Niets is geweldiger dan de mens. Geen enkele andere diersoort is intelligent genoeg om een ruimtetuig te bouwen dat onze planeet kan verlaten en heeft tegelijk de kracht om zijn eigen leefwereld domweg te vernietigen. Toch zijn we biologisch gezien simpelweg mensapen. Hoe zijn we geworden wie we zijn? Welke belangrijke stappen gaven onze hersenen de ruimte om zich verder te ontwikkelen? En waarom floreerden onze voorouders, terwijl andere mensensoorten uitstierven? In In het spoor van de mens...

Vier jonge biologen geven een indringend en intiem beeld van hun overwintering op het eenzame eiland Edgeøya bij Spitsbergen. Hun werk droeg bij aan het onder bescherming stellen van de ijsbeer en vormde een kiemcel voor het moderne Nederlandse poolonderzoek.

Genetische Genealogie is een hobby die klassieke genealogie combineert met moderne DNA technologie. Waar bij klassieke genealogie veel mensen denken aan stoffige archieven, is het voor de meesten lastig een start te maken met deze nieuwe geavanceerde hobby. Ir. Erik Mols, weet als geen ander bio-informatica technieken en moleculaire biologie, begrijpbaar te maken voor mensen, die niet, net zoals hij in het veld gestudeerd hebben. Het boek geeft je handvatten middels een onderzoek raamwerk, om...

We live in a complex and dynamic world. Understanding how to monitor, manage and conserve species and habitats - the goal of applied ecology - is of ever-increasing importance. Applied Ecology shows students how an understanding of ecological theory can be used to address the most important issues facing ecologists today.

Its explicitly problem-solving approach reflects the reality of using ecological tools and approaches in applied contexts, while also highlighting the key ecological theorie...

How does a single cell develop into myriad different specialised cell types, control the organization of these different cells into tissues and organs, and ultimately form an unimaginably complex living organism such as a human? Furthermore, how is it possible for some adult animals, but not others, to regenerate fully functioning limbs?Principles of Development opens up the fascinating field of developmental biology to those wanting to understand the answers to questions such as these. Cutti...

This beautifully illustrated textbook provides a clear guide to the tools and techniques of genetic engineering, gene cloning and molecular biology. All aspects of genetic engineering in the post-genomic era are covered, beginning with the basics of DNA structure and DNA metabolism. Using an example-driven approach, the fundamentals of creating mutations in DNA, cloning in bacteria, yeast, plants and animals are all clearly presented.

Strong emphasis is placed on the latest, post genomic tech...

Essentials of Ecology, 4th Edition presents introductory ecology in an accessible, state-of-the-art format designed to cultivate the novice student's understanding of and fascination with the natural world. In a concise, engaging style, this text outlines the essential principles of ecology from the theoretical fundamentals to their practical applications. Full color artwork, simple pedagogical features and a wide range of carefully-chosen examples make this book an ideal introduction to ecol...

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Today, domestic cats live harmoniously with devoted owners all over the world. But how did the wildcats of old creep into our homes and our hearts, convincing us to keep them warm, fed, and pampered?

They learned to talk to us.

Renowned cat behaviour scientist Dr. Sarah Brown reveals the previously unexplored secrets of cat communication in a book that is both scientifically grounded and utterly delightful.

Each chapter dives in...

This topical and exciting textbook describes fisheries exploitation, biology, conservation and management, and reflects many recent and important changes in fisheries science. These include growing concerns about the environmental impacts of fisheries, the role of ecological interactions in determining population dynamics, and the incorporation of uncertainty and precautionary principles into management advice. The book draws upon examples from tropical, temperate and polar environments, and ...

For undergraduate courses in Evolution By presenting evolutionary biology as a dynamic, ongoing research effort and organising discussions around questions, this best-selling text helps students think like scientists as they learn about evolution. The authors convey the excitement and logic of evolutionary science by introducing principles through recent and classical studies, and by emphasising real-world applications. In the 5th Edition, co-author Jon Herron takes the lead in streamlining a...