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Life from an RNA World

The Ancestor Within

By: Michael Yarus

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A majority of evolutionary biologists believe that we now can envision our biological predecessors--not the first, but nearly the first, living beings on Earth. This book is about these vanished forebears. The era between the first rudimentary life on Earth and the appearance of more complex beings is called the RNA world. It is RNA (ribonucleic acid) long believed to be a mere biologic copier and messenger, that offers a glimpse into our ancient predecessors. To describe early RNA creatures, here called "ribocytes" or RNA cells, the author uses basics of molecular biology. He reviews our current understanding of the tree of life, examines the structure of RNA itself, explains the operation of the genetic code, and more. Courting controversy among those who question the role of ribocytes -- citing the chemical fragility of RNA and the uncertainty about the origin of an RNA synthetic apparatus -- he offers a vision of early life on Earth.

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Life from an RNA World

The Ancestor Within

By: Michael Yarus

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The Ancestor Within

By: Michael Yarus

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Geostatistics and Petroleum Geology

By: Michael Hohn

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Geostatistics and Petroleum Geology

By: Michael Hohn

This is an extensive revision of a book that I wrote over ten years ago. My purpose then has remained unchanged: to introduce the concepts and methods of spatial statistics to geologists and engineers working with oil and gas data. I believe I have accomplished more than that; just as I learned the basics of variography and kriging from books for mining engineers, this book could be used by scientists from many fields to learn the basics of the subject. I have tried to adopt an introductory and practical approach to the subject, knowing that books that detail the theory are available. What I say and write comes from my own experience. As a geologist working in the public sector, I have had the privilege of using geostatistics in funded research, in answering service requests from industry, and in short courses. I have taught geostatistics in the university classroom, and advised graduate students in theses and dissertations. I have attempted to anticipate the needs and questions of the enquiring scientist because I was there myself, and know the kind of questions and concerns I had at the time I was trying to learn the subject.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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041275780X

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9780412757808

Geostatistical Reservoir Modeling

By: Michael J. Pyrcz,Clayton V. Deutsch

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Geostatistical Reservoir Modeling

By: Michael J. Pyrcz,Clayton V. Deutsch

A revised edition that provides a full update on the most current methods, tools, and research in petroleum geostatistics.

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Oxford University Press

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0199731446

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Yellowstone Collectibles

An Illustrated Introduction to the Park’s Historic Souvenirs, Books, Art, and Memorabilia

By: Michael H. Francis,Bobby Reynolds

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Yellowstone Collectibles

An Illustrated Introduction to the Park’s Historic Souvenirs, Books, Art, and Memorabilia

By: Michael H. Francis,Bobby Reynolds

This book is about the myriad of Yellowstone National Park collectibles and souvenirs, from 19th-century horseshoes dipped in the park’s thermal springs to contemporary books and artwork. Included are exquisite hand-painted Limoges porcelain, historic sand-bottle curios, stagecoach and railroad paraphernalia, rare books, photographs, jewelry, store-bought souvenirs, toys, dinnerware, employee items, paintings, postcards, brochures, keys, spoons, clothing, knickknacks, and more. The book highlights nearly 600 items. Each item is displayed in an exhibition-quality color photograph that shows true colors and details. Moreover, the descriptive text was written by 14 experts in their respective collecting fields, and all text was peer reviewed for accuracy. The text explains the numerous types of collectibles, their features and characteristics, their abundance or rarity, and their importance. For collectors, this book is a valuable guide and reference. For fans of the park, this book shows a new way of appreciating Wonderland and may inspire a Yellowstone collection of their own, because these collectibles reveal reams of park history—history that you can hold in your hand.

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1493083988

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Astrobiology

A Brief Introduction

By: Kevin W. Plaxco,Michael Gross

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Astrobiology

A Brief Introduction

By: Kevin W. Plaxco,Michael Gross

Informed by new planetary discoveries and the findings from recent robotic missions to Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn, scientists are rapidly replacing centuries of speculation about potential extraterrestrial habitats with real knowledge about the possibility of life outside our own biosphere—if it exists, and where. This second edition of Kevin W. Plaxco and Michael Gross’s widely acclaimed text incorporates the latest research in astrobiology to bring readers the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and engaging introduction to the field available. Plaxco and Gross expand their examination of the origin of chemical elements, the developments that made the Universe habitable, and how life continues to be sustained. They discuss in great detail the formation of the first galaxies and stars, the diverse chemistry of the primordial planet, the origins of metabolism, the evolution of complex organisms, and the feedback regulation of Earth's climate. They also explore life in extreme habitats, potential extraterrestrial habitats, and the current status of the search for extraterrestrial life. Weaving together the relevant threads of astronomy, geology, chemistry, biophysics, and microbiology, this broadly accessible introductory text captures the excitement, controversy, and progress of the dynamic young field of astrobiology. New to this edition is a glossary of terms and an epilogue recapping the key unanswered questions, making Astrobiology an ideal primer for students and, indeed, for anyone curious about life and the Universe.

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JHU Press

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1421401940

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Molecular Biology of RNA

By: David Elliott,Michael Ladomery

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Molecular Biology of RNA

By: David Elliott,Michael Ladomery

RNA plays a central, and until recently, somewhat underestimated role in the genetics underlying all forms of life on earth. This versatile molecule not only plays a crucial part in the synthesis of proteins from a DNA template, but is also intrinsically involved in the regulation of gene expression, and can even act as a catalyst in the form of a ribozyme. This latter property has led to the hypothesis that RNA - rather than DNA - could have played an essential part in the origin of life itself. This landmark text provides a systematic overview of the exciting and rapidly moving field of RNA biology. Key pioneering experiments, which provided the underlying evidence for what we now know, are described throughout, while the relevance of the subject to human disease is highlighted via frequent boxes. For the second edition of Molecular Biology of RNA, more introductory material has been incorporated at the beginning of the text, to aid students studying the subject for the first time. Throughout the text, new material has been included - particularly in relation to RNA binding domains, non-coding RNAs, and the connection between RNA biology and epigenetics. Finally, a new closing chapter discusses how exciting new technologies are being used to explore current topical areas of research.

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Oxford University Press

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019107103X

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Darwin's Black Box

The Biochemical Challenge to Evolution

By: Michael J. Behe

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Darwin's Black Box

The Biochemical Challenge to Evolution

By: Michael J. Behe

Behe argues that the complexity of cellular biochemistry argues against Darwin's gradual evolution.

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Simon and Schuster

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0684827549

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9780684827544

Biology, Religion, and Philosophy

By: Michael Peterson,Dennis Venema

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Biology, Religion, and Philosophy

By: Michael Peterson,Dennis Venema

A comprehensive and accessible survey of the major issues at the biology-religion interface.

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Cambridge University Press

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1107031486

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Landmark Experiments in Molecular Biology

By: Michael Fry

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Landmark Experiments in Molecular Biology

By: Michael Fry

Landmark Experiments in Molecular Biology critically considers breakthrough experiments that have constituted major turning points in the birth and evolution of molecular biology. These experiments laid the foundations to molecular biology by uncovering the major players in the machinery of inheritance and biological information handling such as DNA, RNA, ribosomes, and proteins. Landmark Experiments in Molecular Biology combines an historical survey of the development of ideas, theories, and profiles of leading scientists with detailed scientific and technical analysis. - Includes detailed analysis of classically designed and executed experiments - Incorporates technical and scientific analysis along with historical background for a robust understanding of molecular biology discoveries - Provides critical analysis of the history of molecular biology to inform the future of scientific discovery - Examines the machinery of inheritance and biological information handling

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Academic Press

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012802108X

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Life On The Edge

By: Michael Gross

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Life On The Edge

By: Michael Gross

Can life exist in the Antarctic ice, in the deep subsurface, in dilute sulfuric acid, in hot springs-even on Mars? What degree of high or low temperature, pressure, or salt concentration can living cells tolerate? In recent years, scientists have discovered many single-cell creatures that exist in-in fact, are perfectly adapted to-extreme environments that were considered uninhabitable just one or two decades ago. In Life on the Edge, author Michael Gross explores how microorganisms adapt to their hostile environments and how they affect our current definition of the "normal" conditions for life. He also describes the vast implications of these extremophiles and other amazing creatures-from potential breakthroughs in medicine and biotechnology to the search for life elsewhere in the universe.

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Basic Books

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0465011470

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Sequence — Evolution — Function

Computational Approaches in Comparative Genomics

By: Eugene Koonin,Michael Y. Galperin

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Sequence — Evolution — Function

Computational Approaches in Comparative Genomics

By: Eugene Koonin,Michael Y. Galperin

Sequence - Evolution - Function is an introduction to the computational approaches that play a critical role in the emerging new branch of biology known as functional genomics. The book provides the reader with an understanding of the principles and approaches of functional genomics and of the potential and limitations of computational and experimental approaches to genome analysis. Sequence - Evolution - Function should help bridge the "digital divide" between biologists and computer scientists, allowing biologists to better grasp the peculiarities of the emerging field of Genome Biology and to learn how to benefit from the enormous amount of sequence data available in the public databases. The book is non-technical with respect to the computer methods for genome analysis and discusses these methods from the user's viewpoint, without addressing mathematical and algorithmic details. Prior practical familiarity with the basic methods for sequence analysis is a major advantage, but a reader without such experience will be able to use the book as an introduction to these methods. This book is perfect for introductory level courses in computational methods for comparative and functional genomics.

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1402072740

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Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry

By: David L. Nelson,Albert L. Lehninger,Michael M. Cox

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Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry

By: David L. Nelson,Albert L. Lehninger,Michael M. Cox

Authors Dave Nelson and Mike Cox combine the best of the laboratory and best of the classroom, introducing exciting new developments while communicating basic principles of biochemistry.

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071677108X

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Wiley Encyclopedia of Food Science and Technology, Volume 4

By: Frederick J. Francis,Christine M. Bruhn,Pavinee Chinachoti,Fergus M. Clydesdale,Michael P. Doyle,Kristen McNutt,William D. Powrie,Carl K. Winter

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Wiley Encyclopedia of Food Science and Technology, Volume 4

By: Frederick J. Francis,Christine M. Bruhn,Pavinee Chinachoti,Fergus M. Clydesdale,Michael P. Doyle,Kristen McNutt,William D. Powrie,Carl K. Winter

Annotation Now in a thoroughly-updated and expanded second edition, Wiley Encyclopedia of Food Science and Technology covers fundamental concepts and practical requirements in food science, as well as cutting-edge technological and industry information. The encyclopedia features A-to-Z coverage of all aspects of food science, including: the properties, analysis, and processing of foods; genetic engineering of new food products; and nutrition. In addition, nontechnical information is included, such as descriptions of selected scientific institutions, and research and development in government agencies. Like the first edition, this Second Edition will become the standard reference for food scientists, bioengineers, and biotechnologists. From reviews of the first edition: " ... fills a definite need in the food science and technology literature ... I have little doubt that this encyclopedia will become one of the classic works in this ever-growing subject."--Food and Chemistry

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Book's by Michael Yarus

Life from an RNA World

Life from an RNA World

Life from an RNA World

Life from an RNA World

Geostatistics and Petroleum Geology

Geostatistics and Petroleum Geology

Geostatistical Reservoir Modeling

Geostatistical Reservoir Modeling

Yellowstone Collectibles

Yellowstone Collectibles

Astrobiology

Astrobiology

Molecular Biology of RNA

Molecular Biology of RNA

Darwin's Black Box

Darwin's Black Box

Biology, Religion, and Philosophy

Biology, Religion, and Philosophy

Landmark Experiments in Molecular Biology

Landmark Experiments in Molecular Biology

Life On The Edge

Life On The Edge

Sequence — Evolution — Function

Sequence — Evolution — Function

Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry

Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry

Wiley Encyclopedia of Food Science and Technology, Volume 4

Wiley Encyclopedia of Food Science and Technology, Volume 4

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