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Intelligent Automation in Digital Transformation Strategy: Building IA Programs in the Agentic AI Era
by Jonathan HardyHarness the full potential of Intelligent Automation (IA) to transform your businesses, stay competitive, and navigate the complexities of today&’s digital landscape. This book is a comprehensive guide for business leaders, executives, and automation professionals, exploring how Intelligent Automation (IA) has evolved from traditional Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to become a powerful catalyst in Digital Transformation. Begin with the fundamentals of IA and its progression from simple, rule-based RPA to advanced IA, incorporating AI-driven technologies like Machine Learning, Generative AI, and Agentic AI. These emerging technologies empower organizations to tackle more complex processes, enabling intelligent decision-making and enhanced customer interactions prompting the necessity for robust governance and alignment with broader business objectives, which is a primary focus of this book. To combat that, you&’ll review actionable frameworks and governance models designed to support the development and sustainability of IA programs at scale. The book provides a structured roadmap to establish an IA Center of Excellence (CoE), ensuring that automation efforts align with the organization&’s Digital Transformation goals. By integrating governance processes, risk management, and best practices, you&’ll be able to build IA initiatives that are resilient, compliant, and strategically impactful. Intelligent Automation for Digital Transformation demystifies the journey to becoming a digitally native organization. Who This Book is For Leaders responsible for shaping their organization&’s long-term strategy, digital innovation, and business process efficiency agenda. Executives in the financial services, healthcare, and other highly regulated industries where a risk management mindset and proper governance framework is key. Consultants and advisors within the business transformation and automation space who are ena-bling companies in their journey to become digitally native.
Intelligent Systems and Applications: Proceedings of the 2025 Intelligent Systems Conference (IntelliSys) Volume 4 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1554)
by Kohei AraiThe 11th Intelligent Systems Conference (IntelliSys) 2025, held in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, from 28–29 August 2025, brought together researchers, practitioners, and experts from around the world to share advancements in intelligent technologies. Conducted in a hybrid format, the conference facilitated global collaboration and participation.This volume presents a curated selection of 169 peer-reviewed papers from a total of 470 submissions, covering key areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Robotics, and Intelligent Systems. The contributions reflect the latest research trends, practical applications, and emerging challenges in these domains.We hope that these proceedings serve as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and students, and that they inspire future work and collaborations in the field of intelligent systems.
Proceedings of the 6th Global Summit of the Global Alliance of Disaster Research Institutes: Towards GADRI Objectives of Achieving a Sustainable Disaster-Resilient World (Disaster and Risk Research: GADRI Book Series)
by Hirokazu Tatano Paul Kovacs Wilma JamesThis book contains the proceedings of the 6th Global Summit of the Global Alliance of Disaster Research Institutes (GADRI) with the sub-theme of &“Towards GADRI Objectives of Achieving a Sustainable Disaster-Resilient World&”. The conference was held at the Disaster Prevention Research Institute (DPRI), Kyoto University, Uji Campus, Kyoto, Japan, 15–17 March 2023. The prolonged worldwide coronavirus pandemic and cascading risks have taught us that the conventional approach to disaster risk planning and management is ineffective for the development of sustainable and resilient communities. A worldwide pandemic underscores the importance of the following key points: i) Disaster risk should not be treated in isolation but should be integrated with health risks, climate change, and environmental risks ii) Objectives and a vision of disaster risk reduction (DRR) should be integrated with sustainable development goals to foster a resilient world iii) Short-term DRR objectives need to be integrated with a long-term vision and plans for a resilient society The conference discussions focused on how we could move towards a sustainable and resilient society by integrating the above three aspects in GADRI research and development. There were two panel group discussion sessions. The first session explored how GADRI objectives could contribute to achieving a sustainable and resilient society against disasters using the now-launched committees. The second session took these themes further to discuss new challenges for action by GADRI, based on the following themes: - Big Science for DRR: Large-Scale Experiments - Sustainable DRR: Integrating Climate Action, SDGs, Field DRR Experience Sharing – New Challenges for Action by GADRI - Gender and Inclusivity in DRR Policy and Practice - Putting Health into Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Recovery - Young Scientists Session on Youth DRR – Role of Youth and Young Professionals in Data Knowledge Sharing in Disaster Risk Management The conference presentations focused on progress, strategies and challenges, discussing how best to play an important role collectively as GADRI to influence the decision-making process for DRR across the board.
XXIX Brazilian Congress on Biomedical Engineering - Volume 1: Proceedings of CBEB 2024, September 2-6, 2024, Ribeirão Preto-SP, Brazil (IFMBE Proceedings #125)
by Alcimar Barbosa Soares Renata Ferranti Leoni George Cunha CardosoThis book reports on the latest research and developments in Biomedical Engineering, with a special emphasis on topics of interest and findings achieved in Latin America. This first volume of a 3-volume set covers: cutting edge assistive technologies and rehabilitation, advances in biomedical robotics, biomechanics and neuroengineering, as well as topics in biomedical signal processing, biosensors, and medical instrumentation alike. Throughout the book, a special emphasis is given to low-cost technologies and to their development for and applications in clinical settings. Based on the XXIX Brazilian Congress on Biomedical Engineering (CBEB 2024), held on September 2-6, 2024, Ribeirão Preto-SP, Brazil, this book provides researchers and professionals in the biomedical engineering field with extensive information on new technologies and current challenges for their clinical applications.
Music, Music Therapy and Refugees: Aspects of Trauma
by Sami AlanneThis book is the first of its kind dealing with music, therapy, and traumas for music therapists, psychotherapists, and other mental health workers working with refugees, asylum seekers and their families. It follows the music therapy literature by studying music and traumas from the psychodynamic principles and can be used for the educational purposes of treating, especially from different cultural backgrounds. In addition to the clinical and educational purposes, this book can also be used as a reference book for researchers of music therapy and its methods for refugees. This book is contributing to the most recent psychological, social, and philosophical discussions and aspects of liberating musical practices from oppression and discrimination. Cultural attuning and dialoguing are proposed as the methods for building ethically sound practices with clients from different social and normative backgrounds.
Das befragte Gedächtnis: Die Methodik sozialwissenschaftlicher Befragung im Lichte neurokognitiver Erkenntnisse
by Reinhard Bachleitner Martin WeichboldDas Gedächtnis und der Prozess des Erinnerns – zwei zentrale Elemente in sozialwissenschaftlichen Befragungsverfahren – sind selten thematisierte Grundlagen in der sonst breit diskutierten Befragungsmethodologie. Dieser Sammelband versucht hier Hinweise zu deren Bedeutung zu geben. Neben den grundsätzlichen Aspekten wie Einspeicherung und Abruf von Informationen, die verschiedenen endogen und exogenen Einflüssen ausgesetzt sind, werden erste empirische Studien zu einer gedächtnisbezogenen Perspektive bei Befragungen vorgestellt.
Machine Learning Technologies on Energy Economics and Finance: Energy and Sustainable Analytics, Volume 2 (International Series in Operations Research & Management Science #368)
by Mohammad Zoynul Abedin Wang YongThis book explores the latest innovations in energy economics and finance, with a particular focus on the role of machine learning algorithms in advancing the energy sector. It examines key factors shaping this field, including market structures, regulatory frameworks, environmental impacts, and the dynamics of the global energy market. It discusses the critical application of machine learning (ML) in energy financing, introducing predictive tools for forecasting energy prices across various sectors—such as crude oil, electricity, fuelwood, solar, and natural gas. It also addresses how ML can predict investor behavior and assess the efficiency of energy markets, with a focus on both the opportunities and challenges in renewable energy and energy finance. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for academics, practitioners, financial managers, stakeholders, government officials, and policymakers who seek strategies to enhance energy systems, reduce costs and uncertainties, and optimize revenue for economic growth. This is the second volume of a two-volume set.
Die Rechtsform der Europäischen Aktiengesellschaft (SE): Eine empirische Analyse zu den rechtlichen und ökonomischen Einflussgrößen
by Sven-Michael LausbergDie Einführung der Europäischen Aktiengesellschaft (SE) durch den europäischen Gesetzgeber im Jahr 2001 führte zu einer starken Gründungs- und Umwandlungswelle im europäischen Wirtschaftsraum, vor allem in Deutschland. Auffällig dabei ist, dass von den derzeit rund 790 in Europa tätigen SE-Unternehmen mehr als die Hälfte ihren Sitz in Deutschland haben. Zu diesem Zweck untersucht der Autor sowohl rechtliche als auch ökonomische Einflussgrößen, die sich aus dem geltenden europäischen und nationalen Recht, der individuellen Besteuerung von Kapitalgesellschaften und den besonderen Faktoren am Standort Deutschland ergeben. Die Untersuchung erhebt nicht nur Expertenmeinungen zur Rechtsform der SE in Deutschland, sondern stellt die empirischen Ergebnisse auch kritisch in den Kontext der Literaturrecherche, die häufig im Widerspruch zu den Intentionen des europäischen Gesetzgebers stehen. So beantwortet der Autor die Frage, warum die Rechtsform SE in Deutschland besonders erfolgreich ist. Schließlich stellt er Handlungsempfehlungen dar, die eine Flucht deutscher Unternehmen aus der Arbeitnehmermitbestimmung auf eine akzeptable gesellschaftliche Ebene führen können.
Next-Generation Business Models: ICBT 2024, Volume 1 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1572)
by Allam Hamdan Bahaaeddin AlareeniThis book provides valuable insights into how advanced technologies are reshaping the modern business landscape. As we navigate an era defined by rapid innovation and constant disruption, businesses must rethink traditional models to stay competitive. It explores the strategic integration of tools such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the Internet of Things, highlighting their role in building agile, resilient, and future-ready business models. Through a blend of theoretical perspectives, empirical research, and real-world case studies, this book equips scholars and professionals with the knowledge and strategies needed to drive innovation in the digital economy. What You&’ll Discover: · How emerging technologies are revolutionizing business model design · Frameworks for digital transformation and sustainable innovation · Real-world insights from ICBT 2024 contributors and case studies · &
Advanced Computing in Industrial Mathematics: 18th Annual Meeting of the Bulgarian Section of SIAM December 11-13, 2023, Sofia, Bulgaria. Revised Selected Papers (Studies in Computational Intelligence #1219)
by Elena Lilkova Maria Datcheva Todorka AleksandrovaThis book gathers the peer-reviewed proceedings of the 19th Annual Meeting of the Bulgarian Section of the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics, BGSIAM'23, held in Sofia, Bulgaria. The general theme of BGSIAM'23 was industrial and applied mathematics with a particular focus on: mathematical physics, numerical analysis, high-performance computing, optimization and control, mathematical biology, stochastic modeling, machine learning, digitization, and imaging, advanced computing in environmental, biomedical, and engineering applications.
Electrical Machines
by Rakesh Kumar SrivastavaElectrical Machines targets the undergraduate students of Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering etc. The book discusses in detail electromagnetic systems, transformers, DC machines, induction machines, synchronous machines, special motors and generalized machine theory. It introduces the readers to the principles, techniques and current trends of electromechanical energy conversion (EMEC) devices. The book provides a strong foundation to the students when it deals with important concepts such as classes of squirrel cage motors, permanent magnetic materials and their applications, polyphase circuits and servo motors. In many contemporary electrical machines, one of the most significant components is power electronics. The invention of solid-state devices and embedded computing systems has resulted in the development of newer motors of modern era. The book includes a brief introduction to power electronics and machine control. A discussion on speed and torque characteristics has also been made a part of this book. It also deals with the recent developments in electrical machines' area of research like energy machines, electromagnets for controlled levitation and Hyperloop system. It encourages students to explore newer areas of electrical machines and learn simulation software, and state of art Finite Element Analysis software.
Urbanization, Climate Change, and Health: Integrating Strategies for Sustainable and Resilient Cities (Climate Change Management)
by Walter Leal Filho Ayyoob Sharifi Abdulaziz I. AlmulhimThis book seeks to provide a comprehensive examination of the critical intersection between urbanization, climate change, and public health. As urban areas expand and face increasing pressures from environmental changes and population growth, there is a growing need for integrated approaches that address these intertwined challenges. This book aims to explore how urban planning, public health, and climate resilience can be aligned to create cities that are not only sustainable but also capable of supporting the well-being of their residents. Designed as a vital resource for urban planners, public health professionals, policymakers, environmentalists, and academics, this book offers insights into strategies for fostering urban environments that can adapt to climate-related challenges while enhancing public health. It covers a wide range of topics, including the design of resilient infrastructure, the creation of green spaces, sustainable urban mobility, and the role of governance and policy in promoting urban health. Additionally, this book emphasizes the importance of community engagement and ethical considerations in urban planning processes. The primary objective is to present a multidisciplinary approach to urban development that addresses the interconnected issues of climate change and public health. By integrating case studies, best practices, and innovative strategies, this book seeks to equip readers with the tools needed for informed decision-making and strategic planning. Ultimately, it aims to inspire the creation of urban spaces that are not only resilient and sustainable but also inclusive and health-promoting, ensuring that cities can thrive in the face of future challenges.
World Energy Outlook 2060 (Current Chinese Economic Report Series)
by Sinopec Economics & Development Research Institute Company LimitedThis book delineates the analytical frameworks and methodologies relevant to the study of energy transition pathways, reviews the latest dynamics within the global energy sector, and provides a comprehensive examination of the developmental trends and potential of various energy sources. It places particular emphasis on medium- and long-term scenario analyses regarding global and regional energy development, while also identifying emerging areas that merit attention in the context of energy transition and the holistic benefits associated with achieving such transitions. The translation was done with the help of artificial intelligence. A subsequent human revision was done primarily in terms of content.
Political Risk and the Politics of Risk: Credit Rating Agencies and the Political Process in Brazil and Argentina (Latin American Political Economy)
by Pedro Lange MachadoThis book provides a critical analysis of how credit rating agencies engage with the political and economic dynamics of developing countries. Focusing on Brazil and Argentina, it demonstrates how S&P Global, Moody&’s Investor Service, and Fitch Ratings—the &“Big Three&”—employ a politics of risk that seeks to advance the interests of global financial markets while interacting with domestic governance processes. Drawing on underexplored materials such as sovereign rating reports and press releases, this book examines how these agencies deploy their evaluations and public statements as instruments of this politics of risk. Their actions respond to the political risk conditions they identify, which are shaped by factors such as government ideology and shifts in the international context. Through detailed case studies of Brazil and Argentina, this book shows how credit rating agencies become part of wider political disputes over economic policy and governance in the Global South. Bringing together key debates in International Political Economy, "Political Risk and the Politics of Risk" sheds light on the intersections of financialization, neoliberalism, and the tensions between financial globalization and democratic governance. By revisiting recent political and economic developments in two of Latin America&’s largest economies, this book fills a crucial gap in the literature and offers fresh insights into the often-overlooked role of credit rating agencies in contemporary global capitalism. This book will be of interest to scholars, students, and practitioners in International Political Economy, Political Science, Development Studies, and Latin American studies, as well as those seeking to understand the complex relationships between finance, politics, and power in emerging economies.
Canada’s Intelligence Oversight: Accountability, Transparency, Human Rights, and the Challenge of Foreign Interference (Contributions to Security and Defence Studies)
by Oliver JavanpourHow can intelligence agencies be held accountable without compromising their ability to act quickly and effectively? This book presents how, since 2017, Canada has reshaped its oversight of the CSIS and CSE intelligence services. It describes how the new oversight bodies - the NSIRA, the NSICOP, and the Intelligence Commissioner - work together to review, monitor, and guide intelligence operations. Using open-source reports and data, the book conducts case studies and international comparisons to evaluate whether these reforms have increased transparency and accountability while maintaining operational effectiveness. Addressing professionals, policymakers, and researchers, the book introduces an innovative performance review method tailored to intelligence work. It highlights the gains and growing pains of Canada&’s oversight system and offers five practical reforms to improve it. Written in a clear, evidence-based, and policy-focused style, the book helps readers understand the real-world impact of intelligence oversight and how democratic values and national security can coexist.
The Bank-Business Relationship: Information Asymmetries, Relationship Lending, and Regulation
by Paola Brighi Maurizio MussoniThis book investigates the factors driving the transformation of banks&’ credit function and the evolving financial requirements of corporations, with a particular focus on the dynamics of bank-business relationships. It addresses the impact of inherent market failures in the banking sector, notably information asymmetries and credit rationing, on these relationships and their influence on corporate decisions regarding funding sources. The book also examines the competitive pressure faced by firms that adopt new entrepreneurial models, necessitating innovative strategies in financial management, and evaluates the adaptive responses banks can employ to meet emerging financial needs. Additionally, it analyzes how banking regulation influences lending decisions, especially under conditions marked by information asymmetries and financial constraints. A distinctive feature of the book is its comprehensive analysis of the motivations underlying recent transformations within the banking sector. These transformations stem from both endogenous processes, such as the classification of financial and banking services as &“credence goods&” and the related regulatory implications, and exogenous factors, including regulatory reforms and the ongoing transition toward sustainability and digitalization. This book will appeal to academic scholars, practitioners, and policymakers in banking and risk management.
AI Technologies for Information Systems and Management Science: Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Information Systems and Management Science (ISMS) 2024 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1479)
by Lalit Garg Nishtha Kesswani Imene BriguiThis book brings together leading experts, academics, and industry professionals to explore how AI is transforming decision-making, data analytics, operations, and strategic management across diverse sectors. Dive into the cutting-edge world of artificial intelligence with AI Technologies for Information Systems and Management Science, a comprehensive book is featuring peer-reviewed research from the 7th International Conference on Information Systems and Management Science (ISMS 2024). Covering topics such as intelligent systems, machine learning integration, AI-driven process optimization, and ethical considerations, this proceedings book offers a rich blend of theoretical insights and practical applications. Whether you're a researcher, practitioner, or student, you&’ll find valuable perspectives on how emerging AI technologies are reshaping the foundations of modern information systems and management practices. Gain inspiration from real-world case studies, stay ahead with the latest innovations, and deepen your understanding of AI&’s role in driving smarter, more adaptive organizations. With contributions from global thought leaders, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the future of intelligent business and digital transformation. Embrace the power of AI—empowering tomorrow&’s systems, today.
Quantum Artificial Intelligence: A Machine-Generated Literature Overview
by Vijayarangan NatarajanThis book presents the result of an innovative challenge, to create a systematic literature overview driven by machine-generated content. Questions and related keywords were prepared for the machine to query, discover, collate and structure by Artificial Intelligence (AI) clustering. The AI-based approach seemed especially suitable to provide an innovative perspective as the topics are indeed both complex, interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary, for example, climate, planetary and evolution sciences. Springer Nature has published much on these topics in its journals over the years, so the challenge was for the machine to identify the most relevant content and present it in a structured way that the reader would find useful. The automatically generated literature summaries in this book are intended as a springboard to further discoverability. They are particularly useful to readers with limited time, looking to learn more about the subject quickly and especially if they are new to the topics. Springer Nature seeks to support anyone who needs a fast and effective start in their content discovery journey, from the undergraduate student exploring interdisciplinary content to Master- or PhD-thesis developing research questions, to the practitioner seeking support materials, this book can serve as an inspiration, to name a few examples. It is important to us as a publisher to make the advances in technology easily accessible to our authors and find new ways of AI-based author services that allow human-machine interaction to generate readable, usable, collated, research content.
Colloids and Interfacial Dynamics: Basics to Application (Physical Chemistry in Action)
by Mineo Hashizume Yoshiro ImuraThis book presents the dynamics of colloids and interfaces in various materials such as assemblies of surfactants, lipids, nanoparticles, and surfaces of biomaterials, catalysts and engineering materials. It covers a wide range of topics, from basics to applications, on fabrication, functions, and understanding the mechanisms of those systems. The book highlights the importance of understanding from the perspective of colloidal and interfacial chemistry for the materials exhibiting dynamic behaviors. Readers can find a new direction for the development of nano-stimulus-responsive systems consisting of molecular assemblies by understanding the relationships between the dynamics of molecules, the dynamics of molecular assemblies, and the dynamics of the functions of molecular assemblies. Also, the book provides useful knowledge for the development of new photocatalysts through a detailed explanation of the complex dynamics of electron transfer on the catalyst surface. The authors hope that common denominators will be found in different materials from the perspective of the dynamics of colloids and interfaces, and that readers will find guidelines for the development of new nanomaterials.
Color Atlas of Freshwater Algae: Comprehensive Identification Guide, Including Harmful Algal Blooms
by Barry H. RosenMicroscopic observations of the inhabitants in aquatic environments reveal the complex array of organisms that are woven together into a tapestry that is informative, ornate, colorful, and artistic. The diversity of life, especially among the photosynthetic organisms called algae, displays a unique suite of patterns and structures that allows the names to be assigned. This book compiles microphotographs from many groups and hundreds of genera to illustrate the beauty of algae and assist in their identification. The images in this guide were initially started as an academic, hands-on teaching guide rather than a digital version. This first edition organizes and arrays the images in taxonomic groups that can be used to instruct a new generation of phycologists, those that study algae. The identification and classification of algae from Linnaeus in 1767, through the 19th and 20th centuries, mostly relied on pen and ink line drawings, carefully constructed to illustrate morphological features that separated species, and these are still a valuable resource. Both scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) brought significantly higher resolution than light microscopy, illustrating the external and internal structures through black and white imagery. As digital photography improved for the light microscope in the past several years, color images of the key features that distinguish one organism from another can be generated.
A Primer on Semiconvex Functions in General Potential Theories (Lecture Notes in Mathematics #2371)
by Kevin R. Payne Davide Francesco RedaelliThis book examines the symbiotic interplay between fully nonlinear elliptic partial differential equations and general potential theories of second order. Starting with a self-contained presentation of the classical theory of first and second order differentiability properties of convex functions, it collects a wealth of results on how to treat second order differentiability in a pointwise manner for merely semicontinuous functions. The exposition features an analysis of upper contact jets for semiconvex functions, a proof of the equivalence of two crucial, independently developed lemmas of Jensen (on the viscosity theory of PDEs) and Slodkowski (on pluripotential theory), and a detailed description of the semiconvex approximation of upper semicontinuous functions. The foundations of general potential theories are covered, with a review of monotonicity and duality, and the basic tools in the viscosity theory of generalized subharmonics, culminating in an account of the monotonicity-duality method for proving comparison principles. The final section shows that the notion of semiconvexity extends naturally to manifolds. A complete treatment of important background results, such as Alexandrov&’s theorem and a Lipschitz version of Sard&’s lemma, is provided in two appendices. The book is aimed at a wide audience, including professional mathematicians working in fully nonlinear PDEs, as well as master&’s and doctoral students with an interest in mathematical analysis.
Green Nanomaterials as Potential Antimicrobials
by Muhammad Ikram Ali Haider Asma RafiqThis book focuses on nanomaterials with antibacterial properties. Antibacterial resistance is a growing concern that poses a serious threat to public health worldwide. This book looks at the fabrication, material's properties, and characterization of a range of metallic, bimetallic, and metal-oxide-based nanomaterials that can be exploited for their antimicrobial properties. A key focus of this book is its emphasis on ‘green’ synthesis of nanomaterials, as many conventional routes of nanomaterial fabrication do not fulfill key sustainability criteria in terms of their toxicity and lack of eco-friendliness. Additionally, this book introduces the application of nanoparticles to veterinary medicine. Given the ever-increasing global livestock population coupled with the emergence of drug-resistant pathogens of animal origin (bacterial, parasitic, and hemoprotozoa), the use of nanoparticles as antibacterial agents represents a paradigm shift in every aspect of veterinary care. Authored by scholars with combined expertise in nanomaterials and veterinary medicine, this book provides valuable information for researchers working on sustainable nanomaterials with antibacterial properties.
Sustainable Conservation of UNESCO and Other Heritage Sites Through Proactive Geosciences (Springer Geology)
by Claudio Margottini Gad Mohamed El-QadyThis book presents up-to-date geoscience technologies for heritage investigations and conservation, covering various sub-disciplines of geophysics, geodesy, 3D laser scanning technology, hydrogeology, and rock mechanics applied to the exploration of new heritage sites, mapping and visualization, as well as hazard mitigation. The current shift toward interdisciplinary ways of thinking highlights the added value of merging arts with sciences and other disciplines for better management and preservation of cultural heritage. Featuring advanced scientific investigations in 40 case studies around the globe, the book demonstrates how a better understanding of natural processes coupled with conservation approaches, mainly based on sustainable practices such as the use of traditional knowledge in recovery techniques and building local capacities, can ensure effective conservation.
Smart, Sustainable Manufacturing in an Ever-Changing World: Proceedings of International Conference on Competitive Manufacturing (COMA ’22) (Lecture Notes in Production Engineering)
by Konrad Von Leipzig Natasha Sacks Michelle Mc ClellandThis book presents recent developments, research results, and industrial experience to increase the knowledge base of academics and industry. In a small world where trade is the new global driving force conquering countries and continents alike, international competitiveness is becoming the ultimate challenge. It requires high-quality products manufactured with state-of-the-art technologies at low cost under the assumption of highly efficient operations management as well as clear corporate goals and strategy. This in turn is based on improved engineering training and education, relevant applied research, and an active interaction between academia and industry.
Micro and Nanoelectronics Devices, Circuits and Systems: Select Proceedings of MNDCS 2022 (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #904)
by Trupti Ranjan Lenka Durgamadhab Misra Lan FuThis book presents select proceedings of the International Conference on Micro and Nanoelectronics Devices, Circuits and Systems (MNDCS-2022). The book includes cutting-edge research papers in the emerging fields of micro and nanoelectronics devices, circuits, and systems from experts working in these fields over the last decade. The book is a unique collection of chapters from different areas with a common theme and is immensely useful to academic researchers and practitioners in the industry who work in this field.