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Hello little readers! Did you know that there's something for you to discover in every little corner of Singapore?Let's Discover, Singapore! Set is a book set designed to encourage young readers in Singapore to observe and learn from the world around them. Comprising two titles, Let's Discover Science, Singapore! and Let's Discover Our Seashores, Singapore!, the books take junior explorers all across the city state — from the shiny man-made structures like the Esplanade, to the architectural wonders of nature on the beaches of our little island. Both titles come with bonus features made possible through QR code links.

Sustainability Matters is a compilation of some of the best research papers by students from the National University of Singapore's multi-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary graduate programme in environmental studies, the M.Sc. in Environmental Management [MEM]. This collection is for the period 2012/2013 and 2013/2014. Entitled Sustainability Matters: Environmental and Climate Changes in the Asia-Pacific, this is the fifth compilation by the programme, and comprises 18 of the best research papers completed during this period. The papers have been edited for brevity. They analyse the many challenges to effective environmental management covering countries including Bangladesh, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and the US. Issues examined include biodiversity conservation, environmental impact assessments, energy, food security, sustainable business practices, public housing, environmental education, and climate change.The first compilation, Sustainability Matters: Environmental Management in Asia was published in 2010 (World Scientific) and comprised the best papers from 2001/2002 to 2006/2007. The second, Sustainability Matters: Challenges and Opportunities in Environmental Management in Asia was published in 2011 (Pearson), and comprised the best papers from 2007/2008 and 2008/2009. The third and fourth compilations (World Scientific) comprised the best papers from the period 2009/2010 to 2011/2012.The papers are edited by five staff members from different disciplines in the MEM programme: Lye Lin-Heng, Victor R Savage, Kua Harn-Wei, Chou Loke-Ming and Tan Puay-Yok.

This book highlights how Singapore’s coral reef system is responding to changing environmental conditions caused by urbanization and climate change. It provides a fundamental understanding of how reefs respond to decades of chronic urbanization impacts and episodic marine heatwave events, with studies revealing responses at molecular, cellular, organismal, and community levels. Knowing what drives the persistence of coral-dominated reefs through urbanization and global warming impacts will contribute to the formulation of effective conservation strategies.The chapters cover topics such as the impacts of sedimentation on coral communities, the energetic needs of corals in extreme environments, and the diversity of Symbiodiniaceae dinoflagellates. Readers will discover insights into the resilience of coral reefs, the role of microbiomes, and the thriving coral reef fishes in Singapore’s urban reef system. This literature invites readers to think through critical questions about conservation status and biological connectivity in urbanized seascapes. Contributions from distinguished scholars and practitioners provide expert insights into theoretical frameworks and practical case studies, addressing topics such as the impacts of climate change, the persistence of coral-dominated reefs in the face of substantial losses and bleaching events, and strategies for management and reef restoration initiatives.Researchers, ecologists, and reef managers will find this book invaluable. It offers a comprehensive analysis of Singapore’s coral reefs, making it essential for anyone interested in marine conservation, urban ecology, and sustainable development. This volume is a crucial resource for understanding and managing coral reef resilience in the face of urbanization and climate change. Scholars, students, and practitioners in marine biology, environmental science, and urban planning will benefit from the insights and strategies presented. As governments seek to fulfil obligations to COP and UN Sustainable Development Goal 14, this book provides the scientific foundation needed to guide effective conservation measures in tropical coastal cities.

This book highlights how Singapore’s coral reef system is responding to changing environmental conditions caused by urbanization and climate change. It provides a fundamental understanding of how reefs respond to decades of chronic urbanization impacts and episodic marine heatwave events, with studies revealing responses at molecular, cellular, organismal, and community levels. Knowing what drives the persistence of coral-dominated reefs through urbanization and global warming impacts will contribute to the formulation of effective conservation strategies.The chapters cover topics such as the impacts of sedimentation on coral communities, the energetic needs of corals in extreme environments, and the diversity of Symbiodiniaceae dinoflagellates. Readers will discover insights into the resilience of coral reefs, the role of microbiomes, and the thriving coral reef fishes in Singapore’s urban reef system. This literature invites readers to think through critical questions about conservation status and biological connectivity in urbanized seascapes. Contributions from distinguished scholars and practitioners provide expert insights into theoretical frameworks and practical case studies, addressing topics such as the impacts of climate change, the persistence of coral-dominated reefs in the face of substantial losses and bleaching events, and strategies for management and reef restoration initiatives.Researchers, ecologists, and reef managers will find this book invaluable. It offers a comprehensive analysis of Singapore’s coral reefs, making it essential for anyone interested in marine conservation, urban ecology, and sustainable development. This volume is a crucial resource for understanding and managing coral reef resilience in the face of urbanization and climate change. Scholars, students, and practitioners in marine biology, environmental science, and urban planning will benefit from the insights and strategies presented. As governments seek to fulfil obligations to COP and UN Sustainable Development Goal 14, this book provides the scientific foundation needed to guide effective conservation measures in tropical coastal cities.

Hello, little readers! Did you know that seashores are full of life and wonder? We can encounter fascinating discoveries unexpectedly, if we keep our eyes open as we walk along the beach.In this full-colour book, through an exciting combination of photography and illustration, Professor Emeritus Chou Loke Ming and co-author, preschool educator Diana Chou, will share marvellous facts about the amazing wonders of creation at the seashores. They will tell you why it is important to protect these precious organisms.So, are you ready to start? Let's Discover Our Seashores, Singapore!

Hello little readers! Did you know that there's something for you to discover in every little corner of Singapore?Let's Discover, Singapore! (Set 2) is a book set designed to encourage young readers in Singapore to observe and learn from the world around them. Comprising three titles, Let's Discover Our Farms, Singapore!, Let's Discover Science, Singapore! and Let's Discover Our Seashores, Singapore!, the books take junior explorers all across the city state — from the shiny man-made structures like the Esplanade, to the sustainable farms, to the architectural wonders of nature on the beaches of our little island. Every title comes with bonus features made possible through QR codes.