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  • Navigating the Microplastic Landscape

    Sources, Fate, Health Risks, and Sustainable Solutions
    • 1st Edition
    • Sheena Kumari + 4 more
    • English
    Navigating the Microplastic Landscape provides a comprehensive overview of microplastic pollution, emphasizing its sources, environmental fate, detection methods, and innovative remediation strategies. The book explores cutting-edge technologies such as advanced detection techniques, enzymatic degradation, and chemical oxidation processes, alongside traditional physical and biological approaches.Covering topics like microplastic transport, transformation into nanoplastics, and their role as vectors for contaminants, it offers detailed insights into current challenges and emerging solutions across ecosystems, including aquatic, terrestrial, and atmospheric environments. The inclusion of global case studies and policy analysis aims to bridge scientific research with practical applications, promoting sustainable management and circular economy models. This edited volume is designed for researchers, environmental scientists, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of microplastic pollution and develop effective mitigation strategies.It serves as a vital resource for graduate students, academics, and practitioners aiming to address one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time, fostering innovation and informed decision-making in microplastic management.

  • Water Sustainability and Predictive Modelling

    Insights for Sustainable Water Management
    • 1st Edition
    • Manish Kumar + 2 more
    • English
    Water Sustainability and Predictive Modelling addresses one of the most urgent challenges of our time—managing water resources in an era marked by climate change, urban growth, and increasing demand. This comprehensive volume traces the evolution of water management from traditional practices to innovative, data-driven solutions. By harnessing the power of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced hydrological modeling, it showcases how predictive approaches can accurately forecast water availability, identify risks, and support sustainable decision-making. Designed for students, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders, this book offers practical insights into optimizing water use. Featuring real-world case studies and expert perspectives, it provides actionable strategies to enhance water security, promote resource efficiency, and foster resilient water governance. Whether addressing water scarcity, flood risks, or climate impacts, this volume empowers readers to drive innovation and build a sustainable water future.

  • Circular Water Economies

    Pathways to Innovation, Sustainability, Resilience, and Resource
    • 1st Edition
    • Gagan Matta + 2 more
    • English
    Circular Water Economies offers a comprehensive exploration of innovative, sustainable approaches to managing water resources in a rapidly changing world. This essential volume delves into the principles of circular economy models applied to water systems, highlighting solutions that integrate wastewater treatment, resource recovery, green infrastructure, and adaptive governance. Drawing on global case studies and cutting-edge research, the book provides practical strategies for enhancing water security, promoting resilience against climate change, and fostering sustainable development in urban and rural contexts. It serves as an invaluable resource for researchers, policymakers, engineers, and environmental practitioners seeking to advance sustainable and regenerative water management practices for a resilient future.

  • Exoplanet Detection Methods

    Uncovering the Evolution of Planetary Systems
    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 1
    • Camilla Danielski
    • English
    Exoplanet Detection Methods: Uncovering the Evolution of Planetary Systems is a comprehensive guide that delves into modern techniques for detecting exoplanets. It explores current methods while unravelling the fascinating story of planetary system evolution. Each chapter is meticulously structured to introduce detection methods, offer step-by-step instructions, analyze datasets, and present available instrumentation. This book caters to both beginners and seasoned researchers, providing them with the means to understand the characteristics and evolutionary timelines of different planetary populations.Beyond methodological insights, the book includes online proposal case studies, curated lists of resources, and further detailed step-by-step methods. This makes it an indispensable companion for those venturing into exoplanetary studies or working on planetary demographics.

  • Diagenesis

    Subsurface Processes in Sediments and Sedimentary Rocks
    • 1st Edition
    • Kitty L. Milliken + 2 more
    • English
    Diagenesis: Subsurface Processes in Sediments and Sedimentary Rocks examines the chemical and mechanical processes that affect sediment after deposition, which are responsible for the rock properties that we observe in the subsurface. Predicting subsurface rock properties is essential for effective understanding of subsurface systems for a wide range of purposes. The text begins with a detailed review of the nature of diagenesis and its key controls. Then starting materials are examined with detrital grain assemblages. Several chapters explore the mechanical and chemical processes of diagenesis. Finally, the authors analyze the behavior of key mineral and rock components in diagenesis, the many applications of diagenetic concepts, and the role of diagenesis in the rock cycle. Readers will also appreciate additional learning resources for understanding petrographic methods. This invaluable reference offers readers a comprehensive, in-depth understanding of diagenesis and its important applications.

  • High Energy Density Radiative Transfer

    Theory and Computation
    • 1st Edition
    • Ryan McClarren
    • English
    High Energy Density Radiative Transfer: Theory and Computations is a comprehensive guide that delves into the intricate world of radiative transfer phenomena in the high energy density (HED) regime. This book presents a wealth of scientific contributions and essential insights for researchers, students and engineers seeking to understand the dominant physical processes in inertial fusion energy scenarios. From exploring simple approximate models to conducting detailed calculations on cutting-edge supercomputers, readers will gain valuable tools to navigate the complexities of radiative transfer in HED applications.The book's extensive content covers a wide range of topics essential for mastering radiative transfer in HED contexts. Starting with an exploration of the High Energy Density regime and transport of thermal x-rays, readers are guided through key concepts such as absorption and emission of radiation, infinite medium solutions, frequency discretizations, equilibrium and non-equilibrium diffusion models, spherical harmonics and discrete ordinates methods, finite element discretizations, preconditioning and convergence acceleration, implicit Monte Carlo Methods, photon Monte Carlo methods, and Compton scattering. Each chapter provides in-depth insights and practical knowledge necessary for tackling HED radiative transfer challenges effectively.High Energy Density Radiative Transfer: Theory and Computations is an indispensable resource for those involved in inertial fusion energy and related fields. Whether you are a university student, physicist, engineer, or researcher, this book equips you with the tools to simulate and analyze radiative transfer phenomena in HED scenarios. By offering methods to solve common problems, detailed examples with numerical results, and insights into potential pitfalls, this book empowers readers to enhance their understanding and proficiency in addressing HED radiative transfer challenges with confidence.

  • Transportation Electrification in Smart Cities for a Sustainable Future

    • 1st Edition
    • Abdelfatah Ali + 2 more
    • English
    Transportation Electrification in Smart Cities for a Sustainable Future offers guidance on effectively planning and deploying sustainable, electrified transportation systems within smart city frameworks. Cities worldwide face rapid urbanization, climate challenges, and the need for cleaner, more efficient mobility solutions. This book demonstrates the integration of innovative transportation technologies within smart city frameworks through a unified approach that combines infrastructure development, digital innovations, policy strategies, and social considerations. Chapters review the technological advancements, policy frameworks, and planning strategies essential for deploying electric and hydrogen vehicles at scale. Topics covered include smart city integration, charging and refueling infrastructure, market dynamics, digital tools like AI and IoT, and the environmental and social impacts of transportation electrification. Additionally chapters explore practical guidance on infrastructure design, policy formulation, and technological innovation to support scalable, equitable, and climate-aligned transportation systems, as well as emerging trends and challenges within transport electrification. This book is valuable to academics, researchers, engineers, industry leaders, policymakers, and urban planners interested in developing, implementing, and refining sustainable transportation solutions.

  • Calculations in Chemical Engineering: Fundamentals and Industrial Processes – From Theory to Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Adewale Giwa
    • English
    Calculations in Chemical Engineering: Fundamentals and Industrial Processes – From Theory to Practice is an valuable resource for students, educators, and professionals in the field of chemical engineering. The book bridges the gap between theoretical principles and their industrial applications, focusing on process calculations. With detailed coverage of both fundamental concepts and specialized topics, this book equips readers with the necessary tools to address real-world challenges in the chemical industry. The text is divided into two parts: Calculations in Chemical Engineering Fundamentals and Calculations in Industrial Chemical Processes. Part A covers foundational topics such as material and energy balances, chemical thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, chemical reaction engineering, and process dynamics. Part B provides advanced applications, including environmental chemical engineering, sustainability, oil and gas process engineering, and biochemical engineering. Each chapter is designed to enhance understanding through step-by-step problem-solving techniques, real-world case studies, and supplementary materials like software tools for process simulations.

  • Waste - Derived Biocomposite Pellets for Sustainable Energy Generation

    Advanced Techniques in Biocomposite Utilization and Pelletization - Energy Efficiency and Environmental Sustainability
    • 1st Edition
    • Md Rezaur Rahman + 1 more
    • English
    Waste - Derived Biocomposite Pellets for Sustainable Energy Generation: Advanced Techniques in Biocomposite Utilization and Pelletization - Energy Efficiency and Environmental Sustainability addresses the critical need for innovative renewable energy sources by focusing on converting waste biomass into efficient biocomposite pellets. This reference consolidates scientific concepts, engineering methodologies, and practical applications to support sustainable energy production and waste management. The content spans fundamental biomass science, diverse waste sources, pre-treatment methods, pelletization technologies, pellet quality enhancement, combustion characteristics, sustainability assessments, economic and policy perspectives, and applications beyond energy. It includes case studies and research findings that bridge theory and practice, emphasizing environmental impact reduction and circular economy integration. Waste - Derived Biocomposite Pellets for Sustainable Energy Generation benefits academics, industry experts, policymakers, and students by providing actionable knowledge to optimize pellet production, improve combustion efficiency, and implement sustainable waste-to-energy solutions. It supports innovation and informed decision-making towards global energy security and environmental sustainability.

  • Endoscopic/Robotic Thyroidectomy Surgery

    Using the Gasless Unilateral Axillary Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • Chuanming Zheng + 1 more
    • English
    Endoscopic/Robotic Thyroidectomy Surgery: Using the Gasless Unilateral Axillary Approach is a comprehensive and systematic resource on endoscopic/robotic thyroidectomy using the gasless unilateral axillary approach comprehensive and systematically presented resource on the gasless axillary approach to endoscopic/robotic thyroidectomy. It includes a detailed introduction to all aspects of surgical treatment including anesthesia coordination and robotic surgery. The book provides practical guidance on postoperative complication management and postoperative care and describes specific methods for technical simulation training and functional exercises. While many journal papers on specific aspects of this surgical approach have been published, no book is currently available.

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