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Advances in Postharvest Fruit and Vegetable Technology examines how
changes in community attitudes and associated pressures on industry
are demanding changes in the way technology is used to minimize
postharvest loss and maintain product quality. In particular, the
book discusses important drivers for change, including: Using more
natural chemicals or physical treatments to replace synthetic
chemicals Increasing the efficiency of older, more traditional
methods in combination with newer biocontrol treatments Leveraging
a range of biomolecular research tools or "omics" to efficiently
gather and assess mass information at molecular, enzymic, and
genetic levels Using modelling systems to identify key changes and
control points for better targeting of new treatments and solutions
to postharvest problems The postharvest handling of fresh fruits
and vegetables plays a critical role in facilitating a continuous
supply of high-quality fresh produce to the consumer. Many new
technologies developed and refined in recent years continue to make
possible an ever-expanding supply of fresh products. This volume
examines a range of recently developed technologies and systems
that will help the horticulture industry to become more
environmentally sustainable and economically competitive, and to
minimize postharvest quality loss and generate products that are
appealing and acceptable to consumers.
This book captures the excitement of a formative phase of UK
science during and immediately following WWII. It links back to
scientists working at Antarctic whaling stations and the
complimentary voyages of Captain Scott's Discovery that explored
the vast icy Southern Ocean, funded by a tax on whale oil. In the
depths of WWII a small group of young scientists were brought
together under the inspirational leadership of Dr (later Sir)
George Deacon, and shortly after the end of the war, the UKis first
National Institute of Oceanography was formed. The discoveries from
50 years ago underpin our modern-day science. The bookis chapters
are all written and edited by NIO scientists and convey the
atmosphere of work at sea in a bygone age before small computers,
satellite navigation and easy communication. The book is A useful
introduction for students of marine and/or environmental science.
It will appeal to many scientists and the general public , to those
interested in science and innovation during and after WWII and of
course to many living in the Surrey who always wondered what went
on in the leafy lanes that were home to NIO and its successors for
almost 50 years.
Advances in Postharvest Fruit and Vegetable Technology examines how
changes in community attitudes and associated pressures on industry
are demanding changes in the way technology is used to minimize
postharvest loss and maintain product quality. In particular, the
book discusses important drivers for change, including: Using more
natural chemicals or physical treatments to replace synthetic
chemicals Increasing the efficiency of older, more traditional
methods in combination with newer biocontrol treatments Leveraging
a range of biomolecular research tools or "omics" to efficiently
gather and assess mass information at molecular, enzymic, and
genetic levels Using modelling systems to identify key changes and
control points for better targeting of new treatments and solutions
to postharvest problems The postharvest handling of fresh fruits
and vegetables plays a critical role in facilitating a continuous
supply of high-quality fresh produce to the consumer. Many new
technologies developed and refined in recent years continue to make
possible an ever-expanding supply of fresh products. This volume
examines a range of recently developed technologies and systems
that will help the horticulture industry to become more
environmentally sustainable and economically competitive, and to
minimize postharvest quality loss and generate products that are
appealing and acceptable to consumers.
Completely updated, this broad-based introductory level textbook
covers the key concepts and practical technologies to slow the
deterioration of harvested produce, including handling, packaging,
transport, temperature management and the control of pests and
diseases. The book retains the high quality colour section and the
content has been revised to reflect up-to-date information on the
key issues of effective postharvest handling. New to the sixth
edition: - Discussion of issues important to consumers and the
impact of trends in convenience marketing on the quality of
fresh-cut produce - Coverage of sustainability in terms of both
energy used by technologies and non-synthetic disease and pest
control systems - Greater consideration given to pre-harvest
factors that influence quality - Additional information about the
health benefits of plant antioxidant properties and a discussion of
'superfoods' This new edition is an invaluable resource for
students of horticulture, plant physiology and food science, and
industry personnel involved with the transportation, warehousing,
marketing and retailing of fresh produce.
This directory has become a valued source of information for
energy-efficient building designers and specifiers throughout
Europe and the details and scope of product, service and supplier
listings have again been extensively updated for this edition.
The book represents all the knowledge we currently have on ocean
circulation. It presents an up-to-date summary of the state of the
science relating to the role of the oceans in the physical climate
system.
The book is structured to guide the reader through the wide
range of world ocean circulation experiment (WOCE) science in a
consistent way. Cross-references between contributors have been
added, and the book has a comprehensive index and unified reference
list.
The book is simple to read, at the undergraduate level. It was
written by the best scientists in the world who have collaborated
to carry out years of experiments to better understand ocean
circulation.
Presents in situ and remote observations with worldwide
coverage; Provides theoretical understanding of processes within
the ocean and at its boundaries to other Earth System components;
and Allows for simulating ocean and climate processes in the past,
present and future using a hierarchy of physical-biogeochemical
models
Over the past two decades a quiet revolution has been taking place
in the countryside of China where hundreds of millions of people
have been lifted out of poverty. This book focuses on some of the
practical actions and clever use of appropriate technologies which
have been at the heart of this positive grassroots-driven change in
rural Gansu Province. Key to this has been mobilizing the
population and their expeditious use of rainwater harvesting both
to dramatically improve crop yields and provide households with
reliable domestic water supplies. Since Gansu is semi-arid and
stored rainwater a scarce resource, ingenious systems of providing
crops with just the right amount of supplementary irrigation at
critical periods have been developed. Challenges such as lack of
fuelwood have been overcome by the development of simple low-cost
solar cookers, which by focusing the sun s rays using tiny mirrors
can boil a kettle in minutes. These affordable units are now being
produced at hundreds of small rural factories. The construction of
low-cost greenhouses using plastic sheeting allows for the
collection of rainwater and its use in efficient drip irrigation
systems. By supplying vegetables and cash crops to local markets
farmers have been able to repay their initial investment in under
two years. The real significance of this case study is that most of
the approaches described are based on universal principles of
sustainable development. "Every Last Drop" is recommended reading
for engineers, planners, staff of NGOs, academics and students in
the water, energy, and agriculture sectors."
This book provides a state-of-the-art review of practice in the
collection of rainwater. It presents case studies with numerous
examples from around the world which will help anyone intending to
design or construct a rainwater catchment system.The prime focus of
the book is on implementation of roof and ground catchment systems
for meeting either total or supplementary household water
requirements. All aspects of design and construction are covered
including simple methods of sizing systems, erection of gutters,
choice of materials, construction techniques, training, operation,
and maintenance. Ina addition, non-technical factors such as water
quality, health, social, financial, cultural, political,
institutional, and general issues are discussed. The text is fully
supported with drawings, photographs, and detailed step-by step
accounts for several different types of household rainwater tanks.
The material is based on practical experience learned over 20 years
of constructing and researching rainwater systems in Africa and
Asia. It will be of use and interest to project managers,
development workers, water engineers, architects, builders, and
researchers.
Clinical Evaluation of Neurogenic Conditions, Electrodiagnostic
Evaluation of Lower Extremity Neurogenic Problems, Imaging: MRI and
Ultrasound for Evaluation of Nerve Problems, Nerve Repair and
Reconstruction, Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, Failed, Relapsed. or
Recurrent Tarsal Tunnel, Nerve Entrapments, Intermetatarsal
Neuritis and Morton's Neuroma, Recurrent Morton's Neuroma, The
Painful Neuroma and Use of Conduits, Pedicle and Free Flaps for
Painful Nerves, Peripheral Neuropathy, Complex Regional Pain
Syndrome, Nerve Wrapping
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