Wiley-VCH - Earth Science

Sediments, Morphology and Sedimentary Processes on Continental Shelves

Li, Michael Z / Sherwood, Christopher R / Hill, Philip R (eds.) — 10 Feb 2012 08:18:14 +0100

The application of multibeam and sediment transport measurement technologies and the adoption of multi-faceted research methodologies have greatly advanced our understanding of the sedimentary processes on continental shelves in the last decade. This book uniquely blends cutting-edge research and state-of-the art review articles that take stock of new advances in multibeam mapping and sediment transport technologies, spatial analysis and modelling, and the applications of these advances to the understanding of shelf sediments, morphodynamics, and sedimentary processes. Case studies are also presented to illustrate the utilization of seabed property and process knowledge in habitat mapping and ocean management With its mix of papers focusing on technological advances, integration of shelf morphology and processes, and the application of these advances to coastal and ocean management, this Special Publication volume will serve as a milestone reference for professional marine scientists and as advanced text for students in marine geology, sedimentology and oceanography. [440 Pages, Hardcover]

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Rainfall-Runoff Modelling

Beven, Keith J. — 6 Feb 2012 08:17:40 +0100

Rainfall-Runoff Modelling: The Primer, Second Edition is the follow-up of this popular and authoritative text, first published in 2001. The book provides both a primer for the novice and detailed descriptions of techniques for more advanced practitioners, covering rainfall-runoff models and their practical applications. This new edition extends these aims to include additional chapters dealing with prediction in ungauged basins, predicting residence time distributions, predicting the impacts of change and the next generation of hydrological models. Giving a comprehensive summary of available techniques based on established practices and recent research the book offers a thorough and accessible overview of the area. Rainfall-Runoff Modelling: The Primer Second Edition focuses on predicting hydrographs using models based on data and on representations of hydrological process. Dealing with the history of the development of rainfall-runoff models, uncertainty in mode predictions, good and bad practice and ending with a look at how to predict future catchment hydrological responses this book provides an essential underpinning of rainfall-runoff modelling topics. * Fully revised and updated version of this highly popular text * Suitable for both novices in the area and for more advanced users and developers * Written by a leading expert in the field * Guide to internet sources for rainfall-runoff modelling software [488 Pages, Hardcover]

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Gravel Bed Rivers

Church, Michael / Biron, Pascale / Roy, Andre (eds.) — 6 Feb 2012 08:17:39 +0100

Gravel-Bed Rivers: Processes, Tools, Environments presents a definitive review of current knowledge of gravel-bed rivers, derived from the 7th International Gravel-bed Rivers Workshop, the 5-yearly meeting of the world's leading authorities in the field. Each chapter in the book has been specifically commissioned to represent areas in which recent progress has been made in the field. The topics covered also represent a coherent progression through the principal areas of the subject (hydraulics; sediment transport; river morphology; tools and methods; applications of science). * Definitive review of the current knowledge of gravel-bed rivers * Coverage of both fundamental and applied topics * Edited by leading academics with contributions from key researchers * Thoroughly edited for quality and consistency to provide coherent and logical progression through the principal areas of the subject. [580 Pages, Hardcover]

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DEV plus

12 Jan 2012 08:17:10 +0100

DEV plus enthält die aktuellen Normentwürfe der DEV-Reihe. Bezieher können sich damit noch früher über neue Deutsche Einheitsverfahren zur Wasser-, Abwasser- und Schlammuntersuchung informieren. In jeder DEV-plus-Lieferung inbegriffen ist Vom Wasser - Das Journal. [IV, 76 Pages, Brochure]

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Geological Storage of CO2

Nordbotten, Jan Martin / Celia, Michael A. — 9 Jan 2012 08:17:38 +0100

Despite the large research effort in both public and commercial companies, no textbook has yet been written on Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS). This book provides an overview, examining the dominant processes as well as the mathematical and numerical methods necessary to analyze the relevant systems. It provides an introduction to single-phase and multi-phase flow in porous media, including the most common mathematical analyses, and an overview of numerical methods for the equations. A considerable part of the book discusses appropriate modeling scales, including how to formulate consistent governing equations at these scales. [256 Pages, Hardcover]

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Terrestrial Hydrometeorology

Shuttleworth, W. James — 9 Jan 2012 08:17:28 +0100

Both hydrologists and meteorologists need to speak a common scientific language, and this has given rise to the new scientific discipline of hydrometeorology, which deals with the transfer of water and energy across the land/atmosphere interface. Terrestrial Hydrometeorology is the first graduate-level text with sufficient breadth and depth to be used in hydrology departments to teach relevant aspects of meteorology, and in meteorological departments to teach relevant aspects of hydrology, and to serve as an introductory text to teach the emerging discipline of hydrometeorology. The book will be essential reading for graduate students studying surface water hydrology, meteorology, and hydrometeorology. It can also be used in advanced undergraduate courses, and will be welcomed by academic and professional hydrologists and meteorologists worldwide. [472 Pages, Hardcover]

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Terrestrial Hydrometeorology

Shuttleworth, W. James — 9 Jan 2012 08:17:27 +0100

Field Guide to Fossils Number 14

Batten, David (ed.) — 3 Jan 2012 08:17:57 +0100

This Field Guide to Fossils deals with almost the complete flora and fauna of the whole English Wealden. [780 Pages, Softcover]

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Tectonics of Sedimentary Basins

Busby, Cathy / Azor Pérez, Antonio (eds.) — 3 Jan 2012 08:17:48 +0100

Investigating the complex interplay between tectonics and sedimentation is a key endeavor in modern earth science. Many of the world's leading researchers in this field have been brought together in this volume to provide concise overviews of the current state of the subject. The plate tectonic revolution of the 1960's provided the framework for detailed models on the structure of orogens and basins, summarized in a 1995 textbook edited by Busby and Ingersoll. Tectonics of Sedimentary Basins: Recent Advances focuses on key topics or areas where the greatest strides forward have been made, while also providing on-line access to the comprehensive 1995 book. Breakthroughs in new techniques are described in Section 1, including detrital zircon geochronology, cosmogenic nuclide dating, magnetostratigraphy, 3-D seismic, and basin modelling. Section 2 presents the new models for rift, post-rift, transtensional and strike slip basin settings. Section 3 addresses the latest ideas in convergent margin tectonics, including the sedimentary record of subduction intiation and subduction, flat-slab subduction, and arc-continent collision; it then moves inboard to forearc basins and intra-arc basins, and ends with a series of papers formed under compessional strain regimes, as well as post-orogenic intramontane basins. Section 4 examines the origin of plate interior basins, and the sedimentary record of supercontinent formation. This book is required reading for any advanced student or professional interested in sedimentology, plate tectonics, or petroleum geoscience. [664 Pages, Hardcover]

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Time Series Analysis in Meteorology and Climatology

Duchon, Claude / Hale, Robert — 3 Jan 2012 08:17:37 +0100

Time Series Analysis in Meteorology and Climatology provides an accessible overview of this notoriously difficult subject. Clearly structured throughout, the authors develop sufficient theoretical foundation to understand the basis for applying various analytical methods to a time series and show clearly how to interpret the results. Taking a unique approach to the subject, the authors use a combination of theory and application to real data sets to enhance student understanding throughout the book. This book is written for those students that have a data set in the form of a time series and are confronted with the problem of how to analyse this data. Each chapter covers the various methods that can be used to carry out this analysis with coverage of the necessary theory and its application. In the theoretical section topics covered include; the mathematical origin of spectrum windows, leakage of variance and understanding spectrum windows. The applications section includes real data sets for students to analyse. Scalar variables are used for ease of understanding for example air temperatures, wind speed and precipitation. Students are encouraged to write their own computer programmes and data sets are provided to enable them to recognize quickly whether their programme is working correctly- one data set is provided with artificial data and the other with real data where the students are required to physically interpret the results of their periodgram analysis. Based on the acclaimed and long standing course at the University of Oklahoma, the book is distinct in its approach to the subject matter in that it is written specifically for readers in meteorology and climatology and uses a mix of theory and application to real data sets. [262 Pages, Hardcover]

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Forecast Verification

Jolliffe, Ian T. / Stephenson, David B. (eds.) — 29 Dec 2011 08:17:36 +0100

Forecast Verification: A Practioner's Guide in Atmospheric Science, 2nd Edition provides an indispensible guide to this area of active research by combining depth of information with a range of topics to appeal both to professional practitioners and researchers and postgraduates. The editors have succeeded in presenting chapters by a variety of the leading experts in the field while still retaining a cohesive and highly accessible style. The book balances explanations of concepts with clear and useful discussion of the main application areas. Reviews of first edition: This book will provide a good reference, and I recommend it especially for developers and evaluators of statistical forecast systems. (Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society; April 2004) ...a good mixture of theory and practical applications...well organized and clearly written... (Royal Statistical Society, Vol.168, No.1, January 2005)] NEW to the second edition: * Completely updated chapter on the Verification of Spatial Forecasts taking account of the wealth of new research in the area * New separate chapters on Probability Forecasts and Ensemble Forecasts * Includes new chapter on Forecasts of Extreme Events and Warnings * Includes new chapter on Seasonal and Climate Forecasts * Includes new Appendix on Verification Software [292 Pages, Hardcover]

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Multiscales Geomechanics

Hicher, Pierre-Yves — 28 Nov 2011 08:18:37 +0100

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Special Papers in Palaeontology 86

Barrett, Paul M. / Franklin, Bob / Milner, Andrew R. (eds.) — 28 Nov 2011 08:18:00 +0100

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Vegetation Description and Data Analysis

Kent, Martin — 28 Nov 2011 08:17:51 +0100

Vegetation Description and Data Analysis: A Practical Approach, Second Edition is a fully revised and up-dated edition of this key text. The book takes account of recent advances in the field whilst retaining the original reader-friendly approach to the coverage of vegetation description and multivariate analysis in the context of vegetation data and plant ecology. Since the publication of the hugely popular first edition there have been significant developments in computer hardware and software, new key journals have been established in the field and scope and application of vegetation description and analysis has become a truly global field. This new edition includes full coverage of new developments and technologies. This contemporary and comprehensive edition of this well-known and respected textbook will prove invaluable to undergraduate and graduate students in biological sciences, environmental science, geography, botany, agriculture, forestry and biological conservation. * Fully international approach * Includes illustrative case studies throughout * Now with new material on: the nature of plant communities; transitional areas between plant communities; induction and deduction of plant ecology; diversity indices and dominance diversity curves; multivariate analysis in ecology. * Accessible, reader-friendly style * Now with new and improved illustrations [428 Pages, Softcover]

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Vegetation Description and Data Analysis

Kent, Martin — 28 Nov 2011 08:17:50 +0100

Global Warming

Archer, David — 21 Nov 2011 08:17:57 +0100

Archer's Global Warming: Understanding the Forecast 2nd Edition, is the first real text to present the science and policy surrounding climate change at the right level. Accompanying videos, simulations and instructional support makes it easier to build a syllabus to improve and create new material on climate change. Archer's polished writing style makes the text entertaining while the improved pedagogy helps better understand key concepts, ideas and terms. This edition has been revised and reformulated with a new chapter template of short chapter introductions, study questions at the end, and critical thinking puzzlers throughout. Also a new asset for the BCS was created that will give ideas for assignments and topics for essays and other projects. Furthermore, a number of interactive models have been built to help understand the science and systems behind the processes. [204 Pages, Softcover]

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The Atmosphere and Ocean

Wells, Neil C. — 21 Nov 2011 08:17:38 +0100

The Atmosphere and Ocean is a fully revised and updated student friendly physical introduction to the atmosphere and ocean. Now in its Third Edition, the book continues to provide students with an accessible description of the atmosphere and ocean with emphasis on their physical properties and inter-dependence. Clearly structured throughout, the book demonstrates that the atmosphere and ocean are both subject to the influence of the earth's rotation and therefore they have a common dynamical basis. The author clearly demonstrates the fundamental differences between the two environments and provides the reader with a much better understanding of the atmosphere and the ocean and an appreciation of their closest interactive relationship. There have been many developments in the field over the past ten years and this latest edition of a highly successful textbook brings together new material on the ocean-atmosphere system and climate, the observed circulation of the atmosphere and ocean and radiation in the atmosphere and ocean. * Fully revised and updated 3rd Edition of student friendly physical introduction to the atmosphere and ocean. * Now includes new chapters on observed circulation of the atmosphere and ocean, energy flows in the ocean atmosphere system, modeling the ocean and atmosphere, the ocean atmosphere system and climate. * Well structured and written in an authoritative yet accessible style suitable for 2nd and 3rd year students taking courses in meteorology, oceanography and related Earth Sciences or as an introduction for graduate students. * Emphasis placed on physical properties and inter-dependence of the ocean and climate. [424 Pages, Hardcover]

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The Atmosphere and Ocean

Wells, Neil C. — 21 Nov 2011 08:17:37 +0100

Fundamentals of Ionized Gases

Smirnov, Boris M. — 17 Nov 2011 08:17:25 +0100

A comprehensive work with an emphasis on a clear and unified understanding of the basic physics underlying all plasma phenomena. Suitable as a text or complementary reading in advanced graduate courses and as an invaluable reference for a wide range of practitioners. [XIV, 474 Pages, Hardcover]

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Central European Stream Ecosystems

Wagner, Rüdiger / Marxsen, Jürgen / Zwick, Peter / Cox, Eileen J. (eds.) — 17 Nov 2011 08:17:18 +0100

This is an unmatched long-term study of a central European stream analyzing the changes in species frequency and occurrence in relationship to climate variation and other environmental change. Invaluable data for anyone wanting to understand the ecology of streams. [XXII, 672 Pages, Hardcover]

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Tectonic Geomorphology

Burbank, Douglas W. / Anderson, Robert S. — 14 Nov 2011 08:17:43 +0100

Recent advances in the quantification of rates and physical basis of tectonic and surface processes have rejuvenated the field of tectonic geomorphology. This book focuses on the current understanding of the dynamic interplay between surface processes and active tectonics. Ranging from the timescales of individual earthquakes to the growth and decay of mountain belts, this book provides a timely synthesis of modern research for upper-level undergraduate and graduate earth science students and for practicing geologists. [472 Pages, Softcover]

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Tectonic Geomorphology

Burbank, Douglas W. / Anderson, Robert S. — 14 Nov 2011 08:17:42 +0100

Environmental Hazards and Disasters

Paul, Bimal Kanti — 14 Nov 2011 08:17:24 +0100

Environmental Hazards and Disasters: Contexts, Perspectives and Management focuses on manifested threats to humans and their welfare as a result of natural disasters. The book uses an integrative approach to address socio-cultural, political and physical components of the disaster process. Human and social vulnerability as well as risk to environmental hazards are explored within the comprehensive context of diverse natural hazards and disasters. In addition to scientific explanations of disastrous occurrences, people and governments of hazard-prone countries often have their own interpretations for why natural disasters occur. In such interpretations they often either blame others, in order to conceal their inability to protect themselves, or they blame themselves, attributing the events to either real or imagined misdeeds. The book contains a chapter devoted to the neglected topic of such reactions and explanations. Includes chapters on key topics such as the application of GIS in hazard studies; resiliency; disasters and poverty; climate change and sustainability and development. This book is designed as a primary text for an interdisciplinary course on hazards for upper-level undergraduate and Graduate students. Although not targeted for an introductory hazards course, students in such a course may find it very useful as well. Additionally, emergency managers, planners, and both public and private organizations involved in disaster response, and mitigation could benefit from this book along with hazard researchers. It not only includes traditional and popular hazard topics (e.g., disaster cycles, disaster relief, and risk and vulnerability), it also includes neglected topics, such as the positive impacts of disasters, disaster myths and different accounts of disasters, and disasters and gender. [334 Pages, Hardcover]

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Environmental Hazards and Disasters

Paul, Bimal Kanti — 14 Nov 2011 08:17:23 +0100

Changing Cold Environments

French, Hugh M. / Slaymaker, Olav (eds.) — 7 Nov 2011 08:17:37 +0100

Changing Cold Environments; A Canadian Perspective is a comprehensive overview of the changing nature of the physical attributes of Canada's cold environments and the implications of these changes to cold environments on a global scale. The book places particular emphasis on the broader environmental science and sustainability issues that are of increasing concern to all cold regions if present global climate trends continue. Clearly structured throughout, the book focuses on those elements of Canada's cold environments that will be most affected by global climate change - namely, the tundra, sub-arctic and boreal forest regions of northern Canada, and the high mid-latitude mountains of western Canada. The book considers the implications this will have for similar environments around the world. [340 Pages, Softcover]

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Changing Cold Environments

French, Hugh M. / Slaymaker, Olav (eds.) — 7 Nov 2011 08:17:36 +0100

Soil Carbon in Sensitive European Ecosystems

Jandl, Robert / Rodeghiero, Mirco / Olsson, Mats — 31 Oct 2011 08:18:39 +0100

This book focuses primarily on ecosystems and their soil carbon stocks. The book identifies three key sensitive ecosystems within Europe: Mediterranean Forest and Agricultural Systems; Mountains; and Peatland. [296 Pages, Hardcover]

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27 Oct 2011 08:17:05 +0200

Organic Matter in the Universe

Kwok, Sun — 20 Oct 2011 08:17:18 +0200

Authored by an experienced writer and well-known researcher, this unique treatise includes a spectroscopy refresher, links to geological findings and the outlook for astronomical facilities and solar system exploration missions, plus a whole section on laboratory simulations. [XXIV, 253 Pages, Hardcover]

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Chemical Marine Monitoring

Quevauviller, Philippe / Roose, Patrick / Verreet, Gert (eds.) — 10 Oct 2011 08:17:24 +0200

Part of the Water Quality Measurement series, this text focuses on chemical marine monitoring, highlighting policy frameworks and analytical trends with an emphasis on laboratory methods and laboratory quality control. It provides a comprehensive approach and guidance to researchers and professionals in environmental and related industries on the theoretical and practical aspects of the field. The topics are typical of those usually addressed in monitoring guidance documents. [466 Pages, Hardcover]

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Transboundary Water Resources Management

Ganoulis, Jacques / Aureli, Alice / Fried, Jean (eds.) — 22 Sep 2011 08:17:18 +0200

Latest methodologies for and abundant practical examples of the effective management of transboundary water resources for hydrologists, geologists, engineers and political decision-makers, following guidelines laid down by UNESCO and in the EU Water Framework Directive. [X, 446 Pages, Hardcover]

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White Dwarf Atmospheres and Circumstellar Environments

Hoard, Donald W. (ed.) — 15 Sep 2011 08:17:21 +0200

This timely and novel book compiles the latest results from white dwarf research, while supplementing the literature with brand new topics. With its thorough refresher on white dwarfs and their types, this is a must-have for researchers involved with stellar objects and evolution [XVI, 228 Pages, Hardcover]

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Handbuch der Bodenkunde

15 Sep 2011 08:17:12 +0200

Das reichhaltig illustrierte Handbuch, geschrieben von namhaften Wissenschaftlern Deutschlands, bietet eine umfassende Darstellung bodenkundlichen Wissens. [112 Pages, Looseleaf: Supplement]

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Flood-Resilient Waterfront Development in New York City

Editorial staff of Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences (ed.) — 29 Aug 2011 08:18:38 +0200

Waterfronts are attractive areas for many--often competing--uses in New York City and are seen as multifunctional locations for economic, environmental, and social activities on the interface between land and water. The NYC waterfront plays a crucial role as a first line of flood defense and in managing flood risk and protecting the city from future climate change and sea-level rise. The city of New York has embarked on a climate adaptation program (PlaNYC) outlining the policies needed to anticipate the impacts of climate change. As part of this policy, the Department of City Planning is currently preparing Vision 2020: New York City Comprehensive Waterfront Plan for the over 500 miles of NYC waterfront (NYC-DCP, 2011). An integral part of the vision is to improve resilience to climate change and sea-level rise. The study presented in this volume seeks to provide guidance for advancing the goals of NYC Vision 2020 by assessing how flood insurance, flood zoning, and building code policies can contribute to waterfront development that is more resilient to climate change. NOTE: Annals volumes are available for sale as individual books or as a journal. For information on institutional journal subscriptions, please visit http://ordering.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/subs.asp?ref=1749-6632&doi=10.1111/(ISSN)1749-6632. ACADEMY MEMBERS: Please contact the New York Academy of Sciences directly to place your order (www.nyas.org). Members of the New York Academy of Science receive full-text access to the Annals online and discounts on print volumes. Please visit http://www.nyas.org/MemberCenter/Join.aspx for more information about becoming a member. [88 Pages, Softcover]

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Basic Geological Mapping

Lisle, Richard J. / Brabham, Peter / Barnes, John W. — 22 Aug 2011 08:17:50 +0200

Part of The Geological Field Guide Series, Basic Geological Mapping, 5th Edition is an essential basic guide to field techniques in mapping geology. Now completely revised and updated the book retains the concise clarity which has made it an indispensable instant reference in its previous editions. It provides the reader with all the necessary practical information and techniques that they will need while carrying out work in the field, covering a wide spectrum of different conditions, needs and types of countries. This edition covers new developments in technology including Google Earth and the use of GPS. This is an ideal field guide to geological mapping for 2nd/3rd year undergraduates of Geology, Hydrogeology and Geological Engineering. [230 Pages, Softcover]

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11 Aug 2011 08:17:08 +0200

Geology For Dummies

Spooner, Alecia M. — 25 Jul 2011 08:18:29 +0200

Get a rock-solid grasp on geology Geology is the study of the earth's history as well as the physical and chemical processes that continue to shape the earth today. Jobs in the geosciences are expected to increase over the next decade, which will increase geology-related jobs well above average projection for all occupations in the coming years. Geology For Dummies is the most accessible book on the market for anyone who needs to get a handle on the subject, whether you're looking to supplement classroom learning or are simply interested in earth sciences. Presented in a straightforward, trusted format, it features a thorough introduction to the study of the earth, its materials, and its processes. * Tracks to a typical college-level introductory geology course * An 8-page color insert includes photos of rocks, minerals, and geologic marvels * Covers geological processes; rock records and geologic times; matter, minerals, and rock; and more Geology For Dummies is an excellent classroom supplement for all students who enroll in introductory geology courses, from geology majors to those who choose earth science courses as electives. [384 Pages, Softcover]

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Special Papers in Palaeontology No 85

Gale, Andrew — 17 May 2011 08:17:39 +0200

The evolutionary relationships between different genera of asteroid echinoderms (starfish) have been interpreted by study of the skeletal morphologies and homologies of 24 extant taxa. It appears that the initial diversification of the neoasteroids took place in the Triassic or earlier, whereas the wide fossil diversity of this essentially modern fauna only became apparent in the Jurassic when extensive marine sediments appeared in the stratigraphic record. [112 Pages, Softcover]

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An Introduction to Applied and Environmental Geophysics

Reynolds, John M. — 19 Apr 2011 08:18:24 +0200

An Introduction to Applied and Environmental Geophysics provides an introduction to the theory and practice of applied geophysics. The book covers a range of applications including mineral and hydrocarbon exploration, but the greatest emphasis is on the use of geophysics in civil engineering, and in environmental and groundwater investigations. Since the publication of the first edition of An Introduction to Applied and Environmental Geophysics the field of applied and environmental geophysics has grown with significant developments in the subject. This new edition builds on the success of the first edition. [710 Pages, Softcover]

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An Introduction to Applied and Environmental Geophysics

Reynolds, John M. — 19 Apr 2011 08:18:23 +0200

How to be a Quantitative Ecologist

Matthiopoulos, Jason — 19 Apr 2011 08:17:57 +0200

How to Be a Quantitative Ecologist is comprised of two equal parts on mathematics and statistics with emphasis on quantitative skills. A major component of this guide is computer implementation techniques, accompanied by computer practicals using the language R. These provide additional illustrations of the ecological applications of the mathematical and statistical concepts, as well as providing basic training in the use of R and in computer programming in general. [490 Pages, Softcover]

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How to be a Quantitative Ecologist

Matthiopoulos, Jason — 19 Apr 2011 08:17:56 +0200

Practical Field Ecology

Wheater, C. Philip / Cook, Penny A. / Bell, James R. — 14 Apr 2011 08:18:12 +0200

This book introduces experimental design and data analysis / interpretation as well as field monitoring skills for both plants and animals. Clearly structured throughout and written in a student-friendly manner, the main emphasis of the book concentrates on the techniques required to design a field based ecological survey and shows how to execute an appropriate sampling regime. The book evaluates appropriate methods, including the problems associated with various techniques and their inherent flaws (e.g. low sample sizes, large amount of field or laboratory work, high cost etc). This provides a resource base outlining details from the planning stage, into the field, guiding through sampling and finally through organism identification in the laboratory and computer based data analysis and interpretation. The text is divided into twelve distinct chapters. The first chapter covers planning, including health and safety together with information on a variety of statistical techniques for examining and analysing data. Following a chapter dealing with site characterisation and general aspects of species identification, subsequent chapters describe the techniques used to survey and census particular groups of organisms. The final chapter covers interpreting and presenting data and writing up the research. The emphasis here is on appropriate wording of interpretation and structure and content of the report. [388 Pages, Softcover]

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Practical Field Ecology

Wheater, C. Philip / Cook, Penny A. / Bell, James R. — 14 Apr 2011 08:18:11 +0200

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14 Apr 2011 08:17:40 +0200

Urban Remote Sensing

Yang, Xiaojun (ed.) — 13 Apr 2011 08:17:35 +0200

Urban Remote Sensing focuses on the development of remote sensing technology for monitoring, synthesis and modeling in the urban environment. It covers four major areas: the use of high-resolution satellite imagery for urban feature extraction; the development of improved image processing algorithms and techniques for deriving accurate and information on urban attributes from remote sensor data; analytical techniques and methods for deriving indicators of socioeconomic and environmental conditions within the urban landscape; and the development of remote sensing and spatial analytical techniques for urban growth simulation. [408 Pages, Hardcover]

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A Petroleum Geologist's Guide to Seismic Reflection

Ashcroft, William — 11 Apr 2011 08:18:57 +0200

This book is written for advanced earth science students, geologists, petroleum engineers and others who want to get quickly 'up to speed' on the interpretation of reflection seismic data. It is a development of material given to students on the MSc course in Petroleum Geology at Aberdeen University and takes the form of a course manual rather than a systematic textbook. It can be used as a self-contained course for individual study, or as the basis for a class programme. The book clarifies those aspects of the subject that students tend to find difficult, and provides insights through practical tutorials which aim to reinforce and deepen understanding of key topics and provide the reader with a measure of feedback on progress. Some tutorials may only involve drawing simple diagrams, but many are computer-aided (PC based) with graphics output to give insight into key steps in seismic data processing or into the seismic response of some common geological scenarios. Part I of the book covers basic ideas and it ends with two tutorials in 2-D structural interpretation. Part II concentrates on the current seismic reflection contribution to reservoir studies, based on 3-D data. [172 Pages, Softcover]

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A Petroleum Geologist's Guide to Seismic Reflection

Ashcroft, William — 11 Apr 2011 08:18:56 +0200

Cold Region Hazards and Risks

Whiteman, Colin A. — 11 Apr 2011 08:17:11 +0200

This text is unique and timely, with wide-ranging geographical coverage of material from the Americas, Asia, Australasia, the Antarctic and Europe. The book brings together information on an array of hazards associated with ice and snow, spanning both well-known phenomena, such as avalanches, and the less familiar, including river ice jams and ice storms. Separate chapters are allocated to each hazard, and include an overview of the hazard which highlights key physical and human issues. Each chapter also presents a summary, conclusions, case studies, and key references. [380 Pages, Softcover]

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Cold Region Hazards and Risks

Whiteman, Colin A. — 11 Apr 2011 08:17:09 +0200