All Solid State Thin-Film Lithium-Ion Batteries Materials Technology and Diagnostics A comprehensive accessible introduction to modern all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries. All-solid-state thin-film lithium-ion batteries present a special and especially important version of lithium-ion ones. They are intended for battery-powered integrated circuit cards (smart-cards) radio-frequency identifier (RFID) tags smart watches implantable medical devices remote microsensors and transmitters Internet of Things systems and various other wireless devices including smart building control and so on. Comprising four chapters the monograph explores and provides: The fundamentals of rechargeable batteries comparison of lithium-ion batteries with other kinds features of thin-film batteries. A description of functional materials for all-solid-state thin-film batteries. Various methods for applying functional layers of an all-solid-state thin-film lithium-ion battery. Diagnostics of functional layers of all-solid-state thin-film lithium-ion batteries. The monograph is intended for teachers researchers advanced undergraduate students and post-graduate students of profile faculties of universities as well as for developers and manufacturers of thin-film lithium-ion batteries. | All Solid State Thin-Film Lithium-Ion Batteries Materials Technology and Diagnostics GBP 52.99 1
Holistic Game Development with Unity 3e An All-in-One Guide to Implementing Game Mechanics Art Design and Programming Master game design and digital art principles simultaneously with this all-in-one guide to creating games in the cutting-edge game engine Unity. Reworked for C# and Unity 2018 & 2019 and bursting with images and tutorials Penny de Byl’s Holistic Game Development with Unity will help the reader gain the multidisciplinary skills needed to succeed in the independent game industry. Holistic Game Development with Unity includes new coverage on Augmented Reality Networking and Virtual Reality such as the Oculus Rift. Supplementary material including instructional videos discussion forums and art assets are provided in the companion website located at www. holistic3d. com. Learn to combine the beauty of art and the functionality of programming in de Byl’s third edition for Unity game development. Key features: Art and programming in Unity the only one-stop shop for individual developers and small teams looking to tackle both tasks. Proven step-by-step tutorials show you how to design and structure an entire game in Unity with art assets. Revised to cover the Unity game engine versions 2018 and 2019. New coverage of Nav Meshes Augmented Reality Mobile Builds and Mecanim. An introduction to essential two- and three-dimensional mathematical and physics concepts. A portfolio of royalty free reusable game mechanics. Revamped and expanded accompanying website www. holistic3d. com features project source code instructional videos art assets author blog and discussion forums. Additional challenge questions and lesson plans are available online for an enhanced learning experience. | Holistic Game Development with Unity 3e An All-in-One Guide to Implementing Game Mechanics Art Design and Programming GBP 48.99 1
Seed Inoculation Coating and Precision Pelleting Science Technology and Practical Applications Seed inoculation is the practice of effectively introducing a high number of nitrogen-fixing bacteria (Rhizobium or Bradyrhizobium) on the surface of legume seeds prior to planting. The bacteria penetrates the root resulting in the formation of root nodules that fix nitrogen from the air and make it readily available to the plant. This book describes the need the development and the use of rhizobia and how this process may be reproduced successfully around the world especially in underdeveloped agricultural countries. | Seed Inoculation Coating and Precision Pelleting Science Technology and Practical Applications GBP 46.99 1
Introduction to Process Plant Projects The book covers all stages of process plant projects from initiation to completion and handover by describing the roles and actions of all functions involved. It discusses engineering procurement construction project management contract administration project control and HSE with reference to international contracting and business practices. | Introduction to Process Plant Projects GBP 44.99 1
Acetic Acid Bacteria Fundamentals and Food Applications This book written by leading international authorities in the field covers all the basic and applied aspects of acetic acid bacteria. It describes the importance of acetic acid bacteria in food industry by giving information on the microbiological properties of fermented foods as well as production procedures. Special attention is given to vinegar and cocoa which are the most familiar and extensively used industrial applications of acetic acid bacteria. This book is an essential reference to all scientists technologists engineers students and all those working in the field of food science and technology. | Acetic Acid Bacteria Fundamentals and Food Applications GBP 44.99 1
Controls and Automation for Facilities Managers Efficient DDC Systems Implementation The first-ever complete guide to project management for facilities managers covers: how to write specifications evaluate bids and solve problems; all control and automation systems for new and retrofit buildings; cost-effective energy-efficient solutions for all HVAC systems; and has complete coverage of single-building systems as well as multibuilding complexes. | Controls and Automation for Facilities Managers Efficient DDC Systems Implementation GBP 56.99 1
High Performance Concrete A complete review of the fast-developing topic of high performance concrete (HPC) by one of the leading researchers in the field. It covers all aspects of HPC from materials properties and technology to construction and testing. The book will be valuable for all concrete technologists and construction engineers wishing to take advantage of the remarkable properties of the material. GBP 59.99 1
Integrative Oncology Principles and Practice Integrative Oncology explores a comprehensive evidence-based approach to cancer care that addresses all individuals involved in the process and can include the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies alongside conventional modalities such as chemotherapy surgery and radiation therapy. The number of integrative care programs is increasing worldwide and this book forms a foundation text for all who want to learn more about this growing field. This guide provides a thoughtful and generous perspective on integrative care an outstanding overview of the exciting clinical opportunities these techniques can offer and a guide to the new territories that all oncologists and CAM practitioners need to explore and understand. | Integrative Oncology Principles and Practice GBP 59.99 1
Crisis in Higher Education A Customer-Focused Resource Management Resolution While many students parents educators and organizations who hire their graduates hold US universities in high regard the cost of higher education has risen much faster than the rate of inflation. High costs in turn have severely limited access to higher education for large portions of the US population or caused graduates and those who fall short of graduation to face substantial student loan debt. This book examines the root causes of these underlying problems and offers a comprehensive easy-to-understand high-impact solution. The book identifies actions that improve higher education outcomes including lower tuition costs better access for student from low and middle income homes faster throughput fewer dropouts and better job opportunities for graduates. It links a real and implementable solution to the underlying problems and their root causes. Upon finishing this book readers should understand why the performance of higher education needs to improve and have solid ideas about how to fix it. The book focuses on public universities but the ideas discussed are also applicable to private for-profit and not-for-profit universities. The writing style is simple and direct. | Crisis in Higher Education A Customer-Focused Resource Management Resolution GBP 64.99 1
Aviation and Human Factors How to Incorporate Human Factors into the Field Air safety is right now at a point where the chances of being killed in an aviation accident are far lower than the chances to winning a jackpot in any of the major lotteries. However keeping or improving that performance level requires a critical analysis of some events that despite scarce point to structural failures in the learning process. The effect of these failures could increase soon if there is not a clear and right development path. This book tries to identify what is wrong why there are things to fix and some human factors principles to keep in aircraft design and operations. FeaturesShows through different events how the system learns through technology practices and regulations and the pitfalls of that learning processDiscusses the use of information technology in safety-critical environments and why procedural knowledge is not enoughPresents air safety management as a successful process but at the same time failures coming from technological and organizational features are shownOffers ways to improve from the human factors side by getting the right lessons from recent events | Aviation and Human Factors How to Incorporate Human Factors into the Field GBP 44.99 1
Sport and Exercise Medicine An Essential Guide The complete guide for all candidates studying and working in the field of sport and exercise medicine including higher specialist training and post graduate examinations. This revision guide covers all key elements of the UK National Curriculum in Sport and Exercise Medicine. Key features to facilitate learning include: A pictorial summary at the start of each chapter ‘Clinical consideration’ sections that show how knowledge can be applied to working clinical practice MCQ questions for each chapter including answers MFSEM examination candidates MSc students in sport and exercise medicine sport and exercise medicine specialist trainee doctors physiotherapists and general practitioners with an extended role in musculoskeletal or sport and exercise medicine will all benefit from this new text. | Sport and Exercise Medicine An Essential Guide GBP 59.99 1
A Q&A Approach to Organic Chemistry A Q&A Approach to Organic Chemistry is a book of leading questions that begins with atomic orbitals and bonding. All critical topics are covered including bonding nomenclature stereochemistry conformations acids and bases oxidations reductions substitution elimination acyl addition acyl substitution enolate anion reactions the Diels–Alder reaction and sigmatropic rearrangements aromatic chemistry spectroscopy amino acids and proteins and carbohydrates and nucleosides. All major reactions are covered. In all chapters there are leading questions to focus attention on a principle or reaction and the answer is immediately provided. Each chapter includes end-of-chapter homework questions with the answer keys in an Appendix at the end of the book. This book is envisioned to be a supplementary guide to be used with virtually any available undergraduate organic chemistry textbook. This book allows for a self-guided approach that is useful as one studies for a coursework exam or as one reviews organic chemistry for postgraduate exams. Key Features: Allows a self-guided tour of organic chemistry Discusses all important areas and fundamental reactions of organic chemistry Classroom tested Useful as a study guide that will supplement most organic chemistry textbooks Assists one in study for coursework exams or allows one to review organic chemistry for postgraduate exams Includes 21 chapters of leading questions that covers all major topics and major reactions of organic chemistry with the answers immediately after GBP 44.99 1
Chromatography of Natural Treated and Waste Waters Chromatography of Natural Treated and Waste Waters is the first book to bring together information of a range of chromatographic techniques in all types of water precipitation to sewage effluents. Organic and inorganic compounds cations anions and elements are all discussed. Particular attention is paid to multi compound analysis of water and the analysis of minute traces of pollutants. Gas chromatography high performance liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry are included in this well referenced and easy to use book. GBP 62.99 1
Textbook of Interventional Cardiovascular Pharmacology While all interventional cardiologists have access to pharmacopeial texts and databases and are aware of the growing number of pharmacological agents in the armamentarium questions arise as to the ideal agent or combination of agents in differing patient situations. This superb text offers the reader coverage of all the major pharmacological therapies used in treating the cath lab patient from the practical personal perspective of those actively involved in interventional cardiology. | Textbook of Interventional Cardiovascular Pharmacology GBP 59.99 1
Essential Paediatric Haematology As an essential guide to paediatric haematology this concise text offers a quick and reliable source of practical information for clinicians. Covering all blood disorders in children the contents are structured to include all the major disease groups and include introductory chapters on normal haemopoiesis normal coagulation infections and transfusion. Whilst the text focuses on practical management sufficient background information is given to enable trainees to care effectively for patients. Essential Paediatric Haematology is an ideal text for haematologists and paediatricians in training and a valuable source of reference for other health care professionals. GBP 56.99 1
ENT Vivas: A Guide to Passing the Intercollegiate FRCS (ORL-HNS) Viva Examination This clear and concise text covers all the assessable aspects of the ENT curriculum for the FRCS. Although technique and presentation of knowledge will no doubt be attained through viva practice the comprehensive content ensures that all candidates have the relevant knowledge not only to succeed but also to excel in their viva examination. Covering both the theoretical and clinical aspects of the examination as well as other equally critical aspects including communication skills clinical examination and miscellaneous sections this handbook is a high yield revision aid for all surgical trainees in the early stages of their Otolaryngology careers and simultaneously acts as an emergency information source for those cross-covering the specialty. ENT and Otorhinolaryngology surgical trainees and Residents will find the scope of this guide highly relevant to obtain FRCS accreditation or equivalent. | ENT Vivas: A Guide to Passing the Intercollegiate FRCS (ORL-HNS) Viva Examination GBP 52.99 1
The Ecology of Malaria Vectors This practical book covers all aspects of the biology of malaria vectors with notes on the vectors of dengue. It is the first work in this field to concentrate on mosquitoes rather than covering all disease vectors. Authored by renowned field entomologist Jacques Derek Charlwood it disseminates his vast experience working on mosquito biology ecology and the evaluation of new vector control tools across five continents over the past 40 years. Covering all aspects from classification and systematics population dynamics vector control to surveillance and sampling epidemics and a selection of case histories the book also considers genetics and resistance Aedes biology and malaria and dengue models. It is designed to fill the gap between very specialized texts and undergraduate books on general disease vectors and is ideal as a textbook for postgraduate courses in entomology and mosquito vectors of disease. | The Ecology of Malaria Vectors GBP 69.99 1
Game Audio Programming 4 Principles and Practices Welcome to the fourth volume of Game Audio Programming: Principles and Practices – the first series of its kind dedicated to the art science and craft of game audio programming. This volume contains 17 chapters from some of the top game audio programmers in the industry and dives into subjects that apply to diverse game genres and from low-level topics such as thread-safe command buffers and pitch detection to high-level topics such as object management music systems and audio tools. With such a wide variety of topics game audio programmers of all levels will find something for them in this book. The techniques presented in this book have all been used to ship games including some large AAA titles so they are all practical and many will find their way into your audio engines. There are chapters about timed ADSRs data-driven music systems background sounds and more. This book collects a wealth of advanced knowledge and wisdom about game audio programming. If you are new to game audio programming or a seasoned veteran or even if you’ve just been assigned the task and are trying to figure out what it’s all about this book is for you! | Game Audio Programming 4 Principles and Practices GBP 44.99 1
Monographs in Contact Allergy Volume 1 Non-Fragrance Allergens in Cosmetics (Part 1 and Part 2) Monographs in Contact Allergy Volume 1: Non-Fragrance Allergens in Cosmetics (Part 1 and Part 2) is the first 2-part volume in an exciting series on contact allergy. It presents over 500 natural or synthetic chemicals and compounds which have caused allergic contact dermatitis in cosmetic products. Included here are INCI names synonyms description/definition CAS and EU numbers chemical class function in cosmetics molecular formula structural formula and advice on patch tests. A full literature review is given of patch testing in patients case reports of cosmetic allergic contact dermatitis irritant contact dermatitis photosensitivity immediate contact reactions and systemic side effects. This text is suitable for anyone with an interest in contact allergy from university students to professionals and all readers will find this informative and detailed series an invaluable resource. Key Features: Monographs of all known non-fragrance chemicals and substances which have caused allergic contact dermatitis from their presence in cosmetic products Provides lists of all functional groups (such as antioxidants preservatives artificial nail building emollients hair dyeing hair colorants) in both the EU and US formats and all chemicals in these groups which have caused cosmetic allergy Presents an alphabetical list of all synonyms indicating their INCI names Reported cross-reactions pseudo-cross-reactions and co-reactions patch test sensitization and presence in cosmetic products (including data from FDA’s Voluntary Cosmetic Registration Program) and chemical analyses are discussed Covers an extensive amount of information to benefit dermatologists allergists and non-medical professionals involved with the research development and marketing of cosmetic products | Monographs in Contact Allergy Volume 1 Non-Fragrance Allergens in Cosmetics (Part 1 and Part 2) GBP 66.99 1
Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals and Advancements There is a growing need for manufacturing optimization all over the world. The immense market of Additive Manufacturing (AM) technologies dictates a need for a book that will provide knowledge of the various aspects of AM for anyone interested in learning about this fast-growing topic. This book disseminates knowledge of AM amongst scholars at graduate level post graduate level doctoral level as well as industry personnel. The objective is to offer a state-of-the-art book which covers all aspects of AM and incorporates all information regarding trends historical developments classifications materials tooling software issues dynamic design principles limitations and communication interfaces in a one-stop resource. Features:Breaks down systematic coverage of various aspects of AM within four distinct sectionsContains details of various AM techniques based on ASTM guidelines Discusses many AM applications with suitable illustrations Includes recent trends in the field of AMCovers engineering materials utilized as raw materials in AM Compares AM techniques with different traditional manufacturing methods | Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals and Advancements GBP 44.99 1
Female Genital Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence Genital prolapse or pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the structures of the pelvis protrude into the outside vaginal canal. Genital Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence is the first book of its kind dedicated specifically to genital prolapse and is filled with every different type of prolapse including the bladder uterus rectum and the mucosal fold containing the intestine. Covering all aspects of this defect while emphasizing the managed care of genital prolapse this text also explores both surgical and non-surgical treatments which include methods for the diagnosis and treatment of all abnormalities. This source examines: | Female Genital Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence GBP 59.99 1
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Second Edition Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or motor neurone disease is one of the most debilitating and devastating of the neurological diseases. The only comprehensive textbook available on the topic this completely reorganized and expanded new edition examines all aspects of ALS from pathology to patient care and provides the reader with a ready reference to help with the difficulties encountered in patient diagnosis and treatment. Undoubtedly an important work in the field this book will be of great interest to clinical neurologists and trainees and to all those concerned with the care of people with ALS. | Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Second Edition GBP 59.99 1
Handbook of Flowering Volume V These volumes are an exhaustive source of information on the control and regulation of flowering. They present data on the factors controlling flower induction and how they may be affected by climate and chemical treatments. For each plant specific information is provided on all aspects of flower development including sex expression requirements for flowering initiation and development photoperiod light density vernalization and other temperature effects and interactions. Individual species are described from the standpoint of juvenility and maturation morphology induction and morphogenesis to anthesis. All information is presented alphabetically for easy reference | Handbook of Flowering Volume V GBP 69.99 1
Understanding the Universe The Physics of the Cosmos from Quasars to Quarks Understanding the Universe: The Physics of the Cosmos from Quasars to Quarks explores how all areas of physics from the very smallest scales to the very largest come together to form our current understanding of the Universe. It takes readers on a fascinating journey from the Big Bang and how the Universe has evolved to how it appears now and the possibilities for how it will continue to evolve in the future. It also explores the latest exciting developments in the area and how they impact our understanding of the Universe such as quantum chromodynamics black holes dark energy and gravitational waves. Equally importantly it explains how we have come to know all of this about the Universe and details the limitations of our current understanding. This book is accessible to all introductory undergraduate students interested in the physical sciences. It prioritises a non-mathematical approach so it can be understood by all students with only two algebraic equations in the book and any numerical calculations shown are limited to simple arithmetic. Key Features: Combines current understanding of quantum physics and cosmology and includes the latest exciting developments from the field. Provides an accessible introduction to the topic focusing on a non-mathematical presentation. Presents a comprehensive narrative on the subject and a coherent story. | Understanding the Universe The Physics of the Cosmos from Quasars to Quarks GBP 44.99 1
Snakes of the World A Catalogue of Living and Extinct Species Snakes of the World: A Catalogue of Living and Extinct Species—the first catalogue of its kind—covers all living and fossil snakes described between 1758 and 2012 comprising 3 509 living and 274 extinct species allocated to 539 living and 112 extinct genera. Also included are 54 genera and 302 species that are dubious or invalid resulting in recognition of 705 genera and 4 085 species. Features: Alphabetical listings by genus and species Individual accounts for each genus and species Detailed data on type specimens and type localities All subspecies synonyms and proposed snake names Distribution of species by country province and elevation Distribution of fossils by country and geological periods Major taxonomic references for each genus and species Appendix with major references for each country Complete bibliography of all references cited in text and appendix Index of 12 500 primary snake names The data on type specimens includes museum and catalog number length and sex and collector and date. The listed type localities include restrictions and corrections. The bibliography provides complete citations of all references cited in the text and appendix and taxonomic comments are given in the remarks sections. This standard reference supplies a scientific academic and professional treatment of snakes—appealing to conservationists and herpetologists as well as zoologists naturalists hobbyists researchers and teachers. | Snakes of the World A Catalogue of Living and Extinct Species GBP 64.99 1