Duplicity Theory of Vision: From Newton to the Present

Duplicity Theory of Vision: From Newton to the Present
By Bjorn Stabell, Ulf Stabell

* Publisher: Cambridge University Press
* Number Of Pages: 238
* Publication Date: 2009-09-21
* ISBN-10 / ASIN: 052111117X
* ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780521111171

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The duplicity theory of vision concerns the comparisons (both differences and similarities) and interaction between the cone and rod systems in the visual pathways, with the assumption that the cone system is active during daylight vision and the rod system functions in low light (night time). Research on this aspect of vision dates back to the 17th century and the work of Newton, and is still ongoing today. This book describes the origin and development of this fundamental theory within vision research - whilst also examining the Young-Helmholtz trichromatic colour theory, and the opponent colour theory of Hering - and presents evidence and ideas in light of modern conceptions of the theory. Written for academic researchers and graduate students, the book brings back knowledge of the tradition of duplicity theory, inspiring questions related to anatomy, comparative biology, molecular biology, photochemistry, physiology, genetics, phylogenetics and psychophysics.


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Control Theory and Systems Biology By Pablo A. Iglesias, Brian P. Ingalls

* Publisher: The MIT Press
* Number Of Pages: 384
* Publication Date: 2009-11-30
* ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0262013347
* ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780262013345

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Issues of regulation and control are central to the study of biological and biochemical systems. Thus it is not surprising that the tools of feedback control theory—engineering techniques developed to design and analyze self-regulating systems—have proven useful in the study of these biological mechanisms. Such interdisciplinary work requires knowledge of the results, tools and techniques of another discipline, as well as an understanding of the culture of an unfamiliar research community. This volume attempts to bridge the gap between disciplines by presenting applications of systems and control theory to cell biology that range from surveys of established material to descriptions of new developments in the field.

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Genomics of Tropical Crop Plants (Plant Genetics and Genomics Crops and Models)

Genomics of Tropical Crop Plants (Plant Genetics and Genomics: Crops and Models)By Paul H. Moore, Ray Ming
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 0387712186 2008-01-18
PDF 582 pages 8.19 Mb

There is a critical need for a book to assess the genomics of tropical plant species. Early genomics successes resulted in tremendous advances in high throughput technologies and data management that greatly reduced costs and increased rates of data accumulation. In addition, the early plant successes showed that, although Arabidopsis can be a reasonable model for dicots and rice a model for monocots, there is a real need for species-specific genomic information if it is to be used for crop improvement. Thus began programs for developing the genomics of numerous plant crop species with considerable emphasis on tropical plant species. Reasons for this emphasis are that the tropics are recognized as the regions of origin of a large part of genetic diversity with genes and phenotypes not found in temperate plants, and that human population growth is destroying much of the tropical environment and with it the genetic diversity located ther Remarkable genomics progress has been made in several tropical crop plants, noticeably sorghum and papaya, both of which are undergoing whole genome sequencing. International consortia or networks have been established for a number of tropical crops to mobilize and coordinate resources and efforts towards generating genomic tools and eventual sequencing of the genome for basic biological research and crop improvement. These crops include sugarcane, banana, coffee, citrus, millet, cacao, and peanut. The genomic information generated by these international consortia will enhance the capacity for identification, characterization, and cloning of agronomically important genes of tropical crop plants.This book covers the recent progress on genome research in tropical crop plants, including the development of molecular markers, genomic and cDNA libraries, expressed sequence tags (ESTs), genetic and physical maps, gene expression profiles, and whole genome sequences. The first section of this book provides background information for tropical agriculture of its crops. The second section consists of concise summaries of genomic research for the economically most important tropical crop plant species. As a comprehensive genomic resource, it is of considerable interest to practicing plant biologists, graduate and undergraduate students, and research professionals such plant breeders and germplasm curators who work on or are interested in tropical plant species.

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Instant Notes in Animal Biology

Product Details* Paperback: 312 pages
* Publisher: Taylor & Francis; 2 edition (March 12, 2004)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 1859963250
* ISBN-13: 978-1859963258
* Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.2 x 0.8 inches

Product DescriptionInstant Notes titles focus on core information and are designed to help undergraduate students come to grips with a subject quickly and easily.

Instant Notes in Animal Biology, Second Edition, is a student-friendly compendium of the essentials of animal biology. In four well-organized sections, the book reviews the Animal Kingdom, phylum by phylum; covers key coordinating principles; describes aspects of comparative physiology; and reviews reproductive physiology and developmental biology from birth through ageing. The new edition has been reviewed and updated and remains a concise, comprehensive overview of the field designed to provide accessible information in a format which is ideal for both ease of learning and rapid revision.

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Beginning Microsoft Visual C# 2008

Beginning Microsoft Visual C# 2008 by Karli Watson

The book is aimed at novice programmers who wish to learn programming with C# and the .NET framework. The book starts with absolute programming basics. It then moves into Web and Windows programming, data access (databases and XML), and more advanced technologies such as graphics programming with GDI+ and basic networking. The book is divided into sections including:...

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Mac in How to Do Everything By Dwight Spivey

Mac in How to Do Everything By Dwight Spivey

Now you can get the most out of your Mac, whether it's an iMac, MacBook, or Mac mini. How to Do Everything: Mac shows you how to set up and customize your Mac and use all of the built-in tools and applications, such as iTunes, Mail, Safari, and the iLife and iWork suites. The revolutionary new features available in Mac OS X Leopard are also covered, such as Quick Look, Time Machine, and Spaces. Plus, you'll get details on hardware and peripherals, networking, troubleshooting, and maintenance. This is your must-have Mac guide!

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