PWR 1JSA: The rhetoric of plants: E-books and databases
A guide to resources for PWR1 JSA: The rhetoric of plants. Stonaker, J.
The rhetoric of plants
This is a guide to resources for PWR1 JSA: The rhetoric of plants.
E-books
- Biosafety and the Environmental Uses of Micro-Organisms by Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) StaffISBN: 9789264204959Publication Date: 2015-01-22These proceedings discuss the use of micro-organisms in agriculture and for production purposes such as bio-fuel, their use for bioremediation and in cleaning products, the environmental applications of insects, and environmental risk/safety assessment considerations.
- Handbook of Maize by Jeff L. Bennetzen (Editor); Sarah Hake (Editor); Sarah C. Hake (Editor)ISBN: 9780387778624Publication Date: 2009-01-15The "Handbook of Maize: the Genetics and Genomics" centers on the past, present and future of maize as a model for plant science research and crop improvement. The books include brief, focused chapters from the foremost maize experts and feature a succinct collection of informative images representing the maize germplasm collection.
- Maize Genetics and Breeding in the 20th Century by Peter A. Peterson (Editor); Angelo Bianchi (Editor)ISBN: 981022866XPublication Date: 1998-01-01This book provides the biographies, and a related summary, of geneticists and breeders of maize who have contributed to the major discoveries in the 20th century. development.
- Genetically Modified Crops and Agricultural Development by Matin QaimISBN: 9781137405715Publication Date: 2015-11-17This book analyzes the impacts of current and possible future GM crop applications and shows that these technologies can contribute substantially to sustainable agricultural development and food security.
- Compendium of Transgenic Crop Plants by Chittaranjan Kole (Editor); Timothy C. Hall (Editor)ISBN: 9781405181099Publication Date: 2009-04-03The Set offers a comprehensive review of the commercially relevant transgenic plants developed and presently utilized. Volumes 1-9 cover around 100 plant species, from crops to forest trees. Volume 10 is the master index volume. Provides a valuable and inclusive reference for students, researchers, scientists and industry professionals, studying and working on transgenic plants.
- Lysenko's Ghost by Loren GrahamISBN: 9780674969025Publication Date: 2016-04-11Lysenko became one of the most notorious figures in twentieth-century science after his genetic theories were discredited decades ago. Yet some scientists now claim that discoveries in epigenetics prove that he was right after all. Loren Graham reopens the case, to determine whether new developments in molecular biology validate Lysenko's claims.
- The Oxford Book of Health Foods by David Bellamy (Foreword by); P. A. Judd; J. G. VaughanISBN: 0192806807Publication Date: 2006-06-08The Oxford Book of Health Foods begins with an account of modern concepts of human nutrition, followed by a series of over one hundred accounts of individual health foods and dietary supplements. In all cases the importance of these products in human health is explained, and, for herbal medicines,the evidence for their claimed therapeutic value is given, and toxic effects are described.
- Encyclopedia of Organic, Sustainable, and Local Food by Leslie A. Duram (Editor)ISBN: 9780313359637Publication Date: 2009-11-12A comprehensive compilation of entries illuminates the key trends, activities, and themes in organic, sustainable, and local food, covering consumers, organizations, farming, policies, and much more. comprehensive overview. A bibliography lists key references for readers who wish to follow up on a specific theme
- The Vegetarian Crusade by Adam D. ShprintzenISBN: 9781469612690Publication Date: 2013-10-07Vegetarianism has been practiced in the United States since the country's founding, yet the early years of the movement have been woefully misunderstood and understudied. By examining the advocates of vegetarianism, including institutions, organizations, activists, and publications, Shprintzen explores how an idea grew into a nationwide community united not only by diet but also by broader goals of social reform.
- The Western Herbal Tradition by Graeme Tobyn; Alison Denham; Midge Whitelegg; Sheila Kingsbury (Foreword by); Marije Rowling (Illustrator)ISBN: 9780857012593Publication Date: 2016-02-21The Western Herbal Tradition is a comprehensive exploration of 27 plants that are central to the herbalist's repertoire. This fully illustrated colour guide offers analysis of these herbs through the examination of historical texts and discussion of current applications and research.
- Principles of Chinese Herbal Medicine by John HicksISBN: 9781848191334Publication Date: 2013-01-15Chinese herbal medicine has become an increasingly popular method oftreatment for a range of different health conditions - from eczema to fertility problems. This book presents an authoritative introduction to the fundamentals of Chinese herbal medicine. Covering everything from the history to the most important Chinese herbs and their properties to what to expect from a consultation, the book provides readers with all the key information about the theory and practice of this medical system.
- Handbook of Environmental Protection and Enforcement by Andrew FarmerISBN: 9781844073092Publication Date: 2007-03-22Environmental Enforcement Authorities (EEAs), sometimes called Environmental Protection Agencies (EPAs), are the regulatory, monitoring and enforcement agencies of national, state/provincial and local governments worldwide responsible for implementing, monitoring and enforcing environmental legislation. This one-of-a-kind, authoritative handbook offers a comprehensive assessment of the principles and best practice of EEAs throughout the world with a focus on Europe, the USA, Canada, Australia, east and south-east Asia and various other OECD, transition and developing countries.
- Sustainable Development HandbookISBN: 9781439850480Publication Date: 2010-08-17Gaining momentum globally, sustainable development is beginning to significantly redefine the policies of corporations and governmental entities. Updated throughout, the second edition of this popular resource includes updates on LEED® measurement and verification and a new chapter on cities and carbon reduction.
- Global Sustainable Communities Handbook by Woodrow W. W. Clark (Editor)ISBN: 9780123979148Publication Date: 2014-04-30Global Sustainable Communities Handbook is a guide for understanding and complying with the various international codes, methods, and legal hurtles surrounding the creation of sustainable communities all over the world. The book provides an introduction to sustainable development, technology and infrastructure outlines, codes, standards, and guidelines written by experts .from across the globe.
Article databases
- AGRICOLAAGRICOLA serves as the catalog and index to the collections of the National Agricultural Library. The records describe publications and resources encompassing all aspects of agriculture and allied disciplines, including animal and veterinary sciences, entomology, plant sciences, forestry, aquaculture and fisheries, farming and farming systems, agricultural economics, extension and education, food and human nutrition, and earth and environmental sciences. AGRICOLA is organized into two data sets. The NAL Public Access Catalog contains citations to books, audiovisuals, serials, and other materials. The Article Citation Database contains citations, many with abstracts, to journal articles, book chapters, reports, and reprints.
- Academic search premierA multidisciplinary database which provides full-text for over 4,650 scholarly publications, more than 3,600 of them peer-reviewed. Includes topics in the social sciences, humanities, general science, education and most areas of academic study. Abstracts and indexing provided for 8,200 journals in the collection. Coverage is from 1965 to the present.
- ProQuest. Research libraryProvides online access to an extensive collection of full-text articles from journals across a wide range of subject areas, including business, education, literature, political science, and psychology. User interface available in Chinese, English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Turkish.
- A dictionary of biologyFully revised and updated for the sixth edition, this market-leading dictionary is the perfect guide for anyone studying biology at school or university. With 5,500 entries, it provides comprehensive coverage of biology, biophysics, and biochemistry.
- Web of science core collectionWeb of Science Core Collection provides access to the world's leading citation databases. Authoritative, multidisciplinary content covers journals worldwide, including Open Access journals and conference proceedings. Includes current and retrospective coverage in the sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities, with coverage to 1900.
Some search terms to use in SearchWorks and databases
Try these terms when searching in SearchWorks or in the article databases. Use the limiters on the left side of the results page (topics, date, language, etc.) to further limit your results.
- Plants - political aspects (agriculture)
- Transgenic plants
- Yale Agrarian Studies series
- Agriculture - economic aspects
- Botanical illustration
- Nature - psychological aspects
- Nature - Literary Collections
- Natural foods
- Food, organic
- Herbal medicine
- Plants, medicinal
- Phytotherapy
- Sustainable development
- Environmental policy
- Green technology
- Renewable energy sources
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