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Protein Geometry, Classification, Topology and Symmetry: A Computational Analysis of Structure (Series in Biophysics)
by William R. Taylor Andras AszodiFrom a geometric perspective, this book reviews and analyzes the structural principals of proteins with the goal of revealing the underlying regularities in their construction. It also reviews computer methods for structure analysis and the automatic comparison and classification of these structures with an analysis of the statistical significance of comparing different shapes. Following an analysis of the current state of the protein classification, the authors explore more abstract geometric and topological representations, including the occurrence of knotted topologies. The book concludes with a consideration of the origin of higher-level symmetries in protein structure.
Vancouver Book of Everything: Everything You Wanted to Know About Vancouver and Were Going to Ask Anyway (Book Of Everything Ser.)
by Samantha AmaraThe go-to book on Canada&’s west coast gem—from affordable activities to crime and punishment, slang to weather, people to politics, and much more. From &“Gassy&” Jack Deighton and the Klondike Gold Rush to the Chinese Head Tax to Japanese Internment, the Strathcona Protest, Vancouver Canucks and the 2010 Olympic Winter Games to profiles of the original &“Dominic Da Vinci,&” Larry Campbell, famed author Douglas Coupland, and environmentalist David Suzuki, no book is more comprehensive than the Vancouver Book of Everything. No book is more fun. Well-known Vancouverites weigh in on every aspect of their beloved city. Historian Chuck Davis gives us his top five events that shaped its history; author Jen Sookfong Lee gives us her top five best things about living in Vancouver; Vancouver Sun restaurant critic Mia Stainsby gives us the city&’s top five cheap eats and Global TV&’s meteorologist, Mark Madryga, offers up his top five Vancouver weather events. From the city&’s First People and infamous weather to its slang, heinous crimes, and the ubiquitous Japa dog, it&’s all here. Whether you are a lifelong resident or visiting for the first time, there is no better resource about the city of Vancouver, you&’ll love the Vancouver Book of Everything. &“Even born-and-bred Vancouverites will doubtless find something of interest in the Vancouver Book of Everything.&” —The Westender &“The book combines tourist elements . . . with facts that even seasoned Vancouverites may not know.&” —Miss604 &“When your friends start asking questions about the city, hand them the Vancouver Book of Everything.&” —Vancouver Sun
Dear Friend: Letters of Encouragement, Humor, and Love for Women with Breast Cancer
by Gina L. MulliganA beautiful collection of handwritten letters that offer strength and comfort to women living with breast cancer.Written by compassionate strangers—many of whom have gone through their own health battles—these heartfelt letters contain empathy, inspiration, and humor to help you overcome difficult moments. They were gathered by Girls Love Mail, an organization that provides support to people diagnosed with breast cancer.Also including beautiful illustrations, this is a book that can bring light to dark moments and make readers feel less alone during stressful and hard times.
Silent Cinema and the Politics of Space (New Directions in National Cinemas)
by Jennifer M. Bean, Anupama Kapse and Laura HorakIn this cross-cultural history of narrative cinema and media from the 1910s to the 1930s, leading and emergent scholars explore the transnational crossings and exchanges that occurred in early cinema between the two world wars. Drawing on film archives from around the world, this volume advances the premise that silent cinema freely crossed national borders and linguistic thresholds in ways that became far less possible after the emergence of sound. These essays address important questions about the uneven forces–geographic, economic, political, psychological, textual, and experiential–that underscore a non-linear approach to film history. The "messiness" of film history, as demonstrated here, opens a new realm of inquiry into unexpected political, social, and aesthetic crossings of silent cinema.
DIY for Renters: Don't Call the Landlord
by Charles ByersFixes and upgrades that tenants can make for themselves: &“Good how-to advice . . . with clear images and helpful instructions.&” —Katie and Gene Hamilton, cofounders of DIYorNot.comDIY for Renters is a complete repair and maintenance guide for everyone who rents—not owns—their home. It&’s designed to help apartment and house renters perform common repairs and upgrades that are economical and safe, and don&’t conflict with tenant/landlord agreements. Also included are tips on taking down and removing upgrades when it&’s time to move out of the rental unit so you can get your security deposit back in full. Packed with step-by-step instructions, illustrations, and color photos, this book teaches basic repair skills that potential future homeowners can use for the rest of their lives. Charles Byers, an experienced vocational school educator, shows how to address all the normal maintenance issues that every home encounters, from squeaky doors and floors, wet basements, and replacing light switches to installing ceiling fans, plumbing, heating, and electrical repairs. Byers guides the reader to complete each project as inexpensively and perfectly as possible, using readily available materials from the local home center.
Polymeric Biomaterials: Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Applications, Volume 2
by Severian Dumitriu Valentin PopaBiomaterials have had a major impact on the practice of contemporary medicine and patient care. Growing into a major interdisciplinary effort involving chemists, biologists, engineers, and physicians, biomaterials development has enabled the creation of high-quality devices, implants, and drug carriers with greater biocompatibility and biofunctiona
Stability of Infinite Dimensional Stochastic Differential Equations with Applications (Monographs and Surveys in Pure and Applied Mathematics)
by Kai LiuStochastic differential equations in infinite dimensional spaces are motivated by the theory and analysis of stochastic processes and by applications such as stochastic control, population biology, and turbulence, where the analysis and control of such systems involves investigating their stability. While the theory of such equations is well establ
Second-order Nonlinear Optical Characterization Techniques: An Introduction
by Thierry Verbiest Koen Clays Vincent RodriguezAlthough chemists, biochemists, biologists, and material scientists are often interested in using nonlinear optical techniques for characterizing their samples, they seldom have the necessary background to exploit these methods. Designed for nonspecialists, Second-Order Nonlinear Optical Characterization Techniques: An Introduction focuses on the p
Line Integral Methods for Conservative Problems
by Luigi Brugnano Felice IavernaroLine Integral Methods for Conservative Problems explains the numerical solution of differential equations within the framework of geometric integration, a branch of numerical analysis that devises numerical methods able to reproduce (in the discrete solution) relevant geometric properties of the continuous vector field. The book focuses on a large
Atmospheric Acoustic Remote Sensing: Principles and Applications
by Stuart BradleySonic Detection and Ranging (SODAR) systems and Radio Acoustic Sounding Systems (RASS) use sound waves to determine wind speed, wind direction, and turbulent character of the atmosphere. They are increasingly used for environmental and scientific applications such as analyzing ground-level pollution dispersion and monitoring conditions affecting wi
Point Sources and Multipoles in Inverse Scattering Theory (Chapman & Hall/CRC Research Notes in Mathematics Series)
by Roland PotthastOver the last twenty years, the growing availability of computing power has had an enormous impact on the classical fields of direct and inverse scattering. The study of inverse scattering, in particular, has developed rapidly with the ability to perform computational simulations of scattering processes and led to remarkable advances in a range of
Exploring Linear Algebra: Labs and Projects with Mathematica (Textbooks in Mathematics)
by Crista ArangalaExploring Linear Algebra: Labs and Projects with Mathematica is a hands-on lab manual for daily use in the classroom. Each lab includes exercises, theorems, and problems that guide your students on an exploration of linear algebra. The exercises section integrates problems, technology, Mathematica visualization, and Mathematica CDFs, enabling stude
Micro & Nano-Engineering of Fuel Cells (Sustainable Energy Developments)
by Jin Xuan Dennis Y.C. LeungFuel cells are clean and efficient energy conversion devices expected to be the next generation power source. During more than 17 decades of research and development, various types of fuel cells have been developed with a view to meet the different energy demands and application requirements. Scientists have devoted a great deal of time and effort
The Nanobiotechnology Handbook
by Yubing XieA thorough overview of nanobiotechnology and its place in advances in applied science and engineering, The Nanobiotechnology Handbook combines contributions from physics, bioorganic and bioinorganic chemistry, molecular and cellular biology, materials science, and medicine as well as from mechanical, electrical, chemical, and biomedical engineering to address the full scope of current and future developments. World-class experts discuss the role of nanobiotechnology in bioanalysis, biomolecular and biomedical nanotechnology, biosensors, biocatalysis and biofuel, and education and workforce development. It includes downloadable resources that contain all figures in the book.The book begins with discussions of biomimetic nanotechnology, including a comprehensive overview of DNA nanostructure and DNA-inspired nanotechnology, aptamer-functionalized nanomaterials as artificial antibodies, artificial enzymes, molecular motors, and RNA structures and RNA-inspired nanotechnology. It shows how nanotechnology can be inspired by nature as well as adverse biological events in diagnostic and therapeutic development. From there, the chapters cover major important and widely used nanofabrication techniques, applications of nanotechnology for bioprocessing followed by coverage of the applications of atomic force microscopy (AFM), optical tweezers and nanofluidics as well as other nanotechnology-enabled biomolecular and cellular manipulation and detection. Focusing on major research trends, the book highlights the importance of nanobiotechnology to a range of medical applications such as stem cell technology and tissue engineering, drug development and delivery, imaging, diagnostics, and therapeutics. And with coverage of topics such as nanotoxicity, responsible nanotechnology, and educational and workforce development, it provides a unique overview and perspective of nanobiotechnology impacts from a researcher’s, entrepreneur’s, economist’s and educator’s point of view. It provides a resource for current applications and future development of nanobiotechnology.
Advances on Models, Characterizations and Applications
by N. Balakrishnan I. G. Bairamov O. L. GebizliogluStatistical distributions are one of the most important applied mathematical tools across a wide spectrum of disciplines, including engineering, biological sciences, and health and social sciences. Since they are used to model observed data and ultimately to develop inferential procedures, understanding the properties of statistical distributions i
One Simple Change: Surprisingly Easy Ways to Transform Your Life
by Winnie AbramsonA guide to fifty small ways to change your lifestyle to help you feel happier, healthier, and younger.Fact-filled and empowering, this is your essential guide to bettering yourself and your world, one small action at a time. Jumpstart the new you with anyone of these examples and watch the benefits add up:Be mindful. What it means, and how you, too, can live in the moment.Make your own juice for a tasty and creative nutrient boost.Nurture your adrenal glands for balanced, stress-free living.Go green with leafy salads, all-natural cleansing agents, and nontoxic body products.Say no to diets and yes to variety. Think healthful fats, dark chocolate, and more!Indulge with fourteen eco-friendly recipes for healthful snacks and meals
Christmas Cookies: 50 Delicious Holiday Confections (Reference to Go)
by Lou Seibert PappasFifty Christmas cookie recipes sure to make your next holiday gathering, cookie exchange, or quiet night at home merry and bright.Bake up a batch of festive winter treats! All of the traditional favorites—and some contemporary twists—are included in this handy deck of easy-to-follow recipes, from classic gingerbread and spiced Lebkuchen, to rich Snowflake Brownie Diamonds and delicate Norwegian Lace Cookies. Whether at home or with friends, Christmas Cookies will help you deck your halls with the sumptuous aromas and oven-baked warmth of the season.
A Prophetic Peace: Judaism, Religion, and Politics
by Alick Isaacs“Real philosophy for the real world . . . if you’re interested in peace, read it.” —EborChallenging deeply held convictions about Judaism, Zionism, war, and peace, Alick Isaacs’s combat experience in the second Lebanon war provoked him to search for a way of reconciling the belligerence of religion with its messages of peace.In his insightful readings of the texts of Biblical prophecy and rabbinic law, Isaacs draws on the writings of Ludwig Wittgenstein, Jacques Derrida, Abraham Joshua Heschel, and Martin Buber, among others, to propose an ambitious vision of religiously inspired peace. Rejecting the notion of Jewish theology as partial to war and vengeance, this eloquent and moving work points to the ways in which Judaism can be a path to peace. A Prophetic Peace describes an educational project called Talking Peace whose aim is to bring individuals of different views together to share varying understandings of peace.
Finding Your Voice with Dyslexia and other SpLDs
by Ginny Stacey Sally FowlerFinding Your Voice with Dyslexia and other SpLDs is an essential guide to living with dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties (SpLDs). The book provides readers with a practical guide to expressing and developing ideas and feelings. Uniquely designed for dyslexic/ SpLD readers, this book discusses how individual people function and will help readers to: •understand how they think•know what they can do to maintain clear thinking•know how they can positively contribute to any situation in which they find themselves.When people with SpLD find their voice, they gain the self-esteem and confidence to tackle all elements of life (study, employment, general living) and to negotiate sucessfully with those around them. The book contains stories, insights, examples, tips and exercises, presented in a user-friendly way throughout. The book has also been designed for non-linear reading and each chapter includes a ‘dipping-in’ section to guide the reader. The book does not have to be read as solid, continuous text from start to finish: it can be read more like a travel guide.As well as providing vital assistance to people with dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties, this book will benefit anyone supporting, living or working with dyslexic/ SpLD people by helping them to understand more about the dyslexic/ SpLD world.
Grain Boundary Migration in Metals: Thermodynamics, Kinetics, Applications, Second Edition (Materials Science & Technology)
by Gunter Gottstein Lasar S. ShvindlermanA major goal of materials science is to create new engineering materials and optimize their cost and performance. Understanding how adjacent materials behave at their borders is an essential part of this process. Grain boundaries are the longest-known crystal defects, but although they were discovered in the mid-eighteenth century, until quite rece
Material Science and Engineering: Proceedings of the 3rd Annual 2015 International Conference on Material Science and Engineering (ICMSE2015, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China, 15-17 May 2015)
by Ping ChenMaterial Science and Engineering presents novel and fundamental advances in the field of material science and engineering. This proceedings collects the comprehensive and worldwide research results on Metallic Materials and Applications, Chemical Materials, Electronic Materials, Nanomaterials, Composite and Polymer Materials, Bio and Medical Materi
Smooth Homogeneous Structures in Operator Theory (Monographs and Surveys in Pure and Applied Mathematics)
by Daniel BeltitaGeometric ideas and techniques play an important role in operator theory and the theory of operator algebras. Smooth Homogeneous Structures in Operator Theory builds the background needed to understand this circle of ideas and reports on recent developments in this fruitful field of research. Requiring only a moderate familiarity with funct
Hydrodynamics, Mass and Heat Transfer in Chemical Engineering
by Andrei D. Polyanin A.M. Kutepov D.A. Kazenin A.V. VyazminHydrodynamics, Mass and Heat Transfer in Chemical Engineering contains a concise and systematic exposition of fundamental problems of hydrodynamics, heat and mass transfer, and physicochemical hydrodynamics, which constitute the theoretical basis of chemical engineering in science. Areas covered include: fluid flows; processes of chemical engineeri
FRP-Strengthened Metallic Structures
by Xiao-Ling ZhaoRepairing or strengthening failing metallic structures traditionally involves using bulky and heavy external steel plates that often pose their own problems. The plates are generally prone to corrosion and overall fatigue. Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP), a composite material made of a polymer matrix reinforced with fibers, offers a great alternativ
Spatial Cluster Modelling
by Andrew B. Lawson David G.T. DenisonResearch has generated a number of advances in methods for spatial cluster modelling in recent years, particularly in the area of Bayesian cluster modelling. Along with these advances has come an explosion of interest in the potential applications of this work, especially in epidemiology and genome research. In one integrated volume, this b