The History of the International Biometric Society The International Biometric Society (IBS) was formed at the First International Biometric Conference at Woods Hole on September 6 1947. The History of the International Biometric Society presents a deep dive into the voluminous archival records with primary focus on IBS’s first fifty years. It contains numerous photos and extracts from the archival materials and features many photos of important leaders who served IBS across the decades. Features: Describes events leading up to and at Woods Hole on September 6 1947 that led to the formation of IBS Outlines key markers that shaped IBS after the 1947 formation through to the modern day Describes the regional and national group structure and the formation of regions and national groups Describes events surrounding the key scientific journal of IBS Biometrics including the transfer of ownership to IBS content editors policies management and importance Describes the other key IBS publications – Biometric Bulletin Journal of Agricultural Biological and Environmental Statistics and regional publications Provides details of International Biometric Conferences and key early symposia Describes IBS constitution and by-laws processes and the evolution of business arrangements Provides a record of international officers including regional presidents national group secretaries journal editors and the locations of meetings Includes a gallery of international Presidents and a gallery of Secretaries and Treasurers The History of the International Biometric Society will appeal to anyone interested in the activities of our statistical and biometrical forebearers. The focus is on issues and events that engaged the attention of the officers of IBS. Some of these records are riveting some entertaining some intriguing and some colorful. Some of the issues covered were difficult to handle but even these often resulted in changes that benefited IBS. GBP 44.99 1
Routledge Handbook of Graffiti and Street Art The Routledge Handbook of Graffiti and Street Art integrates and reviews current scholarship in the field of graffiti and street art. Thirty-seven original contributions are organized around four sections: History Types and Writers/Artists of Graffiti and Street Art; Theoretical Explanations of Graffiti and Street Art/Causes of Graffiti and Street Art; Regional/Municipal Variations/Differences of Graffiti and Street Art; and Effects of Graffiti and Street Art. Chapters are written by experts from different countries throughout the world and their expertise spans the fields of American Studies Art Theory Criminology Criminal justice Ethnography Photography Political Science Psychology Sociology and Visual Communication. The Handbook will be of interest to researchers instructors advanced students libraries and art gallery and museum curators. This book is also accessible to practitioners and policy makers in the fields of criminal justice law enforcement art history museum studies tourism studies and urban studies as well as members of the news media. The Handbook includes 70 images a glossary a chronology and the electronic edition will be widely hyperlinked. GBP 44.99 1
Biopackaging This book examines the whole range of modern packaging options. It covers edible packaging based on carbohydrates proteins antioxidative and antimicrobial packaging and the chemistry of food and food packaging such as plasticization and polymer morphology. Issues related to shelf life and biodegradability are also discussed in addition to newly discovered processing and preservation techniques most notably modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) and active packaging (AP). | Biopackaging GBP 44.99 1
Pomegranate Production and Marketing In the past decade many scientific studies were conducted on pomegranates revealing that pomegranate fruit flowers bark and leaves contain bioactive phytochemicals that are antimicrobial reduce blood pressure and act against diseases such as diabetes and cancer. This book presents up-to-date scientific and theoretically viable information about sustainable production storage processing and marketing of pomegranate. It discusses the past and current situation of pomegranate trade and presents simple and practical processing and storage techniques for the extending of shelf life of fresh squeezed 100% natural pomegranate juice while still retaining its safety and nutritional quality. | Pomegranate Production and Marketing GBP 44.99 1
UML Diagramming A Case Study Approach The Unified Modeling Language better known as UML has become the de facto standard modeling language for analyzing and designing software applications and systems. Software analysis and design is just as much an art as it is a science. UML Diagramming: A Catalog of Cases shows the art and the science behind successful software analysis and design with more than 35 case studies of applications of a variety of industries including: Transportation Healthcare Supply chain management Education Agriculture Manufacturing The book explains UML diagramming through case studies to help systems and software developers specify visualize construct and document the artifacts of software systems. The cases demonstrate how UML embodies software engineering best practices for modeling large and complex systems. They show how UML is an intuitive diagramming language that can be easily understood by end-users and business professionals. These cases studies also demonstrate how UML is a powerful language for communicating software designs to help developers and end users validate application scope requirements and features. Case studies highlighted in the book included: WEBMED healthcare service system services Inventory management system Business process outsourcing (BPO) management system Weather monitoring system Product recommendation system Textile management system Smart traffic management system Online pharmacy management system Placement automation system Farm management system Art gallery management system Website development This catalog of UML case studies is an invaluable reference for students studying software engineering programmers starting out their careers and seasoned systems developers needing a reference guide. | UML Diagramming A Case Study Approach GBP 48.99 1
Motorcycle Engineering Motorcycle Engineering is a primer and technical introduction for anyone interested in motorcycles motorcycling and the motorcycle industry. It provides insight into how motorcycles are made and operated. Motorcycles mopeds and scooters are important factors in world transport and they are playing an increasingly important role in transport policy as we move towards greater environmental awareness. Motorcycles and scooters give freedom of personal transport that enable large commuter distances to be covered quickly and easily. Their small footprint offers easy storage as only minimal space is required. To celebrate the importance of motorcycles on the world stage a brief history is included with a detailed timeline detailing the development of the motorcycle alongside major world events. Written in an accessible fashion no previous knowledge of engineering or technology is required as all technical terms are readily explained and a glossary and abbreviation list is included. Whether you are an enthusiast racer student or industry professional you will surely find this an enjoyable read and a handy reference book on your shelf. GBP 46.99 1
Handbook of Research on Food Science and Technology Volume 1: Food Technology and Chemistry This Handbook of Research in Food Science and Technology consists of three volumes focusing on food technology and chemistry food biotechnology and microbiology and functional foods and nutraceuticals. The volumes highlight new research and current trends in food science and technology looking at the most recent innovations emerging technologies and strategies focusing on taking food design to sustainable levels. In particular the handbooks includes relevant information on the modernization in the food industry sustainable packaging food bioprocesses food fermentation food microbiology functional foods and nutraceuticals natural products nano- and microtechnology healthy product composition innovative processes/bioprocesses for utilization of by-products development of novel preservation alternatives extending the shelf life of fresh products alternative processes requiring less energy or water among other topics. Volume 1 of the 3-volume set focuses on food technology and chemistry. The chapters examine edible coatings bioactive compounds essential oils in active food packaging food industrial wastes as raw material for nanostructure production and more. | Handbook of Research on Food Science and Technology Volume 1: Food Technology and Chemistry GBP 82.99 1
Seaweeds as Plant Fertilizer Agricultural Biostimulants and Animal Fodder The main effects of Seaweed extracts (Ascophyllum Fucus Sargassum Saccorhiza Laminaria Gelidium and others) when used as agricultural fertilizers are better seed germination and higher quality fruit production with longer shelf life; better use of soil nutrients; more productive crops and plants with greater resistance to unfavorable environmental conditions. Algae also have a long history of use as animal feed. They have a highly variable composition depending on the species collection season and habitat and on external conditions such as water temperature light intensity and nutrient concentration in water. In relation to ruminal fermentation a high variability of the digestibility values was found among seaweed species and cannot be attributed only to the composition of different nutrients of the algae. The role of marine algae for reduction of methane production is discussed with particular emphasis on novel algae-based feed strategies that target minimal methane emissions without affecting the functionality of the microbiota and overall animal productivity. Key Features:Sustainable AgricultureNatural FeedingNutrients Liquid SeaweedAgricultural BiostimulantsNatural Pesticides | Seaweeds as Plant Fertilizer Agricultural Biostimulants and Animal Fodder GBP 44.99 1
Carbon Transfer Printing A Step-by-Step Manual Featuring Contemporary Carbon Printers and Their Creative Practice Carbon Transfer Printing is a book about one of the earliest photographic processes that provided the first permanent printing methods available in one form or another for over 150 years. This book reviews the extensive history of carbon transfer and related pigment processes in both monochrome and color to serve as point source for a new carbon printer to begin to master the craft of carbon printing as well as provide new material for experienced carbon printers so they can expand their techniques. The book includes never-before-published information on pre-sensitizing carbon tissue with newly identified compounds information on the safe use and disposal of hexavalent chromium compounds and simplified methods of producing 3-color carbon prints. Carbon Transfer Printing is divided into two parts illustrated with 175 photographs. Part One is a complete how-to on the carbon transfer process from simple to complex with a troubleshooting guide and an extensive chapter on digital negatives. Part Two is devoted to contemporary carbon printers who share their methods and secrets to creating their beautiful carbon prints. Topics that the book covers are: Key events in carbon’s history How to organize the carbon workplace Sections on necessary supplies and equipment A step-by-step digital method of making high quality digital negatives Simple and advanced methods of carbon printing How to make carbon tissue including several methods of pre-sensitizing How to choose UV light sources for printing in carbon Step-by-step processing directions How to prepare final support papers Troubleshooting carbon Multi-layer printing to add tone or make a full color carbon print Finishing and final presentation of carbon prints A gallery of images and advice from contemporary carbon printers Carbon Transfer Printing is designed for both the beginning carbon enthusiast as well as for the advanced practitioner. Backed with extensive research on carbon printing from books journals and magazine articles from the 1800s to present day and the extensive personal experience in carbon printing of the authors there is enough information in this book to provide inspiration and proof of both the glorious past of carbon printmaking and its enduring importance to a new generation of image makers who value the handmade print. | Carbon Transfer Printing A Step-by-Step Manual Featuring Contemporary Carbon Printers and Their Creative Practice GBP 49.99 1
Bicycle Engineering and Technology Bicycle Engineering and Technology is a primer and technical introduction for anyone interested in bicycles bicycling and the bicycle industry. With insight into how bicycles are made and operated the book covers the engineering materials used for their manufacture and the technicalities of riding. It also discusses ways in which the enthusiast may wish to get involved in the business of working with these fantastic machines which are now being aided with electrical power. The bicycle is a significant factor in transportation around the world and is playing an increasingly crucial role in transport policy as we collectively become more environmentally conscious. To celebrate the importance of the bicycle on the world stage a brief history is included along with a detailed timeline showing the development of the bicycle with major world events. Previous knowledge of engineering or technology is not required to enjoy this text as all technical terms are explained and a full glossary and lists of abbreviations are included. Whether you are a bicycling enthusiast racer student or bicycle professional you will surely want to read it and keep it on your shelf as a handy reference. GBP 44.99 1
The Great Barrier Reef Biology Environment and Management Second Edition The iconic and beautiful Great Barrier Reef (GBR) Marine Park is home to one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. With contributions from international experts this timely and fully updated second edition of The Great Barrier Reef describes the animals plants and other organisms of the reef as well as the biological chemical and physical processes that influence them. It contains new chapters on shelf slopes and fisheries and addresses pressing issues such as climate change ocean acidification coral bleaching and disease and invasive species. The Great Barrier Reef is a must-read for the interested reef tourist student researcher and environmental manager. While it has an Australian focus it can equally be used as a reference text for most Indo-Pacific coral reefs. Key Features: Exciting and contemporary account of the issues that face the world’s most complex marine ecosystem. Examines the diversity physiology ecology and conservation of coral reefs in one volume. Written by leading authorities on the biodiversity of the GBR as well as its position as an icon for monitoring global warming. Beautifully illustrated. | The Great Barrier Reef Biology Environment and Management Second Edition GBP 74.99 1
Food Rheology A Practical Guide Rheology is the study of material flow and deformation defining different aspects of food processing and product design. Food rheology affects several unit operations during food processing the behavior during shelf life the consumer perception during consumption and the interaction of food products with the human body (from chewing and swallowing to digestion). Therefore it is imperative for professionals involved in food science and engineering to understand and assess food rheology. Food Rheology: A Practical Guide presents the main aspects of food rheology as a practical guide demonstrating that applying food rheology does not need to be a complex task. Key Features Presents a practical direct and didactic description of food rheology with many examples and applications Includes a guide for designing performing and interpreting experiments highlighting the main concerns and tips Describes different food products (liquid semi-solid and solid; homogeneous and heterogeneous; vegetable- and animal-based) with examples and applications Explores structure-processing-properties relations More direct practical and consulting this book can help students professionals and professors to understand the basic concepts to design perform and interpret experiments related to food processing and properties. | Food Rheology A Practical Guide GBP 74.99 1
Pulsed Electric Fields in Food Processing Fundamental Aspects and Applications Pulsed Electric Fields (PEF) is one of the nonthermal processing approaches that is receiving considerable attention by scientists government and the food industry as a potential technique to be fully adopted to process foods at the industrial level. PEF presents a number of advantages including minimal changes to fresh foods inactivation of a wide range of microorganisms and enzymes. It also offers the opportunity to develop new food products not feasible through conventional thermal processing. Pulsed Electric Fields in Food Processing: Fundamental Aspects and Applications presents wide-ranging research and the latest developments in this emerging technology. This volume in the Food Preservation Technology Series includes 17 contributions by leading research groups covering both fundamental and applied aspects of pulsed electric fields. Topics include engineering aspects key physical properties with measured values in specific foods detailed studies on the pulsed electric field inactivation of enzymes and microorganisms comparisons with other technologies for microbial inactivation shelf stability sensory analysis and volatile flavor profile and an industrial perspective on pulsed electric food processing in relation to safety assurance. | Pulsed Electric Fields in Food Processing Fundamental Aspects and Applications GBP 56.99 1
Himalayan Fermented Foods Microbiology Nutrition and Ethnic Values The magnificent Himalayan Mountains the highest in the world and home to the famed Mount Everest and K2 are also imbued with a rich diversity of ethnic fermented foods. Dr. Jyoti Prakash Tamang one of the leading authorities on food microbiology has studied Himalayan fermented foods and beverages for the last twenty-two years. His comprehensive volume Himalayan Fermented Foods: Microbiology Nutrition and Ethnic Values catalogs the great variety of common as well as lesser-known fermented foods and beverages in the Himalayan region. This volume begins with an introduction to the Himalayas and the Himalayan food culture. Using a consistent format throughout the book Dr. Tamang discusses fermented vegetables legumes milk cereals fish and meat products and alcoholic beverages. Each chapter explores indigenous knowledge of preparation culinary practices and microorganisms for each product. Additional information on microbiology and nutritive value supplements each section and discussions on ethnic food history and values as well as future prospects for these foods complete the coverage. Dr. Tamang demonstrates that fermentation remains an effective inexpensive method for extending the shelf life of foods and increasing their nutritional content through probiotic function and therefore remains a valuable practice for developing countries and rural communities with limited facilities. | Himalayan Fermented Foods Microbiology Nutrition and Ethnic Values GBP 59.99 1
Statistical Design and Analysis of Stability Studies The US Food and Drug Administration's Report to the Nation in 2004 and 2005 indicated that one of the top reasons for drug recall was that stability data did not support existing expiration dates. Pharmaceutical companies conduct stability studies to characterize the degradation of drug products and to estimate drug shelf life. Illustrating how stability studies play an important role in drug safety and quality assurance Statistical Design and Analysis of Stability Studies presents the principles and methodologies in the design and analysis of stability studies. After introducing the basic concepts of stability testing the book focuses on short-term stability studies and reviews several methods for estimating drug expiration dating periods. It then compares some commonly employed study designs and discusses both fixed and random batch statistical analyses. Following a chapter on the statistical methods for stability analysis under a linear mixed effects model the book examines stability analyses with discrete responses multiple components and frozen drug products. In addition the author provides statistical methods for dissolution testing and explores current issues and recent developments in stability studies. To ensure the safety of consumers professionals in the field must carry out stability studies to determine the reliability of drug products during their expiration period. This book provides the material necessary for you to perform stability designs and analyses in pharmaceutical research and development. GBP 44.99 1
Practical Handbook for Professional Investigators An increase in fraud cases has escalated government accountability and corporate oversight and media attention on cases ranging from missing persons to white-collar crime has increased the visibility of professional investigators. This has resulted in a great source of increased work for the profession. The third edition of Practical Handbook for Professional Investigators continues to supply an up-to-date nuts-and-bolts learning tool for students and an everyday reference for investigative professionals at all levels. More relevant than ever this edition adds two new chapters on death and terrorism investigations and several new sections including: Insurance fraud fire and arson investigation and liability claims investigation Indicators of online marital infidelity Obtaining governmental records to locate people and sample reports for skip tracing Practical considerations for surveillance and procedures for interception of wire or oral communications Service of subpoenas for witnesses in federal courts Testifying in court—including witness and evidence preparation trial tactics used by attorneys and an investigator’s rights as a witness The Rules of Professional Conduct Niche markets in the investigative industry Managing and marketing an investigative practice running a paperless office and customer retention An unparalleled guide to the ins and outs of private investigation Practical Handbook for Professional Investigators Third Edition belongs on the shelf of every professional and trainee. Rory McMahon appeared on Al Jazeera America to discuss his investigation company The Grafton Group. GBP 44.99 1
Manual of First and Second Fixing Carpentry Les Goring’s book covers all the detailed knowledge required for carrying out first fixing carpentry – such as modern and traditional roofing and fitting and fixing modern and traditional floor joists on new-build sites before plastering or drylining of walls and ceilings takes place – and second fixing carpentry – such as fitting staircases hanging doors skirting and architraves and kitchen units after dry-lined plastering has taken place and the shell of the building is watertight. In the opening chapters this work also covers reading-of-drawings' knowledge tools and fixing-devices. This new edition with over 500 coloured drawings supporting its step-by-step approach has been updated throughout to take into account current industry practices and changes in the UK’s Building Regulations. Two new chapters have also been added covering the formwork carpentry for casting in situ reinforced concrete stairs and landings and making and fixing different shelf arrangements to correct spans. The breadth of coverage and clear ‘how-to-do-it’ text makes this book an essential in-and-after-college resource for the 2000 apprentices per year taking NVQs and the 1500 students following Construction Awards within the Wood Occupations from the City & Guilds’ Construction Skills. The in-depth technical detail and practical focus makes this book an essential purchase for all aspiring woodworkers craft teachers and construction lecturers – to either read now and/or use as a future reference manual. It should also be of value to general builders and DIY enthusiasts whose carpentry knowledge might (understandably) be sketchy in certain areas. | Manual of First and Second Fixing Carpentry GBP 46.99 1
Oil and Gas Technology and Humans Assessing the Human Factors of Technological Change The oil and gas industry is going through a major technological shift. This is particularly true of the Norwegian continental shelf where new work processes are being implemented based on digital infrastructure and information technology. The term Integrated Operations (IO) has been applied to this set of new processes. It is defined by the Centre for Integrated Operations in the Petroleum Industry as 'work processes and technology to make smarter decisions and better execution enabled by ubiquitous real time data collaborative techniques and access to multiple expertise'. It's claimed that IO is efficient optimises exploration reduces costs and improves safety performance. However the picture is not as clear-cut as it may appear. On the one hand the new work processes do not prevent major accidents: IO-related factors have been identified in recent events such as the Deepwater Horizon catastrophe. On the other hand IO technology provides improved decision-making support (such as access to real-time data and expertise) which can reduce human and material losses and damage to the environment. Given these very different properties it's vital that the industry has a detailed understanding of the benefits and drawbacks of IO which this book sets out to do from a multidisciplinary point of view. It analyses Integrated Operations from the angles of statistics management science human factors and resilience engineering. These varied disciplines provide a multifaceted understanding of IO that better informs risk assessment practices as well as explaining new techniques and methods and provides state-of-the-art guidance to risk assessment practitioners working in the oil and gas industry. | Oil and Gas Technology and Humans Assessing the Human Factors of Technological Change GBP 52.99 1
Vermiculture Technology Earthworms Organic Wastes and Environmental Management Co-edited by international earthworm expert Clive A. Edwards Vermiculture Technology: Earthworms Organic Wastes and Environmental Management is the first international comprehensive and definitive work on how earthworms and microorganisms interact to break down organic wastes on a commercial basis. Many books cover the importance of composting for reducing the amount of organic wastes in landfills. This reference focuses on innovative vermiculture technology that turns organic waste into a value-added environmentally friendly products that can improve soil fertility and productivity on a large scale. Chronicles more than two decades of growth and changes in earthworm composting technologyBased on the work of an outstanding international cast of scientists the book explores the dramatic growth and changes in vermiculture technology since 1988 and assesses advances made in government-funded projects in the United States and United Kingdom. The contributors discuss outdoor and indoor windrows container systems wedge systems and low labor-requirement fully-automated continuous flow vermicomposting reactor systems that can process more than 1000 tons of organic wastes per reactor per annum. They also highlight the science and biology behind the use and efficacy of vermicomposting examine its importance to developing countries and detail the technology of the past present and future. Although the development of a range of vermicomposting technologies has been rapid and the spread of vermicomposting dramatic the scientific literature remains scattered throughout a range of journals newsletters and online resources. As a compilation of information designed specifically to have an extended shelf life this volume chronicles how vermiculture can be brought into full commercial and industrial development and find application in integrated waste management systems. | Vermiculture Technology Earthworms Organic Wastes and Environmental Management GBP 44.99 1
Goat Medicine and Surgery As textbooks go this is one of the few that I may actually choose to read in a spare moment not just when madly researching what could possibly be the problem when I get called to a goat farm. It contains interesting information on the background of goat farming goat behaviour nutrition and husbandry in the introductory section. This hardback logically presented book will live on a handy shelf to be used on a regular basis. Pam Brown mixed practice vet at Alnorthumbria Vets Wooler in Veterinary Record 27 April 2019 Key features: Covers both goat medicine and surgery Covers basic anatomy commons breeds and husbandry Includes new and emerging diseases Goats are one of the most widely kept domestic animals globally mainly as a result of the relative ease with which they can be kept and the obvious benefits provided to those who keep them. Goat Medicine and Surgery describes the key diseases that can have an impact on goat health and welfare worldwide providing information on diagnosis treatment prognosis management and control. Covers basic anatomy common breeds and husbandry. Divided into chapters covering each body system Offers the common differential diagnoses followed by the specific diagnosis and recommended treatments Covers a wide range of disorders including new and emerging diseases Modern goat keeping gives us a full spectrum of activity from nomadic tribes moving with their animals to the range-keeping in Australia to units fattening goat kids for meat and to intensive goat dairy production systems. Alongside these production systems are those in which goats are kept in small numbers as a hobby as pets and at public attractions. This book deals with the diseases and challenges impacting all kinds of goats and their owners. It will be invaluable to veterinarians in practice and training animal scientists and agricultural advisors as well as scientists interested in animal welfare. GBP 56.99 1
The Case Writing Workbook A Guide for Faculty and Students This case writing workbook offers something unique in the world of case writing manuals. The third edition of The Case Writing Workbook: A Guide for Faculty and Students provides 11 standalone chapters that focus specifically on challenges related to the case writing process. The book is meant for day-to-day use as a model of the case writing process with exercises worksheets and training activities that will guide you through the entire course of writing both a traditional case and Instructor’s Manual or a concise/short case and its associated Teaching Note. Brief explanatory notes will lead you step-by-step through all the developmental exercises including readying the case for publication and teaching it in the classroom or online. Designed as an individualized workshop to assist case authors to structure their writing this book combines the easy-to-understand student-focused language with new material covering the latest developments and challenges in the world of case writing. These include: • A fresh focus on writing and teaching concise cases which are particularly suited to the world of blended learning. • Emphasis on secondary research methodology particularly using digital technologies and social media. • A new case study running throughout the book with restructured worksheets and notes to support it. • Enhanced online case teaching information and discussion of the development of multi-media cases particularly using video. Complete instructor’s materials to support the text are available online including PowerPoint presentations guidance on embedding cases within the curriculum a sample syllabus that incorporates cases within it and selected student assignments and handouts. Finishing all the book’s assignments will result in a complete case and Instructor’s Manual that can be tested in the classroom and submitted to a conference or journal. The Case Writing Workbook is a must for the shelf of any academic or student conducting qualitative research and looking to enhance their skill set and any instructor working with cases in their teaching. | The Case Writing Workbook A Guide for Faculty and Students GBP 56.99 1