South America is home to some of the most distinctive mammals on Earth--giant armadillos, tiny anteaters, the world's largest rodent, and its smallest deer. But the continent once supported a variety of other equally intriguing mammals that have no close living relatives: armored mammals with tail clubs, saber-toothed marsupials, and even a swimming sloth. We know of the existence of these peculiar species thanks to South America's rich fossil record, which provides many glimpses of prehistoric mammals and the ecosystems in which they lived. Organized as a "walk through time" and featuring species from 15 important fossil sites, this book is the most extensive and richly illustrated volume devoted exclusively to the Cenozoic mammals of South America. The text is supported by 75 life reconstructions of extinct species in their native habitats, as well as photographs of fossil specimens and the sites highlighted in the book. An annotated bibliography is included for those interested in delving into the scientific literature.
Автор: Rolf G. Beutel, Frank Friedrich, Xing-Ke Yang, Si- Название: Insect Morphology and Phylogeny: A Textbook for Students of Entomology ISBN: 3110262630 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783110262636 Издательство: Walter de Gruyter Цена: 78060.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть Описание: In the last decades a remarkable renaissance has materialized in insect morphology, mainly triggered by the development of new cutting-edge technologies. This is an exciting time for biological synthesis where the mysteries and data derived from genomes can be combined with centuries of data from morphology and development. And, now, more than ever, detailed knowledge of morphology is essential to understanding the evolution of all groups of organisms. In this “age of phylogenomics” researchers rely on morphological data to support molecular findings, test complex evolutionary scenarios, and for placing fossil taxa. This textbook provides an in-depth treatment of the structures and the phylogeny of the megadiverse Hexapoda. The first part presents an up-to-date overview of general insect morphology with detailed drawings, scanning electron micrographs, and 3-D reconstructions. Also included is a chapter covering innovative morphological techniques (e.g., µ-computer tomography, 3-D modeling), brief treatments of insect development and phylogenetic methods, and a comprehensive morphological glossary. The second part is of a modern synthesis of insect systematics that includes taxon-specific morphological information for all Orders. The work is an invaluable reference for students and researchers working in all facets of biology and is a must for evolutionary biologists. A detailed understanding of morphology is essential in unraveling phylogenetic relationships and developing complex evolutionary scenarios. Increasingly researchers in phylogenomics are re/turning to morphological data to support their findings, while the development of new cutting-edge technologies has further increased interest in this growing field. This definitive handbook provides an in-depth treatment of insect morphology. The first part presents an up-to-date overview of insect morphology with detailed drawings, brilliant scanning electron micrographs and 3-D reconstructions as interactive PDFs. Thisis complemented by a chapter on innovative morphological techniques (e.g., µ-computer tomography, 3-D modeling) and a comprehensive morphological glossary. The second part treats the state of the art in insect systematics and includes taxon-specific morphological information for all orders. Systematicsare treated formally, with for example the arguments for relationships (“apomorphies”) always listed explicitly. The work is a useful reference for students and researchers working in different fields of biology and a must for those dealing with insects from an evolutionary perspective.
Автор: Dustin R. Rubenstein and Patrick Abbot Название: Comparative Social Evolution ISBN: 1107647924 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781107647923 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 60190.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Bringing together the principle taxonomic groups, from ants to primates, this volume provides a unique perspective on the evolution of cooperative group living. The chapters synthesize features of animal social life to foster the development of a framework for a common, trait-based approach towards social synthesis.
Автор: Terry O`Connor Название: Biosphere to Lithosphere: new studies in vertebrate taphonomy ISBN: 1785704605 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781785704604 Издательство: Marston Book Services Рейтинг: Цена: 47520.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: Taphonomic studies are a major methodological advance, the effects of which have been felt throughout archaeology.
Автор: Patrick E. Sharp Название: The Laboratory Rat, Second Edition ISBN: 1439829861 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781439829868 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 63280.00 T Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии. Описание:
Rats have long been recognized as a valuable biomedical research model, notably in the investigation of aging, toxicology, addiction, and common human diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. In many instances, individuals conducting such research studies are charged with important responsibilities, including animal facility management, animal husbandry, veterinary care, regulatory compliance, and various experimental methodologies. With the advent of genetic manipulations and biomedical research technological advances such as bioimaging, the versatility and usefulness of the rat as an animal model has soared.
The Laboratory Rat, Second Edition captures the multiple advances in this important animal model's husbandry, veterinary care, and experimental methodology. This edition features augmented, expanded, and novel information on biology, anesthesia, analgesia, and experimental techniques benefiting personnel working with rats--from the animal care staff to the researcher and everyone in between. The book is also extremely useful to institutional animal care and use program supporters and elements, including animal care and use committees, institutional officials, occupational health and safety professionals, veterinary technicians, and veterinarians.
Автор: Wilkins Ralph G. Название: Animal Genetics for Chemists ISBN: 178262760X ISBN-13(EAN): 9781782627609 Издательство: Royal Society of Chemistry Рейтинг: Цена: 49270.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Setting out to cover the fundamentals of the subject, this book features humans, other mammals and occasionally other animals to illustrate principles.
Автор: DANNEMAN Название: The Laboratory Mouse, Second Edition ISBN: 1439854211 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781439854211 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 58170.00 T Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии. Описание: Mice have long been recognized as a valuable tool for investigating the genetic and physiological bases of human diseases such as diabetes, infectious disease, cancer, heart disease, and a wide array of neurological disorders. With the advent of transgenic and other genetic engineering technologies, the versatility and usefulness of the mouse as a model in biomedical research has soared. As a result, mouse colonies everywhere are expanding, and scientists who previously focused on other models are turning their attention to the mouse. Revised to reflect advances since the first edition, The Laboratory Mouse, Second Edition continues to be the most accessible reference on the biology and care of the laboratory mouse. This guide presents basic information and common procedures in detail to provide a quick reference source for investigators, technicians, and caretakers in the humane care and use of the mouse in the laboratory setting. Expanded, updated, and now in color, this new edition includes coverage of the biological features, husbandry, management, veterinary care, experimental methodology, and resources applying specifically to the mouse.
Автор: Zimmer Название: Passive Acoustic Monitoring of Cetaceans ISBN: 1107428386 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781107428386 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 49630.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Listening to whales, dolphins and porpoises allows us to detect these elusive animals. Using a systematic approach, scientists can gain an overview of populations of acoustically active species. Zimmer provides a comprehensive knowledge base, ideally suited to assist students and marine mammal researchers develop and implement passive acoustic monitoring systems.
Название: Molecular and Quantitative Animal Genetics. HasanKhatib (ed).2015.-Wiley-Backwell; 1 edition (March 2, 2015) ISBN: 1118677404 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781118677407 Издательство: Wiley Рейтинг: Цена: 93930.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Animal genetics is a foundational discipline in the fields of animal science, animal breeding, and veterinary sciences. While genetics underpins the healthy development and breeding of all living organisms, this is especially true in domestic animals, specifically with respect to breeding for key traits.
Автор: Freshney R Ian Название: Culture of Animal Cells - A Manual of Basic Technique and Sp ISBN: 1118873653 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781118873656 Издательство: Wiley Рейтинг: Цена: 83370.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: Since the publication of the sixth edition of this benchmark text, numerous advances in the field have been made particularly in stem cells, 3D culture, scale-up, STR profiling, and culture of specialized cells. Culture of Animal Cells: A Manual of
Автор: Brusatte Название: Dinosaur Paleobiology ISBN: 0470656581 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780470656587 Издательство: Wiley Рейтинг: Цена: 68590.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: The study of dinosaurs has been experiencing a remarkable renaissance over the past few decades. Scientific understanding of dinosaur anatomy, biology, and evolution has advanced to such a degree that paleontologists often know more about 100-million-year-old dinosaurs than many species of living organisms.
Автор: Held, Jr Название: How the Snake Lost its Legs ISBN: 1107621399 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781107621398 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 40130.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Taking inspiration from Kipling`s `Just So Stories`, this book explores emerging insights from evo-devo to explain the science behind tiger stripes, camel humps, and many other fascinating animal traits. Held`s unique and engaging style makes this narrative both enlightening and entertaining, guiding students and researchers through even complex concepts.
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