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Climate change is a major crisis faced by our world in today's time. It refers to the rise in the average surface temperature of Earth and is mainly caused by human activities which release carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the air and by natural factors such as solar radiation, volcanic eruptions and plate tectonics. Different approaches, evaluations, methodologies and advanced studies on climate change have been included in this book. Climatologists, environmentalists and students actively engaged in this field will find this book full of crucial and unexplored concepts.

Hydrology is the study of water and its occurrence on Earth as well as its movement and properties in each phase of the hydrologic cycle. Water is a scarce natural resource and hydrologists seek to intervene in the availability and distribution of water in various regions of Earth. Concerns related to hydrology include the supply of water to cities or for cultivation, solve soil erosion and runoff as well as calamities like flooding. Geologic and atmospheric properties of various ecologies that are studied under Earth sciences allow for precise models for hydrological prediction and forecasting. This book unfolds the innovative aspects of this subject which will be crucial for the progress of this field in the future. It consists of contributions made by international experts. For all readers who are interested in hydrology, the case studies included in this book will serve as an excellent guide to develop a comprehensive understanding.

Climate change is defined as the monitoring of meteorological sources to calculate changes and hazards posed by climate. This book on climate change discusses the various models of ecological assessment and its relation to the severity of risk that is posed. Long-term damage can lead to larger sections of wildlife and flora being affected. As this field is emerging at a rapid pace, the contents of this book will help the readers understand the modern concepts and applications of the subject. It brings forth some of the most innovative concepts and elucidates the unexplored aspects of climate change. This book will serve as a reference to a broad spectrum of readers including climatologists, meteorologists, ecologists, researchers and students.

Developmental biology studies hereditary relationships between species by analyzing embryonic developments occurring at the molecular level. This book on developmental biology presents researches and studies performed by experts across the globe. Theoretical advancements and technological changes that have occurred in this field as well as in molecular genetics have been included in it. While understanding the long-term perspectives of the topics, the book makes an effort in highlighting their impact as a modern tool for the growth of the discipline. It will act as a guide for students and academicians in the fields of evolutionary biology, deep homology and genetics.

Cryobiology is an upcoming field of science that has undergone rapid development over the past few decades. The effect that low temperature has on any biological material can be studied under the subject of cryobiology. The techniques used in cryobiology are tissue preservation and transplantation, cryosurgery, embryo and gamete preservation, etc. Cryopreservation primarily aims at preserving living cells. This book elucidates the concepts and innovative models around prospective developments with respect to cryobiology and cryopreservation. Scientists and students actively engaged in this field will find this book full of crucial and unexplored concepts.

Gene cloning is the method by which a gene is copied and encoded for modification. It is very important in processes related to cellular biology such as gene sequencing, mutagenesis, protein expression and genotyping. Gene cloning has various industrial applications such as in the creation of genetically modified crops, gene therapy, tissue engineering, hormone creation in the field of medicine, etc. This book elucidates the concepts and innovative models around prospective developments with respect to gene cloning. It strives to provide a fair idea about this discipline and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances within this field. The book will prove to be of great help to students and researchers in the fields of molecular biology, genetics and engineering.

Genetic engineering is the modification of an organism's genome by using biotechnology. It is used to modify genes and to change their genetic trait. There are a number of techniques that are used in genetic engineering, such as gene isolation, gene targeting and regeneration. These techniques are applied in a number of fields including industrial biotechnology and medicine. As this field is emerging at a rapid pace, the contents of this book will help the readers understand the modern concepts and applications of the subject. In this book, using case studies and examples; constant effort has been made to make the understanding of the difficult concepts of genetic engineering as easy and informative as possible, for the readers.

Bioengineering is the field of engineering that applies principles of engineering to biological systems. It is a vast field that seeks to design and develop tools and technology for the advancement of life sciences in general. Prospects in this field include manufacturing and manipulating living tissue and matter with the help of technological aids such as computational modeling, materials synthesis and machine learning. This book is meant for students who are looking for an elaborate reference text on this field. It will be of great help to students, researchers, academicians and scientists in the fields of biosystems engineering, biomechanics and tissue and metabolic engineering.

The intersection of nanotechnology and biology is known as bionanotechnology. This subject has emerged recently. The most important objective of this field is to apply nanotools to biological problems. This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of bionanotechnology. As this discipline is emerging at a rapid pace, the contents of this book will help the readers understand the modern concepts and applications of the subject. It is meant for students and researchers who are looking for an elaborate reference text on bionanotechnology.

Land use management can be referred to as the planning and implementation of processes with a view to develop an area of land. Modern land use management seeks to integrate urban development trends along with sustainable measures to protect the environment. Resource management and geospatial characteristics of a region are taken into consideration in this field. Smart growth policies that allocate green corridors and sustainable transport systems are other aspects of land use management. The various advancements in this field are glanced at and their applications as well as ramifications are looked at in detail. This book is meant for students who are looking for an elaborate reference text on land use management.

Aquaculture studies methods of conserving fishery resources. It promotes the cultivation of freshwater population along with saltwater population. The most popular forms of aquaculture include mariculture, algaculture, shrimp farming, fish farming and ornamental fish cultivation, etc. From theories to researches to practical applications, case studies related to all contemporary topics of relevance to this field have been included herein. This book includes contributions of experts and scientists, which will provide innovative insights into this field. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive use of examples make this book an invaluable source of knowledge.

Soil is necessary for the existence of life on Earth. It is a natural element that is necessary for the growth of plants. The interaction between soil, plants and microbes is known as soil ecology. Plants and microbes are both essential for the nutrient recycling in soil ecosystems. For all readers who are interested in the study of soil ecology, the case studies included in this book will serve as an excellent guide to develop a comprehensive understanding. This book, with its detailed analyses and data, will prove immensely beneficial to professionals and students involved in this area at various levels.

Agricultural production is the practice of growing crops for food, fuel and fiber. Agronomists depend on optimum conditions for plant growth. Soil fertility is one of the key aspects of agriculture and the addition of fertilizers to improve soil quality is very important for healthy plant growth. Fertilizers ensure the supply of vital nutrients for the plant as well as the restoration of nutrients to the soil. They are selected keeping in mind their purpose that could be the supply of minerals or other elements that promote plant metabolism. Different fertilizers have different constituents, ranging from compound fertilizers to organic fertilizers that also have various spreading techniques. In modern agricultural practice, machinery is also greatly involved in the application of fertilizers. This book on agricultural production and fertilizers picks up individual branches and explains their need and contribution in the context of a growing economy. It will be of great help to students and researchers in the fields of agronomy, farm management and sustainable agriculture practices.

The study of microbial activities in the soil is known as soil biology. It plays an important role in understanding the characteristics of soil. The soil biota consists of mesofauna, macrofauna, microfauna and megafauna. This book provides comprehensive insights into the fields of soil biology and ecology. A number of latest researches have been included to keep the readers up-to-date with the global concepts in this area of study. For all readers who are interested in soil biology and soil ecology the case studies included in this book will serve as an excellent guide to develop a comprehensive understanding.

Plant breeding is practiced with the purpose of improving the quality of a plant, to increase its tolerance towards environmental pressures, insects, pests, etc. As a field, it studies the traits of plants and focuses on the techniques that are used in selecting the desirable characteristics for the purpose of breeding. The advancement in plant breeding has resulted in genetically modified plants which display superior characteristics of growth and facilitate commercial production of fruits, crops, etc. This book outlines the principles of plant breeding. New technologies related to the field of plant breeding have been covered in this book. It is an essential guide for both academicians and those who wish to pursue this discipline further.

The rise in population and industries has led to many problems and most critical out of them is pollution. Due to the increase in the number of vehicles, growing infrastructure, rapid deforestation, emission of poisonous gases and excessive use of machines and technological devices like ACs, has resulted in an increase in the pollution of air, noise and water. It has led to many deadly skin and lung diseases. This book is designed to present the subject of pollution in an in-depth manner. This textbook aims to serve as a resource guide for students and experts alike and contribute to the growth of the discipline.

Veterinary medicine studies methods that seek to diagnose, treat and prevent diseases and disorders in animals. This branch of medicine has various sub-specialties like veterinary physicians, paraveterinary workers and specializations such as osteopaths, physiotherapists and chiropractors. Veterinary medicine also extends to the prevention and regulation of zoonotic diseases, which are harmful to animals and human beings. This book strives to provide a fair idea about this discipline and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances within this field. It is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area as well as for experts.

Photoenergy is the process and science of converting light into energy, particularly into electrical energy by using materials that are semiconductors and use the photovoltaic effect. One of the most successful and widely used form of photovoltaics is solar energy derived by planting solar panels in direct sunlight and harnessing the sunlight into electricity. This book presents researches and studies performed by experts across the globe on the various aspects of photoenergy. Most of the topics introduced in this book cover new techniques and the applications of the subject. It is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area as well as for experts.

Biofuel is the alternative form of energy, which is derived from biological processes like anaerobic digestion, etc. It is also generated directly from plants or plant based activities like agriculture and domestic waste. Biomass is also a main provider of biofuel in liquid, gas, and solid form. The book presents researches and studies performed by experts across the globe on biofuels and their generation. The topics covered herein offer new insights in the field of biofuel energy. This book will help new researchers by foregrounding their knowledge in this branch.

Harnessing energy and storing it in devices like accumulators is known as energy storage. The field concerns itself with converting the energy in a form which is economically suitable to store. The methods involved in this area are thermal storage, mechanical storage, nuclear fuel storage, interseasonal thermal storage, etc. For someone with an interest and eye for detail, this book covers the most significant topics in the field of energy storage. It elucidates new techniques and their applications in a multidisciplinary approach. The textbook aims to serve as a resource guide for students and experts alike and contribute to the growth of the discipline.

Climatology studies climate, which is the aggregation of weather conditions over a defined period of time. Global climatology studies global climatic patterns by using diverse methods and models. Climate indices, which are data that has been gathered over a period of time, can be used to study changes that are occurring in global climate. This book is a valuable compilation of topics, ranging from the basic to the most complex advancements in the field of climatology. It includes contributions of experts and scientists which will provide innovative insights into this field. In this book, using case studies and examples, constant effort has been made to make the understanding of the difficult concepts of climatology as easy and informative as possible, for the readers.

The study of the structures and functions of the cells is known as cell biology. Organisms can either consist of one cell or a structure of cells. These cells can be classified into eukaryotic or prokaryotic cells. While prokaryotic cells are single celled organisms, eukaryotic cells can be multicellular. For someone with an interest and eye for detail, this book covers the most significant topics in the field of cell biology. It aims to serve as a resource guide for students and experts alike and contribute to the growth of the discipline.

As the population and pollution is on the rise, it has disturbed the natural environment; this has led to many weather hazards. The only way to combat these hazards is through efficient disaster management. Being prepared for managing, organizing, controlling the hazards is known as disaster management. The process involves pre-incident training, communicating, prevention, mitigation, preparedness, forming an emergency planning committee, response and recovery. This book unfolds the innovative aspects of disaster management, which will be crucial for the holistic understanding of the subject matter. Some of the diverse topics covered in it address the varied branches that fall under this category. This textbook aims to serve as a resource guide for students and experts alike and contribute to the growth of the discipline.

Biotechnology is an interdisciplinary field of study which focuses on the development of specified products using living systems or organisms. The recent developments made in the field of biotechnology help our society in developing better health care products and vaccines. Apart from using this technology in the health care sector, it also helps in generating fuel which is less harmful for our environment. In this book, constant effort has been made to make the understanding of the difficult concepts of biotechnology as easy and informative as possible, for the readers. It aims to serve as a resource guide for students and experts alike and contribute to the growth of the discipline.

Evolutionary genetics studies new mutations that still occur within a species. It derives its primary principles from evolutionary milestones that have been highlighted by the theory of natural selection. There are multiple micro-evolutionary changes that occur within the various groups of a species and they manifest as macro-evolutionary patterns across a period of time, resulting in varying individual and social behavioral actions. Evolutionary genetics has been applied in sub-fields such as ecological genetics, population genetics and quantitative genetics. This book strives to provide a fair idea about this discipline and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances within this field. It will serve as a reference to a broad spectrum of readers.

Proteins are organic compounds which are formed of amino acids that are linked together by peptides. They help the body in getting nitrogen, vitamins and sulfur. Proteins are three dimensional in their structure. Their structure can be categorized into four distinctive aspects - primary structure, secondary structure, quaternary structure and tertiary structure. As this subject is emerging at a rapid pace, the contents of this book will help the readers understand the modern concepts and applications of the subject. This book is meant for students who are looking for an elaborate reference text on protein chemistry.

Soil is the main source of nutrients for the growth of plants. Some of the nutrients obtained from the soil are nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, etc. The fertility of soil depends on the amount of nutrients, soil depth and microorganisms present in it. This book explores all the important aspects of soil nutrition and soil fertility in the present day scenario. It strives to provide a fair idea about this discipline and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances within this field. This book is an essential guide for both academicians and those who wish to pursue this discipline further.

Human genetics studies the structure of genes and the inheritance of certain characteristics, diseases and physical appearance caused by them in humans. Human genetics has a number of allied fields like molecular genetics, population genetics, clinical genetics, cytogenetics, etc. Studying human genetics helps us in understanding and treating a number of neural as well as physical disorders. This book explores all the important aspects of human genetics in the present day scenario. Scientists and students actively engaged in this field will find this book full of crucial and unexplored concepts.

Agronomy refers to that sub-field of agriculture, which deals with the use of plants to get fiber, fuel, and food. It includes specialized areas like plant breeding, weed control, pest control, irrigation, crop rotation, soil classification, etc. Agronomy uses the elements of plant genetics, plant meteorology, ecology, biology, soil science, etc. This book provides significant information of this discipline to help develop a good understanding of the subject and its related fields. Some of the diverse topics covered in it address the varied branches that fall under this category. Scientists, researchers and students actively engaged in this field will find the book full of crucial and unexplored concepts.

Horticulture as field of agricultural science is concerned with the technology, art, business and science of growing and maintaining plants. Some of the main areas of horticulture are garden design, arboriculture, plant conservation, plant propagation, etc. The plants cultivated under this field are seaweed, nuts, mushrooms, medicinal plants, sprouts, fruits, etc. This book strives to provide a fair idea about the discipline and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances within this field. Some of the diverse topics covered in it address the varied branches that fall under this category. It will help new researchers by foregrounding their knowledge in the branch of horticulture.