After Us
When the last light goes out and the cities fall silent, the Earth will not mourn-it will begin again. This book offers a bold exploration of what happens to the planet when humans disappear, a journey into the deep future where forests swallow skyscrapers, predators return to forgotten ranges, and oceans breathe without fleets. Drawing on cutting-edge science and haunting real-world examples, it shows how urban decay and nature intersect, how species resurgence after extinction unfolds, and how our fossil legacy of humanity will mark the rocks for millennia. This is not an apocalypse fantasy but a precise forecast of the world we leave behind. Readers will travel from abandoned towns overtaken by ivy to the silent seabeds where plastic becomes a new kind of stone. Along the way, they will confront profound questions: does Earth "recover" without us, or does it simply continue on its own terms? For those curious about life after humans, fascinated by abandoned places and ecology, or drawn to the edges of environmental philosophy, this book offers a rare lens. By the final page, you will see humanity differently-not as the endpoint of evolution, but as one more layer in the planet's restless geology. And in that unsettling vision lies a radical kind of clarity: the story of Earth does not end with us.
Mountain Night Mountain Day
Mountain Night Mountain Day uncovers how the fascinating animals of the mountains live around the clock. Hidden animals in each page spread make this a fun and interactive book for children!
Plastic And Cosmetic Surgery
In a world where the pursuit of beauty and restoration meets science, this seminal work emerges from the shadows of history. Once out of print for decades, it now resurfaces, republished by Alpha Editions, as a beacon of knowledge for both the curious and the learned. This edition is not just a reprint-it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, meticulously restored for today's and future generations. Delve into the early 20th century, a pivotal era that laid the foundations for modern plastic surgery. This comprehensive medical reference book captures the essence of surgical techniques and reconstructive surgery methods, offering insights into the aesthetic enhancement procedures that have shaped the field. It stands as a testament to the historical medical practices that influenced pioneers such as Joseph Murray and Frederick Strange Kolle, whose contributions echo through the corridors of contemporary medicine. Whether you are a medical professional seeking a resource rich in surgical wisdom or a casual reader intrigued by the origins of cosmetic surgery, this book offers an unparalleled glimpse into the past. It serves as both a surgical techniques guide and a cosmetic surgery textbook, making it an invaluable asset for surgeons and students alike. Immerse yourself in the legacy of a discipline that continues to evolve, and discover why this restored edition holds a place of reverence in the annals of medical history.
The Geometry of Life
Beneath the surface of every leaf, seashell, and galaxy lies a hidden code an elegant structure that reveals how the universe organizes itself. From the spiraling arrangement of sunflowers to the branching networks of rivers and lungs, math patterns in nature shape the very fabric of life. This book uncovers the beauty and logic of these designs, showing how Fibonacci spirals in plants, fractals in nature, and symmetry and beauty in science are more than curiosities they are survival strategies, blueprints for efficiency, and timeless inspirations for human imagination. Why does the golden ratio appear in ancient temples and modern art alike? What can biomimicry design principles teach us about solving today s engineering challenges? How does the study of sacred geometry reveal the way cultures across the world found meaning in numbers and shapes? And why does our brain light up with recognition when we discover recurring patterns in music, architecture, or the night sky? This book is written for the curious reader scientists, designers, artists, and anyone who has paused in awe before the symmetry of a snowflake or the elegance of a seashell. With engaging stories, clear explanations, and vivid examples, it bridges disciplines to show how physics patterns in everyday life are deeply connected to art, culture, and creativity. By the final chapter, you won t just notice patterns you ll see the world through them. You will understand why nature s mathematics for designers is not just about beauty, but about function, resilience, and possibility. This isn t abstract theory; it s a practical lens for seeing the hidden architecture of reality and using it to think, create, and live more intelligently.
High Tide
The No Logo of climate change - a book that shows how global warming is not a theory we should still debate, but something that has already happened on a global scale. Climate change is not a concern for the future. It's happening right now. In this book - based on the latest scientific evidence - the author takes us around the world to show the impact of global warming already being felt in people's lives. From sand-buried houses in China to thawing Alaskan plains, the author witnesses some of the worst effects of climate change at first hand. Some, like the floods in the UK, are near home. Others - like the drowning Pacific island of Tuvalu - are a world away from the exhaust pipes and factory chimneys that are actually causing global warming. But this isn't simply an inventory of disaster, it's a wry look at how people around the globe are coping as their world changes at unprecedented speed. In the process, the author eats whale blubber in Alaska, swims in shark-infested waters off the Great Barrier Reef and struggles to the top of Andean peaks in Peru. An adventure with a conscience and an argument with an urgent purpose, High Tide is an extremely important book.
Chromatin Architecture and Human Health
Our DNA gets wrapped into a highly compact structure with the help of proteins. This structure is commonly referred to as Chromatin, which during cell division takes the shape of chromosomes. This book is a collection of various articles I and many of my collaborators have authored together. Besides discussing how the DNA gets assembled into chromatin, and how different factors regulate the dynamic nature of chromatin, these articles also discuss how chromatin behaves when DNA is damaged and repaired. Readers will also learn how transcription is regulated at the chromatin level. We often hear that if our DNA is damaged, it will cause a disease. It is true, but the manifestation of any DNA damage in a disease will depend on the context of the DNA that is damaged. Luckily the bulk of our DNA is non-coding and non-regulatory in nature, so we hardly feel the effect of these mutations, which happen daily. However, if it happens in the coding and the regulatory sequences it may or may not cause a disease. In this scenario, it will depend on the nature of the mutation and how severely it impacts gene expression and protein structure. Nature has provided us with all kinds of safety gear when it comes to protecting the most precious cargo of our cells, the DNA. Thus, there are various repair pathways to deal with different types of damage but at the same time, DNA damage tolerance mechanisms tolerate some damage in order to avoid bigger catastrophe. The stability of our DNA is also threatened by the transposable elements. But again nature has provided us means to safeguard against these elements. This book has attempted to cover all these fascinating aspects of our genome. I am hopeful that the readers will enjoy reading these articles and enhance their knowledge of the molecule that the existence of the whole living world depends on. Our DNA gets wrapped into a highly compact structure with the help of proteins. This structure is commonly referred to as Chromatin, which during cell division takes the shape of chromosomes. This book is a collection of various articles I and many of my collaborators have authored together.
Synthesis, Phytochemicals and Herbal Medicine Relevance of Plant Melanin
We all know melanin as the pigment that gives color to human skin, hair, and eyes-but did you know plants produce melanin too? Often overlooked, this mysterious dark pigment in plants (called phytomelanin) plays surprising roles in nature, from shielding seeds from harsh sunlight to helping plants fight off diseases. This book uncovers the fascinating world of plant melanin-how it's made, why it matters, and how traditional healers and modern scientists are tapping into its healing powers. Research suggests it may hold the key to powerful antioxidants, natural anti-inflammatory remedies, and even potential cancer-fighting compounds. Could this overlooked plant pigment become the next big breakthrough in herbal medicine and natural health?
Basic Biostatistics
Basic Biostatistics for Healthcare Professionals offers a comprehensive introduction to the essential principles of biostatistics, designed specifically for those working in the healthcare field. In the dynamic and ever-evolving field of healthcare, the ability to make informed decisions is paramount. One of the cornerstones of informed decision-making is a robust understanding of biostatistics. As healthcare professionals, you are continuously navigating through a vast array of data, from clinical trial results and patient outcomes to epidemiological studies and health surveys. The ability to interpret and apply statistical information accurately can significantly impact patient care, public health strategies, and medical research. This book, Basic Biostatistics for Healthcare Professionals, is designed to bridge the gap between statistical theory and practical application in the healthcare context. Whether you are a physician, nurse, pharmacist, researcher, or any other professional working in the health sector, this book aims to provide you with a foundational understanding of biostatistics tailored to your needs. Our goal is to demystify biostatistics and present it in a clear, accessible manner. We will start with the fundamental concepts and gradually build up to more complex ideas, all while emphasizing real-world applications. Each chapter is crafted to address common statistical challenges faced in healthcare and to equip you with the tools necessary to interpret and utilize data effectively. It is important to note that while this book provides a solid foundation in biostatistics, the field is vast and continually evolving. We encourage you to approach this text with curiosity and an open mind, and to seek further resources as you advance in your career.
Tilapia Farming Problems by Pesticides and Reduction Cost Production, Using Water Hyacinth as Fed
The demand for protein foods in developing countries has increasing in the last years; this is due to an increase in their population and a decrease in family income, caused by an imbalance of food resources between low-income countries and countries with surpluses; therefore, is necessary a better distribution. Mexico and other developing countries, have a high consumption of foods rich in carbohydrates, but low in protein; then a solution for this problem, could be to increase the production of protein foods, such as tilapia, since its culture is relatively easy and inexpensive. According to the Mexican government, in 2023 the tilapia aquaculture production was over to 21,000 metric tons, which benefited to thousands of families, since the tilapias are mainly for self-consumption, improving a protein-rich diet for their inhabitants.On the other hand, the developing countries have increased their production of corn, wheat, rice, cassava, etc. means an excessive use of pesticides, which has caused contamination and environmental deterioration of soil, water, and food. Moreover, Mexico and other developing countries have not able to eradicate some diseases such as Malaria, Chikungunya, Leishmaniosis; therefore, the governments have opted by pesticides use, to combat the mosquitoes and other vectors who transmit these diseases. Consequently, the pesticides residues contaminate the water, food consumed by the population, particularly in rural zones. This work is a compilation of two researches, realized between 2022 and 2023. The first one, show the problems caused by the pesticides on the immune system of tilapias and the accumulation of these compounds in the fish tissues which could cause the same problems in the persons. The second work presents the advantages of using an aquatic plant, which is considered by some people, as "undesirable" since it can cover part of the water bodies and cause eutrophication and fishing difficulty. This plant is water hyacinth, which after an uncomplicated process of drying and fermentation, can substituted around 30% of commercial feed, and then, to reduce the production cost for tilapia farmers.
The Reboot Development
Reboot Development: The Economics of a Livable Planet explores how the foundational endowments of land, air, and water--long taken for grante--are now under growing threat, putting at risk the very progress they helped create. For generations, these natural systems have powered development, supporting health, food, energy, and economic opportunity. But today, the strains on these systems are intensifying. This report argues that maintaining a livable planet is not merely an environmental concern, but an economic necessity. Drawing on new data and analysis, the report reveals how nature's decline is reshaping economic outcomes. The loss of natural forests dries soils, reduces rainfall, and weakens resilience to drought; disrupting food and energy production and costing billions in lost output. The nitrogen paradox is laid bare: while synthetic fertilizers have boosted food production, inefficient overuse use now harms yields and pollutes ecosystems. And the silent toll of air pollution on health, productivity, and cognitive performance continues to mount. These costs are often hidden, but as the report shows, they are too large to ignore. Yet the message is not one of constraint but of possibility. The wealth of nature is a source of prosperity. When stewarded wisely, it can drive growth, create jobs, and enhance resilience. The report outlines a pragmatic agenda for action.
A Handbook Of Systematic Botany
Rediscover the living logic of plants a timeless guide that shaped modern plant science. A Handbook of Systematic Botany by Eugenius Warming is a masterful plant classification handbook that transforms bewildering diversity into clear, elegant order. This richly detailed botanical reference book walks readers from foundational plant morphology to the principles of botanical taxonomy and plant systematics. Warming s lucid explanations and systematic keys make this botany textbook both an essential botanical study guide for students and a captivating plant identification manual for nature lovers. With concise descriptions, illustrative examples, and practical classification tools, it remains a cornerstone botanical research guide and plant science book for anyone serious about plant identification and taxonomy. Historically significant, Warming s work helped codify modern ecological and systematic approaches; it influenced generations of botanists and marked a turning point in botanical education. Out of print for decades, this volume has now been lovingly restored and republished by Alpha Editions. This edition is not merely a reprint it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure, restored for today s and future generations with care that honors the original text. Perfect for casual readers curious about the natural world and classic literature collectors seeking a restored scientific classic, this plant classification handbook is both an educational resource and a piece of scientific heritage. Keywords: Systematic botany guide, Eugenius Warming botany, plant classification handbook, botanical taxonomy, plant systematics book, botany textbook, botanical study guide, plant identification manual, botanical reference book, botany educational resource, plant science book, botanical research guide.
Beyond the Edge
What could Canada look like in 2050?ReconciliationReconnectionRegenerationLearn from acclaimed social scientist, Ann Dale. Developed over 25 years, this framework for a climate safe Canada takes you step-by-step through building regenerative resilience in your community. It's a vision to create the future to be socially just, culturally rich, spiritually fulfilling, ecologically regenerative and economically circular. We now have the knowledge to transform human and natural wellbeing, recognizing we are inextricably interconnected with Nature. You will learn how to push for change individually and collectively. The book offers world-changing solutions to leap beyond the edge towards sustainable futures. We now have the potential to transform humanity's relationship with the planet and create a regenerative future-a new story.Bonds between people, nature and belonging are rich with layers of emotion. Each chapter of the book is illuminated with an original painting by Nancyanne Cowell, well regarded as one of Canada's powerful atmospheric landscape painters. The paintings are an expression of love for living things and an inspired vision of the eternal.
Beyond the Edge
What could Canada look like in 2050?ReconciliationReconnectionRegenerationLearn from acclaimed social scientist, Ann Dale. Developed over 25 years, this framework for a climate safe Canada takes you step-by-step through building regenerative resilience in your community. It's a vision to create the future to be socially just, culturally rich, spiritually fulfilling, ecologically regenerative and economically circular. We now have the knowledge to transform human and natural wellbeing, recognizing we are inextricably interconnected with Nature. You will learn how to push for change individually and collectively. The book offers world-changing solutions to leap beyond the edge towards sustainable futures. We now have the potential to transform humanity's relationship with the planet and create a regenerative future-a new story.Bonds between people, nature and belonging are rich with layers of emotion. Each chapter of the book is illuminated with an original painting by Nancyanne Cowell, well regarded as one of Canada's powerful atmospheric landscape painters. The paintings are an expression of love for living things and an inspired vision of the eternal.
Computational Approaches to Endocannabinoid Deficiency
Computational Approaches to Endocannabinoid Deficiency: A Focus on Minor Cannabinoids delves into the promising but underexplored realm of minor cannabinoids like CBG, CBC, and CBN, which remain largely inaccessible in the context of diseases associated with endocannabinoid deficiency (CECD). While THC and CBD have garnered significant attention for their therapeutic potential, this book explores the potential of these lesser-known cannabinoids as future drug candidates. Using advanced computational methods, the book identifies critical structural features of minor cannabinoids and their interactions with CB1 and CB2 receptors, offering valuable insights into their role as targeted therapies for CECD. Through molecular dynamics simulations, it opens the door for further experimental research and innovation in cannabinoid-based treatments. A must-read for those seeking cutting-edge solutions in cannabinoid therapeutics and endocannabinoid deficiency.
Nrf1, serving as a Highly-Conserved Determinon for Robust Redox Homeostasis
Differential and even opposing functions of two major antioxidant transcription factors Nrf1 and Nrf2 (encoded by Nfe2l1 and Nfe2l2, respectively) are determined by distinctions in their tempospatial positioning, topological repartitioning, proteolytic processing, and biochemical modification, as well as in their shared evolutionary origin. As a matter of fact, the allelopathic potentials of Nrf1 and Nrf2 (both resembling two entangled 'Yin-Yang' quanta that comply with a dialectic law of the unity of opposites) are fulfilled to coordinately control redox physiological homeostasis so as to be maintained within the presetting thresholds. By putative exponential curves of redox stress and intrinsic anti-redox capability, there is inferable to exist a set point at approaching zero with the 'Golden Mean' for the healthy survival (i.e., dubbed the 'zero theory'). A bulk of the hitherto accumulating evidence demonstrates that the set point of redox homeostasis is dictated selectively by multi-hierarchical threshold settings, in which the living fossil-like Nrf1 acts as a robust indispensable determinon, whereas Nrf2 serves as a versatile chameleon-like master regulon, in governing the redox homeodynamic ranges. This is attributable to the facts that Nrf2 has exerted certain 'double-edged sword' effects on life process, whereas Nrf1 executes its essential physiobiological functions, along with unique pathophysiological phenotypes, by integrating its 'three-in-one' roles elicited as a specific triplet of direct sensor, transducer and effector within multi-hierarchical stress responsive signaling to redox metabolism and target gene reprogramming. Here, we also critically reviewed redox regulation of physio-pathological functions from the eco-evo-devo perspectives, through those coding rules (redox code, stress-coping code, and topogenetic code). The evolving concepts on stress and redox stress were also further revisited by scientific principles of physics and chemistry, apart from two novel concepts of 'oncoprotists' and 'reverse central dogma' being introduced in this interdisciplinary and synthetic review.
The Influence of Topography on Structural Dynamics
Structural stability is a critical challenge in river-adjacent environments, where dynamic topographical and environmental forces shape engineering possibilities. This book delves deep into the intricacies of Soil-Structure Interaction (SSI), focusing on the impact of slopes, soil saturation, seismic forces, and hydrological dynamics on the performance and resilience of structures. Combining cutting-edge geotechnical data analysis, finite element modeling, and empirical case studies, this comprehensive resource explores how buildings respond to the unique risks posed by proximity to riverbanks. From settlement and lateral displacement to erosion-induced instability, the findings provide actionable recommendations for adaptive foundation designs and resilient construction practices.
AI and ML in Healthcare Transforming The Future of Medicine and Operations
Unlock the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in healthcare operations! This groundbreaking study dives deep into how AI and ML are reshaping the industry-optimizing workflows, reducing costs, and enhancing patient outcomes. From predictive analytics to automated processes, discover practical insights and real-world applications that address the most pressing challenges in healthcare management today. Whether you're a healthcare professional, researcher, or tech enthusiast, this book is your guide to understanding and leveraging cutting-edge technologies for a smarter, more efficient healthcare future.
Magnum Opus-Our Future
In recent years, humanity has been gifted with excellence in scientific research and innovative leaders who have produced, discovered, invented, and executed radical technological breakthroughs. These remarkable converging technologies, woven with artificial intelligence (AI) integration, 3D printing, self-driving machines, and augmented and virtual reality embedded with touch-based interfaces are leading humanity into a future that embodies our highest aspirations. In a comprehensive presentation that invites others to imagine a world where innovation is limitless, compassion guides actions, and everyone influences the future, Dr. Amar Kapoor explores the transformative changes facing humanity due to rapid technology, social dynamics, and global challenges. While emphasizing the integration of AI in our lives and the importance of individual agency in effecting meaningful change, Dr. Kapoor offers insights into the choices we face today and the extraordinary potential we hold collectively to envision a future where hope, purpose, and progress converge. Magnum Opus-Our Future offers a roadmap for sustainability, reformation, and transformation as innovation leads humanity to collaboratively create a bright future full of immense possibilities.
Earth's Climate Response to a Changing Sun
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Climate Change in America
Climate Change in America: Ecosystems and Policy by Oliver Brooks is a timely and incisive exploration of the United States' role in the global climate crisis. Drawing from science, history, and policy analysis, Brooks reveals the intricate web connecting environmental, economic, and social systems - both within America and across the globe .The book journeys from the science underpinning climate change to the endangered biodiversity of America, the disproportionate risks faced by vulnerable populations, and the stark regional variations in climate impacts . It examines decades of federal and state environmental policy, highlighting the differences in climate strategies between Republican and Democratic administrations, while also considering the country's evolving position in international negotiations .Brooks argues for a fundamentally global lens, showing that American climate policy is inseparable from international cooperation, equity principles, and reciprocal learning between nations Through a balanced yet urgent narrative, he underscores the pressing need for transparent leadership, public engagement, and accurate media representation of climate challenges .For policymakers, researchers, activists, and concerned citizens, Climate Change in America offers both an unflinching diagnosis of the problem and a roadmap for collaborative, effective solutions. This is more than a call to action - it is a guide to aligning domestic priorities with the global urgency of our shared future.
A New Approach to Forecasting
The greatest original work on forecasting ever published. By a master of the post-Kalman era. Professor O'Reilly brings a lifetime's engineering experience, and not a little scholarship, to an enduring problem. The result: a completely new theory of filtering and prediction for causal dynamical system models subject to significant disturbance uncertainty. Any causal dynamical system model can be used.No a priori knowledge of the model uncertainties is required. Estimation of uncertain dynamical systems, it turns out, is a modelling problem. With necessary model validation. The criterion for high-fidelity signal reconstruction is how closely the signal estimates resemble the measured output data of the actual dynamical system.In contradistinction to the Kalman off-line nominal design approach, the causal estimation approach is an on-line model tuning approach. This physical approach places estimation of dynamical systems on an experimental footing, akin to classical physics and engineering. And closer to present day industrial practice. Both causal and Kalman approaches are evaluated within twentieth century filtering and prediction theory. The new estimator is completely general, non-statistical, and very easy to use.
Regulating International Trade in Wildlife
The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) was one of the first in a new wave of global multilateral environmental agreements (MEAs) formed after the 1972 United Nations Conference on the Human Environment. It is widely recognized as being one of the most successful biodiversity MEAs.Regulating International Trade in Wildlife: 50 Years of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora represents the first published history of the Convention to coincide with the 50th anniversary of its entry into force. It examines the context under which the Convention was created, and charts the development of its internal organization, including its governing and intersessional bodies and its secretariat, and the personalities that built them.CITES' business is about the conservation of species affected by international trade. This book reviews the application of CITES to whales, the African elephant, crocodilians, vicu簽a, timber and tree species, fish and other marine species. The Convention's compliance framework is arguably its most pre-eminent feature. The book looks at the way that key obligations on Parties have been identified, the standards of implementation set, what efforts are made to help Parties comply with these, and what sanctions are taken against Parties that fail to implement them.Finally, the author offers some personal reflections on the successes and failures of CITES, based on his 40 years of engagement with the Convention, and looks ahead to how it might develop in its second half-century. Regulating International Trade in Wildlife: 50 Years of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora is of great interest to wildlife scientists, including conservationists, historians, biologists, as well as environmental scientists and non-governmental organizations.FEATURES: Tracks the history of the development of CITES, its forerunners, origins, negotiation and entry into force Reviews the internal development of the Convention and its place in the wider debate about environmental security Is extensively referenced from primary research of the Convention's archives Offers incisive analysis of its successes and failures
The Old and New Persistent Organic Pollutants
Our understanding of persistent organic pollutants (POPs), their exposure pathways, and their impact on the environment and human health is constantly evolving and the list of new and emerging POPs is constantly changing. This book provides a comprehensive coverage of new and old hazardous chemicals, their physical and chemical properties, their breakdown products, their fate in the environment, and the environmental and human risk impact. It discusses global policies based on the United Nations' FAO frameworks, explains the severity of contamination, and raises awareness on the assessment and remediation of contaminated sites in developed and developing countries.Features: Provides a broad temporal perspective on POPs with contributions from a global team of experts. Covers chemistry, toxicology, remediation, regulation, and conventions related to POPs. Explains systematically the fate and behavior of POPs and their effect on the environment and ultimately the impact on human health. Brings together for the first time information on global policies on POPs. Includes case studies that detail assessment criteria of old and new POPs as well as remediation technologies This book is an excellent resource for professionals, researchers, academics, and students who work in or study environmental risk assessment and remediation.The Open Access version of this book, available at http: //www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license.
Energetics of the Climate System
Energetics of the Climate System is derived from a course taught by Herv矇 Le Treut, who has been delivering this lecture series for decades to students at institutions such as the ?cole Normale Sup矇rieure, ?cole Polytechnique, and Sorbonne University, along with students from other international institutions. This book offers a comprehensive understanding of the intricate energetics driving the Earth's climate system. The goal was not only to capture the depth and complexity of this subject, but also to preserve the pedagogical brilliance and unique storytelling style of Herv矇 Le Treut. This work stands as both a tribute to his remarkable contributions and a reflection of his passion for teaching, having mentored generations of climatologists, engineers, and economists, many of whom - including the co-author Mounia Mostefaoui - have greatly benefited from his guidance. The text retains elements of an oral presentation to evoke the professor's distinctive voice and teaching approach. The book is structured into five chapters, each independent and deeply interconnected, and is complemented by an appendix of exercises to reinforce its material.
Ecology for the 21st Century
Ecology for the 21st Century is a comprehensive, beginner-friendly, introductory textbook that provides students with an ecological perspective on our changing world. Suitable for both non-majors and majors-level ecology courses, this textbook presents clear and wide ranging coverage, including many current examples and topics. Applying a student-centric approach with dynamic examples and case studies, the book's ecological principles emerge through topics students care to learn more about. The 'twin-evils' of atmospheric carbon and ocean acidification are explored through investigations on the health of coral reef ecosystems. In addition, populations and species dynamics are introduced using classical modeling parameters. This textbook drives home the delicate balance of the natural world through regional issues surrounding endangered versus invasive species. Themes of resource acquisition, adaptation, and evolution of species are reinforced throughout, encouraging students to envision an ecologically driven world.
Toward Sustainable Environmental Education
Details topics relevant to sustainable education. Considers environmental education, social and cultural implications of climate science, education and sustainable development, sustainable education, new technology in education, and more.
Exposure Assessment and Health Effects Due to Ionizing and Non-Ionizing Radiation
This book describes and outlines exposure scenarios of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation in occupational and residential settings within the African continent, where technological developments and mining activities are the main sources of radiation exposure. To better understand these exposure scenarios, this book focusses on all exposure aspects of both ionizing and non-ionizing radiation from an African perspective.This book Covers occupational and residential exposure to ionizing radiation emanat-ing from mining activities, particularly from an African perspective Explores exposure to radon and uranium from abundant mines and tailings Reviews non-ionizing radiation exposure assessments for communication and power sources Discusses health effects of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation among the general public Examines health effects of exposure to mining, electric utility, and communication device operations This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in bioengineering and environmental health, and radiobiology.
Land, Wind, and Hard Words
In the early 1990s anthropologist John Sherry lived with Leroy Jackson and Adella Begaye, leaders of Din矇 CARE, a Navajo organization dedicated to protecting the environment and its links to Navajo culture. Land, Wind, and Hard Words is his account of the founding, activities, and evolution of Din矇 CARE, whose original mission was to protect the Navajo forest from the ravages of industrial logging. Sherry's intimate account of the daily lives of this group of activists reminds us of the threats facing local communities and the people trying to defend them. Not least among these threats are the many demands of the "outside world." From meetings with lawyers or do-gooder environmentalists to the cutthroat world of fundraising, every encounter with outsiders affects the work, draining time and resources away from direct participation with the community and even affecting the way activists think.
Too Good to Be True
On January 23, 1995, British Columbia's then premier announced that he was cancelling Alcan's Kemano Completion Project. But is such a simple political announcement all it will take to cancel this $1.4 billion hydro megaproject? Many tough questions remain: about who will pay for the cost of cancelling this megaproject, already half-completed at the time of Mike Harcourt's announcement; about whether or not binding legal contracts dating from 1950 and 1987, between Alcan and the governments of Canada and British Columbia can be broken by a simple political decision; and about why Alcan has fought so hard to preserve a project which makes absolutely no sense, either economically or environmentally. This book outlines the 45-year history of Alcan's industrial activities in British Columbia, uncovers the back-room political deals that have made those activities possible, and discusses the roles Canada's federal and provincial governments must play in their attempts to reverse the dangerous precedents that the Alcan deals have set. It also examines the consequences for Canada and North America if these governments fail to address responsibly the mess that they themselves have created. This book is a must-read for those who wish to remain informed on the question of who is to control North America's vital water and power resources in the twenty-first century.
New Mexico Vegetation
Originally published in 1993 and now available for the first time in paperback, this book remains one of the few authoritative vegetation compilations for a western state. It is the first comprehensive study of the biological history and evolution of New Mexico's vegetation and includes a detailed account of the distribution of plant communities in the state today.Discussed are the following major types of vegetation: tundra and coniferous forest, woodland and savanna, grassland, scrubland, riparian, and wetlands. For each type, information is provided on the principal plant species. In addition, for each vegetation type special attention is given to describing how plants sharing a common location interact and, in particular, how human activity impacts on each type. Much of New Mexico's vegetation is in some stage of succession as a result of human-initiated disturbances such as fire, logging, and livestock grazing. The book ends with a detailed description of species of special concern and what is being done to preserve examples of vegetation types within the state.A map of the state's vegetation, including types not found on existing maps, accompanies the book. The classifications of vegetation employed here are easily recognizable in the field, which makes them of greater use to the public as well as to resource managers, researchers, and students.
Nature's Hygiene
Explore the intersection of nature and cleanliness in Charles Thomas Kingzett's "Nature's Hygiene." This historically significant work delves into the principles of hygiene as understood through the lens of the natural world. Kingzett examines how natural processes and elements contribute to maintaining health and preventing disease. Discover insights into early environmental science and public health perspectives, offering a fascinating glimpse into the historical understanding of cleanliness and its relationship to the environment. A valuable read for those interested in the history of science, environmental studies, and the evolution of hygiene practices.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Story of CO2 Is the Story of Everything
"Ambitious, absorbing... Brannen is an effusive, maximalist writer, a mind vividly alive on the page... and his arguments, like his writing, are hugely compelling."--The New York Times Book Review How carbon dioxide made planet Earth, shaped human history, and now holds our future in the balanceEvery year, we are dangerously warping the climate by putting gigantic amounts of carbon dioxide into the air. But CO2 isn't merely the by-product of burning fossil fuels--it is also fundamental to how our planet works. All life is ultimately made from CO2, and it has kept Earth bizarrely habitable for hundreds of millions of years. In short, it is the most important substance on Earth. But how is it that CO2 is as essential to life on Earth as it is capable of destroying it?In The Story of CO2 Is the Story of Everything, award- winning science journalist Peter Brannen reveals how carbon dioxide's movement through rocks, air, water, and life has kept our planet's climate livable, its air breathable, and its oceans hospitable to complex life. Starting at the dawn of life almost 4 billion years ago, and working all the way up through today's global climate crisis and beyond, he illuminates how CO2 has been responsible for the planet's many deaths and rebirths, for shaping the evolution of life, and for the development of modern human society. And he argues that it's only by reckoning with this planetary-scale history that we can understand the cosmic stakes of our current moment on Earth--and how dangerous our experiment with the climate really is.Drawing on groundbreaking research and with a clear- eyed perspective, Brannen shows how a deep exploration of the carbon cycle can shed light on the way forward for humanity as we try to avert environmental catastrophe in the future. And it all begins with a richer understanding of the critical role of CO2 in our world.
Microbial Degradation of Fuel Oxygenates Under Aerobic Conditions
This research determined the rate and extent of aerobic biodegradation of fuel oxygenates ethyl tert butyl ether (ETBE), tert amyl methyl ether (TAME), and ethyl alcohol (ethanol). Biodegradation was measured using gas chromatography (GC), respirometry, and biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) tests. Additionally, the research determined the effects of toluene on degradation rates. This microcosm study used a microbial consortium obtained from a petroleum refinery wastewater treatment facility. Respirometry data were collected from chambers containing pure oxygenates, or oxygenate/toluene mixtures. Samples were withdrawn periodically for GC analysis. Aerobic conditions were maintained in the chambers at all times. The five-day BOD test was conducted separately using Standard Methods. Degradation of oxygenates was compared to degradation of toluene, assuming first order decay. Across all experiments TAME degraded at 8.57% the rate of toluene. Similarly, ETBE degraded at 7.86% the rate of toluene. Ethanol was significantly faster, degrading at 158.26% the rate of toluene. GC and respirometry were the most suitable methods for measuring degradation. The BOD5 test provided acceptable results for toluene and ethanol, but not for the slower degrading oxygenates. Finally, the presence of toluene slowed the degradation of both ETBE and TAME.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Retrospective Geospatial Modeling of PM10 Exposures From Open Burning at Joint Base Balad, Iraq
Predicting, determining, and linking theater-related source-specific exposures to health effects has proven difficult. The purpose of this research is to delineate retrospective exposure zones using spatially interpolated particulate air sampling point data from Joint Base Balad, create burn pit exposure isopleths from dispersion model outputs, and merge into a combined exposure model in GIS. Interpolated monitoring results and dispersion modeled results were combined to compare modeled exposures across base. Burn pit contribution to total PM10 was also modeled. The combined dispersion and interpolation map showed elevated concentrations within a 1 kilometer buffer of the burn pit. Buildings within this area were identified by geoprocessing. The east side of the base receives greater burn pit-specific PM10, compared to the west side. The west side showed high ambient PM10 from monitoring results, but it is unclear whether this was due to spatial or temporal effects. High temporal variability highlights the need for temporally representative sampling across the geographical area throughout the year. It was shown that source-specific individual exposure can be estimated with dispersion model isopleth maps and individual time-activity patterns. All modeling performed can all be refined with improved estimates of emission rates.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Food Systems and Biodiversity in the Context of Environmental and Climate Risks
Part of the CERES publication series, this book explores the critical nexus between food systems, biodiversity, and climate resilience. Through a multi-regional analysis, it examines how environmental and climate changes--driven by unsustainable agriculture, land-use shifts, and pollution--disrupt ecosystems and threaten food security. Grounded in empirical research, particularly from Asia and Africa, it highlights biodiversity's role in sustaining food systems and presents nature-based solutions such as agroecology, land restoration, and the integration of traditional knowledge with scientific innovation. A valuable resource for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners, this volume takes a systems-based approach to managing trade-offs, fostering synergies, and driving sustainable food and climate strategies.
Revelations of a Post-Pandemic World
It is undeniable that we live in a world of rapid and unexpected change. From technology to culture, the world has been evolving at an unprecedented rate. This book is an analysis on how this change was amplified based on the study of many critical areas of health, industry, and commerce, and how these areas were impacted and modified by the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, this book is also a deep dive into the different implications that the pandemic posed and the global rippling effects.
Blue Kinships
Blue Kinship contributes to the emergent movement of ideas and practices that are interpreting the ocean as a conceptual and physical space for reconsidering our relationship with the complex, heterogeneous and mutable ecological systems of the Anthropocene; and, in consideration of the drastic and dramatic changes affecting the ocean's health, is working toward a paradigm change in consideration of the socio-cultural connection with the sea. Tightening the link between society and the ocean cannot be achieved by technological solutions alone, but requires a multidisciplinary understanding of the ocean's influence on the more-than-human society, and of society on the ocean. This book includes cross-cutting, theoretical analyses, methodological descriptions and case studies across the social and natural research that puts the ocean at the core of all global health to feed the emergent socio-cultural geography of the sea and marine social science perspectives.
Principles and Methods of Pocket Park Planning and Design
This book focuses on the planning and design methods of pocket parks in the disciplines of urban planning and landscape architecture. It fills the gap in the current pocket park planning by innovatively exploring the service mechanism and planning methods of the pocket parks to alleviate the scarcity of outdoor recreational spaces in the high-density environments. This book integrates the results of previous research and our latest research results. Taking urban renewal as the planning scenario, the book systematically introduces the basic characteristics of mini-parks, planning principles and methods, and development promotion and assurance strategies. This book is used as a textbook for planning and design courses, as well as a professional reference book for urban planners and landscape architects. The authors have also made great efforts to use simple language and a large number of visual illustrations in the text. Through these approaches, the authors expected that the publication of this book would not only facilitate teaching and practical application, but also attract more interest and attention from ordinary people, and motivate them to actively participate in the planning, design, and management of mini-parks around them. Only when this goal is achieved, can the original value of mini-park development be finally realized.
Mega Watts To Mega Recycling
"Mega Watts to Mega Recycling" is an eye-opening deep dive into the hidden side of the clean energy revolution. Emilie Oxel O'Leary, a national leader in the solar industry and CEO of Green Clean Solar, pulls back the curtain on a pressing environmental crisis: the mounting waste generated by solar panels, wind turbines, and renewable infrastructure once they reach the end of their useful life.But the problem goes far beyond just solar panels. This book explores the full scope of solar waste-damaged racking systems, broken inverters, corroded wiring, spent batteries, discarded packaging, and shipping materials-all of which are too often sent to landfills. As the pace of solar installations accelerates, so does the volume of this overlooked waste stream, threatening to undermine the very sustainability goals the industry was built on.Drawing from her decades of experience in solar construction and decommissioning, Emilie combines insider knowledge, hard data, and real-life stories from the field to raise awareness and offer practical solutions. She makes the case for a circular approach to clean energy-one that includes proper recycling infrastructure, smarter design, and end-of-life planning from day one."Mega Watts to Mega Recycling" is a must-read for solar developers, environmentalists, policymakers, and anyone committed to a truly sustainable energy future. This is more than a wake-up call-it's a blueprint for the responsible evolution of renewable energy industry
Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR) Investigation of Limestones and Their Calcines and Correlation With Reactivity With Acid Gases
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was introduced on December 2, 1970 by President Richard Nixon. The agency is charged with protecting human health and the environment, by writing and enforcing regulations based on laws passed by Congress. The EPA's struggle to protect health and the environment is seen through each of its official publications. These publications outline new policies, detail problems with enforcing laws, document the need for new legislation, and describe new tactics to use to solve these issues. This collection of publications ranges from historic documents to reports released in the new millennium, and features works like: Bicycle for a Better Environment, Health Effects of Increasing Sulfur Oxides Emissions Draft, and Women and Environmental Health.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Drinking Water Criteria Document for Glyphosate Final
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was introduced on December 2, 1970 by President Richard Nixon. The agency is charged with protecting human health and the environment, by writing and enforcing regulations based on laws passed by Congress. The EPA's struggle to protect health and the environment is seen through each of its official publications. These publications outline new policies, detail problems with enforcing laws, document the need for new legislation, and describe new tactics to use to solve these issues. This collection of publications ranges from historic documents to reports released in the new millennium, and features works like: Bicycle for a Better Environment, Health Effects of Increasing Sulfur Oxides Emissions Draft, and Women and Environmental Health.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
