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Sustainable Material Forming and Joining

Sustainable Material Forming and Joining

The main objective of the book is to expose readers to the basics of sustainable material forming and joining technologies and to discuss the relationship between conventional and sustainable processes. It also provides case studies for sustainable issues in material forming and joining processes workouts for converting conventional processes to green processes and highlights the importance of awareness on sustainable and green manufacturing through education. The book will include green and sustainability concepts in material forming like bulk forming and sheet forming emphasizing hot forming materials development lubrication and minimizing defects. Key FeaturesConceptualizes green and sustainability issues towards efficient material forming and joiningAddresses important aspects of sustainable manufacturing by forming operationsPresents comparison between traditional and sustainable manufacturing processesIncludes practical case studies from industry expertsDiscusses green and sustainability concepts in material forming like bulk forming and sheet forming emphasizing hot forming materials development lubrication and minimizing defects

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Traditional Herbal Remedies of Sri Lanka

Traditional Herbal Remedies of Sri Lanka

The Sri Lankan medicinal system predominantly utilizes herbs and spices for the treatment of various ailments. This is mostly because Sri Lanka is a tropical country a biodiverse hot-spot blessed with a plethora of flora and fauna. Traditional Herbal Remedies of Sri Lanka looks at the traditional medicinal practices of the country that utilize plant material from a cultural philosophical and scientific perspective. When it comes to the scientific aspects several Sri Lankan herbs have been in the spotlight for possessing bioactive constituents with promising therapeutic effects. It is hoped that these will be considered as strong candidates to combat currently prevailing global disease conditions. Key Features:Reveals the science behind the traditional wisdom passed down in Sri Lanka’s long history of using herbal medicinesEmphasizes the increasing global interest in botanical drugsReviews the hot topic of Sri Lankan herbs which possess bioactive constituents and have promising therapeutic effectsAids the international natural product communities to better understand the herbal resources in Sri Lanka

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Solar Heating Systems for Houses A Design Handbook for Solar Combisystems

Solar Heating Systems for Houses A Design Handbook for Solar Combisystems

The use of solar collectors for domestic hot water over the past 20 years has demonstrated that solar heating systems are now founded on a reliable and mature technology. However the development of similar but more complex systems to provide both domestic hot water and space heating (solar combisystems) resulted in a diverse range of different designs that were not carefully optimized to reflect local climate and practice. Application of energy-efficient building strategies such as improved thermal insulation and use of low temperature heat supply systems is becoming increasingly common. This trend combined with growing environmental awareness and the subsidies available in certain countries favours an increase in market share for solar combisystems. The need for guidelines in selecting the appropriate system and designing this system according to the specific needs of the building and the local environment is therefore now increasingly pressing. This book fills that need. | Solar Heating Systems for Houses A Design Handbook for Solar Combisystems

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Decommissioning Health Physics A Handbook for MARSSIM Users Second Edition

Decommissioning Health Physics A Handbook for MARSSIM Users Second Edition

Experienced Guidance on the Technical Issues of Decommissioning ProjectsWritten by one of the original MARSSIM authors Decommissioning Health Physics: A Handbook for MARSSIM Users Second Edition is the only book to incorporate all of the requisite technical aspects of planning and executing radiological surveys in support of decommissioning. Extensively revised and updated it covers survey instrumentation detection sensitivity statistics dose modeling survey procedures and release criteria. New to the Second EditionChapter on hot spot assessment that recognizes appropriate dosimetric significance of hot spots when designing surveys and includes a new approach for establishing hot spot limitsChapter on the clearance or release of materials highlighting aspects of the MARSAME manualRevised chapter on characterization survey design to reflect guidance in ANSI N13. 59 on the value of data quality objectives (DQOs)Updated regulations and guidance documents throughout Updated survey instrumentation used to support decontamination and decommissioning (D&D) surveys including expanded coverage of in situ gamma spectrometersRevised statistics chapter that includes an introduction to Bayesian statistics and additional double sampling and ranked set sampling statistical approachesMore case studies and examples throughout Implement the Surveys Effectively and Avoid Common PitfallsWith more than 20 years of experience as a practitioner in the decommissioning survey field author Eric W. Abelquist prepares you for the technical challenges associated with planning and executing MARSSIM surveys. He discusses the application of statistics for survey design and data reduction and addresses the selection of survey instrumentation and detection sensitivity. He presents final status survey | Decommissioning Health Physics A Handbook for MARSSIM Users Second Edition

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Thermal Energy Storage with Phase Change Materials

Thermal Energy Storage with Phase Change Materials

This book focuses on latent heat storage which is one of the most efficient ways of storing thermal energy. Unlike the sensible heat storage method the latent heat storage method provides much higher storage density with a smaller difference between storing and releasing temperatures. Thermal Energy Storage with Phase Change Materials is structured into four chapters that cover many aspects of thermal energy storage and their practical applications. Chapter 1 reviews selection performance and applications of phase change materials. Chapter 2 investigates mathematical analyses of phase change processes. Chapters 3 and 4 present passive and active applications for energy saving peak load shifting and price-based control heating using phase change materials. These chapters explore the hot topic of energy saving in an overarching way and so they are relevant to all courses. This book is an ideal research reference for students at the postgraduate level. It also serves as a useful reference for electrical mechanical and chemical engineers and students throughout their work. FEATURES Explains the technical principles of thermal energy storage including materials and applications in different classifications Provides fundamental calculations of heat transfer with phase change Discusses the benefits and limitations of different types of phase change materials (PCM) in both micro- and macroencapsulations Reviews the mechanisms and applications of available thermal energy storage systems Introduces innovative solutions in hot and cold storage applications

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Race and Gender in Electronic Media Content Context Culture

Race and Gender in Electronic Media Content Context Culture

This volume will feature research examining the consequences implications and opportunities associated with issues of diversity in the electronic media. The topics of gender and race in electronic media have been hot topics of study and remain so today. The book will consider race and gender issues in both historical and contemporary (including newly emerging) electronic media and will focus on: 1) media content 2) media audiences and 3) media production. Chapters may reflect the intersection of race and gender or overlap with either race or gender and other types of difference such as class religion and physical ability. | Race and Gender in Electronic Media Content Context Culture

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Liquid Crystal Sensors

Liquid Crystal Sensors

Liquid Crystal Sensors discusses novel applications of liquid crystals that lie beyond electrically driven optical switches and displays. The main focus is on recent progress in the area of sensors based on low molar mass and polymer liquid crystals. This area of research became hot in recent years since the possibilities for applications of liquid crystal sensors are growing in many areas ranging from the detection of mechanical displacements to the detection of environmental pollutants and chemical agents. This book is well-suited for students as well as scientists from different backgrounds. For students and researchers new to the field it gives a thorough introduction. For experienced researchers it shows the latest breakthroughs and serves as an inspiration for solving problems or sparking new ideas. Key Features:Emphasizes how liquid crystals are extremely sensitive to external stimuli and therefore can be used for the construction of stimuli-responsive devices such as sensors Includes the contributions of editors who are deeply involved in the field and author chapters on hot topics such as the sensitivity of liquid crystals to pollutants UV light and strainProvides an exclusive on LC sensors where having the data in one place will be very useful to the community Gives more information on sensors and broadens the scope by having a contributed volume rather than authored Combines recent data on advances in the area of liquid crystal sensors that includes many types of liquid crystal materials

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Revival: Transformation of Human Epithelial Cells (1992) Molecular and Oncogenetic Mechanisms

Revival: Transformation of Human Epithelial Cells (1992) Molecular and Oncogenetic Mechanisms

This book offers a conceptual explanation of the interrelationships that exist between the stages in the progression of initiated epithelial cells in culture compared with the diverse tissue of organs and the progression of tumors from different organ sites. The fate of the modification of adducts is discussed at the molecular level. The role that modifications in hot spots in oncogenes and supressor genes play at the molecular level and how these molecular modifications can lead to an explanation of molecular control in the formation of tumor phenotypes is also examined. Researchers in cell biology and toxicology applied pharmacology carcinogenesis teratogenesis mutagenesis and molecular toxicology will find the book useful interesting reading. | Revival: Transformation of Human Epithelial Cells (1992) Molecular and Oncogenetic Mechanisms

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Plastics Fabrication and Recycling

Plastics Fabrication and Recycling

Derived from the fourth edition of the well-known Plastics Technology Handbook Plastics Fabrication and Recycling presents the molding and fabrication processes of plastics as well as several important features of plastics recycling. The book begins with a discussion of different types of molds and dies including compression molding injection molding blow molding thermoforming reaction injection molding extrusion and pultrusion. It then covers spinning casting reinforcing foaming compounding and coating processes as well as powder molding adhesive bonding and plastics welding techniques. The authors also explore the decoration of plastics including painting operations printing processes hot stamping in-mold decorating embossing electroplating and vacuum metallizing. They conclude with an overview on key aspects of plastics recycling developments in the field and waste recycling problems.

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Handbook of Internet Computing

Handbook of Internet Computing

Scientists in different geographical locations conduct real-time experiments in a virtual shared workspace. E-commerce provides an emerging market for businesses large and small. E-mail Servers and Enterprise Resources Planning have revolutionized businesses on every level. People from all over the globe gather in chat rooms. The Internet is here to stay and Internet technologies and applications continue to grow and evolve. The Handbook of Internet Computing presents comprehensive coverage of all technical issues related to the Internet and its applications. It addresses hot topics such as Internet architectures content-based multimedia retrieval on the Internet Web-based collaboration Web search engines digital libraries and more. Real-life examples illustrate the concepts so that technical non-technical and business people can quickly grasp the fundamentals.

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Good Manufacturing Practices for Pharmaceuticals Seventh Edition

Good Manufacturing Practices for Pharmaceuticals Seventh Edition

This book provides insight into the world of pharmaceutical quality systems and the key elements that must be in place to change the business and organizational dynamics from task-oriented procedure-based cultures to truly integrated quality business systems that are self-detecting and correcting. Chapter flow has been changed to adopt a quality systems organization approach and supporting chapters have been updated based on current hot topics including the impact of the worldwide supply chain complexity and current regulatory trends. Key Features: Presents insight into the world of pharmaceutical quality systems Analyzes regulatory trends and expectations Includes approaches and practices used in the industry to comply with regulatory requirements Discusses recent worldwide supply chain issues Delivers valuable information to a worldwide audience regarding the current GMP practices in the industry | Good Manufacturing Practices for Pharmaceuticals Seventh Edition

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Plumbing Principles and Practice

Plumbing Principles and Practice

This book provides a complete introduction to plumbing services. It explains the principles and provides practical examples of the planning design installation and maintenance of the plumbing technologies applicable to single-storey buildings skyscrapers and everything in between. The book begins with an introduction to plumbing technology the trade and its evolution. Chapters then cover: Pipes fittings and accessories and their installation and testing Pumps and pumping systems Hydraulic principles Hot and cold water supply systems Fixtures and appliances Sanitary and storm drainage systems Special concerns such as seismic issues safety security and the state of the art. Written and the figures drawn by a registered professional engineer and experienced teacher this book is suitable for use on a wide range of courses from building services engineering civil engineering construction technology plumbing services environmental engineering water engineering and architectural technology. | Plumbing Principles and Practice

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HVAC Engineer's Handbook

HVAC Engineer's Handbook

In the almost sixty years since the publication of the first edition of HVAC Engineer's Handbook it has become widely known as a highly useful and definitive reference for HVAC engineers and technicians alike and those working on domestic hot and cold water services gas supply and steam services. The 11th edition continues in the tradition of previous editions being easily transportable and therefore an integral part of the HVAC engineer or technician's daily tools. Newly updated data on natural ventilation ventilation rates free cooling and night-time cooling make the 11th edition of the HVAC Engineer's Handbook a vital source of information. Fred Porges has worked in both the manufacturing and process industries and became a partner in a building services consultancy in 1962. He has held senior positions with design contractors and his experience covers every building service and type of building from schools to housing factories to laboratories.

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Gravitational Waves

Gravitational Waves

Gravitational waves (GWs) are a hot topic and promise to play a central role in astrophysics cosmology and theoretical physics. Technological developments have led us to the brink of their direct observation which could become a reality in the coming years. The direct observation of GWs will open an entirely new field: GW astronomy. This is expected to bring a revolution in our knowledge of the universe by allowing the observation of previously unseen phenomena such as the coalescence of compact objects (neutron stars and black holes) the fall of stars into supermassive black holes stellar core collapses big-bang relics and the new and unexpected. With a wide range of contributions by leading scientists in the field Gravitational Waves covers topics such as the basics of GWs various advanced topics GW detectors astrophysics of GW sources numerical applications and several recent theoretical developments. The material is written at a level suitable for postgraduate students entering the field.

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Supervision in Social Work Contemporary Issues

Supervision in Social Work Contemporary Issues

Supervision is currently a hot topic in social work. The editors of this volume both social work educators and researchers believe that good supervision is fundamental to the development and maintenance of effective practice in social work. Supervision is seen as a key vehicle for continuing development of professional skills the safeguarding of competent and ethical practice and oversight of the wellbeing of the practitioner. As a consequence the demand for trained and competent supervisors has increased and a perceived gap in availability can create a call for innovation and development in supervision. This book offers a collection of chapters which contribute new insights to the field. Authors from Australia and New Zealand where supervision inquiry is strong offer research-informed ideas and critical commentary with a dual focus on supervision of practitioners and students. Topics include external and interprofessional supervision retention of practitioners practitioner resilience and innovation in student supervision. This book will be of interest to supervisors of both practitioners and students and highly relevant to social work academics. This book was originally published as a special issue of Australian Social Work. | Supervision in Social Work Contemporary Issues

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The Science of Climate Migration

The Science of Climate Migration

This book addresses the nexus between science and migration and examines how the two are inextricably intertwined. The Science of Climate Migration primarily addresses the science of global climate change and additionally examines how this change is more than a region being too hot too cold too dry too wet or too windy; rather it is also about heightened military tensions political instability and myriad other factors. History has shown that this change is felt most acutely in developing countries that are least equipped to adapt. This inability to adapt is considered to be a driver that motivates local residents to find “greener pastures” through migration. Further the book discusses the increasing need for the implementation and utilization of non-polluting renewables for use in energy production as a means to stave off environmental crises. Features Examines how and why climate change effects and human migration are inextricably intertwined Discusses the increasing need for the implementation of non-polluting renewables for use in energy production as a means to stave off environmental crises Explains how wildlife is also sensitive to shifts in climate and how this in turn affects their migration as well

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Extremophiles From Biology to Biotechnology

Extremophiles From Biology to Biotechnology

Highly recommended by CHOICE Oct 2018Extremophiles are nature’s ultimate survivors thriving in environments ranging from the frozen Antarctic to abyssal hot hydrothermal vents. Their lifeforms span bacteria to fishes and are categorized as halophiles from hypersaline environments acidophiles from acidic waters psychrophiles from cold habitats and thermophiles from warm waters. Extremophiles: From Biology to Biotechnology comprehensively covers the basic biology physiology habitats secondary metabolites for bioprospecting and biotechnology of these extreme survivors. The chapters focus on the novel genetic and biochemical traits that lend these organisms to biotechnological applications. Couples studies of marine extremophile biology/genomics and extremophile culture for biotechnological applications with the latest advances in bio-prospecting and bio-product developmentIncludes practical experiments that a laboratory can use to replicate extreme habitats for research purposesPresents latest advances in extremophile genomics to give the reader a better understanding of the regulatory mechanisms of extremophilesOffers insights into the production of commercially important extremozymes carotenoids bioactive compounds and secondary metabolites of medicinal value. This unique guide serves as a resource for biotechnologists who wish to explore extremophiles for their commercial potential as well as a valuable reference for teaching undergraduate graduate and postgraduate students. | Extremophiles From Biology to Biotechnology

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Human Heat Stress

Human Heat Stress

Thousands of people continue to die from heat. Heat illnesses and advice for preventing heat casualties at work during heatwaves sport and the effects of global warming are described. A new perspective on thermoregulation integrates physiological and psychophysical regulated variables. Heat stress indices the WBGT and the SWreq are presented. It is time to understand and routinely use computer simulations of people in hot conditions. How to understand how a model can be constructed is also described. This book provides an accessible concise and comprehensive coverage into how people respond to heat and how to predict and avoid heat causalities. A practical productivity model and Burn thresholds complete the book which begins with up to date knowledge on measurement of heat stress heat strain metabolic rate and the thermal properties and influences of clothing. Features Provides methods and regulations through international standards Illustrates the WBGT and analytical heat stress indices and how to construct a thermal model Discusses the role of clothing on heat stress and thermal strain Presents a new model for predicting productivity in the heat Offers a new method of human thermoregulation Considers heat illness and prevention during heatwaves and in global warming | Human Heat Stress

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Intelligent Systems in Healthcare and Disease Identification using Data Science

Intelligent Systems in Healthcare and Disease Identification using Data Science

The health technology has become a hot topic in academic research. It employs the theory of social networks into the different levels of the prediction and analysis and has brought new possibilities for the development of technology. This book is a descriptive summary of challenges and methods using disease identification with various case studies from diverse authors across the globe. One of the new buzzwords in healthcare sector that has become popular over years is health informatics. Healthcare professionals must deal with an increasing number of computers and computer programs in their daily work. With rapid growth of digital data the role of analytics in healthcare has created a significant impact on healthcare professional’s life. Improvements in storage data computational power and paral- lelization has also contributed to uptake this technology. This book is intended for use by researchers health informatics professionals academicians and undergraduate and postgraduate students interested in knowing more about health informatics. It aims to provide a brief overview about informatics its history and area of practice laws in health informatics challenges and technologies in health informatics applica- tion of informatics in various sectors and so on. Finally the research avenues in health informatics along with some case studies are discussed. | Intelligent Systems in Healthcare and Disease Identification using Data Science

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Handbook of Irrigation System Selection for Semi-Arid Regions

Handbook of Irrigation System Selection for Semi-Arid Regions

The Handbook of Irrigation System Selection for Semi-Arid Regions compares the various types of available irrigation systems for different regions and conditions and explains how to analyze field data to determine the suitability of the land for surface sprinkle or drip irrigation systems. The book focuses on strategies for irrigation development and management and examines deficit irrigation and partial root-zone drying systems. Also solute leaching modeling under different irrigation systems soil moisture conditions and organic fertilizer application in arid areas are discussed. Further it examines multi-criteria decision making for irrigation management and the appraisal of agricultural lands for irrigation in hot sub-humid regions. Features: Presents comparative analysis to aid in the selection of the most appropriate types of irrigation systems according to land characteristics. Includes numerous practical case studies. Offers parametric evaluation systems for irrigation purposes. Considers data from semi-arid zones each with different sub-climates. Focusing on semi-arid land the book highlights parametric evaluation systems for irrigation purposes along with the use of analytical hierarchy processes integrated with GIS to determine which systems are best suited. This comprehensive and well-illustrated handbook will be of great interest to students professionals and researchers involved with all aspects of irrigation in semi-arid regions.

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Controlled Fusion and Plasma Physics

Controlled Fusion and Plasma Physics

Resulting from ongoing international research into fusion processes the International Tokamak Experimental Reactor (ITER) is a major step in the quest for a new energy source. The first graduate-level text to cover the details of ITER Controlled Fusion and Plasma Physics introduces various aspects and issues of recent fusion research activities through the shortest access path. The distinguished author breaks down the topic by first dealing with fusion and then concentrating on the more complex subject of plasma physics. The book begins with the basics of controlled fusion research followed by discussions on tokamaks reversed field pinch (RFP) stellarators and mirrors. The text then explores ideal magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) instabilities resistive instabilities neoclassical tearing mode resistive wall mode the Boltzmann equation the Vlasov equation and Landau damping. After covering dielectric tensors of cold and hot plasmas the author discusses the physical mechanisms of wave heating and noninductive current drive. The book concludes with an examination of the challenging issues of plasma transport by turbulence such as magnetic fluctuation and zonal flow. Controlled Fusion and Plasma Physics clearly and thoroughly promotes intuitive understanding of the developments of the principal fusion programs and the relevant fundamental and advanced plasma physics associated with each program.

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Tool Steels Properties and Performance

Tool Steels Properties and Performance

This handy book provides a single up-to-date source of information for increasing the life of tool steels through optimized design and manufacturing. Supplying a solid understanding of the metallurgy involved the text explains how material compositions manufacturing processes heat treatments surface hardening techniques and coatings affect tool steel properties grades and performance. It also explores real-life case studies and failure analyses offering examples of die-life parameters and hints for modifying tool steels and heat treatments during cutting or forming processes. While the book offers deep coverage of properties microstructure and manufacturing its focus is on describing the performance of each application of this special class of ferrous materials. Provides a single up-to-date source of information for increasing the life of tool steels through optimized design and manufacturing. Explains how material compositions manufacturing processes heat treatments surface hardening techniques and coatings affect tool steel properties grades and performance. Supplies a solid understanding of the metallurgy involved in tool steel manufacturing machining hot and cold working and molding. Offers examples of die-life parameters and hints for modifying tool steels and heat treatments during cutting or forming processes. Includes real-life case studies and failure analyses from the Villares Metals plant in Brazil. | Tool Steels Properties and Performance

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Curing Concrete

Curing Concrete

Curing is one of those activities that every civil engineer and construction worker has heard of but in reality does not worry about much. In practice curing is often low on the list of priorities on the construction site particularly when budgets and timelines are under pressure. Yet the increasing demands being placed on concrete mixtures also mean that they are less forgiving than in the past. Therefore any activity that will help improve hydration and so performance while reducing the risk of cracking is becoming more important. Curing Concrete explains exactly why curing is so important and shows you how to best do it. The book covers:The fundamentals behind hydrationHow curing affects the properties of concrete improving its long-term performanceWhat curing technologies and techniques you can use for different applicationsHow to effectively specify provide and measure curing in a projectThe author also gives numerous examples of how curing—or a lack of it—has affected concrete performance in real-world situations. These include examples from hot and cold climates as well as examples related to high-performance concrete performance parameters and specifications and testing. Written for construction professionals who want to ensure the quality and longevity of their concrete structures this book demonstrates that curing is well worth the effort and cost.

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Nationalism and Conflict Management

Nationalism and Conflict Management

Ethno-national conflict is one of the central issues of modern politics. Despite the emergence of approaches to managing it from nation-building to territorial autonomy in recent years the application of these approaches has been uneven. Old conflicts persist and new ones continually emerge. The authors of this book contend that what is needed to drive forward the theory and practice of ethno-national conflict management is a more nuanced understanding of ethnicity and nationalism. The book addresses this issue by linking theories of ethnicity and nationalism to theories of conflict management. Its contributors share a common goal of demonstrating that a nuanced understanding of ethnicity and nationalism can beneficially inform conflict management in theory and practice. To do so they analyse both hot and cold conflict zones as well as cases that have been important in the development of the most widely-used conflict management models. The book is aimed at those interested in the theory and practice of ethno-national conflict management as well as the study of ethnicity and nationalism. It is well-suited for undergraduate and advanced research students experts and policy-makers. This book was originally published as a special issue of Commonwealth and Comparative Politics. | Nationalism and Conflict Management

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Green Supply Chain Management A Concise Introduction

Green Supply Chain Management A Concise Introduction

This book gives students a thorough overview of the environmental issues that impact the supply chain and details strategic methods of addressing the political social technological market and economic concerns that have caused organizations to reconsider their impact. Readers will learn how to integrate the fields of operations management procurement and purchasing logistics and marketing into a successful green supply chain looking outward to form sustainable partnerships rather than focusing their efforts within the company. Each chapter describes a function or dimension of green supply chains supplemented with short vignettes to ground the theory in practice. The authors examine various industries including electronics food products and manufacturing and draw on case studies from the Americas Europe Asia and Oceania allowing students to compare and contrast domestic and international practices. Blending industry insights with the latest academic thinking they also consider hot button topics like global–local relationships the role of third parties green multitier supplier management and blockchain technology management. Conclusive chapter summaries and plenty of visual aids help readers retain the information they need to improve environmental performance within and beyond their organizations. Green Supply Chain Management is an excellent introduction to the topic for students and practitioners of supply chain management and environmental sustainability. | Green Supply Chain Management A Concise Introduction

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