Life sciences

Cambridge University Press publishes across the broad spectrum of biological sciences, from molecular and cell biology through zoology and behavior to ecology. As well as publishing high level academic books and important series we have growing list of undergraduate and graduate textbooks. We also foster links with many key organizations and societies and publish with them or on their behalf.

The Role of Biotechnology in a Sustainable Food Supply

Jennie S. Popp, Molly M. Jahn, Marty D. Matlock, Nathan P. Kemper

One of the main challenges of our generation is the creation of an efficient system that provides sustainable food, feed, fiber, and fuel from the land while also preserving biodiversity and ecosystems. This edited volume – which includes contributions from leading scholars in many different fields – discusses the many factors in the use of agricultural and food biotechnology as we work toward sustainable food production systems. The focus includes diverse perspectives on the challenges, opportunities, success stories, barriers, and risks associated with biotechnology. Further studies on the effects of biotechnology on the environment are summarized. The book also discusses relevant ethical and moral issues, potential changes to government policies and economics, and other social implications of agricultural biotechnology. This comprehensive and interdisciplinary book will be of great interest to students, professionals, and researchers in various fields – from bioengineering, agriculture, and ecosystem science, to economics and political science.

$99.00 (C)

Principles of Pharmacogenetics and Pharmacogenomics

Russ B. Altman, David Flockhart, David B. Goldstein

The study of pharmacogenetics and pharmacogenomics focuses on how our genes and complex gene systems influence our response to drugs. This textbook discusses the latest information on how human genetics impacts drug response phenotypes, for health care professionals, medical students, pharmacy students, and graduate students and researchers in the biosciences.

$99.00 (Z)

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Chimpanzees of the Lakeshore

Natural History and Culture at Mahale

Toshisada Nishida

Explores the long-term studies at Mahale, Tanzania and the important insights they have provided into wild chimpanzee behaviour and ecology.

$50.00 (Z)

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Ecology and Conservation of the Sirenia

Dugongs and Manatees

Helene Marsh, Thomas J. O'Shea, John E. Reynolds III

A synthesis of the ecological and related knowledge pertinent to understanding the biology and conservation of dugongs and manatees.

$65.00 (Z)

Terrestrial Ecosystem Ecology

Principles and Applications

Göran I. Ågren, Folke O. Andersson

Explains the structure, function and dynamics of terrestrial ecosystems and demonstrates the application of ecosystem ecology to current environmental problems.

$59.00 (Z)

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Evolution of Plant-Pollinator Relationships

Sébastien Patiny

Wide-ranging in coverage, this book outlines current knowledge and complex emerging topics in the evolution of plants and their pollinators.

$125.00 (C)

Modelling Natural Action Selection

Anil K. Seth, Tony J. Prescott, Joanna J. Bryson

Uses cutting-edge computational models to explore the fundamental biological problem of action selection in nature.

$140.00 (C)

Fire in Mediterranean Ecosystems

Ecology, Evolution and Management

Jon E. Keeley, William J. Bond, Ross A. Bradstock, Juli G. Pausas, Philip W. Rundel

Explores the role of fire in Mediterranean-type climate ecosystems, providing unique insights into the assembly and evolutionary convergence of ecosystems.