The last quarter of the twentieth century witnessed a burgeoning of interest in ecological or
naturally-inspired use of vegetation in the designed landscape. More recently, a strong …

This chapter provides an overview of contemporary approaches to the use of plants in
designed landscapes that are described as being 'ecological','natural'or 'naturalistic', or are …

In this introductory chapter, we discuss the nexus between evolutionary theory and
behavioral genetics, using it to elucidate the biological origins of human behavior and …

Infectious diseases are a significant threat to human survival and other people are possible
carriers of pathogens. Engaging in uncommitted sexual relationships increases the risk of …