Epigenetics: How Environment Shapes Our Genes (Francis Richard C.)(Paperback)

Epigenetics: How Environment Shapes Our Genes (Francis Richard C.)(Paperback)

The burgeoning new science of epigenetics offers a cornucopia of insights--some comforting, some frightening. For example, the male fetus may be especially vulnerable to certain common chemicals in our environment, in ways that damage not only his own sperm but also the sperm of his sons. And it's

Rivers of Power - How a Natural Force Raised Kingdoms, Destroyed Civilizations, and Shapes Our World (Smith Laurence C.)(Paperback / softback)

Introducing Epigenetics: A Graphic Guide (Ennis Cath)(Paperback)

Epigenetics is the most exciting field in biology today, developing our understanding of disease, hereditary traits, and evolution.In a striking comic-book style, Introducing Epigenetics pulls apart the double helix, illustrating the key concepts in cell biology and exploring the route from

Ecology: A Very Short Introduction (Ghazoul Jaboury)(Paperback)

Understanding how our living environment works is essentially a study of ecological systems. Ecology is the science of how organisms interact with each other and with their environment, and how such interactions create self-organising communities and ecosystems. This science touches us all. The

Epigenetics, Second Edition (Allis C. David)(Pevná vazba)

In many biological processes the regulation of gene expression involves epigenetic mechanisms. In this new edition of Epigenetics, 36 chapters written by experts in the field introduce and explain epigenetic effects from many perspectives. These include the varied molecular mechanisms underpinning

Super Science - How Science Shapes Our World (DK)(Pevná vazba)

Race, Culture and Media (Saha Anamik)(Paperback)

How do media 'make' race? How do legacies of empire shape our understandings of race and media? How does racism structure the media industries? Is the internet an inherently white space? Understanding the relationship between race, culture and media has never been more important. From the

GCHQ (Aldrich Richard)(Paperback / softback)

As we become ever-more aware of how our governments 'eavesdrop' on our conversations, here is a gripping exploration of this unknown realm of the British secret service: Government Communication Headquarters

The Psychology of Prejudice (Gross Richard)(Paperback)

Why do we develop extreme attitudes to others? Can our personality contribute to our prejudices? How do we reduce prejudice and discrimination? The Psychology of Prejudice explores different forms of prejudice and discrimination, from racial jokes to genocide. It looks at what might cause our

Language of Things (Sudjic Deyan)(Paperback / softback)

Decodes the things around us: their hidden meanings, our relationship with them, how they shape our lives and why we desire them. This book makes us part with our money. It defines who we think we

Introduction to Architecture (Ching Francis D. K.)(Paperback)

A survey of the built environment distills the work of legendary author and illustrator Francis D. K. Ching into a single volume Introduction to Architecture presents the essential texts and drawings of Francis D. K. Ching for those new to architecture and design. With his typical highly graphic

The Agile Gene: How Nature Turns on Nurture (Ridley Matt)(Paperback)

Armed with extraordinary new discoveries about our genes, acclaimed science writer Matt Ridley turns his attention to the nature-versus-nurture debate in a thoughtful book about the roots of human behavior.Ridley recounts the hundred years' war between the partisans of nature and nurture to explain

How Population Change Will Transform Our World (Harper Sarah)(Paperback)

Predicting the shape of our future populations is vital for installing the infrastructure, welfare, and provisions necessary for society to survive. There are many opportunities and challenges that will come with the changes in our populations over the 21st century. In this new addition to the21st

Power of Showing Up - how parental presence shapes who our kids become and how their brains get wired (Siegel Daniel J. MD)(Paperback / softback)

Not in Our Genes: Biology, Ideology, and Human Nature (Lewontin Richard)(Paperback)

Three eminent scientists analyze the scientific, social, and political roots of biological

Social Psychology: A Very Short Introduction (Crisp Richard J.)(Paperback)

Social psychology is about the people who populate our everyday lives, and how they affect our 'personal universe', defining who we are, and shaping our behavior, beliefs, attitudes, and ideology. In an age where we've mapped the human genome and explored much of the physical world, the study of

Earth - An Intimate History (Fortey Richard)(Paperback / softback)

The paperback of the Sunday Times bestseller that reveals how the earth became the shape it is today. This book will change the way you see the world -

Mind in Architecture: Neuroscience, Embodiment, and the Future of Design (Robinson Sarah)(Paperback)

Leading neuroscientists and architects explore how the built environment affects our behavior, thoughts, emotions, and well-being.Although we spend more than ninety percent of our lives inside buildings, we understand very little about how the built environment affects our behavior, thoughts,

How to Love a Country: Poems (Blanco Richard)(Paperback)

A timely and moving collection from the renowned inaugural poet on issues facing our country and people--immigration, gun violence, racism, LGBTQ issues, and more. Through an oracular yet intimate and accessible voice, Richard Blanco addresses the complexities and contradictions of our nationhood

Our Charades and How We Played Them (Jean Francis)(Paperback)

With a Few Practical Hints On the Proper Management of This Favourite and Most Interesting Pastime This book, 'Our Charades and How We Played Them', by Jean Francis, is a replication of a book originally published before 1965. It has been restored by human beings, page by page, so that you may

Driven: How Human Nature Shapes Our Choices (Nohria Nitin)(Paperback)

Driven ist ein ganz erstaunliches und provozierendes Buch. Zwei Professoren der Harvard Business School fassen hier die Gedanken der letzten 200 Jahre sowie die neuesten wissenschaftlichen Erkenntnisse zusammen, um eine ganz neue Theorie ber das Wesen des Menschen aufzustellen. Sie veranlassen den

How to Travel Guilt Free: Essential Tips for Ethical Travellers (Wanderlust)(Paperback)

We have never been more conscious of our impact on the environment. At work, home and in nature, we strive to find balance with our surroundings - but how can you indulge your love of exploring the world without damaging it in the process? How to Travel Guilt Free is the Wanderlust magazine guide

Francis Plug - How To Be A Public Author (Ewen Paul)(Paperback / softback)

Our Common Future (World Commission on Environment and Deve)(Paperback)

In 1983, the U.N. General Assembly created the World Commission on Environment and Development, an independent committee of twenty-two members, headed by Gro Harlem Brundtland, the Prime Minister of Norway. Designed to examine global environment and development to the year 2000 and beyond, the