Key Transitions in Animal Evolution
Key Transitions in Animal Evolution

Author: Rob Desalle

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2010-12-07

Total Pages: 439

ISBN-13: 1439854025

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Tackling one of the most difficult and delicate of the evolutionary questions, this challenging book summarizes the more recent results in phylogenetics and developmental biology that address the evolution of key innovations in metazoans. Divided into three sections, the first considers the phylogenetic issues involving this area of the tree of lif

Origin and Evolution of New Gene Functions
Origin and Evolution of New Gene Functions

Author: Manyuan Long

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 9401002290

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Although interest in evolutionary novelties can be that these different mechanisms cooperate in the mak traced back to the time of Darwin, the appreciation ing of new genes. In the second phase of new gene evolution, conventional models of new gene evolution, and systematical experimental pursuit of the origin and evolution of new gene functions did not appear for example by gene duplication, held that the muta until the early years of last decade. Since the 1970s, tions fixed in the early stages of the new genes are Susumu Ohno, Walter Gilbert, and others from the assumed to be neutral or nearly neutral. However, it area of evolutionary genetics have made pioneer ef appears that the force of Darwinian positive selection has been detectably strong from the outset in avail forts to elaborate possibilities for major biological mechanisms, for example, gene duplication and exon able population genetic studies of young genes created through the process of exon recombination. This may shuffling, by which new gene functions could arise. However, the problem of new gene evolution did not account for a common phenomenon in phylogenetic catch significant attention among biologists generally analyses of genes with changed functions: the early even recently. One of the reasons was the lack of ex stages of such genes are usually associated with accel perimental or observational systems for investigating erated substitution rates. Nonetheless, a more general factual details of the 'birth' process of new genes.

The Major Transitions in Evolution
The Major Transitions in Evolution

Author: John Maynard Smith

Publisher: OUP Oxford

Published: 1997-10-30

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 0191586005

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During evolution, there have been several major changes in the way that genetic information is organized and transmitted from one generation to the next. These transitions include the origin of life itself, the first eukaryotic cells, reproduction by sexual means, the appearance of multicellular plants and animals, the emergence of cooperation and of animal societies, and the unique language ability of humans. This is the first book to discuss all of these major transitions. In discussing such a wide range of topics in one volume, the authors are able to highlight the similarities between different transitions - for example, between the union of replicating molecules to form chromosomes and of cells to form multicellular organisms. The authors also show how an understanding of one transition sheds light on others. A common theme in the book is that entities that could replicate independently before the transition can replicate afterwards only as part of a larger whole. Why, then, does selection between entities at the lower level not disrupt selection at the higher level? In answering this question, the authors offer an explanation for the evolution of cooperation at all levels of complexity. Written in a clear style, and illustrated with many original diagrams, this book can be read with enjoyment by anyone with an undergraduate training in the biological sciences. It will be ideal for advanced discussion groups on evolution. Although the content ranges widely from molecular biology to linguistics and from intragenomic conflict to insect societies, no detailed knowledge of any of these topics is required. Mathematical models are clearly explained, and equations and formulae are kept to a minimum.

Major Evolutionary Transitions in Flowering Plant Reproduction
Major Evolutionary Transitions in Flowering Plant Reproduction

Author: Spencer C. H. Barrett

Publisher: University of Chicago Press

Published: 2008-11-28

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 0226038165

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The first volume to address the study of evolutionary transitions in plants, Major Evolutionary Transitions in Flowering Plant Reproduction brings together compelling work from the three areas of significant innovation in plant biology: evolution and adaptation in flowers and pollination, mating patterns and gender strategies, and asexual reproduction and polyploidy. Spencer C. H. Barrett assembles here a distinguished group of authors who address evolutionary transitions using comparative and phylogenetic approaches, the tools of genomics, population genetics, and theoretical modeling, and through studies in development and field experiments in ecology. With special focus on evolutionary transitions and shifts in reproductive characters—key elements of biological diversification and research in evolutionary biology—Major Evolutionary Transitions in Flowering Plant Reproduction is the most up-to-date treatment of a fast-moving area of evolutionary biology and ecology.

Energy Transitions
Energy Transitions

Author: Vaclav Smil

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2010-05-26

Total Pages: 190

ISBN-13: 031338178X

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This bold and controversial argument shows why energy transitions are inherently complex and prolonged affairs, and how ignoring this fact raises unrealistic expectations that the United States and other global economies can be weaned quickly from a primary dependency on fossil fuels. Energy transitions are fundamental processes behind the evolution of human societies: they both drive and are driven by technical, economic, and social changes. In a bold and provocative argument, Energy Transitions: History, Requirements, Prospects describes the history of modern society's dependence on fossil fuels and the prospects for the transition to a nonfossil world. Vaclav Smil, who has published more on various aspects of energy than any working scientist, makes it clear that this transition will not be accomplished easily, and that it cannot be accomplished within the timetables established by the Obama administration. The book begins with a survey of the basic properties of modern energy systems. It then offers detailed explanations of universal patterns of energy transitions, the peculiarities of changing energy use in the world's leading economies, and the coming shifts from fossil fuels to renewable conversions. Specific cases of these transitions are analyzed for eight of the world's leading energy consumers. The author closes with perspectives on the nature and pace of the coming energy transition to renewable conversions.

Virtus
Virtus

Author: Behrad Foroughizadeh

Publisher: Trafford Publishing

Published: 2015-01-23

Total Pages: 271

ISBN-13: 1490752269

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Dawn of a New Era in Economy & Democracy Solutions to economic problems that havent fixed themselves and appear to only be getting worse for a majority of the citizens of the world. Virtus is an important overview of the many challenges the world is facing and provides an economic solution to facing and meeting them. San Francisco Book Review Foroughizadehs first book was defined by Kirkus Reviews: An exploration . . . thats not for the fainthearted . . . offers a fresh perspective . . . to reflect new notions of economic value . . . how market-based economies might evolve into new forms that can sustain economic development and long-term prosperity for all. . . Forward-looking perspectives . . . thought-provoking ideas about the 21st-century global economy. Kirkus Reviews. This book goes beyond. The birth of a new era calls for a new economic paradigmone that fits the pace of current developments in different sectors and industries and addresses the challenges posed by the introduction of such variables as game-changing, disruptive innovation, climate change, sustainability, virtualization of jobs, processes and business models, mass migration, and frailty of geopolitical scenarios. From the economies of entire countries and central banking business sectors from banking to financial services and markets, from retail to manufacturing and services, government and nongovernment organizations are all on the verge of the most significant shift in their business models. A shift that will affect processes, revenue streams, remuneration, employment, taxation, debt, wealth, savings, defense, and delicate international balances. Very little will remain the same. An innovative, unique, and groundbreaking treatise on the imminent, and inevitable step-level evolution of the market economy and democracy towards comprehensive value generating models. Get an overview of the new economic climate, partake in creating the future, and be a step ahead of the race in the new era.

Thermosets
Thermosets

Author: Qipeng Guo

Publisher: Woodhead Publishing

Published: 2017-11-14

Total Pages: 716

ISBN-13: 0081010281

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Thermosets: Structure, Properties, and Applications, Second Edition builds on and updates the existing review of mechanical and thermal properties, as well as rheology and curing processes of thermosets, and the role of nanostructures in thermoset toughening. All chapters have been updated or re-written, and new chapters have been added to reflect ongoing changes and developments in the field of thermosetting materials and the applications of these materials. Applications of thermosets are the focus of the second part of the book, including the use of thermosets in the building and construction industry, aerospace technology and as insulation materials. Thermoset adhesives and coatings, including epoxy resins, acrylates and polyurethanes are also discussed, followed by a review of thermosets for electrical applications. New chapters include coverage of thermoset nanocomposites, recycling issues, and applications such as consumer goods, transportation, energy and defence. With its distinguished editor and international team of expert contributors, the second edition of Thermosets: Structure, Properties, and Applications is an essential guide for engineers, chemists, physicists and polymer scientists involved in the development, production and application of thermosets, as well as providing a useful review for academic researchers in the field. - Links structure, properties, and applications, making this book relevant to both academia and engineers in industry - Includes entirely new chapters on the use of thermosets in aerospace, transport, defense, and a range of consumer applications - Enables practitioners to stay current on the latest developments in recycling of thermosets and their composites

The Invested Leader (And Those We Raise)
The Invested Leader (And Those We Raise)

Author: Catherine Brown

Publisher: Catherine Brown

Published: 2018-02-10

Total Pages: 134

ISBN-13: 1909805459

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The Invested Leader is an invaluable Kingdom resource for all those in Christian leadership. The book will also benefit many secular leaders. The topics of mentoring, teaching, instructing, coaching, parenting, understanding fatherhood, raising sons and daughters is a timeless one with eternal value and critical global consequence in our day. It has never been more crucial in history to understand that there can be no success without a successor. Brown goes beyond popular idioms and takes the reader on an in-depth journey enabling them along the way to create a strategic response to this essential leadership paradigm. Brown has been actively involved in pastoring pastors and discipling leaders and believers for more than twenty years, throughout multiple denominations and nations. In The Invested Leader she shares practical and spiritual leadership principles that will enable church, ministry and marketplace leaders in every sphere to create an environment and an strategy for engaging, shaping and coaching an emerging generation of global leaders. Brown shares Biblical truths and deeply held values of what it means to be a leader who raises others to fulfil their God-given destiny. The books lays the foundation of the Father’s heart for all families; God’s succession plan to save all generations in Christ; principles of legacy and managing transition as well as taking an in-depth look at types of father figures and types of sons. By God’s grace, Brown’s international ministry is replete with the fruit of the message she writes about in The Invested Leader – the raising and maturing of spiritual sons and daughters with whom she works in Kingdom partnership worldwide. Don’t miss this gem of a book. It’s treasure trove of wisdom will not only change your life, but the lives of all those you invest in!