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Computational Transport Phenomena of Multiphase Systems and Fluidization: Formulation and Application of Kinetic Theory of Granular Flow (Fluid Mechanics and Its Applications #127)
by Huilin Lu Guodong Liu Qinghong Zhang Xiaoxue Jiang Boxue Pang Wenjian CaiThis book focuses on the modeling of gas-solid, liquid-solid, non-Newtonian fluid-solid, and supercritical fluid-solid fluidized beds and multiphase flows. Simulation techniques are categorized into Euler–Euler with kinetic theory of granular flow (KTGF) and Euler–Lagrange with discrete element method (DEM) approaches. Both the governing equations and numerical implementations are presented. A new CFD-KTGF-DEM approach describes phase interactions, free from the empirical restitution coefficient used in KTGF, and accounts for turbulence effects on discrete particle motion, which DEM cannot achieve. Additionally, a low Stokes number KTGF model is introduced, incorporating the interstitial fluid's effect, unlike the classical KTGF, which assumes vacuum conditions. Special attention is given to momentum exchange between heterogeneous and homogeneous flows in fluidized beds and multiphase systems, and various multiscale drag models are presented. The book also discusses the application of these approaches in fluid-solid fluidized bed reactors and oil-gas drilling processes.
Fragen an die Antike: Blicke in eine uns ferne und nahe Zeit
by Wolfgang WeimerDie Antike ist die Vorläuferin und die Grundlage des heutigen Europa und der Kultur, die von Europa ausging. Insoweit ist sie uns nah. In der Allgemeinbildung ist sie allerdings fast nur noch in Form von einzelnen Aussprüchen, Legenden und Mythen präsent, wie etwa: Der Würfel ist gefallen, die 300 Spartaner an den Thermopylen, der Krösus oder das Trojanische Pferd. Das ist meist eher kurios als bedeutend. Insoweit ist sie uns fern. Das Buch geht in 55 Kapiteln solchen Ansätzen nach und untersucht, ob diese Bruchstücke eine Grundlage in den antiken Texten haben, in welchem Zusammenhang sie stehen und ob man bestimmte Vorurteile ändern sollte. Auf diese Weise entsteht ein genaueres Bild der Antike aus den Quellen, das sie uns näherrücken lässt und gleichzeitig ihre Andersheit bewusst macht, nun aber so, dass uns dadurch unsere Eigenheiten klarer werden. Es gibt viel Verbindendes und viel Trennendes, und beides verschafft uns ein besseres Bewusstsein dessen, was uns ausmacht.
Secure Data Sensing, Computing, and Dissemination in Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks (Advanced Topics in Science and Technology in China #1)
by Yingjie Xia Xuejiao Liu Huihui Wu Qichang LiThis book focuses on the fields of security of vehicular ad hoc networks (VANETs). Building upon previous research findings, it conducts research on three modules: secure data sensing, computing, and dissemination in VANETs. The book adopts a combination of security analysis, theoretical analysis, and simulation analysis to comprehensively evaluate and demonstrate the effectiveness and performance of proposed solutions. It aims to assist other researchers in conducting studies on the data security issues of vehicular ad hoc networks, while designing secure and efficient schemes.
China's Peaceful Rise: Identities, Interests, and Strategies
by Le HuThis book examines the extent to which China has stabilized its communist regime and defended or pursued its crucial nationalist interests while maintaining a relatively peaceful environment in East Asia. Despite a politics which would seem to be unassimilable and assertive policies regarding sovereignty disputes or the Taiwan question, China exists more or less peacefully within East Asia. This raises an important question: how has this being done? Using Social Identity Theory and Chinese Communist Party’s united front strategy, the author uncovers new angles on the mentality and trajectory of Chinese foreign policy, in a study that will interest scholars, policymakers and journalists.
Vertrieb im Maschinen- und Anlagenbau nachhaltig gestalten: Ansätze für langfristigen Erfolg im Technischen Vertrieb (essentials)
by Julia KrauseDieses essential bietet wertvolle Einblicke und praktische Ansätze für den Maschinen- und Anlagenbau mit innovativen Vertriebsansätzen, die über traditionelle Modelle hinausgehen und neue Wege zur Erfolgssteigerung aufzeigen. In einer Zeit, in der digitale Transformation, Nachhaltigkeit und menschenorientierte Ansätze über Erfolg oder Misserfolg im Vertrieb entscheiden, werden die Fokussierung auf Kundenbedürfnisse, die Integration fortschrittlicher Technologien und der Aufbau nachhaltiger Beziehungen zu zentralen Erfolgsfaktoren. Mit praxisnahen Beispielen und konkreten Tipps bietet dieses Buch einen schnellen Einstieg in die wichtigsten Themen einer modernen Vertriebsorganisation. Ideal für Vertriebsexperten und Entscheidungsträger, die in einem dynamischen Marktumfeld den Unterschied machen und ihren Vertriebsansatz auf die nächste Stufe heben wollen.
Technological Innovations for Managing Tropical Diseases (Health Information Science)
by Sylvester Chibueze Izah Matthew Chidozie OgwuTropical diseases continue to impose a significant burden on global health, particularly in low- and middle-income regions. These diseases challenge healthcare systems, exacerbate economic disparities, and threaten global public health. In this rapidly evolving landscape, integrating advanced technologies offers unprecedented opportunities to transform the prevention, diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of tropical diseases. This groundbreaking volume explores biosensor advancements, wearable technologies, artificial intelligence, predictive modeling, mobile health, and biotechnological innovations. Each chapter delves into how these cutting-edge solutions address the unique challenges of tropical diseases, from improving diagnostics and disease surveillance to enabling equitable access to care in resource-limited settings. The book also examines the ethical, technical, and economic barriers to implementation, providing actionable strategies to overcome these challenges. Key features include: In-depth analysis of innovative diagnostic tools, including biosensors and IoT-enabled wearables. Insights into AI and machine learning applications for outbreak prediction and resource allocation. Case studies of mobile health, telemedicine, and robotics in tropical disease management. Exploration of biotechnological and therapeutic advances tailored to tropical diseases. Critical analysis of ethical considerations, data security, and equitable technology access. A forward-looking perspective on emerging trends and their alignment with global health goals. Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), this book emphasizes the role of technology in achieving SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure). It is an indispensable resource for public health professionals, researchers, policymakers, bioengineers, healthcare technologists, and academics seeking to address the complexities of tropical diseases with innovative, sustainable solutions. This is a transformative guide to leveraging technology for a healthier, more resilient world.
Resolute Japan: The Leaders Forging a Corporate Resurgence
by Jusuke JJ Ikegami Harbir Singh Michael UseemDiscover how Japan’s new leadership model has transformed its top companies and created a new paradigm for business successIn Resolute Japan, Waseda University’s Jusuke J. J. Ikegami and the Wharton School’s Harbir Singh and Michael Useem reveal a new leadership model that has led Japan’s corporations to make a stunning comeback. In the process, they share what they have learned from interviews with more than 100 CEOs and top executives of Japan’s largest and most influential companies, including Hitachi, Honda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, NTT, and Panasonic.In this book, you will discover:+ How Japan’s new leadership model has led to superior performance in the stock market and beyond;+ The core principles and practices that characterize Japan’s new leadership model and how they differ from the old models;+ How Japan’s new leadership model enables companies to balance multiple and often conflicting objectives, such as shareholder value and social responsibility, short-term results and long-term growth, and agility and stability;+ How Japan’s new leadership model fosters innovation, resilience, and competitiveness in a rapidly changing global environment;+ Why, even in an environment of macroeconomic stagnation due to economic policies at the national level, individual companies can achieve sustainable development through this new leadership model; and+ How Japan’s new leadership model can inspire and inform business leaders in the West and elsewhere who are facing similar challenges and opportunities.Resolute Japan offers a rare and insightful perspective on the new corporate fabric of Japan, one that is sure to both challenge and enlighten leaders around the world.
Beating Burnout at Work: Why Teams Hold the Secret to Well-Being and Resilience
by Paula DavisA first-of-its-kind, science-backed toolkit takes a holistic approach to burnout prevention by helping individuals, teams, and leaders build resilience and thrive at work.Burnout has become one of the most talked about workplace topics, and its impact is far-reaching. The 24/7 pace of work, constant demands, and scant resources can easily put busy professionals on a path to burnout, a cycle that has only accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Burnout affects the health and well-being of the entire organization, yet most attempts to help focus on quick-fix strategies aimed at individuals. Something is missing.In Beating Burnout at Work: Why Teams Hold the Secret to Well-Being and Resilience, Paula Davis, founder of the Stress & Resilience Institute, provides a new framework to help organizations prevent employee burnout.Davis's research-driven, fast-reading, and actionable book is the first of its kind to explore a new solution to the burnout problem at work: a comprehensive approach focused on building the resilience of teams of all sizes. Davis argues that teams, and their leaders, are uniquely positioned to create the type of cultures that are needed to prevent burnout.In Beating Burnout at Work, Davis shares stories from her work coaching, teaching, and training leaders and teams of all sizes, and she explores:How she navigated her own burnout as a lawyer, and how that led her to study burnout and launch a business with the aim of helping organizations and their employees become more resilient; How teams and leaders can utilize simple, science-backed strategies to create cultures that promote resilience and well-being and reduce burnout; How the Mayo Clinic, one of the most renowned medical centers in the world, has developed a powerful model to reduce burnout in its organization; How organizations dealing with high-stress challenges, including the US Army, work to increase resilience in a systemic way; andHow the German company trivago is piloting a new approach to work amid COVID-19 in order to increase team connection and resilience.Solving the burnout puzzle requires a systemic approach. In Beating Burnout at Work, Davis offers an actionable method to help leaders create cultures of well-being and resilience in their organizations.
Lead Well: 5 Mindsets to Engage, Retain, and Inspire Your Team
by Paula DavisA holistic, research-backed framework to future-proof your leadership and unlock the full potential of your teamIn the wake of the pandemic and on the cusp of the generative AI revolution, the world of work has undergone a seismic shift. Chronic stress, burnout, and employee disengagement have reached crisis levels, and leaders are struggling to keep their teams motivated and inspired amid relentless change and uncertainty. Conventional management approaches are no longer sufficient, demanding a new leadership framework to address the root causes of these challenges.To meet this moment, Lead Well: 5 Mindsets to Engage, Retain, and Inspire Your Team provides a timely and practical blueprint for a new era of leadership. Drawing on extensive research and workshops with thousands of leaders, Paula Davis, CEO and founder of the Stress & Resilience Institute and author of Beating Burnout at Work, offers a transformative approach to building high-performing teams that can adapt and grow, even in the face of relentless change.Lead Well offers actionable tools and insights to help you and your team today:+ Discover the 5 Lead Well mindsets that can transform your team’s well-being at work;+ Explore research-backed strategies to foster a greater sense of purpose, meaning, and values alignment at work;+ Gain techniques to improve workload management, work-life integration, and sustainable productivity;+ Develop skills to build team cohesion and a culture of trust and support;+ Cultivate practices that boost systemic resilience and help teams adapt to disruption; and+ Implement Tiny Noticeable Things (TNTs) that can be quickly adopted by teams.Davis’s first book, Beating Burnout at Work, addressed individuals and teams experiencing significant stress. This new book offers a method for addressing the factors that can lead to counterproductive stress and disengagement.Whether you’re a seasoned leader or an emerging manager, Lead Well provides a holistic, research-backed framework to future-proof your leadership and unlock the full potential of your team. Navigating today’s turbulent work landscape has never been more critical—or more achievable.
Kapitalismus Populismus Demokratie: Oder: Warum Populismus Ihren Wohlstand gefährdet. (essentials)
by Hans-Jörg Naumer Stefan HofrichterDieses Essential untersucht Gründe für das Erstarken des Populismus weltweit aus vor allem ökonomischer Perspektive, und belegt welche Folgen populistische Regierungen für Wachstum, Wohlstand und Finanzmärkte haben. Dabei wird deutlich, dass der Populismus über Wachstumseinbußen schnell in einen Teufelskreis münden kann, der auch Kapitalerträge gefährdet. Der "populistische Teufelskreis" kann durchbrochen werden, indem dem Gespinst aus Fakenews, Abstiegssorgen und Verteilungskämpfen ökonomische Lösungen entgegengesetzt werden. Die Autoren spenden ihr Honorar an das Kinderhilfswerk „Die Arche&“. Der Inhalt Analyse des Populismus aus ökonomischer Perspektive Auswirkungen auf Wachstum, Wohlstand, Inflation und Kapitalanlage Lösungen, wie der „populistische Teufelskreis&“ durchbrochen werden kann
Transdisciplinary Thinking and Acting: Fundamentals and Perspectives (Transdisciplinary Management of Ecological and Social Crises)
by Mathias SchüzComplex problems can only be overcome with complex solutions. This dictum by Albert Einstein also applies to current world problems such as climate change, species extinction, the littering of our planet, and the growing gap between rich and poor. They overwhelm individual scientific disciplines. Therefore, they can only be solved through transdisciplinarity, i.e. beyond the individual disciplines in interaction with empirical knowledge of different provenance and philosophical reflection. This first volume of the book series "Transdisciplinary Management of Social and Ecological Crises" explains how transdisciplinarity is to be understood in general, what approaches exist, and how they contribute to solving the various world problems. In this context, the book addresses, among other things, the replacement of man's claim to dominion over nature, the overcoming of culturally determined boundaries in human communities, and integrative and agile management methods in business, politics, art, and society. It deals with a sustainable circular economy, new forms of politics in the interest of all instead of a few, learning from artists, healthy and environmentally sound nutrition, and spiritual mindfulness in dealing with oneself and other ways of life. Thus, the book is aimed at a broad audience from different disciplines interested in the perspective of and interaction with other disciplines to solve global problems. Chapter "Methodology of Transdisciplinarity–Levels of Reality, Logic of the Included Middle and Complexity" is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.
Motive bei der Integration von Geschlechtlichkeit und Sexualität bei adoleszenten Männern: Eine handlungspsychologische Studie
by Markus HoffmannGegenstand der Studie ist die Integration von Geschlechtlichkeit und Sexualität adoleszenter Männer im Kontext von Alltag und Alltagshandlungen. Auf der Basis der handlungstheoretischen Entwicklungspsychologie wird in dieser qualitativen Forschungsarbeit die These vertreten, dass der Adoleszente das Werk seiner selbst ist, der die Entwicklung und die Integration seiner Sexualität und Geschlechtsidentität im Alltag vorantreibt. An der Studie nahmen 50 Männer im Alter von 13 bis 25 Jahren teil. Die Arbeit zeigt, wie sich die Motive, die Entwicklungsaufgaben und Bewältigungs- und Handlungsformen bei der Integration der körperlichen Veränderung, der Entwicklung von romantischen Beziehungen, dem Lernen von Sexualität und der Entwicklung der Geschlechtsrolle über die Spanne der Adoleszenz aus der Sicht junger Männer verändern. Durch die Generierung von Handlungstypen machen die Ergebnisse die psychische und soziale Auseinandersetzung in verschiedenen Phasen der Adoleszenz sichtbar, wie deren Veränderung über die Zeit. Die Forschungsarbeit greift auf innovative Weise ein Thema von wissenschaftlicher und praktischer Relevanz auf, das bisher nicht in dieser differenzierten Form empirisch untersucht wurde.
Neuroimmune Pharmacology and Therapeutics
by Howard E. Gendelman Tsuneya IkezuBridging neuroscience, immunology, and pharmacology, and bringing together the foremost authorities, Neuroimmune Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 3rd edition, is an invaluable reference and textbook. The text discusses the immunology of the nervous system. New chapters are offered on innate, humoral, and cellular immune responses (innate and adaptive immunity). The additions join each component of the immune response in descriptions for how each affects nervous system function in both health and disease. Next, discussions of neuropharmacology now include both drug development and delivery into brain subregions to optimize clinical responses. This edition features greatly expanded coverage of therapeutics. The new extensions have blossomed into focused therapies engaging the immune system directly, deploying it for drug delivery, attracting the newly evolving field of genetics, vaccinations, and bioengineering, ultimately leading to improved therapeutic disease outcomes. All of the revisions in this edition are designed to bring an early trainee together with a skilled clinical and translational scientist to discuss the state of the art in each part of the emerging field of immunity as it affects the nervous system during steady state and disease and how it can be harnessed for therapeutics and clinical benefit.
The Cruciate Ligaments in Total Knee Arthroplasty: Design, Function and Rehabilitation
by Giles R. Scuderi Alfred J. Tria Jr.This book discusses total knee arthroplasty (TKA) with respect to the status of the cruciate ligaments in the replacement. The evolution of knee replacements, along with basic anatomy and kinematics of the knee, open up the presentation, with subsequent chapters on the present state of the art for each design with respect to the cruciate ligaments. The next chapters describe current and developing surgical techniques and technologies for various partial and total knee arthroplasty, including robotic and artificial intelligence techniques. Concluding chapters cover physical therapy following TKA, comparative kinematic analysis of modern designs, and future considerations for management. With authors from a variety of backgrounds - biomechanics experts, arthroplasty surgeons, rehabilitation physicians and physical therapists - this book will appeal to a broad audience including surgeons in practice, residents in training, surgeons involved in new knee designs, biomechanical engineers, and the physical therapists.
Nanotechnology Based Microbicides and Immune Stimulators
by Suriya Rehman Ebtesam Al-SuhaimiThis book reviews the use of nano-based drug delivery systems and biomaterials to enhance the immune system against infectious diseases. It focusses on the inbuilt immunoreactive properties of nanomaterials and the advancement in its engineering to modulate the immune system either via immune-stimulation or immunosuppression. The book further discusses the use of nanoparticle-based vaccines to improve vaccine efficacy, immunization strategies, and targeted delivery to achieve desired immune responses at the cellular level against infectious diseases. Perhaps, book focusses on nanoscale diagnostics that offer new approaches for sensitive health monitoring that are potable and can guide the use of nanoscale therapies. This book explores the potential of immunomodulatory nanotechnologies, focusing not only on their benefits, but also on biocompatibility, and toxicity concerns, while highlighting promising innovations in Interferon-based immune therapies and addressing key challenges in achieving safe, scalable nanotech products. The book would encompass broad topics to attract the diverse specialty of physicians, health professionals, students, faculty, and researchers of nanotechnology, nanomedicine, infectious diseases, public health, immunology, bacteriology, virology, pathology, biotechnology, toxicology, and biomedical technology.
Ricinus Communis: A Climate Resilient Commercial Crop for Sustainable Environment
by Rana Pratap Singh Kuldeep BauddhDue to the diverse properties of Ricinus communis (castor), this book provides a comprehensive account of castor as a ‘climate resilient and value-added crop.’ It explores the morphological variations, various cultivation techniques, genotypic differences, suitable soil types, and the crop’s yield. The book also discusses the phytoremediation efficiency of castor, focusing on its role in restoring degraded lands, abandoned mining sites, and lands contaminated by heavy metals. The application of suitable plants for the restoration of degraded lands is an efficient method due to its ecological and economic viability. Castor is a hardy angiosperm with multiple benefits. It serves the dual purpose of being an excellent phytoremediator and a source of bioenergy. Additionally, castor has proven effective in treating several human diseases. The castor plant's ability to thrive in stressed soils makes it particularly suitable for the phytoremediation of polluted lands in various climatic conditions. Given its wide range of industrial uses, castor has gained significant attention for further exploration of its biology, cultivation techniques, and genotypic variations. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, botanists, capacity builders, and policymakers. It also serves as good reading material for undergraduate and master students of botany, ecology, and environmental sciences. National and international agricultural scientists, ecologists, and policymakers will also find it a valuable resource
Neuroendocrine and Oral Cancers: An Interdisciplinary Approach (Interdisciplinary Cancer Research #14)
by Nima RezaeiThe “Neuroendocrine and Oral Cancers: An Interdisciplinary Approach” is the fourteenth volume of the “Interdisciplinary Cancer Research” series, publishes comprehensive volume on diagnosis and treatment of neuroendocrine tumors and oral cancers. The volume starts with a chapter on signaling pathways in neurological cancers and a general chapter on neuroendocrine neoplasms. Thyroid cancer and adrenal gland carcinoma as two examples of endocrine tumors are explained in this volume. The other chapters focus on oral cancers, where biomarkers for diagnosis and therapeutic opportunities are discussed. The last chapter also explains the challenges on oral and dental care on oncology. This is the main concept of Cancer Immunology Project (CIP), which is a part of Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN). This interdisciplinary book will be of special value for neurologists, endocrinologists, dentists, oncologists who wish to have an update on diagnosis and treatment of endocrine tumors and oral cancers.
Silicon Valley Python Engineer Interview Guide: Data Structure, Algorithm, and System Design
by Jianfeng Ren Andric LiSilicon Valley Python Interview Guide: Data Structures, Algorithms, and System Design is an essential resource for aspiring software engineers preparing for technical interviews at top-tier companies. This book provides a comprehensive roadmap, covering foundational concepts, practical coding techniques, and advanced problem-solving strategies to help candidates excel in interviews. With a focus on Python, the book equips readers with the skills to tackle challenging coding problems, design scalable systems, and communicate solutions effectively. In the first half, the book delves into core data structures (lists, stacks, queues, graphs, and trees) and algorithms (binary search, dynamic programming, DFS, BFS, and backtracking),offering practical examples and Python implementations. The latter half transitions to system design, including big data architectures, distributed systems, and machine learning workflows. Case studies on real-world applications like Tiny URL, autocomplete systems, and Chat GPT-like models provide hands-on insights. Whether you are an early-career engineer or an experienced professional, this guide is designed to enhance your preparation with real-world examples, tested code, and proven strategies. It is more than a technical handbook—it is your roadmap to building confidence and securing a role in the competitive tech industry.
Faraday Laser: A Frequency-Stabilized Diode Laser Based on Faraday Atomic Optical Filters
by Jia Zhang Yaqi Wang Jingbiao Chen Tiantian Shi Duo Pan Zheyi Ge Zijie Liu Xiaomin QinThis book systematically introduces the basic principles and technologies of Faraday lasers, starting from the development history and trends of diode lasers. High-precision frequency-stabilized diode lasers are essential instruments for frontier scientific research. They are the core components in the booming fields of quantum precision measurement, time-frequency communication, and atomic physics, and are of great significance to economic development and security construction. It elaborates on the significant advantages of Faraday lasers, based on the Faraday atomic optical filter, including their ability to automatically align with atomic transition lines during startup and their resistance to temperature and current disturbances. Additionally, the book covers the practical applications and significant value of Faraday lasers in devices such as cesium atomic clocks, atomic gravimeters, and underwater optical communication systems. It also explores the future development trends of Faraday lasers. This book is suitable for researchers and engineers in the field of frequency-stabilized diode lasers, and can also be used as a textbook for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in quantum precision measurement, precision spectroscopy, and related fields. The basis of English translation of this book, originally in Chinese, was facilitated by artificial intelligence. The content was later revised by the authors for accuracy.
Das Experiment einer Minderheitsregierung in Thüringen: Eine politikwissenschaftliche Bilanz der Regierung Ramelow (2020-2024) (BestMasters)
by Marius MiehlkeIst das Experiment einer rot-rot-grünen Minderheitsregierung in Thüringen gelungen und welche Bilanz kann aus politikwissenschaftlicher Perspektive gezogen werden? Das wird mit Hilfe eines deskriptiv-analytischen Mixed-Method-Forschungsdesign in diesem Buch beantwortet. Herausgearbeitet wird, was die zentralen Akteure, Ereignisse, Konflikte und Ergebnisse der Minderheitsregierung Ramelow waren. Außerdem wird der legislative Output anhand der Parlamentsdokumentation des Thüringer Landtages analysiert und der öffentliche Rückhalt zugunsten der Regierungsparteien und landespolitischen Akteure anhand der Ergebnisse repräsentativer Umfragen wie dem Thüringen-Monitor ausgewertet. Informationen aus Expert*inneninterviews mit Minister*innen ergänzen die einzelnen Analysen.
Everyday Life in the Philippines, 1657–1699: Selections from the Manuscripts of Juan de Paz
by Norah L. A. Gharala Marya Svetlana T. Camacho Juan O. MesquidaThis book examines the legacy of one of the most influential members of Spanish society in the seventeenth-century Philippines, Dominican scholar Juan de Paz. Using a unique manuscript from the collections of the Archivo de la Universidad de Santo Tomás in Manila, the authors provide a window into the concerns, problems, and entanglements of people of different ethnicities, occupations, and stations in life. Paz’s writings resolving conflicts and weighing in on questions (consultas) have not previously been translated into English. The transcriptions, translations, and editorial introductions collected in this volume therefore make it an invaluable resource for students and scholars interested in the cultural and social history of the Philippines and the Spanish empire.
Futureproofing Engineering Education for Global Responsibility: Proceedings of the 27th International Conference on Interactive Collaborative Learning (ICL2024), Volume 1 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1260)
by Michael E. Auer Tiia RüütmannThis book contains papers in the fields of: Collaborative learning. Digital transition in education. AI and learning analytics in engineering education. Diversity in engineering education. The authors are currently witnessing a significant transformation in the development of education on all levels and especially in post-secondary and higher education. To face these challenges, higher education must find innovative and effective ways to respond in a proper way. Changes have been made in the way we teach and learn, including the massive use of new means of communication, such as videoconferencing and other technological tools. Moreover, the current explosion of artificial intelligence tools is challenging teaching practices maintained for centuries. Scientifically based statements as well as excellent best practice examples are necessary for effective teaching and learning engineering. The 27th International Conference on Interactive Collaborative Learning (ICL2024) and 53rd Conference of International Society for Engineering Pedagogy (IGIP), which took place in Tallinn, Estonia, between 24 and 27 September 2024, was the perfect place where current trends in higher education were presented and discussed. IGIP conferences have been held since 1972 on research results and best practices in teaching and learning from the point of view of engineering pedagogy science. ICL conferences have been held since 1998 being devoted to new approaches in learning with a focus on collaborative learning in Higher Education. Nowadays, the ICL conferences are a forum of the exchange of relevant trends and research results as well as the presentation of practical experiences in learning and Engineering Pedagogy. In this way, the authors try to bridge the gap between ‘pure’ scientific research and the everyday work of educators. Interested readership includes policymakers, academics, educators, researchers in pedagogy and learning theory, schoolteachers, learning industry, further and continuing education lecturers, etc.
Am liebsten beides: Wie gelange ich zu passenden Entscheidungen?
by Lukas NiederbergerDieses Buch befasst sich mit den wenigen bewusst, frei und ganzheitlich getroffenen Entscheidungen, die wegweisend für unser Leben sind. Dieses Buch vermittelt keine fertigen Rezepte, sondern bietet hilfreiche Werkzeuge, damit die Wahl zwischen zahllosen Optionen nicht zur Qual wird, sondern zur Möglichkeit, unser Leben in Verbindung mit unseren Zielen und Werten selbstbestimmt zu führen.
Chemical Reference Materials for Oceanography: History, Production, and Certification (Springer Oceanography)
by Michio Aoyama Chikako Cheong Akihiko MurataThis open access book explores the history, production, and certification of reference materials for essential parameters in oceanography and provides a comprehensive understanding of them to readers. Because inorganic macro-nutrients, salinity, dissolved oxygen, and carbonate system parameters, including dissolved inorganic carbon, total alkalinity, and pH, are essential parameters in oceanography, they can be used to define biogeographic provinces, monitor ocean health, and detect decadal-scale oceanic climate changes. Without reference materials for these parameters, it would be difficult to produce reliable data sets or long-term baseline studies that are required to verify global change and oceanic stability. The book includes chapters on developing new reference materials for density, dissolved oxygen, dissolved organic carbon, dissolved organic matter, and trace metals, which are also important in oceanographic studies. The lead authors of each chapter regarding these parameters are top scientists in these areas; hence, this is the most comprehensive book of chemical reference materials for ocean science, written by experts in each field. The book is a useful resource for readers to find the latest information and status of certified reference materials (CRM) and reference materials (RM) and of ways to use CRM in their studies. We are in the middle of the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021–2030), to which this book makes a timely contribution.
XR and Metaverse: Proceedings of the 9th International XR-Metaverse Conference 2024, Busan, South Korea (Springer Proceedings in Business and Economics)
by Timothy Jung M. Claudia tom Dieck Seok Chan Jeong Sung-Hee Kim Daniel Sahl S. J. KimThis book offers a comprehensive collection of the latest research presented at the 9th International XR-Metaverse Conference held in Busan, South Korea, in 2024. Its goal is to bridge the gap between academia and industry by advancing the state of the art in Metaverse, XR, AI-based AR and VR technologies, and by exploring their applications in various fields such as business, marketing, education, health care, tourism, events, fashion, entertainment, retail, and the gaming industry. Including contributions by prominent XR scholars from around the globe, the book addresses a wide range of significant topics concerning XR and the Metaverse. Showcasing cutting-edge research outputs, it is of interest to both academics and practitioners eager to catch up on the latest developments in this rapidly evolving field.