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Bioethics and the New Embryology: Springboards for Debate 4 reviews
Scott Gilbert, Ann Tyler, ...
WH Freeman and Sinauer Associates, 2005
"Learn what is true in order to do what is right"...TH Huxley
What good advice from Thomas Huxley! These days everyone seems to have an opinion about everything, especially about stem cells and Darwinian evolution. In light of advances in our technology that allow manipulation of human reproduction and the end of life, we as a Society are reexamining our ethical positions on the subjects of life and death. Too often our judgments about the ethics of ...
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Principles of Brain Evolution4 reviews
Georg F. Striedter
Sinauer Associates, 2004
Not a single "law" but a medley of casual principles...
An intelligent and compelling study by Prof. George Striedter "Principles of Brain Evolution" offers a reader an inspiring expedition through the main landmarks and principles of brain evolution and development. Full of fascinating insights and turbulent ideas, this volume may serve also as an excellent guide through the concepts and hypothesis of the brain's natural history, which raised and ...
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Molecular Evolution4 reviews
Wen-Hsiung Li
Sinauer Associates Inc, 2006
Serious molecular evolution
The general reader who has already read some other references on molecular methods will find this reference to be a reasonable to read yet fairly detailed, comprehensive overview of molecular methods used to discern evolutionary history. The reference begins with the fundamentals of gene structure and function, population genetics, and evolutionary changes in DNA sequences. The use of molecular ...
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Animal Physiology10 reviews
Richard W. Hill, Gordon A. Wyse, ...
Sinauer Associates, 2004
Brand New! Great Price!
This was the cheapest book buying brand new and near the same price as people were asking used. It was a great deal.
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Plant Physiology11 reviews
Lincoln Taiz, Eduardo Zeiger
Sinauer Associates, 1998
I like this book
Even this is a used book, it is quite new. And the delievery rate is fine.... I like it very much.
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Biology of Aging: Observations & Principles2 reviews
Robert Arking
Sinauer Associates, 1998
WOW!
I got this book because I used to do work on the author's lab and I was amazed by the work they were pursuing there. I have read other bio textbooks, but what strikes me most about this one is that if you really just want to read one, this one has got it all. It is a complete survey, of all that is known and being studied currently on the topic of aging. From how to study aging to the goals of ...
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A Primer of Ecological Genetics5 reviews
Jeffrey K. Conner, Daniel L. Hartl
Sinauer Associates, 2004
Excellent overview of ecological genetics!
I am a graduate student studying behavioral ecology. I have taken courses in ecological genetics and evolutionary ecology. Most professors don't use a text book of any sort when teaching on these topics. This book is an excellent reference for learning the fundamentals about these topics. It includes current and classic examples from the primary literature as well as a carefully constructed ...
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Evolutionary Theory4 reviews
Sean H. Rice
Sinauer Associates, Inc., 2004
A deep and effective analysis of the mechanics of evolution
I would reckon that few people are actually qualified to review this excellent book, including myself--I certainly don't have the necessary mathematical background. Nevertheless, I was surprised that no one has reviewed it yet, so I thought I'd give it a shot.
Put simply, Rice's book is easily(!) one of the best texts written on evolutionary theory. It is a book that truly encompasses all ...
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The Cell Cycle: Principles of Control (Primers in Biology)2 reviews
David Owen Morgan
Sinauer Associates, 2007
Very 'detailed' book about cell cycle
This is the best book about cell cycle you can read.The author wrote in the preface citing the architect Le Corbusier: "There are no details.Everything is an essential part of a whole.In nature microcosm and macrocosm are one"
This is the philosophy behind this book...you will find every detail as part of the big picture.Very good and helpful illustrations and diagrams help the reader to ...
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The First Steps in Seeing4 reviews
Robert W. Rodieck
Sinauer Associates, 1998
A masterful, lucid explanation of what the human eye does.
Whoever you are and whatever your line of work: if you are interested in how your eyes work, this book will fascinate you as much (or more) than the hottest bestseller. The author, Bob Rodieck, spent much of the last decade of his career in science assembling and designing this amazingly lucid, accessible, and sophisticated account of what humans do with those photons that are lucky enough to ...
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Present at the Flood: How Structural Molecular Biology Came About2 reviews
Richard E. Dickerson
Sinauer Associates, 2005
A treasure chest of crystallography history
An interesting and valuable collection of anecdotes, history tid-bits, and personal accounts by one of the pioneers and founders of the field, Richard Dickerson. Compiled together with hard-to get key papers of the early period of protein crystallography. Highly recommended for anyone interested in the foundations of structural biology and macromolecular crystallography. [...]
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Human Eye2 reviews
Clyde W. Oyster
Sinauer Associates Incorporated, 1999
The Human Eye; Structure and Function, Clyde W. Oyster
This is an excellent book which covers comprehensively the structure and function of the human eye as its subtitle implies. The selection of subject matter is balanced, clearly presented and well illustrated. The book is sprinkled with interesting illustrated historical vignettes reminiscent of those in the classical Duke-Elder, which add, for me at least, valuable sparkle to the corresponding ...
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Matrix Population Models2 reviews
Hal Caswell
Sinauer Associates Inc.,U.S., 1989
Clear and accessible introduction to population modeling
There is often a false dichotomy drawn between differential (or difference) equation models of populations and agent-based (artificial life, individual-based, configuration) models. Agent-based models can represent more of the complexity of biological systems at the expense of analytical tractability. Matrix population models form a bridge between the two approaches. Caswell shows how you ...
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Mineral Nutrition of Plants: Principles and Perspectives2 reviews
Emanuel Epstein, Arnold J. Bloom
Sinauer Associates, 2004
Such a nice piece of information about Plant Nutrition
I just received a copy of this book from Dr. Epstein. After taking a look at it, I must say that it is a great piece of information for those interesting in Plant Nutrition. You must have a copy of this book for yourself.
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Conservation Biology and Landscape Ecology: Spreadsheet Exercises2 reviews
Therese M. Donovan, Charles W. Welden
Sinauer Associates, 2001
Build a spreadsheet model from scratch
Originally conceived as a single book, these two volumes have been tailored to suit ecology/evolution or conservation biology/landscape ecology curricula. They help students develop expertise in building models using spreadsheet programs such as Microsoft® Excel. Why should students build their own spreadsheet models from scratch, when so many specific, prewritten models are widely available? ...
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Vade Mecum 22 reviews
Mary S. Tyler, Ronald N. Kozlowski
Sinauer Associates Inc.,U.S., 2006
Vade Mecum 2
yayyyyyy! i love vade mecum! it made life a lot easier! it's fun to read about fly embryos and pig placentas. wow! yayyyyy!
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Interactive Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences2 reviews
Pepper Williams
Sinauer Associates, 2003
interactive statistics rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
the online version of the book allows you to regenerate questions. there is an detailed explanation of the answers as well as hints. the text is easy to read and understand. recommend it for all levels. a must have if you are taking statistics..........
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Spreadsheet Exercises in Ecology and Evolution2 reviews
Therese M. Donovan, Charles Welden
Sinauer Associates, 2001
Program a model from scratch
Originally conceived as a single book, these two volumes have been tailored to suit ecology/evolution or conservation biology/landscape ecology curricula. They help students develop expertise in building models using spreadsheet programs such as Microsoft® Excel. Why should students build their own spreadsheet models from scratch, when so many specific, prewritten models are widely available? ...
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The Neurobiology of Learning and Memory2 reviews
Jerry W. Rudy
Sinauer Associates, Inc., 2008
Awesome textbook!
(As context, I'm a grad student in psychology and neuroscience.) I know something about learning and memory, although I'm not an expert, so I was looking for a good reference text. I found it! This is an exceptionally well-written textbook. It covers the material in sufficient detail to make it authoritative, but in a way that sticks to the essentials so it is not cluttered with unnecessary ...
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Human Sexuality2 reviews
Simon LeVay, Sharon M. Valente
Sinauer Associates, 2002
great book
An ideal human sexuality class for adults. I really enjoyed all the information and cultural highlights this book had to offer.
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