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Gut reactions : the science of weight gain and loss / by Field, Simon(Simon Quellen),author.(CARDINAL)758998;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Sugars and other carbohydrates -- Fats and protein -- Physiology and psychology -- Hormones -- Gut microbes -- Genetics -- Environment -- When we eat affects homeostasis -- How to tell which of the weight-gain factors apply to you -- Remedies."A scientific look at weight control that explains how our bodies react to food and the environment, and how our brain affects what and how much we eat and, in turn, is affected by what we eat"--
Subjects: Weight gain.; Weight loss.;
Available copies: 6 / Total copies: 6
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Anatomica's body atlas / by Imwold, Denise.(CARDINAL)319458; Parker, Janet.(CARDINAL)319457;
Cells and tissues -- Homeostasis and metabolism -- Integumentary system -- Skeletal system -- Muscular system -- Nervous system -- Autonomic nervous system -- circulatory system -- Lymphatic/immune system -- Respiratory system -- Digestive system -- Urinary system -- Reproductive system -- Endocrine system -- Human life cycle -- Cross-sectional anatomy -- Symptoms table -- Index.
Subjects: Atlases.; Human anatomy; Human physiology.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 3
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How to think seriously about the planet : the case for an environmental conservatism / by Scruton, Roger.(CARDINAL)506033;
Local warming -- Global alarming -- The search for salvation -- Radical precaution -- Market solutions and homeostasis -- The moral economy -- Heimat and habitat -- Beauty, piety and desecration -- Getting nowhere -- Begetting somewhere -- Modest proposals -- Appendix 1. Global justice -- Appendix 2. How should we live?"The environment has long been the undisputed territory of the political Left, which casts international capitalism, consumerism, and the over-exploitation of natural resources as the principle threats to the planet, and sees top-down interventions as the most effective solution. In How to Think Seriously About the Planet, Roger Scruton rejects this view and offers a fresh approach to tackling the most important political problem of our time. The environmental movement, he contends, is philosophically confused and has unrealistic agendas. Its sights are directed at the large-scale events and the confrontation between international politics and multinational business. But Scruton argues that no large-scale environmental project, however well-intentioned, will succeed if it is not rooted in small-scale practical reasoning. Seeing things on a large scale promotes top-down solutions, managed by unaccountable bureaucracies that fail to assess local conditions and are rife with unintended consequences. Scruton argues for the greater efficacy of local initiatives over global schemes, civil association over political activism, and small-scale institutions of friendship over regulatory hyper-vigilance. And he suggests that conservatism is far better suited to solving environmental problems than either liberalism or socialism. Rather than entrusting the environment to unwieldy NGOs and international committees, we must assume personal responsibility and foster local control. People must be empowered to take charge of their environment, to care for it as they would a home, and to involve themselves through the kind of local associations that have been the traditional goal of conservative politics. Our common future is by no means assured, but as Roger Scruton clearly demonstrates in this important book, there is a path that can ensure the future safety of our planet and our species."-- Publisher's description.
Subjects: Environmental ethics.; Conservation of natural resources;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Herpetology : an introductory biology of amphibians and reptiles / by Zug, George R.,1938-(CARDINAL)292843; Caldwell, Janalee P.(CARDINAL)813308; Vitt, Laurie J.(CARDINAL)328129;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 539-595).Amphibians -- Origin and evolution of amphibians -- Reptiles -- Origin and evolution of reptiles -- Diet and feeding -- Defense and escape -- Modes of reproduction and development -- Dynamics of reproduction -- Spacing, movements, and orientation -- Homeostasis: air, heat, and water -- Population structure and dynamics -- Population and species interactions -- Systematics: theory and practice -- Caecilians and salamanders -- Frogs -- Turtles and crocodilians -- Lizards, amphisbaenians, and tuataras -- Snakes.Publishers description: Herpetology, Second Edition has been thoroughly revised. The text has been reorganized, new chapters have been added, new text references have been inserted. All this plus new color systematics sections will maintain this book as the leading textbook on the biology of amphibians and reptiles. The book will also showcase reptiles and amphibians as model systems in conceptual areas of biology. Such a text will help integrate herpetology as a discipline into conceptually oriented undergraduate programs. The book should also appeal to a large audience of sophisticated lay people interested in reptiles and amphibians. * Written by internationally recognized experts on the biology of amphibians and reptiles. * Provides a general background on the evolution and morphology of amphibians and reptiles. * Details what is known about reproduction and life histories. * Examines physiological ecology, emphasizing water balance, temperature, and energy. * Integrates population and community ecology with conservation biology. * Provides detailed taxonomic accounts of all higher taxa, including high quality distribution maps and color photographs.
Subjects: Herpetology.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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The Amoeba Sisters' cartoon guide to biology / by Peterson, Sarina,author,illustrator.;
Preface -- Biological levels -- Biomolecules -- Enzymes -- Cell basics and organelles -- Cell membranes -- Cell transport -- Cellular respiration -- Photosynthesis -- DNA -- DNA replication -- The cell cycle -- Cell division -- Genetics -- RNA and protein synthesis -- Mutations -- Biotechnology -- Evolution : mechanisms and evidence -- Viruses -- Domain bacteria and domain archaea -- Domain eukarya : fungi, "protists," plants, and animals -- Plants : diversity, structure, and reproduction -- Ecology -- Body systems overview -- Homeostasis -- One last thing (or several) -- Glossary.Characters from the YouTube channel "Amoeba Sisters" present information on biology through illustrations, comics, and humorous anecdotes, exploring twenty-four concepts common in life science courses.Ages 14-16.
Subjects: Instructional and educational works.; Educational comics.; Nonfiction comics.; Illustrated works.; Biology.; Biology; Biology;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 4
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Easy biology step-by-step : master high-frequency concepts and skills for biology proficiency--fast! / by Vivion, Nichole,1975-author.(CARDINAL)293370;
Study of life -- Chemistry of life -- Cell structures and functions -- Cell homeostasis and metabolism -- Cell cycle and cell division -- Heredity: meiosis and Mendelian genetics -- DNA and the genetic code -- Human genetics and biotechnologies -- Origins of life on earth -- Evolution and adaptation of life -- Classification of life -- Microbes: viruses and bacteria -- Protists and fungi -- Plants and animals -- Plant structure and function -- Animals and the organ systems Populations and communities -- Ecosystems and biomes.This book gives a clear explanation of biology that breaks down complex concepts into easy-to-understand steps that, with the aid of helpful graphics, will enable you to grasp biology essentials. Rules and concepts are explained in detail in everyday English, then reinforced by annotated examples and focused exercises that build understanding for work in class and make review for tests and exams more effective--
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Problems and exercises.; Young adult literature.; Biology.; Biology; Biology; Biology;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Steins ; Gate [videorecording] : the complete series / by Hamasaki, Hiroshi,1959-television director.; Hanazawa, Kana,voice actor.; Imai, Asami,voice actor.; Miyano, Mamoru,voice actor.; Nishimura, Trina,voice actor.; Rinehart, Tyson,voice actor.; Ross, Jackie,voice actor.; Sato, Takuya,television director.; Seki, Tomokazu,1972-voice actor.; Tatum, J. Michael,1976-voice actor.; 5pb (Firm); FUNimation Entertainment (Firm),publisher.; Nitroplus (Firm)(CARDINAL)623223; White Fox (Firm),production company.;
Disc 1. Turning point -- Time travel paranoia -- Parallel world paranoia -- Interpreter rendezvous -- Starmine rendezvous -- Butterfly effect's divergence -- Disc 2. Divergence singularity -- Chaos theory homeostasis, parts I -- III -- Dogma in event horizon -- Dogma in ergosphere -- Disc 3. Metaphysics necrosis -- Physically necrosis -- Missing link necrosis -- Sacrificial necrosis -- Made in complex -- Fractal androgynous -- Endless apoptosis -- Disc 4. Finalize apoptosis -- Paradox meltdown -- Being meltdown -- Open the Steins Gate -- Achievement point -- Egoistic poriomania.Music, Takeshi Abo, Jun Murakami ; character designer, Kyuta Sakai.English voices: J. Michael Tatum, Jackie Ross, Trina Nishimura, Tyson Rinehart. Japanese voices: Tomokazu Seki, Mamoru Miyano, Asami Imai, Kana Hanazawa.When a motley crew of university students discovers the secret to time travel, they quickly come to realize they've bitten off more than they can chew.Rating: TV14.DVD, region 1, NTSC, widescreen (16:9) presentation; Dolby digital 5.1 surround sound, Dolby digital stereo. surround.
Subjects: Action and adventure television programs.; Animated television programs.; Fiction television programs.; Science fiction television programs.; Television series.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Animated television programs; Scientists; Secrecy; Space and time; Television programs; Time travel;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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275 acting games : connected : a comprehensive workbook of theatre games for developing acting skills / by Levy, Gavin.(CARDINAL)470517;
Introduction -- Warm up, balance, and homeostasis -- body awareness -- observation -- memorization -- bare essentials -- sensory awareness -- voice -- concentration and focus -- imagination -- creative state -- trust -- improvisation -- the physical actor -- auditioning -- action and reaction -- know your objectives -- life experience -- - ensemble -- listening -- the coordinated actor -- characterization -- spatial awareness -- making specific choices -- releasing inhibitions -- mime -- motor skills -- nonverbal communication -- thinking outside the box -- unlimited possibilities -- the story teller -- communication and the audience -- performance -- reality driven monologues.
Subjects: Acting; Improvisation (Acting);
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 3
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The ants / by Hölldobler, Bert,1936-(CARDINAL)290761; Wilson, Edward O.(CARDINAL)138801;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 645-709) and index.The importance of ants -- Classification and origins -- The colony life cycle -- Altruism and the origin of the worker caste -- Colony odor and kin recognition -- Queen numbers and domination -- Communication -- Caste and division of labor -- Social homeostasis and flexibility -- Foraging strategies, territory, and population regulation -- The organization of species communities -- Symbioses among ant species -- Symbioses with other arthropods -- Symbioses between ants and plants -- The specialized predators -- The army ants -- The fungus growers -- The harvesting ants -- Weaver ants --Collecting, culturing, observing.Reviews in detail all topics in the anatomy, physiology, social organization, ecology, and natural history of ants.Pulitzer Prize, General Nonfiction, 1991.
Subjects: Ants.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Schaum's easy outline. based on Schaum's outline of biology / by Fried, George H.,1926-1990.(CARDINAL)765495; Hademenos, George J.(CARDINAL)647697; Fried, George H.,1926-1990.Biology.;
Subjects: Outlines and syllabi.; Biology;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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