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H. Berger, Consulting Engineering Office for B. A. Bohm, University of British Columbia, M. Bolognesi, University of Milan, Italy; G. di Prisco, Ecology and University of Salzburg, Austria Vancouver, BC, Canada C. Verde, CNR, Naples, Italy (Eds.) Monograph of the The Geography of Dioxygen Binding and Amphisiellidae and Phytochemical Races Sensing Proteins Trachelostylidae A Tribute to Beatrice and Jonathan (Ciliophora, Hypotricha) Wittenberg This book provides an overview of geographic patterns in the distribution of plant secondary metabolites in natural populations. Examples Following their own brilliant careers in haeme This book is the third of six volumes which review include most common natural product classes: protein research, the outstanding scientists Jona- the Hypotricha, a major group of the spirotrichous acetylenic derivatives; alkaloids; carotenoids; than and Beatrice Wittenberg continue to provide ciliates. It is about the Amphisiellidae, the Trache- cyanogenic glycosides; flavonoids; terpenes of inspiration to the research community in the study lostylidae, and some genera of unknown position various sizes; as well as other structural types less of oxygen-binding proteins. Their research has in the Hypotricha. Further, it comprises supple- easily categorized. By comparison, earlier reports provided the intellectual stimulus to bring together ments to the Oxytrichidae and the Urostyloidea. in the literature on “chemical races” focused either scientists from all over the world with the common on individual classes of compounds, on specific goal of developing fascinating new ideas and Features taxa, or on a particular geographic region. performing innovative experiments. 7 Summarises the morphology, fauna and ecology Following an introduction that includes defini- This book is dedicated to Jonathan’s and Bea’s of the Amphisiellidae and includes 89 species, tions of phytochemical and biogeographic ideas, lifetime careers. It further illuminates the facts and distributed in 27 genera 7 Featuring more than information is presented in five loosely defined ideas which dot the paths they traced in Biochem- 240 figures 7 Offers thorough up-to-date revi- geographic trans-oceanic categories: examples istry and Physiology, elaborating on how these sion for taxonomists, cell biologists, and ecologists within continents; after the ice; intercontinental landmark achievements were made and how the and practitioners disjunctions; oceanic islands; and polar disjunc- haeme proteins community still refers to them. tions. With the field of haeme protein science such a Contents It has often been said that natural variation is the flourishing area, the contributors to this book A: General Section. B: Systematic Section. essence of evolution. predict Jonathan and Bea, having played such a Amphisiellidae (59 species). Trachelostylidae seminal role, will continue to be key figures for (6 species). Taxa of Unknown Position in the Features quite some time to come. Hypotricha (7 species). Taxa of Unknown Position 7 First book containing an overall survey of in the Non-oxytrichid Dorsomarginalia natural product distribution pattern variation Features (12 species). Supplement to the Urostyloidea 7 Provide up-to-date information on the latest (2 species). Supplement to the Oxytrichidae Fields of interest achievements in the field of structure, physiology (3 species). Addenda. References. Systematic Plant Systematics/Taxonomy/Biogeography; and evolution applied on dioxygen-binding Index. Table Index. Bioorganic Chemistry; Plant Biochemistry and sensing proteins for basic and practicing researchers Fields of interest Target groups Zoology; Ecology Gratuate students and researchers interested in Fields of interest occurrence and distribution of natural products in Biochemistry, general; Life Sciences, general; Target groups plants in general; occurrence of potentially useful Evolutionary Biology Academics, libraries, practitioners, professionals, pharmaceutically active plant chemicals; variation scientists, researchers interested in and/or studying patterns in natural populations of plants; chemical Target groups the Hypotrichia group Amphisiellidae and in ecology Biochemists, physiologists particular the spirotrichous ciliates Type of publication Type of publication Type of publication Monograph Contributed volume Monograph
Biomedical and Life Sciences Biomedical and Life Sciences Due November 2008 Biomedical and Life Sciences Due December 2008 Co-published with New York Botanical Garden Available 2009. Approx. 755 p. 240 illus. (Monographiae Biologicae, Volume 88) Hardcover 2009. Approx. 400 p. Hardcover 2008. XII, 264 p. (Protein Reviews, Volume 9) Hardcover 7 € 249,00 | £197.00 7 approx. € 129,00 | £102.00 7 € 139,95 | £105.50 9
R. Carmona, A. Domezain, M. García-Gallego, P. F. Downton, Ecopolis Architects Pty Ltd, Adelaide, J. A. Hernando, F. Rodríguez, M. Ruiz-Rejón (Eds.) New Series SA, Australia Biology, Conservation and Ecopolis Sustainable Development of Architecture and Cities for a Changing Sturgeons Future City Climate
Series editors: J. Ahern, J. Bolte, R. Dawson, Sturgeons are considered “living fossils”, sharing P. Devine-Wright, A. Farina, R. Green, From 2008, for the first time in human history, half many morphological and biological features with G. Guntenspergen, D. Haase, M. Jenks, of the world’s population now live in cities. ancestral fish. Furthermore, sturgeons are of the C. Konijnendijk, S. Pauleit, S. T. Pickett, R. Vale, Yet despite a wealth of literature on green archi- utmost interest from an economic perspective, not K. Yeang, M. Yokohari tecture and planning, there is to date no single only for the caviar but for the flesh. However, the book which draws together theory from the full wild populations of the majority of the species are range of disciplines - from architecture, planning at serious risk of extinction all over the world. So, As of 2008, for the first time in human history, and ecology - which we must come to grips with if it is urgent to develop strategies for both farming half of the world’s population now live in cities. we are to design future cities which are genuinely culture and conservation and recovery in natural And with concerns about issues such as climate sustainable. habitats. change, energy supply and environmental health Paul Downton’s Ecopolis takes a major step along This book provides a comprehensive view of the receiving increasing political attention, interest in this path. It highlights the urgent need to under- biology and sustainable development of stur- the sustainable development of our future cities stand the role of cities as both agents of change and geons putting emphasis on the Southern Europe has grown dramatically. means of survival, at a time when climate change autochthonous species such as Acipenser nacarii Yet despite a wealth of literature on green archi- has finally grabbed world attention, and it provides and Acipenser sturio that share geographical tecture, evidence-based design and sustainable a framework for designing cities that integrates distribution. Other relevant species (such as Huso planning, only a fraction of the current literature knowledge - both academic and practical - from a huso, A. oxyrhinchus, A. ruthenus, A. stellatus) successfully integrates the necessary theory and range of relevant disciplines. and areas (Germany, Russia, North America) are practice from across the full range of relevant also considered. disciplines. Features Springer’s Future City series combines expertise 7 Perhaps the first book to deal with urban Features from designers, and from natural and social scien- adaptation to rapid climate change on the basis 7 A compilation of data on the basic biology and tists, to discuss the wide range of issues facing the of principles of ecologically sustainable develop- culture of selected sturgeon species 7 Recent architects, planners, developers and inhabitants of ment 7 Its transdisciplinary approach links studies on biogeography, taxonomy and genetics of the world’s future cities. Its aim is to encourage the climate change, urban ecology, architecture and these groups integration of ecological theory into the aesthetic, city planning with significant historical texts, social and practical realities of contemporary scientific research and popular cultural expression Fields of interest urban development. 7 Author’s experience in the field 7 Breadth of Fish & Wildlife Biology & Management; Conserva- coverage and examples from around the world tion Biology/Ecology; Animal Ecology Fields of interest Target groups Applied Ecology; Environmental Management; Scientists and researchers involved with sturgeon Architecture, general biology Target groups Type of publication Architects, planners, landscape architects, urban- Contributed volume ists, geographers, climate scientists, ecologists, life scientists with research interests relating to designing sustainable cities
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C. Dwyer, Scottish Agricultural College, Edinburgh, H. Endo, R. Frey (Eds.) H. Flemming, R. Venkatesan, P. S. Murthy, UK (Ed.) K. Cooksey (Eds.) Anatomical Imaging The Welfare of Sheep Towards a New Morphology Marine and Industrial Biofouling The welfare of the sheep has received less attention than the welfare of intensively husbanded animals. This book presents selected works of contempo- However, domestic sheep may be kept under rary evolutionary morphologists and includes Biofouling is a costly problem, and it is encoun- conditions that are very different from the environ- such topics as broad scale reconstructions of the tered in a wide spectrum of technical systems, ment in which wild sheep live, with adverse effects brain and ear of dinosaurs, inference of locomotor ranging from the shipping industry, power on their behaviour and welfare. This book, written habits from cancellous bone architecture in fossil industry, water purification, automobile industry, by leading researchers from Europe and Australia, primates, and a comparison of the independently paint and pharmaceuticals, to the microelectronics takes a multidisciplinary approach to focus on the evolved manipulating apparatuses in the lesser and food industries. Micro- and macroorganisms specific welfare challenges facing the sheep. and giant pandas. Insight is provided into the attach to surfaces and accumulate there, forming The book begins with a discussion of current application of modern noninvasive technolo- biofilms that cause interferences – a fundamentally welfare thinking and how this might be relevant gies, including digital imaging techniques and natural process. Usually, a medical paradigm is to sheep husbandry. The adaptations of wild sheep virtual 3D reconstruction, to the investigation of applied through massive biocide use. However, the to diverse environments, and how their behaviour complex anatomical features and coherences. In success of this strategy is very limited; furthermore and physiology has developed to deal with these combination with traditional methods, this allows it leads to equipment damage and environmental conditions is described and compared to condi- for the formulation of improved hypotheses on pollution. However, simply trying to kill the tions in modern sheep husbandry. The varied coordinated function and evolution. The creation fouling organisms is clearly not seen as a successful welfare demands of disease, nutrition and metabo- of virtual translucent specimens makes it possible strategy while cleaning is put forward as much lism, farming systems and management practices to realize the age-old dream of the classical anato- more important. In this book, strategies to prevent are then discussed by specialists in those areas. mists: looking through the skin into the inner adhesion, to mitigate the extent and effects of organization of an organism. biofouling, and to detect and remove fouling layers Features are presented. 7 Only text specifically to consider the welfare of Features the sheep 7 Detailed descriptions of the behav- 7 Numerous color figures 7 Integration of clas- Features ioural, physical and physiological adaptations of sical methods and modern imaging techniques in 7 State of the Art of scientific knowledge in the sheep 7 Considers the welfare of the sheep the fields of comparative anatomy and evolu- Marine and Industrial Biofouling 7 Detailed from a multidisciplinary perspective, including tionary morphology overview on aspects of heat exchanger micro- and health, behaviour, management and economics macrofouling, marine biofouling and approaches 7 Places sheep welfare in a future context From the contents to integrated anti-fouling strategies, including Chapter 1: Head Anatomy of Male and Female reference to the EU biocide guideline From the contents Mongolian Gazelle - A Striking Example of Sexual 7 Emphasis on methods to detect, analyze, 1. Introduction to animal welfare and the sheep. Dimorphism - Chapter 2: Anatomical Peculiari- mitigate and prevent biofouling 2. Environment and the sheep: Breed adaptations ties of the Vocal Tract in Felids - Chapter 3: The and welfare implications. 3. Behaviour and the Anatomical Foundation for Multidisciplinary Fields of interest welfare of the sheep. 4. Sheep senses, cognition and Studies of Animal Limb Function: Examples from Microbial Ecology; Waste Water Technology / capacity for consciousness. Dinosaur And Elephant Limb Imaging Studies. - Water Pollution Control / Water Management / Chapter 4: Locomotion-Related Femoral Trabec- Aquatic Pollution; Applied Microbiology Fields of interest ular Architectures in Primates - High Resolution Agriculture; Veterinary Medicine; Behavioural Computed Tomographies and Their Implications Target groups Sciences for Estimations of Locomotor Preferences of Fossil Institutes, libraries, scientists, professionals Primates Target groups Type of publication Libraries, veterinary faculty, veterinarians and Fields of interest Contributed volume students, agriculture and animal science faculty Animal Anatomy / Morphology / Histology; and students, animal welfare professionals Evolutionary Biology; Paleontology (academics, researchers, students), sheep farmers and those with an interest in sheep, anmal welfare Target groups organisations and staff Scientists and graduate students in the field of anatomy, zoology, and evolutionary morphology Type of publication Contributed volume Type of publication Monograph
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T. Gerats, Radboud University, Nijmegen, A. E. Hajek, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, USA; B. K. Hall, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada The Netherlands; J. Strommer, University of Guelph, T. R. Glare, M. O’Callaghan, AgResearch Ltd., Lincoln, ON, Canada (Eds.) New Zealand (Eds.) The Neural Crest and Neural Petunia Use of Microbes for Control Crest Cells in Vertebrate Development and Evolution Evolutionary, Developmental and and Eradication of Invasive Physiological Genetics Arthropods A presentation of all aspects of neural crest cell origins (embryological and evolutionary) develop- Petunia belongs to the family of the Solanaceae This book offers a diverse presentation about ment and evolution; neural crest cell behavior and is closely related to important crop species use of arthropod-specific pathogens for control (migration) and anomalies (neurocristopathies such as tomato, potato, eggplant, pepper and and eradication of invasive arthropod species. and birth defects) that arise from defective neural tobacco. With around 35 species described it is one Basic concepts supporting use of pathogens for crest development. The treatment of development of the smaller genera and among those there are microbial control are covered as well as societal will include discussions of cellular, molecular and two groups of species that make up the majority of and environmental concerns. The major func- genetic aspects of the differentiation and morpho- them: the purple flowered P.integrifolia group and tional issues faced when utilizing pathogens for genesis of neural crest cells and structures derived the white flowered P.axillaris group. It is assumed control of invasive arthropods are discussed in the from neural crest cells. The origins of the neural that interspecific hybrids between members of context of case studies. The majority of the book is crest in embryology will be discussed using the these two groups have laid the foundation for the composed of chapters describing different invasive recent information on the molecular basis of the huge variation in cultivars as selected from the species that have been targeted with entomo- specification of the neural crest. Also presented are 1830’s onwards. pathogens for control, using diverse strategies, in the advances in our understanding of the evolution Petunia thus has been a commercially important many cases with excellent results. These examples of jaws from studies on lampreys and of the neural ornamental since the early days of horticulture. cover urban, agricultural and forestry situations, crest from studies on ascidians and amphioxus. Despite that, Petunia was in use as a research providing an overview of the issues that use of model only parsimoniously until the late fifties of insect pathogens can present. Features the last century. By then seed companies started 7 Presents the most recent information on the to fund academic research, initially with the main Features molecular basis of the specification of the neural aim to develop new color varieties. 7 Covers use of arthropod-specific pathogens crest, and also includes evolutionary and historical for control and eradication of invasive arthropod information Features species 7 Basic concepts are covered as well as 7 Emphasis on molecular developments and on societal and environmental concerns which can From the contents comparative issues with petunia as a model species be of major importance when implementing this Part I Discovery and Origins: Discovery of the 7 The only comprehensive reference on petunia approach 7 The only compilation to date on use Neural Crest.- Embryological Origins.- Evolu- that provides an overview of the fundamentals as of microbial control agents to address the ever- tionary Origins.- Part II Derivatives and Diversity: well as the latest research increasing problems caused by invasive arthropods Skeletal and Dental Derivatives.- Neural Deriva- tives.- Endocrine Derivatives.- Cardiac Deriva- Fields of interest From the contents tives.- Part III Mechanisms of Development of Plant Sciences; Plant Genetics & Genomics; Dedication. Contributors. Preface. I Introduction. Neural Crest Cells: Specification of the Neural Plant Physiology II Ecological Considerations. III Eradication: Crest.- Neural Crest Cells as Stem Cells.- Migra- IV Control. V Safety and Public Issues. tion of Neural Crest Cells. Target groups VI Conclusions. Index. Plant scientists, researchers and academics Fields of interest working in plant development, evolution, Fields of interest Developmental Biology; Evolutionary Biology; physiology, and genetics Invertebrates; Microbiology; Agriculture Neurobiology Type of publication Type of publication Type of publication Target groups Target groups Contributed volume Academics, practitioners, scientists and Researchers and graduate students with interests researchers in the neural crest, including developmental and evolutionary biologists, neurobiologists, cell and Type of publication molecular biologists, medical geneticists, geneti- Contributed volume cists, physical anthropologists
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B. W. Hicks, US Air Force Academy, CO, USA (Ed.) D. S. Hill C. N. Hunter, University of Sheffield, UK; F. Daldal, University of Pennsylvania, USA; M. C. Thurnauer, Viral Applications of Green Pests of Crops in Warmer Argonne National Laboratory, USA; J. T. Beatty, Fluorescent Protein Climates and Their Control University of British Columbia, Canada (Eds.) Methods and Protocols The Purple Phototrophic
A textbook providing basic data about the crop Bacteria Over the last ten years, Green Fluorescent pests and the damage they inflict throughout the Proteins, along with the other spectral variants, tropics and sub-tropics. Each major pest is illus- have emerged from near obscurity to become a trated by either a line drawing or a photograph, The Purple Phototrophic Bacteria is a compre- powerful and versatile tool in scientific research. and sometimes the damage can also be seen. hensive survey of all aspects of these fascinating In Viral Applications of Green Fluorescent Protein: A world distribution map is provided for each bacteria, the metabolically most versatile organ- Methods and Protocols, leading investigators from species. Control measures tend to be general rather isms on Earth. This book is a compilation of 48 around the world contribute detailed examples than very specific. Most of the pests are insects and authoritative chapters, written by leading experts of both the construction and application of fluo- mites, but some nematodes, molluscs, birds and who highlight the huge progress made in spec- rescent proteins delivered by viruses in a format mammals are included. troscopic, structural and genetic studies of these crafted to produce rapid, readily reproducible bacteria since 1995, when the last book on this results. Written in the style of the popular and Features topic was published. This new volume is similarly successful Methods in Molecular Biology™ series, 7 Both a textbook on insect and other pests intended to be the definitive text on these bacteria the chapters include brief introductions to the of tropical crops aimed for under-graduate and for many years to come, and it will be a valuable topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, graduate student courses, and a handbook for resource for experienced researchers, doctoral step-by-step laboratory protocols, and Notes practicing entomologists in the tropics 7 The & masters students, as well as advanced under- sections, which highlight tips on troubleshooting extent of the tropics has been viewed widely to graduates in the fields of ecology, microbiology, and avoiding known pitfalls. The accompanying include areas with a warm climate 7 All the biochemistry, biophysics, integrative biology, and CD-ROM contains color figures and multi- major crop pests are illustrated clearly so as to aid molecular & cell biology. colored video sequences provided by leading viral identification 7 A course of reference for further researchers. information Features 7 A new edition of a well-accepted, well appreci- Features Fields of interest ated “Bible” in this field 7 The only comprehen- 7 Contains protocols useful for both basic Entomology; Plant Pathology; Agriculture sive survey of the purple phototrophic bacteria researchers and for those interested in applied since 1995; this book will remain relevant and viral gene therapy 7 Includes viral methods for Target groups topical for the next few years 7 An integrated terminally differentiated cells and for undifferenti- Undergraduate, graduate students in entomology; treatment of mutlidisciplinary topics such as light ated cells, including human stem cells 7 Provides entomologists harvesting, which covers structure, spectroscopy example applications for many different viral and modelling vectors including HIV, herpes virus, pox virus, Type of publication cytomegalovirus, adenovirus and adeno-associated Monograph Fields of interest viruses, baculovirus, and SARS Plant Sciences; Microbiology; Biochemistry, general Fields of interest Laboratory Medicine; Virology Target groups Researchers in photosynthesis, microbiology; Target groups researchers requiring basic knowledge for bio/solar Molecular and cellular biologists, biochemists, energy-related use of bacterial phototrophs; from virologists, protein scientists light capture to hydrogen production; experienced researchers, PhD students, advanced under- Type of publication graduates in the fields of ecology, microbiology, Contributed volume biochemistry and biophysics; scientists interested in future applications of these bacteria such as harnessing their potential for nanotechnology, solar energy research, bioremediation, or as cell factories
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A. Kamkin, I. Kiseleva, Russian State Medical Univer- T. Kull, Estonian University of Life Sciences, Tartu, H. N. Le Houérou, Montpellier, France sity, Moscow, Russia (Eds.) Estonia; J. Arditti, University of California, Irvine, CA, USA; S. M. Wong, National University of Singapore, Bioclimatology and Mechanosensitivity of the Singapore (Eds.) Biogeography of Africa Nervous System Orchid Biology: Reviews and
Perspectives X Covering an area of over 130 million km2 span- This book presents the latest findings in mecha- ning the Mediterranean, equator and tropics, nosensitivity of the nervous system. The nervous the African continent features a spectacular system stands out from a number of tissues This is the 10th volume in a series which was initi- geographic diversity. Consequently, it is character- because besides reacting to the mechanical stress ated in 1977. Like previous volumes, it contains ised by extremely variable climatic, edaphic and it is transmitting its own response to other organs scientific peer reviewed reviews on topics dealing ecological conditions, associated with a wide range and tissues, which are located downstream of its with orchids. These topics include 1) an history of natural vegetation and wildlife, as well as human signaling pathway. For this reason any type of of orchid breeders in Singapore, 2) consideration population density, crops and livestock. mechanical stimulation of the nervous system, whether orchids are mentioned in the Bible, In this book, Henry Le Houérou presents his which is capable of triggering a physiological 3) review of food hairs in orchids, 4) discussion of bioclimatic and biogeographic classification of response, has high scientific and practical signifi- research on pollen effects on orchid flowers carried Africa. The extensive data provide the basis for cance, since it allows its use beyond a particular out a century ago by the German plant physi- comparisons between various African regions, experimental model anywhere where it is contrib- ologist Hans Fitting in Bogor, Indonesia which and with regions on other continents such as Latin uting to a particular pathological condition. led to the first suggestion that plants produce America or the Indian subcontinent. The results This book is a unique collection of reviews hormones, 5) outline of pollen dispersal units in constitute a rational basis for national, regional outlining the current knowledge and the future orchids, 6) survey of orchids in art, 7) a tracing of and sub-regional rural development planning, developments in this rapidly growing field. the history of Vanilla pollination, 8) a chapter on and for agricultural research dealing with aspects Currently, investigations of the effects of mechan- viruses which attack orchids and 9) an appendix such as plant and animal introductions, the ical stress on the nervous system are focused on which lists a very large number of orchid books. extrapolation or interpolation of experimental or several issues. Like previous volumes, this volume will appeal to developmental findings, and ecosystems dynamics. all those who are interested in orchids and plant Possible problems of applications are also exam- Features scientists in general. ined. 7 For the first time one volume brings together a comprehensive up-to-date description of Features Features mechanosensitive ion channels in the nervous 7 The only scientific peer reviewed series on 7 For his substantial contribution to the work of cells 7 For the first time one volume provides a orchids in existence at present 7 Extensive, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change throughout review of mechanosensitivity of the detailed and authoritative reviews by experts in (IPCC), the author was awarded a share of the receptors, present in the nervous system 7 For each field 7 A variety of topics 7 International Nobel Peace Prize bestowed on the IPCC in 2007 the first time it gives a reader a complete overview scope (equally with Al Gore and others) of biomechanics of the nervous system Fields of interest Contents Fields of interest Plant Sciences; History of Science; Virology 1 Introduction.- 2 Bioclimatic Classification.- Biochemistry, general; Neurosciences; Neurology 3 Land Degradation, Desertization and Rehabilita- Target groups tion.- 4 Conclusions.- Appendix.- Bibliography. Target groups Scientists, orchid growers, orchid hobbyists, plant Physiologists, theoretical and practical neurolo- specialists Fields of interest gists, biophysicists, molecular biologists, pharma- Biogeosciences; Meteorology/Climatology; Plant cologists, geneticists, doctors Type of publication Ecology Contributed volume Type of publication Target groups Contributed volume Researchers, lecturers, development specialists, and advanced students
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Biomedical and Life Sciences Biomedical and Life Sciences Earth and Environmental Science Due October 2008 Due October 2008 Due October 2008 2009. Approx. 350 p. (Mechanosensitivity in Cells and Tissues, Volume 2) Hardcover 2009. Approx. 500 p. Hardcover 2009. Approx. 240 p. 56 illus., 1 in color. Hardcover 7 € 129,95 | £103.00 7 approx. € 220,00 | £165.50 7 € 119,95 | £95.00 9
T. Liehr, Universitätsklinikum Jena, Germany (Ed.) I. J. McEwan, University of Aberdeen, UK (Ed.) V. Nene, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD, USA; C. Kole, Clemson University, Clemson SC, USA (Eds.) Fluorescence In Situ The Nuclear Receptor Hybridization (FISH) - Superfamily Genome Mapping and Application Guide Methods and Protocols Genomics in Animal- Associated Microbes
This FISH application guide provides an over- Acting principally to control patterns of gene view of the principles and the basic techniques expression, nuclear receptors play vital roles Achievements and progress in genome mapping of fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) and during embryonic development and in the regula- and the genomics of microbes supersede by far primed in situ hybridization (PRINS), which tion of metabolic and reproductive functions in those for higher plants and animals, in part due are successfully used to study many aspects of adult life, which proves this superfamily of ligand- to their enormous economic implication but also genomic behavior and alterations. In 36 chap- activated transcription factors to be a crucial part smaller genome size. In the post-genomic era, ters, contributed by international experts in their of biological life. In The Nuclear Receptor Super- whole genome sequences of animal-associated particular field, the nowadays multiple approaches family: Methods and Protocols, expert researchers microbes are providing clues to depicting the and applications of the powerful techniques are describe a range of molecular, structural and cell genetic basis of the complex host-pathogen rela- presented and detailed protocols are given. biological techniques currently used to investi- tionships and the evolution of parasitism; and to Described here are methods using various cell gate the structure-function of nuclear receptors, improving methods of controlling pathogens. types and tissues as well as different organisms, together with experimental approaches that may This volume focuses on a globally important group such as mammalians, insects, plants and microor- lead to new therapeutic strategies for treating of intracellular prokaryotic pathogens which ganisms. Multicolor FISH procedures and special nuclear receptor-associated diseases. Written affect livestock animals. These include Brucella, applications such as the characterization marker in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Mycobacterium, Anaplasma and Ehrlichia, as well chromosomes, breakpoints, cryptic aberrations, Biology™ series format, the chapters in this volume as the protozoan pathogens Cryptosporidium and nuclear architecture and epigenetic changes, contain brief introductions to the topics, lists of Theileria, for which genome sequence data is avail- as well as (array-based) comparative genomic the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, able. Insights from comparative genomics of the hybridization studies are presented. Overall, the readily reproducible laboratory protocols, as well microbes described provide clues to the adapta- technique of choice is introduced for single cell as notes from the experts. tion involved in host-microbe interactions, as well analysis in human genetics, microbiology, animal as resources potentially useful for application in and plant sciences. Features future research and product development. 7 Provides an easily accessible reference for a Features range of biochemical and cell-based methods to Features 7 Step-by-step protocols of the cutting edge FISH study nuclear receptor function 7 Clear step-by- 7 The authors are renowned experts on the techniques 7 Easy to follow recipies to ensure step comprehensive guides written by experienced animal-associated microbes treated and have all successful results 7 Each protocol includes researchers in the field 7 Covers cutting-edge contributed to the genome sequencing projects interpretation and evaluation sections of the methodologies, including ChIP-on-chip, siRNA underpinning research activities of the selected experimental results as well as troubleshooting tips gene silencing and tissues selective gene knock- organisms 7 An invaluable work that will 7 With brillant colour photos showing the results outs 7 Details analysis from isolated receptor promote further genomic research and the devel- of fluorescence in situ hybridization on various proteins through to cellular and tissue function opment of novel methods of controlling pathogens tissues that cause enormous economic loss Fields of interest Fields of interest Cell Biology Fields of interest Cell Biology; Human Genetics; Biological Tech- Microbial Genetics and Genomics; Animal Physi- niques Target groups ology; Veterinary Medicine Molecular, cellular, and structural biologists, Target groups graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, and Target groups Scientists, PhD students, clinicians and technicians clinicians Scientists and researchers in microbial genetics, in biomedical research and dignostics laboratories genomics and in animal pathology Type of publication Type of publication Contributed volume Type of publication Laboratory book Reference work
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Nucleic Acids J. Popovský Progress in Molecular and B. Büdel, Kaiserslautern; G. Gärtner, Innsbruck; L. and Molecular Biology Krienitz, Stechlin; H. Preisig, Zürich; Subcellular Biology M. Schagerl, Wien (Eds.) Volume 38 Series editor: H. J. Gross Dinophyceae Volume 16 P. Jeanteur, Institute of Molecular Genetics of (Dinoflagellida) Montpellier, Montpellier, France (Ed.) M. Belfort, V. Derbyshire, Wadsworth Center, Albany, Coauthor: L. Pfiester NY, USA; B. L. Stoddard, Fred Hutchison Cancer Epigenetics and Chromatin Research Center, Seattle, WA, USA; D. W. Wood, University of Princeton, NJ, USA (Eds.) This volume is a compilation of Dinophyceae which are of interest to phycologists and proto- Homing Endonucleases and zoologists. Since it is very difficult to classify of Epigenetics refers to heritable patterns of gene the unicellular organisms as plants or animals expression which do not depend on alterations of Inteins two approaches can be found to the classification genomic DNA sequence. of dinoflagellates - the botanical and zoological. This book provides a state-of-the-art account of a We have employed the phycological (botanical) few selected hot spots by scientists at the edge in This book provides the first and only compre- approach in our textbook. However, we view the this extremely active field. It puts special emphasis hensive description and detailed summary of dinoflagellates as protists which exhibit both plant on two main streams of research. One is the role the genetics, structure, function, mechanisms and animal features. of post-translational modifications of proteins, of action, evolution and engineering of homing Classically phycologists divided dinoflagellates mostly histones, on chromatin structure and acces- endonucleases and inteins. These two unique into monads, rhizopods, coccals, capsals and sibility. The other one deals with parental genomic protein superfamilies, which are tied together trichals based on morphology. During our studies imprinting, a process which allows to express a few through their frequent fusion and coevolution, of freshwater dinoflagellates we have observed and selected genes from only one of the parental allele have generated considerable excitement for their recorded stages transcendent among these forms. while extinguishing the other. fundamental, structural, and functional proper- ties, their evolution as parasitic elements, and their Features Features widespread applications as gene targeting agents 7 Enabling the species determination of fresh- 7 Gives a comprehensive overview on chromatin and as instruments for the generation of modified water Dinophyceae. These are microscopic protists structure and function in combination with an proteins and novel protein combinations. 7 Necessary for scientific systematics and official epigenetic view 7 Covering mammalian as well expertise in water assessment as plant cells Features 7 First book devoted exclusively to the biology Fields of interest Fields of interest and technical applications growing out of research Plant Sciences; Freshwater & Marine Ecology; Cell Biology; Biochemistry, general; Evolutionary with inteins and homing endonucleases Plant Ecology Biology
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V. K. Rajasekhar, New York, NY, USA; M. C. Vemuri, A. Rigueiro-Rodríguez, J. McAdam, G. Saharan, N. Mehta, CCS Haryana Agricultural Invitrogen Corporation, Grand Island, NY, USA (Eds.) M. R. Mosquera-Losada (Eds.) University, Haryana, India Regulatory Networks in Stem Agroforestry in Europe Sclerotinia Diseases of Crop Cells Plants: Biology, Ecology and While recent EU Rural Development policy clearly Disease Management recognises the economic, ecological, and social Features advantages of agroforestry systems, to date the 7 Incorporates all essential and relevant informa- implementation of such systems remains poor This book on Sclerotinia deals with the aspects on tion in the study of stem cells 7 Excellently throughout most of Europe. In light of this, this taxonomy, nomenclature, geographical distri- presented data by leading experts in the field of collection of peer-reviewed papers brings together bution, economic importance, host range, the stem cells some of the most important current research in diseases caused, symptomatology, disease assess- European agroforestry, and evaluates the current ment, reproduction, ultra-structures, pathogenic From the contents scope and future potential of agroforestry across variability, perpetuation, infection and pathogen- The molecular basis of embryonic stem cell the EU. esis, biochemical, molecular and physiological self-renewal.- Asymmetric Behaviour in Stem While the majority of Europe’s agroforestry prac- aspects of host pathogen interaction, seed infec- Cells.- Determinants of pluripotency in mouse tices are currently focused in the Mediterranean, tion, disease cycle, epidemiology and forecasting, and human embryonic stem cells.- Mainte- this volume draws together examples from a wide host resistance and disease management strategies. nance of embryonic stem cell pluripotency by range of countries – including Greece, Spain, the In addition, laboratory and field techniques devel- Nanog-mediated dedifferentiation of committed UK, Hungary, Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, oped so far for Sclerotinia have been included. mesoderm progenitors.- Human Embryonic Switzerland, France and Slovenia. The book also Some newly emerging areas of Sclerotinia research Stem Cells and Germ Cell Development.- Human covers a range of agroforestry types, including including its application as myco-herbicide, phyto- Embryonic Stem Cells and Germ Cell Develop- silvopastoralism – Europe’s predominant form alexin elicitors, hypovirulence, volatile compound ment.- Genomic Stability in Stem Cells.- Genetic of agroforestry – as well as alley cropping, forest imitator, sporigermin production from sclerotia, manipulation of human embryonic stem cells.- farming, silvoarable systems and the use of trees resistance to fungicides and health hazards due to Transcriptional Networks Regulating Embryonic for shelter. Sclerotinia diseases have been discussed. Stem Cell Fate Decisions.- Use of zebrafish to dissect gene programs regulating hematopoietic Features Features stem cells.- HOXB4 in Hematopoietic Stem Cell 7 The most up-to-date and complete overview 7 Researchers engaged in biology, epidemi- Regulation.- Telomere and telomerase for the regu- of agroforestry in Europe 7 Major addition to ology and management aspects of this ubiqui- lation of stem cells.- The Role of Mitochondria in description of agroforestry systems world-wide tous pathogen as well as other soil borne plant Stem Cell Biology.- Stem cells and stem cell niches 7 Fills the current gap of absence of European pathogens will find this publication an exhaustive in tissue homeostasis: lessons from the expanding agroforestry system books 7 Contributes to reference 7 Numerous colour photographs and stem cell populations of Drosophila. promoting the use of the systems in the European illustrations showing the disease symptoms of Union, and other regions with comparable social, various crops attacked by Sclerotinia spp. make it Fields of interest economic, and ecologic conditions easier for researchers and students and extension Cell Biology; Developmental Biology; Neurobi- workers to identify the diseases ology Fields of interest Forestry Management; Agriculture; Forestry From the contents Target groups 1. Introduction. 2. Geographical distribution. Researchers, scientists, and clinicians Target groups 3. History and host range. 4. Economic impor- Researchers, administrators, policy-makers, tance. 5. The disease and symptoms. 7. The Type of publication students, professors working in agroforestry, pathogen. 8. Reproduction and reproductive struc- Contributed volume agronomy, forest, plant and soil science, ecology tures. 9. Ultra structures. 10. Pathogenic and land management variability. 11. Perpetuation.
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H. Sakio, T. Tamura (Eds.) M. Shirtliff, University of Maryland, Baltimore, USA; C. Sivaperuman, Zoological Survey of India, Port J. Leid, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, USA Blair, India; Q. Baqri, Zoological Survey of India, Ecology of Riparian Forests in (Eds.) Jodhpur, India; G. Ramaswamy, AVC College, Japan Mayiladuthurai, India; M. Naseema, Chennai, India The Role of Biofilms in (Eds.) Disturbance, Life History and Regeneration Device-Related Infections Faunal Ecology and
Riparian forests along streams and rivers are Conservation of the Great diverse in species, structure, and regeneration Approximately 60% of all hospital-associated Indian Desert processes, and have important ecological functions infections, over one million cases per year, are in maintaining landscape and biodiversity. This due to biofilms that have formed on indwelling book discusses riparian forests from subpolar medical devices. Device-related biofilm infec- The Great Indian or Thar Desert is characterized to warm-temperate zones, covering headwater tions increase hospital stays and add over one by extremely harsh climatic conditions. Neverthe- streams, braided rivers on alluvial fans, and billion dollars/year to U.S. hospitalization costs. less, this unique region, consisting of very different low-gradient meandering rivers. It presents Since the use and the types of indwelling medical habitats ranging from grassland, sand dunes and the dynamics and mechanisms that govern the devices commonly used in modern healthcare are rocky expanses to hilly wooded terrains, but also coexistence of riparian tree species, tree demog- continuously expanding, especially with an aging crop fields and abandoned human habitations, raphy, the response to water stress of trees, and the population, the incidence of biofilm infections features a spectacular biodiversity. In 16 chap- conservation of endangered species, and focuses will also continue to rise. The central problem ters, reputed experts in their fields describe the on natural disturbances, life-history strategies, and with microbial biofilm infections of foreign bodies regional climate and microclimatic regime of this the ecophysiology of trees. Because many riparian is their propensity to resist clearance by the host hot, arid desert, and its diverse faunal inhabitants. landscapes have been degraded and are disap- immune system and all antimicrobial agents tested These range from dung beetles, ants and spiders to pearing at an alarming rate, the regeneration of to date. In fact, compared to their free floating, lizards and snakes, vultures, doves and other birds, the remaining riparian ecosystems is urgent. With planktonic counterparts, microbes within a biofilm bats, gerbils and mice, and mammals including the contributions by more than 20 experts in diverse are 50 – 500 times more resistant to antimicrobial gazelle and langur, some appearing in the IUCN fields, this book offers useful information for the agents. Therefore, achieving therapeutic and non- Red List of threatened species. Key aspects of conservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of lethal dosing regimens within the human host is the ecology and conservation of this endangered riparian ecosystems. impossible. ecosystem are discussed, notably pest control and the protective role of local religious communi- Features Features ties, as well as the impacts of large-scale irrigation 7 Thorough treatment of riparian ecology 7 Provides the reader with the science and micro- schemes, changing land-use patterns and climate biology behind one of the burgeoning increases change. Fields of interest in infectious disease, indwelling medical device Plant Ecology; Forestry Management; Forestry infections Features 7 Provides novel information on various aspects Target groups Fields of interest of desert faunal ecology and conservation in the Scientists, graduate students, institutes Microbiology; Infectious Diseases; Immunology Great Indian Desert, with implications for similar ecosystems worldwide 7 A significant contribu- Type of publication Target groups tion to the conservation of this unique ecosystem Monograph Libraries, institutes, professionals Fields of interest Type of publication Conservation Biology/Ecology; Animal Ecology; Contributed volume Biodiversity
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G. Smagghe, Ghent University, Belgium (Ed.) Springer Handbook N. Taniguchi, A. Suzuki, Y. Ito, H. Narimatsu, T. Kawasaki, S. Hase (Eds.) Ecdysone, structures and of Enzymes Experimental Glycoscience functions Series editors: D. Schomburg, I. Schomburg (Ed.) Glycochemistry Supplement volume 1 Ecdysone is the steroidal prohormone of the major insect moulting hormone 20-hydroxyecdysone. It D. Schomburg, I. Schomburg, Technical University The aim of this book is to provide experimental groups with its homologues the steroidal molting Braunschweig, Germany (Eds.) protocols covering many aspects of glycobiology, hormones in arthropods, but they also occur in glycotechnology, and chemistry: biochem- other phyla where they can play different roles. Class 1 Oxidoreductases istry, molecular and cellular biology, genetics, Besides ecdysteroids appear in many plants mostly physiology, and medicine. The protocols are all EC 1 as protection agents (toxins or antifeedants) self-contained descriptions of the equipment and against herbivorous insects. Coeditor: A. Chang, reagents needed, followed by details of the experi- The important developments and achievements in mental procedure. modern ecdysone science since the first edition in In the post-genomic era, glycobiology is coming 1989 by J. Koolman have led to this new revised, The objective of the “Springer Handbook of of age because more than half of proteins are expanded and retitled reference work. New chap- Enzymes” is to provide in concise form data on glycosylated and the importance of sugar chains ters in this edition include RNA interference, the enzymes sufficiently well characterized. Data in various fields of life science research cannot be ecdysone receptor crystal structures and structure sheets are arranged in their EC-Number sequence. disregarded. Many scientists had not entered this activity relationships, etc. Each article may also be The volumes are arranged according to enzyme area because glycobiology and glycoscience used to read independently, as a review of that particular classes. Considerable progress has been made be considered difficult fields. This book, therefore, subject. in enzymology since the publication of the first is presented much like a cookbook which can help edition (published as “Enzyme Handbook”): many scientists in fields other than glycobiology and Features enzymes are newly classified or reclassified. In the glycoscience carry out research more easily. 7 Fast and reliable comprehensive on ecdysone: it 2nd edition each entry is correlated with references provides the reader “all what you want to know as and one or more source organisms. New datafields Contents an expert” and also “all what you need to know to are created: “application” and “engineering” (for Structural Analysis of Sugar Chains.- Chemical become an expert” 7 Written by a distinguished the properties of enzymes where the sequence has Synthesis of Sugar Chains. international group of contributors 7 Well-orga- been changed). Altogether the amount of data nized format provides for concise, readable entries, has doubled so that the 2nd edition consists of 39 Fields of interest easy searches, and thorough cross-references volumes plus synonym index. Biochemistry, general; Cell Biology; Animal Physiology From the contents Features Preface. Part 1: Distribution and diversity of ecdys- 7 Concise and complete description of about Target groups teroids in the two kingdoms is still basis. Part 2: 5000 enzymes sufficiently well characterized for Researchers and professionals In the post-genomic era, ecdysteroid genetic hier- application in analytical, synthetic and biotech- archies in insect growth and reproduction. Part 3: nology processes as well as in food industry and Type of publication Role of cross talk of genes and growth factors in for medicinal applications 7 Second edition is Manual ecdysteroid titers and signalling. Part 4: Ecdys- totally new 7 Content has doubled 7 Printed teroids function through nuclear and membrane and online version available receptors. Part 5: Ecdysteroids in modern agricul- ture, medicine, doping and ecotoxicology. Fields of interest Biochemistry, general; Molecular Medicine; Phar- Fields of interest macology/Toxicology Entomology; Biochemistry, general; Life Sciences, general Target groups Industrial and academic research Target groups All scientists in academia and industry, govern- Type of publication ment, undergraduates and graduated students Reference work in biology, biochemistry and molecular biology, endocrinology, ecotoxicology-endocrine disrup- tion
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N. Taniguchi, A. Suzuki, Y. Ito, H. Narimatsu, G. van den Thillart, Leiden University, Leiden, The J. J. Zwislocki, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY, USA T. Kawasaki, S. Hase (Eds.) Netherlands; S. Dufour, Museum National d’Histoire Naturelle, Paris, France; J. C. Rankin, University of Sensory Neuroscience: Four Experimental Glycoscience Huddersfield, UK (Eds.) Laws of Psychophysics Glycobiology Spawning Migration of the
European Eel Sensory Neuroscience:Four Laws of Psycho- The aim of this book is to provide experimental Reproduction index, a useful tool for physics examines both psychophysics, the science protocols covering many aspects of glycobiology, conservation management of relationships between human sensations, and glycotechnology, and chemistry: biochem- the stimuli that evoke them. More specifically, it istry, molecular and cellular biology, genetics, defines four multisensory relationships of great physiology, and medicine. The protocols are all The European eel Anguilla anguilla is a common generality between sensation magnitudes and the self-contained descriptions of the equipment and fish species in West European countries supporting underlying stimulus magnitudes. reagents needed, followed by details of the experi- several thousands of small-scale fisheries. In June Although, psychophysics belongs to sensory mental procedure. 2008, it has been listed in Annex B of CITES after neuroscience and is strongly coupled to neuro- In the post-genomic era, glycobiology is coming the 99% decline in recruitment observed over the physiology, it also has branched out to various of age because more than half of proteins are last decades. A European Council Regulation was specialized academic fields, including the sciences glycosylated and the importance of sugar chains issued on September 2007 to arrest the collapse of of vision and hearing, ophthalmology, optometry, in various fields of life science research cannot be the eel stock. otology, and audiology. Due to this diversification disregarded. Many scientists had not entered this In this book, we discuss the factors that may and fragmentation psychophysics has had an ad- area because glycobiology and glycoscience used to contribute to the decline of the European eel popu- hoc, phenomenological orientation and, besides be considered difficult fields. This book, therefore, lation. With respect to conservation measures two the Weber law of differential sensitivity, has lacked is presented much like a cookbook which can help important aspects have to be considered: quality a systematic grid of scientific laws. scientists in fields other than glycobiology and and quantity of escaping silver eels. Clearly, a poor glycoscience carry out research more easily. condition of the silver eels can never be compen- Features sated by large numbers. Qualitative parameters 7 No other books focused on multisensory Contents were thus hardly available for management appli- psychophysical laws 7 Author is a “giant” in the Glycosyltransferase Genes.- Functional Analyses cations. The main goal of this book is to provide field of psychophysics of Sugar Chains.- Glycosyltransferase Gene KO useful quality parameters for migrating silver eels, Mice.- Infrastructures and Research Resources. indicating their contribution to recruitment. The From the contents process of migration and maturation also provides Stevens’ Power Law: Definition and Genesis.- Fields of interest information about the natural conditions for eel Theory of Magnitude Estimation.- Magnitude Biochemistry, general; Cell Biology; Animal reproduction. Production and Magnitude Balance.- Cross-modal Physiology Matching and Transitivity.-Relevant Theory of Features Measurement.- Validity of the Power Law.- Gener- Target groups 7 First time that quality parameters of eels are ality.- The Context Problem.- Physiological Corre- Researchers and professionals presented in book form 7 Discusses causes for lates.- Law of Asymptotic Linearity: Definition and collapse of eel population 7 Provides informa- Genesis.- Underlying Biophysical Process.- Gener- Type of publication tion on eel migration crucial for eel conservation ality.- Law of Additivity: Definition and Consis- Manual regulation tency with Ratio Scaling.- Further Validation of the Law for Loudness.- Generality.- General Law Fields of interest of Differential Sensitivity: Introduction. Animal Ecology; Fish & Wildlife Biology & Management; Conservation Biology/Ecology Fields of interest Behavioural Sciences; Otorhinolaryngology; Target groups Neurosciences Anyone dealing with fisheries, aquaculture and reproduction physiology Target groups Psychophysicists, experimental psychologists, Type of publication otolarynologists, cognitive neuroscientists, Contributed volume ophthamologists, philosophers of mind
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