Dinosaur Society Dinosaur Encyclopedia

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The president and founder of The Dinosaur Society teams up with the author of The Complete Dinosaur Dictionary to offer the ultimate guide for students, kids, parents, and dinosaur enthusiasts of every stripe. More than 600 species are described, along with information about appearance and behavior. 400 drawings.

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Good for it's time, but others are better.......2005-01-17

I got this book at a garage sale. Original cost was $25 which in 1993 would have made this a good value, although the release of "Jurassic Park" that same year would have exposed you to some dinosaurs for less money.

The reviewer below noticed the lack of illustrations, including my personal favorite, Ankylosaurus. The book contains many of the different types of dinosaurs and the descriptions are well researched for what was known then. In recent years, and even through the "Jurassic Park" movies, we see that new information is being uncovered, making this book ... extinct.

If you find this at a garage sale, and you really want to see all the different types of dinosaurs that some books would just ignore, then get it. There are more varieties than you'd ever known to exist (over 600). The author Donald F. Glut probably has something newer available (for a price) if you want to keep up to date.

At least it is current enough to let you know that the Brontosaurus was incorrectly named and should be called the Apatosaurus. Personally, I learned more about many different species just from playing "Jurassic Park: Operation Genesis" interactive game © 2003 Universal Interactive, Inc.

Cool reference book on every dinosaur discovered so far........1997-05-07

Combined forces of the two famous dinosaur experts Donald F. Glut and Don Lessem, resulted with the detailed listing and description of all dinosaur genera and species known at the time of the publishing (1994). The encyclopedia contains 400 original illustrations of fossils, skeleton reconstructions and life retorations. It is a pitty thourg, that all the dinosaur described in the book were not accompanied with their illustrations. Nevertheless, it is a great reference book and recommended for all ages

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what else can I say
Sometimes you only need the spelling
Dorland's Medical Speller rocks!
Dorland's is a Dream !
Top of the line reference book for medical transcriptionists

Dorland's Medical Speller

Manufacturer: W.B. Saunders Company
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ASIN: 0721635997

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what else can I say.......2006-05-30

What else can I say about this book? I hope they update it sometime soon because there is a lot more that needs to be added but if you only have ONE reference book for medical transcription -- this is the one! Because it is completely alphabetized, no categories, no sections, it is the easiest way to find medical terms. It is essential for beginners and advanced transcribers alike.

I even love the weight of this book in my hand. I love everything about it. You will not regret buying this book.

Sometimes you only need the spelling.......2004-02-12

It's easy to see why this book is a favorite among medical transcriptionists. I would also recommend Dorland's Medical Speller for writers---any kind of writer from fiction to technical---editors, reporters, and even advanced Scrabble players.

When I'm uncertain about how to spell a medical term, it's convenient to zip to the word right away without lugging the big Dorland's down from the bookcase. And if you happen to be either a closet etiology or etymology sleuth, this small text can help you maintain a low profile.

Dorland's Medical Speller rocks!.......2002-04-02

This book was purchased for a hospital radiology department including transcriptionists with as little as one year and as many as 19 years' experience. We love it - it has come in handy many times since purchase!! We highly recommend it for use by transcriptionists in any genre.

Dorland's is a Dream !.......2001-11-16

Dorland's Medical Speller is a must for every medical transcriptionist. Even though this book is in dire need of new publication because so much has been added in the last 9-10 years, it is in constant use in our hospital medical records dept. It has become so worn from use that we have had to punch holes in each page and place them in a 3-ring binder, BUT it keeps on keeping on !!

Top of the line reference book for medical transcriptionists.......2001-02-16

I have been a medical transcriptionist for going on five years and I have used this book more than any other reference book I have. It has more "word power" in a single volume than any other I have come across and is well worth the price!! I started working in a hospital as a transcriptionist and then branched out in other areas of medicine when I went to work for a national company and this book has been a very big help in that transition when doing unfamiliar work types. If you are in the medical transcription field, you will never outgrow this wonderful reference book!!

Dictionary of Microbiology & Molecular Biology

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great reference to have
Not what I'd hoped
Outstanding information source
A must for college & graduate students
A superb, comprehensive dictionary at a reasonable price.

Dictionary of Microbiology & Molecular Biology
Paul Singleton , and Diana Sainsbury
Manufacturer: Wiley
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0470035455

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This Third, Revised Edition of a unique, encyclopaedic reference work covers the whole field of pure and applied microbiology and microbial molecular biology in one volume. The Dictionary of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Third Edition, Revised:

Reflects the latest developments in the field
Features over 18,000 entries from concise definitions of terms to review-length articles
Provides extensive cross-referencing between topics
Includes numerous references from scientific journals and other relevant sources

With its wide-ranging description of different areas of microbiology, the Dictionary of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Third Edition, Revised is an indispensable reference for every researcher, lecturer and student.

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great reference to have.......2005-08-31

I have owned this book for more than 5 years. It has been my collection books for a long time. This is a great reference when I was taking all my microbiology and molecular biology classes in undergrad. This book has helped me tremendously on understanding the concept and definition of the microbio for the last 2 years of my college. I cherish this dictionary a lot,I am only trying to sell it b/c of moving, and that I am no longer in microbiology field. But from the bottom of my heart, this is definitely a great resource to look up if you need a better understanding of biology.

Not what I'd hoped.......2005-03-11

From reading the other reviews, I was hopeful that buying this book would mean the end of me scouring the internet for definitions of biology terms. That didn't happen. While it has some great in-depth definitions, I just don't find about 40% of the words I look for! My concentration is genetics and immunology (which this dictionary should cover, on an undergrad level at least) and I've found this book to be more a source of frustration than aid. It was not a worthwhile purchase. So I'm still in the market for a good bio dictionary.

Outstanding information source.......2000-04-19

This book helped me survive graduate school - especially during my written preliminary exams. It is a comprehensive source of information, and it happily contained every word I wished to look up. I would not call it simply a 'dictionary', as the explanations are very in-depth and detailed. Seriously, this is one you need in your personal collection.

A must for college & graduate students.......2000-04-02

This book was invaluable to me during my tenure as a graduate student in molecular biology. It is very comprehensive, easy to use and to understand. It is a great asset to anyone studying a biology related field at an undergraduate or graduate level. It is particularly helpful when reading papers from research journals. Worth every penny.

A superb, comprehensive dictionary at a reasonable price........1997-12-17

Singleton's Dictonary of Microbiology and Molecular Biology is wonderfully comprehensive, very current and a bargain at $62. This dictionary at 1,000-plus pages is a must-have book.

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IF YOU WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MYCOLOGY, BUY THIS BOOK!

Illustrated Dictionary of Mycology
Miguel Ulloa , and Richard T. Hanlin
Manufacturer: American Phytopathological Society
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0890542570

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IF YOU WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MYCOLOGY, BUY THIS BOOK!.......2001-12-15

If you are interested in having in hand a reference book that explains scientific mycological terms as well as the etymology of generic names, this is your book. The illustrations are also extremely helpful, and the book comes in an elegant hardbout format and a reasonable price. It is a good complement to Ainsworth and Bisby's "Dictionary of Fungi". Dr. Ulloa had originally published a Spanish version of this book, and now APS has figured out that it would be a hit in English. This book should be mandatory for undergraduate students taking basic mycology, and for graduate students working in the field.

The Dictionary of Gene Technology: Genomics, Transcriptomics, Proteomics (Life Sciences)

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The Dictionary of Gene Technology: Genomics, Transcriptomics, Proteomics (Life Sciences)
Günter Kahl
Manufacturer: Wiley-VCH
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ASIN: 3527307656

Book Description

The most up-to-date and comprehensive collection of technical terms of gene technology and related disciplines, such as genomics, transcriptomics and proteomics, pointing to the forefront of this modern and extremely rapidly evolving science.
More than 2,500 new terms have been added to the previous 6,500 terms in the best-selling second edition. This dramatic increase reflects the unprecedented and literally explosive development of novel technologies, new insights in genic and genomic biology, and the worldwide marketing of such achievements. They also bear witness to current tendencies towards miniaturization and the increasing involvement of bioinformatics.
Extensive explanations, comprehensive and simple diagrams and illustrations accompany the terms, providing outstanding access to the complexities of gene technology in its broadest sense. Moreover, the ever-growing jungle of acronyms and exotic jargon has been structured for less confusion and more translucence.
Multiple cross-references enable a broad readership, layman and expert alike, to form networks linking the various terms in context and to understand relationships between gene technology and genetics, molecular genetics, biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology and applied sciences. Seasoned researchers, newcomers, students, R & D officials, politicians, journalists and biotech company representatives will all benefit from this user-friendly dictionary in coping with the boom in this exciting science.

Ainsworth and Bisby's Dictionary of Fungi

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Ainsworth and Bisby's Dictionary of Fungi

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The Dictionary of Environmental Microbiology

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The Dictionary of Environmental Microbiology
Linda D. Stezenbach , and Marylynn V. Yates
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The Dictionary of Environmental Microbiology not only defines terms used in environmental microbiology but also includes terms associated with molecular biology, historical figures in the field, and microorganisms of significance. These entries not only provide information that will assist in the study of environmental microbiology, but will also serve as a resource for nonscientists.

* Defines terms used in environmental microbiology, including bacteriology, mycology, parasitology and virology
* Defines terms used in biotechnology with a microbiology application in food and industrial microbiology
* Cites historical figures involved in environmental microbiology including microorganisms of significance

Stedman's Organisms & Infectious Disease Words

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Stedman's Organisms & Infectious Disease Words
Stedman's
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Stedman's Organisms & Infectious Disease Words is for the busy medical language specialist who must have the most current, comprehensive, accurate, and reliable reference of bacteria, virus, parasite, and fungus names, as well as infectious disease terminology--including cross-referenced terms and appendix sections--organized for quick, easy lookup at an affordable price.

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501 Human Diseases
David F. Mullins
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501 Human Diseases is a reference guide to understanding the influence of specific diseases, their treatment, and diagnoses. This easy-to- read guide provides basic information concerning diseases, so that readers can quickly find accurate and timely information about a disease's characteristic signs and symptoms, treatments, and the tests used in diagnosis.

A Clinician's Dictionary of Pathogenic Microorganisms

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A Clinician's Dictionary of Pathogenic Microorganisms
James H. Jorgensen , and Michael A. Pfaller
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