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Operational Risk Modelling and Management (Chapman & Hall/CRC Finance Series)
by Claudio FranzettiTaking into account the standards of the Basel Accord, Operational Risk Modelling and Management presents a simulation model for generating the loss distribution of operational risk. It also examines a multitude of management issues that must be considered when adjusting the quantitative results of a comprehensive model.The book emphasizes techniqu
Biopsy Pathology in Colorectal Disease, 2Ed
by Ian Talbot Ashley Price Manuel Salto-TellezBiopsy Pathology in Colorectal Disease shows how the practising pathologist can extract the maximum of diagnostic value from biopsies of the colon, rectum and anus. With the advances in colonoscopic mucosal biopsy techniques these are amongst the most frequently encountered specimens in hospital histopathology departments. This new edition provides
Pleural Disease
by Demosthenes BourosUpdated to reflect the latest scientific advances and technologies in the diagnosis and treatment of pleural diseases, this new Second Edition explores the structure and function of these diseases and malignancies, from tuberculosis and asbestos to pleurisy and pneumothorax. Edited by leading international authorities in pulmonary medicine, this co
Access Device Fraud and Related Financial Crimes
by Jerry IannacciAccess Device Fraud and Related Financial Crimes offers front-line exposure. It is a reference text that affords the student, financial investigator or law enforcement professional a true insight into a wide spectrum of criminal activity involving financial crimes. This book brings the reader back to the scene of cases in which the intensity and ma
Angioplasty and Stenting of Carotid and Supra-aortic Trunks
by Michel Henry Dimitrios Kiskinis Takao Ohki Kyriakos Strigaris Antonio Polydorou Chief PatronAlthough carotid endarectomy (CEA) has long been considered the gold standard technique, recent studies report that short- and long-term results with carotid angioplasty and stenting(CAS) are comparable to those with CEA in a significant number of cases. Covering clinical assessment, techniques and devices, medical treatment, and more, Angioplasty
Progressive Technologies of Coal, Coalbed Methane, and Ores Mining
by Volodymyr Bondarenko Kostiantyn Ganushevych Iryna Kovalevs’kaPresenting new technologies in underground coal extraction, with special attention to mine galleries support and maintenance, load mechanism of "massif-support system-safety system" systems, analysis of face equipment for thin coal seams mining and substantiation of rational stoping parameters. Advanced surface mining technologies of coal and ore a
Compartment Syndromes: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Complications
by Jorma StyfWritten by an internationally recognized expert, this book provides a comprehensive text for physicians, nurses, and physiotherapists treating patients with acute and chronic compartment syndromes. Taking a mutlidisciplinary approach, the author delineates difficult material in a clear, concise manner that provides an easier understanding of this t
Acrylic Fiber Technology and Applications
by James C. MassonThis work examines the science and technology used in the manufacture of acrylic fibre for both mass-produced commodity products and premium products. It elucidates the chemistry and fibre production techniques of speciality acrylics such as flame-retardant, water-reversible bicomponent, producer dyed and others. Capacity figures for developing cou
Workforce Cross Training
by David A. NembhardIn today's ultra-competitive global business environment, it is becoming increasingly important for companies to reduce spending while simultaneously improving their efficiency and productivity. To achieve this goal, many organizations are opting to implement cross training programs in order to maximize the potential of their existing workforce, th
The Terms of the Sicilian's Marriage: Italy's Most Scandalous Virgin / The Terms Of The Sicilian's Marriage (The Sicilian Marriage Pact #2)
by Louise FullerA tycoon hungers for vengeance—but can he break the heart of his enemy’s innocent daughter?“You wanted to marry me, and you will.Only it will be on my terms . . . ”Vicenzu is surprised by Imma Buscetta, daughter of the rival who took everything from his family. His plan is to marry her for revenge, yet Imma’s beauty disarms this most nonchalant of tycoons. But he will reclaim what’s rightfully his.Innocent, stifled Imma throws caution to the wind with Vicenzu. But after just one earth-shattering encounter, she’s stunned when he proposes! Until she learns his motives . . .If Vicenzu seeks vengeance from their union, she wants freedom. So begins the most passionate of negotiations . . .
The Italian's Defiant Mistress (Mistress To A Millionaire Ser. #2674)
by India GreyA woman with a secret discovers irresistible passion when she becomes an Italian billionaire’s mistress in this international romance. World famous photographer Raphael di Lazro, heir to the Lazaro fashion house, is no stranger to rumors and speculation about his private life. But Eve Middlemiss suspects he’s hiding a dark secret—and she’s come to Florence to find the proof.Posing as a fashion journalist, Eve suddenly finds herself surrounded by glamour—and totally out of her depth. But then she realizes that the sexy and mysterious Raphael wants her! If becoming his mistress will help Eve expose the truth, she’ll fake the sophistication Raphael’s expecting. But that means being available to his every desire . . .
Untouched Queen by Royal Command (Claimed by a King #3)
by Kelly HunterA secret society throws a wrench in the works of a king’s search for a wife in this sexy contemporary romance by a USA Today bestseller.He must choose a queen . . .But will his desire outweigh his duty?King Augustus is shocked when his country delivers him a courtesan. The only way to set her free is to marry someone else! But Sera’s surprising innocence and undisguised yearning for him is temptation itself, pushing Augustus’s legendary self-control to the limits. Because Augustus knows that if he dares give in to his attraction, he won’t rest until Sera becomes his queen!Feel the heat in this tale of innocence and desire!
Changing Constantinou's Game: Tycoon's Temptation More Precious Than A Crown A Night In The Prince's Bed Changing Constantinou's Game
by Jennifer HaywardOne kiss couldn't hurt, could it? Alexios Constantinou is notorious for his lethal charm, so when the exquisite Isabel Peters is-literally-dropped into his lap during a hellish elevator ride, he doesn't waste the opportunity! With tensions sky-high after their near-death experience, an insatiable desire ignites between them, and all bets are off. But when Alex discovers that reporter Isabel's next story is him, he's furious...yet determined to use it to his advantage. He's calling the shots, but the closer Isabel gets, the closer she comes to discovering his carefully concealed secret. Now, with everything at stake, he'll need a whole new game plan....
Advanced Materials, Structures and Mechanical Engineering: Proceedings of the International Conference on Advanced Materials, Structures and Mechanical Engineering, Incheon, South Korea, May 29-31, 2015
by Mosbeh KaloopThe International Conference on Advanced Materials, Structures and Mechanical Engineering 2015 (ICAMSME 2015) was held on May 29-31, Incheon, South-Korea. The conference was attended by scientists, scholars, engineers and students from universities, research institutes and industries all around the world to present ongoing research activities. This
OMICS: Biomedical Perspectives and Applications
by Kenneth Blum Debmalya Barh Margaret Anne MadiganA reflection of the explosion of research and development in this field, OMICS: Biomedical Perspectives and Applications explores applications of omics in bioinformatics, cancer research and therapy, diabetes research, plant science, molecular biology, and neurosciences. A select editorial panel of experts discusses their cutting edge omics researc
Reinforced Concrete Structural Reliability
by Ph.D, Mohamed El-ReedyStructural engineers must focus on a structure's continued safety throughout its service life. Reinforced Concrete Structural Reliability covers the methods that enable engineers to keep structures reliable during all project phases, and presents a practical exploration of up-to-date techniques for predicting the lifetime of a structure. The book a
Wireless Ad Hoc Networking: Personal-Area, Local-Area, and the Sensory-Area Networks
by Shih-Lin Wu Yu-Chee TsengThe rapid progress of mobile, wireless communication and embedded micro-sensing MEMS technologies has brought about the rise of pervasive computing. Wireless local-area networks (WLANs) and wireless personal-area networks (WPANs) are now common tools for many people, and it is predicted that wearable sensor networks will greatly improve everyday li
A Decision Framework for Integrated Wetland-River Basin Management in a Tropical and Data Scarce Environment: UNESCO-IHE PhD Thesis (IHE Delft PhD Thesis Series)
by Mijail Eduardo HidalgoTraditionally, wetlands were considered separately from river basin systems. However, nowadays it is becoming common practice to follow an integrated approach in wetland-riverine watershed analysis and management. Such approach requires not only adequate representations of all relevant bio-physical parameters, but also of socio-political and econom
An Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics
by Pankaj JainAstronomy is the field of science devoted to the study of astronomical objects, such as stars, galaxies, and nebulae. Astronomers have gathered a wealth of knowledge about the universe through hundreds of years of painstaking observations. These observations are interpreted by the use of physical and chemical laws familiar to mankind. These interpr
Handbook of Colorectal Surgery
by David E. BeckCompletely revised and expanded to include technological advances, the second edition of this text illustrates key anatomical structures, examination procedures and surgical techniques for proper diagnosis, management and treatment of patients with colorectal disorders, providing extensive coverage of various methods in preoperative preparation and
Microengineering, MEMS, and Interfacing: A Practical Guide
by Danny BanksMEMS devices are finding increasingly widespread use in a variety of settings, from chemical and biological analysis to sensors and actuators in automotive applications. Along with this massive growth, the field is still experiencing growing pains as fabrication processes are refined and new applications are attempted. Anyone serious about entering
Rock Dynamics and Applications - State of the Art
by Jian Zhao Jianchun LiRock dynamics studies the response of rock materials and rock masses under dynamic loading conditions. In the last a couple of decades, the development of experimental and computational techniques has been able to capture the progress of fracturing in microsecond steps, allowing the exploration on how the fracture is initiated, propagated and branc
The Honors Class: Hilbert's Problems and Their Solvers
by Ben YandellThis eminently readable book focuses on the people of mathematics and draws the reader into their fascinating world. In a monumental address, given to the International Congress of Mathematicians in Paris in 1900, David Hilbert, perhaps the most respected mathematician of his time, developed a blueprint for mathematical research in the new century.
In Petrakis's Power: One Night Heir The Couple Who Fooled The World His Most Exquisite Conquest In Petrakis's Power
by Maggie CoxAn inconvenient arrangement...To safeguard her family's future, Natalie Carr must make a deal with the devil, Ludo Petrakis. She doesn't trust him, but the energy between them leaves her breathless and powerless. So Natalie agrees to his outlandish proposition: travel to Greece-as his fiancée!Natalie can see the cracks in Ludo's unshakable control as the lines between pretense and reality blur. In challenge to his terms, she longs to expose the shadows behind his eyes, and it's getting harder and harder to resist the smoldering tension between them....
Textbook of Medical Oncology
by Franco Cavalli James O. Armitage Heine H. Hansen Stan B. Kaye Martine J. Piccart-GebhartEffective care of the cancer patient increasingly involves systemic treatment, and as the range of available therapeutic agents continues to expand, the medical oncologist must be fully aware of the rationale for choosing specific drugs and combinations. Textbook of Medical Oncology, 4th edition, is written by a highly acclaimed list of internation