Binny's life has been difficult since her father died & her dreadful old Aunt violet disposed of her beloved dog Max Her world changed then to a city flat with not enough space for her Mum her big sister Clem & her small brother James Definitely no room for a pet Then one day Aunt violet dies leaving a small cottage in Cornwall to Binny & her family Binny finds herself in a new world once more full of sunshine & freedom & Gareth the enemy-next-door & the ideal companion for dangerous dares But Max is still lost in the past & it seems impossible that she'll ever find him again ...

Winner of the Hugo Award & the Nebula Award for Best Novella! Her name is Binti & she is the first of the Himba people ever to be offered a place at Oomza University the finest institution of higher learning in the galaxy But to accept the offer will mean giving up her place in her family to travel between the stars among strangers who do not share her ways or respect her customs Knowledge comes at a cost one that Binti is willing to pay but her journey will not be easy The world she seeks to enter has long warred with the Meduse an alien race that has become the stuff of nightmares Oomza University has wronged the Meduse & Binti's stellar travel will bring her within their deadly reach If Binti hopes to survive the legacy of a war not of her making she will need both the the gifts of her people & the wisdom enshrined within the University itself but first she has to make it there alive PRAISE FOR BINTI " Binti is a supreme read about a sexy edgy Afropolitan in space! It's a wondrous combination of extra-terrestrial adventure & age-old African diplomacy Unforgettable!" Wanuri Kahiu award-winning Kenyan film director of Punzi & From a Whisper " ...

From the producers of DUMB & DUMBER comes this 'no-brainer' eco-trip Slackers Bud & Doyle (Stephen Baldwin & Pauly Shore) happen upon the opening ceremonies for the BIO-DOME an environmental facility which is controlled by five scientists who will be hermetically sealed in it for a year But before you can say dumb & dumber the two dimwits mistaking the Bio-Dome for a shopping mall end up trapped inside with the researchers Cut off from TV & fast food Bud & Doyle act like bulls in a china shop creating havoc every step of the way annoying their brainy co-habitees with crass humour & wild destructive antics Can the Bio-Dome project be saved before Bud & Doyle completely demolish it ...

Shows students how calculus relates to biology with a style that maintains rigor without being overly formal This book motivates & illustrates the topics of calculus with examples drawn from many areas of biology including genetics biomechanics medicine pharmacology physiology ecology epidemiology & evolution to name a few 900 pages Stewart James ...

Covering advanced nutrition with a comprehensive easy-to-understand approach Biochemical Physiological & Molecular Aspects of Human Nutrition 3rd Edition focuses on the biology of human nutrition at the molecular cellular tissue & whole-body levels It addresses nutrients by classification & describes macronutrient function from digestion to metabolism This edition

Includes:: the new My Plate dietary guide & recommendations from the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 plus coverage of the historical evolution of nutrition & information on a wide range of vitamins minerals & other food components In Biochemical Physiological & Molecular Aspects of Human Nutrition lead authors Martha H Stipanuk & Marie A Caudill are joined by a team of nutrition experts in providing clear concise coverage of advanced nutrition 55 expert contributors provide the latest information on all areas of the nutrition sciences Nutrition Insight boxes discuss hot topics & take a closer look at basic science & everyday nutrition Clinical Correlation boxes show the connection between nutrition-related problems & their effects on normal metabolism Food Sources boxes summarize & simplify data from the USDA National Nutrient Database on the amount & types of foods needed to reach the recommended daily allowances for vitamins & minerals DRIs Across the Life Cycle boxes highlight the latest data from the Institute of Medicine on dietary reference intakes for vitamins & minerals including coverage of infants children adult males & females & pregnant & lactating women Life Cycle Considerations boxes highlight nutritional processes or concepts applicable to individuals of various ages & in various stages of the life span Thinking Critically sections within boxes & at the end of chapters help in applying scientific knowledge to real-life situations Lists of common abbreviations provide an overview of each chapter's content at a glance Comprehensive cross-referencing by chapters & illustrations is used throughout Current references & recommended readings connect you to nutrition-related literature & provide additional tools for research Coverage of the USDA's My Plate dietary guide reflects today's new approach to diet & nutrition Recommendations outlined in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are incorporated throughout the book Updated format features more subheadings tables & bullets making it easier to learn & recall key points Updates of key chapters & boxes reflect significant changes within the fields of nutrition biology molecular biology & chemistry NEW illustrations simplify complex biochemical physiological & molecular processes & concepts

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Now in its fifth edition Biochemistry & Molecular Biology features a new author team who have retained the much-praised clarity of previous editions while adding a more biomedical focus & incorporating a discussion of recent developments in research A new chapter on the general principles of nutrition emphasises the key principles underlying complex metabolic pathways enabling students to appreciate an integrated view of human metabolism & nutrition Also new to the fifth edition a chapter on the control of gene expression reflects our increasing understanding of the importance & power of gene regulation With an integrated approach covering both biochemistry & molecular biology complemented by frequent diagrams & clear explanations & all presented in a broader cellular context this text is the perfect introduction for any student new to the subject Online Resource Centre The Online Resource Centre features For registered adopters of the book Figures from the book available to download For students Further reading organised by chapter linked to the book via QR codes An extensive bank of multiple-choice questions for self-directed learning Links to 3D molecular structures ...

Derived from the classic text originated by Lubert Stryer & continued by John Tymoczko & Jeremy Berg Biochemistry A Short Course focuses on the major topics taught in a one-semester biochemistry course With its short chapters & relevant examples it's uniquely effective in helping students see the connections between the biochemistry they're studying & their own lives This new edition takes into account recent discoveries & advances that have changed how we think about the fundamental concepts in biochemistry & human health A number of new interactive features are designed to help instructors create a more active environment in the classroom Those new resources are found in Launch Pad the third edition's dedicated version of WH Freeman's breakthrough online course space See Instructor Resources' & Student Resources' for further information ...

Sitting on dry land this octopus bulbous head is textured with scars & pock marks from mysterious undersea battles A pair of brass goggles cover two red baleful eyes staring without blinking Below them a mass of 8 tentacles writhes & coils searching for some hapless victim to grab Perfect for any steampunk study this alternative figurine is a fantastic gift for any lover of marine life ...

This step-by-step guide to medical technology innovation now in full color has been rewritten to reflect recent trends of industry globalization & value-conscious healthcare Written by a team of medical engineering & business experts the authors provide a comprehensive resource that leads students researchers & entrepreneurs through a proven process for the identification invention & implementation of new solutions Case studies on innovative products from around the world successes & failures practical advice & end-of-chapter ' Getting Started' sections encourage readers to learn from real projects & apply important lessons to their own work A wealth of additional material supports the book including a collection of nearly one hundred videos created for the second edition active links to external websites supplementary appendices & timely updates on the companion website at ebiodesignorg Readers can access this material quickly easily & at the most relevant point in the text from within the ebook ...

We constantly notice when we are out talking to winemakers in different wine regions that more & more producers pay attention to how what they do in the vineyard affects the environment Many winemakers that we meet start the process of 'converting' to organic farming There are rules for what that means -- what an organic farmer can do & what is forbidden -- rules that come both from public or government organisations & from private organisations In addition people also talk more & more about other related approaches biodynamic winemaking natural wines sustainable farming In this book we explain them all Organic farming biodynamic wine natural wines sustainable winemaking what do all these concepts really mean & what benefits can they bring to winemakers? This comprehensive book by two renowned wine experts explains the rules the do's & don't's of organic biodynamic & natural wine production both outside in the vineyard & in the wine cellar It sets out clearly what a winemaker is allowed to do including processes additives & chemicals & looks at the potential long-term benefits of going organic or biodynamic This is an invaluable introduction to sustainable winemaking for all wine professionals & enthusiasts Winner of the ' Best Wine Book for Professionals 2012' in Sweden & the ' World's Best Drinks (wine) Education Book' runner-up 2012 ...