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Innovation, Dual Use, and Security: Managing the Risks of Emerging Biological and Chemical Technologies
by Jonathan B. Tucker Richard DanzigRecent advances in disciplines such as biotechnology, nanotechnology, and neuropharmacology entail a "dual-use dilemma" because they promise benefits for human health and welfare yet pose the risk of misuse for hostile purposes. The emerging field of synthetic genomics, for example, can produce custom DNA molecules for life-saving drugs but also makes possible the creation of deadly viral agents for biological warfare or terrorism. The challenge for policymakers is to prevent the misuse of these new technologies without forgoing their benefits . Innovation, Dual Use, and Security offers a systematic approach for managing the dual-use dilemma. The book presents a "decision framework" for assessing the security risks of emerging technologies and fashioning governance strategies to manage those risks. This framework is applied to fourteen contemporary case studies, including synthetic genomics, DNA shuffling and directed evolution, combinatorial chemistry, protein engineering, immunological modulation, and aerosol vaccines. The book also draws useful lessons from two historical cases: the development of the V-series nerve agents in Britain and the use and misuse of LSD by the U. S. Army and the CIA. Innovation, Dual Use, and Security offers a comprehensive, multifaceted introduction to the challenges of governing dual-use technologies in an era of rapid innovation. The book will be of interest to government officials and other practitioners as well as to students and scholars in security studies, science and technology studies, biology, and chemistry.
Innovation, Dual Use, and Security: Managing the Risks of Emerging Biological and Chemical Technologies (The\mit Press Ser.)
by edited by Jonathan B. TuckerA framework for assessing the security risks of emerging dual-use technologies and devising tailored governance strategies is proposed and applied to contemporary case studies.Recent advances in disciplines such as biotechnology, nanotechnology, and neuropharmacology entail a “dual-use dilemma” because they promise benefits for human health and welfare yet pose the risk of misuse for hostile purposes. The emerging field of synthetic genomics, for example, can produce custom DNA molecules for life-saving drugs but also makes possible the creation of deadly viral agents for biological warfare or terrorism. The challenge for policymakers is to prevent the misuse of these new technologies without forgoing their benefits. Innovation, Dual Use, and Security offers a systematic approach for managing the dual-use dilemma.The book presents a “decision framework” for assessing the security risks of emerging technologies and fashioning governance strategies to manage those risks. This framework is applied to fourteen contemporary case studies, including synthetic genomics, DNA shuffling and directed evolution, combinatorial chemistry, protein engineering, immunological modulation, and aerosol vaccines. The book also draws useful lessons from two historical cases: the development of the V-series nerve agents in Britain and the use and misuse of LSD by the U.S. Army and the CIA.Innovation, Dual Use, and Security offers a comprehensive, multifaceted introduction to the challenges of governing dual-use technologies in an era of rapid innovation. The book will be of interest to government officials and other practitioners as well as to students and scholars in security studies, science and technology studies, biology, and chemistry.
Innovation, Engineering and Entrepreneurship (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #505)
by Filomena Soares José Machado Germano VeigaThis book presents endeavors to join synergies in order to create added value for society, using the latest scientific knowledge to boost technology transfer from academia to industry. It potentiates the foundations for the creation of knowledge- and entrepreneurial cooperation networks involving engineering, innovation, and entrepreneurship stakeholders. The Regional HELIX 2018 conference was organized at the University of Minho’s School of Engineering by the MEtRICs and Algoritmi Research Centers, and took place in Guimarães, Portugal, from June 27th to 29th, 2018. After a rigorous peer-review process, 160 were accepted for publication, covering a wide range of topics, including Control, Automation and Robotics; Mechatronics Design, Medical Devices and Wellbeing; Cyber-Physical Systems, IoT and Industry 4.0; Innovations in Industrial Context and Advanced Manufacturing; New Trends in Mechanical Systems Development; Advanced Materials and Innovative Applications; Waste to Energy and Sustainable Environment; Operational Research and Industrial Mathematics; Innovation and Collaborative Arrangements; Entrepreneurship and Internationalization; and Oriented Education for Innovation, Engineering and/or Entrepreneurship.
Innovation, Finance, and the Economy
by Mehmet Huseyin Bilgin Hakan Danis Ender Demir Chi Keung Marco LauThe first volume of the Eurasian Studies in Business and Economics, the official proceedings series of the Eurasia Business and Economics Society (EBES), includes selected papers from the 13th EBES Conference held in Istanbul in 2014. This volume covers theoretical and empirical contributions in the areas of innovation, entrepreneurship, HR, banking and finance. An eclectic set of methodologies and contributions from experts across the World makes this volume a valued work of reference. This volume also provides a timely opportunity to colleagues, professionals and students to catch up with the most recent studies in different fields and empirical findings on many countries and regions.
Innovation, Human Capital and Trade Competitiveness
by Marzenna Anna WeresaThis work focuses on researching and establishing the importance of human capital and innovation as determinants of competitive advantages in international trade--in the context of rapidly evolving technological advancement, globalization, and economic integration. The processes that accompany the shift from industrial economics to a knowledge-based economy are currently the object of interest of both scientists, politicians, investors and entrepreneurs. In many countries, the traditional sources of socioeconomic development, such as low labor costs, availability of inexpensive raw materials, and favorable geographic location are waning. These economies are searching for new sources of competitive advantage that will allow for maintaining growth, among other things by boosting participation in international trade. The book explores non-traditional drivers of competitiveness in both theory and practice. First, chapters 1 through 4 present theoretical and methodological aspects of the relationships among international trade, human capital and innovation. Here the authors address the controversy associated with the concept of competitiveness itself and its measurement, while paying special attention to the political development of comparative advantages related to international trade. The second part of the monograph, chapters 5 through 8, is of empirical nature. This section contains case studies of selected countries that represent models of various national innovation systems. Finally, the theoretical and practical aspects are integrated, allowing policymakers and financial and business leaders to consider how their decisions can influence their countries' competitive positions through their investments in innovation and human capital.
Innovation, Quality and Sustainability for a Resilient Circular Economy: The Role of Commodity Science, Volume 1 (Circular Economy and Sustainability)
by Carlo Ingrao Giovanni Lagioia Annarita Paiano Vera Amicarelli Teodoro GallucciThis book is a selection of the best papers presented at the XXX National Conference of Commodity Science held in Bari, Italy on 27 to 28th October, 2022. It is designed to help advance the knowledge and application of Commodity Science in innovation, quality, and sustainability principles and goals. Furthermore, it provides support in confronting the current environmental and socioeconomic challenges and contributes to addressing and solving those concerns in a circular economy context.Under this perspective, the book highlights the central role that Commodity Science can play, also considering the multiple possibilities of interacting with other relevant research sectors, like food production and packaging, engineering, environmental science, organisation, management, decision science, and social science, so enabling valorisation and rmaximisation. These interactions will appeal to academics, producers, decision- and policymakers, and other stakeholders.Thus, this book has a multidisciplinary holistically integrated approach to Commodity Science that contributes to enhancing the current literature and knowledge.
Innovation, Quality and Sustainability for a Resilient Circular Economy: The Role of Commodity Science, Volume 2 (Circular Economy and Sustainability)
by Carlo Ingrao Giovanni Lagioia Annarita Paiano Vera Amicarelli Teodoro GallucciThis book is the second volume of a selection of the best papers presented at the XXX National Conference of Commodity Science held in Bari, Italy on 27–28th October, 2022. It is designed to help advance the knowledge and application of Commodity Science in innovation, quality, and sustainability principles and goals. Furthermore, it provides support in confronting the current environmental and socioeconomic challenges and contributes to addressing and solving those concerns in a circular economy context. Under this perspective, the book highlights the central role that Commodity Science can play, also considering the multiple possibilities of interacting with other relevant research sectors, like food production and packaging, engineering, environmental science, organization, management, decision science, and social science, so enabling valorization and maximization. These interactions will appeal to academics, producers, decision- and policymakers, and other stakeholders. Thus, this book has a multidisciplinary holistically integrated approach to Commodity Science that contributes to enhancing the current literature and knowledge.
Innovation, Strategy and Risk in Construction: Turning Serendipity into Capability
by Martin LoosemoreInnovation, Strategy and Risk in Construction integrates insights from business and government leaders with contemporary research, to help built environment professionals turn serendipity to their own advantage by building greater innovative and adaptive capacity into their operations. Accessible and full of practical examples, the book argues that traditional business strategies which seek to systematise innovation and eliminate uncertainty need to be balanced with more flexible approaches which acknowledge and harness uncertainty. The missing key to innovation, it is argued, is to turn serendipity into capability. The author proposes a simple model which allows managers to tap into the increasingly dynamic and interconnected nature of the construction industry. Innovation does not occur in isolation within individual firms, but through collaboration. Each stakeholder in the construction industry has a responsibility to drive innovation, and this book will be key reading for consultants, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and clients, as well as policy makers and all serious students of construction management.
Innovation, Transformation, and War: Counterinsurgency Operations in Anbar and Ninewa, Iraq, 2005-2007
by James A. RussellRussell (national security affairs, Naval Postgraduate School) explores the counterinsurgency operations of Army and Marine Corps units fighting in Anbar and Ninewa provinces in Iraq from 2005 to 2007. The author uses empirical case studies, including interviews with military and civilian participants, to illustrate how these fighting units were able to quickly evolve from groups structured and trained for conventional military operations into units prepared for a wide range of combat operations. Stanford Security Studies is an imprint of Stanford U. Press. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc. , Portland, OR (booknews. com)
Innovation-Based Development of the Mineral Resources Sector: Proceedings of the 11th Russian-German Raw Materials Conference, November 7-8, 2018, Potsdam, Germany
by Vladimir LitvinenkoInnovation-Based Development of the Mineral Resources Sector: Challenges and Prospects contains the contributions presented at the XI Russian-German Raw Materials Conference (Potsdam, Germany, 7-8 November 2018). The Russian-German Raw Materials Conference is held within the framework of the “Permanent Russian-German Forum on the Issues of the Use of Raw Materials”, which has as goals to develop new approaches to effectively use energy, mineral and renewable natural resources and to initiate cooperation in the field of sustainability and environmental protection. The contributions cover current trends in the development of raw materials markets and the world economy, the state of the environment and new technologies applied in the sector, effectively responding to modern challenges. The 63 accepted papers are grouped into four main sections: • Mineral exploration and mining• Mining services• Processing of raw materials• Other Innovation-Based Development of the Mineral Resources Sector: Challenges and Prospects will be of interest to academics and researchers involved in the mineral resources sector, but also to professionals in the public, foreign trade and education fields, and representatives of major corporations and professional associations.
Innovation: A Systems Approach (Analytics and Control #27)
by Adedeji B. BadiruInnovation: A Systems Approach Subject Guide: Engineering-Industrial & Manufacturing It is a systems world. This concise book uses a systems-based approach to show how innovation is ubiquitous in all facets of endeavors, including business, industry, government, and academia. The systems approach facilitates process design, evaluation, justification, and integration. This book explicitly highlights the crucial role of integration in any innovation project. It presents conceptual and operational definitions of innovation. Emphasis is placed on the context related to the theme of systems thinking. Features Covers the intrinsic basis for innovation from a systems perspective Describes the use of the DEJI systems model for actuating innovation Highlights the role of humans in the innovation loop Provides guidance for innovation project management Presents a case example of linking quality and innovation Introduces the Umbrella Theory of Innovation
Innovations In GIS
by David Parker Department of Surveying, University of Newcastle upon TyneDerived from presentations made at the third annual UK National Conference on GIS Research, this work consists of contributions by leading experts in: geography, mathematics, computing science, surveying, archaeology, planning and medicine.
Innovations In GIS
by Michael F. WorboysThis book aims to offer research at the cutting edge. The individual chapters are fully revised and updated versions of contributions to the first focused scientific symposium on research in geographic information systems GISRUK. The book provides the reader with a comprehensive outline of the full range and diversity of innovative research program
Innovations In GIS
by Michael F. WorboysThis book aims to offer research at the cutting edge. The individual chapters are fully revised and updated versions of contributions to the first focused scientific symposium on research in geographic information systems GISRUK. The book provides the reader with a comprehensive outline of the full range and diversity of innovative research programmes in the science of GIS. Chapters address key issues such as computational support; spatial analysis and error; and application and implementation.
Innovations In GIS
by Zarine KempDerived from presentations made at the fourth annual UK National Conference on GIS Research, this work consists of contributions by leading experts in: geography, mathematics, computing science, surveying, archaeology, planning and medicine.
Innovations In GIS 5: Selected Papers From The Fifth National Conference On GIS Research UK
by Steve CarverThis text reflects the interdisciplinary nature of GIS research and includes coverage of such themes as: virtual GIS; spatial analysis; artificial intelligence; spatial agents and fuzzy systems; and space-time GIS and GIS applications.
Innovations Induced by Research in Technical Systems (Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering)
by Maciej Majewski Wojciech KacalakThis book reports on innovative technologies and their applications in the field of mechanical engineering, covering new design methods as well as the practical implementation and optimization of existing ones to satisfy growing and changing industrial needs. The book features the proceedings of the International Online Conference on Innovations Induced by Research in Technical Systems (IIRTS’2019), organized by the Department of Technical and Informatics Systems Engineering – Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Koszalin University of Technology (Poland). The book offers a snapshot of innovative methods, cutting-edge applications, and industrially relevant findings in the broad field of technical systems.
Innovations and Advances in Cognitive Systems: ICIACS 2024, Volume 1 (Information Systems Engineering and Management #15)
by S. D. Prabu Ragavendiran Vasile Daniel Pavaloaia M. S. Mekala Antonio Sarasa CabezueloThis book is a collection of carefully selected quality research contributions that report the advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI). Composed of 37 individual research chapters, this book explores how AI is transforming health care, agriculture, security, image processing, and more to describe how artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and deep learning (DL) technologies improve patient care, enhance agriculture, develop smarter transportation systems, and automate tasks across industries. This book is for researchers, professionals, and enthusiasts who want to understand the future of AI and its potential applications. It also serves as a valuable resource for professionals who are seeking to understand how AI will impact their industry, or tech enthusiasts captivated by the potential of this transformative technology.
Innovations and Advances in Cognitive Systems: ICIACS 2024, Volume 2 (Information Systems Engineering and Management #16)
by S. D. Prabu Ragavendiran Vasile Daniel Pavaloaia M. S. Mekala Antonio Sarasa CabezueloThis book covers the new research convergence, exploring how AI is transforming computer networks and cognitive technologies. As AI research explodes, the lines between technology and human potential are blurring. With a collection of 38 research chapters, this book is a collection of research efforts that explore the cutting-edge topics like intelligent robots, intelligent and automated network security, brain–computer interfaces, and advanced language processing. Overall, this book provides an overview of how AI is optimizing and analyzing massive datasets for obtaining hidden insights. The research methods and future research scope discussed in each chapter will serve as a key to understand the transformative power of AI and cognitive technologies. The knowledge shared in this book will equip young research minds to harness the potential of computing and cognitive technologies and shape a brighter future.
Innovations and Advances in Computer, Information, Systems Sciences, and Engineering
by Khaled Elleithy Tarek SobhInnovations and Advances in Computer, Information, Systems Sciences, and Engineering includes the proceedings of the International Joint Conferences on Computer, Information, and Systems Sciences, and Engineering (CISSE 2011). The contents of this book are a set of rigorously reviewed, world-class manuscripts addressing and detailing state-of-the-art research projects in the areas of Industrial Electronics, Technology and Automation, Telecommunications and Networking, Systems, Computing Sciences and Software Engineering, Engineering Education, Instructional Technology, Assessment, and E-learning.
Innovations and Advances in Computing, Informatics, Systems Sciences, Networking and Engineering
by Khaled Elleithy Tarek SobhInnovations and Advances in Computing, Informatics, Systems Sciences, Networking and Engineering This book includes a set of rigorously reviewed world-class manuscripts addressing and detailing state-of-the-art research projects in the areas of Computer Science, Informatics, and Systems Sciences, and Engineering. It includes selected papers from the conference proceedings of the Eighth and some selected papers of the Ninth International Joint Conferences on Computer, Information, and Systems Sciences, and Engineering (CISSE 2012 & CISSE 2013). Coverage includes topics in: Industrial Electronics, Technology & Automation, Telecommunications and Networking, Systems, Computing Sciences and Software Engineering, Engineering Education, Instructional Technology, Assessment, and E-learning. · Provides the latest in a series of books growing out of the International Joint Conferences on Computer, Information, and Systems Sciences, and Engineering; · Includes chapters in the most advanced areas of Computing, Informatics, Systems Sciences, and Engineering; · Accessible to a wide range of readership, including professors, researchers, practitioners and students.
Innovations and Applications of Technology in Language Education (Advances in Computational Collective Intelligence)
by Raghvendra Kumar Nilayam Kumar KamilaThe linguistics and language education world has recently experienced a rapidly proliferating interest in applying technology. This interdisciplinary area bridges the gap between two previously separate fields.Innovations and Applications of Technology in Language Education is a collection of 12 chapters by an international group of language and linguistics education experts. Although technology in language education is a global interest, its practices should be contextualized. This book covers how language educational technology is currently applied, discusses how it should be applied, and gives directions for its future development.Providing a critical review of respective current practices and perspectives, this book begins by presenting a set of research‑based principles for developing second language teachers’ professionalism. It then examines the use of technology to enhance students’ English language skills. Acknowledging the advantages and disadvantages of AI‑mediated communication, this book argues for the use of AI to facilitate communication in language education. It also proposes the use of AI to develop and administer language tests and suggests guidelines for practitioners to deploy AI in developing and administering language tests efficiently. This book concludes by discussing technology for specific purposes in second language education and the potential of computer‑mediated communication (CMC) to enhance interaction between students.
Innovations and Breakthroughs in the Gold and Silver Industries: Concepts, Applications and Future Trends
by Vaikuntam Iyer Lakshmanan Barun GorainThe book describes all aspects of technical innovation related to the gold and silver industries, from ore identification through to processing. It includes details of comminution, pre-concentration and beneficiation, commercially available and recently developed innovative pyro and hydrometallurgical processes, including leaching processes, separation and purification, and recovery and refining. The book focuses on capital and operating cost estimation, process simulation, waste remediation and minimization. Sustainable gold and silver processes are examined with the use of clean technologies and efficient use of energy and water. Topics such as supply and demand of gold and silver, their exchange in major global markets, and the factors that influence gold and silver prices and major economic indices are discussed.Presents emerging trends and innovations in the areas of ore body knowledge, mining, processing, waste management, economics, finance and automation;Describes emerging enablers for the gold and silver industries such as digitization, automation and remote operations;Promotes breakthroughs in mining, processing, waste management, energy and water from an integrated operations perspective.
Innovations and Developments of Technologies in Medicine, Biology and Healthcare: Proceedings of the IEEE EMBS International Student Conference (ISC) (Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing #1360)
by Natalia Piaseczna Magdalena Gorczowska Agnieszka ŁachThis book constitutes the proceeding from IEEE EMBS International Student Conference (ISC) held online in Zabrze, 11-12th December, 2020. The conference was organized in cooperation between Students from Silesian University of Technology (Gliwice, Poland) and AGH University of Science and Technology (Kraków, Poland). The book consists of twenty full papers. Each submission included in this proceeding was subjected to a review process and accepted by the Conference Program Committee.IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (EMBS) is the world’s largest international society of biomedical engineers. The organization’s 12,000 members reside in some 97 countries around the world. EMBS provides its members with access to the people, practices, information, ideas, and opinions that are shaping one of the fastest-growing fields in science.The International Student Conference is a special event organized by students for students. It creates an open environment for students, researchers, and scientists for presenting results of their recent work and learning about new trends in biomedical engineering. The conference is an opportunity to inspire students towards an academic career and encourage them to share their research experience.
Innovations and Dynamics in Photonics and Electronics (Studies in Infrastructure and Control)
by Aavishkar Katti Pravin Jadhav Vijaya Katti Milind PandeThe fields of photonics and electronics are at the heart of technological innovation, driving progress across industries and shaping the future of human connectivity, automation, and sustainability. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the critical developments, economic strategies, and cutting-edge technologies revolutionizing these domains. This book delves into India's unique position in the global electronics landscape, emphasizing its export strength and comparative advantages. It examines the dynamic role of investments, economic models, and incentives in building self-reliance and boosting domestic manufacturing. The importance of supply chain management in fostering technological growth is discussed, along with the transformative potential of adopting circular economy principles for sustainability. The book also explores the synergy between photonics, electronics, and artificial intelligence, highlighting advancements in machine learning that are redefining possibilities in the field. From optimizing manufacturing processes to harnessing AI-driven solutions, this book offers insights into how technology is reshaping the world of electronics and photonics. Whether you are an academic, a policymaker, an industry professional, or a student of technology and innovation, this book provides a rich foundation for understanding the dynamic forces shaping the future of photonics and electronics in India and beyond.