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    • Industrial Biorefineries and White Biotechnology

      • 1st Edition
      • May 8, 2015
      • Ashok Pandey + 4 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Industrial Biorefineries and White Biotechnology provides a comprehensive look at the increasing focus on developing the processes and technologies needed for the conversion of biomass to liquid and gaseous fuels and chemicals, in particular, the development of low-cost technologies. During the last 3-4 years, there have been scientific and technological developments in the area; this book represents the most updated information and technological perspective on the topic.

    • Canned Citrus Processing

      • 1st Edition
      • November 18, 2015
      • Yang Shan
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Citrus is one of the most popular fruits around the world, and can be successfully cultivated in more than 140 countries. Producing 75% of citrus consumed in the global market, China has become the new “Kingdom of Canned Citrus”. Canned Citrus Processing: Techniques, Equipment, and Food Safety comprehensively presents the technical and development trends of the canned citrus industry. This book provides solutions to typical problems of canned citrus manufacturing and processing; presents an overview of the canned citrus industry, introduces canned citrus processing machinery and equipment, and discusses the processing quality, safety control, and related standards.

    • Food Fraud

      • 1st Edition
      • October 19, 2015
      • John M. Ryan
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Food Fraud provides an overview of the current state on the topic to help readers understand which products are being impacted, how pervasive food fraud is, and what laws are in effect across the developed world. As international food trade increases, food processors, distributors, and consumers are purchasing more and more food from foreign countries that, in many cases, have inadequate oversight or control over what is coming into our supermarkets, restaurants, and refrigerators. This book is an essential quick reference that will familiarize readers with the latest issues surrounding the food industry.

    • The Human Auditory System

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 129
      • February 19, 2015
      • Gastone G. Celesia + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      The Human Auditory System: Fundamental Organization and Clinical Disorders provides a comprehensive and focused reference on the neuroscience of hearing and the associated neurological diagnosis and treatment of auditory disorders. This reference looks at this dynamic area of basic research, a multidisciplinary endeavor with contributions from neuroscience, clinical neurology, cognitive neuroscience, cognitive science communications disorders, and psychology, and its dramatic clinical application.

    • Encyclopedia of Food Grains

      • 2nd Edition
      • December 17, 2015
      • Colin W Wrigley + 3 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      The Encyclopedia of Food Grains, Four Volume Set is an in-depth and authoritative reference covering all areas of grain science. Coverage includes everything from the genetics of grains to the commercial, economic and social aspects of this important food source. Also covered are the biology and chemistry of grains, the applied aspects of grain production and the processing of grains into various food and beverage products. With the paramount role of cereals as a global food source, this Encyclopedia is sure to become the standard reference work in the field of science. Also available online via ScienceDirect – featuring extensive browsing, searching, and internal cross-referencing between articles in the work, plus dynamic linking to journal articles and abstract databases, making navigation flexible and easy. For more information, pricing options and availability visit www.info.sciencedire...

    • Combined Quantum Mechanical and Molecular Mechanical Modelling of Biomolecular Interactions

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 100
      • September 24, 2015
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Combined Quantum Mechanical and Molecular Mechanical Modelling of Biomolecular Interactions continues the tradition of the Advances in Protein Chemistry and Structural Biology series has been the essential resource for protein chemists. Each volume brings forth new information about protocols and analysis of proteins, with each thematically organized volume guest edited by leading experts in a broad range of protein-related topics.

    • Computational Neurostimulation

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 222
      • October 21, 2015
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Computational Neurostimulation, the latest volume in the Progress in Brain Research series provides an introduction to a nascent field with contributions from leading researchers. In addition, it addresses a very timely and relevant issue which has long been known to require more treatment.

    • Efficient Livestock Handling

      • 1st Edition
      • October 27, 2015
      • Bonnie V. Beaver + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Efficient Livestock Handling: The Practical Application of Animal Welfare and Behavioral Science brings together the science-based disciplines of animal behavior and welfare to discuss how knowledge of one area (behavior) can be used to promote the other. Emphasis is on cattle and horses, but swine, sheep, and goats are also covered. Three major areas are included and integrated into a practical approach to working with the various species. Basic behavior as it applies to handling is discussed, with differences noted between species. The connections of behavior and handling are covered, and practical applications discussed, both with a liberal use of pictures and videos to bring the concepts to life.

    • Biotechnology

      • 2nd Edition
      • May 16, 2015
      • David P. Clark + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      Biotechnology, Second Edition approaches modern biotechnology from a molecular basis, which has grown out of increasing biochemical understanding of genetics and physiology. Using straightforward, less-technical jargon, Clark and Pazdernik introduce each chapter with basic concepts that develop into more specific and detailed applications. This up-to-date text covers a wide realm of topics including forensics, bioethics, and nanobiotechnology using colorful illustrations and concise applications. In addition, the book integrates recent, relevant primary research articles for each chapter, which are presented on an accompanying website. The articles demonstrate key concepts or applications of the concepts presented in the chapter, which allows the reader to see how the foundational knowledge in this textbook bridges into primary research. This book helps readers understand what molecular biotechnology actually is as a scientific discipline, how research in this area is conducted, and how this technology may impact the future.

    • Family Caregiving in the New Normal

      • 1st Edition
      • May 8, 2015
      • Joseph E. Gaugler + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Family Caregiving in the New Normal discusses how the drastic economic changes that have occurred over the past few years have precipitated a new conversation on how family care for older adults will evolve in the future. This text summarizes the challenges and potential solutions scientists, policy makers, and clinical providers must address as they grapple with these changes, with a primary focus given to the elements that may impact how family caregiving is organized and addressed in subsequent decades, including sociodemographic trends like divorce, increased participation of women in the workforce, geographic mobility, fewer children in post-baby boom families, chronic illness trends, economic stressors, and the current policy environment. A section on the support of caregivers includes technology-based solutions that examine existing models, personal health records, and mobile applications, big data issues, decision-making support, person-centered approaches, crowd-sourced caregiving such as blogs and personal websites that have galvanized caregivers, and new methods to combine paid and unpaid forms of care.

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