Books published by Elsevier Science & Technology

Provides a review of rare earth carbides, emphasizing the thermodynamics, phase diagrams, crystal structures and physical properties. This book deals with the preparation, structure, chemical and physical properties of heavy-metal fluoride glasses. It explores the chemical kinetics of solvent and ligand exchange in aqueous lanthanide solutions.

It has been said more than once in psychology that one person's effect is another person's error term. This book examines what we can learn about general and universal phenomena in cognition and its brain substrates from examining the odd, the rare, the transient, the exceptional and the abnormal.

Presents a comprehensive review of the field of theoretical and applied mechanics.

Suitable for food scientists, medical researchers, analytical and synthetic organic chemists, chefs, and those involved with, and interested in, food and food flavours in general, this title offers a collection of papers covering various aspects of an important group of botanicals which have long been used to improve the flavor of food.

Covers carbodhydrate analysis and structure; carbohydrates in medicine and glycopathology; structure, function, application and protein engineering of carbohydrate active enzymes; oligo- and polysaccharides of industrial interest; and production of carbohydrates containing new materials.

This volume covers topics including: DNA fingerprinting of fish; the cytochromes P450 in fish; the molecular biology of bacterial fish disease; the origins of the diversity and distribution of antifreeze proteins. It provides information from both theoretical and experimental angles.

Presents digital image processing and recognition methods, implementation techniques and advanced applications such as television, remote sensing, biomedicine, traffic, inspection, and robotics. This book describes various approaches (such as digital transforms and neural networks) for solving 2-D and 3-D problems.

Focuses on the interaction between elemental metals and (in)organic ligands in different reaction conditions. This book generalizes the information in the area of direct reactions leading to the coordination and organometallic reactions.

Talks about partial differential equations, ranging from the abstract theory of gradient flows to stochastic representations of non-linear parabolic PDE's. This work considers more concrete probelms relating to specific applications.

Features the proceedings of the 2005 les Houches summer school on Mathematical Statistical Physics which give an overview on this fast developing area of interest to both physicists and mathematicians. This book also presents an introduction to the field of math with many interdisciplinary connections in physics, biology, and computer science.

Demonstrates that many comprehensive environmental studies can successfully be carried out when the computations are correctly organized. This book helps the reader to understand that, while it is important to select fast numerical methods, it is important to develop parallel codes. It investigates the trends related to high levels of pollution.

DNA (sometimes referred to as the molecule of life), is the most interesting and most important of all molecules. This book deals with the electrochemistry of DNA and RNA and to the development of sensors for detecting DNA damage and DNA hybridization. It covers the methods of electrochemical analysis of nucleic acids and proteins.

Covers selected papers that were presented by participants at a 'Wetland Invitational' held in Columbus Ohio, USA in May 2003. This book addresses management approaches for wetland conservation, creation and restoration.

The Late Devonian and Permian-Triassic intervals are among the most dynamic episodes of Earth history. This volume provides models for the mid-Late Devonian and Permian-Triassic mass extinction episodes. It highlights several analytical approaches for developing quantitative datasets.

Dedicated to the multiple aspects, that is, biological, physical and computational of DNA and RNA molecules. This book is divided into three sections which include an introduction to biochemistry and biology of nucleic acids, and cover the biophysics of DNA and RNA. It also provides an overview of the structure and function of DNA and RNA.

'Cognitive psychology', 'cognitive neuroscience', and 'philosophy of mind' are names for three different scientific fields, but they label aspects of the same scientific goal: to understand the nature of mental phenomena. This book presents views from the different disciplines on the theory of mental models.

Galactic rotation of celestial bodies causes cyclicity that is also reflected on a smaller scale in the proper Earth. This book presents the consequences of the earth's cyclic phenomena in the long-term cycles which affect the origin and further evolution of sedimentary basins. It provides information on basin development; cyclicity; and more.

Magnetism is one of the most intriguing phenomena observed in nature. Magnetism is relevant to physics and geology, biology and chemistry. This book deals with scientific highlights. It describes genuine organic molecular ferromagnets.

Part of "Comprehensive Biochemistry" series, this book provides a historical and autobiographical perspective of the developments in the field through the contributions of leading individuals who reflect on their careers and their impact on biochemistry.

Extracellular matrix proteins are diseases that are caused by mutations in genes that encode these proteins. This book addresses the biology of various extracellular matrix molecules and their functions in development and disease. It focuses on the subset of proteins that have been shown to be important for development, function, and disease.

Offers an in-depth analysis of various carbon nanotechnologies from both fundamental and practical perspectives. This work compiles the practical applications of carbon nanotechnologies from polymer-carbon nanocomposites to sensors. It also offers an analysis of various carbon nanotechnologies from both fundamental and practical perspectives.

Cellular polarization is key to all cellular functions. This book examines the different aspects in cellular polarization and its researched role in the Drosophila. It covers topics that include: From flies to man: how we are polarized, Marking an embryo work, Cellular polarization at its functional best, and more.

Addresses the contemporary issues related to recombination in filamentous fungi, EST data mining, fungal intervening sequences, gene silencing, DNA damage response in filamentous fungi, cfp genes of Neurospora, and more. This volume analyses the knowledge in the area of hydrophobins and genetic regulation of carotenoid biosynthesis.

Most mathematicians, engineers, and scientists are well-acquainted with theory and application of ordinary differential equations. This book seeks to present Volterra integral and functional differential equations in that same framework. It includes a collection of examples of Liapunov functions.

Contains approximately 2,000 terms covering the origination, development, and evolution of various psychological concepts, as well as the historical definition, analysis, and criticisms of psychological concepts. Aimed at psychologists, this work covers a span of theories, from auditory, cognitive tactile and visual to humor and imagery.

Provides a series of sustainable engineering principles that can help engineers design products and services to meet societal needs with minimal impact on the global ecosystem. Using specific examples and illustrations, this work demonstrates the opportunities for sustainable engineering. It also defines the principles of sustainable engineering.

Oculomotor control of the eyes is the subject of many research projects, and advances in this field are relevant to understanding motor control in general. Part of the "Progress in Brain Research" series, this volume features reviews on the functional neuroanatomy and connectivity of the brain areas involved in controlling eye movements.

Discusses petroleum biorefining and biological upgrade of petroleum. This book addresses demanding production challenges, taking into account energy efficient and environmentally friendly processes, and also looks at the future possibility of implementing fresh refinery systems. It is suitable for students interested in petroleum biotechnology.