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A Molecular Approach
Hardcover
Packed with extras, this substantially revised introduction to the basic unit of life offers a thorough tour of the evolution of cells, molecular biology, cell structure and function, and cell regulation. HC. 771pp. 2009.
Cognitive Neuroscience, 3rd Edition
Hardcover
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Written by three practitioners in the field, this textbook covers cutting-edge understandings of the mechanisms of the mind’s complex processes such as perception, language, attention, memory, motor control and emotion. HC. 752pp. 2008.
Hardcover
Organized chronologically, The Math Book showcases 250 notable insights and breakthroughs in the history of mathematics, from Archimedes’ spiral to Goldbach’s conjecture to the Mandelbrot set and beyond. HC. 528pp. 2009.
The Definitive Visual Guide
Hardcover
Organized chronologically, this magnificently illustrated volume covers notable scientific breakthroughs and individuals—ranging from ancient Greek geometry to quantum physics and from Pythagoras to Richard Feynman. HC. 512pp. 2009.
A Visual Exploration of Every Known Atom in the Universe
Hardcover
In this book, each of the 118 known chemical elements is represented on a spread that includes a stunning, full-page, full-color photograph that most closely represents it in its purest form, along with fascinating facts. HC. 240pp. 2009.
From Dementia to Schizophrenia, How New Discoveries About the Brain Are Revolutionizing Medicine and Science
Hardcover
Fields shows how glial cells in the brain have been found to play a key role in everything from immune system responses to infection, to insulating axons, to recovery from brain injury, to processing memories and more. HC. 320pp. 2010.
The Definitive Visual History of Life on Earth
Hardcover
Featuring an extensive catalog of prehistoric life forms, Prehistoric Life places thousands of color photographs and computer-generated images alongside the informative text to recreate a vision of species long gone. HC. 512pp. 2009.
Concepts, Experiments, History and Philosophy
Hardcover
Featuring 240 alphabetically arranged entries and 100 distinguished contributors, this book provides a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the concepts, experiments, history and philosophy of quantum physics. HC. 904pp. 2009.
Hardcover & CD-ROM
Packed with color art, this reference title whisks us on an incomparable tour of every facet of the brain, revealing the anatomy of this remarkable organ layer by layer and delving into the inner workings of the mind. HC, with DVD. 256pp. 2009.
Physical Biochemistry, 2nd Edition
Principles and Applications
Softcover
Sheehan explores a range of techniques to investigate the properties and behavior of biomolecules, describes their pros and cons, and shows how each tool contributes to our knowledge of biological systems and processes. SC. 424pp. 2009.
A Self-Teaching Guide
Softcover
This text is a remarkable tool for learning about the cosmos, with lessons on the Moon and planets, Sun, stars and stellar evolution, galaxies and more, along with an array of self-tests and other special features. SC. 384pp. 2009.
An Introduction to the Principles of Materials Science
Softcover
This textbook offers a comprehensive overview of the theoretical and experimental concepts of the field that studies the state of matter in which a large number of atoms are chemically bound to produce a dense solid aggregate. SC. 501pp. 2010.
Hardcover
This text provides a concise and clearly presented introduction to modern string theory, from one of the world’s authorities on the subject. HC. 608pp. 2007.
Quantum Mechanics in a Nutshell
Hardcover
Covering the fundamentals of the discipline as well as many topics of current interest, Quantum Mechanics in a Nutshell offers a concise and accessible introduction to this powerful branch of physics. HC. 414pp. 2009.
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