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High Resolution X-Ray Diffractometry And Topography
by D.K. Bowen Brian K. TannerThe rapid growth in the applications of electronic materials has created an increasing demand for reliable techniques for examining and characterizing these materials. This book explores the area of x-ray diffraction and the techniques available for deployment in research, development, and production. It maps the theoretical and practical background necessary to study single crystal materials using high resolution x-ray diffraction and topography. It combines mathematical formalism with graphical explanations and hands-on advice for interpreting data, thus providing the theoretical and practical background for applying these techniques in scientific and industrial materials characterization
Community Participation and Geographical Information Systems
by William J. Craig Trevor M. Harris Daniel WeinerHave you ever considered how much effect information technology has on society throughout the world? Progress often places lower income and marginalized communities at a distinct disadvantage. Community Participation and Geographic Information Systems, however, offers a detailed look at numerous incidences around the world where communities have ac
Biosensors and Environmental Health
by Victor R. Preedy Vinood B. PatelDiscussing the role biosensors play in detecting and monitoring environmental substances, Biosensors and Environmental Health provides key facts that can be applied to other areas of health and disease and a "mini-dictionary" of key terms and summary points. It covers personal toxicity testing, soil and risk assessment, pesticide, insecticides, par
Electroanalytical Chemistry: A Series of Advances: Volume 26
by Allen J. Bard Cynthia G. ZoskiThis book is part of an acclaimed continuing series designed to provide authoritative reviews on recent developments and applications of well-established techniques in the field of electroanalytical chemistry. The 26th volume explores three topics: nanoscale scanning electrochemical microscopy, electrochemical applications of scanning ion conductance microscopy, and electrode surface modification using diazonium salts. Each volume provides the necessary background and a starting point for graduate students undertaking related research projects as well as practicing analytical chemists concerned with electroanalytical techniques and their fundamental principles.
Cancer Supportive Care: Advances in Therapeutic Strategies (Translational Medicine)
by Gary H. Lyman Jeffrey CrawfordWritten with a broader perspective and knowledge, Cancer Supportive Care: Advances in Therapeutic Strategies presents state-of-the-art management options for the full range of symptoms, toxicities, and complications experienced by cancer patients. In addition to "bread and butter" topics such as pain control and nausea and vomiting, the book contai
Anesthetic Toxicity
by Susan A. Rice Kevin J. FishThis text is a source of information on the toxicity of anaesthetic agents. The editors define toxicity in a broad sense to mean an adverse effect, whether that effect is the result of pharmacological, toxicological, physiological, or other mechanisms. They bring together reviews by experts in the disciplines concerned - including biochemistry, gen
Groundwater Pollution in Africa
by Yongxin Xu Brent UsherIn 2000, various UN organizations launched a collaborative effort to assess the vulnerability of groundwater in several African cities. The project addressed the issue of aquifer vulnerability and the protection of groundwater quality. This book is a collection of thirty peer-reviewed papers on the topic, and provides a glimpse of the situation acr
Pharmaceutical Marketing: Strategy and Cases
by Mickey C. SmithReflecting the fascinating and dramatic changes in pharmacy, pharmaceutical education, and the pharmaceutical industry in recent years, this authoritative volume focuses on the practice of marketing both prescription and nonprescription medications. In a dozen comprehensive chapters, author Mickey Smith highlights the economic social, and
Handbook of Silicon Semiconductor Metrology
by Alain C. DieboldContaining more than 300 equations and nearly 500 drawings, photographs, and micrographs,this reference surveys key areas such as optical measurements and in-line calibration methods. It describes cleanroom-based measurement technology used during the manufacture of silicon integrated circuits and covers model-based, critical dimension, overlay
Perspectives in Crystallography
by John R. HelliwellCrystallography is one of the most multidisciplinary sciences, with roots in fields as varied as mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, materials science, computation and earth and planetary science. The structural knowledge gained from crystallography has been instrumental in acquiring new levels of understanding in numerous scientific areas. P
Handbook of Neuroprosthetic Methods
by Warren E. Finn Peter G. LoPrestiWork in the field of neuroprosthetics requires multidisciplinary teams, but these collaborators must meet on common ground to develop an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of each part of a bioengineering project. The Handbook of Neuroprosthetic Methods provides a comprehensive resource for the techniques, methodologies, and options
Practical Forensic Psychiatry
by Tom Clark Dharjinder Singh RoopraiSuccinct, structured, and focused, this book concentrates on the key facts and practical day-to-day issues vital to forensic psychiatry.Includes fact-oriented practical advice and clinically relevant examples Reflects current practice and the latest laws Provides tips on testifying in legal mattersFeatures a clear bullet point style to help readers
Introduction to Food Chemistry
by Richard Owusu-ApentenProviding a thorough introduction to the core areas of food science specified by the Institute of Food Technologists, Introduction to Food Chemistry focuses on principles rather than commodities and balances facts with explanations. The text covers the major areas of food science, including food chemistry, food analysis and methods for quality assu
Flora of tropical East Africa - Callitrichaceae (2003)
by H. J. Beentje S. A. GhazanfarPrepared at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in close collaboration with the East African Herbarium and in liaison with the University of Dar es Salaam, the University of Nairobi and the Makerere University, this series is designed to the highest academic standards and is a useful reference for anyone concerned with the identification and utilizatio
Flora of tropical East Africa - Balanitaceae (2003)
by H. J. Beentje S. A. GhazanfarPrepared at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in close collaboration with the East African Herbarium and in liaison with the University of Dar es Salaam, the University of Nairobi and the Makerere University, this series is designed to the highest academic standards and is a useful reference for anyone concerned with the identification and utilizatio
Honey Bees: Estimating the Environmental Impact of Chemicals
by James Devillers Minh-Hà Pham-DelègueHoney Bees: Estimating the Environmental Impact of Chemicals is an updated account of the different strategies for assessing the ecotoxicity of xenobiotics against these social insects, which play a key role in both ecology and agriculture. In addition to the classical acute laboratory test, semi-field cage tests and full field funnel tests, new te
Reliability Verification, Testing, and Analysis in Engineering Design
by Gary WassermanStriking a balance between the use of computer-aided engineering practices and classical life testing, this reference expounds on current theory and methods for designing reliability tests and analyzing resultant data through various examples using Microsoft® Excel, MINITAB, WinSMITH, and ReliaSoft software across multiple industries. The book disc
Engineering Technology and Applications: Proceedings of the 2014 International Conference on Engineering Technology and Applications (ICETA 2014), Tsingtao, China, 29-30 April 2014
by Fun Shao Wise Shu Tracy TianEngineering Technology and Applications contains the contributions presented at the 2014 International Conference on Engineering Technology and Applications (ICETA 2014, Tsingtao, China, 29-30 April 2014). The book is divided into three main topics: Civil and environmental engineering Electrical and computer engineering Mechanical engineeringCon
Ion Mobility Spectrometry - Mass Spectrometry: Theory and Applications
by Charles L. Wilkins Sarah TrimpinThe analytical power of ion mobility spectrometry-mass spectrometry (IMS-MS) instruments is poised to advance this technology from research to analytical laboratories. Exploring these developments at this critical juncture, Ion Mobility Spectrometry-Mass Spectrometry: Theory and Applications covers the tools, techniques, and applications involved when molecular size and shape information is combined with the well-known analytical advantages of high-performance mass spectrometry.One of the Most Exciting Developments in Contemporary Mass SpectrometryAfter presenting an overview chapter and the fundamentals, the book focuses on instrumentation and ionization sources. It describes an ion-mobility-capable quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometer, the differential mobility analyzer, a cryogenic-temperature ion mobility mass spectrometer, the atmospheric solids analysis probe method, and laserspray ionization. In the final applications-oriented chapters, the contributors explore how homebuilt and commercial instruments using electrospray ionization and matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization (MALDI) methods are employed to solve biological and synthetic issues.Harness the Power of IMS-MS for Analyzing Complex SubstancesThis work helps readers unfamiliar with IMS-MS to understand its fundamental theory and practical applications. It also encourages them to investigate the potential analytical uses of IMS-MS and further explore the power of this method. Numerous color figures are included on downloadable resources.
Characterisation of Radiation Damage by Transmission Electron Microscopy (Series in Microscopy in Materials Science)
by M.L Jenkins M.A KirkCharacterization of Radiation Damage by Transmission Electron Microscopy details the electron microscopy methods used to investigate complex and fine-scale microstructures, such as those produced by fast-particle irradiation of metals or ion implantation of semiconductors. The book focuses on the methods used to characterize small point-defect clus
Water Engineering and Management through Time: Learning from History
by Enrique Cabrera Francisco ArreguiWater Engineering and Management - Learning from History explores the pair technology / water use (an indivisible pair, since the first member of the binomial determines the second) which, in the light of the knowledge available in the 21st century and with a conception focused on the near future, goes beyond the limits set by nature itself. T
Fundamentals of MRI: An Interactive Learning Approach (Series in Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering)
by Elizabeth Berry Andrew J. BulpittFundamentals of MRI: An Interactive Learning Approach explores the physical principles that underpin the technique of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).After covering background mathematics, physics, and digital imaging, the book presents fundamental physical principles, including magnetization and rotating reference frame. It describes how relaxation mechanisms help predict tissue contrast and how an MR signal is localized to a selected slice through the body. The text then focuses on frequency and phase encoding. It also explores the spin-echo sequence, its scan parameters, and additional imaging sequences, such as inversion recovery and gradient echo.The authors enhance the learning experience with practical materials. Along with questions, exercises, and solutions, they include ten interactive programs on the accompanying downloadable resources. These programs not only allow concepts to be clearly demonstrated and further developed, but also provide an opportunity to engage in the learning process through guided exercises.By providing a solid, hands-on foundation in the physics of MRI, this textbook helps students gain confidence with core concepts before they move on to further study or practical training.
Advances in Protective Structures Research
by Hong Hao Zhong-Xian LiThe International Association of Protective Structures (IAPS) was launched on 1 October 2010 in Manchester, UK during the first International Conference of Protective Structures. The primary purpose of IAPS is to bring researchers and engineers working in the area of protective structures together, and to promote research and development work for b
Agroecosystems in a Changing Climate
by Paul C. D. Newton R. Andrew Carran Grant R. Edwards Pascal A. NiklausAgroecosystems in a Changing Climate considers the consequences of changes in the atmosphere and climate on the integrity, stability, and productivity of agroecosystems. The book adopts a novel approach by bringing together theoretical contributions from ecologists and the applied interpretations of agriculturalists. Drawing these two approa
Liver Transplantation
by Michael R. Lucey James Neuberger Abraham ShakedThe purpose of this volume is to provide a short, didactic handbook for those clinicians (medical, surgical, nursing and others) who are involved in the care and management of people who may, are or have undergone liver transplantation.