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Shoulder Fractures in Context: Controversies in Orthopaedic Surgery
by Stig BrorsonThis open access book offers comprehensive coverage of all relevant aspects of shoulder fractures, also known as fractures of the proximal humerus, with a special focus on existing controversies in their treatment. Throughout the volume the author outlines the development of the modern scientific understanding in the field and the increasing operative approach to these injuries throughout the 20th century.The volume is subdivided into five sections, the first of which introduces shoulder fractures, their morphology and epidemiology. The second one presents their history, from the earliest known medical text in ancient Egypt to the mid-twentieth century. In the third part, the author discusses the challenges implied in understanding and translating fracture patterns into hierarchies and classification systems. Based on current clinical trials, part four casts new light on the existing tension between an increasing interest in surgical procedures and implants, and the failure of emerging empirical evidence to demonstrate benefits for the vast majority of patients.In the book&’s conclusions, elaborating on this evidence, the author shares his reflections on the changing approaches to shoulder fractures and interprets them within a broader context of intellectual history.This book appeals to a broad readership, including orthopaedic residents, shoulder surgeons, traumatologists, and other clinical decision-makers, and those with an interest in evidence-based practice and the history and philosophy of medicine.
Governing Digital Mental Health: Introducing the 5P Model and the Digital Behavioral Health Expert (SpringerBriefs in Public Health)
by Juan José Martí-NogueraThis book presents a bold governance blueprint for an era in which mental health systems face a historic transition: as care delivery becomes increasingly shaped by code, platforms, and predictive algorithms, new governance frameworks are needed to protect equity, ethics, and human-centered leadership. At the core of this blueprint is the 5P Model – Predictive, Preventive, Personalized, Participatory, and Precision-based – a transformative framework for building equitable, effective behavioral health systems in the age of AI. The book introduces the Digital Behavioral Health Expert (DBHE), a new professional role designed to bridge clinical care, policy systems, and digital infrastructure. Unlike traditional mental health models that focus on professional interaction alone, the DBHE enables coordination across platforms, stakeholders, and jurisdictions – turning governance into a strategic, ethical, and human-centered function. Designed for stakeholders across the ecosystem – policymakers shaping regulation, managers implementing care systems, clinicians navigating hybrid models, developers building ethical tools, and investors backing scalable solutions – this book equips each with strategic insight for a digitally governed future of mental health. "A timely vision for ethical, inclusive governance in digital mental health."— Professor Anil Thapliyal, Executive Director, eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC)
Star Wars: Mace Windu: The Glass Abyss (Star Wars)
by Steven BarnesJedi Master Mace Windu travels to a dangerous, remote planet on a mission that challenges even his deadly prowess—all to fulfill Qui-Gon&’s last request.The Jedi are reeling from Qui-Gon Jinn&’s sudden death at the hands of a Sith. Jedi Master Mace Windu&’s feelings about Qui-Gon have always been complicated—and have not been made any simpler by death. While they often disagreed, Mace valued Qui-Gon&’s unique perspective, and their shared dedication to the Force made them allies. Without Qui-Gon and his unorthodox views, Mace feels out of balance. While considering his fallen friend&’s legacy, Mace is surprised to receive a final message from Qui-Gon, marked to be delivered to Mace in the event of Qui-Gon&’s death. The message contains a last request: a plea to help the Outer Rim planet Metagos. Many years ago, a violent solar flare transformed the surface of the desert planet into a landscape of irradiated glass—as beautiful as it is dangerous. Now most of the surviving inhabitants live underground, where rival clans fight to control the planet&’s limited resources. As a young Jedi, Qui-Gon protected the Sa&’ad farming clan from the planet&’s less-scrupulous factions. The Sa&’ad practice the art of dream-weaving, retaining their waking minds upon sleep in order to communicate and coexist with the wild creatures around them. Qui-Gon vowed to return if they ever required his aid, but now it falls to Mace to fulfill that promise. The Sa&’ad&’s leader, KinShan Nightbird, has begged for the Jedi&’s help in freeing Metagos from the crime lords who threaten to eradicate her people&’s way of life. Intent on carrying out Qui-Gon&’s final wishes, Mace travels to Metagos and infiltrates the enemies of the Sa&’ad. But as the Jedi Master investigates the intricate web of adversaries and allies, Mace finds himself pushed to the boundaries of the Jedi code, with his beliefs and his relationship to the Force itself challenged.
HR Reinvented: 20 Zukunftsperspektiven auf Personal, Organisation und Kultur
by René Sadowski Lea Bolz Sebastian HarrerIn unserer Zeit, in der Unternehmen mit disruptiven Technologien, demografischen Umwälzungen und tiefgreifenden gesellschaftlichen Veränderungen konfrontiert sind, stellt sich die Frage, wie Human Resources (HR) als strategische Funktion neu gedacht werden kann und muss. Die Digitalisierung, die zunehmende Bedeutung von Nachhaltigkeit und Diversität sowie die sich wandelnden Erwartungen von Mitarbeitenden und Stakeholdern fordern uns heraus, unsere Perspektiven zu erweitern und neue Wege zu beschreiten. Mit diesem Buch bieten die Autor:innen nicht nur praktische Werkzeuge, sondern auch wertvolle Denkanstöße, wie die strategische Ausrichtung von HR in Zukunft gestaltet werden kann. Im ersten Teil des Buches werden die historische Entwicklung des HR-Management, die Erfolgsmessung der HR-Arbeit sowie die aktuellen Herausforderungen erläutert. Im zweiten Teil schildern herausragende Entscheider:innen und HR-Führungskräfte ihre Erfahrungen und Visionen in sehr persönlichen Interviews. Diese Gespräche bieten Einblicke in die Praxis und zeigen auf, wie unterschiedliche Organisationen deren spezifische Herausforderungen der modernen Arbeitswelt in konkreten Handlungsfeldern meistern. Zugleich bieten die Gesprächspartner:innen biografische Einblicke in die individuelle Entwicklung bis zur heutigen Verantwortung und geben Empfehlungen an die nächste Generation der Personalmanager:innen, die in diesem Bereich perspektivisch größere Verantwortung übernehmen möchten. Im dritten Teil geben die Autor:innen Impulse für die Weiterentwicklung von HR und stellen das neue Reinventing-HR-Modell vor. Dieser strategische Handlungsrahmen nimmt Bezug auf die Anforderungen sowie Chancen der Praxis und kann unmittelbar in Organisationen in spezifischer Granularität angewendet werden.
Smart Innovations in Energy and Mechanical Systems: Proceedings of SIEMS-2025 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1480)
by Dmytro Pavlenko Pavlo Tryshyn Natalia Honchar Olena KozlovaThis book appeals to researchers and professionals working in the field of artificial neural networks. It offers insights into the application of neural networks in engineering contexts, providing valuable case studies and methodologies for those looking to bridge the gap between AI theory and practical engineering solutions. Engineers and technicians involved in additive manufacturing will find relevant content in this book. It covers advanced techniques and applications of 3D printing in aerospace and mechanical engineering, offering a unique perspective on how these technologies are shaping the future of manufacturing. The book caters to professionals and students focusing on machine learning and artificial intelligence, particularly in industrial applications. It demonstrates how these technologies are being integrated into energy systems and mechanical engineering, providing real-world examples and potential future directions. Robotics enthusiasts and engineers will benefit from the book's coverage of cutting-edge developments in industrial and aerospace robotics. It offers insights into autonomous systems, control algorithms, and the integration of robotics in smart manufacturing environments. Graduate and undergraduate students in STEM fields beyond traditional engineering, such as computer science or data science, will find value in the book's interdisciplinary approach. It showcases how advanced computational methods are applied to solve complex engineering problems. This book is of interest to enterprises that are involved in the implementation of green energy technologies, resource-saving technologies, and support the concept of decarbonization of the energy system.
Microbial Allies: Understanding Plant-Microbe Interactions in Sustainable Agriculture
by Olubukola Oluranti Babalola Ayansina Segun AyangbenroThe world struggles with the dual problem of feeding a growing global population and ensuring environmental protection. Yet, current agricultural techniques cannot guarantee food security and environmental safety. Hence, there is a need to explore the transformational potential of sustainable agriculture as a preferred alternative. This book analyses the roles of beneficial microbes, which are often considered the unsung heroes of agriculture, in revolutionizing food production and reducing the adverse impact of agriculture on the environment. Readers are guided through the complex web of interactions between plants and microbes while also being introduced to a wide range of microorganisms essential to these interactions. Furthermore, the book unravels the intricate methods by which these microbial allies promote nutrient absorption, strengthen plant defenses against pathogens, prevent nutrient runoff and improve stress tolerance while lowering the dependency on synthetic chemical use. It also makes a compelling case for continued research and innovation in this field as we strive to harness the full potential of microbial allies to shape the future of agriculture.
Smart Grid and Internet of Things: 8th EAI International Conference, SGIoT 2024, Taichung, Taiwan, November 23–24, 2024, Proceedings (Lecture Notes of the Institute for Computer Sciences, Social Informatics and Telecommunications Engineering #633)
by Der-Jiunn Deng Jyh-Cheng ChenThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 8th EAI International Conference on Smart Grid and Internet of Things, SGIoT 2024, held in Taichung, Taiwan, during November 23–24, 2024. The 19 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 45 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: IoT, Artificial Intelligence, Edge Computing; Wireless Sensor Network, Mobile Robot, Smart Manufacturing; and Protocol, Algorithm, Services and Applications.
Distributed Computing and Artificial Intelligence, Volume 2: Special Sessions 18th International Conference (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #332)
by Alfonso González-Briones Roussanka Loukanova Roberto Casado-Vara Sara Rodríguez González George Katranas José Manuel Machado Jaroslaw WikarekThis book highlights the latest research on distributed computing and artificial intelligence. DCAI 2021 is a forum to present applications of innovative techniques for studying and solving complex problems in artificial intelligence and computing areas. The present edition brings together past experience, current work and promising future trends associated with distributed computing, artificial intelligence and their application in order to provide efficient solutions to real problems. This year’s technical program will present both high quality and diversity, with contributions in well-established and evolving areas of research. Specifically, 55 papers were submitted to main track and special sessions, by authors from 24 different countries representing a truly “wide area network” of research activity. Moreover, DCAI 2021 Special Sessions have been a very useful tool in order to complement the regular program with new or emerging topics of particular interest to the participating community. The technical program of the Special Sessions of DCAI 2021 has selected 23 papers. We would like to thank all the contributing authors, the members of the Program Committees, the sponsors (IBM, Armundia Group, EurAI, AEPIA, APPIA, CINI, OIT, UGR, HU, SCU, USAL, AIR Institute and UNIVAQ) and the Organizing Committee of the University of Salamanca for their hard and highly valuable work.
A Critical Phenomenology of Music: Disclosing/Transposing the Habitual Body Schema
by Rachel ElliottDrawing a link between music and what Maurice Merleau-Ponty calls the habit body – a quasi-transcendental structure at the heart of our perceptual, social, and agential being – this book helps articulate why music has the power to express as well as shape our existence at a fundamental level. Using phenomenology, research in the cognitive sciences, and first-person descriptions of musical experiences, this book addresses topics such as the relationship of music to identity, the capacity of music to be personally and socially transformative, the role of music in our perception of others, the connection between music and trauma, and the possibility of engendering we-experiences through shared musical time.
Proceedings of International Conference on Next-Generation Communication and Computing: NGCCOM 2024, Volume 1 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1305)
by Rohit Sharma Sheng-Lung Peng Devendra Kumar SharmaThis book presents high-quality papers from the International Conference on Next-Generation Communication and Computing (NGCCOM 2024). It discusses the latest technological trends and advances in major research areas such as 5G and Beyond, Internet of Things (IoT), wireless communications, optical communication, signal processing, image processing, big data, cloud computing, intelligent computing, artificial intelligence and sensor network applications. This book includes the contributions of national and international scientists, researchers and engineers from both academia and the industry. The contents of this book will be useful to researchers, professionals and students alike.
Proceedings of The International Conference on Material Science: MatZone-2024, 17–19 December, Kerala, India (Springer Proceedings in Physics #316)
by Sindhu Raveendran Reshmy Rajasekharan Libin P. OommenThe proceedings of MatZone 2024 encompasses cutting-edge research in nanomaterials and biomaterials, highlighting their interdisciplinary applications in sciences, engineering, biomedical, packaging, environmental, and health sectors. Topics include biocomposites for advanced electronic and optical devices, tissue engineering scaffolds, and environmental solutions like dye and heavy metal removal. Special attention is given to biotechnological advancements that promote human life sustainability. Emerging materials such as cellulose, chitosan, PLA, PHB, and other bio-derived composites are emphasized, along with innovative techniques like membrane studies, chromatographic separation, and biosensor development. The proceedings offer a comprehensive insight into the current trends and future directions in biomaterials research.
Analyzing Motives in Semi-Structured Interview Data: A Guide for the Social Sciences
by Luis Antonio Vila-Henninger Rosario Rizzo LaraThis book advances the emerging work on using semi-structured interview data to analyze motives by providing the first book-length treatment of this underdeveloped methodological area in sociology and social science more broadly. Exploring key methodological and theoretical debates on this topic in-depth, the authors apply a dual-process model approach to demonstrate how we can analyze motives effectively in semi-structured interview data, and in tandem, understand the sociological reasoning behind society's moral judgments and political decision-making. Additionally, the authors develop the accessible and rigorous 5Rs methodology, which synthesizes insights from an array of literatures into a novel, cohesive analytic tool for analyzing motives in semi-structured interview data. Balancing transparency with theoretical nuance, it enables researchers to revisit and reuse previously collected data that may have been considered unsuitable for motive analysis, either because of prevailing disciplinary assumptions, or because of how data were initially framed and coded. Applicable to various cultural contexts and disciplines, the methodology explored in this book is thus of international interest to researchers and students of qualitative sociology, sociology of culture and cognition, migration studies, cognitive science, and moral psychology, with wider implications for qualitative methodologies in the social sciences.
Lesions of the Scalp and Cranial Vault: State-of-the-Art Concepts
by Walter A. Hall Mehmet Turgut Ali Akhaddar Ahmet T. TurgutWritten and edited by leading international authorities in the field, this book provides an in-depth review of the knowledge of the lesions of the scalp and cranial vault, with emphasis on their accurate diagnosis and the medical and often multidisciplined surgical approach to treating these disease processes. It includes chapters, organized into six main groups: first, general characteristics of lesions of the scalp and calvarium, including definitions, classifications, history, anatomy and histology, regeneration, clinical and imaging features; secondly, congenital and anatomic variants of the scalp and calvarium, including craniosynostosis and craniopagus conjoined twins; thirdly, benign disorders of the scalp and calvarium, including benign lesions with and without atrophy and neoplasms, scarring and pressure sores, and metabolic disorders; fourthly, traumatic, vascular and infectious lesions of the scalp and calvarium, including iatrogenic lesions, infectious or inflammatory, and vascular lesions and malformations; fifthly, malignant neoplasms and secondary malignancies of the scalp and calvarium, including hematologic and intracranial neoplasms; and sixthly, treatment and outcome for lesions of the scalp and calvarium, including nonsurgical treatment, principles of surgery, postoperative complications, prognosis as well as the medicolegal aspects related to these lesions. The uniqueness of this compilation lies in the fact that all aspects of these disease entities are compiled into one singular definitive work. All these issues are adequately addressed with clinical illustrations and examples. This comprehensive reference book is an ideal source for neuroscientists at all levels, from graduate students to researchers in specific disciplines studying this region including neurosurgeons, neurologists, pediatricians, plastic and reconstructive surgeons, neuroradiologists, neuropathologists, dermatologists, and neuroscientists in developmental neuroscience who seek both basic and more advanced information regarding the lesions of the scalp and cranial vault.
STEM Education in Poverty: Insights from Zimbabwe and Beyond
by Brantina Chirinda Gladys Sunzuma Perkins MuredziThis book is about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education in poverty and the lessons we learn from Zimbabwe. The world is driving towards the fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), where economic growth has been attributed to STEM education. STEM education is vital in this era, where both developed and developing countries are undergo rapid changes. Globally, STEM education has been practised differently in schools and universities. University programs, new school curricula, instructional methods, extracurricular programs, and professional development programs for in-service teachers have been created to cater to STEM subjects. STEM education is envisioned to produce critical thinkers, inventors, creators, problem solvers, innovators, and professionals who will solve the world’s ever-changing challenges, including inequity, food insecurity, climate change, inequality, and poverty. STEM is essential to modern education. Zimbabwe has faced significant economic challenges but has made remarkable strides in STEM education. By examining the successes and challenges of STEM education in Zimbabwe, we can learn valuable lessons about improving STEM education in underserved communities. This book contributes to the international debate surrounding the optimal STEM education for students in underserved schools. It incorporates detailed accounts of STEM education in Zimbabwe schools, shedding light on the challenges students and educators face in impoverished areas. In Zimbabwe, STEM education faces significant challenges such as materials and facilities, pedagogy, policy reform, access, and relevance. Some of the main issues highlighted in this book are the need for more resources, including funding, teaching materials, and adequate laboratories. Effective STEM pedagogy is hampered by an education system that emphasises the curriculum and teacher-centred focus instead of focusing on how students can be taught or learn. Research has shown that in Zimbabwe, STEM teachers must apply inventive pedagogies and suitable learner-centred STEM teaching approaches. As a result, there is a need for more STEM-related programs and courses in schools and universities to improve the opportunities for students to pursue careers in these fields. Another challenge is the need for more awareness about the opportunities and importance of STEM education and interest in STEM subjects among students, which can be attributed to a lack of exposure and understanding of the relevance and importance of these fields in today's world. While lack of resources and other challenges hinder effectiveness, opportunity lies in promising pathways of policy and practice. In Zimbabwe, there is a varying degree of success in the implemented competence-based curriculum, which emphasises inquiry-based learning and STEM education. Finally, there is a need for early exposure to STEM-based career opportunities and for more collaboration between the government, private sector, and educational institutions to address these challenges and promote STEM education in Zimbabwe. This book uses Zimbabwe as an example to explore STEM education in poverty. By examining the successes and challenges of STEM education in Zimbabwe, this book offers valuable insights into how STEM education can be integrated into the curriculum in countries with developing and emerging economies. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in improving STEM education in underserved communities.
Fog: Formation, Chemistry, Dynamics, Impact and Dissipation
by Anil Kumar Gupta Pallavi Saxena Rogert SoríThis book addresses the atmospheric phenomenon of fog formation and its impacts on plant and human life. It covers the chemistry, formation, dynamics, impacts and dissipation of the fog. It also elucidate basic concepts of formation of fog, role of meteorology in fog formation, chemistry of fog, how different chemical constituents present in fog affects its quality and surrounding atmosphere, impacts on plant species, human health, visibility and economy and dissipation of fog by cost effective techniques. It also highlights the use of some plant species in managing the fog induced pollution. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, climate change scientists, professionals involved in air quality, meteorology, plant and humans related research, capacity builders and policymakers. Also the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, forestry, ecology, and environmental sciences. National and international environmentalists, policy makers will also find this to be a useful read.
Rethinking Security: The Human Side of Risk Management (Crime Prevention and Security Management)
by Tymur SuslovThis short Pivot argues for a paradigm shift towards a human-centric approach, emphasising the importance of understanding and managing human behaviour as a fundamental aspect of effective security strategies. It explores the intersection of psychology, criminology, and security, providing a comprehensive framework for integrating behavioural insights into security practices. The book questions the dependence on technology solutions and provides a new viewpoint, emphasising human behaviour as the core cause of security challenges. It explains complex psychological and criminological insights and provides straightforward explanations of psychological and criminological ideas that are critical to comprehending security issues. It advocates for paradigm shift in security practices and encourages a move from control-based to cooperative security paradigms.
The Quiet Damage: QAnon and the Destruction of the American Family
by Jesselyn CookThe &“gripping&” (The Atlantic) story of five families shattered by pernicious, pervasive conspiracy theories, and how we might set ourselves free from a crisis that could haunt American life for generations.&“Excellent . . . This is the intimate side of the cold civil war America has been stuck in for nearly a decade.&”—Michelle Goldberg, The New York Times &“SHED MY DNA&”: three excruciating words uttered by a QAnon-obsessed mother, once a highly respected lawyer, to her only son, once the closest person in her life. QAnon beliefs and adjacent conspiracy theories have had devastating political consequences as they&’ve exploded in popularity. What&’s often overlooked is the lasting havoc they wreak on our society at its most basic and intimate level—the family. In The Quiet Damage, celebrated reporter Jesselyn Cook paints a harrowing portrait of the vulnerabilities that have left so many of us susceptible to outrageous falsehoods promising order, purpose, and control. Braided throughout are the stories of five American families: an elderly couple whose fifty-year romance takes a heartbreaking turn; millennial sisters of color who grew up in dire poverty—one to become a BLM activist, the other, a hardcore conspiracy theorist pulling her little boy down the rabbit hole with her; a Bay Area hippie-type and her business-executive fiancé, who must decide whether to stay with her as she turns into a stranger before his eyes; evangelical parents whose simple life in a sleepy suburb spirals into delusion-fueled chaos; and a rural mother-son duo who, after carrying each other through unspeakable tragedy, stop speaking at all as ludicrous untruths shatter a bond long thought unbreakable.Charting the arc of each believer&’s path from their first intersection with conspiracy theories to the depths of their cultish conviction, to—in some cases—their rejection of disinformation and the mending of fractured relationships, Cook offers a rare, intimate look into the psychology of how and why ordinary people come to believe the unbelievable. Profound, brilliantly researched, and beautifully written, The Quiet Damage lays bare how we have been taken hostage by grifters peddling lies built on false hope—and how we might release our loved ones, and ourselves, from their grasp.
Lake Effect: A Memoir
by Rich CohenA bittersweet coming-of-age story that quietly bores to the essence of friendship and how it survives even as it is destined to change.&“So outrageous and so true.... the book rockets along, powered by the high octane of Cohen&’s candor [and] off-beat observations.&” —The New York Times Book Review Raised in an affluent suburb on the North Shore of Chicago, Rich Cohen had a cluster of interesting friends, but none more interesting than Jamie Drew. Fatherless, reckless, and lower middle class in a place that wasn&’t, Jamie possessed such an irresistible insouciance and charm that even the teachers called him Drew-licious. Through the high school years of parties and Cub games and girls, of summer nights on the beach and forbidden forays into the blues bars of Chicago&’s notorious South Side, the two formed an inseparable bond. Even after Cohen went to college in New Orleans (Jamie went to Kansas) and then moved to New York, where he had a memorable interlude with the legendary New Yorker writer Joseph Mitchell, Jamie remained oddly crucial to his life.
Marvel: What If . . . Marc Spector Was Host to Venom? (What If . . . ? #3)
by Mike ChenMarc Spector and Venom engage in a battle of wills in the next adventure of an epic multiversal series reimagining iconic Marvel origin stories.So many worlds, so little time. Infinite possibilities, creating infinite realities. Long have I watched Marc Spector cheat death in the name of the Egyptian god Khonshu. But . . . what if Moon Knight was subsumed by a Venom from another universe?Marc Spector is used to voices in his head. He&’s used to waking up disoriented, unsure what his alters, Jake and Steven, might have been up to. He&’s used to having an Egyptian god command him as Moon Knight, his avatar of justice and revenge. What he&’s not used to: staring into the face of a literal out-of-body doppelgänger. Another Marc crash-landed from an alternate reality, begging for help? Yeah, that is a new one, even for him. But before he can really process anything beyond Khonshu&’s incessant alarm bells, it becomes clear this other Marc didn&’t travel solo. Some kind of alien—a symbiote named Venom—casts off its current host and begins to merge with Marc, forcing Khonshu away from his chosen champion and claiming Moon Knight for its own. The formerly stark white suit that struck fear into the hearts of criminals now looms as a jet-black shadow over friends and foes alike. Marc&’s lethal prowess, fueled by Venom&’s penchant for violence, carves a trail of chaos as they comb through the vigilante&’s torturous past. Yet a sliver of hope remains: Finally free of Venom&’s control, the other Jake and Steven regain consciousness to find themselves in a strange reality, without their Marc but with a strange bird-like god insisting that &“they will do.&” Desperate, lost, and running out of time, the pair make a deal: become Khonshu&’s new avatar to track Venom&’s path of destruction, save this universe, and just maybe figure out a way back to their own.
Doing Good Better: How Effective Altruism Can Help You Help Others, Do Work that Matters, and Make Smarter Choices about Giving Back
by William MacAskillMost of us want to make a difference. We donate our time and money to charities and causes we deem worthy, choose careers we consider meaningful, and patronize businesses and buy products we believe make the world a better place. Unfortunately, we often base these decisions on assumptions and emotions rather than facts. As a result, even our best intentions often lead to ineffective—and sometimes downright harmful—outcomes. How can we do better? While a researcher at Oxford, trying to figure out which career would allow him to have the greatest impact, William MacAskill confronted this problem head on. He discovered that much of the potential for change was being squandered by lack of information, bad data, and our own prejudice. As an antidote, he and his colleagues developed effective altruism, a practical, data-driven approach that allows each of us to make a tremendous difference regardless of our resources. Effective altruists believe that it&’s not enough to simply do good; we must do good better. At the core of this philosophy are five key questions that help guide our altruistic decisions: How many people benefit, and by how much? Is this the most effective thing I can do? Is this area neglected? What would have happened otherwise? What are the chances of success, and how good would success be? By applying these questions to real-life scenarios, MacAskill shows how many of our assumptions about doing good are misguided. For instance, he argues one can potentially save more lives by becoming a plastic surgeon rather than a heart surgeon; measuring overhead costs is an inaccurate gauge of a charity&’s effectiveness; and, it generally doesn&’t make sense for individuals to donate to disaster relief. MacAskill urges us to think differently, set aside biases, and use evidence and careful reasoning rather than act on impulse. When we do this—when we apply the head and the heart to each of our altruistic endeavors—we find that each of us has the power to do an astonishing amount of good.
Klassenwiederholungen verstehen und vermeiden: Hintergründe, Auswirkungen und Alternativen
by Florian KlapprothIn diesem Buch wird das komplexe Thema der Klassenwiederholung fundiert und vielschichtig beleuchtet. Es bietet einen Einblick in die Faktoren, die zu Wiederholungsentscheidungen führen, und zeigt deren Auswirkungen auf schulische Leistungen, Selbstbewusstsein, soziale Integration und emotionales Wohlbefinden von Schülerinnen und Schülern. Empirische Befunde – auch international – ergänzen die Analyse. Das Buch hinterfragt kritisch, welche Schülermerkmale und pädagogischen Konzepte Klassenwiederholungen begünstigen und welche Rolle Umweltfaktoren dabei spielen. Zugleich stellt es wirksame Alternativen wie differenzierten Unterricht und Summerschools vor und lädt dazu ein, die bisherige Praxis zu überdenken. Abschließend gibt das Buch praxisnahe Empfehlungen, wie Schulen Alternativen umsetzen und gezielt Veränderungsprozesse anstoßen können. Es richtet sich an Lehrkräfte und Bildungsexpert:innen, die an einem zukunftsorientierten Schulsystem mitwirken wollen.
The SAP S/4HANA Handbook for EPC Projects: An End-to-End Solution for the Engineering, Construction and Operations (EC&O) Industry
by Sohail AhmedThe SAP S/4HANA Handbook for EPC Projects equips you with the knowledge and insights needed to successfully manage and execute complex Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects using the power of SAP S/4HANA. Building upon your existing knowledge of SAP solutions, this handbook provides advanced insights into EPC project management and addresses the operational challenges unique to the Engineering, Construction and Operations (EC&O) industry by connecting business processes with relevant SAP solutions. It is an essential guide enabling you to gain a deeper understanding of optimizing your project management capabilities using SAP S/4HANA. Whether you are an SAP Solution Architect in Finance, Human Resources, or Supply Chain Management, or a project manager in the EC&O industry, this book will help you understand how projects can be managed with SAP. We begin by examining the world of EPC, EPC/M (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Management), and ETO (Engineer-To-Order) projects.Looking at detailed planning, controlling, and execution solutions of EPC projects with S/4HANA Project System, CPM (Commercial Project Management), PPM (Project & Portfolio Management), S/4HANA Add-ons, SAP Cloud Solutions, and to integrate these with other engineering and project management software such as Tekla and Primavera through SAP BTP (Business Technology Platform). You will follow a construction company secure an EPC contract of a refinery upgrade project and demonstrates how SAP is used at every step of the way, from bidding to project closure. Through real-world use-cases, supported by tables and visual aids, you will find the practical solutions offered by SAP S/4HANA. The SAP S/4HANA Handbook for EPC Projects is the ultimate resource bridging theory with practical applications, offering a framework to navigate the complexities of modern project management in the EC&O industry. You Will Learn To: Understand project management processes with business use cases and their application in SAP Apply detailed planning, scheduling, resource and management strategies, as well as for risk and claim managmement in large-scale projects. <span style="font-size: 11.0pt !msorm; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif !msorm; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin !msorm; mso-hansi-th
A Pragmatic Approach to Conceptualization of Health and Disease (Philosophy and Medicine #151)
by Maartje Schermer Nicholas BinneyThis open access book is an integrated historical and philosophical investigation of several problematic situations that emerge from diverse areas of medical practice. These include (but are not limited to): Paying less attention to patients who are suffering with symptoms because no identifiable pathological lesion or pathophysiological process can be found. Paying too much attention to patients who are not suffering with symptoms because pathological lesions or pathophysiological processes have been found. The tendency to understand patients at risk of developing pathology as being diseased. The tendency to disregard the importance of wider societal consequences of definitions of disease and health. The book shows that many of these problems are related to what disease and health are considered to be and argues that these problems can be addressed by reconsidering the concepts of health and disease employed in practice. It argues for a pragmatic reconceptualization of health and disease that allows clinicians, researchers, and lay people to understand health and disease in many ways, depending on the specific context in which they find themselves and the problems they are trying to solve. In doing so, authors are careful to show how this pragmatism does not endorse “silly” forms of relativism, in which knowledge is reduced to belief or to whatever people find expedient to believe. This work is relevant for philosophers and historians a well as for doctors, health policy makers and other health professionals because it addresses problems sourced from medical practice, albeit using philosophical and historical methods.
Negotiating Peace in Kosovo: Local Perspective on European Union Mediation Efforts
by Ramadan Ilazi Bekim Çollaku Fisnik RexhepiThis book offers an account of the European Union (EU) facilitated dialogue for normalization of relations between Kosovo and Serbia, examining how the EU&’s approaches, local politics, and civil society shaped the process. Rich with sources, it is essential reading for peace negotiations and EU&’s work in the Western Balkans. Using first-hand experience, the book explains why the talks scored significant wins but have yet to achieve full normalization of relations between the two countries. Chapter 1 outlines the objectives of the normalization dialogue. Chapter 2 examines why the normalization dialogue became necessary even after the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled that Kosovo&’s independence was legal. Chapter 3 dissects the dialogue's so-called &‘technical&’ phase, while Chapter 4 examines the shift to the political phase. Chapter 5 showcases civil society's corrective power and limits, while the conclusion deduces lessons for future EU mediation approaches and conflict resolution.
Interkulturelle Kompetenz online vermitteln (Key Competences for Higher Education and Employability)
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