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Description Phycology is the study of algae, the primary photosynthetic organisms in freshwater and marine food chains. Since the publication of the first edition in 1981, this textbook has established itself as a classic resource on this subject. Aimed at upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in phycology, limnology and biological oceanography, this revised edition maintains the format of previous editions, whilst incorporating the recent developments in the field such as: the potential and challenges of producing algae biofuel; the proliferation of… Key features • Discusses the connection between the surplus of pollutants in waters due to Man's activities and the increasingly high densities of algae growth resulting in blooms of nuisance and/or toxin-producing genera • Introduces the latest research on algae as a biomass resource, allowing students to learn about the various strands of development in this field and the hurdles that this technology has yet to overcome before it can compete in the fuel market • Explains how the application of powerful and ultra-rapid nucleic acid sequencing techniques to the problems of phylogenetic studies has led to a greater understanding of the evolution of algal groups and their interrelationships • Covers the economic importance of algae from their role as primary producers of the aquatic environments to source of food for both animals and humans, and their ability to yield specific chemical products and antibiotics Author ...

Some people then choose to study psychology in much greater depth and opt to either major or minor in the subject in college. So why should you study psychology if you do not plan on entering some sort of social science field after you graduate? Even if you don’t plan to become a psychology major, you can still benefit a great deal from learning more about this topic. • Psychology is rich and fascinating and touches on every single aspect of who we are. By • Psychology can also provide a basis for better understanding of other people. By knowing what makes people tick and what motivates them, you will be able to gain greater insight into what makes people do the things they do. • Psychology can make you a better communicator, What Are Some of the Different Topics Studied by Psychologists? Psychology delves into virtually every aspect of how people think and behave. Have you ever wondered why some people are outspoken while others are quiet? Ever want to know why people seem to behave differently in large groups than they do when they are alone? Do you ever marvel at the amazing way young children seem to develop new skills and abilities so quickly? These are just a few of the questions that • Applied psychologists who work on applying psychological knowledge to solving real-life problems • Mental health psychologists who utilize their knowledge to diagnose, treat, and prevent mental illnesses and psychological distress • Research psychologists who perform experiments to le...

Psyche: The Core Concept Who owns the mind? Is it the believers in spirit, that illusive "thing" that isn't a thing, but somehow resides in the brain . . . or is it the heart? Do scientists own the mind? Those dissectors and understanders who deny something just because they haven't seen it yet? Before Wilhelm Wundt opened the first experimental psychology laboratory in 1879, there was no academic discipline of psychology separate from Although there are more psychological issues today that can be significantly and reliably treated by a particular psychological approach than there were a hundred years ago, it remains the case that for most psychological complaints, schools of thought or academic orientation are not related to successful treatment. Rather it is similarity of background and values and the creation of a trusting rapport that are most correlated with successful Furthermore, for common "neurosis," talk therapy with a skilled practitioner (or even trusted family member) is more effective over the long run than an equivalent-length treatment with any pharmaceutical. Especially since many pharmaceuticals begin to backfire after prolonged use—backfire due to tolerance and side effects, where the benefit begins to be outweighed by the drawbacks. The current tendency to prescribe a pharmaceutical, simply because it works at first, is mistaken. We must find combinations of treatments that are explicitly chosen to be effective without There is an important role played ...

Today, there are plenty of great ways to learn more about the human mind and behavior such as taking a college course, signing up for a free online class, or self-studying using online resources. Explore the links below to find the tools, resources, quizzes, and information you need to learn more about the wide world of psychology. Developmental Psychology Not so long ago in human history, many people believed that children were simply small versions of adults. Not until fairly recently did researchers begin to realize that childhood is a unique and important part of life. Developmental psychology is one of the largest subfields within psychology, and looks at all aspects of development and change over the course of the entire lifespan. Psychology Theories and Thinkers Some of the most famous thinkers in psychology including Freud, Erikson, and Piaget have proposed theories to explain various aspects of development, behavior, and other topics. While some theories are no longer popular, it is still important to study the effect that these ideas had on psychology.

Sáez, Claudio A. Lobos, M. Gabriela Macaya, Erasmo C. Oliva, Doris Quiroz, Waldo Brown, Murray T. and Shah, Vishal 2012. Variation in Patterns of Metal Accumulation in Thallus Parts of Lessonia trabeculata (Laminariales; Phaeophyceae): Implications for Biomonitoring. PLoS ONE, Vol. 7, Issue. 11, p. e50170. • • Phycology is the study of algae, the primary photosynthetic organisms in freshwater and marine food chains. As a food source for zooplankton and filter-feeding shellfish, the algae are an extremely important group. Since the publication of the first edition in 1981, this textbook has established itself as a classic resource on phycology. This revised edition maintains the format of previous editions, whilst incorporating more recent information from nucleic acid sequencing studies. Detailed life-history drawings of algae are presented alongside information on the cytology, ecology, biochemistry, and economic importance of selected genera. Phycology is suitable for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students following courses in phycology, limnology or biological oceanography. Emphasis is placed on those algae that are commonly covered in phycology courses, and encountered by students in marine and freshwater habitats. '… an excellent introduction and overview on the different groups of algae, their differences in morphology, physiology, life cycles, ecology and systematics. In addition, it is a valuable reference on the modern concepts in the study of algae. Thus...

Findings from cognitive psychology help us understand how people think, including how they acquire and store memories. By knowing more about how these processes work, psychologists can develop new ways of helping people with cognitive problems. Topics in Cognitive Psychology Cognitive psychologists explore a wide variety of topics related to thinking processes. Some of these include: • Attention--our ability to process information in the environment while tuning out irrelevant details • Choice-based behavior--actions driven by a choice among other possibilities • Decision-making • Forgetting • Information processing • Language acquisition--how we learn to read, write, and express ourselves • Memory • Problem-solving • Speech perception-how we process what others are saying • Visual perception--how we see the physical world around us Prior to this time, behaviorism was the dominant perspective in psychology. This theory holds that we learn all our behaviors from interacting with our environment. It focuses strictly on observable behavior, not thought and emotion. Then, researchers became more interested in the internal processes that affect behavior instead of just the behavior itself. Cognitive psychology became more prominent after the 1950s as a result of the cognitive revolution. Current Research in Cognitive Psychology The field of cognitive psychology is both broad and diverse. It touches on many aspects of daily life. There are numerous practical applications for thi...