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Living in Space: From Science Fiction to the International

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Caprara, Giovanni, PUBLISHER: Firefly Books, Living in space is no longer just a dream. In a few short years, international cooperation between the United States, Russia, Europe, Japan, Canada and Brazil has resulted in man's first successful attempt to live in space. And after many projects and some experimental space stations, like the Russian Salyut and Mir or the American Skylab, we are almost ready to launch the Great International Base, a stable space station geared towards the future. As large as a football field, this engineering masterpiece is scheduled for completion in . It will host six people, and astronauts of every nationality are expected to do extensive traveling to and from the station in orbit. Many scientific studies will be conducted on board and even more eagerly anticipated are the preparations for the great journey to Mars that will begin soon after. "Living in Space" tells the story of the orbital pioneers of the past and the fascinating future that now lies open before us. It narrates this century old story that combines science fiction stories, scientific and technological breakthroughs, political intrigue and imaginative ideas where fantasy, imagination and adventure are basic ingredients for every past and future endeavor. With the aide of numerous pictures, some published for the first time, we have the full story of the successes and disasters, of how courageous astronauts lived and, above all, what future living conditions will be like in the near future.

Sensory Evaluation Practices: Food and Science Technology

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stone, Herbert / Sidel, Joel L., PUBLISHER: Academic Press, This Second Edition of Sensory Evaluation Practices provides the background and understanding necessary to make informed decisions about managing a sensory evaluation program, designing tests, and interpreting and reporting results. The authors have been in the sensory management consulting business for more than 20 years and bring their expertise to the enthusiastic and comprehensive revision of this invaluable book. Sensory evaluation of a product is the measurement of what is perceived about that product" not only in terms of its efficacy, but also by the more subtle influences of sight, smell, taste, touch, and where applicable, sound. A key benefit from this exciting and quantitative science is cost reduction in product reformulation due to the ability to evaluate a product's consumer acceptance in the marketplace. Key Features * Reveals changes in the field, particularly in the business view of sensory evaluation as a product information source * Clarifies the relationships between product specialists/experts and sensory panels, between sensory and market research, and between study of perception and sensory evaluation of products * Includes discussion of test requests and their "hidden agenda" product selection, and the relative merits of testing products from different (laboratory, pilot plant, production) sources * Introduces two new methods of quantitative descriptive analysis and an investigation of the merits of product specific versus global panels * Discusses affective testing and the advantages of various methods including testing with children, the interaction between sensory and market research, the use of employees versus non-employees, and theeffect of the number of judgments on product decisions

Tangent

Tangent di Robert G. Ferrell - Potomac View Press - vendo a euro 5 Edizione in lingua originale Inglese Tangent è un romanzo di science fiction il cui protagonista un consulente informatico si ritrova improvvisamente con una macchina del tempo personale con la quale sventa un complotto terroristico, affrontando faccia a faccia dei pazzi tecnocrati del potere dal futuro... Là dove non è possibile la consegna a mano posso spedire con piego di libri ordinario 2,00 euro o raccomandato 5,50 da aggiungere al prezzo del libro

The German-American Heritage

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Franck, Irene M. / Irene M Franck, PUBLISHER: Facts on File, This volume uses firsthand accounts and period illustrations to detail the immigration of Germans into the United States, the hardships they experienced upon arriving, and their role throughout history. Coverage includes the Mennonites and Quakers who left Germany in search of religious freedom in the late seventeenth century, the immigrants who poured into the United States in the nineteenth century following the Napoleonic Wars and who continued to come through the s, the development of German-American communities, the impact of two world wars on Americans of German descent, and the valuable contributions of German-Americans to this country.

A Study in Scarlet

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Doyle, Arthur Conan / Edwards, Owen / Edwards, Dudley, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, The first of the Sherlock Holmes stories, this was also the first of Conan Doyle's books to be published. In this fascinating and exciting tale, the two towering creations of detective fiction--Holmes, the master of the science of detection, and Watson, his faithful companion--make their auspicious debut. The two detectives are immediately in fine form as Holmes plucks the solution to the mystery from the heart of Victorian London.

Vendo libro di medicina naturale veterinaria.Manual of

Manual of Natural Veterinary Medicine: Science and Tradition. Autori: Susan G.Wynn and Steve Marsden. Mosby. Comprato negli Stati Uniti. his handy reference provides users with an understanding of complementary and alternative treatment options for more than 130 common disease states. A practical manual, it describes a variety of possible approaches to small animal disorders. Concentrating on nutrition, herbs, traditional Chinese medicines, and physical therapies, the authors present both tradition- and evidence-based therapies for disorders not always responsive to conventional therapies.

Microbiology: A Human Perspective W/Aris Bind in Card

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Nester, Eugene W. / Anderson, Denise G. / Roberts, Jr., PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math, Appropriate for the non-major/allied health student, this authoritative text carefully explains the fundamentals of microbiology, providing a general overview of the principles followed by more detailed explanations. With its clear and concise writing style, "Microbiology: A Human Perspective" offers modern coverage on such topics as genomics, biofilms, and quorum sensing. A body systems approach is used in the coverage of diseases.

Advances in Organometallic Chemistry

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: West, Robert / Hill, Anthony, PUBLISHER: Academic Press, Almost all branches of chemistry and material science now interface with organometallic chemistry-the study of compounds containing carbon-metal bonds. Organometallic compounds range from species which are so reactive that they only have a transient existence at ambient temperatures to species which are thermally very stable. This widely acclaimed serial contains authoritative reviews that address all aspects of organometallic chemistry, a field which has expanded enormously since the publication of Volume 1 in .

Evolutionary Computation in Bioinformatics

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Fogel, Gary B. / Corne, David W., PUBLISHER: Morgan Kaufmann Publishers, Bioinformatics has never been as popular as it is today. The genomics revolution is generating so much data in such rapid succession that it has become difficult for biologists to decipher. In particular, there are many problems in biology that are too large to solve with standard methods. Researchers in evolutionary computation (EC) have turned their attention to these problems. They understand the power of EC to rapidly search very large and complex spaces and return reasonable solutions. While these researchers are increasingly interested in problems from the biological sciences, EC and its problem-solving capabilities are generally not yet understood or applied in the biology community. This book offers a definitive resource to bridge the computer science and biology communities. Gary Fogel and David Corne, well-known representatives of these fields, introduce biology and bioinformatics to computer scientists, and evolutionary computation to biologists and computer scientists unfamiliar with these techniques. The fourteen chapters that follow are written by leading computer scientists and biologists who examine successful applications of evolutionary computation to various problems in the biological sciences. * Describes applications of EC to bioinformatics in a wide variety of areas including DNA sequencing, protein folding, gene and protein classification, drug targeting, drug design, data mining of biological databases, and biodata visualization. * Offers industrial and academic researchers in computer science, biology, and bioinformatics an important resource for applying evolutionary computation. * Includes a detailed appendix of biological data resources.

The Light Bulb: And How It Changed the World

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pollard, Michael / Michael Pollard, PUBLISHER: Facts on File, History and Invention traces the historical development and diverse applications of three key technological innovations -- the clock, the wheel, and the light bulb -- and explores their impact on the course of human history. Laid out in easily accessible, two-page spreads and enhanced by scores of full-color photos, drawings, and maps, each volume supplies clear and vividly illustrated answers to the questions young people have about the technology they use every day. This volume first reviews the electric inventions that preceded Edison's light bulb -- the battery, the telegraph, and the telephone -- and then explains how electricity has been generated, supplied, and used ever since.

Frommer's Banff & Jasper National Parks

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pashby, Christie, PUBLISHER: Frommer's, Frommer's Banff and Jasper National Parks is packed with all the facts, tips and descriptions you need to have perfect park vacation, in a pocket size guide: * The best strategies for seeing these amazing parks, whether you have a full week or just a few hours * Great places to stay both inside the parks and nearby, from luxurious hotels to scenic, secluded campgrounds * The best day-long or overnight hikes, plus mountain biking, golf, horseback riding, and skiing * Detailed, accurate maps, plus a fully illustrated nature guide to help you spot bighorn sheep, mountain goats, wildflowers, and more

Scoprire il mondo con DISNEY schede De Agostini

Il titolo originale dell'opera è Fun and Facts Card edito dall'americana The Walt Disney Company nel . L'edizione italiana è nata dalla collaborazione tra la Disney e la De Agostini ed è stata pubblicata nell'agosto del . Si tratta di 48 schede cartonate formato cm 17 x 10 a doppia facciata a colori, contenenti tantissimi argomenti diversi e molto interessanti, di scienze, storia, salute, geografia, curiosità, cultura generale, sport, botanica, animali, ecc. Saranno i simpatici personaggi di Topolino, Paperino, Pluto, Pippo, Qui Quo Qua, Paperone e tutti gli altri della banda Disney ad accompagnarci nell'universo del sapere. Spedizione in tutta Italia a 2,50 euro.

The Space Child's Mother Goose

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Winsor, Frederick / Parry, Marian, PUBLISHER: Purple House Press, Only a few years ago (s) we walked on solid earth. Today we whirl through space. Space is big. It is not cozy. But with these verses and drawings... cheerfulness breaks in. Suddenly, science seems merry. And space begins, with the rhyme on page 1, to feel a little more like home. A witty collection of 's space age poetry accompanied by clever black and white line drawings by Marian Parry.

The Inuit of Canada

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Corriveau, Danielle, PUBLISHER: Lerner Publications, Taking an in-depth look at distinct aboriginal cultures, these comprehensive volumes balance information about both traditional and modern lifeways. From their history and cultural practices to their religions and the landscapes they call home, discover the intricacies of each featured native culture. Supports the national curriculum standards Culture; Time, Continuity, and Change; People, Places, and Environments; Individuals, Groups, and Institutions; Power, Authority, and Governance; Production, Distribution, and Consumption; Science Technology and Society; and Global Connections as outlined by the National Council for the Social Studies.

The World Almanac for Kids

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Israel, Elaine, PUBLISHER: World Almanac Books, Jam-packed with fun facts and full color illustrations, the completely revised edition of the only annual almanac designed exclusively for kids includes a special 16-page photo-filled look at the year's faces and places in the news, plus more than 30 completely new interactive puzzles, games, brain teasers, and other activities kids can try at home. With much more information than any other book of its kind, the kid-friendly format makes The World Almanac for Kids great for homework help or just browsing, and it makes a great gift for the inquisitive kid on everyone's holiday list.

Math & Mathematicians 2v Set

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: UXL / Bruno, Leonard C., PUBLISHER: UXL, Most of our U- X- L advisors list mathematics reference as the number one priority for their school curriculum -- and sadly there are very few sources that address this subject at the middle school level. To fill this need for in-depth definitions and essays on mathematical concepts and scientists for younger audiences, U- X- L developed "Math and Mathematicians." This two-volume set contains facts and features that make learning about mathematics enjoyable. Students will find everything from biographies, encyclopedic articles and chronologies to word definitions and fascinating trivia. Middle school and high school students working on cross-curriculum assignments in math class or science projects will find 50 contemporary and historical biographies ranging from three-to-five pages covering the early life, influences and career of mathematicians from around the world. They'll also discover approximately 35 concept and principle articles -- ranging from two to four pages -- describing the time period, culture and circumstances in which the breakthrough was discovered and a non-technical explanation of the principles involved. Some of the math concepts covered include currency, logarithms, prime numbers, quadrilaterals, time, weight and more. Chronological arrangements introduce the life and achievements of the individuals profiled and contain quotes by or about the biographee, further reading lists and other anecdotal information to keep each entry interesting. Among the many mathematicians featured in this student-friendly reference include: Niels Abel, Norwegian algebraist Maria Agnesi, Italian mathematician George Boole, English mathematician andlogician Euclid of Alexandria, Greek geometer Galileo, Italian physicist and astronomer Al-Khwarizmi, Arab algebraist and astronomer Isaac Newton, English mathematician and physicist Emmy Noether, German mathematician Pythagoras of Samos, Greek geometer and philosopher Srinivasa Ramanujan, East Indian number theorist "Words to Know" sidebars are included to provide definitions for difficult mathematical and common terms, with a cumulative "Words to Know" section located in each volume's front matter. Readers will also find photographs, diagrams, charts, numerous fact boxes and other graphics to help them understand the everyday applications of these greatest mathematical discoveries.

Five American Infidels

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Robertson, D. P., PUBLISHER: Authorhouse, The spread of radical Islam has become a concern for all. Five middle-aged ex-Marines decide to do something about it. This novel, without any political agenda, is an attempt to make Americans more astute and vigilant. Actual figures, facts and documents are used and are noted as such within the storyline. My novel is also a plea to Muslims to curtail radicals from within; religious and cultural wars loom. We are on the precipice of a violent future. The following is a synopsis of my book: After losing his only son in the collapse of the Twin Towers, Paul Thompson became hell-bent on retaliation and didn't give a damn about the consequences. With revenge as his initial motive, 57-year-old Paul enlists help from his ex-Marine buddies and his distraught wife as they conduct in-depth research on radical Islam. Hidden in governmental documents, they uncover disturbing facts on the spread of Islamic ideology. The infidels now believed this violent global phenomenon required drastic measures. They track down another ex-Marine buddy, a wealthy bush pilot flying relief missions out of Uganda into Darfur. The clandestine mission they devise transports them into ravaged Africa, lawless Yemen, and an unstable Middle East. The Five American Infidels are not without inner strife: one, a pragmatist, is reluctant and raises ethical concerns; another has substance abuse issues that may jeopardize the mission. Attempting to acquire illegal weapons, they encounter ruthless arms dealers, tribal leaders, and Arab militias. An attractive lady professor is duped into becoming an accomplice. Assuming false identities and altering their appearance, they set up vulnerable targets. The results of their missioncould have monumental consequences. They had planned well.

Le auree mele del sole - fantascienza - 1a edizione

Titolo: Le auree mele del sole Autore: Ray Bradbury Editore: SFBC (Science Fiction Book Club) Anno: Collana: Antologia di fantascienza Numero di pagine: 328 Dimensione: 21x14.5 cm circa Copertina: copertina rigida con sovracoperta illustrata Stato: ottimo Particolarita': prima edizione Si tratta di una raccolta di novelle che apparvero originariamente sui periodici americani quali The New Yorker, Charm, The Reporter, The Saturday Evening Post ed altri e che furono successivamente raccolte in un volume dallo stesso autore. libro libri saggio romanzo narrativa fantascienza

Staying Safe on My Bike

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mattern, Joanne, PUBLISHER: Weekly Reader Early Learning Library, Safety is an important part of the early elementary curriculum. Safety First helps beginning readers learn and understand safety rules for school, home, travel, and play. Simple text helps build reading skills while giving children the tools they need to avoid and react to danger. Each book includes: - Leveled text correlated to the first grade science and health curriculum - Text vetted by a reading consultant - Labeled photographs - Close photo/text match to help readers decode text - Glossary

Tapsoft '87

Proceedings of the International Joint Conference on Theory and Practice of Software Development Pisa, Italy, March di Ehrig - Levi - Montanari - Kowalski (a cura di), , Springer-verlag. collana: Lecture notes in computer science. vol. 1: Advanced Seminar on Foundations of Innovative Software Development I and Colloquium on Trees in Algebra and Programming (CAAP '87) vol. 2: Advanced Seminar on Foundations of Innovative Software Development I and Colloquium on Functional and Logic Programming and Specifications (CFLP) Costo del singolo volume. I volumi non sono acquistabili singolarmente. Ottime condizioni.

Another 101 Poems from My Lithuanian Soul That Seek to Be

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Rincavage, Steve, PUBLISHER: Steve Rincavage, Collection of another 101 poems written in . Some people live in the material world while others live in the spiritual world. Some people like to mix their drinks with coke and whiskey. I like to mix mine with faith and science. This collection of poemplanations, the convergence of poems with explanations and mixed rice, is my Lithuanian wall banger on ice.

EMT-Paramedic (P) Pretest Self Assessment and Review

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Westfal, Richard E. J. / Filangeri, John / Santa-Maria, Gregory, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Medical Publishing, Effectively tests knowledge of the recently introduced and extensively revised paramedics curriculum. Meets the new and more rigorous standards of paramedic certification, now emphasizing basic science and pathophysiology. Features 500 multiple-choice questions accompanied by explanations and rationales for the correct answers. Covers the roles and responsibilities of paramedics, airway management and ventilation, medical considerations for all body systems, patient assessment, trauma, and special considerations such as neonatology, geriatrics, and abuse. Acquista Ora

Fixing the Sky: The Checkered History of Weather and Climate

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Fleming, James Rodger, PUBLISHER: Columbia University Press, As alarm over global warming spreads, a radical idea is gaining momentum. Forget cuts in greenhouse gas emissions, some scientists argue. Instead, bounce sunlight back into space by pumping reflective nanoparticles into the atmosphere. Launch mirrors into orbit around the Earth. Make clouds thicker and brighter to create a "planetary thermostat." These ideas might sound like science fiction, but in fact they are part of a very old story. For more than a century, scientists, soldiers, and charlatans have tried to manipulate weather and climate, and like them, today's climate engineers wildly exaggerate what is possible. Scarcely considering the political, military, and ethical implications of managing the world's climate, these individuals hatch schemes with potential consequences that far outweigh anything their predecessors might have faced. Showing what can happen when fixing the sky becomes a dangerous experiment in pseudoscience, James Rodger Fleming traces the tragicomic history of the rainmakers, rain fakers, weather warriors, and climate engineers who have been both full of ideas and full of themselves. Weaving together stories from elite science, cutting-edge technology, and popular culture, Fleming examines issues of health and navigation in the s, drought in the s, aircraft safety in the s, and world conflict since the s. Killer hurricanes, ozone depletion, and global warming fuel the fantasies of today. Based on archival and primary research, Fleming's original story speaks to anyone who has a stake in sustaining the planet.

Professional Enhancement Book for Math and Science

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Charlesworth, Rosalind / Lind, Karen K., PUBLISHER: Wadsworth Publishing Company, The PET (Professional Enhancement Text) is intended for use by students in their first classrooms as it is fully customizable and there is ample space for users to make notes of their own experiences, successes, and suggestions for future lessons. The editors at Cengage Learning encourage and appreciate any feedback on this new venture. Go to www.earlychilded.delmar.com and click on the "Professional Enhancement series feedback" link to let us know what you think.

LP Lotto 17 Dischi

LP Lotto 17 Dischi: Bon Jovi - Slippery when wet Cinderella - Night Songs Paul Young - Between two fires Cream Live Domingo Puccini - Tosca, Turandot, La fanciulla del West, Il Tabarro, Le Villi, La Boheme, Gianni Schicchi Rainbow - Down to Earth Fleetwood Mac - Tango in the night Rossini - Ouvertures Scialpi - Estensioni Background - Themes of melancholy, sadness,solitude Background - Science-fiction metereology Roger Huyssen - Boston Antonello Venditti - Cronache Le più belle canzoncine per bambini Il canzoniere dei bambini Un disco per Natale - Le più celebri melodie e canzoni natalizie Buon Natale

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