Fire Effects on Soil Properties Wildland fires are occurring more frequently and affecting more of Earth's surface than ever before. These fires affect the properties of soils and the processes by which they form but the nature of these impacts has not been well understood. Given that healthy soil is necessary to sustain biodiversity ecosystems and agriculture the impact of fire on soil is a vital field of research. Fire Effects on Soil Properties brings together current research on the effects of fire on the physical biological and chemical properties of soil. Written by over 60 international experts in the field it includes examples from fire-prone areas across the world dealing with ash meso and macrofauna smouldering fires recurrent fires and management of fire-affected soils. It also describes current best practice methodologies for research and monitoring of fire effects and new methodologies for future research. This is the first time information on this topic has been presented in a single volume and the book will be an important reference for students practitioners managers and academics interested in the effects of fire on ecosystems including soil scientists geologists forestry researchers and environmentalists. Key Features: brings together research on the effects of fire on the physical biological and chemical properties of soil. contributing to a better understanding of the impact of fire as an integral and inseperable part of the ecosystem prpvides a contemporary review of the ways in which fire impacts soils and of the methods being used to monitor and analyse these effects GBP 150.00 1
Soil Biology Effects on Soil Quality Soil Biology is a state-of-the art review focusing on the linkage between biological processes that occur in the soil and their impact on soil quality. Topics considered include the microbial ecology of conservation management systems dynamic processes of vesicular-arbuscular mycorrhizae earthworms and soil fauna microbial processes in the soil and the degradation of pesticides through microbial processes. The book will interest soil scientists microbiologists agronomists and soil ecologists. | Soil Biology Effects on Soil Quality GBP 140.00 1
Clinical Studies on Nutraceuticals and Dietary Supplements The book Clinical Studies in Nutraceuticals and Dietary Supplements presents extensive information on all the vital aspects and evidence-based studies on nutraceuticals and dietary supplements. The most fascinating part of this book is that the chapters explore the key concept accompanying an emphasis on recent research and developments on nutraceuticals and dietary supplements to tackle various diseases including maternal and fetal health cancer cardiovascular renal disorders hepatic disorders hormonal disorders and neurological dysfunction. The introspection carries updated literature reviews with relevant vital topics quality illustrations and well-organized tables for a better understanding of each segment. The current market scenario of these nutraceuticals and dietary supplements is the emphasis on their importance for a healthy and disease-controlled environment. This book will be useful to research scholars and scientists as well as individuals working in the nutraceutical dietary supplement and functional food industries. This is an initiative to unveil the immense wealth that these nutraceuticals and dietary supplements hold and a realization of the fact that more evidence-based studies are required for its use to curb maladies and foster a healthy lifestyle. | Clinical Studies on Nutraceuticals and Dietary Supplements GBP 104.00 1
Bio-Inspired Fault-Tolerant Algorithms for Network-on-Chip Network on Chip (NoC) addresses the communication requirement of different nodes on System on Chip. The bio-inspired algorithms improve the bandwidth utilization maximize the throughput and reduce the end-to-end latency and inter-flit arrival time. This book exclusively presents in-depth information regarding bio-inspired algorithms solving real world problems focussing on fault-tolerant algorithms inspired by the biological brain and implemented on NoC. It further documents the bio-inspired algorithms in general and more specifically in the design of NoC. It gives an exhaustive review and analysis of the NoC architectures developed during the last decade according to various parameters. Key Features: Covers bio-inspired solutions pertaining to Network-on-Chip (NoC) design solving real world examples Includes bio-inspired NoC fault-tolerant algorithms with detail coding examples Lists fault-tolerant algorithms with detailed examples Reviews basic concepts of NoC Discusses NoC architectures developed-to-date | Bio-Inspired Fault-Tolerant Algorithms for Network-on-Chip GBP 115.00 1
Graph Theory (on Demand Printing Of 02787) An effort has been made to present the various topics in the theory of graphs in a logical order to indicate the historical background and to clarify the exposition by including figures to illustrate concepts and results. In addition there are three appendices which provide diagrams of graphs directed graphs and trees. The emphasis throughout is on theorems rather than algorithms or applications which however are occaisionally mentioned. | Graph Theory (on Demand Printing Of 02787) GBP 130.00 1
Practical Handbook on Biodiesel Production and Properties Biodiesel a fuel substitute produced from vegetable oils animal fats or algae is one of the most important renewable natural resources for agrarian countries. The justification for developing biodiesel as an alternate fuel is manifold and rising crude oil prices and the vulnerability of energy security have made biodiesel necessary and inevitable. The Practical Handbook on Biodiesel Production and Properties has assembled and analyzed the recent trends of biodiesel research production and implementation. It includes practical guidance on the identification of plant resources and their distribution botanical description palynology oil extraction production process and biodiesel yield. The production and usage of biodiesel will strengthen the agricultural sector provide energy to remote areas without access to conventional energy contribute towards economic development and increase industrial activity. Drawing on both scientific and participatory processes this book enables the successful utilization and commercialization of biofuel technology. GBP 175.00 1
International Symposium on Computer and Information Sciences Papers from an October 2002 symposium describe research in areas including algorithms artificial intelligence computer graphics computer networks databases evolutionary computation graph theory image processing multimedia technology software engineering and software performance engineering | International Symposium on Computer and Information Sciences GBP 170.00 1
Environmental Management Tools on the Internet Accessing the World of Environmental Information This book provides general information about what is on the Internet and how to access it. It shows how o get environmental information off of the Internet. The book covers the database services that are available on the Internet that charge fees. | Environmental Management Tools on the Internet Accessing the World of Environmental Information GBP 170.00 1
Lectures On Quantum Mechanics These lecture notes comprise a three-semester graduate course in quantum mechanics at the University of Illinois. There are a number of texts which present the basic topics very well; but since a fair quantity of the material discussed in my course was not available to the students in elementary quantum mechanics books I was asked to prepare written notes. In retrospect these lecture notes seemed sufficiently interesting to warrant their publication in this format. The notes presented here in slightly revised form consitutute a self-contained course in quantum mechanics from first principles to elementary and relativistic one-particle mechanics. Prerequisite to reading these notes is some familiarity with elementary quantum mechanics at least at the undergraduate level. Preferably the reader should already have met the uncertainty principle and the concept of a wave function. Prerequisites also include sufficient acquaintance with complex cariables to be able to do simple contour integrals and to understand words such as poles and branch cuts. An elementary knowledge of Fourier transforms and series is necessary. I also assume an awareness of classical electrodynamics. | Lectures On Quantum Mechanics GBP 130.00 1
Natural Language Processing In Healthcare A Special Focus on Low Resource Languages Natural Language Processing In Healthcare: A Special Focus on Low Resource Languages covers the theoretical and practical aspects as well as ethical and social implications of NLP in healthcare. It showcases the latest research and developments contributing to the rising awareness and importance of maintaining linguistic diversity. The book goes on to present current advances and scenarios based on solutions in healthcare and low resource languages and identifies the major challenges and opportunities that will impact NLP in clinical practice and health studies. | Natural Language Processing In Healthcare A Special Focus on Low Resource Languages GBP 150.00 1
On the Shoulders of Giants Mathematics is the only science with a methodology based upon deductive logic whereas physics is a quantitative science based upon experiment and observation in which trial and error are inherent. Physics uses the most relevant mathematics for example using group theory to explain the theoretical basis for the crystalline structure of solids an illustration of how time and time again a mathematical theorem perhaps developed by a Greek philosopher is relevant to today's newly developed physics proof. On the Shoulders of Giants investigates the relationship between the disciplines of physics and mathematics and shows how many of the most significant advances of 20th-century physics rely on mathematics developed sometimes much earlier with no particular physics application in mind. Quoting from mathematicians such as Poincar nd Euclid and physicists such as Newton and Feynman the links between the two disciplines are explored in the author's entertaining style providing a fascinating account of the twists and turns in scientific progress through the ages. Challenging stimulating and questioning the book explains how the uncanny ability of formal and abstract mathematics can interpret the properties of the physical world. Using a wide ranging set of examples it illustrates the manner in which mathematics has been applied to physics and even points to directions for future research. The book discusses how to fill space without leaving gaps; Euclidean geometry its limitations and the bending of space; the laws of musical harmony sound vibrations and the confinement of electrons in solids; how to tile a floor efficiently; Newton's Laws of Motion chaos and the weather; group theory and garlic; the laws of chance; route-planning in Konigsberg with Euler; the rules that turn bath bubbles into suds; the shape of soot; and the Schr dinger equation and why a pendulum can never stop. Requiring some prior knowledge of physics and mathemati GBP 175.00 1
Invitation to Linear Operators From Matrices to Bounded Linear Operators on a Hilbert Space Most books on linear operators are not easy to follow for students and researchers without an extensive background in mathematics. Self-contained and using only matrix theory Invitation to Linear Operators: From Matricies to Bounded Linear Operators on a Hilbert Space explains in easy-to-follow steps a variety of interesting recent results on linear operators on a Hilbert space. The author first states the important properties of a Hilbert space then sets out the fundamental properties of bounded linear operators on a Hilbert space. The final section presents some of the more recent developments in bounded linear operators. | Invitation to Linear Operators From Matrices to Bounded Linear Operators on a Hilbert Space GBP 175.00 1
International e-Conference on Computer Science (IeCCS 2005) 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 Lecture Series on Computer and Computational Sciences contains the extended abstracts of the presentations. The topics covered included (but were not limited to): Numerical Analysis Scientific Computation Computational Mathematics Mathematical Software Programming Techniques and Languages Parallel Algorithms and its Applications Symbolic and Algebraic Manipulation Analysis of Algorithms Problem Complexity Mathematical Logic Formal Languages Data Structures Data Bases Information Systems Artificial Intelligence Expert Systems Simulation and Modeling Computer Graphics Software Engineering Image Processing Computer Applications Hardware Computer Systems Organization Software Data Theory of Computation Mathematics of Computing Information Systems Computing Methodologies Computer Applications Computing Milieu | International e-Conference on Computer Science (IeCCS 2005) GBP 170.00 1
Lectures On Phase Transitions And The Renormalization Group Covering the elementary aspects of the physics of phases transitions and the renormalization group this popular book is widely used both for core graduate statistical mechanics courses as well as for more specialized courses. Emphasizing understanding and clarity rather than technical manipulation these lectures de-mystify the subject and show precisely how things work. Goldenfeld keeps in mind a reader who wants to understand why things are done what the results are and what in principle can go wrong. The book reaches both experimentalists and theorists students and even active researchers and assumes only a prior knowledge of statistical mechanics at the introductory graduate level. Advanced never-before-printed topics on the applications of renormalization group far from equilibrium and to partial differential equations add to the uniqueness of this book. | Lectures On Phase Transitions And The Renormalization Group GBP 130.00 1
Essential Notes on Prescribing for Finals and Junior Doctors This book provides the senior medical student and the foundation doctor with the knowledge and confidence to prescribe safely and appropriately together with practical examples of prescribing in common conditions. It addresses the transition between learning medicine and practising it. | Essential Notes on Prescribing for Finals and Junior Doctors GBP 140.00 1
Computational Techniques for Text Summarization based on Cognitive Intelligence The book is concerned with contemporary methodologies used for automatic text summarization. It proposes interesting approaches to solve well-known problems on text summarization using computational intelligence (CI) techniques including cognitive approaches. A better understanding of the cognitive basis of the summarization task is still an open research issue; an extent of its use in text summarization is highlighted for further exploration. With the ever-growing text people in research have little time to spare for extensive reading where summarized information helps for a better understanding of the context at a shorter time. This book helps students and researchers to automatically summarize the text documents in an efficient and effective way. The computational approaches and the research techniques presented guides to achieve text summarization at ease. The summarized text generated supports readers to learn the context or the domain at a quicker pace. The book is presented with reasonable amount of illustrations and examples convenient for the readers to understand and implement for their use. It is not to make readers understand what text summarization is but for people to perform text summarization using various approaches. This also describes measures that can help to evaluate determine and explore the best possibilities for text summarization to analyse and use for any specific purpose. The illustration is based on social media and healthcare domain which shows the possibilities to work with any domain for summarization. The new approach for text summarization based on cognitive intelligence is presented for further exploration in the field. | Computational Techniques for Text Summarization based on Cognitive Intelligence GBP 89.00 1
A Textbook on Modern Quantum Mechanics Over the course of the past two to three decades new tools of presentation and mathematical treatment have emerged and the subject matter of quantum mechanics has gone through significant changes. A Textbook on Modern Quantum Mechanics presents the selected elementary intermediate and advance topics with rejuvenated approach to the subject matter. Newly merged topics from contemporary physics and chemistry are included in the text as well as solved examples. The book covers: (i) fundamental discoveries that are the foundation of modern quantum mechanics; (ii) solution of Schrödinger’s wave equation for 1D problems and their importance; (iii) matrix and vector formulation of quantum mechanics; (iv) transformations symmetries and conservation laws; (v) angular and spin momenta; (vi) solution of Schrödinger equation for central potentials; (vii) time-independent perturbation theory variational method and WKB approximation; (viii) quantum theory of scattering; (xi) many-particle systems and their quantum mechanical treatments; (x) time-dependent perturbations and the interaction of fields with matter; (xi) relativistic quantum mechanics; and (xii) quantization of fields and the second quantization. Key Features: It provides everything a student needs to know for succeeding at all levels of the undergraduate and graduate studies. It covers most of the topics that are taught under (a) elementary (b) intermediate and (c) advance courses of quantum mechanics at universities and colleges. It has detailed and elegant mathematical treatment with contemporary style of interpretation and presentation in simple English. Solved examples and unsolved exercises that are part of each chapter to consolidate the readers' understanding of fundamental concepts. The subject matter of the book is well tested on the students taught by the author over a period of 30 years. This is a valuable textbook for students pursuing Bachelor of Science Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees in the subjects of Physics Chemistry and materials science in India South Asian countries the United States and Europe. GBP 105.00 1
Automobile Automation Distributed Cognition on the Road Increasing levels of driving automation has changed the role of the driver from active operator to passive monitor. However Systems Design has been plagued by criticism for failing to acknowledge the new role of the driver within the system network. To understand the driver's new role within an automated driving system the theory of Distributed Cognition is adopted. This approach provides a useful framework for the investigation of allocation of function between multiple agents in the driving system. A Systems Design Framework has been developed that outlines how the Distributed Cognition paradigm can be applied to driving using both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. | Automobile Automation Distributed Cognition on the Road GBP 94.99 1
Practical Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases A Hands-On Guide This book offers practical tips and essential guidance for trainees and specialists in clinical microbiology and infectious diseases and healthcare professionals interested in infection management to put theoretical knowledge into daily practice. Using common clinical situations and problems as a guide the handbook is intended to support the healthcare professional from interpretation of laboratory results to consultation and infection control. Key Features Concisely covers the critical clinical microbiology and infectious disease topics with an emphasis on translating theoretical knowledge into clinical practice Provides practical guidance and solutions to commonly encountered issues and scenarios Presented in an accessible format to rapidly aid the clinician in day-to-day practice | Practical Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases A Hands-On Guide GBP 99.99 1
Underwater Vehicle Control and Communication Systems Based on Machine Learning Techniques The development of intelligent transportation systems especially autonomous underwater vehicles has become significant in marine engineering with an aim to enhance energy efficiency management and communication systems. This book covers different aspects of optimization of autonomous underwater vehicles and their propulsion systems via machine learning techniques. It further analyses hydrodynamic characteristics including the study of experimental investigation combined with hydrodynamic characteristics backed by MATLAB® codes and simulation study results. Features: Covers utilization of machine learning techniques with a focus on marine science and ocean engineering. Details effect of the intelligent transportation system (ITS) into the sustainable environment and ecology system. Evaluates performance of particle swarm intelligence-based optimization techniques. Reviews propulsion performance of the remote-controlled vehicles based on machine learning techniques. Includes MATLAB® examples and simulation study results. This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in marine engineering and technology computer science and control system engineering. | Underwater Vehicle Control and Communication Systems Based on Machine Learning Techniques GBP 110.00 1
Fundamentals of Microfluidics and Lab on a Chip for Biological Analysis and Discovery Lab-on-a-chip technology permits us to make many important discoveries that can only be observed at the microscale or the nanoscale. Using this technology biological and biochemical analyses translate into greater sensitivity more accurate results and more valuable findings. Authored by one of the fields pioneering researchers Fundamentals of Microfluidics and Lab on a Chip for Biological Analysis and Discovery focuses on all key aspects of microfluidic lab-on-a-chip technologies to offer an exceptionally cohesive overview of the science its limitations breakthroughs made over the years and currently emerging advances. The book emphasizes analytical applications of microfluidic technology and offers in-depth coverage of micromachining methods microfluidic operations chemical separations sample preparation and injection methods detection technology and various chemical and biological analyses. Other topics of interest include the use of polymeric chips fluid flow valve and control single-cell analysis DNA and RNA amplification techniques DNA hybridization immunoassays and enzymatic assays. The book includes more than 300 figures that depict novel chip functions and breakthroughs and 16 tables summarize materials and refer readers to additional resources. An appendix compiles extensive analytical applications from emerging and established research groups. Beginners in the field will find the book useful for navigating the vast literature related to the technology while experienced researchers will rely on the compiled information for easy comparison and references for further study. Derived from the highly popular Microfluidic Lab-on-a-Chip for Chemical and Biological Analysis and Discovery (2006) this volume is also readily adaptable for classroom use. Problem sets in each chapter help students test their assimilation of the material and clarify challenging conce GBP 175.00 1
Eleventh International Conference on the Bearing Capacity of Roads Railways and Airfields Volume 1 Innovations in Road Railway and Airfield Bearing Capacity – Volume 1 comprises the first part of contributions to the 11th International Conference on Bearing Capacity of Roads Railways and Airfields (2022). In anticipation of the event it unveils state-of-the-art information and research on the latest policies traffic loading measurements in-situ measurements and condition surveys functional testing deflection measurement evaluation structural performance prediction for pavements and tracks new construction and rehabilitation design systems frost affected areas drainage and environmental effects reinforcement traditional and recycled materials full scale testing and on case histories of road railways and airfields. This edited work is intended for a global audience of road railway and airfield engineers researchers and consultants as well as building and maintenance companies looking to further upgrade their practices in the field. | Eleventh International Conference on the Bearing Capacity of Roads Railways and Airfields Volume 1 GBP 175.00 1
Unifying Themes In Complex Systems Volume 1 Proceedings Of The First International Conference On Complex Systems The study of complex systems has attracted a broad range of researchers from many disciplines spanning both the hard and soft sciences. In the Autumn of 1997 300 of these researchers came together for the First International Conference on Complex Systems. The proceedings of this conference is the first book in the New England Complex Systems Institute Series on Complexity and includes more than 100 presentations and papers on topics like evolution emergence complexity self-organization scaling informatics time series emergence of mind and engineering of complex systems. | Unifying Themes In Complex Systems Volume 1 Proceedings Of The First International Conference On Complex Systems GBP 130.00 1
Biomass Burning in South and Southeast Asia Impacts on the Biosphere Volume Two Biomass burning is one of the most important sources of greenhouse gas emissions and aerosols in South and Southeast Asia and greatly impacts other countries through transboundary air pollution. With contributions from leading scientists this volume offers an interdisciplinary perspective on the impacts of biomass burning on the land resources climate and the atmosphere. It showcases several examples linking top-down remote sensing bottom-up ground-based measurements and an integrated modeling to address the impacts of biomass burning and land–atmosphere interactions. It is a valuable guide for readers in atmospheric science ecology spatial geography remote sensing and GIS. This book is unique as it highlights the sources and the causes of biomass burning and atmospheric research in South and Southeast Asia. It explains the latest tools and techniques in particular the use of satellite remote sensing and geospatial technologies for fire mapping monitoring and land cover/land use change. It focuses on large spatial scales integrating top-down and bottom-up methodologies. It addresses the pressing issues of air pollution rampant in South and Southeast Asia. It includes contributions from global experts working on biomass burning projects in the USA Japan South/Southeast Asia and Europe. The contents of this book will appeal to students and professionals using remote sensing and geospatial techniques including geographers ecologists atmospheric and environmental scientists and all who are interested in biomass burning pollution. | Biomass Burning in South and Southeast Asia Impacts on the Biosphere Volume Two GBP 140.00 1
Smart Buildings Digitalization Case Studies on Data Centers and Automation This book explains the concept of data centers including data collection public parking systems smart metering and sanitizer dispensers. Electric urban transport systems and effective electric distribution in smart cities are discussed as well. The extensive role of power electronics in smart building applications such as electric vehicles rooftop terracing and renewable energy integration is included. Case studies on automation in smart homes and commercial and official buildings are elaborated. This book describes the complete implication of smart buildings via industrial commercial and community platforms. FEATURES Systematically defines energy-efficient buildings employing power consumption optimization techniques with the inclusion of renewable energy sources Covers data centers and cybersecurity with excellent data storage features for smart buildings Includes systematic and detailed strategies for building air-conditioning and lighting Details smart building security propulsion This book is aimed at graduate students researchers and professionals in building systems engineering architectural engineering and electrical engineering. | Smart Buildings Digitalization Case Studies on Data Centers and Automation GBP 130.00 1