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  • Computational Analysis of Transport Phenomena and Performance of PEMFC

    • 1st Edition
    • Bengt Sundén + 2 more
    • English
    Computational Analysis of Transport Phenomena and Performance of PEMFC presents a practical guide to the mathematical modeling and simulation of PEMFCs for all transport processes of mass, momentum, energy, ions, and electrons. Tackling one of the most important aspects of next-generation PEMFC technologies, the book brings together the state-of-the-art to model and simulate phenomena and processes at various scales, including catalyst layers, electrodes, membranes, and bipolar plates of PEMFC unit cells and stacks.Chapters introduce PEM fuel cells and explain the underlying electrochemical and thermodynamic concepts involved, present a detailed breakdown of the governing equations for overall mass, momentum, and energy conservation, charge (ions and electrons) conservation, water generation and its transport, heat generation, and heat transfer and cooling methods, offer an in-depth analysis of the various single and multi-dimensional modelling approaches and considerations, including lattice Boltzmann approach, artificial neural networks, exergy and energy analysis, estimation of fuel and oxidant consumption, the differences between cell-scale, stack-scale, and system-scale approaches, and more.

  • Dermatology, An Issue of Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 52-3
    • J. Lane Wilson + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice, guest editors Drs. J. Lane Wilson and Jonathon Firnhaber bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Dermatology. Top experts cover common dermatologic conditions primary care physicians encounter, including urticaria, disorders of pigmentation, atopic and contact dermatitis, fungal infections, pregnancy-related skin conditions, psoriasis, and more.

  • Energy Economics, Finance, and Management in Developing and Emerging Economies

    • 1st Edition
    • Hooi Hooi Lean + 1 more
    • English
    Energy Economics, Finance, and Management in Developing and Emerging Economies provides a comprehensive exploration of how developing nations can navigate the challenges of energy transition while managing scarce resources. With a focus on practical strategies, the book delves into economic frameworks, financing mechanisms, and management practices tailored for emerging economies. By addressing the interplay between global energy dynamics and local constraints, it equips policymakers, researchers, and industry professionals with actionable insights to foster sustainable development and economic resilience.The book also emphasizes the critical role of innovation, community engagement, and international collaboration, highlighting case studies, best practices, and adaptable solutions designed for diverse socio-economic contexts.

  • Thermally Coupled Distillation Columns

    Sustainable and Bio-applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Juan Gabriel Segovia-Hernandez + 2 more
    • English
    Thermally Coupled Distillation Columns: Sustainable and Bio-applications offers a comprehensive examination of thermal couplings' role in enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability in distillation processes. The book provides a detailed theoretical overview, covering foundations, energy problems in distillation, and practical implementations, providing insights into optimizing distillation columns. It also explores the motivation, physical implications, and operational benefits of thermal couplings alongside diverse case studies that demonstrate their efficacy across industries. Additionally, the book discusses innovations such as artificial intelligence applications and Industry 4.0 strategies for process optimization.It concludes with an exploration of challenges, opportunities, and future directions in improving complex divided wall column arrangements. This book will serve as an excellent resource for professionals in chemical engineering, environmental science, and sustainability, offering actionable strategies to drive efficiency and sustainability in distillation processes, contributing to broader sustainability objectives in the industrial sector.

  • Strategic Leadership in Laboratory Medicine: Navigating Belonging, Resilience, and Organizational Culture, An Issue of the Clinics in Laboratory Medicine

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 45-3
    • Lotte Mulder
    • English
    In this issue of Clinics in Laboratory Medicine, guest editor Dr. Lotte Mulder brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Strategic Leadership in Laboratory Medicine. Top experts discuss timely topics related to leadership, reshaping organizational culture, the impact of DEI and wellness, building resilience, and mitigating burnout in the laboratory.

  • Advances in Clinical Radiology, 2025

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 7-1
    • Frank H. Miller
    • English
    Advances in Clinical Radiology reviews the year’s most important findings and updates within the field in order to provide radiologists with the current clinical information they need to improve patient outcomes. A distinguished editorial board, led by Dr. Frank H. Miller, identifies key areas of major progress and controversy and invites preeminent specialists to contribute original articles devoted to these topics. These insightful overviews in radiology inform and enhance clinical practice by bringing concepts to a clinical level and exploring their everyday impact on patient care.

  • Pulmonary Embolism Interventions, An Issue of Cardiac Electrophysiology Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 17-3
    • Vikas Aggarwal
    • English
    In this issue of Interventional Cardiology Clinics, guest editor Dr. Vikas Aggarwal brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Pulmonary Embolism Interventions. Top experts in the field respond to the recent rise in interest to manage and invasively treat patients with acute and chronic pulmonary embolism (PE), covering key topics such as hemodynamic profiling of PE; catheter-directed thrombolysis or catheter-based thrombectomy in acute PE; mechanical circulatory support and critical care management of high-risk acute PE; open surgical treatment for acute and chronic PE; exercise testing, medical management, and rehabilitation in chronic PE; and more.

  • Diagnostic Imaging: Nuclear Medicine

    • 4th Edition
    • Jennifer Schroeder + 1 more
    • English
    Covering the entire spectrum of this fast-changing field, Diagnostic Imaging: Nuclear Medicine, Fourth Edition, is an invaluable, everyday resource for nuclear medicine physicians, general radiologists, and trainees—anyone who requires an easily accessible, highly visual reference on today’s rapidly changing nuclear medicine therapies. Drs. Jennifer Schroeder, Joanna R. Fair, and a team of new and returning highly specialized authors provide up-to-date information in concise yet detailed chapters to help you make informed decisions at the point of care. They address the most appropriate nuclear medicine options available to answer specific clinical questions within the framework of all imaging modalities, making this edition a useful learning tool as well as a handy reference for daily practice.

  • Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology Series: Photodynamic Therapy

    • 3rd Edition
    • Macrene Alexiades
    • English
    Succinctly written and lavishly illustrated, Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology: Photodynamic Therapy, 3rd Edition, presents up-to-the-minute, practical guidance on the photodynamic therapy (PDT) techniques that are shaping today's practice. It focuses on procedural how-to's and offers step-by-step advice on proper techniques, pitfalls, and tricks of the trade―so you can refine and hone your skills and expand your surgical repertoire. In one concise, accessible volume, you’ll find the information you need to get the best results when performing PDT for cutaneous infections and other skin disorders, skin cancers and precancerous lesions, and skin rejuvenation, especially in aging and sun-damaged skin.

  • Resilient, Sustainable and Smart Ballasted Railway Track

    • 1st Edition
    • Yunlong Guo + 1 more
    • English
    Resilient, Sustainable and Smart Ballasted Railway Track explores the optimization of railway ballast tracks to achieve resilience, sustainability, and intelligence in railway infrastructure. It summarizes and examines new technologies and developments that address unresolved rapid defects in track components, such as rail damage, track stability, ballast flight, and ballast fouling. This book discusses the application of innovative materials derived from waste and recycled railway components, including derived aggregates, recycled ballast, Neoballast, and polyurethane (often referred to as ballast glue). This book examines state-of-the-art structural health monitoring techniques, such as smart sleepers, interferometric synthetic aperture radar, ground-penetrating radar, and inspection robots.

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