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Available independently or as a Set! Encyclopedia of Biotechnology in Agriculture and Food Edited by Dennis R. Heldman Heldman Associates, San Marcos, California, USA

Dallas G. Hoover University of Delaware, Newark, USA

Coming July 2010!

Focusing on the science and applications of molecular biology to agriculture and foods, this encyclopedia describes the new tools currently being used or being considered for use in the production of raw agricultural materials and the manufacturing of food products.

Encyclopedia of Agricultural, Food, and Biological Engineering, Second Edition Edited by Dennis R. Heldman Heldman Associates, San Marcos, California, USA

Carmen I. Moraru

Coming September 2010!

Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, USA

“… the first publication to bring together authoritative information in this discipline….highly recommended.” —CHOICE

Encyclopedia of Animal Science, Second Edition Edited by Duane E. Ullrey Michigan State University, East Lansing, USA

Charlotte Kirk Baer Wilson G. Pond USDA, Washington, DC, USA

Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, USA

“…an essential core addition to any corporate, academic, or governmental agency Animal Science or Food Safety reference library collection.” —The Bookwatch Coming “... highly recommended.” —CHOICE

September 2010!

Encyclopedia of Pest Management Edited by David Pimentel, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, USA

“…a must for both public libraries and agricultural research institutions.” —Acta Agronomica Hungarica “…valuable….comprehensive…up-to-date references….easy to read….” —Mary Bomford, M.Sc., Ph.D., Principal Research Scientist, Bureau of Rural Sciences, Canberra, Australia

Encyclopedia of Plant and Crop Science Edited by Robert M. Goodman, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA

“…exceptionally well-illustrated ….” —Journal of Agricultural and Food Information “…a library acquisition of the first order for any high school, college, or university where those interested in plants abide…..This book is a gold lode waiting for the miner.” —David B. Weaver, Department of Agronomy and Soils, Auburn University, Alabama, U.S.A.

Encyclopedia of Soil Science, Second Edition Edited by Rattan Lal, The Ohio State University, Columbus, USA

“…a great book that should be [in the library of] every soil science department….” —Geoderma “ … recommended for all soil science libraries.” —Experimental Agriculture

Encyclopedia of Water Science, Second Edition Edited by Stanley W. Trimble, University of California, Los Angeles, USA

“… a convenient update of various technologies and a ready source of new reference materials.” —Marvin E. Jensen, PhD, Consultant, Retired, Director, Colorado Institute for Irrigation Management, Colorado State University — Fort Collins

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Encyclopedia of Supramolecular Chemistry Edited by Jerry L. Atwood University of Missouri, Columbia, USA

Jonathan W. Steed University of Durham, UK

“… stands true to its title: …an excellent addition to the science section of a college library.” —Science, Books, and Film “The articles are models of clarity ...Highly recommended!” —CHOICE

Encyclopedia of Surface and Colloid Science, Second Edition Edited by P. Somasundaran Columbia University, New York, USA

“The articles are written in a way that serves both the expert, as well as the non-colloid/surface scientist who needs a quick, in-depth tutorial on a particular or several colloid/interfacial subjects…” —Kyriakos Papadopoulos, Chemical Engineering Department, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA “…well done….will be useful for any science or engineering collection at the college-level or above.” —ARBAonline (American Reference Books Annual)

Encyclopedia of Chromatography, Third Edition

Over 70 New Articles!

Edited by Jack Cazes, Lady Lake, Florida, USA

With over 70 new articles, the third edition provides complete coverage of new technologies and techniques that have emerged since the publication of the second edition. Articles highlight modern applications and instrumentation of chromatography techniques, presenting an introductory description of each technique, a detailed discussion of the methodology, followed by an in-depth consideration of the theoretical aspects of the technology.

Encyclopedia of Chemical Processing Edited by Sunggyu Lee, Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, USA

Supplying expertly-written articles on technologies that can maximize and enhance the research and production phases of current and emerging chemical manufacturing practices and techniques, this second edition provides standardsetting articles on the methods, practices, products, and standards recently influencing the chemical industries.

Encyclopedia of Astronomy & Astrophysics Edited by P. Murdin, British National Space Centre, London, UK

“… must be one of the grandest reference works in science today … Paul Murdin and his team of contributors are to be congratulated on a major achievement …” —Physics World Available at www.eaa.crcpress.com

Dekker Encyclopedia of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Second Edition Edited by Cristian I. Contescu ORNL, Oakridge, Tennessee, USA

Winner of a CHOICE Outstanding Academic Book Award!

Karol Putyera Shiva Technologies Inc., Syracuse, New York, USA

“… an essentially exhaustive foundation on which future advancements in nanoscience and nanotechnology will be built ….” —Science Books & Films Unparalleled in scope and depth, this is the cutting-edge reference that everyone involved in nanoscience needs to have. It examines the properties, performance, and engineering of materials that have controllable features on the nanometer scale; new simulation tools and computational methods; and the construction, integration, and application of tools for the measurement and imaging of biological materials.

Encyclopedia of Energy Engineering and Technology Edited by Barney L. Capehart, University of Florida, Gainesville, USA

With contributions from more than 300 esteemed researchers and practitioners in the field, this encyclopedia presents topics related to the generation, production, consumption, and conservation of power, heat, and lighting. It covers energy efficiency and conservation opportunities, renewable and alternative energy sources, the financial analysis of energy systems, performance contracting, environmental regulations, global climate change, green development, hydrogen-fueled vehicles, and much more.

Encyclopedia of Optical Engineering Edited by Ronald G. Driggers U.S. Army Night Vision Laboratory, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, USA

“…extraordinarily comprehensive… this is the only reference book you ever need. A must-have!” —Gerald Holst, Author and Publisher, Fellow, The International Society for Optical Engineering, Winter Park, Florida

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Encyclopedia of Public Administration and Public Policy Second Edition Edited by Evan M. Berman National Chengchi University, Taipei, Taiwan

Jack Rabin Founding Editor

“…a succinct review and guide to current trends and thinking … recommended.” —CHOICE, on the first edition This second edition features a wide range of new topics, including military administration, government procurement, social theory, and justice administration in developed democracies. It also addresses current issues such as the creation of the Department of Homeland Security and covers public administration in various parts of the world.

Encyclopedia of Wireless and Mobile Communications Edited by Borko Furht, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, USA

“… strongly recommended … an utterly exhaustive reference resource … packed from cover to cover with extensive in-depth science and technical applications.” —Michael’s Bookshelf This encyclopedia is a substantial overview of essential topics in the wireless communications field, from acoustic communications and data compression to optical fibers and wireless sensor networks. Written by worldwide experts, it offers a complete range of both fundamental and advanced issues in telecommunications.

Encyclopedia of Library and Information Sciences, Third Edition Edited by Marcia J. Bates and Mary Niles Maack University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA

New Edition!

Containing contributions from major researchers and practitioners, this third edition substantially revamps a classic work, reflecting the growing convergence among the several disciplines that concern themselves with information and the cultural record. The encyclopedia addresses these related disciplines in a way that demonstrates the unities across the fields and also recognizes their uniquely distinguishing characteristics.

Encyclopedia of Software Engineering Phillip A. Laplante, The Pennsylvania State University, Malvern, USA

Coming in October 2010!

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