9 interesting scientific books that we recommend to read:

1. The origin of continents and oceans - Wegener
Book German scholar AL Wegener, which appeared at the beginning of this century marked a revolution in geological science. His bold hypothesis of moving continents was of great importance for the further development of geology. Suggested translation adapted to the latest edition of the German authorized and provided detailed comments and articles about the author and his theory is the most comprehensive scientific publication of the book in Russian. The book is designed for those interested in the geological development of our planet.

2. Neuroscience (Volume 1) - G. Shepherd
The book is an American scientist - one of the first textbooks neuroscience, representing this area of ​​knowledge in the wider context - evolution, cellular, behavioral and historical. In Volume 1 covers the basics of comparative physiology of nerve cells and the organization of the nervous and sensory systems in invertebrates. It is intended for specialists in neurophysiology, ethology, as well as teachers and students of biological faculties.

3. Trilobites - Richard Forti
Richard Forti - the world-famous British paleontologist, expert on trilobites, the author of more than two hundred scientific articles, devoted all his life to science. In search of their favorite fossil he has traveled all continents and summarized his experience and knowledge of several books on evolution, biology and the backstage life of the scientific fraternity. His public speeches and lectures attracted adults and children, scholars and enthusiasts. He currently works at the Museum of Natural History in London, studying trilobites from the deposits of the Permian time writing a new book about evolution.

4. The universe within us. What do the stones, planets and people? - Neil Shubin
Neil Shubin - American paleontologist, biologist and popularizer of science, professor of the University of Chicago. Famous as one of the pioneers of the legendary fossil animal - Tiktaalik.

5. Amazing experiments with plants - Young researchers from Baturitskoy NV Fenchuk ETC.
Why the white petals of a daisy, and the first spring leaves of poplar reddish? How to prepare the paint from the flowers of cornflower? Why do not grow plants on a green light? Does the germ of the compass? Why is tobacco smoke "kills" the leaves? How to make a scarf from a nettle? Why sweet maple sap? Can I make lilacs bloom in December?

6. Reading between the lines of DNA - Peter Spork
Peter Spork - German neuroscientist and popularizer of science. It is known in Germany as a freelance journalist and author of many popular science books. From his pen on the book relevant in biology and medicine topics, written alive and understandable language.

In his eye-opening book, "Reading between the lines of DNA" German neurobiologist Peter Spork invites to explore the world of the new, revolutionary science - epigenetics. He explains why die from cancer, even those people who have inherited cancer genes and do not lead an unhealthy lifestyle; why adults are prone to certain diseases, if an infant lacked love; as our lifestyle can affect the fate of our grandchildren. And shows that can make each of us to live a healthy and long life.

7. Life of microbes in extreme conditions
Collective monograph, written by known microbiologists United States and Canada. The features of the existence of microorganisms under extreme environmental conditions, such as high and low temperatures, extremes in pH, high salt concentrations, high pressure, radiation, heavy metals and other damaging factors. Elucidation of mechanisms of adaptation to such conditions it is very important for understanding the origin and evolution of life, as well as problems of space biology. All these issues are of great practical importance in view of the widespread use of microorganisms in the national economy.

8. Interesting microbiology - Zhdanov VM, Vygodchikov GV, Ershov FI, et al.

9. Who would have thought! How the brain makes us do stupid things? - Asya Kazantsev
The book is a young science journalist Asya Kuznetsova - of "major biological traps that prevent us to live happily and to behave well." Relying largely on reputable scientific works and only occasionally - by personal experience, the author tells a fascinating and accessible, where are the bad habits, why in November so difficult to work with and which substances are the basis of "the chemistry of love."