This new edition presents the latest cultivation and biotechnological advances that have contributed to the modernization of mushroom farming and the mushroom industry. It supplies each step in the complex mushroom cultivation process, exploring not only the "how" but also the "why". Professionals/scientists in related fields will obtain a much greater knowledge of the nutritional and medicinal benefits that mushrooms have to offer. This interdisciplinary approach will appeal to readers in a wide range of fields with its complete coverage of breeding, efficient cultivation practices, nutritional value, and medicinal/pharmaceutical utility.
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Worldwide, falls represent the third leading cause of disability after the systemic conditions of depression and anemia. Measuring Slipperiness presents expert group perspectives on human-centered and surface-centered aspects and approaches. This internationally contributed volume also addresses the injury burden of slipperiness, globally reviews existing slipmeters, and summarizes areas of consensus in the field of slipperiness measurement. Students, professionals, and researchers in ergonomics, health and safety, gait biomechanics, human locomotion, and wear and lubrication sciences will find it a valuable, timely reference.
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Novela de aventuras, obra histórica y testimonio personal, "Cisnes salvajes" cuenta la historia a China a través de la saga de una abuela (que tuvo que convivir con las concubinas de si "señor de la guerra" hasta qeu pudo huir), una madre (colaboradora en la revolución de Mao) y una hija (la autora, nacida en 1952 y exiliada de China con la Revolución Cultural). La novela, que se publicó en 1993, alcanza ya las quince ediciones en español.

With detailed photos and schematic system diagrams, the Hazardous and Radioactive Waste Treatment Technologies Handbook provides the latest information on current technologies in the market. Intended as a reference for scientists, engineers, and engineering students, it covers waste-related thermal and non-thermal technologies, separation techniques, and stabilization technologies. It provides an overview of recent waste technologies, for both hazardous chemical wastes and radioactive wastes. By implementing the techniques presented in this book, readers will be able to decide which appropriate technology to use and how to design the equipment for their particular needs.
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Tres mujeres (abuela, madre e hija) luchan por sobrevivir en una China sometida a violentas guerras, invasiones, revoluciones y perpetua agitación a lo largo de una saga verídica que abarca todo el siglo XX.