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Modern Management and Leadership Best Practice Essentials with CISO/CSO Applications

Modern Management and Leadership Best Practice Essentials with CISO/CSO Applications

In one modest-sized volume this book offers three valuable sets of knowledge. First it provides best practice guidance on virtually every large-scale task a modern manager may be involved in—from recruiting and hiring to onboarding and leading teams and from employee engagement and retention to performance management and working with difficult employees. Second it explains the essential concepts and practice of a range of effective leadership styles—including (but not limited to) servant leadership crisis leadership change agent leadership and diversity and inclusion leadership. Third it offers brief case studies from select CISOs and CSOs on how these management and leadership principles and practices play out in real-life workplace situations. The best practice essentials provided throughout this volume will empower aspiring leaders and also enable experienced managers to take their leadership to the next level. Many if not most CISOs and other leaders have had very little if any formal training in management and leadership. The select few that have such training usually obtained it through academic courses that take a theoretical broad brush approach. In contrast this book provides much actionable guidance in the nitty-gritty tasks that managers must do every day. Lack of management practical knowledge puts CISOs and CSOs at a disadvantage vis-a-vis other executives in the C-suite. They risk being pigeonholed as “security cops” rather than respected business leaders. Many articles on these subjects published in the press are too incomplete and filled with bad information. And combing through the few high-quality sources that are out there such as Harvard Business Publishing can take hundreds of dollars in magazine subscription and book purchase fees and weeks or months of reading time. This book puts all the essential information into your hands through a series of concise chapters authored by an award-winning writer. | Modern Management and Leadership Best Practice Essentials with CISO/CSO Applications

GBP 36.99
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The Shortcut Why Intelligent Machines Do Not Think Like Us

The Shortcut Why Intelligent Machines Do Not Think Like Us

An influential scientist in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) explains its fundamental concepts and how it is changing culture and society. A particular form of AI is now embedded in our tech our infrastructure and our lives. How did it get there? Where and why should we be concerned? And what should we do now? The Shortcut: Why Intelligent Machines Do Not Think Like Us provides an accessible yet probing exposure of AI in its prevalent form today proposing a new narrative to connect and make sense of events that have happened in the recent tumultuous past and enabling us to think soberly about the road ahead. This book is divided into ten carefully crafted and easily digestible chapters. Each chapter grapples with an important question for AI. Ranging from the scientific concepts that underpin the technology to wider implications for society it develops a unified description using tools from different disciplines and avoiding unnecessary abstractions or words that end with -ism. The book uses real examples wherever possible introducing the reader to the people who have created some of these technologies and to ideas shaping modern society that originate from the technical side of AI. It contains important practical advice about how we should approach AI in the future without promoting exaggerated hypes or fears. Entertaining and disturbing but always thoughtful The Shortcut confronts the hidden logic of AI while preserving a space for human dignity. It is essential reading for anyone with an interest in AI the history of technology and the history of ideas. General readers will come away much more informed about how AI really works today and what we should do next. | The Shortcut Why Intelligent Machines Do Not Think Like Us

GBP 22.99
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Modeling and Control of AC Machine using MATLAB /SIMULINK

Modeling and Control of AC Machine using MATLAB /SIMULINK

This book introduces electrical machine modeling and control for electrical engineering and science to graduate undergraduate students as well as researchers who are working on modeling and control of electrical machines. It targets electrical engineering students who have no time to derive mathematical equations for electrical machines in particular induction machine (IM) and doubly fed induction machines (DFIM). The main focus is on the application of field oriented control technique to induction motor (IM) and doubly fed induction motor (DFIM) in details and since the induction motors have many drawback using this technique therefore the application of a nonlinear control technique (feedback linearization) is applied to a reduced order model of DFIM to enhance the performance of doubly fed induction motor. FeaturesServes as text book for electrical motor modeling simulation and control; especially modeling of induction motor and doubly fed induction motor using different frame of references. Vector control (field oriented control) is given in more detailed and is applied to induction motor. A nonlinear controller is applied to a reduced model of an doubly induction motor associated with a linear observer to estimate the unmeasured load torque which is used to enhance the performance of the vector control to doubly fed induction motor. Access to the full MATLAB/SIMULINK blocks for simulation and control. | Modeling and Control of AC Machine using MATLAB®/SIMULINK

GBP 18.99
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R For College Mathematics and Statistics

R For College Mathematics and Statistics

R for College Mathematics and Statistics encourages the use of R in mathematics and statistics courses. Instructors are no longer limited to ``nice'' functions in calculus classes. They can require reports and homework with graphs. They can do simulations and experiments. R can be useful for student projects for creating graphics for teaching as well as for scholarly work. This book presents ways R which is freely available can enhance the teaching of mathematics and statistics. R has the potential to help students learn mathematics due to the need for precision understanding of symbols and functions and the logical nature of code. Moreover the text provides students the opportunity for experimenting with concepts in any mathematics course. Features:Does not require previous experience with RPromotes the use of R in typical mathematics and statistics course workOrganized by mathematics topicsUtilizes an example-based approach Chapters are largely independent of each other

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Communicating Science Clearly A Self-Help Guide For Students and Researchers

Communicating Science Clearly A Self-Help Guide For Students and Researchers

This unique self-help guide equips undergraduates postgraduate students and early career researchers within the sciences with transferrable communication skills that they can adapt and refer back to as they progress through their careers. It provides practical guidance on how to best communicate science in a range of different settings. This book facilitates clear and concise communication in both academic scenarios and the workplace. It covers settings ranging from job interviews through conference presentations to explaining your research to the general public. It is illustrated with first-hand experiences top tips and dos and don’ts to demonstrate best practices. It will also be a valuable guide for established academics who would like a refresher or a guide to new avenues of science communication such as podcasts. Key Features: Written by an award-winning professional science journalist and broadcaster with 25 years’ experience including writing for national newspapers devising and presenting programmes for BBC Radio 4 and being interviewed on radio TV video and podcasts Covers science communication in a broad range of settings including peer-to-peer to your manager at job interviews and during media appearances Includes advice from a range of experts who communicate professionally including a radio producer a TV presenter actors and entertainers and scientists Additional video material to accompany this book can be found here: https://www. youtube. com/playlist?list=PLLUWyRwmgFlW7_NrNupeuiJ86OxIWHZ6I. Sharon Ann Holgate is a freelance science writer and broadcaster. She has presented on BBC Radio 4 and the BBC World Service and presented video podcasts for medical research charity the Myrovlytis Trust. She earned a D. Phil in physics from the University of Sussex where she was a Visiting Fellow in Physics and Astronomy for nine years. Her articles have appeared in Science Science Careers New Scientist The Times Higher Education Supplement The Times Literary Supplement Flipside E&T Focus Physics World Interactions Materials World Modern Astronomer and Astronomy Now. She was also shortlisted for the radio programme category of the Association of British Science Writers' Awards in 2005 and for the Aventis Prizes for Science Books Junior Prize in 2003. Dr. Holgate was the recipient of the Institute of Physics 2022 William Thomson Lord Kelvin Medal and Prize for communicating science to a wide variety of audiences and for positive representations of scientists from non-traditional backgrounds. She has also received the Institute of Physics Young Professional Physicist of the Year Award and a Merit Award in the Daily Telegraph Young Science Writer of the Year competition. She is the author of the undergraduate textbook Understanding Solid State Physics which is currently in its second edition and used as a core text in universities around the world. | Communicating Science Clearly A Self-Help Guide For Students and Researchers

GBP 34.99
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Creative Character Design for Games and Animation

Creative Character Design for Games and Animation

This book takes you through all the basic steps of character design for games and animation from brainstorming and references to the development phase and final render. It covers a range of styles such as cartoon stylized and semi-realistic and explains how to differentiate between them and use them effectively. Using a step-by-step approach for each stage of the process this book guides you through the process of creating a new character from scratch. It contains a wealth of design tips and tricks as well as checklists and worksheets for you to use in your own projects. This book covers how to work with briefs as well as providing advice and practical strategies for working with clients and creating art as a product that can be tailored and sold. This book will be a valuable resource for all junior artists hobby artists and art students looking to develop and improve their character development skills for games and animation. | Creative Character Design for Games and Animation

GBP 42.99
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Multiple Comparisons Theory and Methods

Multiple Comparisons Theory and Methods

Multiple Comparisons introduces simultaneous statistical inference and covers the theory and techniques for all-pairwise comparisons multiple comparisons with the best and multiple comparisons with a control. The author describes confidence intervals methods and stepwise exposes abuses and misconceptions and guides readers to the correct method for each problem. Discussions also include the connections with bioequivalence drug stability and toxicity studies Real data sets analyzed by computer software packages illustrate the applications presented. | Multiple Comparisons Theory and Methods

GBP 42.99
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Site Assessment and Remediation for Environmental Engineers

Site Assessment and Remediation for Environmental Engineers

This book serves as a primary textbook for environmental site investigation and remediation of subsurface soil and groundwater. It introduces concepts and principles of field investigative techniques to adequately determine the extent of contamination in the subsurface for the selection of cleanup alternatives. It then focuses on practical calculations and skills needed to design and operate remediation systems that will both educate students and be useful for entry-level professionals in the field. Features:• Examines the practical aspects of investigating and cleaning up contaminated soil and groundwater• Contains scenarios illustrations equations and example problems with discussions that illustrate various practical situations and interpret the results• Includes end-of-chapter problems to reinforce student learning• Provides a regulatory and risk analysis context as well as public and community involvement aspects• Discusses sustainability and performance assessment of the remediation methods presented Site Assessment and Remediation for Environmental Engineers provides upper-level undergraduate and graduate students with practical project-oriented knowledge of how to investigate and clean up a site contaminated with chemicals and hazardous waste.

GBP 42.99
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Elementary Structural Analysis and Design of Buildings A Guide for Practicing Engineers and Students

Elementary Structural Analysis and Design of Buildings A Guide for Practicing Engineers and Students

This overview of the analysis and design of buildings runs from basic principles and elementary structural analysis to the selection of structural systems and materials and on to foundations and retaining structures. It presents a variety of approaches and methodologies while featuring realistic design examples. As a comprehensive guide and desk reference for practicing structural and civil engineers and for engineering students it draws on the author’s teaching experience at The City College of New York and his work as a design engineer and architect. It is especially useful for those taking the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying SE exam. | Elementary Structural Analysis and Design of Buildings A Guide for Practicing Engineers and Students

GBP 39.99
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Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog

Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog

Interest in canine massage and physical therapy has grown as greater emphasis is placed on the general fitness and agility of dogs as pets and as sporting animals. This book details the prevention management and treatment of movement and allied disorders. It encompasses detailed assessments treatment programmes that involve hands-on therapy along with dynamic remedial and strengthening techniques using exercise plans. Following succinct discussion of the relevant canine anatomy and physiology the authors provide chapters on each of the key topics: movement and muscles; exercise; preparation for sports performance; rehabilitation techniques; massage and physical therapy; and common relevant pathologies affecting dogs. Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog is of interest to all those involved in canine welfare including veterinary practitioners veterinary students therapists dog owners and dog trainers.

GBP 35.99
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Nutrition and Integrative Medicine for Clinicians Volume Two

Nutrition and Integrative Medicine for Clinicians Volume Two

Mystery illnesses can be helped this book lays the groundwork for it. Building on its predecessor this new volume Nutrition and Integrative Medicine for Clinicians is an essential peer-reviewed resource for practitioners those in allied health care and complementary/alternative medicine. The book contains valuable information for healthcare providers to use by helping patients manage treat and even prevent illnesses and put them on a healthy path to recovery. This volume contains information on various subjects including: · Illnesses resulting from water damaged buildings and subsequent change in the microbiome of the building · Steps to heal from mold/mycotoxin illnesses · Effects of CIRS on metabolism and insulin resistance · Pediatric sleep-related breathing disorders and their effects on growth and development · Environmental hormone disruptors · Myalgic encephalitis/chronic fatigue syndrome · Regenerative agriculture · Circadian effects of artificial light and their effects on mitochondria · Nutritional support for Covid · The human body as a biological sound healing instrument · Art in medicine · Living life with intention and mindfulness · Making childbirth a positive experience Written by authors at the forefront of their respective fields this book presents information for people “written off” as having a “mystery illness. ” It is a comprehensive guide on evaluating illnesses that are difficult to diagnose. | Nutrition and Integrative Medicine for Clinicians Volume Two

GBP 42.99
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Computational Topology for Biomedical Image and Data Analysis Theory and Applications

Computational Topology for Biomedical Image and Data Analysis Theory and Applications

This book provides an accessible yet rigorous introduction to topology and homology focused on the simplicial space. It presents a compact pipeline from the foundations of topology to biomedical applications. It will be of interest to medical physicists computer scientists and engineers as well as undergraduate and graduate students interested in this topic. Features:Presents a practical guide to algebraic topology as well as persistence homologyContains application examples in the field of biomedicine including the analysis of histological images and point cloud data | Computational Topology for Biomedical Image and Data Analysis Theory and Applications

GBP 18.99
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Chitin- and Chitosan-Based Biocomposites for Food Packaging Applications

Chitin- and Chitosan-Based Biocomposites for Food Packaging Applications

Chitin is one of the most important biopolymers synthesized by an enormous number of living organisms and is a promising bioactive polymer for food packaging applications due to its functional properties. This book focuses on composition properties characterization and theoretical approach of chitin and chitosan bio-composites. It describes the most recent studies concerning chitin and chitosan-based films and gives an overview about future trends regarding the industrial applications of chitin and chitosan for food packaging purposes. This book is especially useful for researchers in the fields of bionanocomposites especially those with an interest in packaging applications. | Chitin- and Chitosan-Based Biocomposites for Food Packaging Applications

GBP 18.99
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Paediatric Radiology for MRCPCH and FRCR Second Edition

Paediatric Radiology for MRCPCH and FRCR Second Edition

Radiology plays a fundamental role in the diagnosis and management of childhood diseases. This is reflected in both paediatric and radiology post graduate exams where candidates are expected to have a working knowledge of paediatric pathology clinical manifestations and appropriate radiological investigations. Building on the great success of the first edition Paediatric Radiology for MRCPCH and FRCR retains the popular preexisting structure of the book but presents an improved variety of clinical cases as well as updated text in-keeping with advances in medical practice and technology. There is more emphasis on cross-sectional imaging as candidates are increasingly encountering these sophisticated imaging tests in postgraduate exams. Images have been updated and all the clinical information has been reviewed and revised accordingly. Contains over 100 clinical cases presented in exam format with answers overleaf Includes a wide range of common and rare paediatric conditions with supplementary images to illustrate additional points Uses classic examination images with salient radiological and clinical summaries of each condition - the hot lists Carries specific information for paediatricians and radiologists for each case An introductory chapter on the basic concepts of imaging aims to provide the reader with an approach to radiological imaging and an awareness of the different modalities available with new sections on non-accidental injury and radiation protection. | Paediatric Radiology for MRCPCH and FRCR Second Edition

GBP 42.99
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Pregnancy and Postpartum Considerations for the Veterinary Team

Pregnancy and Postpartum Considerations for the Veterinary Team

Precautions often apply to pregnancy in any workplace but being a vet in practice presents additional specific risks. There are concerns and uncertainty about potential hazards from radiation and inhalant anesthesia exposure to zoonoses and the additional mental stress in a profession that already carries high suicide risk. This book reviews considerations for professionals in clinical veterinary medicine (large and small animal) while pregnant and after giving birth. Veterinarian and veterinary writer consultant and mentor Dr Emily Singler speaks directly to veterinary team members (veterinarians technicians CSRs assistants students) who are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. She delivers scientific information on the specific risks to the mother and baby that may be encountered during pregnancy while working in veterinary medicine with some of her own and others’ experiences to add perspective and humor. The book also covers topics related to mental health challenges announcing a pregnancy and planning for parental leave navigating the fourth trimester and returning to work. We hope that having read this book veterinary professionals – whether pregnant or working with pregnant colleagues – will feel better supported and empowered to make informed decisions. | Pregnancy and Postpartum Considerations for the Veterinary Team

GBP 26.99
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The Need for Critical Thinking and the Scientific Method

The Need for Critical Thinking and the Scientific Method

The book exposes many of the misunderstandings about the scientific method and its application to critical thinking. It argues for a better understanding of the scientific method and for nurturing critical thinking in the community. This knowledge helps the reader to analyze issues more objectively and warns about the dangers of bias and propaganda. The principles are illustrated by considering several issues that are currently being debated. These include anthropogenic global warming (often loosely referred to as climate change) dangers to preservation of the Great Barrier Reef and the expansion of the gluten-free food market and genetic engineering. | The Need for Critical Thinking and the Scientific Method

GBP 42.99
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Foundational and Applied Statistics for Biologists Using R

Foundational and Applied Statistics for Biologists Using R

Full of biological applications exercises and interactive graphical examples Foundational and Applied Statistics for Biologists Using R presents comprehensive coverage of both modern analytical methods and statistical foundations. The author harnesses the inherent properties of the R environment to enable students to examine the code of complicated procedures step by step and thus better understand the process of obtaining analysis results. The graphical capabilities of R are used to provide interactive demonstrations of simple to complex statistical concepts. Assuming only familiarity with algebra and general calculus the text offers a flexible structure for both introductory and graduate-level biostatistics courses. The first seven chapters address fundamental topics in statistics such as the philosophy of science probability estimation hypothesis testing sampling and experimental design. The remaining four chapters focus on applications involving correlation regression ANOVA and tabular analyses. Unlike classic biometric texts this book provides students with an understanding of the underlying statistics involved in the analysis of biological applications. In particular it shows how a solid statistical foundation leads to the correct application of procedures a clear understanding of analyses and valid inferences concerning biological phenomena. Web ResourceAn R package (asbio) developed by the author is available from CRAN. Accessible to those without prior command-line interface experience this companion library contains hundreds of functions for statistical pedagogy and biological research. The author’s website also includes an overview of R for novices.

GBP 42.99
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The Profession and Practice of Horticultural Therapy

The Profession and Practice of Horticultural Therapy

The Profession and Practice of Horticultural Therapy is a comprehensive guide to the theories that horticultural therapists use as a foundation for their practice and provides wide-ranging illustrative models of programming. This book aims to enhance understanding and provide insight into the profession for both new and experienced practitioners. It is directed to students in the field along with health care and human service professionals to successfully develop and manage horticultural therapy programming. The book is organized into four sections: an overview of the horticultural therapy profession theories supporting horticultural therapy use models for programs and tools for the therapist. Areas of focus include: Overview of the profession including the knowledge skills and abilities needed to practice Discussion of related people-plant endeavors and theories supporting horticultural therapy Issues within the profession of horticultural therapy including employment models professionalism and ethics and credentials Characteristics and implementation of therapeutic vocational and wellness program models Accommodations and adaptive techniques to best serve the needs of all participants Strategies for assessment and documentation for horticultural therapy intervention Issues for managing programs including how horticultural therapy programs collaborate with other disciplines determining program costs and budget managing staff and growing spaces and conducting program evaluations Horticultural therapy serves the needs of the whole individual when practitioners have a broad and deep comprehension of the theories techniques and strategies for effective program development and management. The Profession and Practice of Horticultural Therapy provides relevant and current information on the field with the intent to inspire best practices and creative effective programs.

GBP 42.99
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AI for Finance

AI for Finance

Finance students and practitioners may ask: can machines learn everything? Could AI help me? Computing students or practitioners may ask: which of my skills could contribute to finance? Where in finance should I pay attention? This book aims to answer these questions. No prior knowledge is expected in AI or finance. Including original research the book explains the impact of ignoring computation in classical economics; examines the relationship between computing and finance and points out potential misunderstandings between economists and computer scientists; and introduces Directional Change and explains how this can be used. To finance students and practitioners this book will explain the promise of AI as well as its limitations. It will cover knowledge representation modelling simulation and machine learning explaining the principles of how they work. To computing students and practitioners this book will introduce the financial applications in which AI has made an impact. This includes algorithmic trading forecasting risk analysis portfolio optimization and other less well-known areas in finance. Trading depth for readability AI for Finance will help readers decide whether to invest more time into the subject.

GBP 22.99
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Refraction and Retinoscopy How to Pass the Refraction Certificate

Refraction and Retinoscopy How to Pass the Refraction Certificate

Refraction and retinoscopy are essential skills in progression through ophthalmology specialty training and require consistent practice. This second edition is a comprehensive introduction and revision guide specifically tailored for candidates sitting the Refraction Certificate as assessed by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. Key Features: Presents concise explanations of the theory and application of refraction and retinoscopy techniques with excellent guided illustrations throughout Provides a step-by-step framework for how best to prepare for the recently updated format of the Refraction Certificate | Refraction and Retinoscopy How to Pass the Refraction Certificate

GBP 34.99
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Get Through Radiology for the MRCS and the FRCS

Get Through Radiology for the MRCS and the FRCS

An essential handbook that covers the radiological findings of all the common surgical conditions. Candidates preparing for the MRCS or FRCS (in General Surgery) exams will find this indispensable guide will prepare them for a wide range of questions including rare and obscure examples that are not found elsewhere. Radiological findings are presented according to systems such as colorectal upper GI and HPB urology emergency surgery and others. Each chapter describes the use of radiological modalities in different clinical scenarios and includes figures illustrating the defining characteristics of common clinical scenarios. The clear and illustrated content provides the knowledge required to answer what would otherwise be some of the most difficult questions in postgraduate surgical examinations. It is also a practical reference book that can be kept at hand to inform ward rounds and multidisciplinary team meetings. MRCS and FRCS exam candidates are expected to have a knowledge of radiological findings for all surgical conditions and this concise guide will ensure that candidates are well prepared to answer questions accurately and with confidence. | Get Through Radiology for the MRCS and the FRCS

GBP 35.99
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Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine For The Primary Care Practitioner

Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine For The Primary Care Practitioner

Primary care practitioners are often the first medical professionals to see patients after an injury making it critical for them to stay up to date on the latest developments in sports medicine. Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine for the Primary Care Practitioner contains the most current information on major topics in sports science and clinical medicine. It is a valuable resource for primary care physicians and allied health professionals who practice teach and hold specialty certifications in sports medicine and related fields. The book discusses key concepts related to the diagnosis treatment and prevention of sports injuries. This edition adds new sections on pro-inflammatory treatments field-side acupuncture and brief musculoskeletal ultrasound as well as a new chapter on wellness and video illustrations of important musculoskeletal maneuvers at www. crcpress. com/9781482220117. The book follows the Strength of Recommendation Taxonomy (SORT) which addresses the quality quantity and consistency of evidence. It recommends levels of patient-oriented evidence to assist physicians in their diagnoses. Also included is a link to videos that demonstrate important musculoskeletal maneuvers used in sports medicine. As exercise and sports move beyond the realm of leisurely activity to a necessary component of good health this book has become an important resource for all those involved in sports medicine.

GBP 31.99
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Managing Critical Incidents and Large-Scale Event Security

Managing Critical Incidents and Large-Scale Event Security

2017 Award Winner of the ASIS Security Book of the YearNuñez and Vendrell aim to provide the most current and effective resources for managing special events and critical incidents. Their book relies heavily on case studies and after action reports that examine the lessons learned from a multitude of previous events and incidents. In addition the text identifies and examines best practices and recommended approaches providing the reader with a variety of checklists and planning tools. | Managing Critical Incidents and Large-Scale Event Security

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