A groundbreaking, evolutionary science-based exploration of the history of leadership that explains how and why some men and women evolve into good or great leaders, and some do not. We are all leaders or followers — or both. We can recognise leadership in almost every area of life: in the workplace, among friends, within families, in politics and religion. But what makes a good or bad leader, and what makes an outstanding one? Selected examines how and why leadership has evolved over tens of thousands of years, and presents a bold and compelling new "mismatch hypothesis": the slowness of evolution means that there is a mismatch between modern leadership and the kind of leadership that our Stone Age brains are still wired for. This makes for all sorts of tendencies, problems and solutions that no author has yet discussed but that affect all aspects of our lives. Full of fascinating examples drawn from a diverse range of spheres, from politics and commerce to sport and culture, Selected explains why taller political candidates usually win, why women chief executives attract such hostility, why we like it when the boss asks after our children and what prime ministers and presidents can do to improve their chances of electoral success. This is the first book of its kind — reaching into business, psychology, politics and current affairs — to explore how leadership affects us all. It also offers the first truly scientific theory of leadership: where previous books have provided anecdote, it details empirical evidence. Selected provides deep insight into our personal and professional lives at a time when the world urgently needs to acknowledge great leadership.
This book provides information about different types and stages of cancer and their subtypes with their respective molecular mechanisms, etiology, histopathology, and cellular origins. This book also provides detailed information about cancer incidence, mortality, and different types of technologies both bio and nano employed in cancer diagnosis and screening, and their applications in cancer therapies. This book informs readers about molecular mechanisms of cancer, diagnosis, and therapies along with different computational techniques used on a single platform. The chapters include a broad and integrated perspective on cancer-related topics. This book covers both conventional and emerging techniques employed in cancer screening and diagnosis, including imaging, biomarker, and electrochemical nanosensor-based approaches with detailed information on sensor development. Similarly, this book also covers the mechanisms of different conventional and emerging herbal and nano therapies used in cancer treatment. The authors discuss applications of different computational and mathematical tools, such as machine-learning methods, that can be employed in cancer diagnosis and therapy at the level of personalized medicine. Features: Offers an integrated approach to provide information about all aspects of cancer biology, diagnosis, and therapy Focuses on both conventional and emerging tools/techniques applicable in cancer screening and diagnosis Covers the mechanisms of conventional and emerging anticancer drugs and therapies Provides insights about a personalized medicine-based approach in cancer diagnosis and therapy This book is essential for university students, course lecturers, researchers, and industrialists working in the fields of cancer biology, medicine, and pharmacology.
Instrumentation is central to the study of physiology and genetics in living organisms, especially at the molecular level. Numerous techniques have been developed to address this in various biological disciplines, creating a need to understand the physical principles involved in the operation of research instruments and the parameters required in using them. Introduction to Instrumentation in Life Sciences fills this need by addressing different aspects of tools that hold the keys to cutting-edge research and innovative applications, from basic techniques to advanced instrumentation. The text describes all topics so even beginners can easily understand the theoretical and practical aspects. Comprehensive chapters encompass well-defined methodology that describes the instruments and their corresponding applications in different scientific fields. The book covers optical and electron microscopy; micrometry, especially in microbial taxonomy; pH meters and oxygen electrodes; chromatography for separation and purification of products from complex mixtures; spectroscopic and spectrophotometric techniques to determine structure and function of biomolecules; preparative and analytical centrifugation; electrophoretic techniques; x-ray microanalysis including crystallography; applications of radioactivity, including autoradiography and radioimmunoassays; and fermentation technology and subsequent separation of products of interest. The book is designed to serve a wide range of students and researchers in diversified fields of life sciences: pharmacy, biotechnology, microbiology, biochemistry, and environmental sciences. It introduces different aspects of basic experimental methods and instrumentation. The book is unique in its broad subject coverage, incorporating fundamental techniques as well as applications of modern molecular and proteomic tools that are the basis for state-of-the-art research. The text emphasizes techniques encountered both in practical classes and in high-throughput environments used in modern industry. As a further aid to students, the authors provide well-illustrated diagrams to explain the principles and theories behind the instruments described.
This book highlights application of nanomaterials for drug delivery, therapy, and engineering. It covers stimuli-sensitive drug delivery systems including an overview of the physical, chemical, biological, and multi-stimuli-responsive nanosystems. It also presents analysis of clinical status for different types of nanoplatforms and assesses novel applications of nanomaterials in the areas of smart delivery and drug targeting. It further discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each application of pertinent nanomaterials. Features: Provides academic introduction to the uses of nanotechnology in drug delivery. Discusses use of nanomaterials in targeting a drug to specific tissues and cells. Presents an analysis of clinical status for different types of nanoplatforms. Covers applications in drug delivery, therapy, and engineering. Focuses on how novel nanotechnology-orientated methods can help improve treatment. This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in biomedical and biochemical engineering, pharmaceutical, chemical and bioprocess engineering, materials science, and drug delivery mechanisms.
Communication Skills in English” is a basic book that can provided a foundation for further study in the field of English language, literature, grammar and its usage. It will benefit students who are learning the essentials at the Diploma level and those who wish to review the concepts previously learned. The premise of this book is to understand English language and its practice thus enabling us to use it more effectively. This skill can enhance personal communication, college/university work finally percolating down to professional lives. Therefore, the present book will be useful for advanced level students who face difficulty with grammar and need a book for reference and practice. In writing this book, I have drawn on many years of my expertise in teaching, research, and writing. I Have taught the English language in a range of institutions and to multiple age groups at different levels: at a college of further education, and universities. Therefore, this book in front of you is a systematic account of grammatical forms and the way they are used in standard British English today. The emphasis is on the meanings and how the govern the choice of grammatical patterns. The book is thorough in its coverage but also pays attention to the points that are of importance to the intermediate and advanced learners of English, and to their teachers. It would be equally suitable for quick reference to details and the more leisured study of grammar topics. A useful feature of the book is the inclusion of example text and conversations, many of them authentic, to show how grammar is used in connected writing and speech. Study the rules, review the examples, and look for more examples of good writing in newspapers, magazines, and other available sources on the internet. Complete the exercises to practice what you have learned, but also remember to apply the rules whenever you speak and write. There are writing test exercises too for assessing the reader’s progress. Although every effort has been made to make the book as useful and accurate as possible but if students of teachers have any comments, criticisms, or suggestions I would be very pleased to hear from them. The more you use what’s written in this book, the better you would be able to apply it in real life. In the end, you will be a better and more effective speaker and writer. You’re on your way—good luck! Some salient features of the book: · This book is designed to help the reader’s master the basics of English grammar that they need to succeed in their studies. Best of all, when students understand the underpinnings of English language, learning will be fun – as it should be. This book has multiple purposes. It is primarily designed as a course book for Diploma students, but b it has also been adapted to the needs of the teachers who are interested in exploring a new approach to grammar, communication skills, and English literature, or of any person keen to catch up with a subject so wretchedly neglected by our education system. That is why a part of this book is devoted to the correction of preconceptions. · This book has been arranged into five units for a total of five chapters. · Each chapter ends with a series of review exercises. These help you reinforce what you have learned during the courses of a particular chapter. The exercise include tests like MCQs or multiple-choice questions, true-false, and completion of sentences. · By the end of this book, you’ll be using the English language with enhanced confidence and skill. You’ll be able to handle Technical Communication with aplomb thus enabling you to climb up the Professional ladder. Remember that mastering the rules of grammar, usage, punctuation, and spelling is well within your abilities. · I wish you very success in your pursuit of English proficiency
If you are a Java developer with experience in developing applications with Spring, then this book is perfect for you. A good working knowledge of Spring programming conventions and applying dependency injections is recommended to make the most of this book.
Discover the Ballerina programming language for next-generation microservices and cloud-native application development. This book shows you that Ballerina is a cutting-edge programming language which incorporates many of the latest technological advancements in programming language theory. You'll learn variables and types, modules and functions, flow control, error handling, concurrency, I/O, cloud/network programming, persistence and data access, security and more. Additionally, Beginning Ballerina Programming introduces many foundation computer science topics along the way and doesn’t assume much prior knowledge. For example, when introducing transport-level security, you will get a brief introduction to public-key cryptography, how it is different from private-key cryptography, and why it is needed. This provides an added bonus for you to learn something new and general in computer science. After reading and using this book, you'll be proficient with Ballerina and cloud-first programming and be able to apply these concepts and techniques to your next cloud application developments. What You'll Learn · Start programming with Ballerina · Gain the basics of network communication and programming · Obtain a solid understanding of services/API development · Effective use of concurrency in programming · Learn the basics of information security and its applications · Persistent data storage and access Who This Book Is For Absolute beginners in computer programming: No prior experience with computer programming is expected. This can also be a reference book for experienced developers in other languages, who want to learn a modern programming language.
Manjul finds a calf has been killed and people are saying that there is a leopard on the loose. While walking through the forest Manjul is cornered by the leopard. However, a mysterious man, Carpet Sahib, rescues her in the nick of time. In the aftermath of the incident, Manjul fears for the leopard. Rohan arrives in Nainital for his summer holidays and the two of them discover that the cutting down of trees in the forest is driving the leopard into conflict with the villagers. Someone poisons the leopards kill and leaves it lying around, knowing that the big cat will eat it. The leopard does. The result is that Carpet Sahib and the two children have to come to the rescue of the big cat with rather amazing results! This is the second book in the Jim Corbett series.
Master Math applies the Singapore Math teaching method. With a simple and engaging format, guidance for parents and teachers, this is a valuable resource for learning properties, shapes, position and direction.
“A remarkable book about a remarkable personality unique in India’s post-independence economic history. Madan’s journey in building an Indian MNC straddles 20th century conservatism and 21st century globalisation, and is a must read for entrepreneurs of all hues.” PD Rai, Former Lok Sabha MP, Sikkim “Madan’s story would help millions of entrepreneurs across the world. The book will motivate the reader to develop the ability to take risks cautiously and will satiate his thirst for constant learning. This thought-provoking book will be a very useful resource for students and libraries globally.” Dr Sharad Sarin, Former Senior Professor XLRI, Jamshedpur “An inspiring story of an industrious yet compassionate leader whose strategic intuition, drive to succeed and unorthodox ideas have withstood the test of time. Peppered with insightful experiences, personal anecdotes and a never-say-die attitude, this book is a breezy read that all budding entrepreneurs can resonate with.” Rajiv Memani, Chairman, Emerging Markets Committee “This is a fascinating book about a honourable man who prioritizes integrity and regard for others over self-preservation, and not so as to seek recognition but as a matter of an inner stance of self-regard. Here finally is a book about a capitalism of regard for others before oneself.” Errol D’Souza, Director IIM, Ahmedabad “This book is a great guide to business leaders, especially those, who have the passion to build from scratch. Through many examples and incidences, it elaborates Madan’s commitment to society and employees. His willingness to learn from mentors like Dr Antia and others and implement those learnings underscores his humility.” Hemant Nerurkar, Former MD, Tata Steel “The biography explores the strategic and tactical business decisions made in the crucible of the most challenging situations: setting up a collaboration with a world leader in the pre-liberalisation era, establishing a marketing organisation worldwide, making international acquisitions, and successfully handling seemingly unworkable international investments. The ethics, values, mission and vision of Madan are clearly discernible.” Dr Abhinandan Jain, Former Professor, IIM Ahmedabad “I Did What I Had To Do by Ms Anjana Dutt is a comprehensive biography of Mr Madan Mohanka. It is a valuable book that will benefit both marketeers and entrepreneurs who wish to make their mark in the world of business.” Pavan Goenka, Former MD, Mahindra & Mahindra
Set in contemporary Communist-ruled West Bengal, Black Tongue explores the story of a young servant girl and her employer whom destiny brings together in an intricate dance of love and hate. Street-smart and sassy, 16-year-old Maya has aspirations beyond her means. Then, she disappears. Amrita, Maya's employer and a social worker, is charged with her death. The ubiquitous Party also begins to investigate the murder, a murder that turns out to be not quite what it seems. Maya believes that her black tongue has wrecked Amrita's beautiful world. Hate simmers in her. Amrita, in a bid to save herself, turns to ex-lover Paresh, the minister's right-hand man. Maya's brother, Naren, a cadre worker, sees an opportunity to make a fast buck in her disappearance. Is this part of a sinister, bigger plan? Or are they shielding somebody? Through the novel, Anjana Basu, explores the contradictions that connect middle-class Kolkata and its urban slums with rural West Bengal. As the events unfold, the story looks askance at a strange, but recurrent socio-political phenomenon typical of West Bengal: pre-modern superstition existing in the interstices of an enlightened political apparatus.
These are 5 short stories about couples who are caught up in different situations, how they fall in love, and how their lives take a turn for the better. There is a belief in each of these stories which is, if you have a loving partner, then life’s challenges and obstacles can be overcome with optimism and love.
Neuropsychological Consequences of COVID-19 focuses on Anjana’s journey as a COVID survivor following a brain injury that left her with a very rare neuropsychological syndrome called Balint’s syndrome, a disorder associated with difficulties in visual and spatial coordination. It is also the first book of its kind to provide a first-hand account from India on surviving brain injury, from diagnosis, recovery and rehabilitation, providing the therapeutic milieu in the Indian context and exploring cultural influences on rehabilitation. Written jointly by Anjana, her neuropsychologist and the international experts in the field of neuropsychology who were also involved in her diagnosis and care, the book highlights how COVID-19, a virus primarily affecting the respiratory system, can also result in a disabling brain injury. It describes Anjana’s recovery and the rehabilitation she received and provides a deeper understanding of this experience of a very rare condition through the views of Anjana herself. In addition, Anjana’s rehabilitation journey stumbles upon many important themes of rehabilitation including cultural sensitivity, personal identity, resilience, role of family and rehabilitation in a low to middle income country. This book is valuable reading for clinical and neuropsychologists, neurologists, other rehabilitation therapists including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses and social work professionals, particularly those interested in cross cultural rehabilitation. It will also be of interest to students in these fields.
This Book Is Entitely A Work Of Fiction. All Of The Characters, Events And Places Are Fictious And Any Resemblance To Places, Events Or Persons, Living Or Deadm Purely Coincidental Unintentional. Anjana Appachana Asserts The Moral Right To Be Identified As The Author Of This Work.
Tout commence à travers la vive émotion de Mallika, une fillette entourée et choyée dans une famille indienne qui eût été traditionnelle sans l’absence du père. Padma, sa mère adorée, garde depuis des années un brûlant secret. Mais elle n’en est pas la seule détentrice. Tout au long de ce roman polyphonique, chacune – mère, tante, amies ou voisines – nous révèle une part du mystère, plus ou moins assaisonné de fantaisie, comme le ferait une cuisinière jalouse de ses recettes. Dans ce roman bruissant d’échos, l’intrigue semble se nourrir, à l’indienne et par maints jeux de miroir, des passions dévorantes, rendez-vous manqués et portes dérobées des grands romans victoriens. Et le secret des secrets finit par nous apparaître comme une promesse d’histoires – une fresque haute en couleurs et terriblement féministe. On retrouve avec l’Année des secrets l’auteur de Mes seuls dieux qui déjà nous donnait à vivre et à aimer l’Inde du point de vue éminemment romanesque de la femme sur les chemins escarpés de sa libération. Née au sud de l’Inde, dans l’état du Karnataka, Anjana Appachana vit aujourd’hui entre l’Arizona et Delhi. Après Mes seuls dieux, elle poursuit une investigation quasi sociologique de l’imaginaire indien en y ajoutant cette ampleur intimiste, frémissante de nuances, qui nous rend si proches ses personnages. En rupture avec les conventions, Anjana Appachana place le lecteur au cœur même de la sensibilité féminine indienne.
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