In 11 essays, the contributors examine the connections between environmental change and other major topics of early modern world history: population growth, commercialization, imperialism, industrialization, the fossil fuel revolution, and more.
Abstract: Fundamental reference information on enzymes and their functions in relation to food characteristcs is provided. Introductory material includes the basics of enzymology, commercial enzyme production, control of enzymes, and management of their action. Enzyme action is …
An understanding of environmental gradients (physical, chemical, hydrological, and biological) is a prerequisite to the delineation of wetland boundaries. Only when boundaries are determined can an appropriate buffer be established. Presenting the wide-ranging views of academici…
Rice science and technology
by Marshall, Wayne E., Wadsworth, James I.
fromFood science and technology
Feminist Political Ecology explores the gendered relations of ecologies, economies, and politics in communities as diverse as the rubber tappers in the rainforests of Brazil and activist groups fighting environmental racism in New York City. Environmental struggles occur through…
There is a New World Order for trade and globalization. Political and international issues metamorphose in the business ecosystem, in ways that penetrate everyday life and influence expectations beyond imagination. Inundated with constant information, new concepts, and endless d…
Purchasing principles and management
by Jones, David, Jessop, David, Farmer, David, Baily, Peter J. H.
A guideline on methods for analyzing foods, the organization and content of food composition tables and data bases, and procedures for the accurate international interchange of data. Focuses specifically on the issues involved in gathering, and estimating where necessary, the da…
