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Books in Computer science

The Computing collection presents a range of foundational and applied content across computer and data science, including fields such as Artificial Intelligence; Computational Modelling; Computer Networks, Computer Organization & Architecture, Computer Vision & Pattern Recognition, Data Management; Embedded Systems & Computer Engineering; HCI/User Interface Design; Information Security; Machine Learning; Network Security; Software Engineering.

  • AI-Driven Cybersecurity for Intelligent Healthcare Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Balamurugan Balusamy + 3 more
    • English
    AI-Driven Cybersecurity for Intelligent Healthcare Systems explores the intersection between AI, cybersecurity, and healthcare. The book offers detailed insights into the unique cybersecurity challenges faced by the healthcare sector and the role of AI in addressing these challenges. It presents case studies and real-world applications to illustrate the effectiveness of these solutions and highlights the significance of data privacy in healthcare and methods to ensure secure data sharing and storage. Topics such as federated learning, homomorphic encryption, and blockchain technology are covered to demonstrate how AI can enhance data security without compromising patient privacy. This book will be an essential resource for anyone involved in the healthcare industry, offering practical solutions and fostering a more in-depth understanding of how AI can revolutionize cybersecurity in healthcare.
  • Deep Learning Approaches for Healthcare Data Analysis and Decision Making

    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Ashish Bagwari + 5 more
    • English
    Deep Learning Approaches for Healthcare Data Analysis and Decision Making demystifies complex data-driven technologies, providing a clear framework for integrating advanced analytics into healthcare practices. With a focus on practical applications, the authors present a comprehensive digital transformation methodology that empowers readers to tackle the multifaceted challenges of healthcare data management. By leveraging deep learning techniques, readers will learn to analyze vast datasets, identify critical patterns, and develop predictive models that enhance diagnosis and treatment strategies while ensuring compliance with stringent data regulations. The book also addresses the pressing need for ethical AI practices, emphasizing patient privacy and data security. Real-world case studies illustrate how to implement personalized healthcare solutions and foster interdisciplinary collaboration, breaking down silos in knowledge and practice. Moreover, it explores innovative business models for sustainable AI integration, offering actionable insights for healthcare providers. This resource equips professionals with the tools to drive innovation, improve patient outcomes, and navigate the complexities of digital transformation in healthcare, making it a must-read for anyone at the intersection of technology and healthcare.
  • High-Performance Computing

    Applications and Frontiers
    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Oscar Diez
    • English
    High-Performance Computing: Applications and Frontiers serves as an essential, up-to-date guide for those seeking to master the rapidly evolving field of HPC. Building on foundational concepts, this volume delves into specialized tools and emerging technologies shaping modern research and industry, such as parallel and distributed systems, GPU programming, quantum computing, and cloud-based solutions. Designed for advanced students, researchers, and professionals, it prepares readers to tackle real-world challenges by combining theoretical insights with practical expertise, offering a clear roadmap for navigating both established and cutting-edge HPC landscapes.The book further distinguishes itself by exploring domain-specific applications, machine learning, and the future trajectory of high-performance computing. Key topics include containerization, AI-powered HPC, hybrid and multi-cloud strategies, as well as recent advancements in GPU and quantum technologies. With its blend of theory and hands-on examples, this book is a versatile reference that meets the growing demand for a comprehensive resource in today's data-driven world.
  • Intelligent IoT-based Diagnostic and Assistive Systems for Neurological Disorders

    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Hanif Heidari + 1 more
    • English
    Intelligent IoT-based Diagnostic and Assistive Systems for Neurological Disorders discusses the latest developed methods in IoT and its applications in neurological disorders that emphasize end-user requirements. Intelligent IoT is used to explore the intersection between medicine, data science, biomedical engineering, and healthcare systems. A comprehensive overview of modelling and analyzing the requirements of people with neurological disorders is presented in this book. Signals and images of biological activity are collected and analyzed based on patient specifications to facilitate more accurate diagnosis and treatment. The book also discusses cutting-edge AI methods for IoT devices designed to treat neurological conditions.
  • Designing Technology for an Aging Population

    Towards Universal Design
    • 2nd Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Jeff Johnson + 1 more
    • English
    Designing User Interfaces for an Aging Population: Towards Universal Design, Second Edition explores the unique needs of older adults in today’s digital landscape. The authors examine this demographic’s wide-ranging sensory, cognitive, physical, and emotional characteristics, connecting each to the challenges and opportunities older users face with technology. Backed by hundreds of global research studies, the book provides actionable design guidelines to enhance satisfaction and usability for seniors. Updated to reflect the latest advances in AI, robotics, and speech recognition, it offers fresh examples and case studies to keep designers informed about emerging trends.Beyond demographics and design principles, the book highlights common pitfalls in technology that can reduce accessibility for older adults. It discusses strategies for involving seniors directly in research and design, ensuring their voices shape digital innovation. The authors emphasize that older users remain underserved and often overlooked in technology studies, urging designers to broaden their approach. By addressing these gaps, the book helps professionals create more inclusive interfaces that better serve a rapidly growing segment of the technology-using population.
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Safety-Critical Systems

    A Comprehensive Guide
    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Rajiv Pandey + 3 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Safety-Critical Systems: A Comprehensive Guide provides engineers and system designers who are exploring the application of AI/ML methods for safety-critical systems with a dedicated resource on the challenges and mitigation strategies involved in their design. The book's authors present ML techniques in safety-critical systems across multiple domains, including pattern recognition, image processing, edge computing, Internet of Things (IoT), encryption, hardware accelerators, and many others. These applications help readers understand the many challenges that need to be addressed in order to increase the deployment of ML models in critical systems. In addition, the book shows how to improve public trust in ML systems by providing explainable model outputs rather than treating the system as a black box for which the outputs are difficult to explain. Finally, the authors demonstrate how to meet legal certification and regulatory requirements for the appropriate ML models. In essence, the goal of this book is to help ensure that AI-based critical systems better utilize resources, avoid failures, and increase system safety and public safety.
  • Quantum Communication and Cryptography

    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Walter O. Krawec
    • English
    Quantum Communication and Cryptography introduces readers to the theory of quantum cryptography, with a focus will on quantum key distribution (QKD) and more advanced quantum cryptographic protocols beyond QKD. It contains a brief introduction to the field of modern cryptography that is needed to fully appreciate and understand how quantum cryptographic systems are proven secure, and how they can be safely used in combination with current day classical systems. Readers are then introduced to quantum key distribution (QKD) - perhaps the most celebrated, and currently the most practical, of quantum cryptographic techniques.Basic protocols are described, and security proofs are given, providing readers with the knowledge needed to understand how QKD protocols are proven secure using modern, state- of-the-art definitions of security. Following this, more advanced QKD protocols are discussed, along with alternative quantum and classical methods to improve QKD performance. Finally, alternative quantum cryptographic protocols are covered, along with a discussion on some of the practical considerations of quantum secure communication technology. Throughout, protocols are described in a clear and consistent manner that still provides comprehensive, theoretical proofs and methods.
  • Encyclopedia of Multi-Attribute Decision Making (MADM)

    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Gholamreza Haseli + 2 more
    • English
    Encyclopedia of Multi-Attribute Decision Making (MADM) presents current methods in MADM in a simple way, including Sections on Weighting Methods, Extensions for the MADM Methods, Ranking Methods, and Outranking Methods. Each method chapter presents two numerical examples for each method, one simple example with less than six criteria and six alternatives, and one complex example with six or more criteria and six or more alternatives. In addition, most chapters are written by the original developers of the method, ensuring insight into and practical application of MADM. The book is also filled with over 200 full-color figures that illustrate methods and applications.The book, in one volume, demystifies the complex world of MADM, blending theoretical concepts with hands-on practices and case studies. It bridges the gap between theory and practical implementation, providing clear and practical understanding of the key principles and techniques essential for harnessing the power of MADM.
  • Grey Wolf Optimizer

    A Pack of Solutions for Your Optimization Problems
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Seyedali Mirjalili
    • English
    Grey Wolf Optimizer: A Pack of Solutions for Your Optimization Problems offers in-depth coverage of recent theoretical advancements in GWO, as well as several variants, improvements, and hybrid approaches developed to enhance the GWO's performance and adaptability. The use of generative AI to improve this algorithm and make it more generic is also explored, along with diverse applications across multiple fields to illustrate the practical utility and versatility of the methods presented. The book offers a deep dive into the algorithm's foundations and presents new developments to help researchers overcome common challenges.It features numerous case studies and real-world examples across various fields, such as engineering, healthcare, finance, and environmental management. These applications demonstrate the versatility and effectiveness of the GWO in addressing complex, interdisciplinary challenges, making the content highly relevant and practical for readers. Written by some of the world’s most highly cited researchers in the field of artificial intelligence, algorithms, and machine learning, the book serves as an essential resource for researchers and practitioners interested in applying and developing the Grey Wolf Optimizer.
  • AI-Powered Developments in Medical Robotics

    Data-Driven Techniques for Enhanced Surgical Efficiency
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Thomas Heinrich Musiolik + 3 more
    • English
    AI-Powered Developments in Medical Robotics: Data-Driven Techniques for Enhanced Surgical Efficiency offers a comprehensive exploration of AI-driven innovations, robotics, and data-driven techniques specifically tailored for medical applications. This book strikes a balance by addressing foundational principles, emerging technologies, and their practical implementation in real-world scenarios. It enhances its value through the inclusion of real-world case studies and interdisciplinary perspectives, making it relevant for professionals, researchers, and students alike. The book explores future developments, such as augmented and virtual reality in medical robotics, positioning itself as a forward-thinking resource. By addressing current gaps in the field, including regulatory challenges, training needs, and cost-effectiveness, it ensures a well-rounded approach that appeals to both advanced and emerging markets. This multifaceted perspective enriches the reader's understanding and equips them with actionable insights for navigating the complexities of AI-driven healthcare robotics. The book serves as a definitive reference for a global audience seeking innovation and practical solutions in the rapidly evolving landscape of medical technology, bridging the gap between theory and practice in a critical area of healthcare advancement.