- Table View
- List View
Database Engineered Applications: 29th International Symposium, IDEAS 2025, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, July 14–16, 2025, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #15928)
by Yannis Manolopoulos Jorge Bernardino Peter Z. Revesz Carson K. Leung Sergio Ilarri Paul Ezhilchelvan Giacomo BergamiThis LNCS conference volume constitutes the proceedings of 29th International Symposium on Database Engineered Applications, IDEAS 2025, in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, in July 2025. The 13 full papers and 6 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 30 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: language and models; classification; distributed systems; query answering and education; and data mining.
Pre-Project Excellence: Unleashing the Power of IpOp Model and ISO 56007 for Superior Project Selection and Outcomes (Future of Business and Finance)
by Raphael H CohenThis guide complements traditional project management by focusing on the critical pre-project stage. It addresses a major challenge: only 12% of projects finish on time and within budget, often due to poor initial pre-project analysis. This leads to wasted resources. The content offers proven best practices for implementing ISO 56007 recommendations, enhancing project calibration, selection, and overall success rates. Liberating innovators from the constraints of traditional business plans, the guide suggests, along with ISO 56007, a "Concept/Opportunity Case" as an investor-friendly alternative. This template is rooted in the robust IpOp Decision Tree, an ISO 56007-recommended checklist of 11 fundamental questions to thoroughly address essential decision-makers' concerns. This rigorous method ensures reliable project selection and optimal resource allocation. The IpOp Model serves as a structured roadmap, enabling project managers and innovators to transform ideas into compelling projects. It provides clear guidance for making informed decisions, whether to pivot or abandon projects that aren’t viable. By following ISO 56007 recommendations, the IpOp Model helps navigate uncertainties and manage critical project factors effectively. Ideal for decision-makers, project managers, executives, professionals, intrapreneurs, and entrepreneurs engaged in project management and innovation, this guide is an essential tool for any pre-project analysis and for turning innovative ideas into successful projects.
Assembly Language Reimagined: Programming the Intel x64 Microprocessor in Linux
by John SchwartzmanLearning assembly language won&’t make you a faster programmer. It won&’t enable you to create portable, write-once, run-anywhere programs. So why learn it? The answer is that it will make you a better programmer. Author John Schwartzman takes a fresh look at low-level programming and explores how to write programs using the BIOS and glibc. This laboratory-based book aids the writing of high-level structured programs by showing what the processor can and can&’t do and how it does it. You&’ll take apart high-level structured C/C++ and show what the CPU is doing at every stage of the program. The book introduces programs and activities throughout the development process, providing sample code, makefiles, and shell scripts for each example program. With the help of Assembly Language Reimagined you&’ll become a more capable and versatile computer engineer. What You will Learn Explore a new perspective on the Intel x64 microprocessor for low-level programming Understand what a processor is doing while a high-level structured computer language program is being run Solve problems with the help of software. See why assembly language programming is essential for every serious student of computer science Who This Book Is For Embedded Linux and Assembly developers, engineers and programmers, hobbyists from the Maker community, as well as college and graduate level students who have some prior knowledge of a structured high-level language like C or C++
Languages and Compilers for Parallel Computing: 36th International Workshop, LCPC 2023, Lexington, KY, USA, October 11–13, 2023, Revised Selected Papers (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #14480)
by Henry DietzThis volume LNCS 14480 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the International Workshop, LCPC 2023, in Lexington, KY, USA, held during October 2023. The 10 full papers presented together with 3 short papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 14 submissions. The conference focuses on mobile computing to big data and training of AI systems.
Chinese Computational Linguistics: 24th China National Conference, CCL 2025, Jinan, China, August 11–14, 2025, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #16052)
by Maosong Sun Zhiyuan Liu Ruifeng Xu Weiwei Sun Yubo Chen Zhiliang Tian Peiyong Duan Zhenghao LiuThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 24th China National Conference on Chinese Computational Linguistics, held in Jinan, China, during August 11-14, 2025. The book refers a review of the key topics in Large Language Models, Machine Translation and Multilingual Information Processing, Text Generation, Dialogue and Summarization, Information Retrieval, Text Classification, QA, Language Resource and Evaluation, NLP Applications, ACL ARR Fast Track.
Introduction to the Physics of the Economy and Finance (UNITEXT for Physics)
by João Pires da CruzThe book is the result of some years of teaching a course in Physics Modeling in Economics and Finance to M.Sc. students of Physics/Astrophysics and Eng. Physics. It is devoted to show economics and finance as a part of a physics system by its own right and, with that, to provide students with the basic tools to face a career in finance or in research developing physics models to a very unusual system that we call &“an economy,&” but made of interactions, geometry, equilibrium, and inflation. It goes from understanding the fundamental of basic mathematics to explaining complex systems where it stops working; from the physics&’ meaning of money to derivative valuation; and from statistical physics to the physics of inflationary systems.
Perovskite Solar Cells: Reshaping the Future Energy Landscape (Springer Tracts in Electrical and Electronics Engineering)
by Manish Kumar Abhishek RajPerovskite Solar Cells (PSCs) have shown the significant advancement in the field of photovoltaic technologies, which are transforming the renewable energy landscape through their remarkable efficiency and adaptability. This Book explores the synthesis techniques, characterization, and utilization of perovskite materials, including lead-free alternatives, tandem configurations, and novel strategies for indoor and large area PSCs. Featuring detailed analyses of the fundamental optoelectronic properties, stability issues, and device engineering techniques, this volume offers critical insights into the scientific advancements driving innovations in sustainable and high-performance solar energy solutions. This book serves as vital resource for researchers, materials scientists, and industry professionals interested in the groundbreaking potential of perovskite solar cells in redefining the future of photovoltaics.
African Conference on Research in Computer Science and Applied Mathematics: Proceedings of the Mathematics Section of CARI 2024 (Trends in Mathematics)
by Kamel Barkaoui Mathieu Roche Nabil GmatiThis volume features selected contributions from participants of the 17th African Conference on Research in Computer Science and Applied Mathematics (CARI 2024), held at the University of Béjaïa, Algeria, from November 23-26, 2024. The topics covered include mathematical modelling, stochastic methods, and related fields.
Liouville’s Theory in Linear and Nonlinear Partial Differential Equations (Springer Asia Pacific Mathematics Series #8)
by Takashi SuzukiA variety of theorems named the Liouville property play fundamental roles in modern theory of mathematical analysis. Understanding each of them individually is not so difficult nowadays. What are they pointing toward in their totality, however? This monograph asserts that self-organization may be an answer, searching recent studies on linear and nonlinear partial differential equations. Critical breakthroughs have emerged in accordance with the widely spread classical ideas of J. Liouville in various forms, that is, the spectral, elliptic, surface, and transport theories, in turn. A fusion of them is seen in recently developing research fields—mathematical oncology, non-equilibrium statistical mechanics, dynamical theory, and shape optimization—which taken together may be called the potential for self-organization.
Air Quality and Human Health
by Markus Hecker Pratap Kumar Padhy Soumya Niyogi Pulak Kumar PatraThe book is one of the outcomes of the SPARC (Scheme for Promotion of Academic and Research Collaboration) project titled "Fine particulates matters in the air environment and their cancer risks in human beings," sponsored by MHRD (now MoE), Govt. of India. The editors of the book are PIs and Co-PIs of the said project. The text deliberates on air pollution's health risks with contributions from well-known experts from diverse research fields (environmental science, toxicology, geology, public health science, biology, physics, chemistry, and geospatial technology). It explores it its control and mitigation strategies. The book provides an up-to-date overview of the modern methods and tools used in air quality monitoring and human health risk assessment. Case studies from different global settings offer invaluable insights into air pollution-related regional health issues. It addresses all aspects of air quality, covering indoor-outdoor air pollution, gaseous and particulate pollutants; characterization of source and pathways of air pollutants; and the modeling and assessing of health risks (respiratory, epidemiological, and toxicological) with regional and global perspectives. It also addresses air quality management issues. The lucid explanation of the role of oxidative stress mechanisms and molecular biomarkers (genomics, proteomics) may be considered as inputs into the development of cancer therapeutics. Along with providing a scientific basis for air pollution, this book will help readers appreciate the environmental determinants of public health and apply research evidence to improve the quality of life. It also delineates future research initiatives and policy actions needed to protect human health from air pollution, locally and globally. The book will be of great educational value and help for consultation and teaching.
Energy Informatics: First Nordic Energy Informatics Academy Conference, EIA Nordic 2025, Stockholm, Sweden, August 20–22, 2025, Proceedings, Part I (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #16095)
by Bo Nørregaard Jørgensen Zheng Grace Ma Ivo Martinac Rúnar Unnþórsson Chiara BordinThis book constitutes the proceedings of the First Nordic Energy Informatics Academy Conference, Nordic EIA 2025, which took place in Stockholm, Sweden, in August 2025. The 43 full papers and 8 short papers accepted were carefully reviewed and selected from 65 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: Part I: Energy Forecasting and Intelligent Control Systems; District HEating, Thermal Systems, and Retrofit Strategies; Building Simulation, Urban Energy, and Environmental Sensing; Industrial Process Efficiency and Biomass Utlilzation; Energy Informatics for Electric Vehicles and Mobility Systems; Multi-Agent Systems and Local Market Coordination; Part II: Policy, Metrics, and Infrastructure Performance; Smart Buliding Systems and Semantic Data Integration; Prosumer Optimization and Energy Storage in Local Energy Communities, Grid-Oriented AI, Simulation, and Resilience; Non-Intrusive Load Monitoring and Data Competitions.
Innovationsblockaden im Mittelstand auflösen: Ursachen verstehen, Lösungen entwickeln
by Sebastian Pioch Stephanie Rabbe Carl Robert BrandViele mittelständische Unternehmen scheitern nicht an der Qualität ihrer Ideen, sondern an unsichtbaren Hürden im eigenen System: Mitarbeitende fürchten Veränderungen und lehnen sie ab. Boni sind so stark auf Umsatz getrimmt, dass riskante Ideen liegen bleiben. Und wer Angst hat, sich mit neuen Vorschlägen zu blamieren, behält sie lieber für sich.Dieses Buch zeigt, wie solche Innovationsblockaden entstehen, welche Rolle psychologische Sicherheit dabei spielt und wie sie sich gezielt abbauen lassen. Fundiert, praxisnah und gespickt mit echten Erfahrungsberichten liefert es konkrete Handlungsempfehlungen, damit gute Ideen im Mittelstand nicht in der Schublade verschwinden, sondern den Weg in die Umsetzung finden.
Integral Vehicle Safety: Biomechanics – Accident Prevention – Occupant Protection – Sensors - Vehicle Safety in the Development Process
by Rodolfo SchöneburgIntegral safety plays a significant role in the design of motor vehicles, in user survey results and in reporting in specialized journals or on the internet. Development conditions change at ever shorter intervals due to new laws, rating programs and CAE methods. One focus of innovation lies in the increasing automation of driving tasks and in the phase that connects active with passive safety – preventive safety. This book has served as an important reference for 25 years for all those working in vehicle safety. In the 5th edition, the growing importance of accident prevention and mitigation is reflected in the inclusion of a dedicated chapter and new sections on telematics and radar technology. The chapters on &“Vehicle Safety Assessment&” and &“Occupant and Partner Protection&” have been extensively revised and updated. In addition, the scope of computational and experimental simulation has been integrated into the chapter &“Integral Safety in the Vehicle Development Process&” and expanded with new methods. The content Integral safety Accident research Biomechanics Vehicle safety assessment Accident prevention and mitigation of accident severity Occupant and partner protection Sensors for accident detection <span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:
Updates in Vitiligo: Pathogenesis and Management (Updates in Clinical Dermatology)
by Bassel H. MahmoudThis book presents an evidence-based overview of the updates on vitiligo. It is written by leading experts in this disease and provides guidance on how to offer the best management for this debilitating condition. Chapters will discuss the most recent advances in the etiology, pathogenesis and hence treatment options for vitiligo, which was revolutionized during the past few years, with the appearance of new set of treatments. One of them was FDA approved for the first time in the history of vitiligo. Chapters will also describe the psychological impact of vitiligo on patients and the value of support groups in managing the disease and improve quality of life. Updates in Vitiligo will be a valuable resource for general dermatologists in the USA and internationally, dermatologic surgeons, internal medicine, family medicine physicians, and other health care providers who treat patients with vitiligo.
Poorvi (English Textbook) class 8 - NCERT - 25
by National Council of Educational Research and Training"Poorvi," the NCERT Textbook of English for Grade 8, is crafted in alignment with the National Education Policy 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education 2023. It aims to develop independent reading, writing, and effective communication skills by exploring five diverse thematic units: 'Wit and Wisdom', 'Values and Dispositions', 'Mystery and Magic', 'Environment', and 'Science and Curiosity'. Each unit comprises a selection of stories, poems, and non-fictional pieces designed to foster critical thinking and aesthetic appreciation. The textbook integrates cross-cutting themes like Indian Knowledge Systems, heritage, and values, while also focusing on core competencies in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Learning is reinforced through a variety of engaging activities such as 'Let us discuss', 'Let us think and reflect', and 'Let us explore', which are designed to develop vocabulary and grammar skills within meaningful contexts for a holistic educational experience.
Kaushal Bodh (Vocational Education Activity Book) class 8 - NCERT - 25
by National Council of Educational Research and TrainingKaushal Bodh – Vocational Education Activity Book for Grade 8, developed by NCERT in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023, aims to promote skill-based learning through practical, project-driven activities. The book introduces students to vocational education under three categories—Work with Life Forms, Work with Machines and Materials, and Work in Human Services—helping them connect classroom concepts with real-life applications. It includes six illustrative projects such as Hydroponics: Growing Plants without Soil, Feeding and Caring for Farm Animals, Working with Wood and Bamboo, Home Automation, Water Audit for Water Management, and Advertising for Small Businesses. Each project is designed to develop core competencies like creativity, communication, critical thinking, teamwork, and environmental awareness. The activity book encourages students to explore, experiment, and learn by doing, fostering dignity of labour and self-reliance. It also integrates cross-cutting themes such as gender sensitivity, inclusion, Indian knowledge systems, and sustainability. Teachers are guided to assess students continuously through portfolios, self-evaluation, and peer assessment. Additionally, the Kaushal Mela at the year’s end provides a platform for students to showcase their vocational learning outcomes and innovations. Through this approach, Kaushal Bodh not only imparts technical and practical skills but also nurtures values of empathy, discipline, and respect for all forms of work, thus preparing students to become confident, responsible, and skilled citizens of a self-reliant India.
Khel Yatra (Physical Education And Well-being Textbook) class 6 - NCERT - 25
by National Council of Educational Research and TrainingKhel Yatra is a Physical Education and Well-being textbook designed for Grade 6 students by NCERT, aligning with the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023. The book aims to promote holistic development by integrating physical fitness, emotional balance, and social well-being. It introduces students to the joy of movement, teamwork, and discipline through engaging activities and traditional Indian games. The textbook is divided into five main units—Importance of Physical Education and Well-being, Motor Fitness, Fundamental Skills of Kho-Kho, Fundamental Skills of Handball, and Yoga. Each unit focuses on developing specific physical and mental skills. Students learn endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance while also understanding teamwork, safety, and empathy through interactive exercises and circle time reflections. The inclusion of Indian sports like Kho-Kho helps children connect with cultural roots, while Handball enhances coordination and team spirit. Yoga, being a vital part of the curriculum, teaches self-discipline, focus, and mindfulness through Asanas, Pranayama, and Dhyana. The book also emphasizes inclusion, gender equality, and respect for others, encouraging students to stay fit, confident, and compassionate. Overall, Khel Yatra provides a structured, joyful, and holistic approach to physical education, preparing students for a healthy and active lifestyle.
Before the Movies: American Magic Lantern Entertainment and the Nation's First Great Screen Artist, Joseph Boggs Beale
by Terry Borton Debbie BortonBefore the Movies is the first book about American screen entertainment in the pre-movie era. A groundbreaking study, lavishly illustrated with 330 color pictures, it is a comprehensive survey of the American artists who created early magic-lantern stories and songs for the screen. The book emphasizes the work of Joseph Boggs Beale, a pioneer in the field and demonstrates that Beale almost single-handedly created American-made screen entertainment for the generation before the movies. His lifetime output was 2,073 images in 258 sets—the screen-time equivalent of 14 full-length films—which millions enjoyed every year. The provenance, attribution, and dates of Beale's lantern slides are discussed in detail, and a comprehensive catalog of his lantern images makes Before the Movies an essential reference volume.
Europäische Industrieunternehmen in Japan: Interkulturelle Aspekte für den Geschäftserfolg (essentials)
by Jan Simon BeckerDieses essential bietet Strategien zum Markteintritt und nachhaltigen Geschäftserfolg in Japan. Das Buch vermittelt, wie langfristige Geschäftsbeziehungen durch systematischen Vertrauensaufbau und interkulturelles Verständnis entstehen. Basierend auf exklusiven Interviews mit Geschäftsführern japanischer Unternehmen, europäischen Managerinnen und Managern und Unternehmensberatern enthüllt das Buch entscheidende Erfolgsfaktoren im japanischen B2B-Sektor. Dabei verbindet es Hofstedes Kulturmodell mit aktuellen Praxiserfahrungen und liefert konkrete Handlungsempfehlungen für Führungskräfte, Business Developer und alle Fachkräfte europäischer Unternehmen in Japan. Darüber hinaus bietet das Buch interessante Einblick für alle, die von der japanischen Geschäftskultur fasziniert sind.
Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing: 24th International Conference, ICAISC 2025, Zakopane, Poland, June 22–26, 2025, Proceedings, Part III (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #15950)
by Witold Pedrycz Leszek Rutkowski Marcin Korytkowski Rafał Scherer Ryszard Tadeusiewicz Jacek M. ZuradaThis volume constitutes the proceedings of 24th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing, ICAISC 2025, Zakopane, Poland, during June 22–26, 2025. The 83 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 163 submissions.They are organized in topical sections as follows: Part I - Neural Networks and Their Applications; Fuzzy Systems and Their Applications; Evolutionary Algorithms and Their Applications. Part II - Computer Vision, Image and Speech Analysis; Data Mining; Pattern Classification and Artificial Intelligence in Modeling and Simulation. Part III - Various Problems of Artificial Intelligence; Agent Systems, Robotics and Control, Bioinformatics, Biometrics and Medical Applications and Concurrent Parallel Processing.
Decarbonization or Demise – Sustainable Solutions for Resilient Communities: Selected Papers from the International Conference of Sustainable Ecological Engineering Design for Society (SEEDS) 2023
by Beth Jones Mohammad Dastbaz Christopher Gorse Colin Booth Lloyd Scott Darryl Newport Saheed Ajayi Leonie ParkinsonThe International Conference for Sustainable Ecological Engineering Design for Society (SEEDS) brings together experts from around the world to focus on changes required to minimize the impact of human activity on the environment. The research presented at the conference directly addresses the imperatives faced in addressing the climate crisis, whether through technological transformation, community collaboration, or resource management – all vital issues when changing and challenging practices within our built environment. The SEEDS Conference is designed to share the knowledge and experience needed to implement research and evidence-based societal change to respond to and address ecological and climate impacts.
Read! Read! Read!: Journey To The West (Penguin Active Reading (graded Readers) Series)
by Amy Ludwig VanDerwaterCapture the joys of reading in this amazing poetry collection! From that thrilling moment when a child first learns to decipher words, to the excitement that follows in reading everything from road signs to field guides to internet articles to stories, these poems celebrate reading. They also explore what reading does -- how it opens minds, can make you kind, and allows you to explore the whole world. Ryan O&’Rourke&’s rich artwork beautifully captures the imagination and playfulness in these poems by noted author Amy Ludwig VanDerwater.
Sea Lions in the Parking Lot: Animals On The Move In A Time Of Pandemic
by Lenora Todaro"In years to come, these will surely be some of the few joyous tales told about the pandemic . . . This moment in time is gloriously brought to life on the page with brief descriptions and stunning, double-page illustrations of animals — playing, exploring and napping in peace — that will resonate with young readers....[Sea Lions in the Parking Lot] stands as an important reminder that things were different for a while, and guides readers toward deeper environmental thinking, about species and habitats and the interdependence of it all."—Helen Scales, New York TimesWhat would happen if people all around the world stayed inside, away from animals' habitats? Twelve fascinating real-life stories of creatures around the globe who reclaimed their habitat during the COVID-19 quarantine show animal lovers and aspiring citizen scientists how to help wildlife by fighting habitat loss. With the skies, roads, and waterways clear and quiet during the COVID-19 pandemic, the natural world seemed to return to an earlier, wilder state. Animals crossed boundaries that people had set over centuries, reclaiming ancient habitats. From sea lions who clambered into a parking lot in Argentina to deer who wandered in a Japanese subway to lions lounging in the middle of South African roads to kangaroos who bounced through a shopping district in Australia, this thoroughly researched, stunningly illustrated book tells the stories of these newly footloose creatures -- and describes what the COVID-19 "pause" taught scientists about how ecosystems and wildlife can rebound if the right environmental conditions are achieved.
Grumbles from the Town: Mother-Goose Voices with a Twist
by Jane Yolen Rebecca Kai DotlichFourteen Mother-Goose rhymes enjoyed by generations of children are creatively presented as "poem pairs"—with a twist!—in this playful poetry picture book. Mother Goose has a few secrets tucked in her feathers! Did you know that the shoe loved the Old Woman and her many children? And that the three blind mice weren&’t actually blind, only near-sighted? Or that Humpty Dumpty fell when skateboarding on a wall? Featuring wildly different voices and perspectives, this terrific read-aloud features with stunning illustrations and hilarious details. The book includes the original Mother Goose rhymes, endnotes that briefly describe their history, and an introduction that invites readers to imagine their own poems from unusual perspectives and "create magic."
Make it All Go Away
by Helen DochertyOur senses make us feel alive!But sometimes mine can feel too much.They&’re like a fire – too hot to touch.When Melodie&’s family surprises her with a day out, she REALLY doesn&’t want to go.The market is SO SMELLY, the bathrooms are SO LOUD, the food is always SO MUSHY, and the lights are SO BRIGHT. What was supposed to be fun is actually making her feel . . . stressed out. Can she block out the things that bother her and end her day in a calmer place?Inspired by Helen&’s daughter's experiences of sensory overload, this story will resonate with both neurodivergent young readers who want to learn to self-soothe when they feel overwhelmed, as well as the communities eager to better support them. Includes an informative spread on key terms such as masking, stims and sensory overload.