Radiation Transfer explores non-traditional phenomena for transfer theory, which are nevertheless of considerable interest in wave measurements, and bring the advances of transfer theory as close as p
Microwave Dielectric Spectroscopy of Ferroelectrics and Related Materials summarizes the research in this exciting field and discusses many crystals that were investigated in the microwave region, inc
Many of the modern variational problems in topology arise in different but overlapping fields of scientific study: mechanics, physics and mathematics. In this work, Professor Fomenko offers a concise
Facilities increasingly rely on computerized systems to optimize their buildings' systems operation and reduce the costs of maintenance and management. Therefore, facility managers and engineers must
Effective management of a communications network can be a difficult and costly activity, and even more so when the network crosses international borders. International network managers face a number o
Presents a comprehensive description of the theory and physics of high-intensity ultrasound, dealing with a wide range of problems associated with the industrial applications of ultrasound, mainly in
Volume 3: Complex Coding Systems of the Practical Handbook of Genetic Algorithms contains computer-code examples for the development of genetic algorithm systems, compiling them from an array of prac
Thoroughly updated and revised, this second edition of Biotechnology and Safety Assessment represents a timely update on the rapidly moving field of biopharmaceutics
This timely book offers solutions to the global warming problem that lie in the development of comprehensive energy and environmental policies that emphasize the need to use energy efficiently while l
The growing need to promote the health and function of aging workers presents new challenges as well as new opportunities. This book examines methods for diagnosing and evaluating work ability/employa
Adiabatic Invariants in Large-Scale Atmospheric Dynamics deals with the main principles of large-scale atmospheric dynamics on the basis of adiabatic motion constants. It introduces the theory of quas
This book provides invaluable guidance on completing projects on time and within budget while meeting the needs of the customer. It presents easy-to-follow project planning steps covering responsibili
This volume deals with first- and second-order complex equations of hyperbolic and mixed types. The authors investigate in detail general boundary value problems for linear and quasilinear complex equ
Written by physicians experienced in treating patients with chronic diseases, this book addresses the nutritional aspects and components of certain diseases and translates research findings and clinic
This multi-disciplinary volume weaves together the fields of biology, archaeology, anthropology, and history to produce an in-depth analysis of the biological history of past human populations. With c
The Middle Zambezi, host to a rich biodiversity, is located in the central part of the Zambezi River Basin which covers eight Southern African Countries. The area is located downstream of three hydrop
Advances in biotechnology have brought gene therapy to the forefront of medical research. This book focuses on specific gene regulation and therapeutics in various cancers and new technology used in t
This book is a complete practical reference for mining operations, contractors and mine planners alike, as well as civil engineering practitioners and consulting engineers. Invaluable in the fiel
This book evaluates the mechanisms that give rise to tectonic plate movements and presents evidence to show that major impacts on earth have caused significant and dramatic changes in their track.
Allows students to practice the methods, procedures, and techniques associated with forensic science, crime scene investigation, documentation, and evidence handling. This book presents useful forms,
Contains essays regarding the CHI '95 conference, which featured a panel titled, 'Discount or Disservice', 'Discount Usability Analysis: Evaluation at a Bargain Price or Simply Damaged Merchandise'.
Helps you use the industry's most popular RTOS/processor combination to develop embedded applications that are small, fast, reliable, and deterministic. Beginning with a discussion of embedded and rea
Defined as the total process of converting a line or process from one product to another, changeover will not only help your organization improve quality and flexibility, but it will save thousands an
With contributions from pioneers in this area, this book covers state-of-the-art information on PRB technology. It details design criteria, predictive modeling, and application to contaminants be
This dedicated reference book will cover everything that the global cannabis testing communities need to know about heavy metals and other elemental impurities and will help inexperienced users in the
Thoroughly revised and updated, Natural Capital and Human Economic Survival, Second Edition focuses on a key aspect of ecological economics, natural capital, in the context of Sustainable Development.
Highlighting the practical and nutritional facts readers want to know, The Concise Encyclopedia covers the whole gamut of foods, health, and nutrition. The topics are arranged alphabetically and cross
A collection of lectures presented at the Fourth International Conference on Nonassociative Algebra and its Applications, held in Sao Paulo, Brazil. It presents applications to population genetics the
Contains the proceedings of the Conference on Representations of Algebras - Sao Paulo (CRASP), held at the Instituto de Matematica e Estatistica of the Universidade de Sao Paulo, Brazil. This work dis
This book covers the historical background of inorganic ion exchangers, their classification, and the analytical aspects of these materials. It discusses inorganic ion exchangers for students, teacher
This book contains seventy-four of the papers presented at the World Soybean Research Conference II held in March 26-29, 1979, at North Carolina State University. It serves as an excellent resource fo
This volume focuses on the basic dilemma inherent in the formulation and implementation of agricultural policies in the United States: many of the best short-term options are the worst ones for the lo
This book explains the importance of farmworkers in California agriculture, reviews the history of farm labour and farmworker unions, and then examines the ALRA in operation.
The result of strong international interest in the soybean, the World Soybean Research Conference II was held March 26-29, 1979, at North Carolina State University. This volume contains summaries of t
Insect Transgenesis: Methods and Applications describes, in a comprehensive manner, the various methodologies available, possible applications, and the risk assessment and regulatory issues involved i
Features software workshops for 3ds Max, Maya, CINEMA 4D, Lightwave, and Softimage XSI. This title helps you get the techniques you need to create your own virtual vixens. It demonstrates the work cyc
Teaches 3ds Max quickly and effectively. This title offers hands-on experience with the key tools and techniques through step-by-step project-based lessons, while learning to model, animate, apply mat
The aim of IeCCS 2005, which was held in May 2005, was to bring together leading scientists of the international Computer Science community and to attract original research papers. This volume in the
The Challenge of English in the National Curriculum considers how particular aspects of a national curriculum can be reconciled with the best practice of the English teaching tradition. The authors ar
This work presents and evaluates methods currently employed to identify the potential of certain types of chemicals to adversely affect the skin. Tests for chemicals that affect the reproductive and n
