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Disease Knows No Politics
by Dr. Elias Zerhouni Edward KrizA memoir of medicine, scientific integrity, and the unwavering belief that disease knows no politics.Disease Knows No Politics is a timely, inspiring memoir that champions the American Dream and defends the National Institutes of Health (NIH) while recounting the extraordinary immigrant journey of Dr. Elias Zerhouni: former NIH director under President George W. Bush, presidential envoy under President Barack Obama, and treating physician for President Ronald Reagan. Dr. Zerhouni, who was asked to consider directing President Trump&’s Operation Warp Speed to create a COVID vaccine, has crafted a memoir and urgent manifesto emphasizing that &“disease knows no politics.&” He argues that science and public health must remain separate from partisan politics. As NIH director, he upheld this principle while navigating political storms, including the embryonic stem cell debate, ensuring the agency served all Americans, regardless of politics, race, religion, or gender. Dr. Zerhouni spent much of his childhood amidst the Algerian war for Independence, and he later arrived in America in the 1970s from Algiers with his wife, Nadia, and just a few hundred dollars. He built his career as a radiologist and scientist through groundbreaking research and tireless patient care. From Johns Hopkins University to the NIH, Sanofi, and ModeX and OPKO Health, his life journey took him through the heights of academia, government, and industry. Dr. Zerhouni credits America and the tireless support of his wife, Nadia, for making his success possible. His memoir is a tribute to the country that shaped him and a call to protect scientific integrity from political interference.
Whole Grain Cookbook: Wheat, Barley, Oats, Rye, Amaranth, Spelt, Corn, Millet, Quinoa, and More
by A. D. LivingstonGrain truly is the staff of life—tasty, versatile, and highly nutritious. This terrific and comprehensive cookbook offers authentic, eclectic, homespun recipes that showcase a variety of different grains at their best, whether on their own or cooked with vegetables or meat. From the familiar oat to exotic ancient crops, The Whole Grain Cookbook celebrates the good eating offered by 20 different whole grains: amaranth, quinoa, corn (maize), wheat, spelt, QK-77, triticale, rye, oats, rice, barley, millet, teff, sorghum, fonio, buckwheat, chickpeas, beans and peas, seeds, and nuts. Also included is information on how to store whole grain and how to grind your own meal and flour with a home milling machine (as with coffee and pepper, freshly ground grains are more flavorful, and less expensive, than store-bought). Appetizing, informative, and uncomplicated, this is a resource you&’ll return to again and again.
Advances in Neural Computation, Machine Learning, and Cognitive Research IX: Selected Papers from the XXVII International Conference on Neuroinformatics, October 20-24, 2025, Moscow, Russia (Studies in Computational Intelligence #1241)
by Valentin V. Klimov Boris Kryzhanovsky Witali Dunin-Barkowski Vladimir Redko Yury TiumentsevThis book describes new theories and applications of artificial neural networks, with a special focus on answering questions in neuroscience, biology and biophysics and cognitive research. It covers a wide range of methods and technologies, including deep neural networks, large-scale neural models, brain–computer interface, signal processing methods, as well as models of perception, studies on emotion recognition, self-organization and many more. The book includes both selected and invited papers presented at the XXVII International Conference on Neuroinformatics, held on October 20–24, 2025, in Moscow, Russia.
Proceedings of 2025 16th International Conference on Materials and Manufacturing Technologies (Springer Proceedings in Materials #92)
by Laichang ZhangThe book gathers selected, reviewed contributions presented at the 16th International Conference on Materials and Manufacturing Technologies, held during March 21-23 2025, Sendai, Japan. It highlights recent innovative methods and developments in materials and manufacturing technologies. A wide range of topics are discussed in this book, which includes Structural Materials, Metallic Materials, Materials Processing, Chemical Materials, Optical/Electronic Materials, Magnetic Materials, Cryogenic Materials, Micro/Nano Machining, Metal Forming, biomaterials, building materials, Green Manufacturing, Non-Conventional Machining Processes, Additive Manufacturing, Subtractive Manufacturing, Advanced Manufacturing Processes. This volume of proceedings is also suitable for researchers and practitioners who are engaged in the interdisciplinary fields of materials science and manufacturing engineering.
Introduction to the Philosophy of Mathematics (Mathematics Study Resources #22)
by Jörg NeunhäusererWhat kind of objects does mathematics investigate, and in what sense do these objects exist? Why are we justified in considering mathematical statements as part of our knowledge, and how can they be validated?A philosophy of mathematics seeks to answer such questions. In this introduction, we present the major positions in the philosophy of mathematics and formulate their core ideas into clear, accessible theses. Readers will learn which philosophers developed each position and the historical context in which they emerged. Drawing on fundamental intuitions and scientific findings, one can argue for or against these theses – such arguments form the second focus of this book.The book aims to encourage readers to reflect on the philosophy of mathematics, to develop their own stance, and to learn how to argue for it. This book is a translation of the original German 2nd edition. The translation was done with the help of an artificial intelligence machine translation tool. A subsequent human revision was done primarily in terms of content, so that the book may read stylistically differently from a conventional translation.
Influencer Marketing: Für Unternehmen und Creators: Strategien, Erfolgsfaktoren, Best Cases, rechtlicher Rahmen. Mit vielen Beispielen
by Marlis JahnkeDieses Buch stellt fundiert und pragmatisch die Erfolgsfaktoren des Influencer-Marketings sowohl für Unternehmen als auch für Creators dar. Marketingprofis erfahren, ob Influencer-Marketing für ihre Ziele geeignet ist und wie sie es erfolgreich in ihre Kommunikationsstrategie einbauen.Zahlreiche Branchenexperten beleuchten, wie Unternehmen die passenden Influencer finden, richtig briefen sowie mit ihnen erfolgreich zusammenarbeiten und dabei den rechtlichen Rahmen im Auge behalten. Creators erhalten wertvolle Anregungen, wie sie ihre Karriere weiter professionalisieren und ausbauen können. Sowohl Influencer als auch Marketingprofis in Unternehmen erhalten in diesem Werk Expertenwissen, denn nur durch ein professionelles Zusammenspiel in dieser mitunter fragilen Beziehung können beide Seiten erfolgreich sein.Die 3. Auflage wurde vollständig überarbeitet und auf den neuesten Stand gebracht, u.a. mit den Themen virtuelle Influencer und künstliche Intelligenz sowie der wachsenden Bedeutung von LinkedIn. Mit Beiträgen von Sandra Gärtner, Ann-Kathrin Harms, Fabian Held, André Krüger, Stefanie Lefeldt, Moritz Meyer, Jeanette Okwu, Christina Richter, Adil Sbai, Monika Sekara, Tim Hendrik Walter (@HerrAnwalt), Susanne Wilpers.
Urban Watershed Microbiology, Volume 2: Environmental Indicators, Regional Case Studies, and Bioremediation Strategies
by Sonia M. Tiquia-Arashiro Gertjan Medema Eunice Ubomba-Jaswa Hidetoshi Urakawa Victor Ella Nelson LibardiThis book addresses significant gaps in our understanding of how watershed microbial structures and functions respond to the pressures of urbanization. It consolidates rapidly evolving, yet often fragmented, global data on watershed microbiomes, providing critical insights into the impacts of urban pollution, human health risks, and long-term ecological consequences. Featuring the latest technological advancements in biological monitoring, microbial source-tracking technologies, and strategies for effective watershed management, this volume serves as a comprehensive and reliable source for the current state of urban watershed microbiology. It examines the unique challenges urbanization presents to ecosystems, especially in terms of atmospheric chemistry, hydrology, vegetation, and how these factors disrupt microbial communities that mediate essential ecosystem services like water purification, nutrient recycling, and degradation of pollutants. Together this two-volume work delves into the mechanisms behind the urban watershed syndrome—ecological degradation of streams—and explores many unanswered questions that hinder progress in understanding urban watershed microbiomes. With original research articles, reviews, and perspectives, this collection is a key resource for microbiologists, environmental scientists, engineers, and professionals involved in water quality, ecosystem management, and land-use planning. The hope is that this volume will inspire new breakthroughs, drive further research, and ultimately help shape effective strategies for addressing the ecological challenges of urban watersheds.
Hyperbaric Medicine: Recent Advances and Clinical Scenarios
by Vishal MagoThe book covers all aspects of hyperbaric medicine, including newer topics such as telemedicine in hyperbaric oxygen therapy, infertility, and evidence-based research. It provides an in-depth understanding of the physiological principles and operational intricacies involved in treating patients in a safe environment. The chapters discuss the approach, protocols, and management of different indications for hyperbaric medicine, offering valuable tips and tricks for patient care. It also presents a systematic approach to managing conditions such as infertility, avascular necrosis of the hip, traumatic brain injury, and compromised flaps. The book delves into technical aspects, highlighting the physics and various gas laws relevant to hyperbaric medicine. Additionally, it covers new concepts, ethical issues, side effects, and the role of hyperbaric medicine in the nursing domain. The intended audience includes medical practitioners, undergraduate and postgraduate students, and nursing personnel.
Crime Buff's Guide to Outlaw Pennsylvania (Crime Buff's Guides)
by Ron Franscell Karen ValentineThe Crime Buff's Guide to Outlaw Pennsylvania is the ultimate guidebook to the crime, injustice, and seedy history of the Keystone State. With photographs, maps, directions, and sites to visit, this collection of outlaw tales serves as both a travel guide and an entertaining and informational read. It is a one-of-a-kind exploration into well-known and more obsure sites in Pennsylvania that retain memories of bandits and their scandalous deeds. The Crime Buff series offers indispensable guidebooks for criminal-history enthusiasts and travelers. Each site description includes a brief summary of the spot&’s significance, historical context, maps, directions, and photos. Appealing to both residents and visitors, the books reveal the exploits of famous and less famous outlaws in an irresistable and informational manner. Readers will be shocked, unsettled, and captivated by the true stories and secrets illuminated in the Outlaw collection.
Robin Emery: Maine's First Lady of Road Racing
by Ed RiceRobin Emery of Ellsworth, Maine is a pioneer in the sport of road racing, or distance running. She fell in love with the sport of running in 1967 and, fifty years later, she is still at it. When she started, women weren&’t allowed to race with men and there were no sports teams for girls in schools, but that was no deterrent. Robin persisted, trying a range of sports as a child from golf to football before establishing herself in the field of running. Along the way she has encouraged and inspired countless girls and women—including Maine&’s Olympic gold medal winning Joan Benoit Samuelson.
Survive: Snow Country (Survive)
by Jeff HenryLightweight and small enough to fit in your pocket or tucked into your backpack, Survive Snow Country is the must-have item to keep with you in case you find yourself in a snowy survival situation. Including topics on administering basic first-aid, finding food and water, building shelter, and mental preparation, Survive Snow Country also has full-color images throughout. Expert outdoor enthusiast Jeff Henry gives you the absolute essential information needed to get you home safely.Inside you&’ll find:How to build fire, construct shelter, find water, and get foodNavigation, orienteering, and signaling Worst-case-scenario advice for precarious situationsTips for common trail concerns, from snow storms to blisters
Mythical Creatures of Maine: Fantastic Beasts from Legend and Folklore
by Christopher PackardMaine folklore is rich in tales of humans confronted by strange beasts, both wonderful and terrifying. The Abenaki, or &“First People&” had their tales of Glooskap and Pamola. Other tales came with European settlers; and others sprang up almost out of nothing around the fires of the logging camps.Based on meticulous research into these legends and folk tales, this volume is an encyclopedia, a field guide to the creatures that can be found in Maine and beyond. While the tales are whimsical and fun, they can also be considered serious scholarship.
What Lies Beneath Colorado: Pioneer Cemeteries and Graveyards
by Eilene LyonWhat Lies Beneath Colorado Pioneer Cemeteries and Graveyards explores the hidden personal trials and triumphs discovered in Colorado&’s oldest cemeteries, bringing the history of the state to life. Covering the entire state by region, the stories explore Spanish conquest, Native American history, the gold rush, community development, homesteading and ranching, love and loss, conflict and resolution, scandal and honor. Sidebars include material on Hispano culture in southern Colorado, headstones and cenotaphs, notable historic figures, cemetery lore, Ute treaties, crime and punishment. A must read for any fan of western history and an excellent resource for Colorado family historians.
Player Piano
by Arthur A. ReblitzA treatise on how player pianos function, and how to get them back into top playing condition if they don't work. For beginners and experienced technicians alike.
Wildflowers of Maine
by Melissa Dow CullinaWildflowers of Maine presents a selection of the color paintings, of pioneering botanist Kate Furbish. Including some of the more prominent flowers to be found in Maine, plus a few rarities, this delightful gift formatted edition is a treat for the senses and a testament to Kate Furbish&’s lifelong passion to record all of Maine's plants and flowers in meticulous watercolor paintings.
Great Food Finds San Francisco: Delicious Food from the City's Top Eateries
by Carolyn JungFood, cooking and restaurants reflect the spirit of Washington, DC, the people who live there, and their many cultures and cuisines. Culinary traditions here are firm, but there is a dynamic food/dining evolution taking place––from the finest white tablecloth restaurants to homey mom and pop cafes and chic new eateries. Great Food Finds Washington, DC features recipes for the home cook from the Capital&’s most celebrated eateries alongside beautiful photography.
Ultimate Guide to Bird Dog Training: A Realistic Approach To Training Close-Working Gun Dogs For Tight Cover Conditions
by Jerome B. RobinsonTHE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BIRD DOG TRAINING explains how to train a bird dog to hunt at a pace that suits a man walking, and to point and hold birds with all the elegance and style of a field trial champion. It combines successful traditional methods with modern electronic techniques to show how the nation's top professional gun dog trainers develop reliable hunting dogs that are easy to control, exciting to watch, and stylish on point. Topics covered include: Electronic training aids Selecting and starting pupsHow to prevent gun shynessBackyard bird dog practiceUsing your dog afield for the first timeTeaching dogs to quarter ahead of the gunUsing the wind to your advantageAnd much moreThe author has traveled around the United States for more than thirty years studying how professional trainers develop the most dependable and enjoyable hunting dogs, and passing that information on to readers. In this invaluable volume, he provides everything the sportsman or -woman needs to know to train pointing dogs for hunting in the close-cover conditions found in most parts of the country today.
Small-Town Wisconsin: Fun, Surprising, and Exceptional Road Trips
by Mary BerginYou know the adage. Good things come in small packages. Here&’s proof: dozens of delicious little destinations that delight travelers who crave fun, safe, surprising, and under-the-radar escapes from big-city bustle and congestion. Time to downshift and discover the natural beauty, unique spirit, and enduring character of unusual burgs of Wisconsin. An eclectic mix of communities makes the cut for this selective guide to rural treasures, many of which are lesser known because of limited or no advertising. Visit for an hour, day, overnight or longer. All these special places have a population of no more than 5,000 people, and many have less than 1,000.
Notaufnahme: Von A wie Adrenalin bis Z wie Zusammenbruch
by Marian C. PoetzschDieses Buch erläutert amüsant und kurzweilig, worauf man sich bei der Arbeit in der Notaufnahme gefasst machen kann. Für alle, die sich mit der nötigen Prise Humor auf den Dienst vorbereiten wollen oder zwischendurch nochmal nachschauen wollen, was z.B. ein GOMER war.
Current Approach to Heart Failure
by Maria Dorobanţu Frank Ruschitzka Piotr PonikowskiThis extensively updated new edition describes the link between heart failure guidelines and clinical practice, and represents a complementary tool to help physicians to be well informed regarding this important field. The topic of heart failure is continuously changing, with considerable developments over the past 5 years. The pathophysiology is better understood and there is a trend for a better characterization of special population groups, such as oncologic patients. New imaging techniques have become valuable tools for the diagnosis of heart failure, while pharmacological and novel cell and gene treatments have evolved enormously. The challenge for practitioners is making the right selection of treatment strategy that best fits a patient. Current Approach to Heart Failure presents detailed information on the indications, selection and mechanism of action of these treatments, whether they be mechanical circulatory devices or pharmacological treatments. The contemporary pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of heart failure targets early prevention of disease progression and the avoidance of heart transplant. In the era of shortage of donors, prevention is the mainstay of the therapeutic strategy, which mirrors the main philosophy of this book. This textbook therefore represents an essential tool for professionals from all the fields of cardiology: non-invasive cardiology, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology and cardiovascular imaging.
Enrichment of Low-Grade Phosphorites with Organic Acids: Selective Leaching and Sustainable Processing of Low-grade Phosphorites
by Yerkebulan RaiymbekovMonograph presents a detailed exploration of innovative technologies for processing and upgrading low-grade phosphorites using organic acids. The book offers a comprehensive analysis of the selective leaching process, optimizing parameters such as temperature, pH, and acid concentration to maximize efficiency. It also includes experimental data on the structural and chemical changes in phosphorite materials during treatment, supported by advanced characterization techniques. Practical case studies demonstrate the environmental benefits of these sustainable methods, making this work an invaluable resource for researchers, industry professionals, and graduate students seeking modern, eco-friendly solutions for phosphate enrichment.
Proceeding of the 2nd International Conference on Machine Intelligence and Emerging Technologies: MIET 2024 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1235)
by M. Shamim Kaiser Mohammad Shamsul Arefin Md. Shahriare Satu Pietro Lio'This book is a collection of high-quality research papers presented at the Second International Conference on Machine Intelligence and Emerging Technologies, MIET 2024, hosted by Noakhali Science and Technology University, Noakhali, Bangladesh, during 8-9 November 2024. This book focuses on theoretical, practical, state-of-art applications, and research challenges in the field of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. It is helpful for active researchers and practitioners in this field.
X-Ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy and Chemometrics: Instrumentations, Techniques, and Applications
by Vivek Kumar SinghThis book delves into X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy, focusing on instrumental developments and data analysis methods employing chemometrics for environmental applications. The integration of information from multiple datasets is gaining an increase in attention and significance in the environmental sciences. In this book, the contributors provide an up-to-date treatment of the most extensively used chemometric methods for predicting and interpreting spectroscopic data in environmental applications. This book describes recent trends in XRF spectroscopic methods, encompassing energy-dispersive and wavelength-dispersive X-ray fluorescence, synchrotron radiation-based XRF, micro-XRF, and total reflection-XRF. It delivers a comprehensive discussion on X-ray detectors and associated imaging applications, along with an exploration of the analytical capabilities of these methods, including detection limits, accuracy, and precision in measurements for environmental samples. Furthermore, this book discusses the numerous advantages and limitations of these techniques, highlighting the latest developments in algorithms based on machine learning, neural networks, and AI for spectroscopic data interpretation. This book caters to researchers across various branches of science and technology, aiming to introduce them to modern techniques coupled with advanced data analysis methods. It serves as a valuable reference for those engaged in XRF spectroscopy techniques, hyphenated XRF spectroscopic techniques, and the characterization of biomolecular systems and environmental samples.
Special Issues in Pharmacovigilance in Resource-Limited Countries
by Syed Rizwanuddin AhmadExamining the state of pharmacovigilance systems in resource-limited countries, this book addresses the critical role that pharmacovigilance systems play, as drugs and vaccines become increasingly accessible in these settings. Issues unique to these countries are explored, including medical product safety and quality problems, the nature of support needed to build pharmacovigilance system capacity to effective level, global and regional strategies and efforts to develop institutional and professional capacity; the challenges being faced and how these are being tackled. This book is a must-read resource for anyone involved in the provision of safe, and quality medical products; and its rational use in resource-limited settings, including staff of pharmacovigilance centers, regulatory authorities, academia, contract research organizations, the pharmaceutical industry, donor agencies and technical assistance providers.
The Book of Donkeys: A Guide to Selecting, Caring, and Training
by Donna Campbell SmithDonkeys are gaining in popularity across the country. They are used in trail riding, as pets, to guard livestock from coyotes and wild dogs, and as show animals. Donkeys are also used to breed mules, which are a hybrid produced by crossing a male donkey with a female horse. In The Book of Donkey, Donna Campbell Smith will cover the origin and history of donkeys world-wide. She will include chapters on breeds and types, care, housing, breeding, training, and the use of donkeys in the same format as her previous three books with Lyons Press. The Book of Donkeys will stand alone as an introduction to the world of donkeys and donkey keeping.