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The Myths of Regional Innovation: Sustainability Challenges and Responsible Innovation (Routledge Studies in Innovation, Organizations and Technology)
by Rider W. FoleyBillions of dollars, Euros, yen, and yuan in public funds are spent annually to promote innovation in metropolitan regions, attempting to transform the economy by attracting technology-based companies and supporting small startups to secure high-paying jobs. The impacts of those investments are typically assessed in terms of economic growth, venture capital, and jobs. Regional innovation is assessed with financial measures that do not account for the distribution of wealth, nor do they evaluate if innovation addresses broader sustainability concerns. This book draws on evidence from 144 interviews with civic leaders in three urban regions—Atlanta, Phoenix, and the Twin Cities—to illuminate three commonly accepted but flawed myths about innovation that misdirect policymakers and civic leaders and perpetuate the idea that innovation is solely about economic growth. This book offers evidence of the social networks, labor divisions, and conditions enabling innovation to dispel those three myths and propose more nuanced and realistic ways of thinking about regional innovation.This book is not an argument against innovation. Rather, it critically reflects upon investments in innovation and showcases laudable efforts to create a livable and sustainable city. The book offers a novel method to assess the processes and outcomes of innovation in a manner that can complement economic approaches. The author lays bare the human values that motivate city staff, corporate officers, and academic partners and highlights the efforts of organizations that often remain underappreciated. The evidence presented in this book puts forward a means to assess if (and how) innovation contributes to an equitable and sustainable future or if it perpetuates injustices and economic stratification.The Myths of Regional Innovation will appeal to scholars across broad fields, including innovation studies, technology management, entrepreneurship, economic development, and public policy.
Recent Advances in Energy Transitions Towards Sustainable Development: Select Proceedings of CHEMCON 2023 (Springer Proceedings in Materials #67)
by U. Kamachi Mudali Avijit Ghosh Vilas SapkalThis book presents the select proceedings of the 76th Indian Chemical Engineering Congress (CHEMCON–2023) which was focused on energy transitions towards sustainable development. It includes the latest developments in the energy science and engineering towards sustainable development. It also discusses the role of machine learning & IoT in chemical engineering. Various topics covered include chemical engineering, process engineering, biofuel and biosafety, advanced techniques for waste-to-wealth generation, bioinformatics for energy transition, green and renewable membranes and carbon capture sequestration and utilization, electrochemical energy, biodiesel and bioplastics toward low-carbon footprint and sustainable food packaging. The book will be a valuable reference for researchers and professionals interested in sustainable energy and allied fields.
Proceedings of Third International Conference on Intelligent System: ICIS 2024 (Algorithms for Intelligent Systems)
by João Manuel R. S. Tavares Souvik Pal Le Hoang Son Binh Thai Pham Nguyen Hoang LongThis book gathers selected high-quality research papers presented at the Third International Conference on Intelligent System (ICIS 2024), organized by University of Transport Technology, Hanoi, Vietnam, during 24–25 October 2024. It discusses high-quality and cutting-edge research in the areas of informatics, intelligent systems, and smart technologies and applications. The book is a collection of the latest research articles in intelligent control, artificial intelligence, neural networks, knowledge discovery, decision support systems, soft computing, data mining, and ontologies, machine learning, intelligent measurement, and other related fields.
Sustainable Supply Chain of Renewable Energy Networks (Energy Systems in Electrical Engineering)
by Amir H. Gandomi Iman Rahimi Miadreza Shafie-Khah Abdollah AhmadiThis book examines the sustainable supply chain of renewable energy networks, combining global perspectives with engineering optimization. As the world shifts toward eco-friendly energy sources, it brings together experts to share best practices in solar, wind, marine, and biomass energy. The book covers innovative methodologies, real-world case studies, and aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. It serves as a vital resource for researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders. Additionally, students and educators will find it valuable for courses on sustainable energy systems, environmental policy, and renewable energy technologies. Whether for research, policy development, or education, this book is essential for understanding the evolving landscape of sustainable energy.
Exploring your Further Education Teacher Identity: A CPD Toolkit
by Abbie CairnsOffering a new approach for further education (FE) and vocational educators, this practical guide provides the tools and techniques necessary to trace and map professional identities and consider how these evolve and recognise continuing professional development needs.Exploring the theoretical grounding and key tools in the form of Likert scales and networks of enterprises, this practical guide is packed full of useful tips and case studies that illustrate the practical applications of the tools and the benefits of using them. With key examples drawn from FE and vocational teachers working across the sector, this book is designed to provide insight and CPD guidance for anyone grappling with two or more professional identities. In a changing professional landscape where teachers are expected to fulfill multiple roles simultaneously, this book has the power to reshape how teachers reflect on their dual or multifaceted identities.Exploring your Further Education Teacher Identity is essential reading for vocational FE teachers and their managers, trainee teachers, and teacher educators who want to better understand their professional identities and feel more in control of where they position themselves.
Comics Beyond Text and Image: On the Substance of Visual Narration (Routledge Advances in Comics Studies)
by Benjamin FraserComics Beyond Text and Image conceptualizes comics as “bodies,” exploring the substance and the many movements and expressions of comics first and foremost in terms of corporeality.The book centers on the metaphor of the comics body as a way of opening up our understandings of what comics do. It begins from the position that narrative in comics is corporeal, expressed in and through the visual bodies into which the page can be divided analytically, and from the interaction of the human body with the comics body. Drawing on the philosophy of Baruch Spinoza, the author argues for the primary role of visual narration over textual narration, develops a theory of the comics text as a cohesive and variegated cartography, and shows how thought is expressed in the extensive space of the comics page. This theory is then applied in snapshots of individual comics works that each in their own way continue the philosophical discussions of embodiment.This book moves beyond traditional modes of narration or narrative and will appeal to students and scholars of comics studies, as well as to those thinking about visual narrative more broadly, and to scholars of Spinoza and Deleuze.
Evidentialism at 40: New Arguments, New Angles (Routledge Studies in Epistemology)
by Matthias Steup Kevin McCain Scott StaplefordThis volume presents state-of-the-art research on issues related to evidentialism. It demonstrates the continuing relevance of evidentialist epistemology by bringing it into direct confrontation with some of its latest non-evidentialist rivals and by proposing new areas for exploration and development.Conee and Feldman’s landmark paper “Evidentialism” (1985) served as a launching point for an enormous research program in epistemology. Many epistemologists define their points of view at least partly in terms of how they relate to evidentialism. The chapters in this volume address important questions related to evidentialism, including: How should ‘evidentialism’ be defined? When does evidence suffice for belief? What does properly or appropriately responding to one’s evidence involve? Does evidentialism capture all cases of epistemically justified believing? Is there any kind of epistemic normativity that falls outside the purview of evidentialist epistemology? Are core evidentialist theses compatible with certain forms of externalism? Do classical evidentialist theses successfully preclude pragmatism? Do moral considerations ever get a say in what it is rational to believe? What (more) should evidentialists say about suspending judgment? What is the connection between evidence and logical inference? What should evidentialists say about extended memory? Does public evidence matter to epistemic justification? The range of fresh ideas in this cutting-edge volume, marking the 40th anniversary of “Evidentialism”, will appeal to scholars and graduate students working on evidentialism, evidence, the nature of justification, evidential support, and related topics in epistemology.
From Nationalism to Fascist Europeanism: Italy, the Francophone World, and the Empire Myth (Routledge Studies in Fascism and the Far Right)
by Emanuel RotaThis book traces the intellectual history of fascist Europeanism, examining how Italian and Francophone fascist thinkers envisioned European unity as a means of consolidating power, overcoming nationalist divisions, and resisting external threats rather than promoting peace or democracy.Readers will discover how fascist thinkers—from Mussolini and Drieu La Rochelle to Evola, Thiriart, and Romualdi—reimagined European unity as a radical alternative to liberal democracy, driven by visions of power, hierarchy, and racial identity. By exploring pivotal debates on nationalism, modernity, and empire, this book reveals the hidden ideological struggles within fascist Europeanism and their enduring legacy in today’s far-right movements. Richly grounded in historical analysis and original sources, it provides a provocative new perspective on European integration as an ongoing political battleground.This book is intended for scholars, researchers, and students of modern European history, fascism, and political ideologies. It will also be of interest to those studying contemporary far-right movements and the historical roots of European integration.
Employment, Training and Lifelong Learning: Comparative Perspectives (Routledge Research in Employment Relations)
by Lourdes Mella Méndez Silvia Fernández Martínez Bárbara Torres GarcíaThis book offers a timely exploration of the continuous training of individuals, a subject crucial to both business competitiveness and societal progress in today’s rapidly changing world. Addressing the digital and climate revolutions, it examines how lifelong learning helps workers adapt their skills to meet evolving demands while supporting active ageing for all citizens, even in retirement.Divided into three sections, the book features studies that combine theoretical insights and practical recommendations from renowned experts in education and law. The book stands out for its international scope, with chapters covering diverse national perspectives from countries such as the United Kingdom, the United States, Japan and various European nations. It uniquely integrates both education and legal perspectives, providing a comprehensive analysis that addresses gaps in existing literature. Readers will benefit from clear, accessible language, proposals for key stakeholders (e.g., policymakers, social partners), and coverage of pressing issues like vocational training for immigrants, legal frameworks for non-formal learning and the impact of digital transitions on workforce development.This book is an essential resource for academics, researchers, advanced students, legal professionals, educators, policymakers, trade unions, and employer associations. It offers valuable insights for anyone involved in Labour Law, social security, vocational training or workforce development on a global scale.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy with Gifted Adults: A Guide to Personality, Diagnostics, and the Therapeutic Relationship
by Adriaan SpreyThis book presents a cognitive behavior approach to therapy with gifted adults, providing insight into and offering practical tools for diagnosing and working with the often unseen and unrecognized problems of these clients.The book starts with a systematic outline of practical screening for giftedness and diagnosis of specific personality traits, discussing the common traits of giftedness along with the visible and invisible strengths and downsides of the diagnosis. It then offers a practical cognitive behavioral model for working with clients to understand and improve self-image, high sensitivity, creative stagnation, and interactional problems. Readers will learn how to create a case conceptualization, functional analysis, and treatment plan, as well as how to adapt goals and techniques for and with one’s client. Specific attention is given to potential pitfalls and dysfunctions in the therapeutic relationship, and tools are provided to help the therapist specifically analyze and manage these. Practical case studies illustrate the methodology and provide further clarity for the reader.The book will help any psychotherapist and mental-health-care professional to better support, work with and help gifted adults in their professional practice.
Music and the Performing Arts in the Anthropocene: Nature, Materialities and Ecological Transformation (Routledge Explorations in Environmental Studies)
by François Ribac Isabelle Moindrot Nicolas DoninMusic and the Performing Arts in the Anthropocene offers a series of thought-provoking chapters about music and the performing arts viewed from current Anthropocene-aware perspectives. From the use of gas, water and air in 19th-century stage practices to the ecology of musical instruments and sound reproduction technologies, waste and carbon print in experimental music and theatrical production, knowledge of precariousness and empowerment through music in a changing world, each chapter aims at highlighting an issue that has always been here but never looked at thoroughly, due to the divides and hierarchies of the modern cosmogony.Gathering 16 scholars from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds (history of literature, opera and theatre studies, musicology, sound studies, sociology, information science, etc.), this volume reflects on the relationships between the performing arts, music and environmental issues. It also explores a number of tools for changes and sketches how we will understand the arts, their history and their future beyond ecocriticism.This book will be of great interest to students and scholars in the humanities and social sciences, as well as a broader readership involved in art and environment policies.
Guide to Reporting Verbs: Citing Sources in Academic Writing
by Jacob D. Rawlins Grant Eckstein Elizabeth HanksGuide to Reporting Verbs is an accessible guide to citing sources in academic writing across the disciplines. The way writers introduce previous literature is essential to authorial voice. Specifically, the effective use of reporting verbs can highlight important details about the cited work while allowing writers to present themselves as experts in their field. This reference guide lists the most common reporting verbs across various disciplines in the hard and soft sciences and provides important information about how they can be used in academic writing.The book: lists prevalent reporting verbs across six disciplines: applied linguistics, biology, history, philosophy, political science, and physics provides information on authorial voice for each reporting verb highlights effective use of each reporting verb through inclusion of a definition, the lemma along with a few members of the word family, stance act(s), common contextual environments, example sentences from academic sources, the verb’s frequency in academic writing (based on two corpora, or databases), and the verb’s relative frequencies across disciplines offers practical tasks and exercises for students as online support material Organized so that readers can use the guide as either a quick reference or a study aide, this resource will empower students to use appropriate, discipline-specific reporting verbs in their academic writing.
Transport Economics: An Institutional, Policy, and Human Factors Approach
by Cameron Elliott GordonThis book takes an interdisciplinary, institutional, and historically informed approach to the economics of transport, providing a more nuanced and complete understanding of human transport choices, individually and collectively, and the related choice of location, including the formation of cities.The first principles of standard economic theory – referred to here as the core model – are systematically analysed, with a particular focus on the strengths and weaknesses of the simplifying assumptions used. The economic dynamics of modern transport systems are explored in light of theory and practice, covering such topics as the role of incentives, technological change and economic growth, and the enabling role that transport plays in productivity. Many historical and present-day examples are provided to explore the real-world nuance and subtlety that crops up repeatedly in transport activity, using additional disciplinary lenses such as planning, engineering, psychology, and sociology. Overall, the book examines the implications of the unique particularities of human beings, including the quirks of their psychologies and physical bodies, for transport planning, development, and implementation. A focus is kept on the “real world” policy complications that arise so frequently in the transport arena.The book, while aimed at university students, will also appeal with its holistic, thoughtful approach to researchers interested in transport, urban planning, and its effective delivery. Policy-makers and practitioners seeking a broad overview of the field beyond their specialisations will also enjoy this book.
Exploring Film through Bad Cinema (Routledge Advances in Film Studies)
by David C. WallExploring Film through Bad Cinema offers an overview of the practice of film analysis through a specific focus on the concept of “bad” cinema within a series of broad cultural and historical contexts.Providing a wide-ranging discussion of film from multiple perspectives, including history, aesthetics, and criticism, this broad theoretical engagement illustrates the ways in which the registers of value that we apply to film are inseparable from the wider discourses of taste that shape our culture. While loosely chronological, it is largely thematic in arrangement as it applies the traditional methods of film studies to in-depth discussions of some of the most notoriously (and compellingly) bad films in cinema history. Situating its analysis of a wide variety of films and filmmakers in terms of period, genre, and issues such as the emergence of narrative cinema, canon formation, and the politics of cultural hierarchy, it provides an in-depth consideration of the multiple and complex social and aesthetic discourses that shape our qualitative assessments of film.Designed for both the lay reader and student of film, Exploring Film through Bad Cinema engages with a wide range of topics from film history and film theory to postmodernism, exploitation, and cult cinema. This theoretically and historically sophisticated analysis will appeal to researchers and scholars in film studies as well as cognate disciplines such as screen studies, visual studies, and cultural studies.
Autodesk Civil 3D 2026 from Start to Finish: Learn dynamic, automation-led workflows and intelligent tools for modern civil infrastructure designs
by Stephen Walz Tony SabatDesign civil infrastructure faster and boost collaboration with Autodesk Civil 3D 2026's new autonomous workflows that optimize delivery as an individual, team, or organization. Bonus 1: Access chapter-by-chapter video tutorials on YouTube—follow along visually with every topic covered in the book. Bonus 2: Download exercise files to practice each concept with real-world projects and reinforce your hands-on learning.Key FeaturesMaster the latest features and interface updates in Civil 3D 2026 to streamline modern infrastructure workflowsScale your workflows to larger teams and bigger projects while maximizing efficiencyLearn how to work with enhanced modeling, corridor targeting, and pressure toolsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionWith engineering projects getting bigger, deadlines getting tighter, and greater demands for precision, you need tools that do more and work smarter. Autodesk Civil 3D 2026 rises to the challenge, delivering powerful new capabilities for high-precision design modeling and streamlined collaboration. In this second edition, Stephen Walz and Tony Sabat, leaders in digital design and innovation in civil infrastructure, walk you through Civil 3D’s cutting-edge features, such as pressure layout improvements, dynamic corridor targeting, and performance enhancements for surface modeling and grading. It’s not just about learning new features; you’ll be able to integrate these new toolsets into real-world workflows, develop standards, and collaborate effectively within distributed teams. From surface development and intelligent utility design to smart document creation, this book explores practical and automated applications of tools and modeling techniques that you’ll use every day. Whether you work independently or are part of a large design team, you’ll walk away knowing how to configure, manage, and deliver projects with Civil 3D 2026 while improving your entire project pipeline.What you will learnCreate and manage surfaces, alignments, and profilesImport and organize survey data for accurate base mapsDesign roadways, parcels, and utility networksStreamline design with Model Viewer, Dynamo, and Targeted Data ReferencesEliminate redundancy using intelligent, dynamic Civil 3D objectsOptimize 3D modeling to improve design decisions and outcomesAutomate sheet creation for profiles and sectionsModel advanced corridor features such as intersections and railsWho this book is forThis book is for civil engineers, environmental engineers, civil designers, civil technicians, and professionals working with Civil 3D or InfraWorks who want to maximize Civil 3D’s potential in their everyday design work. To get the most out of this guide, you'll need a basic understanding of civil engineering and surveying workflows, along with foundational knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD. General familiarity with surveying practices, civil/environmental engineering practices, and AutoCAD drafting is assumed.
Land of Famished Beings: West Papuan Theories of Hunger
by Sophie ChaoIn Land of Famished Beings, Sophie Chao examines how Indigenous Marind communities understand and theorize hunger in lowland West Papua, a place where industrial plantation expansion and settler-colonial violence are radically reconfiguring ecologies, socialities, and identities. Instead of seeing hunger as an individual, biophysical state defined purely in nutritional, quantitative, or human terms, Chao investigates how hunger traverses variably situated humans, animals, plants, institutions, infrastructures, spirits, and sorcerers. When approached through the lens of Indigenous Marind philosophies, practices, and protocols, hunger reveals itself to be a multiple, more-than-human, and morally imbued modality of being—one whose effects are no less culturally crafted or contested than food and eating. In centering Indigenous feminist theories of hunger, Chao offers new ways of thinking about the relationship between the environment, food, and nourishment in an age of self-consuming capitalist growth. She also considers how Indigenous theories invite anthropologists to reimagine the ethics and politics of ethnographic writing and the responsibilities, hesitations, and compromises that shape anthropological commitments in and beyond the field.
The Dark Hours of the Night
by Salma .Rabia is growing up in a conservative family in Tamil Nadu. She is subject to all the restrictions that young girls in conservative families experience, and looking forward, with some nervous excitement, to all the changes that puberty may bring to her life. She does what all teens do—sneaks off to see a movie with friends, plays till the cows come home, and shares everything with her best friend, Mathina. Except the news of her Firdaus Chitti&’s failed marriage. But the family is already gearing up for another wedding. Rabia doesn&’t like the man chosen for Wahida Akka, though she dares not say a word. When people talk to her about one of the boys, Ahmad, as her chosen one, she is overcome by confusion. Does this mean she&’ll have to confine herself to her home now? Amid all this, a family secret is unearthed, threatening to undo them all. Will Rabia be able to complete her education? Will the joint family survive the pressures of the world? Will patriarchy be unyielding even when men going out of town and country change their lifestyles and partners with ease? In this masterful translation of Salma&’s first novel, Irandaam Jaamangalin Kathai (2004) the author weaves together the story of Rabia, her friends, and her cousin, Wahida, in a world dominated by men, fighting their rebellions, making compromises, finding friendships and love, and living with the dull ache of desire.
Physical-Layer Security, Quantum Key Distribution, and Post-Quantum Cryptography
by Ivan B. DjordjevicThis book introduces the reader to the most advanced topics of physical-layer security (PLS), cryptography, covert/stealth communications, and quantum key distribution (QKD), also known as the quantum cryptography, and post-quantum cryptography (PQC). So far, these topics have been considered as separate disciplines, even though they are targeting the same security problems we are facing today. The book integrates modern cryptography, physical-layer security, QKD, covert communication, PQC, and cyber security technologies. The book is intended for a very diverse group of readers in communications engineering, optical engineering, wireless communications, free-space optical communications, optical wireless communications, mathematics, physics, communication theory, information theory, photonics, as well as computer science.
Omics Approaches in Biofilm Research: Perspectives and Applications
by Ram Prasad Siddhardha Busi Subhaswaraj PattnaikThe increased incidence of microorganisms' selective pressure to traditional antibiotics has led to the emergence of multi-drug resistance (MDR) phenomena and has become a global health issue with a catastrophic influence on millions of lives, as well as the global economy. The inherent tendency of pathogenic microorganisms to infer MDR could be attributed to their ability to form recalcitrant biofilm matrices. The biofilm matrix not only advocates chronic nosocomial infections, but also critically provides protection against environmental stress including antibiotic therapies. Biofilm-mediated MDR has posed a serious challenge to human well-being. Henceforth, it is important to understand the pathophysiology of biofilms and the concomitant development of diagnostic & therapeutic modalities to counteract biofilm-mediated chronic infections.The lack of understanding on biofilm biology has a critical negative influence on diagnostic and therapeutic efforts. Therefore, it is imperative to discover the right course of action to understand biofilm mechanics. The advent of Omics-based approaches has provided a holistic realization to understand biofilm ecology with special reference to the pathophysiological interactions of antibiotic-resistant genes, protein-protein interactions, and response-based interactions with therapeutic agents upon infection. The inherent ability of several Omics-based approaches has provided a comprehensive understanding of biofilm dynamics at various levels of organization such as genes, mRNA, proteins, and their regulation. Omics-based tools such as metagenomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, etc. have provided a new horizon to understand and tackle the biofilm-mediated antibiotic resistance. The integrated approach to consider multi-Omics tools (e.g. genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, lipidomics, metabolomics, etc.) has further improved our understanding of the mechanisms associated with biofilm resistome profile. The applications of transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics profiles of biofilm matrices could provide new dimensions in relation to the characteristic properties of different ARGs, their relative expression profiles, and their metabolic intervention in biofilm mechanics. Also, advanced integrated Phenomics, Lipidomics, and Culturomics approaches could provide novel avenues to understand the diverse range of biofilm phenotypes, their macromolecular reorganization profiles, and molecular tools for identification of microbial species in the complex biofilm microenvironment. Based on the advancement in omics-based tools, &“Omics Approaches in Biofilm Research: Perspectives and Applications&” integrates the current knowledge of biofilm microenvironment and innovative strategies to address biofilm mediated drug resistance. This work provides a comprehensive platform to enhance our knowledge, diagnosis and strategies to mitigate biofilms and associated diseases.
Computational Methods for Blade Icing Detection of Wind Turbines (Engineering Applications of Computational Methods #24)
by Xiufeng Liu Shengyong Chen Xu Cheng Fan ShiThis book thoroughly explores the realm of data-driven blade-icing detection for wind turbines, focusing on multivariate time series classification to enhance the reliability and efficiency of wind energy utilization. The widespread prevalence of sensor technology in wind turbines, coupled with substantial data collection, has paved the way for advanced data-driven methodologies, which do not require extensive domain knowledge or additional mechanical tools. The interdisciplinary appeal of this study has drawn attention from experts in fields like computer science, mechanical engineering, and renewable energy systems. Adopting a comprehensive approach, the book lays down a foundational framework for blade-icing detection, stressing the critical role of sensor data integration and the profound impact of machine learning techniques in refining the detection processes. The book is designed for undergraduate and graduate students keen on renewable energy technologies, researchers delving into machine learning applications in energy systems, and engineers focusing on sustainable solutions for enhancing wind turbine performance.
The Geopolitics of Hydrogen: Volume 2: Major Economies and Their Strategies (Studies in Energy, Resource and Environmental Economics)
by Rainer Quitzow Yana ZabanovaThis open access book offers a comprehensive analysis of hydrogen strategies in major economies, exploring their domestic and international dimensions while highlighting the significance of bilateral and multilateral engagements. The authors contextualize these strategies within the geopolitical landscape, examining how governments shape the emerging hydrogen economy and the underlying interests that drive these policies. Each country chapter provides an in-depth review of hydrogen policy, encompassing both domestic and international aspects. The book delves into important stakeholder interests at the national level and considers the broader energy and foreign policy legacies that influence the evolving policy landscape. By examining these factors, readers gain a nuanced understanding of the multifaceted dynamics surrounding hydrogen initiatives. The framing chapter establishes the pivotal role of government policy in shaping the emerging hydrogen economy, providing a framework for analysis that guides the subsequent chapters. It sets the stage for comprehending the complexities and interdependencies inherent in hydrogen strategies. The final chapter serves as a synthesis, bringing together the key findings and connecting them with the broader geopolitical context of the hydrogen sector. This chapter provides valuable insights that deepen our understanding of how these strategies fit into the global landscape and their implications on international relations. This book is a vital resource for policymakers, researchers, and industry professionals seeking an in-depth exploration of hydrogen strategies. By shedding light on both domestic and international dimensions, and by examining the geopolitical factors at play, it offers a comprehensive perspective on the current and future state of the hydrogen economy.
Innate Immunity: Pattern Recognition and Effector Mechanisms (Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology #1476)
by Uday Kishore Andrew J. T GeorgeThis contributed volume follows up and expands upon Target Pattern Recognition in Innate Immunity (2009), providing a much-needed update on an area that has surged to the forefront of medical research in recent years. From the initial idea of pattern recognition on microbial surfaces, innate immunity is now recognized as a key player in human health and disease, by virtue of its ability to regulate adaptive immune responses with important physiological and pathological consequences. This book presents cutting edge research and future perspectives on nearly all aspects of innate immunity. Coverage includes cells of the innate immune system, pattern recognition receptors and effector mechanisms, soluble PRRs and humoral factors, immune response to viral, bacterial, fungal, and parasitic pathogens, disease mechanisms, and comparative studies in non-mammalian innate immunity. It is an excellent introduction to the field for students, and state of the art reference for researchers and professionals.
Sustainable Fuels Production (Synthesis Lectures on Renewable Energy Technologies)
by Mohammad Yaseen MirThe ongoing energy transition emphasizes the advancement of zero-carbon fuels and low-carbon fuels, including biofuels and alcohol-based fuels, to achieve energy and environmental sustainability. However, it is crucial to assess the emissions and potential environmental impacts associated with these alternative energy sources. This book explores the role of sustainable fuels in reducing environmental pollution, with particular focus on second and third generation biofuels. It describes advances in sustainable fuel production technologies, examines the challenges posed by pollutants generated during their use, and presents strategies for managing these issues. Additionally, it discusses the importance of proper system operation and maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Formation Control and Safety Guarantee (Cognitive Intelligence and Robotics)
by Haibin Duan Maolong Lv Boyang Zhang Yuyuan Shi Chuhan ZhouThis book focuses on the practical challenges in the process of UAV cooperative control from three aspects: the first to satisfy the task requirement of convergence time for multi-UAV system, the second to fit the actual capability of transmission, computation and communication for multi-UAV system, the third to ensure safety in the presence of strong disturbances and DoS attack for multi-UAV system. In addition, this book presents the cooperative control design from inner-loop velocity and attitude tracking to outer-loop position motions of multiple UAVs. It offers readers with deep understanding and insights on reliability, adaptability and safety of multi-UAV system and the corresponding control designs. The advanced cooperative control methods presented in this book can provide guidelines for engineers to improve the reliability, adaptability and safety of aerospace engineering systems and some other related fields. This book is suitable for scientists and researchers, aerospace engineers, control engineers, lecturers and teachers, postgraduates, undergraduates in the system and control community, especially those engaged in the field of UAV cooperation and multi-agent systems.
The Archaeology of Connectivity and Complementarity Reflected Through Salt, Cod, and Sugar (Contributions To Global Historical Archaeology)
by Gaëlle Dieulefet Catherine LosierThis volume examines the constitutive importance of salt, cod and sugar for trade networks, and the associated circulation and mobility of commodities and individuals, which connected the far-flung territories of the Atlantic World from the 16th century onwards. While these goods are traditionally associated with distinct regions of the Atlantic World, each with their own, diverse historical and social context, this volume presents them as a triptych through which to view the transnational impact they had. Topics range across the Atlantic from the importance of Caribbean and European saltpans for the processing of cod, the impact of codfish on Caribbean, South American and African foodways, and in return the uses of sugar and its by-products for provisioning trading ships and fishing fleets. The contributions collected in this volume therefore explore the nexus of entanglements between these commodities and the people who produced, transported, and used them. In discussing the global and interrelated impact of salt, cod, and sugar on local contexts, this book also encourages an equally transnational methodology on archaeological work in the same regions. This book is of interest to scholars working in historical archaeology, maritime archaeology, and trans-Atlantic archaeology.