This second edition provides a pedagogical introduction to cell mechanics and mechanobiology with quantitative descriptions and solved examples. It covers essential topics from single molecule mechanics to whole-cell responses, including cellular polymers, cytoskeleton networks, and mechanotransduction.
This book deals with a careful presentation of the principles on which the physical problems are based and the mathematical treatment of the problems. The fundamental solution is used as in classical potential theory to construct solutions to initial and certain boundary value problems for the linear Stokes equations.
Countering with Compassion provides educators with the tools needed to weave compassionate practice into their classrooms, schools, and wider communities.
In clear, accessible and engaging style Thought: The Basics gets to grips with the nature of human thought with just the right balance of theory and examples from philosophy, psychology and neuroscience. Ideal for anyone coming to this fascinating but deceptively difficult topic for the first time.
This book is an introduction to epistemology written with the student foremost in mind. It provides an overview of basic concepts and problems in the theory of knowledge and directly addresses a quest
This landmark volume presents maps of 247 species from 42 countries with more than 125,200 unique records, taking into account recent extinctions to give the most up-to-date picture possible. Accounts
Latinx TV offers an accessible and critical guide to television both by and about Latinxs, tracing the representation of Latinxs from the 1950s through to the present day.
Concepts in Reproduction integrates the principal mechanisms of reproduction among eukaryotes. It emphasizes processes and approaches that evolved to address specific problems inherent in reproduction. It is recommended for advanced undergrad students, new grad students, and researchers or clinicians seeking to expand their knowledge.
