Harald Schneider – författare

Tropical Fern Biology and Evolution is the first reference to focus on this important tropical flora. While other resources highlight the plants of temperate regions, this book focuses specifically on those of the tropics, where important insights have been discovered about phylogenetic relationship between several pteridophyte and lycophyte phylogeny, ecology and physiology. Ferns and lycophytes are vital elements of tropical ecosystems. They thrive in various environments, from the shaded, humid floors of terrestrial forests to the canopy, where epiphytic species have adapted to harsh ecological conditions. In regions of the tropics that have been impacted by human activity, ferns are crucial for colonizing extensive areas and preventing soil erosion. However, they can also hinder forest regeneration in certain contexts. Gaining insight into the structure, growth, and effects of these plants is essential for tackling the challenges and leveraging the benefits they present. Based on the latest research, Tropical Fern Biology and Evolution discusses their traits and community assemblies in the humid tropics and presents potential application uses for their phylogenetic information. Students and researchers will find this foundational information valuable as both an introductory guide to these tropical ferns and their characteristics, and as inspiration for further research and development of their potential in addressing environmental issues.Explores how Pteridophyte and Lycophyte species can contribute to forest restoration and conservationFocuses on tropical regions where the diversity of these vascular plants is highly concentrated but poorly knownIncludes strong evolutionary ecology components, providing insights for use in a tropical context

Addressed to both students as a learning text and scientists/engineers as a reference, this book discusses the physics and applications of quantum-well infrared photodetectors (QWIPs). It is assumed that the reader has a basic background in quantum mechanics, solid-state physics, and semiconductor devices. To make this book as widely accessible as possible, the treatment and presentation of the materials is simple and straightforward. The topics for the book were chosen by the following criteria: they must be well-established and understood; and they should have been, or potentially will be, used in practical applications. The monograph discusses most aspects relevant for the field but omits, at the same time, detailed discussions of specialized topics such as the valence-band quantum wells.

Werden Sie zum Meisterdetektiv!Seit 20 Jahren stellt Kriminalhauptkommissar Reiner Palzki die Kurpfalz auf den Kopf. In diesem ersten Band der großen Ratekrimi-Box präsentiert Harald Schneider 20 seiner besten Kriminalfälle in einer völlig neuen, erweiterten Form.Tauchen Sie tief ein in die Welt der Kriminalinspektion Schifferstadt: Begleiten Sie Palzki bei seinen täglichen Kämpfen mit dem widerspenstigen Kopierer und erleben Sie die neuesten modischen Fehlgriffe seines Chefs Klaus P. Diefenbach (KPD) hautnah.Ob "Der blaue Dunst der Frau Manie" oder "Das knisternde Alibi im feuchten Tann" – in diesen 20 Fällen geht es um messerscharfe Beobachtungsgabe, die Ironie des Alltags und die Erkenntnis, dass das Verbrechen in der Pfalz oft mehr mit menschlicher Unzulänglichkeit als mit krimineller Genialität zu tun hat.Schärfen Sie Ihren Verstand und beweisen Sie Ihren Spürsinn – die Lösungen finden Sie direkt im Anschluss an jeden Fall. Ein Muss für alle Hobby-Detektive und Palzki-Fans!

Addressed to both students as a learning text and scientists/engineers as a reference, this book discusses the physics and applications of quantum-well infrared photodetectors (QWIPs). It is assumed that the reader has a basic background in quantum mechanics, solid-state physics, and semiconductor devices. To make this book as widely accessible as possible, the treatment and presentation of the materials is simple and straightforward. The topics for the book were chosen by the following criteria: they must be well-established and understood; and they should have been, or potentially will be, used in practical applications. The monograph discusses most aspects relevant for the field but omits, at the same time, detailed discussions of specialized topics such as the valence-band quantum wells.