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Basic and Applied Aspect...
by J.C. Hwang, N.G. Daunton, and V.J. Wilson
This volume is the compilation of the series of original articles presented at the International Symposium on Basic and Applied Aspects of Vestibular Function held in Hong Kong, September 13-16, 1987, in conjunction with the centenary celebration of the F
(2010)
Beyond Biometry
Holistic Views of Biological Structure
The work described in this paper was carried out in the University of Birmingham, U.K., Chicago, and Southern California, U.S.A., during the years 1954-80. It has been supported by numerous NSF and NIH grants during those years. It is currently supported
(2010)
The Bivalvia
Proceedings of a Memorial Symposium in Honour of Sir Charles Maurice Yonge
by Brian Morton
Sir Charles Maurice Yonge who died in 1986 was the foremost authority on the Bivalvia and one of the greatest marine biologists of this century. The volume is a memorial to his achievements and comprises 22 papers presented at a symposium in his honour du
(2010)
A Catalogue of the Livin...
by F.R. Bernard, Ying-Ya Cai, and Brian Morton
This is a comprehensive catalogue of the living marine Bivalvia of China. Over 1,140 species are arranged in systematic order reflecting the phylogenetic relationships of the supraspecific taxa, together with almost 3,500 binomina which fall into synonymy
(2010)
The Corals of Hong Kong
by P.J.B. Scott
The destruction of coral around Hong Kong shores has been considerable, as the countless dead colonies in proximity to spreading polution, reclamation and dumping sites confirm. Along with the corals, of course, die innumerable associates to whom they are
(2010)
The Marine Flora and Fau...
by Brian Morton
Following a three-yearly cycle, an international Workshop on the Marine Flora and Fauna of Hong Kong was convened at Wu Kai Sha on the banks of Tolo Harbour in the New Territories of Hong Kong. From April 2-24, 1986, 46 scientists and post-graduate studen
(2010)
Partnerships in the Sea
Hong Kong's Marine Symbioses
by Brian Morton
Hong Kong's position on the southern coast of China provides her with a great diversity of animals living in association with each other in the surrounding seas. The many examples of association used in the book reflect this diversity and explore some of
(2010)
The Order of Man
A Biomathematical Anatomy of the Primates
This book describes a new view of the zoological Order, Primates, the Order to which we, ourselves, belong. In it, Professor Oxnard reviews, in both words and pictures, the conventional relationships of the primates as seen from centuries of anatomical st
(2010)
Education in Hong Kong, ...
Fact and Opinion
by Brian Morton
The molluscan fauna of Hong Kong is very diverse but poorly known. The principal aim of this Workshop was to further the study of Hong Kong's molluscan fauna and to demonstrate that, through international co-operation, real advances can be made in our un
(2010)
Asian Marine Biology 17 ...
This is the annual journal of the Marine Biological Association of Hong Kong. It contains papers on marine subjects of interest to all Asian biologists. Asian Marine Biology 17, contains topics on the flora and fauna in the Russian Far East Seas, the Ryuk
(2010)
Early Chinese Work in Na...
A Re-examination of the Physics of Motion, Acoustics, Astronomy and Scientific Thoughts
This book re-examines the nature of early Chinese work in natural science, on the basis of original records analysis and artifacts discovered in recent decades by archaeological explorations of China's past. It presents a concise account of early scientific ideas and thoughts ...
(2010)
La Nina and Its impacts
Facts and Speculation
The current state of the science of forecasting La Niña as well as case studies of La Niña impacts around the world and in different economic sectors. La Niña and Its Impacts is based on a meeting of researchers, forecasters, and users of La Niña forecasts, held at the U.S...
(2002)
Managing Water for Peace...
Alternative Strategies
One of the most important resources for socio-economic development in arid and semi-arid countries is water, and its scarcity in the Middle East has been a key factor in war and peace-making. The aim of this study is to provide some innovative technological answers to the fun...
(1996)
Hydropolitics Along the ...
The underlying premise in this study is that the inextricable link between water and politics in the Jordan River watershed can be harnessed to induce ever increasing cooperation in planning and project implementation between otherwise opposed riparians, thus leading to peace ...
(1996)
The Fragile Tropics of L...
Sustainable Management of Changing Environments
by Toshie Nishi... and Juha I. Uitto
The United Nations University research and training programme area entitled "Sustaining Global Life-Support Systems" responds to the priorities identified in the UN system-wide Agenda 21 emanating from the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED). The U...
(1995)
Steering Business Toward...
by Fritjof Capra and Gunter Pauli
Business activities are responsible, directly or indirectly, for most human impacts on the earth's ecosystems, yet business is conducted with little thought of its sustainability - that is, the satisfying of our own needs without diminishing the chances of future generations. ...
(1995)
Amazonia Resiliency and ...
by Nigel J.H. S..., Emmanuel Adi..., Paulo T. Alvim, and Italo C. Falesi
The Amazon basin, site of the world's largest remaining tropical rain forest, is experiencing rapid ecological and socio-economic changes. This book examines the driving forces behind these changes, and considers current threats to the forests and their biodiversity. Various s...
(1995)
The Basin of Mexico
Critical Environmental Issues and Sustainability
by Exequiel Ezc..., Marisa Mazar..., Irene Pisanty, and Adrián Guill...
This landmark study forms part of the series UNU Studies on Critical Environmental Regions. The Basin of Mexico exemplifies an endangered environment well on its way to criticality. At the helm of this dangerous course is Mexico City, that massive megalopolis in which dramatic...
(1999)
State of the Environment...
The State of the Environment in Asia 2006/2007 is the fourth in a series of publications on Asia’s environmental landscape. Originally published in Japanese as Ajia Kankyo Hakusho 2006/2007, this English-translated edition serves as an indispensible source of information on th...
(2009)
Usable Thoughts
Climate, Water and Weather in the Twenty-first Century
by Michael H. G... and Qian Ye
Short quotations are often used to stimulate thought and evoke discussion. The intention of this book is no less ambitious. Drawing upon a series of quotations taken from the World Meteorological Organization-sponsored publication, Climate: Into the 21st Century, the authors s...
(2009)
