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The Meaningful City: Reading Barcelona’s Urban Landscape
by James DouetThis book presents a new way of examining cities to reveal the many and varied meanings which are written into urban landscapes. As the title suggests, urban areas are full of messages and communications, with signs and symbols incorporated into buildings, structures and plans. Taking the rich architectural and urbanistic chronicle of Barcelona as a model, the author shows how different social groups, consciously and unconsciously, have written their values and interests on to the city. The narrative opens with the forced reshaping by military engineers of the former capital of Catalunya after 1714, and extends up to an analysis of the many competing actors and agencies which attempt to impose their perspectives on the contemporary city. It scrutinizes how deep cultural and social changes such as the Enlightenment, Romanticism, the Industrial Revolution, de-industrialisation and globalisation can be read in the urban environment, as well as more intentional effects of major urban development projects including the Ciutadella fortress, the Rambles, the universal exhibitions of 1888 and 1929, the Sagrada Família, the Barcelona Model of urban renewal, the 22@ innovation district and the superil·les sustainability plans. Informed by the approach of critical urban studies, the narrative is written in a clear style to engage readers with many different interests, students, urbanists and design professionals as well as residents and visitors to the city. Drawing on research from varied academic fields published in English, Catalan and Spanish, it is illustrated with colour photographs of many of the buildings and sites that have made Barcelona a global resource for understanding contemporary cities.
Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality: 17th International Conference, VAMR 2025, Held as Part of the 27th HCI International Conference, HCII 2025, Gothenburg, Sweden, June 22–27, 2025, Proceedings, Part II (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #15789)
by Gino Fragomeni Jessie Y. C. ChenThis three-volume set, LNCS 15788-15790, constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 17th International Conference on Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality, VAMR 2025, held as part of the 27th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2025, in Gothenburg, Sweden, during June 22–27, 2025. The total of 1430 papers and 355 posters included in the HCII 2025 proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 7972 submissions. The papers presented in these three volumes are organized in the following topical sections:: Part I: Designing and Developing Virtual Environments; UX in Virtual Environments Part II: VR, Culture, Art and Entertainment; Social Interaction and Wellbeing in Virtual Environments Part III: VR Games; Virtual Environments for Learning, Training and Professional Development; Multimodal Interaction in Virtual Environments
Psychoanalysis and Psychoanalytic Therapies (Theories of Psychotherapy Series®)
by Jennifer Hunter Jeremy D. SafranPsychoanalysis and Psychoanalytic Therapies provides an overview of the history, practice, and ongoing developments in the field of psychoanalysis. As the original theory of psychotherapy, psychoanalysis is often presented as a starting point in psychology theory courses. Yet, many people's understanding of psychoanalysis is limited to the classic Freudian approach. Psychoanalysis and Psychoanalytic Therapies, Second Edition provides an overview of the historical evolution of, and recent advancements in this vital group of theories and approaches to psychotherapy, that have been refined over more than a century of international work by key theorists, researchers, and clinicians. This primer to psychoanalytic approaches, including clinical strategies and case examples illustrating short‑ and long‑term psychoanalytic treatment, is an essential resource for students and trainees interested in learning about psychoanalysis, as well as experienced clinicians seeking to refresh their knowledge. This new edition has been updated to include more contemporary perspectives on identity, diversity, and intersectionality in the context of psychoanalysis, as well as an expanded discussion of defenses, dream interpretation, recent research, and ongoing developments in the field.
Shift
by Jennifer BradburySome friends fade away….Others disappear. Now in paperback, a riveting mystery that will “keep the pages turning” (Chris Crutcher, author of Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes).Imagine you and your best friend head out West on a cross-country bike trek. Imagine that you get into a fight—the cheap SOB won’t kick in any cash—and you stop riding together. Imagine you reach Seattle, go home alone, and start college. Imagine you think your former best friend does too. Imagine he didn’t, that he was carrying more than $20,000 in cash the whole trip, and that now the FBI is looking for him. Imagine your world shifting....Shift is a breathtaking tour-de-force that explores the depths of loyalty and friendship—and the unknowable depths of another person.
Grow Healthier as You Grow Older by the Father of Aerobics: How a Life Devoted to Preventive Medicine Fostered the Global Fitness Revolution
by Kenneth H. Cooper MD, MPHGrow Healthier as You Grow Older is a personal look at the history of the fitness revolution, a guide for preventive health and fitness to improve the quality and quantity of your life, and an inspirational account of Dr. Kenneth Cooper&’s lifelong dedication to the mission of serving others.These days, workouts come in a wide variety, from hot yoga to HIIT (high intensity interval training) classes, pickleball to hip-hop dance. Exercise can be used in three ways: for rest and relaxation, for muscle-building and figure-contouring, and for cardiorespiratory fitness. All three have merit but only one can protect you from disease and prolong your life, and that is exercise for cardiorespiratory fitness—or, as most people call it: cardio. Walking, running, cycling, swimming, dancing, tennis, dancing—anything that gets your heart rate up and causes you to increase your oxygen intake over a certain period of time. Our survival depends on our ability to take in oxygen and deliver it efficiently to every area of the body. Dr. Kenneth Cooper&’s work as a pioneering researcher and preventive medicine physician has proven the benefits of aerobic exercise and how physiological changes in the body positively impact your overall health—plus make you feel good. Learning to follow his 8 Steps to Get Cooperized™ may be the way to make you healthy again, as it could the entire world, and help extend your life by as much as 10 years. Even minimal improvements—such as going from being totally inactive to exercising just 30 minutes a day, most days per week—are enough to drastically alter the course of a person&’s life. Reduce your risk of Alzheimer&’s and dementia, chronic kidney disease, congestive heart failure, and certain types of cancer by moving more. Today, at age 94, after practicing and teaching the value of preventive medicine, Dr. Cooper continues to think about new ways of doing things, new ways of presenting and studying data, new ways of looking at prevention. Take a deep dive inside the mind of an icon. He&’s done the research for you. Now it&’s your choice to become healthier sooner than later.
Arcane Circle
by Linda RobertsonAn action-packed urban fantasy where deadly secrets, supernatural politics, and passionate romance collide.After surviving a brutal battle with the forces of Fairy, Persephone Alcmedi is left with more problems than answers. She now carries dangerous secrets she must hide from both the magical and mundane worlds—and she&’s somehow responsible for feeding and sheltering dozens of displaced supernatural creatures living behind her cornfield. As if that weren&’t enough, her foster daughter Beverly&’s tenth birthday party is right around the corner. But the most pressing complication comes from Seph&’s boyfriend, Johnny, who has revealed himself as the wærewolf Domn Lup—the king of the werewolf world. The current ruler of the wære realm is on his way from Romania to verify Johnny&’s claim, but Johnny hides a perilous truth: his magic is locked within the intricate tattoos on his skin. Without it, his crown—and his life—are at risk. Seph and Johnny must race to unlock his magic before political rivals destroy him. Yet in the cutthroat arcane world, strength must be constantly proven, alliances shift like shadows, and every victory comes at a price. Now Seph must decide how far she&’s willing to go to protect the man she loves—and whether the cost will be paid in power, loyalty, or blood.
Angel Creek (Western Ladies #2)
by Linda HowardDesire swept through the Colorado hills like wildfire, determined to claim both a woman&’s land—and her heart—in this unforgettable western romance from New York Times bestselling author Linda Howard, author of A Lady of the West.For five years after her father&’s death, Dee Swann has fiercely protected her Angel Creek homestead and her independence. Surrounded by the rugged beauty of the high country, she vowed that no one would ever take her land…or her freedom. But drought has left the valley desperate, and when Lucas Cochran returns to Colorado, he has his sights set on Angel Creek. The water running through Dee&’s property is the key to turning his Double C Ranch into the cattle empire he dreams of. Ruthless in ambition and determined to succeed, Lucas is ready to battle the stubborn, black-haired, green-eyed woman who stands in his way. Yet the passion that sparks when Dee and Lucas meet is as fierce as any fight over land. Drawn together by desire and divided by pride, they must face a dangerous path—where dreams could be destroyed, lives could be lost, or love could blaze as wild and untamed as the Colorado frontier itself.
Conservation of Plant Genetic Resources: Strategies, Progress and Prospect
by Saikat Gantait Paweł ChmielarzThis book discusses validated in-vitro biotechnological interventions that have reshaped the landscape of plant genetic resource conservation. It covers essential topics such as collection processes, disease indexing, in-vitro culture establishment, multiplication techniques, and storage solutions ranging from short- to long-term strategies like cryopreservation. By addressing the challenges of ex-situ conservation management, this work offers a guide to preserving rare and endangered plants against the backdrop of climate change and unsustainable utilization. The chapters delve into critical themes such as slow growth strategies and synthetic seed technology for mid-term storage solutions. This book is for academicians, postgraduate students, and researchers in botany and plant biotechnology sectors, as well as molecular biologists and conservation enthusiasts.
New Trends in Disruptive Technologies, Tech Ethics and Artificial Intelligence: The DiTTEt 2025 Collection (Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing #1465)
by Juan F. de Paz Santana Daniel H. de la Iglesia Alfonso J. López RiveroThis book explores the latest advances in artificial intelligence, big data, the Internet of Things, and other disruptive technologies, while also addressing the ethical and social challenges they pose. It brings together peer-reviewed research presented at an international conference, offering a multidisciplinary perspective that combines technical innovation with critical reflection. The volume highlights new developments in AI applications, intelligent systems, and data-driven solutions, alongside analyses of their real-world impact. It is designed for researchers, postgraduate students, developers, and decision-makers interested in both cutting-edge technological progress and its broader implications. By connecting technical achievements with ethical and societal considerations, the book provides a comprehensive view of how innovation can be guided responsibly in diverse fields such as healthcare, climate science, politics, and cybersecurity.
Shelter and Storm: At Home in the Driftless
by Tamara DeanLiving mindfully with nature during a time of uncertainty In the midst of the environmental crises of the early twenty-first century, Tamara Dean sought a way to live lightly on the planet. Her quest drew her to a landscape unlike any other: the Driftless area of Wisconsin, a region untouched by glaciers, marked by steep hills and deeply carved valleys, capped with forests and laced with cold, spring-fed streams. There, she confronted, in ways large and small, the challenges of meeting basic needs while facing the ravages of climate change—an experience at once soul-stirring and practical that she recounts in Shelter and Storm. Dean&’s boundless curiosity and gift for storytelling imbue these essays with urgency and a sense of adventure. She invites readers to share in her discoveries while hunting for water, learning that a persistent weed could be food, or burning a hayfield to recreate a prairie. Contending with the fallout of fires, floods, and tornadoes, she offers responses to natural disasters that reflect the importance of community, now and for generations to come. Whether tracking down a rare, blue-glowing firefly, engineering a beaver-friendly waterway to appease a dying neighbor, or building a house of earthen blocks, Dean unites personal experience with science and history, presenting a perspective as informative as it is compelling. Keenly attentive to the stakes for our planet&’s future—and the implications of extreme weather, shifting agricultural practices, and political divides—Shelter and Storm illuminates a thoughtful way forward for anyone concerned about climate change and its far-reaching consequences or for anyone searching, as Dean has, for a more sustainable way to live. Retail e-book files for this title are screen-reader friendly.
Maxillary Sinus: Anatomy, Pathologies, and Therapeutic Approaches
by Stefano Di Girolamo Goran Latif OmerThe book brings together leading experts from diverse medical disciplines and incorporates perspectives from anatomy, physiology, imaging, and various pathologies to offer a comprehensive guide on the maxillary sinus. The volume is divided into sixteen chapters. The first chapters are dedicated to anatomy, physiology, imaging, and epidemiology. The following chapters present different pathologies of the maxillary sinus before exploring surgical techniques, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. Vascular management of lesions around the maxilla is also covered. The closing chapters focus on the reconstruction options for maxillary sinus defects, and cleft palate conditions. Accompanied by intraoperative videos and enriched with case reports, it allows the readers to witness real-life scenarios and enhance their understanding of clinical applications. It will be a high-yield resource for professionals in otorhinolaryngology, audiology, radiology, maxillofacial surgery, and related fields, as well as medical students seeking in-depth knowledge in this specialized area.
Ready to Play?: A Children’s Rights Analysis of Gambling-like Elements in Videogames (Information Technology and Law Series #40)
by Pieterjan DeclerckThis book approaches &‘gambling-like elements&’ such as lootboxes and social casino games from a children&’s rights perspective, focusing on the applicable existing legal framework and providing recommendations for future regulation. Analysed legal domains include gambling regulation, consumer protection and data protection regulation, as well as videogame industry self-regulation. An interdisciplinary approach serves as the foundation of the text; insights from non-legal disciplines such as psychology and media studies are integrated into the legal analysis. The book is aimed at readers with different levels of prior knowledge and experience regarding the topic, by providing both step-by-step explanations of videogame-related concepts and in-depth legal discussions within the various legal domains at different levels. It examines the recent evolution where children are increasingly engaging with a changing videogame environment in which the lines between videogames and gambling are blurred. By adopting a children&’s rights perspective, the book aims to add a fresh perspective to the legal debate related to the interacting worlds of videogames and gambling. As the book was written based on the doctoral research of the author, one especially relevant aspect is the inclusion of recommendations and wider suggestions directed at a variety of stakeholders in the field, ranging from policymakers at different levels, to industry representatives, legal scholars, parents and carers. Pieterjan Declerck is a Doctor in Law and is affiliated to the Department of Law and Technology at the Faculty of Law and Criminology at Ghent University in Belgium.
Optimization Methods in Manufacturing Processes: A Machine-Generated Literature Overview
by Anand J. KulkarniThis book presents the result of an innovative challenge, to create a systematic literature overview driven by machine-generated content. Questions and related keywords were prepared for the machine to query, discover, collate and structure by Artificial Intelligence (AI) clustering. The AI-based approach seemed especially suitable to provide an innovative perspective as the topics are indeed both complex, interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary, for example, climate, planetary and evolution sciences. Springer Nature has published much on these topics in its journals over the years, so the challenge was for the machine to identify the most relevant content and present it in a structured way that the reader would find useful. The automatically generated literature summaries in this book are intended as a springboard to further discoverability. They are particularly useful to readers with limited time, looking to learn more about the subject quickly and especially if they are new to the topics. Springer Nature seeks to support anyone who needs a fast and effective start in their content discovery journey, from the undergraduate student exploring interdisciplinary content to Master- or PhD-thesis developing research questions, to the practitioner seeking support materials, this book can serve as an inspiration, to name a few examples. It is important to us as a publisher to make the advances in technology easily accessible to our authors and find new ways of AI-based author services that allow human-machine interaction to generate readable, usable, collated, research content.
Therapie der unipolaren Depression - Ergotherapie, Soziotherapie und andere psychotherapeutisch mitgeprägte Verfahren
by Carsten KonradDieses Buch stellt die gängigen psychotherapeutisch mitgeprägten Behandlungsverfahren vor, manchmal auch Kotherapien oder Fachtherapien genannt, die in der Behandlung der unipolaren Depression zur Anwendung kommen können: Es bietet einen praxisnahen Überblick über Therapiemöglichkeiten wie Sport- und Bewegungstherapie, Ergotherapie, Musiktherapie, Genesungsbegleitung und Recovery, tiergestützte Therapie, Therapieangebote durch die psychiatrische Fachpflege, Soziotherapie sowie das erfolgreiche Angehörigengespräch. Jedes Kapitel beginnt mit der Schilderung eines typischen Falls, der im Verlauf des Kapitels wie ein roter Faden fortgesetzt wird, um die im Kapitel dargestellten Interventionen jeweils praxisnah zu illustrieren. Jede Intervention wird in einzelne Handlungsschritte unterteilt, die in Modulen dargestellt werden, und mit Online-Materialien wie Arbeitsblättern, Informationsmaterialien, Aufklärungsbögen etc. unterlegt. Dabei folgen die Kapitel dem Prinzip der praxisnahen Beschreibung der einzelnen Methoden, die das Lesen einzelner Kapitel ohne den Zusammenhang mit den anderen Kapiteln ermöglicht. Das Buch ist die Fortführung und Aktualisierung der Sektion „Praxis der psychosozialen Therapien&“ in Konrad, C.: „Therapie der Depression – Praxisbuch der Behandlungsmethoden&“, Springer 2017. Es richtet sich einerseits an psychotherapeutisch tätige Ärzt:innen und Psycholog:innen, die sich einen Überblick über Einsatz und Möglichkeiten dieser Therapieverfahren verschaffen möchten. Andererseits ist es auch für interessierte Ergotherapeut:innen, Physiotherapeut:innen Gesundheits- und Krankenpfleger:innen, Genesungsbegleiter:innen, Soziotherapeut:innen oder Mitarbeiter:innen der Sozialdienste interessant, die hier in kompakter Form konkrete Anregungen und Anleitungen für die Behandlung ihrer Patient:innen erhalten.
Generalized Homogeneity in Systems and Control Volume I: Finite-Dimensional Systems (Communications and Control Engineering)
by Andrey PolyakovThis book is an introduction to the theory of homogeneous systems, useful for the simplification of many types of nonlinear control problems. It propounds methods that can be employed when linearization proves unsuitable and provides a unified approach to stability and robustness analysis, control and observer design, and system discretization. The second edition splits the coverage of homogeneity, allowing expanded coverage of finite-dimensional systems (in this book) and infinite-dimensional systems (in Volume II). The results are better systematized and easier for readers to study and assimilate. The first volume details the concepts of finite-time and fixed-time stability. Key features of the book include: mathematical models of dynamical systems in finite-dimensional spaces; the theory of linear dilations in Euclidean spaces; homogeneous control and estimation; extensively expanded and original chapters with entirely new treatments of digitization, safety-critical systems, neural networks, and multiagent control; simple methods for an upgrade of existing linear control laws; numerical schemes for a consistent digital implementation of homogeneous algorithms; and experimental results that confirm an improvement of PID controllers. Illustrative examples—numerical results, computer simulations, and real experiments—support all the theoretical material. The coverage of finite-dimensional systems presented in this book is of interest to graduate students of control theory from engineering and applied-mathematical backgrounds and to practising control engineers.
Handbook of Nanofillers
by Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain Shadpour MallakpourThis handbook presents the basic concepts of nanofillers, their types, unique properties, including their structure, surface area, properties & real-time applications. The book discusses basics of nanofillers, their types, their structures, and properties as well as several applications. The chapters in this book cover latest developments applications in the food industry, drug delivery, tissue technology, biosensors, electrically conductive polymers and insulators, green catalysis, and environmental remediation. The contents of these book will be useful to researchers, industry practitioners, and academics across disciplines of materials science, chemistry, biomedicine, industrial engineering and chemical engineering.
Betrayal—The Other Side of the Cyprus Case: An Account of the Cyprus Issue and the UN Facilitated Settlement Process from 1960 to 2025
by Mustafa Ergün OlgunThis book explores the little known root cause and nature of the Cyprus conflict;fills the huge gaps that have been, over time, airbrushed out of Cyprus&’s postcolonialhistory; traces the UN led settlement process from 1964 to 2025, sharing Turkish Cypriot and Greek Cypriot positions at the talks; evaluates the performance of the UN in Cyprus; identifies the key reasons that have contributed to the failure of the talks; and sheds light on the needs of an equality-based, fair and sustainable settlement in the critical/strategic geography that Cyprus finds itself.
Social Impact of AI: International Workshop, SIAI 2025, Philadelphia, PA, USA, March 1, 2025, Proceedings (Communications in Computer and Information Science #2599)
by Leonidas Deligiannidis Yetunde Folajimi Salem Othman Shawren SinghThe workshop proceedings SIAI 2025 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the fourth International Workshop on Social Impact of AI, SIAI 2025, which was held in Philadelphia, PA, USA, in March 2025. The 8 full papers, 4 short papers, and one poster presented in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 26 submissions. SIAI-ReDI 2025 centered on the development and assessment of inclusive AI frameworksthat prioritize ethical design, equitable deployment, and cultural context. The workshop&’scall for papers invited submissions across a range of urgent topics, including: Algorithmic fairness and transparencyInclusive AI education and workforce strategiesAI in marginalized and underrepresented communitiesIntersectionality, gender, and accessibility in AICross-cultural AI governance and regulationPublic trust, participatory AI, and responsible design
Time Series Analysis and Forecasting: Selected Contributions from ITISE 2023 (Contributions to Statistics)
by Ignacio Rojas Héctor Pomares Olga Valenzuela Fernando Rojas Luis Javier HerreraThis volume on the latest developments in the theory and applications of time series analysis and forecasting comprises a selection of refereed papers presented at the 9th International Conference on Time Series and Forecasting, ITISE 2023, held in Gran Canaria, Spain, July 12-14, 2023. It is divided into several parts that address modern theoretical aspects of time series analysis, advanced econometric methods, time series and machine learning, financial forecasting and risk analysis, and applications to various disciplines, including econometrics and energy research. The broad range of topics and applications presented, including matters of particular relevance for sustainable development, gives readers a modern perspective on the subject. The ITISE conference series provides a forum for scientists, engineers, educators and students to discuss the latest advances and implementations in the foundations, theory, models and applications of time series analysis and forecasting. It focuses on interdisciplinary research encompassing computer science, mathematics, statistics and econometrics.
Human Resources Development in a Digital Age (Information Systems Engineering and Management #52)
by Maria José SousaThis book leads to a transformative journey through the world of human resources development (HRD) in the digital age, where technology and innovation converge to redefine the workplace. It unveils the dynamic shifts driven by artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, and immersive technologies, offering a roadmap to harness these advancements for organizational success. This comprehensive exploration examines the critical aspects of HRD, including learning and development, engagement, competencies, organizational culture, and other important topics. Through engaging insights and real-world examples, the book highlights how AI personalizes learning experiences and enhances decision-making processes. It also addresses the ethical considerations of adopting digital tools, emphasizing data privacy, fairness, and the human element in technology-driven strategies. From overcoming the digital divide to fostering a culture of continuous learning, this book equips readers with the knowledge to navigate challenges and seize opportunities in a rapidly evolving landscape. This book is an essential resource for HR professionals, organizational leaders, professors and students, and anyone seeking to future-proof their workforce and drive sustainable growth. It redefines the HR strategy and embraces the limitless potential of digital transformation with this groundbreaking book.
Optimization and Data Science in Industrial Engineering: Second International Conference, ODSIE 2024, Istanbul, Turkey, November 7–8, 2024, Proceedings (Communications in Computer and Information Science #2482)
by Gerhard-Wilhelm Weber Kathryn E. Stecke Zohreh Molamohamadi Erfan Babaee Tirkolaee A. MirzazadehThis volume constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Second International Conference on Optimization and Data Science in Industrial Engineering, ODSIE 2024, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during November 7–8, 2024. The 25 full papers and 1 short paper included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 92 submissions. They were organized into topics such as : Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems in Engineering; Digital Technologies in Healthcare Systems; Smart Supply Chain and Manufacturing Systems; Smart Transportation and Logistics Systems; Data Analytics and Advanced Optimization; and Internet and Mobile Technologies.
Challenging Contemporary Thinking on Play
by Victoria De Rijke Rebecca SinkerThis book explores the leaps and overlaps of play and aesthetic activity, across theories of feminism and posthumanism, neuroscience, ethology, pedagogy and postdevelopmental thinking, sociologies of space, game design and digital play from the very young to artist’s practice. It concludes with an entirely original exploration of dark play, and its complexities. As a series of interview or conversation pieces, key thinkers in each area of focus toy with positions around their field’s identification of play, proactively countering their Eurocentric demographic by drawing on examples of playful and arts practice/’research acts’ from as diverse a global reach as possible. Drawing on an interdisciplinary methodology including phenomenological, materialist, posthumanist and arts practice as a form of research, the book challenges and criticizes over-used or lazy applications of play and bring theories of possibility and thinking into the arena of culture within contemporary conceptual reference. Formulaic and production-led education is critiqued, arguing that to engage more fully with pedagogies of play and its in-built interdisciplinarity and criticality carries risks but with that, transformative practices.
Selected Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery Anesthesia Cases
by Jie Bai Jijian Zheng Mazhong ZhangThis book provides an in-depth exploration of anesthesia management for pediatric patients undergoing cardiovascular surgery, with a focus on complex congenital heart diseases (CHD). It is structured into four comprehensive parts, offering a blend of theoretical foundations and practical case studies to equip medical professionals with the knowledge needed for effective anesthetic care in this challenging field. The initial chapters lay the groundwork by detailing cardiovascular development during embryonal and postnatal periods, the physiology of the cardiovascular system, and the pathophysiology of CHD. They also cover critical techniques such as cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). The subsequent sections explore into 80 clinical anesthesia cases, each meticulously documented to highlight the anesthesia process, expert clinical experiences, and analyses of potential improvements. These cases span a variety of contexts, including open-heart surgeries, non-cardiac procedures, and off-site anesthesia, providing a comprehensive view of the challenges and solutions in pediatric anesthesia. This book is an invaluable resource for anesthesiologists, pediatric cardiologists, and healthcare professionals involved in the care of children with heart conditions. It offers insights from renowned experts, making it a must-read for those seeking to enhance their clinical practice and improve patient outcomes. This book provides the tools and knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of pediatric cardiovascular anesthesia with confidence and precision. The translation was done with the help of artificial intelligence. A subsequent human revision was done primarily in terms of content.
Carbon: Bulk-to-Nano Forms for Detection and Remediation of Environmental Contaminants
by Ajith Manayil Parambil Eepsita Priyadarshini Paulraj RajamaniThis book provides a thorough examination of the diverse applications of carbon-based materials, including both bulk and nano forms, in the detection and remediation of environmental contaminants. The authors aim to meet the growing need for long-term solutions to environmental contamination by emphasizing the adaptability and efficacy of carbon-based materials in a variety of sensing and repair methods. The book opens with an introduction that discusses carbon-based bulk and nanomaterials, highlighting their importance in environmental sensing and remediation, an offering the groundwork for understanding carbon's critical role in tackling modern environmental issues. It then looks into carbon-based sensing techniques, covering various technologies, including electrochemical sensing, fluorescent carbon nanomaterials, colorimetric detection, and surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy. Each chapter delves into these approaches' principles, benefits, and applications, demonstrating the promise of carbon-based materials in accurately and sensitively detecting environmental contaminants. The book also discusses remediation strategies that use carbon-based materials, including adsorption, catalytic degradation, membrane filtration, and antibacterial activity. These chapters give insights into the mechanisms and effectiveness of carbon material-based methods for removing contaminants from diverse environmental matrices and sustainable approaches to environmental remediation. Furthermore, the book includes case studies and real-world applications demonstrating the practical use of carbon-based sensing and remediation strategies. These case studies demonstrate practical applications of carbon-based materials to solve specific environmental concerns, showing successes and obstacles faced in real-world circumstances.
Social Media in deutschen Kommunalverwaltungen: Erfolgsfaktoren im Kontext eines transparenten Kommunalverwaltungsmarketings (Kommunale Politik und Verwaltung)
by Marion EffingDeutsche Kommunalverwaltungen stehen vor der Herausforderung, Social Media strategisch und zielgerichtet im Rahmen eines spezifischen Kommunalverwaltungsmarketings einzusetzen – unter Berücksichtigung begrenzter Ressourcen und besonderer Rahmenbedingungen. Die Studie zeigt, dass Social Media Potenziale bietet, deren Wirksamkeit jedoch stark von kommunalen Gegebenheiten abhängt und daher als Teil einer übergeordneten Kommunikationsstrategie betrachtet werden sollte.