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Ecological Forest Management Handbook

Ecological Forest Management Handbook

Forests are valued not only for their economic potential but also for the biodiversity they contain the ecological services they provide and the recreational cultural and spiritual opportunities they provide. The Ecological Forest Management Handbook provides a comprehensive summary of interrelated topics in the field including management concepts forest models and ecological indicators. Featuring contributions from experts on the three main forest types—boreal temperate and tropical—this book presents in-depth coverage of important issues in ecological forest management and includes case studies addressing ecological and socioeconomic issues. It illustrates how ecological forest management is a complex process that requires broad ecological knowledge while giving readers a deeper understanding of basic principles and applications.

GBP 64.99
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Diseases of Forest Trees and their Management

Diseases of Forest Trees and their Management

The book is intended to provide comprehensive introduction to the important aspects of the field of forest pathology and tree diseases. The book is arranged in two major parts. The fundamental chapters present forest diseases pathogens epidemics and management that is applicable to all forest trees. The applied chapters on the individual crops that are grouped alphabetically present information on the symptoms pathogen and integrated management of major diseases of forest trees. It was designed to give a broad overview of the field of forest pathology but with sufficient detail that they will be able to assess their specific role as practicing forestry professionals. Note: T& F does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India Pakistan Nepal Bhutan Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. | Diseases of Forest Trees and their Management

GBP 99.99
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Forest-Based Biomass Energy Concepts and Applications

Forest-Based Biomass Energy Concepts and Applications

What is forest-based biomass energy and why should we care? Written by environmental expert Frank Spellman Forest-Based Biomass Energy: Concepts and Applications details how forest biomass can be converted to energy and energy products including direct combustion pellets gasification and co-firing. It explores the possibilities of forest-based biomass energy for producing a reliable energy renewable energy source that will not destroy or pollute our fragile environment. Carefully avoiding the influence of media hype and political ideology Spellman points out that every problem has a solution we simply need to find sources and develop them. He delineates common-sense approaches and practical sometimes poetic examples. And he does all this while adhering to scientific principles models and observations. However you need not be a scientist to understand the principles and concepts. Spellman goes easy on the hard math and science and presents the material in a user-friendly manner weaving real-life situations throughout the fabric of the text. Features: Offers complete coverage of forest biomass rather than simply touching on one source Includes several basic and practical mathematical operations illustrated with example problems and explained solutions Examines numerous types of tree stocks Contains information on silviculture Addresses growing transportation energy needs and limited petroleum resources Offers information on the benefits of Agroforestry This is not merely an answer book; it is designed to stimulate thought and new ideas. Although the author answers specific renewable energy and forest-derived feedstock questions he also points out the disadvantages that need to be overcome to make forest-based renewable energy a viable alternative to fossil fuels. He provides a framework of principles you can use to understand the complexity of the situation of substituting a renewable energy source such as forest-based biomass for fossil fuels. | Forest-Based Biomass Energy Concepts and Applications

GBP 69.99
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Deer Management for Forest Landowners and Managers

Deer Management for Forest Landowners and Managers

One of the biggest management problems for forest landowners and managers is browsing by overabundant deer herds that simplifies habitat and reduces species composition and abundance of plant and wildlife communities. This book addresses deer biology management of deer and deer impact on private and public forestlands. It integrates information on deer biology and human dimensions aspects including culture values politics and financial and human resources into development and implementation of comprehensive management of people and deer. Additional audiences are wildlife educators deer hunters and administrators of natural resource agencies who affect deer density and impact on forest resources by regulating deer hunting. The book is written by wildlife and forestry scientists consultants managers and educators with over 350 years of collective experience in managing deer impacts on forest resources. It includes nine case histories of deer management on forestlands ranging from small woodlots to large commercial operations and state/national forests. Praise for Deer Management for Forest Landowners and Managers: “If you’re a forest landowner serious about managing your deer and woods this book is for you. ” Kip Adams Quality Deer Management Association “This book is an extensive resource for deer and timber management and is a hands-on manual that includes extensive review of relevant literature. David Samuel Bowhunter Magazine “This book provides definitive answers to the questions of how to accomplish deer management in … the face of large deer populations. It belongs on the reading list of every forest landowner. ” William F. Porter Boone and Crockett Professor of Wildlife “It captures the wealth of knowledge of the authors who understand deer as hunters ecologists managers and scientists. It provides a leap forward in the who and how of deer and forest management. ” Peter Smallidge Extension Forester “This is a must read for landowners deer and forest managers and those studying forest ecology. ” Merlin Benner wildlife consultant “This book is a road map to restoring deer to their long-time place of balance serving the common good for people and nature. ” Allen Pursell The Nature Conservancy

GBP 62.99
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Forest Insects in Europe Diversity Functions and Importance

Forest Insects in Europe Diversity Functions and Importance

CHOICE Highly Recommended title 2022! Forest insects play important roles ecologically and economically. They pollinate plants decompose dead plant and animal tissue provide food for vertebrates regulate pest organisms and shape entire landscapes. Some are considered pests while others provide usable products. Introduced species may become invasive while the survival of others is threatened. Forest Insects in Europe: Diversity Functions and Importance has been written not only with professional entomologists in mind but also for nature lovers generally. The descriptions of the various roles insects play in forest ecosystems are intended to be easily comprehensible but still scientific. The book is richly illustrated with attractive photos and contains 580 fascinating colour images of more than 300 different insect and spider species. The German edition was awarded the Prix Moulines by the Swiss Entomological Society in 2019. | Forest Insects in Europe Diversity Functions and Importance

GBP 52.99
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The Chestnut Handbook Crop & Forest Management

The Chestnut Handbook Crop & Forest Management

From Mediterranean Europe to Chile and from China to Australia chestnut cultivation surface has greatly increased globally over the last several decades. The crop provides solid revenue to growers is resilient to climate change and the fruits are a calorie-dense carbohydrate-rich nut the production of which improves soil and sequesters carbon. However there is a great lack and a great need for technical information on management of old and new chestnut plantations. The Chestnut Handbook shares achievements in chestnut development and cultivation including information on sustainable planning and management of chestnut production from nursery to plantation entomology pathology and ecosystem services. Cultivation techniques of Chinese Japanese and European chestnut species including hybrids are described containing information on over 550 local and commercial cultivars. Beautiful original handmade drawings and technical sheets facilitate accessibility and comprehension of information. FEATURES:• Offers practical easy-to-follow technical solutions for chestnut farming and forestry provides ideas for present and future plantations and management• Contains more than 300 figures published in full color featuring original handmade drawings• Provides information about cultural practices nursery techniques and ecosystem services• Includes a reference list of over 550 local and commercial cultivars of Chinese Japanese and European chestnut species and their hybrids• Presents important information on both major and minor pests and diseases as well as pest diseases and physiological disorders. With the collaboration of more than 30 researchers from internationally renowned institutes professionals and nurserymen this book serves as a technical reference and valuable resource for agronomists forest experts farmers researchers and students of agricultural and forestry sciences. | The Chestnut Handbook Crop & Forest Management

GBP 44.99
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Peatland Biogeochemistry and Watershed Hydrology at the Marcell Experimental Forest

Peatland Biogeochemistry and Watershed Hydrology at the Marcell Experimental Forest

The Marcell Experimental Forest (MEF) in Minnesota serves as a living laboratory and provides scientists with a fundamental understanding of peatland hydrology acid rain impacts nutrient and carbon cycling trace gas emissions and controls on mercury transport in boreal watersheds. Its important role in scientific research continues to grow as the data gathered offers invaluable insight into environmental changes over the last century and goes far in answering many of today’s pressing questions at landscape and global scales. Synthesizing five decades of research Peatland Biogeochemistry and Watershed Hydrology at the Marcell Experimental Forest includes hundreds of research publications dozens of graduate theses and even some previously unpublished studies. Research at the MEF has been at the forefront of many scientific disciplines and these 15 chapters offer the depth and breadth of long-term studies on hydrology biogeochemistry ecology and forest management on peatland watersheds at the MEF. Focusing on peatlands lakes and upland landscapes the book begins with the pioneering research on hydrology done during the 1960s. It presents the innovative 1970’s studies of atmospheric deposition; the 1980’s research into nutrient cycles including carbon nitrogen and methane emissions; and the 1990’s investigations into mercury deposition. The book concludes with a look at the latest and on-going studies such as this century’s research into controls on methylmercury production and landscape-level carbon storage and cycling. Covering 50 years of research and written by a veritable who’s who in peatland and forestry science this important milestone in the collection of ecological data highlights bright prospects for future research including the continuation of existing long-term measurements the initiation of new monitoring programs and plans for unprecedented studies on climate change.

GBP 69.99
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Restoration of Boreal and Temperate Forests

Restoration of Boreal and Temperate Forests

Humans have influenced the landscapes and forests throughout the temperate and boreal zones for millennia. Restoration of Boreal and Temperate Forests Second Edition focuses on the negative impact of human activity and explains the importance of forest restoration as a way to repair habitat restore forest structure and function and counteract the lasting effects of humanity. The book offers broad geographic coverage as well as a combination of review and case study chapters providing social and policy contexts for restoration of specific forest types. This revised edition begins with a historical context for restoration provides a conceptual framework for understanding the relationship between degradation and restoration and defines terms within that framework. While building on the first edition it presents the response of restorationists to the current challenges of interpreting scattered science on forest history stand development and natural processes. It combines applicable experience designed to improve present and future ecological and social sustainability. Describes restoration in the context of rapid social economic environmental and climate changeLooks toward the future presenting several completely new topics in forest restorationCovers different starting points for restoration from non-forest to degraded forestRestoration of Boreal and Temperate Forests Second Edition aids in the understanding of the diverse cultural and ecological contexts for restoration of temperate and boreal forests and the creation of a better foundation of documented knowledge to support future and existing restoration decisions.

GBP 74.99
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Long-Term Monitoring and Research in Asian University Forests Understanding Environmental Changes and Ecosystem Responses

Long-Term Monitoring and Research in Asian University Forests Understanding Environmental Changes and Ecosystem Responses

This book disseminates various long-term data and research results from university forests in Asia towards realizing adaptive forest management and conservation based on a comprehensive understanding of environmental changes and ecological responses. University forests - which refer to large forested areas owned or controlled by universities and devoted primarily to research and teaching programs in forest-related sciences - have collected managed and analyzed long-term meteorological hydrological biological and geographic data under an organizationally stable observation system. With the influence of global warming becoming apparent and extreme weather events occurring more frequently in the region it is an important and urgent challenge to understand long-term environmental and ecosystem changes in forests and provide robust scientific knowledge on how ecosystems respond to those changes. This book is a step towards addressing the challenge. The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of the Journal of Forest Research. | Long-Term Monitoring and Research in Asian University Forests Understanding Environmental Changes and Ecosystem Responses

GBP 130.00
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Basics of Wildlife Health Care and Management

Basics of Wildlife Health Care and Management

The book provides basic understanding of the various topics of wildlife which will be useful for biologist zoologist veterinarians working in forest zoos or at field level where they use to get wild animals for post mortem or for treatment. It also provides helpful information to the forest officers zoo managers and protected area managers for critical care management and for doing needful things before approaching a veterinarian to save the life of animal or to collect biological material useful for diagnosis. Note: T&F does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India Pakistan Nepal Bhutan Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. | Basics of Wildlife Health Care and Management

GBP 99.99
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Cardamom The Genus Elettaria

Cardamom The Genus Elettaria

Cardamom otherwise known as Malabar cardamom true cardamom or small cardamom second only to pepper in its importance during the Renaissance period is often qualified as the Queen of Spices because of its very pleasant aroma and taste. The Western Ghat forest of the Malabar coast India is the center of origin and diversity for cardamom and it might have been nature's design that the King and Queen of spices (black pepper and cardamom) originated in the same forest. This volume contains sixteen chapters fourteen on cardamom and one each on large cardamom and false cardamoms. All aspects of the cardamom crop have been covered in this volume and each chapter is written by experts in their respective fields. This volume is visualized as both a textbook and reference work for scientists and students of horticulture plantation crops botany and related fields and will go on to serve as the main reference volume on cardamom for many years to come. | Cardamom The Genus Elettaria

GBP 59.99
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Flood Handbook Analysis and Modeling

Flood Handbook Analysis and Modeling

Floods are difficult to prevent but can be managed in order to reduce their environmental social cultural and economic impacts. Flooding poses a serious threat to life and property and therefore it’s very important that flood risks be taken into account during any planning process. This handbook presents different aspects of flooding in the context of a changing climate and across various geographical locations. Written by experts from around the world it examines flooding in various climates and landscapes taking into account environmental ecological hydrological and geomorphic factors and considers urban agricultural rangeland forest coastal and desert areas. Features: Presents the main principles and applications of the science of floods including engineering and technology natural science and sociological implications. Considers floods in urban agricultural rangeland forest coastal and desert areas. Covers flood control structures as well as preparedness and response methods. Written in a global context by contributors from around the world. | Flood Handbook Analysis and Modeling

GBP 170.00
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Flood Handbook Three-Volume Set

Flood Handbook Three-Volume Set

Floods are difficult to prevent but can be managed in order to reduce their environmental social cultural and economic impacts. Flooding poses a serious threat to life and property and therefore it’s very important that flood risks be taken into account during any planning process. This handbook presents different aspects of flooding in the context of a changing climate and across various geographical locations. Written by experts from around the world it examines flooding in various climates and landscapes taking into account environmental ecological hydrological and geomorphic factors and considers urban agriculture rangeland forest coastal and desert areas. Features Presents the main principles and applications of the science of floods including engineering and technology natural science as well as sociological implications. Examines flooding in various climates and diverse landscapes taking into account environmental ecological hydrological and geomorphic factors. Considers floods in urban agriculture rangeland forest coastal and desert areas Covers flood control structures as well as preparedness and response methods. Written in a global context by contributors from around the world. | Flood Handbook Three-Volume Set

GBP 370.00
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Bio-based Wood Adhesives Preparation Characterization and Testing

Bio-based Wood Adhesives Preparation Characterization and Testing

Adhesive bonding plays an increasing role in the forest product industry and is a key factor for efficiently utilizing timber and other lignocellulosic resources. As synthetic wood adhesives are mostly derived from depleting petrochemical resources and have caused increasing environmental concern natural product and byproduct-derived adhesives have attracted much attention in the last decades. Although adhesives made from plant and animal sources have been in existence since ancient times increased knowledge of their chemistry and improved technical formulation of their preparation are still needed to promote their broader industrial applications. The primary goals of this book are to (1) synthesize the fundamental knowledge and latest research on bio-based adhesives from a remarkable range of natural products and byproducts (2) identify need areas and provide directions of future bio-based adhesive research and (3) help integrating research findings in practical adhesive application for maximal benefits. This book covers information on a variety of natural products and byproducts and the latest research on formulation testing and improvement of the relevant adhesives in fifteen chapters written by an international group of accomplished contributors. This book will serve as a valuable reference source for university faculty graduate students research scientists agricultural and wood engineers international organization advocators and government agency regulators who work and deal with enhanced utilization of agricultural and forest products and byproducts. | Bio-based Wood Adhesives Preparation Characterization and Testing

GBP 44.99
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Medicinal Plants of Ecuador

Medicinal Plants of Ecuador

This unique volume draws on the rich culture folklore and environment of medicinal plants in Ecuador which includes the important rain forest region. This country has rich plant resources and a large diversity of plants. In particular the Biotechnological Research Center of Ecuador CIBE is an important center of plant research and biodiversity. For more than 16 years CIBE has been performing scientific research on plants and microorganisms with extensive focus on biodiversity biotechnology bioproducts hytopathology molecular biology tissue culture and technology transfer. The Center has state-of-the-art infrastructure and technology and a great strength in human resources. | Medicinal Plants of Ecuador

GBP 44.99
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Introduction to Environment Biodiversity and Climate Change

Introduction to Environment Biodiversity and Climate Change

Environment includes air water land and the inter relationship between air water land and human beings and other living creatures plants micro-organisms and property. Environment effects the wellbeing of man animal and plants world over. Man is more advanced in intellect and hence it is the duty of man to protect the environment from undesired pollutions. The book discusses various aspects of Global warming climate change health hazards dwindling of forest water resources and natural resources and stress on biological diversity. Note: T&F does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India Pakistan Nepal Bhutan Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. | Introduction to Environment Biodiversity and Climate Change

GBP 82.99
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Managing Boreal Forests in the Context of Climate Change Impacts Adaptation and Climate Change Mitigation

Managing Boreal Forests in the Context of Climate Change Impacts Adaptation and Climate Change Mitigation

In many places in the world forests dominate landscapes and provide various products. Future climate change could profoundly alter the productivity of forest ecosystems and species composition. Until now climate impact research has primarily focused on the likely impacts of rise in temperature increased atmospheric CO2 concentration and varying precipitation on unmanaged forests. The issue that now needs to be addressed is how to sustainably manage climate change for timber production and biomass. Though climate change is a global issue impacts on forests depend on local environmental conditions and management methods so this book will look at the issue under varying local contexts. | Managing Boreal Forests in the Context of Climate Change Impacts Adaptation and Climate Change Mitigation

GBP 44.99
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Wildlife Habitat Management Concepts and Applications in Forestry Second Edition

Wildlife Habitat Management Concepts and Applications in Forestry Second Edition

Shortlisted for the 2018 TWS Wildlife Publication Awards in the authored book categoryIn recent years conflicts between ecological conservation and economic growth forced a reassessment of the motivations and goals of wildlife and forestry management. Focus shifted from game and commodity management to biodiversity conservation and ecological forestry. Previously separate fields such as forestry biology botany and zoology merged into a common framework known as conservation biology and resource professionals began to approach natural resource problems in an interdisciplinary light. Wildlife Habitat Management: Concepts and Applications in Forestry presents an integrated reference combining silvicultural and forest planning principles with principles of habitat ecology and conservation biology. With extensive references and case studies drawn from real situations this book begins with general concepts such as habitat selection forest composition influences on habitat patterns and the dynamics of disturbance ecology. It considers management approaches for specific habitats including even-aged and uneven-aged systems riparian areas and dead wood and highlights those approaches that will conserve and manage biodiversity. The author discusses assessment and prioritization policies monitoring techniques and ethical and legal issues that can have worldwide impact. Detailed appendices provide a glossary scientific names and tools for measuring and interpreting habitat elements. Writing in a species-specific manner the author emphasizes the need to consider the potential effects of management decisions on biodiversity conservation and maintains a holistic approach throughout the book. Drawing from the author’s more than 30 years working and teaching in natural resources conservation Wildlife Habitat Management: Concepts and Applications in Forestry provides a synopsis of current preservation techniques and establishes a common body of knowledge from which to approach the conservation of biodiversity in the future. | Wildlife Habitat Management Concepts and Applications in Forestry Second Edition

GBP 44.99
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Advanced Applications in Remote Sensing of Agricultural Crops and Natural Vegetation

Advanced Applications in Remote Sensing of Agricultural Crops and Natural Vegetation

Written by leading global experts including pioneers in the field the four-volume set on Hyperspectral Remote Sensing of Vegetation Second Edition reviews existing state-of-the-art knowledge highlights advances made in different areas and provides guidance for the appropriate use of hyperspectral data in the study and management of agricultural crops and natural vegetation. Volume IV Advanced Applications in Remote Sensing of Agricultural Crops and Natural Vegetation discusses the use of hyperspectral or imaging spectroscopy data in numerous specific and advanced applications such as forest management precision farming managing invasive species and local to global land cover change detection. It emphasizes the importance of hyperspectral remote sensing tools for studying vegetation processes and functions as well as the appropriate use of hyperspectral data for vegetation management practices. The concluding chapter provides readers with useful guidance on the highlights and essence of Volume IV through the editors’ perspective. Key Features of Volume IV:Guides readers to harness the capabilities of the most recent advances in applying hyperspectral remote sensing technology to the study of terrestrial vegetation. Includes specific applications on agriculture crop management practices study of crop stress and diseases crop characteristics based on inputs (e. g. nitrogen irrigation) study of vegetation impacted by heavy metals gross and net primary productivity studies light use efficiency studies crop water use and actual evapotranspiration studies phenology monitoring land use and land cover studies global change studies plant species detection wetland and forest characterization and mapping crop productivity and crop water productivity mapping and modeling. Encompasses hyperspectral or imaging spectroscopy data in narrow wavebands used across visible red-edge near-infrared far-infrared shortwave infrared and thermal portions of the spectrum. Explains the implementation of hyperspectral remote sensing data processing mechanisms in a standard fast and efficient manner for their applications. Discusses cloud computing to overcome hyperspectral remote sensing massive big data challenges. Provides hyperspectral analysis of rocky surfaces on the earth and other planetary systems.

GBP 42.99
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Pythium Diagnosis Diseases and Management

Pythium Diagnosis Diseases and Management

Pythium is one of the most important phytopathogens causing significant damage to agriculture forest and nurseries etc. It is an unseen enemy of the root zone of various plants and hence considered as hidden terror for a number of plants. An accurate diagnosis and identification of Pythium causing various infections in plants is very important because it is often confused with several other fungi. Pythium infections are difficult to control once they have set in. Therefore its effective and ecofriendly management is of paramount importance. In addition there are many reports on Pythium causing infections in human beings and animals. The present book on Pythium focuses on various aspects which mainly include pathogenesis technological developments in detection and diagnosis and its management. Key FeaturesIncludes identification of Pythium spp. by traditional and molecular methodsDeals with different diseases caused by Pythium sppDescribes the role of Pythium in mammalian diseasesIncorporates various management strategiesDiscusses emerging role of nanotechnological tools for the management of Pythium diseases | Pythium Diagnosis Diseases and Management

GBP 44.99
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Ecology and Environment

Ecology and Environment

The alarming rise in greenhouse gas and pollution level which has resulted in serious environmental and ecological harm is the biggest concern today. It has not only made the lives of mankind miserable but also threatens their very existence. Ecology and Environment has delved in depth on the subject and brings a broad perspective of the various issues. Following the curriculum of University Grants Commission the book covers different types of ecosystem on the earth. It deals with the effective and sustainable use of natural resources which includes water forest mineral resources in the ground and productive land. The book explains the population trends in the world and India and how it is impacting the environment. The role of public participation in promoting environmental sustainability is explored too. Please note: This volume is Co-published with The Energy and Resources Institute Press New Delhi. Taylor & Francis does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India Pakistan Nepal Bhutan Bangladesh and Sri Lanka

GBP 130.00
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Wood Adhesives Chemistry and Technology-Volume 2

Wood Adhesives Chemistry and Technology-Volume 2

The perfect companion to the highly acclaimed Volume 1 of Wood Adhesives Volume 2 presents stimulating discussions on technically and economically importantadhesives for wood bonding-covering their preparation and formulation as well astechniques and suggestions for their application. Like its companion book Wood Adhesives Volume 2 provides up-to-date informationand analysis of new technologies and recent breakthroughs . gives insightinto the relationship between adhesive chemistry and technical application . anddiscusses present and future trends likely to have considerable impact on the field. Elaborating upon general overviews presented in Volume 1 Wood Adhesives Volume 2 includes a chapter on protein adhesives . fills the gap on the chemistryof polyvinyl acetate wood adhesives . contains a detailed discussion of formaldehydeemission . and much more. A complementary and much needed follow-up to Volume 1 Wood Adhesives Volume 2 is essential reading for wood technologists; adhesives and physicalchemists; forest products researchers; polymer scientists; chemical mechanical process and civil engineers who must choose and apply wood adhesives; and advancedundergraduate and graduate students in the above disciplines. | Wood Adhesives Chemistry and Technology-Volume 2

GBP 59.99
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Engineered Bamboo Structures

Engineered Bamboo Structures

Bamboo is in the spotlight as a potential building material in the current pursuit of a CO2-neutral society due to its rapid maturation and excellent mechanical properties. Despite the growing interest in bamboo in academia and society there is a lack of systematic understanding of the fabrication design and construction processes using bamboo as a modern industrial material. This is the first book to describe a new category of structural systems constructed with engineered bamboo. It gives a definition of engineered bamboo (glubam) in an analogy with steel structures and wood structures. Structural systems and components have been designed using glubam; then industrialized production processes of glubam are described. Based on state-of-the-art research design guidelines are suggested in a comparable and parallel approach to the existing guidelines for composite wood structures. The book also discusses bamboo structures in the context of sustainable development including the benefits of using bamboo as an alternative or replacement for wood especially for developing countries many of which are faced with the lack or destruction of forest resources. | Engineered Bamboo Structures

GBP 99.99
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Vultures Their Evolution Ecology and Conservation

Vultures Their Evolution Ecology and Conservation

This book reexamines current knowledge on the evolution ecology and conservation biology of both New World vultures (Cathartidae) and Old World vultures (Accipitridae) and seeks answers to past and present regional extinctions colorizations and conservation questions. Extinct species of both families are examined as is the disputed evidence for familial similarities and differences currently under review by geneticists and ornithologists. Conservation questions concern the extent to which recent land cover change (deforestation urbanization and desertification) wildlife depletions and pollution have affected scavenging vultures. Such changes are examined as both positive and negative for vultures—a growing body of literature hints at the positive impacts of urban waste more open forests forest fires landscape cultivation road kills and shore development especially with increased attention to bird adaptation and new theories of adaptive management in conservation. These are contrasted with the conservation of other raptors and scavengers. Within new trends in conservation with emphases on animal/human shared co-evolution in intensely habituated spaces vulture conservation requires important new perspectives that contrast with the needs of other species conservation. | Vultures Their Evolution Ecology and Conservation

GBP 44.99
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Cellulose Development Processing and Applications

Cellulose Development Processing and Applications

Cellulose: Development Processing and Applications covers topics related to advanced cellulose development and processing as well as the utilization of major agricultural and biomass waste. It discusses the utilization of cellulose from other agricultural and biomass materials including oil palm biomass bamboo and other non-wood forest products in emerging areas. It covers the treatments used to improve the quality of cellulosic materials in specific applications. Following that the book delves into the use of cellulosic materials in the application of composting science and technology. Features: Delves into the specific agriculture waste/biomass waste materials used for the advanced cellulose-based production Outlines the potential use of the covered materials for energy production and other emerging applications Includes composting technology and processes using the cellulosic materials Overviews industrial applications of cellulose from agricultural waste/biomass waste and composting technology Discusses the main agricultural waste/biomass in the Asian region This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in chemical engineering bioprocessing composites and biotechnology. | Cellulose Development Processing and Applications

GBP 140.00
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