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Bonding Theory for Metals and Alloys, 2e builds on the success of the first edition by introducing new experimental data to each chapter that support the breakthrough'Covalon'Conduction Theory developed by Dr. Wang. Through the recognition of the covalent bond in coexistence with the'free'electron band, the book describes and demonstrates how the many experimental observations on metals and alloys can all be reconciled. Subsequently, it shows how the individual view of metals and alloys by physicists, chemists and metallurgists can be unified. This book covers such phenomena as the Miscibility Gap between two liquid metals, phase equilibrium, superconductivity, superplasticity, liquid metal embrittlement, and corrosion. The author also introduces a new theory based on'Covalon'conduction, which forms the basis for a new approach to the theory of superconductivity. Bonding Theory for Metals and Alloys, 2e is of interest to physical and theoretical chemists alongside engineers working in research and industry, as well as materials scientists, physicists, and students at the upper undergraduate and graduate level in these fields. - All chapters completed revised to reflect developments in research since 2005 - New experimental data added to each chapter - Broadens experimental data to support the author's'Covalon'conduction theory, which carries current in covalent bonded pairs - Total of approximately 30% - 35% new and revised content

Bonding Theory for Metals and Alloys exhorts the potential existence of covalent bonding in metals and alloys. Through the recognition of the covalent bond in coexistence with the'free'electron band, the book describes and demonstrates how the many experimental observations on metals and alloys can all be reconciled. Subsequently, it shows how the individual view of metals and alloys by physicists, chemists and metallurgists can be unified. The physical phenomena of metals and alloys covered in this book are: Miscibility Gap between two liquid metals; Phase Equilibrium Diagrams; Phenomenon of Melting. Superconductivity; Nitinol; A Metal-Alloy with Memory; Mechanical Properties; Liquid Metal Embrittlement; Superplasticity; Corrosion; The author introduces a new theory based on'Covalon'conduction, which forms the basis for a new approach to the theory of superconductivity. This new approach not only explains the many observations made on the phenomenon of superconductivity but also makes predictions that have been confirmed.• Openly recognizes the electrons as the most important and the only factor in understanding metals and alloys• Proposes'Covalon'conduction theory, which carries current in covalent bonded pairs• Investigates phase diagrams both from theoretical and experimental point of view

Strategic human capital resources are a relatively new construct with a scholarly literature that is still evolving. Work in this area requires the integration of multiple theoretical perspectives and empirical approaches, but that integration rarely occurs. Within these pages, the editors have combined the voices of leading scholars from a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds to provide a comprehensive introduction to the current state of the field. The Handbook of Research on Strategic Human Capital Resources brings together fifty prominent strategy, organizational behavior, human resource management, and organizational theory researchers who share a scholarly interest in human capital resources (HCRs). These authors draw on their diverse expertise and backgrounds to explore two broad domains of questions: how do we conceptualize HCRs and how do we actuate HCRs in organizations? These two domains each comprise four topics, and each topic is examined through'micro'and'macro'perspectives. In this way, the authors in each topic area shine a light on commonalities and differences in their scholarly perspectives surrounding HCR theory and practice. The result is a foundational and definitive volume for understanding the current state and future directions of research on HCRs, making it invaluable for scholars interested in learning more about HCRs, doctoral students across a variety of fields, and practitioners. Contributors include: R. Agarwal, B. Amber, J.B. Barney, F.S. Bentley, Y.S. Bermiss, M. Bidwell, F. Bridoux, R.A. Brymer, B. Campbell, A. Camuffo, A.A. Canella Jr., C. Chadwick, G. Chen, R. Coff, S.A. Conroy, A. Crocker, S. Darnell, F. De Stefano, J.E. Delery, R. Eckardt, S.M. Essman, B. Gerhart, J.P. Hausknecht, M.A. Hitt, K. Jiang, R.R. Kehoe, S.W.J. Kozlowski, D. Kryscynski, I. Larkin, D.P. Lepak, D. Lewin, A. Mackey, T.P. Moliterno, S. Morris, A.J. Nyberg, T. Obloj, R.E. Ployhart, C.O.L.H. Porter, G. Reilly, C.I. Rider, D. Roumpi, S. Snell, J.W. Stoelhorst, V.A. Sy, D. Tan, D.J. Teece, E. Wang, I. Weller, M. Wiersema, P.M. Wright, T. Zenger

Patent holders are increasingly making voluntary, public commitments to limit the enforcement and other exploitation of their patents. The best-known form of patent pledge is the so-called FRAND commitment, in which a patent holder commits to license patents to manufacturers of standardized products on terms that are''fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory.''Patent pledges have also been appearing in fields well beyond technical standard-setting, including open source software, green technology and the biosciences. This book explores the motivations, legal characteristics and policy goals of these increasingly popular private ordering tools. Jorge Contreras and Meredith Jacob bring together work by more than a dozen international experts who examine the phenomenon of patent pledges from a variety of perspectives and analytical frameworks. The book assesses patent pledges as mechanisms for facilitating platform promotion, open innovation, economic development and environmental sustainability. Legal practitioners who are involved in intellectual property licensing, litigation and business transactions will find this book a key resource, as will in-house lawyers and managers at firms engaged in technology development and standardization. It will also be a key reference for scholars in law, economics, business and political science.Contributors include: C. Asay, B. Awad, M. Bohannon, M. Callahan, J. Contreras, D. Greenbaum, M. Jacob, Y. Kim, M. Maggiolino, C. Maracke, A. Metzger, L. Montagnani, J. Schultz, S. Scott, T. Sebastian, N. Shanahan, R. Sichel, R. Sikorski, T. Simcoe, D. Valz, L. Vertinsky, E. Wang, E. Winston, S.-S. Yi

This volume contains research and survey articles by well known and respected mathematicians on differential geometry and topology that have been collected and dedicated in honor of Lieven Vanhecke, as a tribute to his many fruitful and inspiring contributions to these fields. The papers, all written with the necessary introductory and contextual material, describe recent developments and research trends in spectral geometry, the theory of geodesics and curvature, contact and symplectic geometry, complex geometry, algebraic topology, homogeneous and symmetric spaces, and various applications of partial differential equations and differential systems to geometry. One of the key strengths of these articles is their appeal to non-specialists, as well as researchers and differential geometers. Contributors: D.E. Blair; E. Boeckx; A.A. Borisenko; G. Calvaruso; V. Cortés; P. de Bartolomeis; J.C. Díaz-Ramos; M. Djoric; C. Dunn; M. Fernández; A. Fujiki; E. García-Río; P.B. Gilkey; O. Gil-Medrano; L. Hervella; O. Kowalski; V. Muñoz; M. Pontecorvo; A.M. Naveira; T. Oguro; L. Schäfer; K. Sekigawa; C-L. Terng; K. Tsukada; Z. Vlášek; E. Wang; and J.A. Wolf.

The eighth edition of Introduction to Audiologic Rehabilitation offers a comprehensive exploration of aural rehabilitation spanning across the lifespan. Written in an accessible style for undergraduate students, the text covers the fundamentals, methods of assessment and management, technologies, and contemporary issues for a thorough understanding of audiologic rehabilitation practices. Two chapters focus solely on real-world case studies addressing the needs of children and adults. There are detailed chapters on hearing aids and hearing assistive technologies, cochlear implants, auditory and visual stimuli in communication, language and speech of the deaf and hard of hearing, psychosocial aspects of hearing loss, and more.

Breastfeeding and Human Lactation, Seventh Edition is the ultimate reference for the latest clinical techniques and research findings that direct evidence-based clinical practice and research for lactation consultants and specialists. It contains everything a nurse, lactation consultant, midwife, women's health nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or Ob/Gyn needs to know about lactation care and science. Topics include placing breastfeeding in its historical context, workplace-related issues, anatomical and biological imperatives of lactation, the prenatal and perinatal periods and concerns during the postpartum period, the mother's health, sociocultural issues, and more vital information.

Treating diseases involving the kidney, liver and immune systems often requires a good grasp of blood purifying technologies, specifically membranes and adsorbents. This is the first book to elucidate the role of biomaterials in blood purification technologies. Starting with a fundamental introduction on bio/haemocompatibility of materials, the reader will move on to learn about the membranes used for blood purification in key environments, namely the liquid–liquid environment (e.g. the artificial kidney) and will look at haemodialysis and materials therein, to liquid–gas environments (e.g. the artificial lung), before moving on to chapters delving into hybrid artificial organs and smart membranes. The next part of the book looks at adsorbents, including immunoadsorbents and bionic adsorbents. The book ends with the prospect of blood purification materials. Edited by a leader in the field, this book is a novel and comprehensive analysis of blood purification materials. It is essential reading for those working in biomaterials science and engineering.

Biochar for Environmental Remediation: Principles, Applications, and Prospects synthesizes state-of-the-art knowledge on biochar-based systems for environmental remediation. This book examines a wide variety of biochar applications for the remediation of inorganic, organic, microbial, and emerging contaminants in various environmental media, including drinking water, industrial wastewater, urban stormwater, industrial and indoor air pollution, and contaminated lands and soils. An increasing body of evidence shows that biochars have potential applications in environmental remediation of contaminants in soils, aqueous systems, and air pollution control. This book uses a systematic approach, covering biochar preparation, properties and characteristics, removal mechanisms, industrial applications, regeneration and disposal of spent biochar, life cycle analysis, and environmental and human health risks. Researchers, engineers, and graduate students will find this to be a valuable reference for understanding opportunities for the use of biochar in environmental remediation as it fills the gaps in existing literature and offers a clear roadmap to guide future research. - Addresses the whole biochar cycle from preparation, principles of application, industrial application domains, regeneration, recycling and final disposal, life cycle analysis, and environmental and human health risks - Covers a broad range of inorganic, organic, microbial, and emerging contaminants, providing a one-stop source of biochar information - Presents applications of biochar in the remediation of diverse environmental media, including drinking water, industrial, wastewater, urban stormwater, acid mine drainage, contaminated lands and soils, and industrial and indoor air pollution control

This book presents select proceedings of the International Conference on Industry 4.0 and Advanced Manufacturing, abbreviated as I-4AM (pronounced i-forum), a biennial conference series, which intends to provide a platform to bring together all stakeholders in manufacturing and Industry 4.0. I-4AM enables those in academia and industry, in India and abroad, to deliberate on the nature, needs, challenges, opportunities, problems, and solutions in this transformational area. The topics covered include all areas of Industry 4.0 and advanced manufacturing, including but not limited to the following materials processing and joining, controls, autonomous systems, robotics, policy and entrepreneurship, supply chains, Industry X.0, digital manufacturing, sustainable manufacturing, and training and education. Industry 4.0 is about using connected intelligence to usher in greater productivity, quality, flexibility, safety, and resource utilization across manufacturing enterprises, in which advanced manufacturing technologies such as robotics or additive manufacturing play a critical role. The book discusses enablers for sustainable, affordable, and human-centric Industry 4.0 and showcases cutting edge practice, research, and educational innovation in this crucial and rapidly evolving area. It can serve as a valuable reference for researchers and professionals interested in Industry 4.0 and allied fields.

This book features original papers from the Doctoral Symposium in 4th International Conference on Smart IoT Systems: Innovations and Computing (SSIC 2023), organized by Manipal University, Jaipur, India, during 26–27 October 2023. It discusses scientific works related to data engineering in the context of computational collective intelligence consisted of interaction between smart devices for smart environments and interactions. The book offers high-quality content and the broad range of topics useful for researchers pursuing advanced studies.

The two-volume set LNAI 15243 + 15244 constitutes the proceedings of the 27th International Conference on Discovery Science, DS 2024, which took place in Pisa, Italy, during October 14-16, 2024. The 53 full papers presented in the proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 121 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: Part I: LLM, Text Analytics, and Ethical Aspects of AI; Natural Language Processing, Sequential Data and Science Discovery; Data-Driven Science Discovery Methodologies; Graph Neural Network, Graph Theory, Unsupervised Learning and Regression; Part II: Tree-Based Models and Causal Discovery; Security and Anomaly Detection; Computer Vision and Explainable AI; Classification Models; SoBigData++: City for Citizens and Explainable AI; SoBigData++: Societal Debates and Misinformation Analysis.

This book is a comprehensive guide to the pathology, underlying mechanisms, and treatment options for Alzheimer's disease (AD). The book starts with an introduction to the basic anatomy and physiology of the central nervous system, followed by an overview of the types, classifications, and basic concepts of neurodegenerative disorders. The epidemiology, etiology, risk factors, and future predictions of AD have been covered in detail. The book then delves into the pathophysiology and underlying mechanisms of plaque formation and explores the correlation of AD with other psychological and non-psychological conditions. The chapters also explore the diagnosis of AD, including types of plaques and their detection, imaging techniques, and other tests. The book also covers traditional therapies for AD and explores the potential application of nanotechnology in AD treatment. The book also covers animal models and ethics in the testing of drugs for AD, regulatory guidelines, and the approval process for drugs and formulations for AD. Prevention and reduction of AD risk are explored, including lifestyle changes, dietary changes, supplements, natural medicines (phytoconstituents), and probiotics as the future of AD. The book concludes with a discussion of future barriers and possible solutions with recent advances in the field of AD. This book is an essential guide for students, researchers, and healthcare professionals interested in Alzheimer's disease research.

As our world becomes increasingly digital, electronics underpin nearly every industry. Understanding how AI enhances this foundational technology can unlock innovations, from smarter homes to more powerful gadgets, offering vast opportunities for businesses and consumers alike. This book demystifies how AI streamlines the creation of electronic systems, making them smarter and more efficient. With AI's transformative impact on various engineering fields, this resource provides an up-to-date exploration of these advancements, authored by experts actively engaged in this dynamic field. Stay ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape of AI in engineering with “AI-Enabled Electronic Circuit and System Design: From Ideation to Utilization,” your essential guide to the future of electronic systems. A transformative guide describing how revolutionizes electronic design through AI integration. Highlighting trends, challenges and opportunities; Demystifies complex AI applications in electronic design for practical use; Leading insights, authored by top experts actively engaged in the field; Offers a current, relevant exploration of significant topics in AI's role in electronic circuit and system design. Editor's bios. Dr. Ali A. Iranmanesh is the founder and CEO of Silicon Valley Polytechnic Institute. He has received his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Sharif University of Technology (SUT), Tehran, Iran, and both his master's and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering and Physics from Stanford University in Stanford, CA. He additionally holds a master's degree in business administration (MBA) from San Jose State University in San Jose, CA. Dr. Iranmanesh is the founder and chairman of the International Society for Quality Electronic Design (ISQED). Currently, he serves as the CEO of Innovotek. Dr. Iranmanesh has been instrumental in advancing semiconductor technologies, innovative design methodologies, and engineering education. He holds nearly 100 US and international patents, reflecting his signifi cant contributions to the field. Dr. Iranmanesh is the Senior life members of EEE, senior member of the American Society for Quality, co-founder and Chair Emeritus of the IEEE Education Society of Silicon Valley, Vice Chair Emeritus of the IEEE PV chapter, and recipient of IEEE Outstanding Educator Award. Dr. Hossein Sayadi is a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Computer Engineering and Computer Science at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB). He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia, and an M.Sc. in Computer Engineering from Sharif University of Technology in Tehran, Iran. As a recognized researcher with over 14 years of research experience, Dr. Sayadi is the founder and director of the Intelligent, Secure, and Energy-Efficient Computing (iSEC) Lab at CSULB. His research focuses on advancing hardware security and trust, AI and machine learning, cybersecurity, and energy-efficient computing, addressing critical challenges in modern computing and cyber-physical systems. He has authored over 75 peer-reviewed publications in leading conferences and journals. Dr. Sayadi is the CSU STEM-NET Faculty Fellow, with his research supported by multiple National Science Foundation (NSF) grants and awards from CSULB and the CSU Chancellor's Office. He has contributed to various international conferences as an organizer

Unleashing the Power of Functional Foods and Novel Bioactives guides readers to understand how the physiological effects of functional foods can optimize health and aid in specific disease outcomes and prevention. The book examines the impact of functional foods on various aspects of health including, but not limited to, cardiovascular, digestive, cognitive, metabolic, bone and joint and ocular. Other sections examine functional foods can boost sports performance and manage inflammation. Finally, the book explores lesser-known bioactives derived from natural compounds and explores their potential health benefits while providing education on sustainable production methods and the safety and toxicity. - Examines the relationship between functional foods and bioactives - Explores functional foods and bioactives for specific health conditions - Offers strategies for incorporating functional foods into everyday life to optimize health and nutrition - Assesses the safety and toxicity of functional foods and nutraceuticals - Discusses sustainable production practices, including farming, labeling, and certification

The book focuses on the design and novel synthetic routes of sustainable nanomaterials in diagnosing and treating infectious diseases offering potential benefits in terms of efficiency, biocompatibility, and environmental impact. The fifteen chapters in this book provide a comprehensive exploration of how sustainable nanotechnology can revolutionize infectious disease management and bridge the gap between the fundamental principles of nanotechnology and their practical applications in combating infectious diseases. Subjects covered include: the rise of multidrug-resistant pathogens and the limitations of existing therapies; the challenges of infectious disease management including the rise of multidrug-resistant pathogens and the limitations of existing therapies; nano-pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics in the treatment of infectious diseases; the advancements in nanomaterial-based drug delivery systems, vaccines, and diagnostic tools, and the future of personalized medicine; nanotheranostic mechanisms outlining how nanomaterials can be engineered to simultaneously diagnose and treat infections; nano drug delivery systems that contribute to enhancing the efficacy and precision of treatment modalities; biocompatibility and toxicity of nanomaterials in the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases; regulatory perspectives of nanomaterials ensuring they meet safety and efficacy standards; green synthesis of reduced graphene oxide, carbon dots, and its composites for infectious diseases and biosurfactants; nanomaterials of polymeric design underscoring their potential to create more effective and sustainable therapeutic options; how nanomaterials can be engineered to simultaneously diagnose and treat infections. Audience The book targets nanotechnology researchers, scientists, and healthcare professionals interested in understanding nanotechnology's critical role in sustainable healthcare solutions.

This Handbook is the first of its kind addressing gender issues in health in five countries of the South Asian Region, namely: Bangladesh, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Adopting a social determinant of health perspective and an intersectionality and diversity lens, the Handbook illustrates the multi-layered complexities of gender, health, and well-being from the diverse perspectives and lived experiences in different South Asian countries. It includes studies on under-researched and often invisible marginalized populations, such as LGBTQI populations, urban poor, persons living with disability, migrant and conflict-affected populations. It represents the voices of the elderly, adolescents, and young people. It goes beyond analyzing the problem of gender inequities in health, and present examples of gender-transformative policies, programmes and social movement action. It is an essential resource for researchers, policy-makers, students in public health and community-based organizations involvedin research, policies, or programs related to sex work, public health, social justice and gender-based violence.

Advanced Sensors for Smart Healthcare provides an invaluable resource for researchers and healthcare practitioners who are eager to use technology to improve the lives of patients. Sections highlight data from sensor networks via the smart hospital framework, including data, insights, and access. This book shows how the use of sensors to gather data on a patient's condition and the environment their care takes place in can allow healthcare professionals to monitor well-being and make informed decisions about treatment. - Describes the fundamentals of sensors, biosensors, and smart hospitals - Explains how sensors and implanted nanodevices can be used in smart healthcare - Discusses how intelligent wireless medical sensor networks can be used for healthcare in the future - Companion volume to Sensor Networks for Smart Hospitals

A pediatrician and infectious disease specialist warns of the resurgence of measles, the antivaccine movement, and how we can prepare for the next pandemicEvery single child diagnosed with measles represents a system failure—an inexcusable unforced error. The technology to prevent essentially 100 percent of measles cases has been in our hands since before the moon landing. But this serious airborne disease, once seemingly defeated, is resurgent around the globe. Why, at a time when biomedical science is so advanced, do parents turn away from vaccination, endangering their own children and the health of the wider population? Using a combination of patient narrative, historical analysis, and scientific research, Dr. Adam Ratner, pediatrician and infectious disease specialist, argues that the reawakening of measles and the subsequent coronavirus pandemic are bellwethers of forgotten knowledge—indicators of decaying trust in science and an underfunded public health infrastructure. Our collective amnesia is starkly revealed in the growth of the antivaccine movement and the missteps in our responses to the beginning of the coronavirus outbreak, leading to preventable tragedies in both cases. Trust in medicine and public health is at a nadir. Declining vaccine confidence threatens a global reemergence of other vaccine-preventable diseases in the coming years. Ratner details how solving these problems requires the use of literal and figurative “booster shots” to gather new knowledge and retain the crucial lessons of the past. Learning—and remembering—these lessons is our best hope for preparing for the next pandemic. With attention and care and the tools we already have, we can make the world much safer for children tomorrow than it is today.

Materials and Components of Biosensors in Healthcare: Volume Two provides comprehensive coverage and a detailed examination of the various materials and components used in the development of biosensors. The book begins with an introduction and then discusses the biochemical, inorganic, and biopolymeric components used in biosensor assembly. It goes on to detail a range of materials such as nanoparticles, biological cellular structures, electrochemical, and electromagnetic materials and how they are used in biosensors.Combined with Fundamentals of Biosensors in Healthcare, Volume One, and Applications of Biosensors in Healthcare, Volume Three, this trio provides holistic reference sources suitable for researchers, graduate students, postgraduates, and industry professionals involved in biosensing, biosensors, and biomedical applications. - Reviews a range of materials and components used in biosensors and biosensing - Discusses current research, potential challenges, and future prospects for the synthesis of biosensing materials - Contributed to by global leaders and experts in the field from academia, research, and industry

This book gathers selected research papers presented at IEMTRONICS 2024 (International IoT, Electronics and Mechatronics Conference), held during 3 – 5 April 2024 in London, United Kingdom in hybrid mode. This book presents a collection of state-of-the-art research work involving cutting-edge technologies in the field of IoT, electronics mechatronics, and related areas. The work is presented in two volumes.

This book, the third volume of Information Systems Research in Vietnam, presents a special theme that focuses on two emerging and critical topics of the twenty-first century: “Digital Transformation” and “Sustainable Development”. Digital transformation, which consists of digitization of products and digitalization of work processes, has brought forth exciting new business models that disrupt traditional industries. Digital transformation has been embedded in the 2030 National Digital Transformation Programme of the Vietnamese government, leading to numerous digital businesses that offer significant value in various sectors, including retail, manufacturing, education, and health care. Partly due to the United Nations (UN) 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) specifying the key development areas and outlining collective actions to ensure continuing peace and prosperity for people and the planet, organizations in Vietnam are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of sustainable development and the adoption of sustainability governance frameworks such as ESG to gain strategic advantages in the turbulent markets. Information systems (IS), in particular, has profound impacts on achieving Sustainable Development. However, best practices and case studies about Digital Transformation and how this transformation and IS applications influence Sustainable Development in Vietnam have not been documented and studied, in spite of the rapid developments in these areas in both public and private sectors. This book, therefore, contributes to the existing body of knowledge and benefits a wide range of readers in several ways. Firstly, the book benefits scholars and students, both in Vietnam and globally, by advancing knowledge and presenting research on the latest trends in contemporary topics such as Digital Transformation and Sustainable Development, especially in the under-researched Vietnam context. Secondly, industry practitioners and experts, both in Vietnam and globally, will benefit from reading this book to keep up with the current trends, case studies, and applications. Thirdly, by presenting the most up to date knowledge on the topic, this book creates a shared understanding to help facilitate future research in the IS field, as well as providing the background to pave the way for collaboration between scholars, experts, and industry practitioners.

Today, economic growth must be in harmony with environmental sustainability. Green Wealth: Navigating towards a Sustainable Future delves into the connection between financial prosperity and ecological accountability, addressing several aspects of sustainable development, such as renewable energy, circular economy, green technology, sustainable agriculture, and conservation initiatives. Green Wealth examines the financial advantages of implementing sustainable practices in different industries. Through examination of case studies of firms, expert interviews, literature research and data analysis, important lessons are learned, and actions are recommended. This book aims to contribute to the worldwide discussion on sustainable development and encourage positive change through well-defined goals, a wide range of topics, thorough methodology, and practical outcomes. Contemporary Studies in Economic and Financial Analysis publishes a series of current and relevant themed volumes within the fields of economics and finance. Both disciplinary and interdisciplinary studies are welcome.

This LNCS conference 4-volume set constitutes the proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Social Networks Analysis and Mining, ASONAM 2024, in Rende, Italy, during September 2–5, 2024. The 33 full papers together with 36 short papers included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 167 submissions. The conference covers a wide spectrum of research contributions to the foundations and applications of social networks.

The book provides information on the observational aspects of the severe storms through satellite, radar, aircraft, and ground based network of stations and these issues are discussed in the first part of the book consisting of 8 chapters. The numerical modelling and data assimilation techniques are discussed in the second part of the book aimed at development of Early Warning Systems (12 chapters) and finally the outlook of the severe storms in a changing climate scenario, their socio-economic impacts and policies for disaster mitigation are discussed in the third part of the book consisting of 6 chapters. This book is of great interest to atmospheric scientists and other researchers, practitioners, policy and decision makers, international institutions, governmental and non-governmental organizations, educators, as well as students.

This two-volume set CCIS 2204 and 2205 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the First International Conference on Optimization and Data Science in Industrial Engineering, ODSIE 2023, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during November 16–17, 2023. The 33 full papers and 2 short papers presented in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 311 submissions. The papers were organized in the following topical sections: Part I: smart and intelligent transportation systems; machine/deep/reinforcement learning in industries; and advances of artificial intelligence/operational research tools in healthcare. Part II: technology, learning and analytics in intelligent systems; expert systems, decision analysis, and advanced optimization; digital transformation of supply chain and logistics systems.

This book presents a new era in parasitology research and involves several contributions on translational results. Readers are equipped with the recent advances of parasitomics (the OMICS study of parasites). World-renowned experts in the field of molecular biology and omics provide a glance of how omics have revolutionized our understanding of parasites and vectors, including the implications of these advances. A particular focus is on comprehending the biology, diagnostics, surveillance, response to treatment, prevention, and control of parasites. Final, cutting-edge studies on disease vectors round out this volume. Overall, five thematic book sections provide a clear overview and smooth findability of contents. Parasitic diseases represent an important burden for healthcare systems, particularly in endemic countries. In recent decades, there have been several advances in dissecting the genome, transcriptome and proteome of parasites allowing researchers worldwide to exploit this information and ameliorate our understanding of parasitoses and infections. For the first time, this collection will permit scientists, students, and all medical professionals around the world to update their knowledge and uncover the impact of going from basic science to implementation in order to mitigate parasitic diseases. In this way, the present work makes an indispensable contribution to practical progress regarding research on Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) and the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2, Good Health and Well-Being.

This book explores the ecology and evolutionary dynamics of fungi. It focuses on identifying new metabolites extracted from endophytic fungi through genetic methods and bioassay-guided isolation. Detailed procedures for producing fungal endophyte metabolites for commercial use are also discussed. This book covers the diverse traits of fungal endophytes and their interactions with host plants, providing tactical insights into how these organisms can be utilized to their full potential in pharmaceutical, agricultural and industrial applications. This interdisciplinary reference is suitable for students and researchers in fields such as materials science, biology, plant science, microbiology, plant physiology and biotechnology. It is also useful for agri-food environmental scientists and agrochemical companies. In addition, the book offers valuable information for industrial scientists working on the synthesis and application of fungal secondary metabolites in plant science.

This edited volume is a comprehensive guide to understanding and harnessing the power of renewable energy for a sustainable future. In a world dealing with the urgent need to combat climate change and reduce our dependence on fossil fuels, this book provides a new perspective on renewable energy. It is filled with cutting-edge research and practical insights, exploring the technologies, advanced materials, and sustainability practices driving the renewable energy revolution. Renewable energy resources are developing the latest advancements in solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, biomass, tidal, and wave energy technologies. This book is unique and opens a new window on classic renewable energy sources as well as new developments in technology, advanced material innovation, and sustainability aspects leading with various factors such as energy storage, transmission, institutional and economic factors, renewable energy application in smart cities, building and other solar thermal applications, environmental aspects, electrical energy generation, and climate change mitigation potential to achieve net-zero targets. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, climate change scientists, capacity builders, and policymakers. Additionally, the book serves as an additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of sustainable energy, engineering, material science, and environmental sciences. National and international energy, sustainable and material scientists, managers, and policymakers will also find this to be a useful read.

This LNCS conference 4-volume set constitutes the proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Social Networks Analysis and Mining, ASONAM 2024, in Rende, Italy, during September 2–5, 2024. The 33 full papers together with 36 short papers included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 167 submissions. The conference covers a wide spectrum of research contributions to the foundations and applications of social networks.

This authored volume highlights the concern for food security of Asian nations traditionally focused on rice. Rice grain is a complex carbohydrate used as a primary food energy source. This book focuses on the impact of high-rise consumer demand on accelerating grain production and ensuring societal stability. Wide coverage is given to variation in rice cultivation under unstable and sharply differing environments, where soil moisture level dictates plant phenology exaggerating tillering dynamics. The book provides essential information for environment-specific regulation of plant growth, tiller number, growth pattern, and manipulation of tiller dynamics for yield. Authors have also elucidated molecular biology underlying tiller survival, the origin of rice and factors crucial for evolutionary change of plant type devoted to imaging a designer plant type. The book includes topics on the ecology of rice environment, cultural types, ontogeny of tiller formation, tiller classes, genetic control of tillering and physiology of tiller growth. A comprehensive account of tiller dynamics resilient to climate change helps students and researchers learn and gain skills to achieve optimum rice yield. This book is important to students, teachers, researchers and climate change scientists. Further, it serves in designing and shaping rice production in the disintegrating rice agroecosystem under the impact of climate change.

This comprehensive volume delves deep into the diverse applications and implications of generative AI across accounting, finance, economics, business, and management, providing readers with a holistic understanding of this rapidly evolving landscape. Generative Artificial Intelligence in Finance: Large Language Models, Interfaces, and Industry Use Cases to Transform Accounting and Finance Processes provides a comprehensive guide to ethically harnessing generative AI systems to reshape financial management. Generative AI is a key theme across the accounting and finance sectors to drive significant optimizations leading to sustainability. Across 22 chapters, leading researchers supply innovative applications of large language models across the economic realm. Through detailed frameworks, real-world case studies, and governance recommendations, this book highlights applied research for generative AI in finance functions. Several chapters demonstrate how data-driven insights from AI systems can optimize complex financial processes to reduce resource usage, lower costs, and drive positive environmental impact over the long term. In addition, chapters on AI-enabled risk assessment, fraud analytics, and regulatory technology highlight applied research for generative AI in finance. The book also explores emerging applications like leveraging blockchain and metaverse interfaces to create generative AI models that can revolutionize areas from carbon credit trading to virtual audits. Overall, with in-depth applied research at the nexus of sustainability and optimization enabled by data science and generative AI, the book offers a compilation of best practices in leveraging AI for optimal, ethical, and future-oriented financial management. Audience The audience for this book is quite diverse, ranging from financial and accounting experts across banking, insurance, consultancies, regulatory agencies, and corporations seeking to enhance productivity and efficiency; business leaders want to implement ethical and compliant AI practices; researchers exploring the domain of AI and finance.

Expert guidance on implementing quantitative portfolio optimization techniques In Quantitative Portfolio Optimization: Theory and Practice, renowned financial practitioner Miquel Noguer, alongside physicists Alberto Bueno Guerrero and Julian Antolin Camarena, who possess excellent knowledge in finance, delve into advanced mathematical techniques for portfolio optimization. The book covers a range of topics including mean-variance optimization, the Black-Litterman Model, risk parity and hierarchical risk parity, factor investing, methods based on moments, and robust optimization as well as machine learning and reinforcement technique. These techniques enable readers to develop a systematic, objective, and repeatable approach to investment decision-making, particularly in complex financial markets. Readers will gain insights into the associated mathematical models, statistical analyses, and computational algorithms for each method, allowing them to put these techniques into practice and identify the best possible mix of assets to maximize returns while minimizing risk. Topics explored in this book include: Specific drivers of return across asset classes Personal risk tolerance and it#s impact on ideal asses allocation The importance of weekly and monthly variance in the returns of specific securities Serving as a blueprint for solving portfolio optimization problems, Quantitative Portfolio Optimization: Theory and Practice is an essential resource for finance practitioners and individual investors It helps them stay on the cutting edge of modern portfolio theory and achieve the best returns on investments for themselves, their clients, and their organizations.

Two decades ago, Mandarin Chinese seemed set to become a mainstream school subject in Anglophone settings. Yet current learning outcomes are generally disappointing. Is Chinese too difficult for learners at this level? Should it be left to the posh kids with pushy parents?Set within the context of teaching and learning Chinese at an inner-city secondary school in the North of England, and adopting a case study research design, this book aims to develop research-informed insights into the nature of the pronunciation challenges facing beginner learners of Chinese.While existing research has shown that producing native-like tones is difficult for Anglophone learners, the question of how important tones are for intelligibility has been largely ignored. Do heavily accented tones actually matter? Which specific areas of the learners'speech signal mislead their listeners? How aware are learners of their own pronunciation errors?Teachers of Chinese may not be able to solve entrenched geopolitical tensions, but we can lay the foundations for a stronger engagement with China through excellent teaching. However, before authoritative pedagogical interventions can be made, far more understanding is required of not only how adolescent beginners learn Chinese in school settings, but also what can be realistically expected of them.

This textbook is an introduction to Systems and Theoretical/Computational Neuroscience, with a particular emphasis on cognition. It consists of three parts: Part I covers fundamental concepts and mathematical models in computational neuroscience, along with cutting-edge topics. Part II explores the building blocks of cognition, including working memory (how the brain maintains and manipulates information'online'without external input), decision making (how choices are made among multiple options under conditions of uncertainty and risk) and behavioral flexibility (how we direct attention and control actions). Part III is dedicated to frontier research, covering models of large-scale multi-regional brain systems, Computational Psychiatry and the interface with Artificial Intelligence. The author highlights the perspective of neural circuits as dynamical systems, and emphasizes a cross-level mechanistic understanding of the brain and mind, from genes and cell types to collective neural populations and behavior. Overall, this textbook provides an opportunity for readers to become well versed in this highly interdisciplinary field of the twenty-first century. Key Features Rooted in the most recent advances in experimental studies of basic cognitive functions Introduces neurobiological and mathematical concepts so that the book is self-contained Heavily illustrated with high-quality figures that help to illuminate neurobiological concepts, present experimental findings and explain mathematical models Concludes with a list of core cognitive behavior tasks, ten take-home messages and three open questions for future research Computer model codes are available via GitHub for hands-on practice

Artificial intelligence and machine learning have emerged as driving forces behind transformative advancements in various fields, and have become increasingly pervasive in many industries and daily life. As these technologies continue to gain momentum, so does the need to develop a deeper understanding of their underlying principles, capabilities, and limitations. In this monograph, the authors focus on the theory of machine learning and statistical learning theory, with a particular focus on the generalization capabilities of learning algorithms. Part I covers the foundations of information-theoretic and PAC-Bayesian generalization bounds for standard supervised learning. Part II explores the applications of generalization bounds, as well as extensions to settings beyond standard supervised learning. Several important areas of application include neural networks, federated learning and reinforcement learning. The monograph concludes with a broader discussion of information-theoretic and PAC-Bayesian generalization bounds as a whole. This monograph will be of interest to students and researchers working in generalization and theoretical machine learning. It provides a comprehensive introduction to information-theoretic generalization bounds and their connection to PAC-Bayes, serving as a foundation from which the most recent developments are accessible.

A marvelously illustrated look at everything we now know about the fearsome king of the dinosaursTyrannosaurus rex is the world's favorite dinosaur, adored by the public and the subject of intense study and debate by paleontologists. This stunningly illustrated book brings together everything we have learned about T. rex—the “King of the Tyrant Lizards”—since it was first given its famous name in 1905. It presents these creatures as science knows them rather than the version portrayed in movies, revealing them to be dramatically different, and far more amazing, than ever imagined. With numerous original paintings and diagrams by the author, King Tyrant draws on the latest discoveries to offer a modern understanding of Tyrannosaurus, pulling back the curtain of media hype that often obscures these extraordinary extinct animals while cementing their reputation as the most formidable carnivores of the Mesozoic.Features more than 150 breathtaking illustrations, photos, and diagramsCovers everything from the research history of T. rex to their anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, behavior, and extinctionReveals how the Tyrannosaurus known to science is characterized as much by radical changes in body form throughout its growth as its enormous size and powerful jawsDiscloses details about their lifestyles and behavior evidenced from fossils, from violent face-biting between rivals to their capacity to literally pull the heads off Triceratops carcassesGets to the bottom of the many controversies surrounding T. rex, such as: Was there really more than one species of Tyrannosaurus? Did they live and hunt in groups? How fast could they run and how hard could they bite? Can we truly distinguish males from females?Discusses T. rex in popular culture, showing how our love for this dinosaur has both helped and hindered research

O livro está dividido em 13 capítulos contemplando os principais indicadores utilizados na avaliação do estado nutricional nas diferentes fases do ciclo da vida, exceto o primeiro, que foi concebido visando apresentar uma abordagem inicial quanto aos aspectos etiopatológicos da desnutrição. Para atender à necessidade de fornecer à comunidade acadêmica e aos profissionais envolvidos em avaliação nutricional um livro abrangente, que abordasse tanto os aspectos teóricos e conceituais quanto os aspectos práticos dessa atividade, montamos uma estrutura de capítulos para nortear a sua redação. Associamos a cada capítulo um coordenador com vasta experiência no assunto, que teve liberdade para incluir colaboradores que pudessem contribuir para a produção de um material de alto nível e articulado ao escopo apresentado, sendo a maioria integrante de Programas de Mestrado/Doutorado e muitos bolsistas de Produtividade em Pesquisa do CNPq. A obra é particularmente direcionada a estudantes, profissionais, docentes e pesquisadores, das áreas de Nutrição e da Educação Física, que, nos mais diferentes cenários, necessitem dos conhecimentos relativos à avaliação nutricional. Trata-se de um material que fará diferença no seu propósito: ser um importante recurso para auxiliar na formação teórico-prática de futuros profissionais, assim como na realização das atividades de avaliação nutricional.

This book comprehensively covers all aspects of distribution, taxonomy, life cycle, cultivation, application in traditional medicine, their secondary metabolites, and their biological properties, along with various parameters to yield improvement in selected species of Cordyceps. It covers the history, diversity, ecology, taxonomy, phylogeny, genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, various techniques of cultivation, preservation, significance in human health (traditional remedies, modern therapeutics, bioactive potential and curative potential of lifestyle diseases), industrial significance (pigments, nutraceuticals, cosmeceuticals, bioactive macromolecules, fermentation products, metabolic pathways and industrial products), biocontrol potential, market potential and conservation. This book will also highlight the future directions of application-oriented research and the market potential of this economically important genus. The book is an inclusive complication of all classes of metabolites of Cordyceps that are currently being used or are under development, such as antibacterial, antimycotic, biofilm inhibitors, antivirals, antioxidants, anticancer agents, anti-diabetes, anti-inflammatory, anti-angiogenesis, immunosuppressive and immunomodulatory activity. Biotechnological interventions such as epigenetic modifications, co-culture, OSMAC, CRISPER and chemical mutagenesis would also be addressed. The book has been divided into five to six sections addressing different aspects of the bioprospecting of Cordyceps in the discovery and development of drugs, including biotechnological intervention and analytical methods or approaches.

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Second International Conference on Artificial Intelligence Security and Privacy, AIS&P 2024, held in Guangzhou, China, during December 6-7, 2024. The 14 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 47 submissions. The papers help to researchers to exchange latest research progress in all areas such as artificial intelligence, security and privacy, and their applications.

Microgreens are the name given to the small, soft, green parts of plants that develop from seedlings and do not bear any real leaves. These microgreens are known to have high nutritional content and are composed of phytoconstituents such as carotenes, phenolics and polysterols which allow for their usage in dietary programs. Legumes provide high nutritional value by enhancing dietary fibre, vitamins and minerals, and are one of the most important sources of plant protein in the human diet. Leguminous microgreens can play a significant role in fulfilling the nutritional requirement of world's population and will assist in completing the United Nations'global goal of'zero hunger'(Sustainable Development Goal 2). Recent Trends and Applications of Leguminous Microgreens as Functional Foods provides an in-depth look at the development of leguminous microgreens, such as chickpea, lentils, beans and peas. It covers potential germplasm containing high iron and zinc levels; biomass and nutritive traits that can be used to produce a bio-fortified functional food with appropriate proportions of nutritive components. The book also discusses the increasing interest in production and consumption of microgreens due to their nutritional content, yield rate, rapid production time frame and aroma qualities among other factors. The book also covers management methods for production of biofortified food through conventional, molecular and biotechnological approaches such as hydroponics and aquaponics systems. Additionally, it contains assessments on safety during storage as well information on how to develop value-added products that can supplement food needs/requirements. This book is a valuable tool for anyone looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of this growing sector within agriculture and will provide readers with all they need to know about developing leguminous microgreens for enriched functional foods.

In this comprehensive, fully revised third edition of the award-winning Creating & Sustaining Civility in Nursing Education, author Cynthia Clark expands her proven, results-focused approach to preventing and addressing the problem of incivility. This guide includes practical, evidence-based solutions that range from principles for broad-based institutional changes to ready-to-use teaching tools and strategies to promote and maintain civility, community, and respect in today's highly charged work and learning environments. Considering recent changes in higher education in general and nursing education specifically, expanded areas of focus in this new edition include: •Online teaching and learning environments •The contentious political climate and campus unrest •The costs and consequences of incivility •Principled leadership and organizational change •An emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging •Virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and academic integrity •Trauma-informed teaching and learning •The nexus of civility and foundational standards for safe, inclusive, and healthy work and learning environments This informative, timely book is brimming with ideas and resources to equip faculty, students, and nurse leaders with strategies— including role-modeling and mentoring, well-being and self-care, cognitive rehearsal, and positive learning environments--to successfully address civility challenges in the nursing field.

This book provides a focused overview of what role artificial intelligence (AI) plays on the design and process of system development and perspectives on making it more and more relevant and beneficial for our society. It covers topics like large language models, generative AI, intelligenticism, communication dynamics representation, feature selection, smart design and social wellbeing, and it demonstrates the general applicability of AI to various problems in transdisciplinary domains. The book is a Festschrift for two lifetime fellows of the Society for Design and Process Science (SDPS), Bernd Kramer and Murat Tanik, in order to appreciate their work and honor them for lifelong dedication to design and process science. It is based on a special honorary event held at the AI in Design and Process Science (AIDPS) workshop during the 2024 Hawaii International Conference in System Sciences (HICSS). Overall, this book is a source of inspiration for everybody in academia and research sectors working on the vision of creating a strong, fruitful and creative community of design and process science for social wellbeing through the development of AI technologies.

The book explores the fundamental principles and transformative advancements in cutting-edge algorithmic technologies, detailing their application and impact on revolutionizing healthcare. This book provides an in-depth account of how technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT) are reshaping healthcare, transitioning from traditional diagnostic and treatment approaches to data-driven solutions that improve predictive accuracy and patient outcomes. The text also addresses the challenges and considerations associated with adopting these technologies, including ethical implications, data security concerns, and the need for human-centered approaches in algorithmic medicine. After introducing digital twin technology and its potential to enhance healthcare delivery, the book examines the broader effects of digital technology on the healthcare system. Subsequent chapters explore topics such as innovations in medical imaging, predictive analytics for improved patient outcomes, and deep learning algorithms for brain tumor detection. Other topics include generative adversarial networks (GANs), convolutional neural networks (CNNs), smart wearables for remote patient monitoring, effective IoT solutions, telemedicine advancements, and blockchain security for healthcare systems. The integration of biometric systems driven by AI, securing cyber-physical systems in healthcare, and digitizing wellness through electronic health records (EHRs) and electronic medical records (EMRs) are also discussed. The book concludes with an extensive case study comparing the impacts of various healthcare applications, offering insights and encouraging further research and innovation in this dynamic field. Audience This book is suitable for academicians and professionals in health informatics, bioinformatics, biomedical science and engineering, artificial intelligence, as well as clinicians, IT specialists, and policymakers in healthcare.

This book offers a comprehensive guide to discovering, assessing, and utilizing consortia of beneficial microbes for crop protection and enhanced crop production in the context of climate change. It provides deep insights into the functional roles of the rhizomicrobiome, including AMF, endophytes, PGPRs, and the phyllomicrobiome, as well as the microbiomes of different plant parts such as seeds, fruits, and stems, in promoting plant growth, development, and the biocontrol of pests and pathogens in a sustainable manner. The book also presents the latest updates on molecular biology techniques, genetic engineering, biotechnological tools, and metagenomics, which are widely used for analyzing plant-pathogen interactions and microbial identification. It will be especially valuable for students and faculty involved in the study and teaching of plant–microbe interactions, as well as researchers working on sustainable methods for plant disease management. With cutting-edge research from leading experts, this book aims to contribute to the development of an eco-friendly, sustainable agricultural system.

This book provides information on the applications of lignocellulosic wastes, aquatic weeds, algal biomass and microbes in biofuel production, climate change mitigation, eco-restoration, environment protection and development of roadmap for circular economy. Approximately eighty percent of the current energy requirements are fulfilled from fossil fuels which may be exhausted in the next fifty years if their exploitation rate continues with the same pace. Additionally, many health-related disorders like respiratory diseases, cancer and tumour are directly associated with the release of toxic gases during burning of fossil fuels. Therefore, transition from fossil fuels derived energy to low-carbon source energy is required for reduction in global carbon footprint. Excessive exhaustion of fossil sources and their high cost and adverse effects on environment have compelled researchers to develop alternative energy sources. Thus, biomass to bioenergy conversion technologies have been considered as the most promising approach for environment protection and sustainable development. This book comprises latest information on advanced technologies and future directions for researchers and scientists working in the field of biorefinery, wastewater and solid waste treatment and carbon neutrality for environmental safety. It can also serve as a guide to environmentalists, microbiologists, biotechnologists, environmental engineers and managers, policy makers, and industrialists, working in this field.

Now in a revised and updated second edition addressing the evolving needs of today's K–12 educators, this established classroom resource is written by leaders in positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS). Brandi Simonsen and Diane Myers provide a vital classroom management and behavior support toolkit with a primary focus on universal (Tier 1) support. In a convenient large-size format, the book provides step-by-step guidelines for structuring the classroom environment, actively engaging students in instruction, setting clear expectations, and implementing a continuum of strategies to reinforce positive behavior and respond to inappropriate behavior. Teacher-friendly features include classroom vignettes, bulleted chapter objectives, end-of-chapter learning activities, and reproducible forms that can be downloaded for repeated use. New to This Edition •Expanded focus on culturally responsive and inclusive practice. •Increased attention to connecting with students and families and engaging them in designing, implementing, and monitoring practices. •More coverage of integrating Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions into a classwide PBIS model. •Updated research, resources, tools, and examples throughout the chapters. This book is in The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series, edited by Sandra M. Chafouleas.

'Industrial quantum computing'(IQC) covers the applications of quantum computing innovations in general industry and industry 4.0. This book presents the application of quantum computations to the financial sector, medical services, the logistics industry, and the manufacturing industry.

This book features a carefully curated collection of articles drawn from the quarterly International Higher Education (IHE). Focused on the international dimensions and trends in higher education, these articles offer valuable insights into the tumultuous events spanning from January 2018 to December 2023. This volume offers a comprehensive discussion of key international themes covering a period of great turmoil in global higher education in a series of short, targeted articles. The five-year period is marked by the geopolitical tensions and internationalization issues at both national and international levels, in the middle of a global pandemic. We provide readers with a coherent organization of articles, grouped into ten themes that relate to the most central issues facing international(ization of) higher education, which are relevant today and in the future. While readers of the higher education research community will find these themes familiar, this book is also tailored for a more diverse audience. Policymakers and practitioners worldwide will find this book helpful when seeking a comprehensive and approachable guide to navigating the complexities of international dimensions and trends in higher education. This collection is a valuable resource for courses worldwide that focus on global issues and the internationalization of higher education.