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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 66 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Migration has been one of the contested topics among scholars and politicians throughout the world. Similarly, the experiences of refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants have been different as they are influenced by race, gender, class, and geographical location. This book explores the experiences of international migrants, including the challenges they face from nation-states, environmental issues, and sociocultural factors. It consists of chapters that discuss the causes and effects of migration, the role of nation-states, and the environment. Moreover, the book covers gender and family relations and the relationship of refugees and migrants with the host population and the socio-cultural and economic integration of migrants. Overall, the book argues that international migrants, particularly refugees and asylum seekers, are among the most vulnerable groups in the world. However, they use various strategies to overcome their vulnerability and become resilient in the face of adversity. Hence, the book contributes to increasing people¿s awareness of migration and the experiences of refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants. It can also be a significant source for initiating further debate and academic discussion on issues of migration and forced displacement, vulnerability, and resilience.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 216 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Topology plays a fundamental role in many branches of mathematics and science. In recent years, there has been a resurgence of interest in physics, particularly in condensed matter physics. This book provides an accessible yet rigorous overview of current research in topology, making it an invaluable resource for mathematicians, physicists, and researchers in related fields.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 110 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -The current conceptual knowledge of rhinology has evolved over the last decades. The approach to many sinonasal disorders has changed based on our new understanding of their pathogeneses. Rhinological diseases are common and cover a wide spectrum of disorders that usually share similar clinical presentations; thus, a fundamental scientific comprehension is required to properly choose the correct medical or surgical management. This book discusses an updated review of contemporary disorders in the sinonasal region.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 186 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -The mission of the International Society for Applied Biological Sciences (ISABS) is to advance biological sciences and the applications of related techniques and technologies by promoting, improving, and expanding research, technological development, and educational activities in applied biological sciences and related areas as well as exchanging the cutting-edge scientific contents between the scientists. In alignment with this goal, this book, supported by ISABS, features extremely interesting five chapters on forensic genetics and molecular anthropology. Chapters address such topics as the genetic structure of the Croatian population, challenges faced in aquatic investigations, the critical role of DNA databases in enhancing the effectiveness of forensic DNA technology, the instruments and methods currently used in the forensic examination of handwriting and documents, and the Innocence Projects and the broader Innocence Movement in the United States and Europe.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 126 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -There are at least 14,350 freshwater fish species in the world living in lakes and rivers with a salinity level of less than 1.05%. In 2021, it was estimated that one-third of the global freshwater fish species are at risk of extinction. Therefore, conservation issues are crucial as is the decision whether to allow alien species to improve the production or instead concentrate on the well-being of the native species. At the same time, it is necessary to remember that as food, fish are an important human resource. In this book, we have chapters presenting the fish species from Africa, Europe, and North and South America. Therefore we have cold water, cool water, and warm water species. Stock assessments are critical in developing management plans for specific lakes and regions. Citizen sciences apps are a necessary tool for helping fisheries management biologists and researchers.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 126 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Never before in human history has the opportunity to create a better future look more real or promising. The information-technology revolution that started in the mid-twentieth century with the introduction of the transistor, and then the integrated circuit, has gradually transformed into the Internet revolution, then the blockchain revolution, and now is transforming again into the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution. Why is now such a pivotal time, with so much optimism for a better future The answer is complex and multifaceted. Perhaps most importantly, the introduction of low-cost, AI-enabled technological advances creates an ideal environment for the rapid attainment of global equity across multiple sectors of society and economy. Healthcare in general and medicine in particular stand to benefit tremendously from this new, previously unavailable capacity¿a result of the synergistic effects of modern, cutting-edge technologies working together. For example, greater access to decentralized, locally based, AI-aided/facilitated medical education may help fulfill the dreams of individuals who previously were not able to become physicians. In another example, increasing the use of point-of-care AI/ML in the clinical setting promises to bring true precision medicine to populations that previously did not have adequate access to healthcare in general. The level of positive disruption possible with optimized, ethical, and thoughtful implementation of AI in healthcare may produce constructive ripple effects not dissimilar to the introduction of cellular telephony into areas of the world without prior telephone access. This book discusses both current trends and future developments in AI/ML across healthcare, with a focus on the transformational impact of this emerging technological domain on enhancing the access, accuracy, education, equity, quality, safety, and value of modern care delivery.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 222 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -This book compiles recent studies by researchers in polypropylene materials, offering information in a format that is easily accessible to a wide audience. It discusses the thermoplastic elastomer features of polypropylene, which play an important role in industrial processes, as well as its usability as an electrostatic discharge (ESD) material. The book also explores the potential of polypropylene materials for use in electroplated plates. In addition, it presents research on the electrical properties of polypropylene materials enhanced with various additives, examining the effects of these additives on the production of polypropylene-based composite materials. By addressing these topics, the book aims to serve as a guide for researchers and contribute to advancements in industrial applications.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 108 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Diet and physical activity are important components of a healthy lifestyle that influence the parameters that determine metabolic syndrome. Treatments of metabolic syndrome elucidate the biology or pharmacology of metabolic disorders. The pathophysiology underlying obesity and METS involves genetic predisposition, dietary habits, lifestyle choices, and environmental exposures. New knowledge of the risk of METS to CVD will allow individuals within the society to make an informed lifestyle choice given the dynamics of cardiovascular diseases masked by indigenous knowledge systems in other sectors of the society. When a mother is obese and consumes a high-fat diet, her offspring may experience hyperphagia and become more susceptible to fat deposition. It is anticipated that the findings will not only enhance the understanding of metabolic health but also pave the way for tailored approaches to bridge the gap between dietary choices and optimal gut microbial balance in the context of prediabetes.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 176 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Shrublands are habitats of high interest for the knowledge of climax states. In an increasingly anthropized planet where forests are scarce, it is necessary to know the dynamics of vegetation for successful forest management. Anthropogenic action and climate change are affecting forest ecosystems, so it is necessary to promote conservation through knowledge of them. The book considers different approaches to the study of vegetation. Chapters on the various dynamic stages of vegetation are included. The research deals with the dynamic aspects of ecological and phytosociological treatment of plant communities. The book includes chapters on altitudinal vegetation, as well as hemicryptophytic communities, grasslands in general, and shrublands, with methodological aspects of their study.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 122 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -How do correctional facilities balance punitive and rehabilitative approaches What do current policies that shape today¿s correctional system support, and what changes are these facilities incorporating into their practices to meet the modern social complexities Correctional Facilities - Policies, Practices, and Challenges explores those critical questions. This comprehensive volume covers the ever-changing landscape of correctional institutions across the world, providing an extended analysis of the range of policies that shape their functioning, practices carried out inside, and a host of challenges such as overcrowding, inmate rights, mental health, and staff well-being. The book critically analyzes the successes and shortcomings of the present correctional models through empirical research and case studies. This book will become a vital addition to the library of any criminal justice professional, policymaker, scholar, or student interested in learning from operational realities facing correctional facilities nationwide. It consequently constitutes a seminal source for a deepened understanding of the complex functions that such facilities serve in society and initiates important discussions of what the future of incarceration, rehabilitation, and reform might look like.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 244 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 278 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Migration has been one of the contested topics among scholars and politicians throughout the world. Similarly, the experiences of refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants have been different as they are influenced by race, gender, class, and geographical location. This book explores the experiences of international migrants, including the challenges they face from nation-states, environmental issues, and sociocultural factors. It consists of chapters that discuss the causes and effects of migration, the role of nation-states, and the environment. Moreover, the book covers gender and family relations and the relationship of refugees and migrants with the host population and the socio-cultural and economic integration of migrants. Overall, the book argues that international migrants, particularly refugees and asylum seekers, are among the most vulnerable groups in the world. However, they use various strategies to overcome their vulnerability and become resilient in the face of adversity. Hence, the book contributes to increasing people¿s awareness of migration and the experiences of refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants. It can also be a significant source for initiating further debate and academic discussion on issues of migration and forced displacement, vulnerability, and resilience.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 194 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -This Edited Volume Rural Areas - Development and Transformations is a collection of reviewed and relevant research chapters, offering a comprehensive overview of recent developments in the field of Geography. The book comprises single chapters authored by various researchers and edited by an expert active in this research area. All chapters are complete in themselves but united under a common research study topic. This publication aims at providing a thorough overview of the latest research efforts by international authors in this field of study, and open new possible research paths for further novel developments.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 184 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Recent Updates in Intensive Care Medicine consists of six chapters, each addressing key topics in the daily practice of critical care. It covers the management of aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage and peripartum hemorrhage, as well as the role of intensivists in managing patients through outreach team coverage beyond the intensive care unit. Written by experts in their respective fields, this book is designed to support critical care physicians, surgeons, general practitioners, and paramedical and technical staff in critical, intensive, and acute care settings.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 120 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -The regulation of the transcription factor NRF2 opens a therapeutic window for a host of chronic degenerative diseases, such as diabetes and its complications, cancer, obesity, neurodegenerative diseases, kidney diseases, immunological diseases, and so on. The ability to regulate cytoprotective functions such as antioxidant defenses or pro-apoptotic or anti-apoptotic functions is of utmost importance. Currently, there are therapeutic agents to activate or inhibit NRF2; research should focus on understanding how NRF2 makes ¿the decision¿ to perform one function or another.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 124 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -This book is a collection of chapters that deal with the function of macrophages and their role in various pathologies such as cancer, inflammatory, and infectious diseases. With a focus on differentiated macrophages by illustrating the different models used in research, this book presents the molecular mechanisms that regulate the various functions of macrophages. From basic research to clinical investigation, the chapters of this book illustrate the role of macrophages in pathologies.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 192 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -This book provides up-to-date, comprehensive insights into recent innovations and advancements in enabling technologies for the energy transition, with a particular emphasis on solar photovoltaic applications. It also covers essential, modern, and contemporary knowledge of digitalization and innovation in the energy transition.Key topics include:¿Fundamental principles of electrification, decentralization, and flexibility concepts in energy transition¿AI techniques and innovative approaches for solar radiation forecasting and solar photovoltaic energy optimization¿Recent advances in solar photovoltaic technologies and applications, including solar energy system integration, solar photovoltaic plants, and integrated photovoltaicsThis book serves as a valuable reference for undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as for both emerging and seasoned researchers, designers, and industrial engineers in the solar energy sector.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 186 pp. Englisch.

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Depending on its cause, duration, and age of the population studied, mortality from status epilepticus (SE) is significantly increased, with case fatality rates ranging from 4.6% to 39%. These data are alarming! In addition to the prognosis of SE, this book highlights recent advances in the definition, EEG characteristics, and management of SE in adults and children. It is easy to read and contains the essential elements that the emergency physician needs to recognize SE, particularly in its subtle presentation of nonconvulsive status epilepticus (NCSE) as succinctly described in one of the chapters.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 148 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -This book presents the latest advancements in the study of phonons and acoustic metamaterials. Chapters address such topics as modeling theories aimed at characterizing coupled modes and dispersion curves, acoustic radiation, nonlinear phenomena, thermodynamics, antiferromagnets, acoustic black holes, and track structures. The book compiles significant contributions from esteemed international researchers, offering an excellent survey of new perspectives on phonons.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 118 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Cell communication and signaling are essential functions for life. The topic encompasses all basic and translational aspects of cellular communication and signaling pathways in normal and pathological conditions. Many diseases are the result of dysfunction in cell communication and signaling. This book presents contributions ranging from studies of sensory transduction, membrane receptors, ion channels, protein modification, cell transformation, receptor internalization, and trafficking to disease-oriented studies focusing on neurodegenerative diseases or cancer. As such, the book will provide a gateway for newly interested investigators and serve as a resource for seasoned researchers of cell biological phenomena in health and disease. Targeted at students and researchers in biological, medical, and chemical disciplines, this book will provide an overview of the work that is being done on this cell biology topic. The book highlights any gaps and areas that would benefit from further exploration pertaining to both intracellular and intercellular cell communication and signaling. In addition, the book will contribute to the training of current and future cell biologists.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 200 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -This book is a collection of chapters that advance the understanding of depression and suicidal behavior, offering applications relevant to various contexts, a necessity that has grown more urgent in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. It contributes to the ongoing generation of knowledge through research and provides valuable information to enhance education and socioemotional management across educational and professional settings.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 162 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 120 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -This book offers a compelling exploration of how social media platforms are reshaping contemporary life, and driving economic, political, and cultural transformations. It brings together theoretical insights and empirical studies to examine the multifaceted impact of social media on communication, behavior, policy, and societal norms. The various chapters address critical issues such as digital marketing, social responsibility, and the role of influencers, emphasizing how businesses and individuals are navigating the evolving digital landscape. The book delves into pressing concerns, including the psychological effects of social media on youth, the spread of misinformation, and the challenges of digital addiction. It highlights the dual nature of social platforms as both enablers of civic engagement and sources of division, presenting case studies on topics such as political discourse, community activism, and local democracy.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 308 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 354 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Nonlinear system analysis is of interest to engineers, sociologists, physicists, mathematicians, and many other scientists since most systems are inherently nonlinear in nature. In mathematics, a nonlinear system does not satisfy the superposition principle such as in a linear system. Therefore, the theories underlining nonlinear analysis and their applications need to be developed on their own merit. The first section of this book is a collection of examples reporting recent advances in both theory and applications of nonlinear system analysis. The contents of each chapter will provide in-depth foresight to interested readers. As numerical linearization to a set of matrix equations is still the principal method used to solve a nonlinear system, matrix analysis is the topic of the second section of this book. The matrices have invaded practically all areas of mathematics, the experimental and social sciences, engineering, and technology. This volume updates purely mathematical theoretical aspects, and it also presents concrete examples of the wide range of applications of matrix theory in other disciplines.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 308 pp. Englisch.