Solway, Andrew

Looks at how poison frogs and other amphibians have adapted to their environments in order to survive, discussing feeding habits, defenses, breeding, and other topics.

Explains the story of chemical reactions from gunpowder to laser chemistry, and profiles leading scientists in the field of chemistry.

Explains what mammals are and how they differ from other animals, with an overview of the life cycle of a variety of mammals, including pouched mammals, sea mammals, flying mammals, and humans.

Explains what birds are and how they differ from other animals, with descriptions of various types of birds, including birds of prey, water birds, and exotic birds.

An illustrated exploration of scientific advances in genetic technology that covers genes and characteristics, DNA, proteins, engineering techniques, applications in the field of medicine, genetically modified foods, cloning research, the future of the industry, and more.

Examines discoveries and developments in genetic knowledge, research, and technologies, explaining what genes are and how they work, the history of genetic manipulation, how genetic technology is used, and possible future applications.

Provides information about solar energy, discussing climate change, the sun's nuclear power, sun-made fuels, biofuels, solar thermal power plants, and other related topics; and includes case studies and related projects.

Photographs and illustrations teach readers the importance of sports and exercise science, how the body responds to exercise, andexamples of training programs.

Discusses green buildings, materials, and transportation, the effects of pollution and climate change, alternative energy, and other energy sources, and includes information on famous scientists and a glossary.