Bioengineering for pollution prevention / / Dianne Ahmann and John R. Dorgan

• Record Nr.: UNINA9910958508303321
• Autore: Ahmann Dianne
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: New York, : Nova Science, c2009
• ISBN: 1-60876-574-1
• Edizione: [1st ed.]
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (211 p.)
• Collana: Environmental research advances series
• Altri autori (Persone): DorganJohn R
• Disciplina: 628.5
• Soggetti: Bioengineering; Bioremediation; Pollution prevention
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Note generali: Description based upon print version of record.
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references and index.
• Nota di contenuto: Intro -- Bioengineering for Pollution Prevention -- Contents -- Preface -- Disclaimer -- Acknowledgments -- Executive Summary -- A. Biomaterials -- B. Biofuels -- C. Research Strategies -- List of Acronyms and Abbreviations -- Introduction -- A. Current Status of Energy and Materials Feedstocks -- B. Current Challenges -- C. Terms and Definitions -- D. Statement of Purpose -- References -- Biotechnological Platforms -- A. Genetic Engineering -- References -- B. Bioreactor Echnologies [45] -- References -- C. Bioseparations and Bioprocessing -- References -- Biomaterials -- A. Problem and Significance -- References -- B. Polylactides -- References -- C. Polyhydroxyalkanoates -- References -- D. Starches, Proteins, Plant Oils, and Cellulosics -- References -- Biofuels -- A. Bioethanol -- References -- B. Biodiesel -- References -- C. Biohydrogen -- References -- D. Biodesulfurization of Fossil Fuels -- References -- Summary of Future Research Priorities -- A. Introduction -- B. Genetic Engineering -- C. Bioreactor Technologies -- D. Bioseparations and Bioprocessing -- E. Polyactides -- F. Polyhydroxyakanoates -- G. Starches, Proteins, Plant Oils, and Cellulosics -- H. Bioethanol -- Biodiesel -- Biohydrogen -- Biodesulfurization of Fossil Fuels -- Appendix Contributions of the NSF/EPA Technology for a Sustainable Environment Program 1995-2004 -- Index.
• Sommario/riassunto: This book looks at petroleum-based fuels and related materials that are central to the economies of developed and developing countries around the world. However, these resources are finite and expected to enter a period of diminishing availability within the next several decades.

Passport Russia : your pocket guide to Russian business, customs & etiquette / / Charles Mitchell

• Record Nr.: UNINA9910969041403321
• Autore: Mitchell Charles <1953->
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: San Rafael, Calif., : World Trade Press, 1998
• Descrizione fisica: 96 p. : ill
• Collana: Passport to the world
• Disciplina: 390/.00947
• Soggetti: Corporate culture - Russia (Federation); Business etiquette - Russia (Federation); Negotiation in business - Russia (Federation); Intercultural communication
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Note generali: Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references.
• Nota di contenuto: Intro -- Table of Contents -- RUSSIA Quick Look -- Country Facts -- The Russians -- Cultural Stereotypes -- Regional Differences -- Government &amp -- Business -- The Work Environment -- Women in Business -- Making Connections -- Strategies for Success -- Time -- Business Meetings -- Negotiating with Russians -- Business Outside the Law -- Names &amp -- Greetings -- Communication Styles -- Customs -- Dress &amp -- Appearance -- Reading the Russians -- Entertaining -- Socializing -- Basic Russian Phrases -- Correspondence -- Useful Telephone Numbers -- Books &amp -- Internet Addresses.
• Sommario/riassunto: Comprehensive guide to the culture, etiquette and communication of Russia.