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* Explains the physical meaning of linear and nonlinear structural mechanics. * Shows how to perform nonlinear structural analysis. * Points out impor…

This book distills the knowledge gained from research into atoms in molecules over the last 10 years into a unique, handy reference. Throughout, the a…

Before putting digital systems for information technology or telecommunication applications on the market, an essential requirement is to perform test…

This first systematic overview for more than a decade is tailor-made for the medicinal chemist. All the chapters are written by experienced drug devel…

TGF-beta, originally identified as a transforming growth factor with similar properties, is now known to exist as a family of factors with similar pro…

Homogeneous asymmetric catalysis offers reliable results and the possibility to 'tune' the catalysis on a rational basis. A pitfall, however, is that …

The first book on this young, highly dynamic, and expanding field. This comprehensive, interdisciplinary text focuses on those pathogenic bacteria tha…

The first book on the subject. Written by an acknowledged expert in the field. The techniques discussed have important applications to wireless engine…

This first book to focus on catalytic processes from the viewpoint of green chemistry presents every important aspect: ? Numerous catalytic reductions…

Asymmetric catalysis represents still one of the major challenges in modern organic chemistry. Besides the well-established asymmetric metal-complex-c…

H/SONET Explained in Functional Models represents a fresh approach to the modeling of transport network technologies. This practical guide and referen…

Desertification includes land degradation due to both climatic and anthropogenic causes, where land includes water, soil, and the biosphere. This book…

This indispensable work offers a broad synoptic description of beams, applicable to a wide range of other devices, such as low-energy focusing and tra…

Absorption and Scattering of Light by Small Particles Treating absorption and scattering in equal measure, this self-contained, interdisciplinary stud…

Applications of semiconductor lasers with optical feedback systems are driving rapid developments in theoretical and experimental research. The very b…

Whilst there is now overwhelming evidence that greenhouse-gas pollution is becoming the dominant process responsible for global warming, it is also cl…

Experts from a variety of areas compare and discuss IL-6 and LIF in order to provide a new understanding of their modes of action, the significance of…

This volume contains 23 state-of-the-art papers presented at the Dolomieu Conference on Carbonate Platforms and Dolomitization held in September 1991 …

Economics, Ethics, and Environmental Policy: Contested Choices offers a comprehensive analysis of the ethical problems associated with basing environm…

Quantum processing and communication is emerging as a challenging technique at the beginning of the new millennium. This is an up-to-date insight into…

Progress in Physical Organic Chemistry is dedicated to reviewing the latest investigations into organic chemistry that use quantitative and mathematic…

A new window to local studies of interface phenomena at solid state surfaces has been opened by the development of local probe techniques such as Scan…

The formation of blood vessels is an essential aspect of embryogenesis in vertebrates. It is a central feature of numerous post-embryonic processes, i…

Plastics have developed into the most important class of packaging materials. Their relative impermeability for substances from the surroundings has g…

This is the first handbook on the whole field of stem cell research covering (1) molecular and cellular fundamentals, (2) clinical applications and (3…

Bioinformatics, in this context the application of computer science to biological problems, has become an indispensable part of any research in the bi…

This is the first comprehensive textbook on the physical aspects of organic solids. All phenomena which are necessary in order to understand modern te…

The formation of blood vessels is an essential aspect of embryogenesis in vertebrates. It is a central feature of numerous post-embryonic processes, i…

Starting from fundamentals and moving through a thorough discussion of equipment, methods, and techniques, this text provides a unique reference sourc…

Almost every modern manufacturing process relies on industrial gases, and sales of such gases are expected to rise by around 45% over the next five ye…

Diagenesis affects all sediments after their deposition and includes a fundamental suite of physical, chemical and biological processes that control t…

Still the only concise practical guide to laboratory experiments in proteomics, this new edition now also covers DIGE technology and liquid-chromatogr…

A complete examination of the uses of the atomic force microscope in biology and medicine This cutting-edge text, written by a team of leading experts…

This book introduces the finite element method applied to the resolution of industrial heat transfer problems. Starting from steady conduction, the me…

Describes the supramolecular properties of molecular assemblies that contain a solid phase, offering an integrated approach to measurement and address…

Coastlines of the world are as diverse as any geological setting on Earth. Beaches and Coasts is an exciting and unique new textbook that provides an …

Principles of Human Evolution presents an in-depth introduction to paleoanthropology and the study of human evolution. Focusing on the fundamentals of…

During the last thirty years or so it has been widely recognised in the research community that the key transmission medium seeming capable of serving…

Comprised of the latest developments in cell cycle research, it analyzes the principles underlying the control of cell division. Offers a framework fo…

The Geomorphology of Upland Peat offers a detailed synthesis of existing literature on peat erosion, incorporating new research ideas and data from tw…

An integrated and insightful look at successful drug synthesis in today's drug discovery market The pharmaceutical industry is unquestionably vibrant …

Practical and Theoretical Geoarchaeology provides an invaluable overview of geoarchaeology and how it can be used effectively in the study of archaeol…

As an integral component of environmental policy, it has become essential to regulate and monitor toxic substances. Past emphasis has been primarily o…

Progress in Physical Organic Chemistry is dedicated to reviewing the latest investigations into organic chemistry that use quantitative and mathematic…

Widely regarded as the most authoritative and comprehensive book in its field, the fourth edition of Fundamentals of Rock Mechanics includes new and s…