Green Chemistry: An Inclusive Approach provides a broad overview of green chemistry for researchers from either an environmental science or chemistry background, starting at a more elementary level, i
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Wilson Disease provides a comprehensive guide on this inherited genetic disorder that has devastating consequences for both the liver and neurologic/psychiatric health. This disease is of increasing i
Small Modular Reactors: Nuclear Power Fad or Future? reviews SMR features, promises, and problems, also discussing what lies ahead for reactors of this type.There is currently significant interest in
Topics in Parallel and Distributed Computing provides resources and guidance for those learning PDC as well as those teaching students new to the discipline.The pervasiveness of computing devices cont
Aquatic Functional Biodiversity: An Ecological and Evolutionary Perspective provides a general conceptual framework by some of the most prominent investigators in the field for how to link eco-evoluti
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The theme of this volume is big data in ecology.Updates and informs the reader on the latest research findingsWritten by leading experts in the fieldHighlights areas for future investigation
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Heterogeneous Computing with OpenCL 2.0 teaches OpenCL and parallel programming for complex systems that may include a variety of device architectures: multi-core CPUs, GPUs, and fully-integrated Acce
In this volume we have brought together a number of core protocols concentrating on Protein, carefully written and edited by experts.Indispensable tool for the researcher Carefully written and edited
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The primary goal of the Information Protection Playbook is to serve as a comprehensive resource for information protection (IP) professionals who must provide adequate information security at a reason
For decades, the surface-plasmon-polariton wave guided by the interface of simple isotropic materials dominated the scene. However, in recent times research on electromagnetic surface waves guided by
Retired from teaching now, Bless (astronomy, U. of Wisconsin-Madison) updates his textbook for a one-semester course introducing astronomy to liberal arts students. He describes the historical context
This handbook is vital for understanding the origin of deep-water sandstones, emphasizing sandy-mass transport deposits (SMTD) and bottom-current reworked sands (BCRS) in petroleum reservoirs. This cu
In this new edition of his widely-used Handbook, Frank Watts, widely recognized for his significant contributions to engineering change control processes, provides a thoroughly practical guide to the
Saroya, an herbal consultant in India, presents a comprehensive and detailed but not exhaustive reference for students, researchers and practitioners of herbal and otherwise plant-based medicine. It i
This work stresses the importance of risk management in enterprises organized into networks. It is intended for scholars, graduate students, and researchers in virtual enterprises and supply chain man
This book deals with reproduction of Amphibians belonging to three extant orders: Caecilians, Salamanders, Frogs and Toads. Separate chapters have been written for males and females; the chapters desc
Two Germany-based environmental science researchers present seven chapters for a like audience covering features of soil biochemistry. The following topics are covered: soil and soil life, aerobic and
Computational welding mechanics (CWM) provides an important technique for modelling welding processes. Welding simulations are a key tool in improving the design and control of welding processes and t
Constraint satisfaction is a simple but powerful tool. Constraints identify the impossible and reduce the realm of possibilities to effectively focus on the possible, allowing for a natural declarativ
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This book is intended to assist those searching for guidance in OPENVMS performance management and application design. A variety of performance related topics are discussed and guidelines are given,
Scanning and stationary-beam electron microscopes are indispensable tools for both research and routine evaluation in materials science, the semiconductor industry, nanotechnology and the biological,
Hydraulic Rubber Dam: An Effective Water Management Technology is the go-to source for information on the materials, manufacture, mechanics and functional benefit of rubber dams in water management. R
Smart City Governance examines public domain activities and services in the digital age, evaluating all facets of smart city e-governance that fosters a cohesive understanding for the emerging generat
The Gap Between Weather and Climate Forecasting: Sub-Seasonal to Seasonal Prediction is an ideal reference for researchers and practitioners across the range of disciplines involved in the science, mo
"This book explores the emerging values and visions guiding the rise of new platforms for digital activities, crowdsourcing, crowdfunding and others that are shaping new development tools in the devel
This book is an illustrative guide for the understanding and implementation of model-based systems and architecture engineering with the Arcadia method, using Capella, a new open-source solution. More
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Patel presents a textbook for students at the beginning-to-intermediate level of knowledge about web site development on how to use the Windows Communication Foundation software to create service-
Agent-Based Spatial Simulation with NetLogo, Volume 2: Advanced Concepts provides a flexible and intuitive approach that connects both data and theories, making it ideal for the majority of scientific
For advanced classes in media studies, social studies, and science and technology studies, media and communication scholars summarize the state of research on actor-network theory and media studies, a
"This book explores the concept of seduction and the many ways it can be understood, either as a social and individual practice, a psychological trait, or a schema for manipulation"--
Neuroimaging, Part One, a text from The Handbook of Clinical Neurologyillustrates how neuroimaging is rapidly expanding its reach and applications in clinical neurology. It is an ideal resource for an
Rapid changes within the modern business landscape have created new demands for human resources management. With a different set of challenges to face, human resources managers must implement novel ap
