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Das Knochenmarködem-Syndrom: Fortschritte in Diagnose und Therapie (essentials)
by Reiner BartlMit Einführung der Magnetresonanztomographie (MRT) als bildgebende Methode für die klinische Routine in den 80er Jahren kann erstmals das Knochenmarködem (KMÖ) eindeutig diagnostiziert werden. Der lokale Nachweis eines KMÖ im Rahmen von orthopädischen, sportmedizinischen und unfallchirurgischen Erkrankungen führte zum Begriff des „Knochenmarködem-Syndroms“ (KMÖS). Diese radiologisch-klinische Entität ist mit massiven Schmerzen und Bewegungseinschränkung verbunden. Während früher eine Anbohrung des ödematösen Bezirks als „Mittel der Wahl“ galt, stehen heute effektive Medikamente, biophysikalische Verfahren und Kombinationstherapien zur Verfügung, die zu einer Ausheilung des Ödems führen.
Recent Advancements in Artificial Intelligence: Proceedings of ICRAAI 2023 (Innovations in Sustainable Technologies and Computing)
by Manoj Kumar Namita Mittal Zdzislaw Polkowski Richi Nayak Ajay KhuntetaThis book features research papers presented at the Second International Conference on Recent Advancements in Artificial Intelligence (ICRAAI 2023), held at Poornima University, Jaipur, India during 15 – 16 December 2023. The book presents original research work in the areas of computational intelligence, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science and data analytics, cloud computing, and internet of things. The book is beneficial for readers from both academia and industry.
AI in Business: Volume 2 (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #516)
by Reem Khamis Amina BuallayThis book is a comprehensive guide to understanding the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in improving business functions, as well as the limitations and challenges that come with its implementation. In this book, readers will learn about the various opportunities that AI presents in business, including how it can automate routine tasks, reduce errors, and increase efficiency. The book covers a range of topics, including how AI can be used in financial reporting, auditing, fraud detection, and tax preparation. However, the book also explores the limitations of AI in business, such as the need for skilled professionals, data quality, and the potential for bias. It examines the challenges that companies face when implementing AI in business functions, including the need for ethical considerations, transparency, and accountability. The book is written for business professionals, business leaders, and anyone interested in the potential of AI in business functions. It offers practical advice on how to implement AI effectively and provides insights into the latest developments in AI technology. Through case studies and real-world examples, readers will gain a deeper understanding of how AI can be used to enhance business functions, as well as the potential pitfalls and limitations to be aware of. Overall, this book is an essential guide for anyone looking to harness the power of AI to improve their business functions and to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive business environment.
Sucht und Gesundheit: Soziale Perspektiven für Suchtprävention und Suchthilfe
by Knut Tielking Manfred RabesDas Buch bietet einen komprimierten und zugleich ausführlichen Überblick über Suchtprobleme aus einer sozialarbeiterischen und sozialwissenschaftlichen Perspektive. Herausgearbeitet wird die Suchtthematik im Kontext von Gesundheit unter Berücksichtigung wesentlicher Suchtformen, deren Ursachen und Entstehungsbedingungen und der relevanten epidemiologischen Datenlage. Zudem wird das Suchthilfesystem in seinen Facetten (Prävention, Beratung, Behandlung, Begleitung) beleuchtet und es werden neue Erkenntnisse und offene Fragen in der Suchtforschung diskutiert. Evidenzbasierung und soziokulturelle Aspekte sind hierbei integrierte Bestandteile.
Solved Problems and Systematic Introduction to Special Relativity (Undergraduate Lecture Notes in Physics)
by Michael TsamparlisIn most undergraduate physics classes Special Relativity is taught from a simplistic point of view using Newtonian concepts rather than the relativistic way of thinking. This results in students often finding it difficult to understand properly the new approach/new ideas, and consequently to solve relativistic problems. Furthermore, a number of books treat the theory using advanced mathematics which is not necessary for the first approach to the theory. This book is intended to serve two roles: a. To treat a student in a systematic constructive way to the basic structure of the theory and b. To provide a large number of solved in-detail problems in the kinematics and dynamics of Special Relativity. Concerning the first aim the book introduces the basics of four-dimensional mathematics, i.e., Lorentz metric, relativistic tensors, and prepares, through working examples, the transition to General Relativity, which requires, besides the relativistic concepts, the use of Differential Geometry and tensor analysis. The presentation is concise and does not replace a book on Special Relativity. Concerning the second intention the large number of problems provides the necessary material which can be used in order to familiarize the student with the relativistic “world”. These problems can be used in the class by the teachers either as working examples or as problem sheets. It will be our pleasure if the book will be useful to both students and teachers.
Einschätzung der Relevanz akademischer Hebammenkompetenzen: Akademische und nicht akademische Hebammen im Vergleich - eine Querschnittsstudie
by Angela KranzIm Rahmen der Akademisierung des Hebammenberufes bleibt die Wahrnehmung der Vertiefung und Erweiterung von Hebammenkompetenzen innerhalb der Berufsgruppe ungeklärt. Diese unterteilt sich in akademische und nicht akademische Hebammen. Das Ziel der prospektiven Querschnittstudie besteht in der Untersuchung der Sichtweisen dieser beiden Gruppen in Bezug auf die Einschätzung der Relevanz von akademischen Hebammenkompetenzen. Darüber hinaus wird das Erhebungsinstrument hinsichtlich der Fragebogenstruktur und der reliablen Erfassung der Kompetenzfacetten einer Hebamme geprüft. Die Ergebnisse zeigen Konsens hinsichtlich der Einschätzung der Relevanz akademischer Hebammenkompetenzen. Die Studienergebnisse können als Grundlage für weitere Hebammenkompetenzforschung dienen.
Machine Learning for Econometrics and Related Topics (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #508)
by Vladik Kreinovich Songsak Sriboonchitta Woraphon YamakaIn the last decades, machine learning techniques – especially techniques of deep learning – led to numerous successes in many application areas, including economics. The use of machine learning in economics is the main focus of this book; however, the book also describes the use of more traditional econometric techniques. Applications include practically all major sectors of economics: agriculture, health (including the impact of Covid-19), manufacturing, trade, transportation, etc. Several papers analyze the effect of age, education, and gender on economy – and, more generally, issues of fairness and discrimination.We hope that this volume will:help practitioners to become better knowledgeable of the state-of-the-art econometric techniques, especially techniques of machine learning,and help researchers to further develop these important research directions. We want to thank all the authors for their contributions and all anonymous referees for their thorough analysis and helpful comments.
Digital Human Modeling and Applications in Health, Safety, Ergonomics and Risk Management: 15th International Conference, DHM 2024, Held as Part of the 26th HCI International Conference, HCII 2024, Washington, DC, USA, June 29–July 4, 2024, Proceedings, Part III (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #14711)
by Vincent G. DuffyThis three-volume set LNCS 14709-14711 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 15th International Conference on Digital Human Modeling and Applications in Health, Safety, Ergonomics and Risk Management, DHM 2024, held as part of the 26th International Conference, HCI International 2024, in Washington, DC, USA, during June 29 – July 4, 2024. The total of 1271 papers and 309 posters included in the HCII 2024 proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 5108 submissions. DHM 2024 method focuses on: Part I: Digital Human Modeling for Design and Evaluation; User Experience and Assistive Technologies; User Experience, Communication, and Collaboration. Part II: Healthcare Design and Support; Technology in Mental Health and Wellbeing; Artificial Intelligence and Health Applications. Part III: Work, Safety, and Ergonomics; Ergonomics, Artificial Intelligence and Smart Technologies, Advanced Technologies for Training and Learning.
Modern Manuscripts and the Pre-History of Digital Humanities: Paper Processors (Material Modernisms)
by Alex ChristieWhile text processing is often associated with the digital humanities, it is still seen as worlds apart from literary modernism and its aesthetic preoccupations. This book upsets that narrative. Examining literary manuscripts from some of the twentieth century's best-known and lesser-known novelists, from Marcel Proust to Mina Loy, Alex Christie reveals where authors experimented with proto-digital writing methods by hand. Instead of looking to computers as sources of inspiration, the authors discussed turned to twentieth-century media for their ability to reveal new layers of the material world. From analog fantasies of contacting the dead to digital anxieties of invisible information, the aesthetic ambitions of these novels can be traced back to their author's interest in emerging media devices and their technical operation. To capture the magic of such devices through writing, these authors devised radical methods for generating literary text, anticipating today's digital humanities.
HCI in Mobility, Transport, and Automotive Systems: 6th International Conference, MobiTAS 2024, Held as Part of the 26th HCI International Conference, HCII 2024, Washington, DC, USA, June 29–July 4, 2024, Proceedings, Part I (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #14732)
by Heidi KrömkerThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 6th International Conference on HCI in Mobility, Transport, and Automotive Systems, MobiTAS 2024, held as part of the 26th HCI International Conference, HCII 2024, which took place in Washington, DC, USA, during June 29-July 4, 2024. The total of 1271 papers and 309 posters included in the HCII 2024 proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 5108 submissions. The MobiTAS 2024 proceedings were organized in the following topical sections: Part I: Driver behavior and safety; human factors in automated vehicles; Part II: Urban mobility and public transportation; user experience and inclusivity in MobiTAS.
Smart Trends in Computing and Communications: Proceedings of SmartCom 2024, Volume 3 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #947)
by Amit Joshi Tomonobu Senjyu Chakchai So–InThis book gathers high-quality papers presented at the Eighth International Conference on Smart Trends in Computing and Communications (SmartCom 2024), organized by Global Knowledge Research Foundation (GR Foundation) from 12 to 13 January 2024 in Pune, India. It covers the state-of-the-art and emerging topics in information, computer communications, and effective strategies for their use in engineering and managerial applications. It also explores and discusses the latest technological advances in, and future directions for, information and knowledge computing and its applications.
Recent Advances in Structural Health Monitoring and Engineering Structures: Select Proceedings of SHM&ES 2023 (Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering #460)
by Amir H. Gandomi Le Thanh Cuong Samir Khatir Laith AbualigahThis book presents the select proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Structural Health Monitoring & Engineering Structures (SHM&ES 2023). It covers the recent advances in the fields related to structural health monitoring, damage detection and assessment, non-destructive testing, inverse problems, optimization, artificial neural networks, and evaluation. This book is useful for researchers and professionals working in the field of health monitoring of engineering structures.
Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference of Nanotechnology for Environmental Protection and Clean Energy Production: ICNEP 2023, 9–10 October, Constantine, Algeria (Springer Proceedings in Materials #45)
by Smail Hamamda Abdelmalek Zahaf Yurii Sementsov Serhii Nedilko Kateryna IvanenkoThis proceedings book covers the latest research and advancements in nanotechnology for environmental protection and clean energy production. It encompasses a wide range of topics, including physical-chemical nanomaterials science, nanoscale physics, nanocomposites and nanomaterials applications, solids and structures, renewable energy, nanoparticles, and metallic and polymer materials. While focusing on scientific advancements, this book highlights the practical applications of nanotechnology in environmental protection and clean energy production. It bridges the gap between theory and real-world implementation, making it a valuable resource for researchers, students, and professionals seeking practical insights and solutions.
Futures Thinking and Organizational Policy, Volume 2: Case Studies for Managing Rapid Change in Social Media, Shift in Wealth and Government Instability
by Zane L. Berge Deborah A. SchreiberThe case studies in this Volume 2 book support the premise that organizational policies are what ensure institutionalization and sustainability of futures thinking in corporations, non-profits, and educational institutions. Futures thinking here reflects a systems approach utilized by organizational leaders to observe and interpret signals of change or disruption, identify trigger points of impact, employ foresight methodologies to build scenarios of the future and plan action, and then ultimately translate/actualize the most viable scenarios into successful business outcomes. What is new in the field of futures thinking today is not the general source of change (i.e., technology, globalization, and workforce well-being), but the tumultuous level of disruption occurring due to three phenomena—explosive use of social media, shift in great wealth, and government instability. Scholars and practitioners alike will find the case studies in this book provide nuanced insights into such disruptions, as well as discussion of best practices to ensure successful business solutions.
Information, Knowledge, and Technology for Teaching and Research in Africa: Data and Knowledge Management (Synthesis Lectures on Information Concepts, Retrieval, and Services)
by Dennis Ocholla Omwoyo Bosire Onyancha Aderonke Olaitan AdesinaThis book focuses on data and knowledge management for teaching and research in Africa. The importance of the information and knowledge society in current times is recognized and adopts a meta-analysis to demonstrate that modernization theory could be applied to economic development and rapid transformation of ISWEs in South Africa. The book argues that modernity and the information and knowledge society present the shift and transition from the traditional way of doing things through information and communication technologies (ICTs), which could bring about developing, progressing, and advancing developing communities, particularly Informal Sector Women Entrepreneurs (ISWEs). The book also has further shows how the modernization theory could be applied to the plight of ISWEs to assist them in leapfrogging from their situation and enjoying global business platforms. Various techniques and strategies for collaborative engagements among academics towards strengthening scholarly ties within institutions, and across borders, especially in Africa, are presented. This is a valuable source for understanding the contemporary issues in information and knowledge management/sharing and collaboration among university academics for undergraduates and postgraduate students in the library and information science profession. Tacit knowledge is also presented as an asset that boosts innovation and generates competitive advantage for organizations in all walks of life. Global research data management (RDM) literature is emphasized in higher education institutions (HIEs) and their libraries. The status of RDM services, as well as the competency requirements of employees responsible for providing RDM services and researchers, are addressed in the examined literature.
Smart Trends in Computing and Communications: Proceedings of SmartCom 2024, Volume 5 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #949)
by Amit Joshi Tomonobu Senjyu Chakchai So–InThis book gathers high-quality papers presented at the Eighth International Conference on Smart Trends in Computing and Communications (SmartCom 2024), organized by Global Knowledge Research Foundation (GR Foundation) from 12 to 13 January 2024 in Pune, India. It covers the state-of-the-art and emerging topics in information, computer communications, and effective strategies for their use in engineering and managerial applications. It also explores and discusses the latest technological advances in, and future directions for, information and knowledge computing and its applications.
Towards Resilient Social IoT Sensors and Networks: A Trust Management Approach (Smart Sensors, Measurement and Instrumentation #48)
by Quan Z. Sheng Adnan Mahmood Subhash SagarThis book, at first, explores the evolution of the IoT to SIoT and offers a comprehensive understanding of SIoT and trust management vis-à-vis SIoT. It subsequently envisages trust quantification models by employing key SIoT-specific trust features, including SIoT relationships (e.g., friendships, working relationships, and community-of-interest), direct observations, and indirect observations, to augment the idea of trust quantification of a SIoT object. Furthermore, diverse trust aggregation techniques, i.e., conventional weighted sum, machine learning, and artificial neural networks, are proposed so as to address the challenges of the trust aggregation. Finally, the book outlines the future research directions for emphasizing the importance of trustworthiness management in the evolving notion of the SIoT.
Dropped Object Prevention on Offshore Facilities and Installations: Guidance for Safety Professionals and Practitioners (Synthesis Lectures on Ocean Systems Engineering)
by Alexander Arnfinn OlsenThe prevention of dropped objects is an important component of safeguarding personnel, property and the maritime environment. This concise book has been developed to provide safety professionals and practitioners with specific guidance and criteria on the development, implementation and management of dropped object prevention programs which corresponds to a growing industry-wide development to mitigate and eliminate the hazards imposed by dropped objects. This book relates to the Class requirements for an onboard dropped object prevention program to be implemented on offshore assets, and provides the design requirements for equipment primary securing, secondary retention methods and securing for specific equipment, etc. This book is intended for use by offshore installation Owners, Operators, and Companies whose intention is to prepare for, and ultimately apply for optional Class notations highlighting the installation’s compliance with dropped object safety management. For the benefit of context, the book uses the provisions which relate specifically to the DOPP and DOPP+ notations.
Culture Wars, Universities, and the Political Unconscious
by Robert SamuelsThis book argues that whenever we are talking about cancel culture, identity politics, political correctness, antisemitism, conspiracy theories, or the alt-Right, we are dealing with a culture war, which often pits two sides against each other in a split world of good and evil. These political representations rely on a set of unconscious processes best understand through psychoanalysis. As this book argues, if you want to comprehend the rhetoric of the Right, the Left, conservatives, and centrists, it is necessary to see how these ideologies rely on unacknowledged defense mechanisms, fantasies, fears, and desires. In fact, if we do not employ psychoanalytic concepts to examine our political investments, we will be unable to get to the root causes driving these social productions. Each chapter of this book looks at a specific writer‘s or politician’s take on contemporary culture wars. One of the reoccurring themes concerns the way free speech has been weaponized by different ideological formations, and this battle over free expression is often centered on the role that universities play in balancing the demands among competing social interests. This book will not only clarify what universities should be, but it will also help us to move beyond our polarized political world.
Recent Advances in Composites Engineering and Research: Proceedings of 17th ISAMPE National Conference on Composites (INCCOM-17) (Springer Proceedings in Materials #39)
by Manoj Kumar Buragohain Mulakaluri Rama Manohara Babu Srinivas KuchipudiThis volume presents select proceedings of ISAMPE National Conference on Composites (INCCOM-17). The volume focuses on recent developments in the composite industry for manufacturing including aerospace, defense, civilian and automobile industries. The content include chapters on research topics such as design, analysis and simulation, processing and composite tooling, high temperature composites, carbon-carbon composites, ultra high temperature composites, nano and smart composites, structural health monitoring, material characterization, non-destructive evaluation of composite structures, damage tolerance in composites, composite process modelling and simulation, composite repair technology, AI in composites, additive manufacturing of composites, start-up ideas in composite technology and applications of composites. This volume will be of interest to researchers and professionals in the fields of materials and mechanical engineering.
The Future of Entrepreneurship in Southern Africa: Technological and Managerial Perspectives (Palgrave Studies in Technology and Innovation in Africa)
by Robert Ebo Hinson Patient RambeThis edited collection examines the impact of new technologies and new managerial and policy perspectives on entrepreneurial development in Southern Africa, paying particular attention to small and medium sized enterprises, which contribute significantly to GDP and employment, but often find it difficult to survive beyond the first five years. Chapters are divided in two parts, the first covering technological perspectives and the second managerial perspectives. Africa’s cultural and geographic diversity is taken into account, with authors from Ghana, Lesotho, South Africa and Zimbabwe providing regional case studies and the editors synthesising these discussions in a concluding chapter that touches on sustainability and development to working lives and livelihoods across the region. Exploring critical issues of entrepreneurial human capital development, innovation, technology, legislative frameworks and marketing strategies, this book will be of great interest to researchers, students and policymakers.
Quantum Dots Based Nanocomposites: Design, Fabrication and Emerging Applications (Engineering Materials)
by Sabu Thomas Poushali Das Sayan GangulyThis book covers the recent advancements in quantum research and nanotechnology. The chapters investigate the synthesis, design, and applications of quantum dots in nanocomposites, presenting a comprehensive exploration of their principles, manufacturing processes, and diverse applications in electronics, photonics, energy, medicine, and beyond. With a focus on both theoretical foundations and practical insights derived from recent research, the book delves into the distinctive quantum mechanical characteristics of quantum dots, diverse fabrication methods, and the various possibilities emerging from their combination with various matrices. This book offers a captivating blend of theoretical knowledge and practical observations.
HCI International 2024 Posters: 26th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2024, Washington, DC, USA, June 29 – July 4, 2024, Proceedings, Part II (Communications in Computer and Information Science #2115)
by Gavriel Salvendy Margherita Antona Constantine Stephanidis Stavroula NtoaThe seven-volume set CCIS 2114-2120 contains the extended abstracts of the posters presented during the 26th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2024, held in Washington, DC, USA, during June 29–July 4, 2024. The total of 1271 papers and 309 posters included in the HCII 2024 proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 5108 submissions. The posters presented in these seven volumes are organized in the following topical sections: Part I: HCI Design Theories, Methods, Tools and Case Studies; User Experience Evaluation Methods and Case Studies; Emotions in HCI; Human Robot Interaction. Part II: Inclusive Designs and Applications; Aging and Technology. Part III: eXtended Reality and the Metaverse; Interacting with Cultural Heritage, Art and Creativity. Part IV: HCI in Learning and Education; HCI in Games. Part V: HCI in Business and Marketing; HCI in Mobility and Automated Driving; HCI in Psychotherapy and Mental Health. Part VI: Interacting with the Web, Social Media and Digital Services; Interaction in the Museum; HCI in Healthcare. Part VII: AI Algorithms and Tools in HCI; Interacting with Large Language Models and Generative AI; Interacting in Intelligent Environments; HCI in Complex Industrial Environments.
Information, Knowledge, and Technology for Teaching and Research in Africa: Human Machine Interaction and User Interfaces (Synthesis Lectures on Information Concepts, Retrieval, and Services)
by Dennis Ocholla Omwoyo Bosire Onyancha Aderonke Olaitan AdesinaThis book focuses on human machine interaction and user interfaces for teaching and research in Africa. The importance of digital humanities (DH) is recognized by focusing on the theoretical and historical development of DH in the context of LIS education and how infrastructure influences DH programs/initiatives in respective LIS schools. These findings and recommendations provide valuable knowledge for developing the domain and establishing potential areas of collaboration in DH research and curriculum. The book explores and explicates what the Diffusion of Innovations theory is about as well as the characteristics of innovators. The Diffusion of Innovations theory is relevant to the LIS field, which has widely adopted numerous innovations to automate a wide range of administrative and technical processes, build databases and networks, and provide better services to library users. The diffusion and adoption of technology have become imperative for the efficient management ofmodern libraries and LIS as a field in general. Existing literature that is related to the adoption, use, and challenges facing the development of clinical informatics in teaching hospitals in developing countries is reviewed. It is also revealed that hospitals in developing countries should embrace the use of tools for effective healthcare delivery and that nursing informatics is very significant in nursing practice. In addition, the role of academic institutions and the use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) by librarians for information and knowledge (IKM) in such institutions in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is addressed. The book acknowledges the marginalization of indigenous knowledge and that there is a need for Africa to develop and accelerate strategies for enhancing indigenous knowledge for future generation and ICT is poised to play a crucial role.
The Sustainable Development of Port Group: Evaluation and Management
by Bo LuThis book primarily focuses on the coordinated development of port groups and the environment. It extensively reviews relevant literature and draw on existing theoretical research achievements to analyze the mechanisms and influencing factors behind the formation of green, ecological, or energy-saving ports. It employs attribution decomposition analysis and LMDI decomposition methods to identify driving forces and factors for low-carbon ports. Furthermore, with the goal of minimizing the comprehensive cost of low-carbon port investment and considering constraints such as the upper limit of low-carbon investment in ports, the book utilizes tools such as stochastic processes and optimization decision theory to establish an optimization model for carbon emission reduction investment in low-carbon ports, aiming to find the best investment solution. Throughout the process, the book employs a combination of quantitative and qualitative analysis methods and provides corresponding recommendations and suggestions from an industry and port perspective through comparative analysis and case studies.