Nouveautés ebooks - 14 octobre 2024

Anon (2020)

An Encyclopaedia of the Main Varieties of Timber - From Acacia to Zebra-Wood with Notes on Colour, Strength and Common Uses.

White press.

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A helpful A-Z guide, through the different types of timber available to the amateur carpenter. Including an introductory essay on woodworking.

Cutts, S. (2025)

Synthetic Biology Handbook.

Kruger Brentt.

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The book begins with an in-depth exploration of the role of genetic engineering technology in the manipulation of organisms' genetics. It provides a foundational understanding of the principles and applications of genetic engineering in the context of Synthetic Biology. It also delves into the present and future applications of molecular cloning, ranging from aquaculture to plant heterosis and anticancer activities

Encyclopaedia of medical physics.

2nd ed (2021). Boca Raton: CRC press.

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This second updated edition of the Encyclopaedia of Medical Physics contains over 3300 cross-referenced entries related to medical physics and associated technologies. The materials are supported by over 1300 figures and diagrams. The Encyclopaedia also includes over 600 synonyms, abbreviations and other linked entries.

Felix, L.A. (2025)

Biotechnology: New Concepts and Innovations.

Kruger Brentt.

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The book provides a thorough exploration of various branches of biotechnology, including Plant Biotechnology, Medical Biotechnology, Microbial Biotechnology, Animal Biotechnology, and General Biotechnology. Each chapter presents innovative research and advancements in its respective field, offering readers insights into the latest developments and technologies. 

Fraser, E.D.G. (2023)

Cellular Agriculture: Technology, Society, Sustainability and Science.

1st ed. San Diego: Elsevier Science & Technology.

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This book highlights new applications of these nanoforms in the field of agricultural science, written by an international team of experts from across this broad discipline. It is essential reading for graduate students, researchers and practitioners involved in the application of nanotechnology in agriculture.

Freedgood, J. (2024)

Planning sustainable and resilient food systems: from soil to soil.

New York, NY: Routledge.

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Covid-19 was a canary in a mine. It exposed the vulnerabilities of 21st-century food systems but did not create them. Since then, the world has faced a “polycrisis:” a cluster of weather-related crop failures, war-induced food and energy shortages, and import dilemmas with compounding effects. Going forward, we need to plan for more sustainable and resilient food systems that improve environmental outcomes and address economic disparities. But food systems planning is a relatively new discipline and guidance is scarce. This book fills that gap.

Kishore Mohanta, Y. et al. (eds) (2024)

Graphene-based nanomaterials: applications in food, agriculture and healthcare.

First edition. Boca Raton London New York: CRC Press.

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The book presents a comprehensive overview of the historical, current, and prospective application realms of nanobiotechnological research pertaining to graphene, a carbon-based nanomaterial, and its diverse forms in the fields of food and agriculture, as well as health sciences and technology. Young nanotechnologists and businesses will have access to nanobioanalytical methods. Given the present circumstances, it is crucial to underscore the potential ramifications that diverse forms of graphene nanomaterials could have on the food sector, agricultural methodologies, and healthcare. This book presents an analysis of the potential advantages of graphene-based nanomaterials over traditional materials in the food, agriculture, and health care sectors.

Lima, A., De Vivo, B. and Belkin, H.E. (eds) (2018)

Environmental geochemistry: site characterization, data analysis and case histories.

Second edition. Amsterdam, Netherlands: Elsevier.

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Environmental Geochemistry: Site Characterization, Data Analysis and Case Histories, Second Edition, reviews the role of geochemistry in the environment and details state-of-the-art applications of these principles in the field, specifically in pollution and remediation situations. 

Malik, M.I. (2024)

Handbook of Nanomaterials, Volume 1: Electronics, Information Technology, Energy, Transportation, and Consumer Products.

1st ed. San Diego: Elsevier (Micro and Nano Technologies Series).

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Handbook of Nanomaterials, Volume One: Electronics, Information Technology, Energy, Transportation, and Consumer Products offers a comprehensive resource that introduces the role of nanotechnology and nanomaterials in a broad range of areas, covering fundamentals, methods, and applications. In this volume, the initial chapters introduce the core concepts of nanotechnology, synthesis methods, and characterization techniques.

McFetrich, D. (2022)

An Encyclopaedia of World Bridges.

Philadelphia: Pen & Sword Transport. 

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Bridges are one of the most important artefacts constructed by man, the structures having had an incalculable effect on the development of trade and civilisation throughout the world. Their construction has led to continuing advances in civil engineering technology, leading to bigger spans and the use of new materials. Their failures, too, whether from an inadequate understanding of engineering principles or as a result of natural catastrophes or warfare, have often caused immense hardship as a result of lost lives or broken communications.

Peh, A. (2025)

Introduction to Systems Biology: Design Principles of Biological Circuits.

Kruger Brentt.

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This book seems to provide a comprehensive introduction to systems biology, covering mathematical representations, metabolic modeling, dynamic aspects of biological systems, and the application of modeling to understand physical processes. Systems biology often integrates principles from biology, mathematics, and physics. Emphasis on applying modeling techniques to real-world biological systems. Recognition of the dynamic nature of biological processes and the importance of understanding change over time. Encouraging readers to view biological systems holistically, considering the interactions and relationships among components. The book may be suitable for readers interested in a more analytical and mathematical approach to studying biological systems.

Ravishankar, G.A. (2024)

Handbook of Plant-Based Meat Analogs: Innovation, Technology and Quality.

1st ed. San Diego: Elsevier Science & Technology.

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This book provides the most up-to-date information on plant-based meat analogs, sources of ingredients, industrial processes, large-scale production, and health benefits, including safety and regulatory aspects and environmental implications.

Sa, T. (2024)

Beneficial Microbes for Sustainable Agriculture under Stress Conditions: Functional Traits and Regulation.

1st ed. San Diego: Elsevier Science & Technology.

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Beneficial Microbes for Sustainable Agriculture under Abiotic Stress: Functional Traits and Regulation highlights the potential for microbe-mediated stress phytotolerance to be improved by presenting multiple scenarios of application and results.

Singh, D. (2024)

Biomaterials and Stem Cell Therapies for Biomedical Applications.

1st ed. San Diego: Elsevier Science & Technology (Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials Series).

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Biomaterials and Stem Cell Therapies for Biomedical Applications discusses the current research concepts and emerging technologies in the fields of biomaterials and tissue engineering. Divided into four distinct sections, the book explores these state-of-the art technologies, opening with a description of stem cell technologies for biomedical applications before exploring biomaterials for biomedical applications, combinational approaches using stem cells and biomaterials, and finally, nanomedicine approaches for tissue regeneration. Topics include wound healing, tissue engineering, regenerative biomaterials, and stem cell treatments for wound healing and tissue regeneration. This concise and informative volume presents the latest developments in a highly informative and easy-to-read style.

Verdinelli, V. (2025)

Yeast Biotechnology.

Kruger Brentt.

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This book encompasses a broad spectrum of topics within yeast biotechnology, offering in-depth discussions on the production of aroma compounds, long-chain dicarboxylic acids, citric acid, lipolytic enzymes, and much more. Each chapter provides a thorough examination of the respective subject, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the diverse applications of yeast in biotechnological processes. Individuals with a general interest in biotechnology and its applications will find the book accessible and engaging. The diverse topics covered appeal to readers with a curiosity about the role of yeast in shaping modern biotechnological practices. This book is designed to cater the needs of a diverse audience, making it a valuable resource for researchers, students, and professionals with varied backgrounds and interests in biotechnology. The comprehensive and detailed exploration of yeast biotechnology makes this book an essential reference for researchers and academics working in the fields of microbiology, biotechnology, genetics, and bioengineering.

White, R.E. (2015)

Understanding Vineyard Soils.

2nd ed. New York: Oxford University Press USA - OSO.

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With a minimum of scientific jargon, Understanding Vineyard Soils explains the interaction between soils on a variety of parent materials around the world and grapevine growth and wine typicity. The essential chemical and physical processes involving nutrients, water, oxygen and carbon dioxide, moderated by the activities of soil organisms, are discussed. Methods are proposed for alleviating adverse conditions such as soil acidity, sodicity, compaction, poor drainage, and salinity.