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  • Dynamics of Marine Structures

    • 1st Edition
    • Yingguang Wang
    • English
    Dynamics of Marine Structures begins by outlining foundational concepts of stochastic wave theory to facilitate cardinal understanding of nonlinear dynamical systems in the marine environment that respond to complex interactions with a wide range of factors. The book then illustrates, in detail, up-to-date statistical methods and hydro-elastic numerical modeling techniques to accurately predict extreme responses and operating limits of marine structures. Next, users will find comprehensive practical guidance on how to undertake marine structural design work for a variety of structures, including ships, sea walls, vertical breakwaters, harbors, and offshore energy facilities.Finally, the volume also reviews existing literature and summarizes the latest applied research investigations for students, researchers, and professional engineers alike, thus paving the way for further advancements in next-generation marine construction in support of global sustainable development targets.
  • Advances in Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Volume 6

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 6-1
    • Deepak Prabhakar
    • English
    Advances in Psychiatry and Behavioral Health reviews the year’s most important findings and updates within the field in order to provide psychiatrists and primary care physicians with the current clinical information they need to improve patient outcomes. A distinguished editorial board, led by Dr. Deepak Prabhakar, identifies key areas of major progress and controversy and invites preeminent specialists to contribute original articles devoted to these topics. These insightful overviews in psychiatry and behavioral health inform and enhance clinical practice by bringing concepts to a clinical level and exploring their everyday impact on patient care.
  • GenAI in Higher Education

    Ethical Frontiers, Challenge and Sustainable Pathways
    • 1st Edition
    • Upasana Gitanjali Singh
    • English
    GenAI in Higher Education: Ethical Frontiers, Challenge and Sustainable Pathways fills a critical gap in discussing generative AI’s ethical impact on higher education. With AI adoption accelerating, the book provides a resource that offers clear, actionable guidance on implementing AI responsibly, focusing on academic integrity, fairness, and governance. It helps to ensure that AI is a tool for inclusive, transparent, and sustainable learning.
  • Spectrophotometry in Food Analysis

    Fundamentals, Applications and Methods
    • 1st Edition
    • Marco Iammarino
    • English
    Spectrophotometry in Food Analysis: Fundamentals, Applications and Methods is an indispensable resource for anyone involved in food analysis. This comprehensive book offers a detailed exploration of analytical techniques and methodologies pivotal to the food industry. Combining a solid overview of fundamental principles with practical case studies, it guides readers through the intricacies of spectroscopic and spectrophotometric analysis. From instrumentation to laboratory techniques, this book covers all essential aspects, making it a must-read for students, researchers, and professionals aiming to enhance their understanding and application of these techniques.The book is systematically divided into nine sections, beginning with a broad overview of spectrophotometry. It progresses to practical applications in food quality, safety, traceability, and characterization, with specific sections dedicated to Raman, Near-Infrared, and FTIR spectroscopy. Each section is enriched with real-world examples, method validations, and troubleshooting tips, ensuring readers gain a robust understanding of the subject. This book is particularly valuable for chemists, food technologists, and laboratory technicians, but also serves as a useful guide for newcomers and interdisciplinary researchers interested in food analysis.
  • Advances in Pediatrics, 2026

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 73-1
    • Jane Carver + 4 more
    • English
    Advances in Pediatrics reviews the year’s most important findings and updates within the field in order to provide pediatricians and primary care providers with the current clinical information they need to improve patient outcomes. A distinguished editorial board, led by Dr. Carol Berkowitz, identifies key areas of major progress and controversy and invites preeminent specialists to contribute original articles devoted to these topics. These insightful overviews in pediatrics inform and enhance clinical practice by bringing concepts to a clinical level and exploring their everyday impact on patient care.
  • Advances in Cholestatic Liver Disease, An Issue of Clinics in Liver Disease

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 30-3
    • Gidgeon Hirschfield + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Clinics in Liver Disease, guest editors Drs. Gidgeon Hirschfield and Aliya Gulamhusein bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Advances in Cholestatic Liver Disease. Top experts discuss the pathophysiological basis to chronic cholestasis alongside a review of the patient journey from diagnostic approach, differential causes, symptom burden, complications, and end stage liver disease.
  • Liver and Biliary Tract Cancers, An Issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 40-4
    • Thomas E. Clancy
    • English
    In this issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics, guest editor Dr. Thomas E. Clancy brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Liver and Biliary Tract Cancers. From improved systemic therapies including targeted therapies and immunotherapy, to improved local therapy including ablative technology and minimally invasive surgery, treatment options for liver and biliary tract cancers continue to evolve. This issue provides a comprehensive review of liver and biliary malignancies, including diagnosis and pathologic characterization, systemic and local therapies, and palliative treatment.
  • Smart Cities: A System-of-Systems Perspective

    Engineering, Analytics, and Innovations for Sustainable Urban Development
    • 1st Edition
    • Iman Rahimi + 3 more
    • English
    Smart Cities: A System-of-Systems Perspective explores System-of-Systems Engineering (SoSE) in smart cities. Sections address how analytics and innovative technologies can transform urban environments, equipping readers with the knowledge to optimize city operations, enhance public services, and promote sustainable urban growth. The book begins with the foundational concepts of SoSE and key principles of smart cities, exploring emergent behavior and interoperability. It then examines the integration of SoSE within urban infrastructure, highlighting the roles of IoT, AI, and machine learning. Subsequent sections focus on core technologies and analytical tools, including data analytics, predictive modeling, and decision support systems.Readers will also discover innovative solutions to pressing urban challenges, such as sustainability, cybersecurity, and governance, alongside detailed case studies showcasing successful smart city initiatives from around the globe. This book is invaluable for academics and researchers in urban studies, engineering, analytics, IoT, and AI, as well as data scientists and analytics professionals working with urban datasets. Graduate and postgraduate students in engineering, analytics, computer science, or urban studies will also find it a crucial resource.
  • Nanoclays in Medical Therapy

    Advances in Nanocomposites for Biomedical Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Meththika Vithanage + 2 more
    • English
    Nanoclays in Medical Therapy: Advances in Nanocomposites for Biomedical Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the structure, properties, and preparation methods of nanoclays, as well as the latest advancements in their application in medical therapy. The book is organized into five sections, each thoroughly reviewing the application of nanoclays in emerging fields such as drug delivery and regenerative medicine, antimicrobial and combination therapies, medical imaging and diagnostics, and clinical transformation and manufacturing. Within these sections, the book provides an in-depth analysis of biocompatibility and safety assessment, optimization of drug delivery systems, combination therapies, regenerative medicine, antibacterial properties, clinical translation, and more.This is an essential resource for researchers, scientists, and professionals in the field who want to learn more about biocompatibility, safety, regulatory approval, and commercialization of nanoclays.
  • Pharmacology and Physiology for Anesthesia

    • 3rd Edition
    • Hugh C. Hemmings + 1 more
    • English
    An ideal resource for study, review, and successful anesthesiology practice, Pharmacology and Physiology for Anesthesia, 3rd Edition, provides the foundational information in pharmacology, physiology, and molecular-cellular biology to staycurrent with contemporary practice. This fully updated edition is invaluable for anesthetists and intensivists in perioperative patient management, offering a one-stop, detailed overview of the physiological and pharmacological principles underlying anesthesia—including clinical applications—helping you make informed decisions on anesthetic drug selection and administration, physiological management, and treatment of common disease in the perioperative period.