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Development Discourse and Global History: From Colonialism to the Sustainable Development Goals (Routledge Explorations in Development Studies)

Development Discourse and Global History introduces readers to the shifting ways in which people have been talking and writing about ‘development’ over time, and the rules governing the conversation.Drawing on the methods of Michel Foucault, Ziai’s ground-breaking book traces the origins of development discourse back to late colonialism and notes the significant discontinuities that led to the establishment of a new discourse and its accompanying industry. This book goes on to describe the contestations, appropriations and transformations of the concept over time. It shows that trends which have emerged since the 1980s, such as an emphasis on participation and ownership, sustainable development, and free markets, are incompatible with the original rules and so lead to serious contradictions. The Eurocentric, authoritarian and depoliticising elements in development discourse are uncovered, whilst still recognising its progressive appropriations. This new edition includes revisions throughout, and an important new chapter on race and racism, as well as a discussion of the evolution of the Sustainable Development Goals.This book is perfect for students and researchers in development studies, global history and discourse analysis as well as an interdisciplinary audience from international relations, political science, sociology, geography, anthropology, language and literary studies.

Development and Social Change: A Global Perspective

Development and Social Change explores the historical, socio-political, and ecological aspects of development. The Eighth Edition critically engages with the concept of development, tracing its roots and examining its implications in the contemporary world. Authors Philip McMichael and Heloise Weber use case studies and examples to help describe a complex world in transition. Students are encouraged to see global development as a contested historical project. By showing how development stems from unequal power relationships between and among peoples and states, often with planet-threatening environmental outcomes, it enables readers to reflect on the possibilities for more just social, ecological and political relations.

Development and Social Change: A Global Perspective

Development and Social Change explores the historical, socio-political, and ecological aspects of development. The Eighth Edition critically engages with the concept of development, tracing its roots and examining its implications in the contemporary world. Authors Philip McMichael and Heloise Weber use case studies and examples to help describe a complex world in transition. Students are encouraged to see global development as a contested historical project. By showing how development stems from unequal power relationships between and among peoples and states, often with planet-threatening environmental outcomes, it enables readers to reflect on the possibilities for more just social, ecological and political relations.

Development in Post-Apartheid South Africa: Political and Governance Considerations (Routledge Research on African Economics)

This book seeks to provide an in-depth analysis of the political, governance, and socio-economic landscape of South Africa in the aftermath of apartheid. It examines the complexities and dynamics that have influenced and shaped the development of the country since 1994, identifying the enduring issues and challenges, along with the opportunities present for building a sustainable and inclusive South Africa in the future.The book aims to enhance comprehension of how South Africa can traverse its distinctive development trajectory by examining the wider political context, governance structures, and policy measures. The objective is to analyse the impact of the political and governance structures instituted in the post-apartheid era on the country's developmental path. This encompasses the transformation of public administration and the influence of political dynamics and governance in determining the trajectory of the country's future.In this effort, the book not only explores significant accomplishments since 1994 but also engages in a critical examination of the limitations, governmental shortcomings, and challenges that persistently obstruct the progress of the country. Furthermore, it presents insights and recommendations aimed at enhancing governance, enacting policy reforms, and devising strategies to foster sustainable development.

Developmental Trajectories, Diagnosis, and Interventions for Autism

This book introduces a developmental psychopathology approach to exploring the concept of autism in terms of three broad domains of development— physical, cognitive, and psychosocial—that are inextricably linked.Developmental psychopathology focuses on the interplay between normal and abnormal development. The juxtaposition of typical and atypical developmental patterns can better inform clinicians and parents of possible signs of achievement milestones that are missing or falling behind. This book consists of twelve chapters grouped under four parts, with each chapter's core content based on the most recent research findings and ending with the author's reflections on various parts of the chapter and a summary of the main points discussed. A final chapter addresses topics of utmost importance rarely discussed in books on autism.Appropriate for a wide range of professionals who work with clients who have autism, this book is a unique resource with approaches often overlooked in most books on autism.

Developmental and Behavioral Complexities in Children: A Guide for Students and Clinicians

Developmental and Behavioral Complexities in Children provides students and young professionals with an understanding of childhood mental health and developmental diagnoses through a series of qualitative vignettes alongside descriptions of clinical diagnoses and an overview of historical changes in the field.A multidisciplinary, collaborative team of authors offer expertise based on questions received throughout their careers. The authors aim to ease some of the confusion that exists when navigating mixed messages about “typical” development, while providing state of the art information about specific diagnoses and clinical strategies and interventions that can be beneficial for children who may or may not meet criteria for a specific diagnosis.The book equips clinicians and students with a framework to guide caregivers in learning to decipher complicated messages around childhood developmental and mental health diagnoses and prepare them to support children’s developmental, social, behavioral, and emotional growth.

Developments in Language Theory: 29th International Conference, DLT 2025, Seoul, South Korea, August 19–22, 2025, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #16036)

This LNCS conference volume constitutes the proceedings of the29th International Conference on Developments in Language Theory, DLT 2025, in Seoul, South Korea, in August 2025. The 18 full papers and 2 invited papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 38 submissions. They presented current developments in formal languages and automata. Its scope is very general and includes, among others, the following topics and areas: grammars, acceptors and trans-ducers for words, trees and graphs; algebraic theories of automata; algorithmic and many more.

Dharma and Detachment: Writings on Indian and Tibetan Thought

Simone Weil was one of the most profound and thought-provoking thinkers of the twentieth century. An intellectual prodigy from an early age in both the sciences and the arts, she was at different times a teacher, factory and farm labourer, and political activist, spending a brief period in Spain during the Spanish Civil War. Her writings, which span philosophy, politics, religion and spirituality, are marked by a both passionate and contemplative attempt to understand profound questions about the good, God, human thought and action, and suffering and beauty.However, considerably less known is Weil's fascination with the texts and ideas of Indian and Tibetan thought, which she both thought and wrote about extensively. Dharma and Detachment: Writings on Indian and Tibetan Thought is the first volume to draw together some of Weil's most interesting and important writings on eastern thought.Expertly edited and introduced by Nicolas Bommarito, the anthology contains writings drawn from Weil's extensive Notebooks. The extracts show how she moves seamlessly between Plato, Catholicism, mathematics, the Bhagavad-Gītā, and Buddhism, engaging with texts in the original Sanskrit. To help the reader gain a full insight into Weil's thought, the volume also includes – along with Weil's own writings – key passages from the classical texts that inspired her, especially the Bhagavad-Gītā and the Upanis.ads.In addition to a helpful Introduction by Nicolas Bommarito setting out the background to Weil's life and her engagement with Indo-Tibetan texts, he also explains fundamental Indo-Tibetan philosophical terms such as ātman, the three gunòas, karma and detachment. A glossary is also included, making the volume an ideal starting point for those unfamiliar with Indo-Tibetan philosophy and seeking a clear path into Weil's engagement with these texts and ideas.Dharma and Detachment: Writings on Indian and Tibetan Thought will be of great interest to all readers and students of Simone Weil's work, as well as to those interested in Indian and Tibetan philosophy, religion, and phenomenology.

Diabetes Cookbook For Canadians For Dummies

Practical and delicious recipes for people with prediabetes and diabetes looking to stay healthy and satisfied Diabetes Cookbook For Canadians For Dummies helps you manage your condition while eating well. Inside, you'll find easy-to-follow recipes for every meal, to the point information from the latest Diabetes Canada Clinical Practice Guidelines, and guidance on treatments and lifestyle changes that can help you be and feel better. This updated edition features new information on weight loss medications, plant-based meat and dairy alternatives, new and easy recipes, and other key revisions that make this book a must. Plus, you'll find air fryer and Instant Pot recipes, ideas for using all your cooking gadgets, and handy guidelines that you can use to balance your diet. Delicious, nutritious, diabetes-friendly meals are headed your way, thanks to this Dummies guide. Discover ways to eat well while managing your diabetes Find expert tips for pairing a healthy diet with other lifestyle changes and treatments Update yourself on the latest Canadian diabetes and nutrition recommendations Get inclusive, satisfying recipes and weight loss recommendations Diabetes Cookbook For Canadians For Dummies is an excellent resource for those with prediabetes or diabetes looking to manage their condition. If you have a loved one with diabetes, this book will help you cook meals that can help manage their blood sugars and are satisfying for both of you.

Diatoms and Sustainable Agriculture (Sustainable Industrial and Environmental Bioprocesses)

This book highlights the multifaceted role of diatoms in revolutionizing agricultural practices toward sustainability. The introductory chapter of Diatoms and Sustainable Agriculture examines the fundamental role of diatoms in fostering a circular economy within the agricultural sector, discussing the challenges and prospects associated with integrating diatoms into sustainable agricultural practices. Additionally, it reviews the potential of diatoms as natural plant growth promoters, elucidating the mechanisms through which these microorganisms enhance crop productivity while reducing reliance on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. The chapter also covers the pivotal role of diatoms in agricultural watersheds, serving as indicators of ecosystem health and guiding strategies for maintaining river integrity. Furthermore, the book introduces the potential of diatoms for agricultural wastewater bioremediation and applications of diatom frustules as biosensors for the early detection of plant pathogens. The subsequent chapters explore the current status and future prospects of diatoms as insect control agents, highlighting their potential as environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional pesticides. Toward the end, the text delves into the intersection of artificial intelligence and diatom microalgae-based agriculture. This book serves as an important source for researchers and academicians in phycology, biotechnology, and agricultural sciences.

Diesel Engine Technology

Diesel Engine Technology covers the design, construction, operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of both mobile and stationary diesel engines. Content relates to on- and off-road vehicles, as well as marine, agricultural, and industrial applications. This text is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the service and repair of diesel engines, as well as those preparing for ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Test T2—Diesel Engines, Test T6—Electrical/Electronic Systems, and Test T8—Preventive Maintenance Inspection.

Dietary and Medicinal Significance of Wild Edible Fruiting Plants

This book explores the roles of wild edible fruit plants in combating malnutrition and diseases through their use in food and medicine. It delves into the chemical composition of these plants, providing both qualitative and quantitative analyses, and explains how these compounds contribute to their healing properties. This book also provides a detailed presentation of evidence‑based applications in medicine and food supplements. These chapters include pharmacological research on these plants, offering concrete examples of how interactions between different herbs can lead to synergistic or even pleiotropic effects while ensuring the safety of these herbal products. Furthermore, this book highlights the industrial potential of phytochemicals and standardized extracts from these plants, showing their relevance across various sectors, such as cosmetics, food, health, chemicals, and textiles. It also addresses the efficient use of by‑products, emphasizing sustainability. This book presents insights into ethnopharmacology and phytopharmacology and is tailored for researchers, academicians, and professionals in the fields of pharmacology, ethnobotany, and natural product chemistry.Key Features Presents a clear overview of how wild edible fruit plants can be used in medicine and as food supplements Provides an in‑depth qualitative and quantitative analysis of the chemical profiles of wild edible fruit plants Explores the interactions between different herbs, highlighting the synergistic and pleiotropic effects of these combinations Details the industrial applications of phytochemicals and plant extracts derived from wild edible fruit plants Offers valuable insights into the ethnopharmacology and phytopharmacology properties of wild edible fruit plants

Difference and Multiplicity: Adventures in Philosophy and Psychotherapy

Psychological and psychotherapeutic orientations often neglect the notion that the individual is not one unit, but rather a coalition of affects. Providing a multidisciplinary framework for the practice of psychotherapy and philosophy, this book explores and embraces this multiplicity within the human psyche and challenges the reader to explore and celebrate difference within society.Chapters reframe the breadth and scope of psychotherapy as an endeavour at the service of both healing and care, while also fostering bold exploration, emphasizing the risk and adventure of being alive. Through clinical studies, first-person accounts, forays into contemporary philosophy, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, and the arts, this book presents insights that inspire readers to be in the world with courage, compassion, and kindness, with the sense that we do not have to know who we are before becoming active citizens of the world. Bazzano then extends that exploration to the domain of public life by examining contemporary challenges related to climate change, race, gender, ethnicity, and more.This book is an essential read for therapy practitioners and professionals of related disciplines, who want to expand their knowledge and find different ways to understand and practise their art.

Different Educational Trajectories in China: A Bourdieusian Perspective

This book explores how family background, geographic location, and institutional settings profoundly shape educational journeys in China, with a particular focus on English language learning. It reveals the deeply entrenched inequalities within the education system.Drawing on in-depth interviews with 36 English majors from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds at an elite Chinese university, the study traces their educational trajectories in a longitudinal framework. It offers a novel application of Bourdieu’s theoretical constructs—capital, field, and habitus—by extending the concept of institutional habitus to the Chinese context. Through this lens, the analysis uncovers how the interplay of social and institutional forces influences access, opportunity, and academic outcomes.This title is essential reading for sociologists of education, comparative education researchers, policymakers, educators, university administrators, and students in China and beyond. It provides critical perspectives for anyone interested in educational equity, social mobility, and language policy.

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Digital Brand Management: Understanding Consumers and Communication in the Digital Age (Routledge Studies in Marketing)

In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, branding has transcended traditional boundaries, becoming a dynamic and multifaceted process. This book provides an in-depth exploration of brand management in the digital world, covering its historical evolution, theoretical foundations, and strategic applications. It delves into brand positioning, consumer perception, and the role of digital media in shaping brand image. Furthermore, it highlights integrated communication strategies and the significance of virtual brand communities in fostering brand loyalty. The authors examine emerging trends in digital branding, such as AI-driven personalization, user experience and platformization, and algorithmic branding, emphasizing their impact on consumer engagement and brand differentiation. It also addresses the ethical challenges of digital brand management, including data privacy, transparency, and authenticity, underscoring the importance of responsible brand stewardship in a competitive and rapidly evolving digital environment.This book serves as a comprehensive guide for scholars and academics across marketing, brand management and consumer behaviour.

Digital Business: Navigating the Digital Landscape and Thriving in the Digital Economy

This comprehensive guide explores the fundamentals of digital business, from understanding digital business models to leveraging emerging technologies and trends.This work begins by examining the rise of digital business and the disruption it caused within traditional industries. Chapters then delve into key topics such as building a digital business strategy, designing a strong online presence, e-commerce, digital marketing, data analytics, cybersecurity and more. Written in a clear and accessible style, the author provides real-world examples to illustrate how successful companies have leveraged digital technologies to drive growth and achieve their business goals. Each chapter features case studies, learning objectives and key discussion questions to augment student learning.This new text is recommended reading for undergraduate and postgraduate students of Digital Business, Digital Marketing, and Business Analytics. It will also be valuable reading for reflective practitioners in the industry.This book is accompanied by online resources including PowerPoint slides, an instructor's manual, a test bank of questions, and worksheets for each chapter, providing instructors with the necessary tools to keep their courses up to date, engaging, and effective in preparing students for the ever-changing digital business landscape.

Digital Communication Management: Theories and Practices for a Global and Volatile World

This state-of-the-art textbook provides a wide-ranging foundation to communication management – including corporate communication, public relations, and strategic communication – from an exclusively digital and global perspective.The book covers the core principles necessary for introductory students of both university and executive programs, with a particular focus on how digital technology is shaping communication management in the increasingly volatile environment. To help bring theories, concepts, and challenges to life, it features captivating real-life stories, case examples and studies, and insightful Q&As with senior practitioners – collectively representing almost 40 organizations (of various types and sizes) from 20 countries across the world. Thought-provoking exercises and critical and reflective questions contribute to a deeper level of understanding of each chapter’s topics. These and other pedagogical tools – as well as the newly emerging Digital Media-Arena (DMA) Framework – orient readers with the fast-changing, global, and volatile world of digital communication management. Additionally, the book extensively incorporates emerging topics and future trends in communication management (e.g., digital communication hijacking, misinformation, virtual influencers, and AI-enabled predictive modeling).This book is designed for courses or modules that cover an introduction to communication management, corporate communication, public relations, and/or strategic communication in communications and business schools. Online resources also accompany the text: an author-created podcast, PowerPoint lecture slides, tutorial/workshop exercises, case studies, reading reflection forms, quizzes, and instructions for assignments (case study, essay, and podcast reflection). Please visit the hyperlink: www.routledge.com/9781032671307

Digital Competence in Agile and Hierarchical Organizations: Operational Performance Under Global Uncertainties (Routledge Studies in Innovation, Organizations and Technology)

This book explores the critical intersection of digital competence, operational performance, and organizational agility, offering insights for academics, professionals, and decision-makers navigating the digital era. Through a global lens, it examines digital transformation strategies across diverse contexts, including higher education, multinational organizations, and cultural landscapes, with a case study of Astana IT University for one of the chapters. The book delves into the implications of cybersecurity, data analytics, and business intelligence for enhancing digital competence, comparing agile and hierarchical organizational structures. It also addresses the challenges of uncertainty, the impact of cultural factors, and the opportunities presented by remote work and digital collaboration. Readers will gain practical frameworks and comparative analyses to strengthen digital transformation initiatives and improve organizational performance.This resource is invaluable for leaders seeking to foster agility, overcome uncertainty, and leverage technology for sustainable growth. It will be of interest to academics, professionals, and policymakers across a wide range of fields, including strategic management, technology and innovation management, and organizational behaviour.

Digital Education: 9th European MOOCs Stakeholders Summit, EMOOCs 2025, Paris, France, June 30 – July 2, 2025, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #15733)

This open access book constitutes the proceedings of the 9th European MOOCs Stakeholders Summit, EMOOCs 2025, which took place in Paris, France, during June 30-July 2, 2025. The 20 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 79 submissions. They deal with the ongoing transformation and critical challenges in online education — particularly in the context of artificial intelligence (AI) and sustainable lifelong learning.

Digital Electronics (Synthesis Lectures on Electrical Engineering)

This book introduces the basic digital components and devices, often with respect to historical events which led to these concepts, before combining them to make complete digital systems. The historical aspect is important in than many older devices were purely mechanical. This helps in understanding the basic concepts before embarking on analysis and application of modern semiconductor devices. The book covers all aspects of digital technology needed by first/second year university students. Basic devices and their combination from simple circuits to complete ALUs. Sequential concatenation of devices leads to counters, timers, registers and memory. Parallel to these subject, all mathematical aspects of Boolean algebra are covered. The book culminates in a fusion of the three main subjects resulting in the design of a basic CPU and the implementation of assembly language code. Throughout the book, reference is made to original historical devices and designs which have led (or in many cases, not) to the development of modern digital and computing systems.

Digital Entrepreneurship and Disruptive Innovation: Intersections of Regional Development, Innovation Systems, and Sustainability (Routledge Focus on Business and Management)

A new generation of entrepreneurs are leveraging artificial intelligence, data analytics, the Internet of Things (IoT) and other revolutionary technologies for greater social and environmental good. These digital entrepreneurs are developing disruptive solutions to the most pressing sustainability challenges of our time. Yet, behind every case of a successful digital entrepreneur is a wider network of governments, startup incubators and accelerators, incumbent firms, universities and other actors that form a regional entrepreneurial ecosystem.Through in-depth case studies, this book explores how digital entrepreneurs across various geographic regions use disruptive innovation within their regional entrepreneurial ecosystems to leverage digital technologies that create and develop novel business solutions crucial to meeting the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Exploring the perspectives of digital entrepreneurs themselves, each chapter in this book presents a case study that reveals how cultural differences and local socio-economic factors enable digital entrepreneurship driven by disruptive innovation.This book offers insights and recommendations through the stories of digital entrepreneurs across geographic regions for researchers, graduate students, practitioners and public- and private-sector leaders on harnessing the combined power of disruptive innovation and regional entrepreneurial ecosystems to fuel regional economic growth and sustainable development.

Digital Forensics in Next-Generation Internet of Medical Things: Balancing Security and Sustainability

This book provides a comprehensive exploration of the security challenges and solutions with digital sustainability in the rapidly evolving digital landscape of digital forensics. It explores the details of protecting Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) environments, where the medical data, patient data, and machine data are at high risk with the digital experiences. The book seeks to provide researchers, medical practitioners, and IT specialists with important information. It aims to set the stage for a future in which security and efficiency in IoMT smoothly blend through real-world case studies. Key themes cover IoMT-specific forensic techniques, the difficulties of striking a balance between environmental responsibility and security, and creative solutions that combine the two viewpoints.

Digital Health for Primary Care (WONCA Family Medicine)

This book provides a comprehensive exploration of the role of Digital Health technologies in Primary Care. Discussing the transformative potential of Digital Health solutions and their impact on healthcare delivery within the Primary Care setting, the book offers insights, considers strategies, and shares practical guidance for all Primary Care providers interested in leveraging digital innovations to enhance patient outcomes and optimise care delivery.Key Features:• Content specific to and tailored for primary care and family medicine• Provides expert opinion and thought leadership on key enablers and hindrances of digital technology within health care systems• Includes concepts of patient and provider co-design of ideal systems and real-world examples of successful integrations of technologies into patient-centred models of care• Delivers the essential knowledge for practitioners and policy makers to develop and implement digital health innovation and service redesignThrough structured description of the spectrum of existing digital innovations, all applicable within and relevant to Primary Care, this timely new guide will support clinicians, innovators, and policy makers to maximise the opportunities and challenges that these technologies present. This guide will also enable future doctors, whatever their career aspirations, to understand the importance of digital innovation and its applications in health systems and patient-centred care.About the Editors:Ana Luisa Neves MD PhD, Clinical Senior Lecturer in Digital Health, Department of Primary Care and Public Health, Imperial College, London, UK; Chair of the WONCA Working Party on eHealthLiliana Laranjo MD MPH PhD, Associate Professor, Westmead Applied Research Centre, Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Australia; Deputy Chair of the WONCA Working Party on eHealth.

Digital Horizons: Proceedings of ICBT 2025, Volume 2 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1570)

This book explores the transformative impact of advanced technologies on the development of innovative business models, with a focus on how AI, blockchain, and the Internet of Things are shaping the future of business. It invites contributions that offer clear managerial or policy insights relevant to professionals across industries. Submissions employing diverse methodologies—including theoretical, conceptual, empirical, and multimethod studies—are encouraged to deepen our understanding of the intersection between technology and business model innovation. The high-quality case studies, comprehensive literature reviews, systematic meta-analyses, and interdisciplinary research presented at ICBT 2025 in Edinburgh are included in the book. The book advances theoretical knowledge, provide robust empirical analyses, and deliver actionable policy recommendations for fostering Business Model Innovation (BMI) through smart technologies.