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Jordan in Bloom: Wildflowers of the Holy Land
2000
Dasha Formicheva and Lytton John Musselman

The book is a selection of a few of Jordan's native plants expressed in exquisite watercolors by Dasha Fomicheva. The text reflects the cultural importance of these plants as recorded in various sacred writings, lore, and legend. [From Amazon.com]
Solutions to Parallel and Distributed Computing Problems: Lessons from Biological Sciences
2000
Albert Y. Zomaya (Editor), Fikret Ercal (Editor), and Stephan Olariu (Editor)

Solving problems in parallel and distributed computing through the use of bio-inspired techniques. Recent years have seen a surge of interest in computational methods patterned after natural phenomena, with biologically inspired techniques such as fuzzy logic, neural networks, simulated annealing, genetic algorithms, or evolutionary computer models increasingly being harnessed for problem solving in parallel and distributed computing. Solutions to Parallel and Distributed Computing Problems presents a comprehensive review of the state of the art in the field, providing researchers and practitioners with critical information on the use of bio-inspired techniques for improving software and hardware design in high-performance computing. [From the back cover]
HIV & Social Interaction
1998
Valerian J. Derlega (Editor) and Anita P. Barbee (Editor)

Along with the distress associated with the diagnosis of a life-threatening disease, individuals with HIV also face huge social challenges based on reactions to their disease by other individuals and society. While there are numerous books covering research on risk of HIV infection and attitudes about the disease, limited empirical research on the social interaction process in coping with HIV exists. Carefully edited, HIV and Social Interaction explores the seropositive personÆs relationships with family, friends, intimate partners, and other members of his or her social network. The contributors present original theoretical models and research, derived from psychology and communication. Written with clarity, HIV and Social Interaction indicates how being HIV positive influences an individualÆs social interactions as well as interpersonal relationships. Chapters include the following topics: + The stigmatization of HIV and AIDS + Weighing the benefits and risks of self-disclosure about the HIV diagnosis + Accessing, finding, and maintaining quality social support + The value of group residence facilities for persons with AIDS + The effects of HIV on intimate relationships + The impact on volunteers who provide assistance to persons with AIDS In addition, the chapter authors discuss implications of their work for interventions and assisting HIV positive individuals, members of their social networks, health providers, and social services providers. A deeper understanding of these and related issues is vital for the comprehensive and empathetic delivery of services by healthcare professionals. HIV and Social Interaction is equally important for social scientists, students, as well as persons who are HIV-positive and anyone within their social network. [Amazon.com]
Survey of Models for Tumor-Immune System Dynamics
1997
John A. Adam and Nicola Bellomo

An enormous amount of human effort and economic resources has been directed in this century to the fight against cancer. The purpose, of course, has been to find strategies to overcome this hard, challenging and seemingly endless struggle. We can readily imagine that even greater efforts will be required in the next century. The hope is that ultimately humanity will be successful; success will have been achieved when it is possible to activate and control the immune system in its competition against neoplastic cells. Dealing with the above-mentioned problem requires the fullest possible cooperation among scientists working in different fields: biology, immunology, medicine, physics and, we believe, mathematics. Certainly, biologists and immunologists will make the greatest contribution to the research. However, it is now increasingly recognized that mathematics and computer science may well able to make major contributions to such problems. We cannot expect mathematicians alone to solve fundamental problems in immunology and (in particular) cancer research, but valuable support, however modest, can be provided by mathematicians to the research aspirations of biologists and immunologists working in this field. [Amazon.com]
The Corals and Coral Reef Fishes of Kuwait
1997
Kent E. Carpenter, P. L. Harrison, G. Hodgson, A. H. Alsaffar, and S. H. Alhazeem

This book describes the coral species and coral reef fishes inhabiting the territorial waters of Kuwait and provides the reader with beautiful photographs of the marine creatures found in and around the reefs.
Living Marine Resources of Kuwait, Eastern Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates
1997
Kent E. Carpenter, F. Krupp, D. A. Jones, and U. Zajonz

This field guide covers the major resource groups likely to be encountered in the fisheries of Kuwait, Eastern Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. It includes marine plants, shrimps, lobsters, crabs, bivalves, gastropods, cephalopods, sharks, batoid fishes, bony fishes, sea snakes, sea turtles, sea birds, and marine mammals. In order to serve as a tool for ecological and biodiversity studies, all species known from the Gulf of certain groups are included. These include the sharks, batoid fishes, bony fishes, sea turtles, and marine mammals. Each resource group is introduced by a general section on technical terms and measurements pertinent to that group and an illustrated guide to higher taxonomic groups when relevant. Species are then treated in a subsequent guide that includes scientific nomenclature, common English and Arabic names where available, size information, information on habitat, biology, and fisheries, diagnostic features, and one or more illustrations, some of which are included in color. The guide is fully indexed and a list of references is appended.
Structural Geology and Personal Computers
1996
Declan G. De Paor

This book will help structural geologists keep abreast of rapid changes in work practices resulting from the personal computer revolution. It is organized into six parts: I Computer-Aided Learning; II Microstructural Analysis; III Analysis of Orientation Data; IV Strain and Kinematic Analysis; V Mathematical and Physical Modeling; VI Structural Mapping and GIS. The 45 contributing authors explain how to: set up computer-aided teaching and learning facilities on a low budget; illustrate tectonic strain concepts with a drawing program; integrate multimedia presentations into structural coursework; analyze microstructures with computer-aided microscopy; produce sophisticated stereonets with custom software for both the Mac and IBM PC; evaluate orientation data using a spreadsheet program; model the development of macrostructures and microstructures numerically; integrate structural and geophysical data; and apply PC technology to the production of structural maps, cross sections, and block diagrams... [From Amazon.com]
Ecological Dynamics of Tick-Borne Zoonoses
1994
Daniel E. Sonenshine and Thomas N. Mather

The ecological relationships found to exist between tick vectors and pathogens in their zootic cycle can profoundly influence patterns of transmission and disease for humans and domestic animals. This book examines the ecological parameters affecting the conservation and regulation of tick-borne zoonoses as well as the geographic and seasonal distributions of those infections. Written by an eminent authority on the subject, the book will be sought after by students and researchers in ecology, invertebrate zoology, parasitology, entomology, public health, and epidemiology. (from amazon.com)
Emperor Fishes and Large-Eye Breams of the World, Family Lethrinidae: An Annotated and illustrated Catalogue of Lethrinid Species Known to Date
1989
Kent E. Carpenter and Gerald R. Allen

This is the ninth issue in the FAO series of worldwide annotated and illustrated catalogues of major groups of organisms that enter marine fisheries. The present volume includes 39 lethrinid species belonging to 5 genera. It comprises an introductory section with general remarks on the systematics, habitat and fisheries of the family, a glossary of technical terms used, illustrated keys to genera and species, and detailed accounts on all species. Species accounts include drawings, scientific and vernacular names, information on habitat, biology and fisheries, and a distribution map. Lists of nominal species in the family, a table of species by major marine fishing areas and color plates follow the species accounts. The work is fully indexed and there is ample reference to pertinent literature.
Fusilier Fishes of the World: An Annotated and Illustrated Catalogue of Caesionid Species Known to Date
1988
Kent E. Carpenter

This is the eighth in the FAO series of worldwide annotated and illustrated catalogues of major groups of organisms that enter marine fisheries. The present volume includes 20 Caesionid species belonging to 4 genera. It provides comprehensive, illustrated keys and a glossary of technical terms and measurements. Individual accounts of species include drawings, scientific and vernacular names, information on habitat, biology and fisheries, and a distribution map. Lists of nominal species in the family and of valid species by major marine fishing areas follow the species accounts. The work is fully indexed and there is ample reference to pertinent literature.
Parasitic Weeds in Agriculture: Volume I
1987
Lytton John Musselman

This book comprises 19 chapters covering the taxonomy and ecology of Striga, seed germination and physiology, information on the haustorium, Striga control and eradication, breeding crops for Striga resistance, and laboratory and field techniques used in Striga research.