Biology (Subject Guide)

Biology

細胞の分子生物学（ニュートンプレス・2017年）
A richly illustrated textbook explaining cellular structures and functions at the molecular level. Covers recent discoveries in signal transduction and protein interactions.
動物レファレンス事典（日外アソシエーツ編集部）
Comprehensive index covering 11,610 animal species using data from 69 types and 139 volumes of illustrated guides. Includes scientific names, alternative names, geographic distributions, and illustration formats (color/photos). Non-circulating resource.
進化生物学（裳華房）
Based on the author’s research and genomics tools, this textbook introduces concepts and advanced developments in evolutionary biology. Widely adopted at universities. Available as e-book.
図解分子細胞生物学（裳華房）
Uses over 500 schematic illustrations to systematically teach molecular cell biology concepts. Designed for efficient understanding by students. Available digitally.
新しい教養のための生物学（裳華房）
Accessible explanation of biological phenomena using molecules as a gateway. Includes advanced topics such as genome editing. Recommended for undergraduate revision.

岩波動物学辞典（岩波書店・1985年）
A comprehensive encyclopedia of biological topics with a focus on zoology.
オックスフォード動物学辞典（朝倉書店・2005年）
Covers taxonomy, ecology, evolution, physiology, behavior, and more. Intended for students and researchers. Some materials non-circulating.

動物レファレンス事典（日外アソシエーツ・2004年）
Alphabetically organized by animal name and classification. Offers a wide overview in one volume. Non-circulating.
世界動物大図鑑（ネコ・パブリッシング・2004年）
A visual guide with photos explaining ecosystems of various species. Non-circulating.

植物学の百科事典（丸善出版・2016）
Covers plant anatomy, physiology, ecology, evolution, taxonomy, genetics, and biogeography with charts and references. Useful for researchers, educators, and students. Available as e-book.
植物の百科事典（朝倉書店・2009）
Explains plant diversity along with cultural and historical context. Covers medicinal, edible, and ornamental uses. Academic yet accessible.
植物レファレンス事典（日外アソシエーツ・2004〜2018）
Cross-index of plant-related illustrated guides, dictionaries, and specialist books. Allows search across scientific/common names, illustration presence, and classification systems.
動植物・ペット・園芸レファレンスブック（日外アソシエーツ・2011）
A thematic reference guide organizing ~2,800 titles with bibliographic info and summaries. Used in libraries and research institutes.
植物形態の事典（朝倉書店・2009）
Specialized in plant morphology, illustrating structural features such as seeds, roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits.
園芸事典（朝倉書店・2007）
Defines horticultural terms with diagrams and photos. Covers cultivation methods, pest management, and soil care for hobbyists and professionals.

植物分類学（東京大学出版会・2013）
Covers basic and modern concepts of plant taxonomy. Combines morphological, molecular, and evolutionary perspectives.
植物の系統と進化（裳華房・2012）
Explains evolutionary background and phylogenetic tree construction. Bridges taxonomy with evolutionary biology.
植物分類表（アボック社・2008）
Systematic summary of plant classification in Japanese. Useful for organizing specimens and labeling.
維管束植物分類表（北隆館・2013）
Based on the APG system; provides updated classifications and name correspondences.
国際藻類・菌類・植物命名規約（北隆館・2012）
Translated guide of international naming rules. Essential for taxonomists and curators.
原色牧野植物大圖鑑（北隆館・1982）
Compiled by renowned botanist Tomitaro Makino. One of the most thorough plant encyclopedias in Japan.
日本の野生植物（平凡社・1999）
Definitive collection edited by botanical experts. Valuable for academic classification of Japanese flora.

東京大学総合研究博物館植物標本データベース
A large digital archive of plant specimens including seed plants, ferns, island flora, Carex, and Viola. Useful for taxonomy, biogeography, and cultural studies.
農業生物資源ジーンバンク日本植物病名データベース
Built from the “List of Japanese Plant Disease Names” by the Japanese Society of Plant Pathology. Search by host, disease name, or pathogen.
鹿児島大学博物館植物標本画像データベース
Digital archive of ~150,000 scanned specimens. Emphasizes regional flora from southern Kyushu and the Ryukyu Islands.
YList（植物和名ー学名インデックス）
Index for matching Japanese and scientific plant names. Organized by classification systems (e.g., APG). Useful for labeling and referencing.
Angiosperm Phylogeny Website（APWeb）
International site offering the latest APG-based classification of angiosperms. In English; essential for taxonomists.
International Plant Names Index(IPNI)
Developed by Kew Gardens, Harvard University Herbaria, and Australian National Herbarium. Search plant names, authors, and publications.
International Fossil Plant Names Index(IFPNI)
Database of fossil plants, algae, and fungi with scientific name records.