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Multimedia Sensor Networks

By: Huadong Ma,Liang Liu,Hong Luo

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Sensor networks are an essential component of the Internet of Things (IoT), and Multimedia Sensor Networks (MSNs) are the most important emerging area in sensor networks. However, multimedia sensing is characterized by diversified modes, large volumes of data, considerable heterogeneity, and complex computing, as a result of which the theory and methods for traditional sensor networks can’t be applied to MSNs. Based on the authors’ years of systematic research on related theory and methods, this book provides a comprehensive review of MSNs. The coverage ranges from networked sensing and fusion-based transmission, to route discovery and in-network computing. The book presents the most important scientific discoveries and fundamental theories on MSNs, while also exploring practical approaches and typical applications. Given its scope, it is especially suitable for students, researchers and practitioners interested in understanding scientific problems involved in characterizing multimedia sensing features, revealing the transmission mechanisms of MSNs, and constructing efficient in-network multimedia computing paradigms. In this book, readers will learn essential methods for achieving the optimal deployment of, efficient and reliable transmission, and timely information processing in MSNs.

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Springer Nature

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9811601070

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Intergovernmental Relations and Economic Management in China

By: J. Ma

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Intergovernmental Relations and Economic Management in China

By: J. Ma

This book examines how China's decentralization process has affected and will affect the country's macroeconomic performance and the functioning of the market. With an innovative application of game theory, the author develops an analytical framework that can explain the behaviour of the central and local governments under alternative institutional environments. The study also suggests how to establish desirable rules of games in China's political and economic institutions through appropriate reforms.

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0230373070

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Geometry: 1001 Practice Problems For Dummies (+ Free Online Practice)

By: Allen Ma,Amber Kuang

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Geometry: 1001 Practice Problems For Dummies (+ Free Online Practice)

By: Allen Ma,Amber Kuang

Just a few practice questions to help you square the circle in geometry Geometry: 1001 Practice Problems For Dummies gives you 1,001 opportunities to practice solving problems from all the major topics in Geometry—in the book and online! Get extra help with tricky subjects, solidify what you’ve already learned, and get in-depth walk-throughs for every problem with this useful book. These practice problems and detailed answer explanations will help you master geometry from every angle, no matter what your skill level. Thanks to Dummies, you have a resource to help you put key concepts into practice. Work through practice problems on all Geometry topics covered class Step through detailed solutions for every problem to build your understanding Access practice questions online to study anywhere, any time Improve your grade and up your study game with practice, practice, practice The material presented in Geometry: 1001 Practice Problems For Dummies is an excellent resource for students, as well as for parents and tutors looking to help supplement Geometry instruction. Geometry: 1001 Practice Problems For Dummies (9781119883685) was previously published as 1,001 Geometry Practice Problems For Dummies (9781118853269). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1119883709

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Campbell-Walsh Urology 11th Edition Review

By: W. Scott McDougal, MD, MA (Hon,Alan J. Wein,Louis R. Kavoussi, MD,MBA,Alan W. Partin, MD, PhD,Craig A. Peters, MD, FACS, FAAP

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Campbell-Walsh Urology 11th Edition Review

By: W. Scott McDougal, MD, MA (Hon,Alan J. Wein,Louis R. Kavoussi, MD,MBA,Alan W. Partin, MD, PhD,Craig A. Peters, MD, FACS, FAAP

Following the same chapter structure as the authoritative Campbell-Walsh Urology, 11th Edition, this trusted review covers all the core material you need to know for board exam preparation and MOC exams. Drs. W. Scott McDougal, Alan J. Wein, Louis R. Kavoussi, Alan W. Partin, and Craig A. Peters provide more than 3,000 multiple-choice questions with detailed answers that help you master the most important elements in urology, while interactive questions, self-assessment tools, an extensive image bank, and more are available on Expert Consult. Prepare for the written boards and MOC exams with the most reliable, efficient review available, from the same team that has made Campbell-Walsh Urology the most trusted clinical reference in the field. Stay up to date with new topics covered in the parent text, including evaluation and management of men with urinary incontinence, minimally-invasive urinary diversion, laparoscopic and robotic surgery in children, and much more. Get a thorough review and a deeper understanding of your field with more than 3,000 multiple-choice questions and detailed answers, now with new highlighted "must-know" points in the answer explanations. Quickly review just before exams with help from new Chapter Reviews that detail key information in a handy list format. Benefit from an increased focus on pathology and imaging, including updates to conform pathology content to the new American Board of Urology requirements.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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032332830X

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The Chinese Digital Economy

By: Ma Huateng,Meng Zhaoli,Yan Deli,Wang Hualei

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The Chinese Digital Economy

By: Ma Huateng,Meng Zhaoli,Yan Deli,Wang Hualei

This book points out that “Internet” is the means, and the digital economy is the result. Therefore, the development of digital economy will inevitably have a profound impact on traditional enterprises and Internet enterprises and become the main way and new driving force for China's innovation and growth. The book starts with the concept of digital economy and reveals the current development of digital economy, how to improve the foundation of digital construction, and the strategies for accelerating digital transformation of various industries, the problems that need to be solved in the development of digital economy and the huge role it will play in promoting society. The book provides a clear blueprint for the government and enterprises to understand and formulate policies and development strategies in the era of digital economy.

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9813360054

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Data Clustering: Theory, Algorithms, and Applications, Second Edition

By: Guojun Gan,Chaoqun Ma,Jianhong Wu

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Data Clustering: Theory, Algorithms, and Applications, Second Edition

By: Guojun Gan,Chaoqun Ma,Jianhong Wu

Data clustering, also known as cluster analysis, is an unsupervised process that divides a set of objects into homogeneous groups. Since the publication of the first edition of this monograph in 2007, development in the area has exploded, especially in clustering algorithms for big data and open-source software for cluster analysis. This second edition reflects these new developments, covers the basics of data clustering, includes a list of popular clustering algorithms, and provides program code that helps users implement clustering algorithms. Data Clustering: Theory, Algorithms and Applications, Second Edition will be of interest to researchers, practitioners, and data scientists as well as undergraduate and graduate students.

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SIAM

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1611976332

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Investing in International Real Estate

By: M. A. Hines

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Investing in International Real Estate

By: M. A. Hines

With numerous cogent examples from real estate markets worldwide, Dr. Hines makes it clear that investing in foreign real estate is by no means the same as investing domestically. She shows how, why, and when special strategies must be devised to enter the world market; conveys essential information on global investment opportunities; outlines career opportunities and advancement strategies in international investment; and provides insights into international business in the context of global real estate investing. Her focus on industrial, commercial, and residential real estate reflects both the major investment interests of world-class investment professionals and the diversity of real estate market conditions. Her book is thus an essential resource for professional real estate investors, teachers, and their graduate-level students. Dr. Hines focuses on the general investment strategies that successful and profitable international real estate investors have devised over many years and now follow assiduously. Readers gain knowledge of direct investment in industrial, commercial, and residential real estate and through the purchase of securities, such as real estate investment trusts and mortgage backed issues. After discussing basic international real estate differences and general acquisition strategies, the book moves to functional strategies, such as valuation, land development, construction, financing, and tax strategies. Dr. Hines concludes with a coverage of housing and shopping centers, office buildings, and industrial property investment—all of which allow readers to observe the differences among functional areas and then tie them to the differences among investments in various types of properties. Her book covers Western, Eastern, and Central Europe; East, Southeast Central, and South Asia; Africa in general, and Morocco in Northwest Africa in particular; plus the Middle East and North and South America.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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0313004641

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Japan Real Estate Investment

By: M. A. Hines

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Japan Real Estate Investment

By: M. A. Hines

From long personal experience, research, and private conversations with international real estate investors, analysts, and marketing executives, Dr. Hines identifies succinctly and precisely the differences between investing in Japanese real estate and real estate elsewhere--the crucial differences, plus the risks and hazards that real estate professionals must know and understand. She shows that the new Japanese economic environment is having its affect on real estate there, how foreign investors are influencing the value of property and the systems to analyze it, and why the financing of real estate in Japan through loan and equity securitization is on the rise. Real estate professionals will be particularly interested in her coverage of commercial and residential property, while specialists with other interests will also get an unusual view of Japanese urban planning, land development, and tenure changes over time, information that is rarely available in English. Dr. Hines focuses on the Tokyo metropolitan area and on office buildings and shopping centers, in general but she also covers residential and industrial property investment across Japan. Readers will get a quick view of the new investment climate and aspects of economic, cultural, governmental, and environmental change in Japan. She gives a brief history of Japanese land tenure and views current land planning and control from a historical perspective. For real estate professionals there are chapters on leasing, marketing, land development, and construction, and she delineates the differences between Japanese real estate appraisal and international valuation methods and practices. Also noted is the increased use of income capitalization methods. Dr. Hines examines differences between Japanese and international real estate investment methods of analysis, particularly in light of Japanese real estate financing and taxation. She also illustrates the imputed interest charge methods of investment analysis and gives special emphasis to internationally approved discounted cash flow analysis. Finally, the book examines the trend toward real estate securitization and shows how banks and other financial institutions are reducing their real estate lending and restructuring themselves to prepare for a new era of economic reform.

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031300112X

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Cloud Computing in Remote Sensing

By: Lizhe Wang,Jining Yan,Yan Ma

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Cloud Computing in Remote Sensing

By: Lizhe Wang,Jining Yan,Yan Ma

This book provides the users with quick and easy data acquisition, processing, storage and product generation services. It describes the entire life cycle of remote sensing data and builds an entire high performance remote sensing data processing system framework. It also develops a series of remote sensing data management and processing standards. Features: Covers remote sensing cloud computing Covers remote sensing data integration across distributed data centers Covers cloud storage based remote sensing data share service Covers high performance remote sensing data processing Covers distributed remote sensing products analysis

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CRC Press

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042994988X

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The Enneagram Made Simple

A No-Nonsense Guide to Using the Enneagram for Growth and Awareness

By: Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober MA

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The Enneagram Made Simple

A No-Nonsense Guide to Using the Enneagram for Growth and Awareness

By: Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober MA

This easy guide to the essential Enneagram will help you figure out who you truly are and support you on your journey to becoming your best self. It's a natural human instinct to want to know more about yourself: to try to understand who you are, why you behave in a certain way, and how you can move forward. Enter the Enneagram—a tool for personal understanding and transformation. What sets this Enneagram book apart from other books on personality types: The Enneagram made easy—Learn about the origins of the Enneagram, the nine Enneagram personality types, and how to make sense of the Enneagram symbol. Your Enneagram type—Start your own journey of self-discovery with an easy assessment that will help you determine your Enneagram type. Exercises for every Enneagram—Once you learn your Enneagram type, you'll dive deeper into what motivates you and explore ways to help you grow and to improve your relationships. Realize your strengths and overcome personal barriers with The Enneagram Made Simple!

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Sourcebooks, Inc.

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163807691X

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Structure Of The Nucleus

By: M. A. Preston

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Structure Of The Nucleus

By: M. A. Preston

A graduate-level one-volume textbook and reference work on the structure and physics of atomic nuclei. Throughout this book the underlying emphasis is on how a nucleus is constituted through the interaction between the nucleons. The book is structured into three parts: the first part contains a detailed treatment of the two-nucleon force and of basic model-independent nuclear properties the second part discusses the experimental results of nuclear models and their bases in fundamental theory the third part deals in some detail with alpha-decay and fission.

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Hometown Chinatown

A History of Oakland's Chinese Community, 1852-1995

By: Eva Armentrout Ma

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Hometown Chinatown

A History of Oakland's Chinese Community, 1852-1995

By: Eva Armentrout Ma

Focusing on the local history of the Chinese in Oakland, California, this study examines common stereotypes in the early Chinese community and Chinatown organizations.

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Routledge

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Internet+ and Electronic Business in China

Innovation and Applications

By: Qiongwei Ye,Baojun Ma

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Internet+ and Electronic Business in China

Innovation and Applications

By: Qiongwei Ye,Baojun Ma

Internet + and Electronic Business in China is a comprehensive resource that provides insights and analysis into how E-commerce has revolutionized and continues to revolutionize business and society in China.

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1787431762

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TV White Space

The First Step Towards Better Utilization of Frequency Spectrum

By: Ser Wah Oh,Yugang Ma,Ming-Hung Tao,Edward Peh

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TV White Space

The First Step Towards Better Utilization of Frequency Spectrum

By: Ser Wah Oh,Yugang Ma,Ming-Hung Tao,Edward Peh

Provides an in-depth coverage of TV White Space Technology (TVWS) and the various challenges of its new innovations This book covers the full spectrum of TVWS technology including regulations, technology, standardizations, and worldwide deployments. It begins with an introduction to cognitive radio and TVWS. The regulation activities in TVWS throughout North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific are covered in depth. After a discussion of regulations, the authors examine the standardizations developed to specify the enabling technologies of TVWS systems. The following chapter focuses on the key technologies that differentiate TVWS from a conventional wireless communication system. Describes various worldwide use cases and deployments based on the needs of the consumers Covers IEEE 802.19.1, IEEE 802.22, IEEE 802.11af, IEEE 802.15.4m, and IETF protocol for Accessing White Spaces Studies the market and commercial potential of TVWS and other spectrum sharing technologies Discusses technological trends in spectrum sharing and additional applications that could leverage on TVWS and other spectrum sharing technologies TV White Space: The First Step Towards Better Utilization of Frequency Spectrum is written for telecommunications/networks operators, researchers, engineers, government regulators, technical managers, and network equipment manufacturers.

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1119110440

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Classical Relativistic Many-Body Dynamics

By: M.A. Trump,W.C. Schieve

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Classical Relativistic Many-Body Dynamics

By: M.A. Trump,W.C. Schieve

in this work, we must therefore assume several abstract concepts that hardly need defending at this point in the history of mechanics. Most notably, these include the concept of the point particle and the concept of the inertial observer. The study of the relativistic particle system is undertaken here by means of a particular classical theory, which also exists on the quantum level, and which is especially suited to the many-body system in flat spacetime. In its fundamental postulates, the theory may be consid ered to be primarily the work of E.C.G. Stiickelberg in the 1940's, and of L.P. Horwitz and C. Piron in the 1970's, who may be said to have provided the generalization of Stiickelberg's theory to the many-body system. The references for these works may be found in Chapter 1. The theory itself may be legitimately called off-shell Hamiltonian dynamics, parameterized relativistic mechanics, or even classical event dynamics. The most important feature of the theory is probably the use of an invariant world time parameter, usually denoted T, which provides an evolution time for the system in such as way as to allow manifest co variance within a Hamiltonian formalism. In general, this parameter is neither a Lorentz-frame time, nor the proper time of the particles in the system.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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9401593035

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Yield and Variability Optimization of Integrated Circuits

By: Jian Cheng Zhang,M.A. Styblinski

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Yield and Variability Optimization of Integrated Circuits

By: Jian Cheng Zhang,M.A. Styblinski

Traditionally, Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools have been used to create the nominal design of an integrated circuit (IC), such that the circuit nominal response meets the desired performance specifications. In reality, however, due to the disturbances ofthe IC manufacturing process, the actual performancesof the mass produced chips are different than those for the nominal design. Even if the manufacturing process were tightly controlled, so that there were little variations across the chips manufactured, the environmentalchanges (e. g. those oftemperature, supply voltages, etc. ) would alsomakethe circuit performances vary during the circuit life span. Process-related performance variations may lead to low manufacturing yield, and unacceptable product quality. For these reasons, statistical circuit design techniques are required to design the circuit parameters, taking the statistical process variations into account. This book deals with some theoretical and practical aspects of IC statistical design, and emphasizes how they differ from those for discrete circuits. It de scribes a spectrum of different statistical design problems, such as parametric yield optimization, generalized on-target design, variability minimization, per formance tunning, and worst-case design. The main emphasis of the presen tation is placed on the principles and practical solutions for performance vari ability minimization. It is hoped that the book may serve as an introductory reference material for various groups of IC designers, and the methodologies described will help them enhance the circuit quality and manufacturability. The book containsseven chapters.

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1461522250

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Crisis Relief

From Chaos to Calm a Teacher's Guide

By: Peter F. White MA,David W. Peat PhD

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Crisis Relief

From Chaos to Calm a Teacher's Guide

By: Peter F. White MA,David W. Peat PhD

Crisis Relief is a guide for principals, teachers, and school employees who do not know what they will do if their school should one day experience the unthinkable. If each time you hear of another mass shooting, or stabbings, suicide or natural disaster (fire, flood, earthquake), you wonder what you would do if there was a crisis in your school, then this book is for you. The authors, White and Peat, are educational psychologists with a long history of international experience in crisis intervention planning and training. They understand the needs of students, parents, educators, schools, administration, the media and communities.

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Trafford Publishing

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1490778934

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Portraits of Chinese Schools

By: Mingyuan Gu,Jiansheng Ma,Jun Teng

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Portraits of Chinese Schools

By: Mingyuan Gu,Jiansheng Ma,Jun Teng

This book unravels the mysteries of the Chinese school system to enable international scholars to better understand the logic of basic education in China. By collecting the latest, first-hand empirical data, it outlines a panoramic and vivid portrait of Chinese schools from principals’, teachers’, students’ and parents’ perspectives, including descriptions of their daily lives. It also interprets different stakeholders’ duties and explains the unique characteristics and operation model of Chinese schools. It is of interest to all those who are concerned with the current situation and the future of the Chinese school system and basic education in China, especially international researchers, policymakers, and parents wanting to know what is really happening in schools.

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9811040117

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The Changjiang River Civilization

Nature and Culture of the Changjiang River from a Global Perspective

By: Tianyu Feng,Zhiliang Ma,Yuan Ding

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The Changjiang River Civilization

Nature and Culture of the Changjiang River from a Global Perspective

By: Tianyu Feng,Zhiliang Ma,Yuan Ding

This book is a comprehensive academic introduction of the natural conditions and cultural characteristics of the ChangJiang River Basin. Describing in detail the geographical location and natural conditions of the main stream and the tributaries as the starting point, the book compares the ChangJiang River Civilizations to other civilizations of large rivers of the same latitude. This book reveals the gradual deepening of the Chinese understanding the ChangJiang River, introduces the cultural divisions of the river valley, and describes the evolution of the civilizations in the basin. At the end of the book, the author points out that there are many ecological problems in the ChangJiang River valley, for which the Chinese people have taken many measures, such as water pollution control. Fishing in the main stream and important tributaries of the ChangJiang is banned for at least ten years. As a guide to analyze the natural conditions and cultural characteristics of the whole ChangJiang River Basin, this book enables researchers and common readers to have a relatively clear and comprehensive understanding in a relatively short period of time. Putting the ChangJiang River Civilization in the context of the world’s civilizations, this book makes it easier for readers to understand the uniqueness of the ChangJiang River Civilization and its contribution to the cultural diversity of the world.

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9811945527

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Public Health

An Introduction to the Science and Practice of Population Health

By: James M. Shultz, PhD, MS,Lisa M. Sullivan, PhD, MA,Sandro Galea, MD, MPH, DrPH

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Public Health

An Introduction to the Science and Practice of Population Health

By: James M. Shultz, PhD, MS,Lisa M. Sullivan, PhD, MA,Sandro Galea, MD, MPH, DrPH

Now in its second edition, Public Health: An Introduction to the Science and Practice of Population Health is expanded in both scope and depth of content to better aid students who are launching their public health studies and preparing for professions in the field. This edition features a greater emphasis on the social determinants of health, health equity, prevention of disease and disability, and the practice of public health. Public Health explores both historical public health issues and contemporary public health challenges—including environmental justice, food deserts, climate change, and COVID-19—through the social ecological lens and with a life course perspective. In addition to establishing a solid knowledge base on the foundations, functions, and core values of public health, the book presents an engaging survey of the social ecological framework and of the demographic factors affecting health at different life stages. The methods of public health, including analytic approaches, systems thinking, implementation science, community engagement, and advocacy are examined, helping students understand the structural underpinnings of population health. Written by leading public health educators, and containing engaging case studies including unique Case Study Podcasts, illustrations, real-world examples, and discussion questions, every chapter analyzes systemic public health issues and the workforce roles driving and implementing public health initiatives and programs in practice. Key Features: New chapters on The Origins of Public Health and The Practice of Public Health provide increased emphasis on the functions and organization of public health and the roles of the workforce New case studies provide real-world examples of historical and contemporary public health challenges that have affected population health 19 Case Study Podcasts highlight current public health issues and initiatives Covers the latest developments affecting population health including infectious disease, chronic disease, mental health, environmental exposures, gun violence, addiction, health policy and many more Expanded coverage of the social determinants of health and health equity COVID-19 and its effects on the public health field are explored, including health communication, public trust, and health inequities Qualified instructors have access to a full set of instructor resources, including a detailed Instructor Manual, PowerPoints, Test Bank, podcasts, and transition guides through an LMS course cartridge

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Springer Publishing Company

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0826180434

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Business Continuity Exercises

Quick Exercises to Validate Your Plan

By: Charlie Maclean-Bristol, MA (Hons), PgD, FBCI, FEPS, CBCI

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Business Continuity Exercises

Quick Exercises to Validate Your Plan

By: Charlie Maclean-Bristol, MA (Hons), PgD, FBCI, FEPS, CBCI

An Unexercised Continuity Plan Could Be More Dangerous Than No Plan At All! Is exercising your continuity program too time-consuming, costly, or difficult to justify in the face of conflicting organizational priorities or senior management buy-in? What if you could use quick, cost-effective, easy exercises to get valuable results with only a relatively modest commitment? Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just getting started, Charlie Maclean-Bristol provides you with expert guidance, a practical framework, and lots of proven examples, tools, tips, techniques and scenarios to get your business continuity exercise program moving! You can carry out any of the 18 simple yet effective exercises detailed in this book in less than an hour, regardless of your level of experience. Plus, you will find all the support you will need to produce successful exercises. Build your teams’ knowledge, experience, confidence and abilities while validating your business continuity program, plans and procedures with these proven resources! Business Continuity Exercises: Quick Exercises to Validate Your Plan Will Help You To: Understand the process of planning and conducting business exercises efficiently while achieving maximum results. Develop the most appropriate strategy framework for conducting and assessing your exercise. Overcome obstacles to your business continuity exercise program, whether due to budget restrictions, time constraints, or conflicting priorities. Choose the most appropriate and effective exercise scenario, purpose and objectives. Plan and conduct your exercise using a straightforward, proven methodology with extensive tools and resources. Conduct exercises suitable for responding to all types of business interruptions and emergencies, including cyber incidents and civil disasters. Conduct exercises for newcomers to business continuity as well as for experienced practitioners. Create a comprehensive post-exercise report to achieve valuable insights, keep management and participants in the loop, and to further your objectives.

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1944480692

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Strategic Spatial Planning Support System for Sustainable Development

Agent-Based Modelling and Simulation

By: Yan Ma,Zhenjiang Shen

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Strategic Spatial Planning Support System for Sustainable Development

Agent-Based Modelling and Simulation

By: Yan Ma,Zhenjiang Shen

This book introduces a planning support system called Strategic Spatial Plan Support System (SSP-SS) to visualize population growth and predict energy demand, land use, and waste discharge resulting from urbanization. By analyzing policy interactions between household agents, the book uses SSP-SS to visualize policy effects on urban areas during stages of growth and decline. Simulations are created based on these policy outcome assessments, taking into account the influences of energy and resource consumption on sustainable development in urban environments. The book is geared towards researchers, universities, and urban policy makers. The book begins by presenting a framework of urban growth simulation, and introducing SSP-SS. Then, household lifecycle and relocation models are employed for simulating policy impacts on urbanization, and investigating the impacts of spatial strategic planning. Several projects are assessed using agent-based modeling including shopping centre construction, day-care service for aging populations, and shelter accommodation capacities for earthquakes and other disasters. The final chapters discuss water and energy management, the environmental impacts of demand and consumption, and future recommendations for sustainable development and policy implementation. Introduces Strategic Spatial Plan Support System (SSP-SS) to visualize population growth and predict energy demand, land use, and waste discharge resulting from urbanization. Analyzes policy effects on urban areas during stages of growth and decline. Discusses the influences of water and gas consumption on environmental issues in urban areas for sustainable development.

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3031075439

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Methodology for Digital Transformation

Implementation Path and Data Platform

By: Xiaodong Ma

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Methodology for Digital Transformation

Implementation Path and Data Platform

By: Xiaodong Ma

This book focuses on why and how to achieve digital transformation for enterprises and organizations by introducing cases in China. Its purpose is to highlight the importance and improve the understanding for digital transformation and related issues, like human resource allocation, and how to improve the efficiency and success rate in a low-cost and low-risk way. In this way, the cases in the book avoid the most common traps during the digital transformation process, enabling R&D and business personnel, and data practitioners in the organization to figure out the implementation and processes involved, and hence better understand how to work with senior management team when implementing the transition plan. The middle and senior level managers such as company executives, presidents in banks and universities, and officials in government, are also the target audience.

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Springer Nature

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9811991111

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Understanding Chinese Wisdom through Characters

By: Zikai Ma,Weiqing Zhang,Tao Guan,Ou Tang,Yuanqing Ma

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Understanding Chinese Wisdom through Characters

By: Zikai Ma,Weiqing Zhang,Tao Guan,Ou Tang,Yuanqing Ma

Chinese is one of the rare languages that was created thousands of years ago and has been in continuous use ever since. As language signs, Chinese characters reflect how ancient Chinese residents observed and understood the universe and themselves. These characters carry the fundamental ideas of man and nature, which have further developed into Chinese philosophies that have shaped Chinese personality traits and the landscape of contemporary China. This book explores the origin and evolution of selected Chinese characters that best represent the cognitive process and core values of Chinese culture. The study of Chinese characters provides an insight into Chinese wisdom of harmony, love and resiliency from which people draw strength in face of challenges today. The book is unique in its inclusion of featured Chinese calligraphy in character studies, accounting for the aesthetic enjoyment of traditional Chinese art in the history of Chinese characters’ evolution.

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Cambridge Scholars Publishing

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1527517659

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Transparent Colors

Filipino-American Watercolorists

By: Ma. Teresa Lapid Rodriguez

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Transparent Colors

Filipino-American Watercolorists

By: Ma. Teresa Lapid Rodriguez

This book is a journey into the challenges and achievements of three Filipino-American watercolorists who set precedents in the development of watercolor in the Filipino-American art communities of New York and New Jersey. It is also about human struggle, persistence better understood by first generation immigrants in this country, and heart-warming public recognition in the quest for the American dream through life-changing passion for art. A scholarly examination of the art and the lives of these unsung heroes and overlooked artists, the book, likewise, incorporates lucid and critical overviews of the histories of watercolor and of Philippine art. Garnished with over 45 full color illustrations, the book ultimately documents Filipino-American contribution to watercolor painting, a first of its kind from this culturally diverse community.

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Xlibris Corporation

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1477177280

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Soil Mechanics

By: Hongjian Liao,Hangzhou Li,Zongyuan Ma

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Soil Mechanics

By: Hongjian Liao,Hangzhou Li,Zongyuan Ma

This book also doubles as a textbook with an explanation of basic theory, knowledge, and skills in soil mechanics as well as the most updated codes and standards in China. Also included are guidelines at the beginning of each chapter and English-Chinese-Japanese translations of frequently-used words and expressions in the Appendix. It aims to be a reference book for students and technical staff in civil engineering, hydraulic engineering, mining engineering, and transportation engineering.

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World Scientific

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9813238526

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Heidegger on East-West Dialogue

Anticipating the Event

By: Lin Ma

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Heidegger on East-West Dialogue

Anticipating the Event

By: Lin Ma

This book traces a most obscure and yet most intriguing theme concealed in Heidegger’s thinking and work, which has hitherto not yet been made the focus of a thorough and sustained investigation: that is, the emergence and course of Heidegger’s interest in East Asian thought and of his reflection on East-West dialogue. Lin Ma covers such complex issues as Heidegger’s thoughts on language, Being, technology, the other beginning, and the journey abroad, with a view to their implications for East-West dialogue. It reveals the significance of his remarks on the early Greek’s confrontation with the Asiatic, and presents contextualized interpretations of his fleeting references to the topic of East-West dialogue and of his encounter with the Daodejing. Finally, it delves into "A dialogue on language" and exposes the strains and tensions that accompany Heidegger’s extension of dialogue and the Same, the two notions central to his thought, to the question of East-West dialogue. In the end, Lin Ma concludes that Heidegger’s fundamental concerns and philosophical orientations as articulated in terms of the history of Being and the other beginning have restricted him from engaging more seriously with the irresolvable and yet enduring issue of East-West dialogue.

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Routledge

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1135908680

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Krause's Food & the Nutrition Care Process

By: L Kathleen Mahan, MS Rd Cde,Sylvia Escott-Stump, Ma Rd Ldn,Janice L Raymond, MS Rdn CSG

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Krause's Food & the Nutrition Care Process

By: L Kathleen Mahan, MS Rd Cde,Sylvia Escott-Stump, Ma Rd Ldn,Janice L Raymond, MS Rdn CSG

Expert contributors include nearly 50 nationally recognized writers, researchers, and practitioners, each writing on their area of specialization.Clear, logical organization details each step of complete nutritional care from assessment to therapy.UNIQUE! Pathophysiology algorithms clarify the illness process and to ensure more effective care. "New Directions" boxes reflect the latest research in emerging areas in nutrition therapy. "Focus On" boxes provide additional detail on key chapter concepts."Clinical Insight" boxes and "Clinical Scenarios" with detailed Sample Nutrition Diagnosis statements help ensure the most accurate and effective interventions in practice. Key terms listed at the beginning of each chapter and bolded within the text provide quick access to important nutrition terminology.More than 1,000 self-assessment questions on a companion Evolve website reinforce key textbook content. New recommendations reflect a comprehensive approach to diet and nutrition that incorporates the USDA's "MyPlate" guide, the "Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010," and the "Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide" recommendations.Reorganized table of contents reinforces the Nutrition Care Process structure endorsed by the American Dietetic Association (ADA)."MNT for Thyroid Disorders" chapter details important nutrition considerations for managing thyroid disorders.New calcium and vitamin D Dietary Recommended Intakes (DRIs) improve monitoring of nutrient intake.Expanded "Nutrition in Aging" chapter includes assessment and nutritional care guidelines for the growing elderly patient population.Growth grids for children detail proper patient nutrition during infancy and early childhood. Extensively revised "MNT for Food Allergies" chapter highlights the importance of food allergy management in clinical nutrition therapy. Updated appendices enhance assessment accuracy with the latest laboratory findings and normal values.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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1437722342

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Dynamics and Advanced Motion Control of Off-Road UGVs

By: Yue Ma

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Dynamics and Advanced Motion Control of Off-Road UGVs

By: Yue Ma

Dynamics and Advanced Motion Control of Unmanned Ground Off-Road Vehicles details both theoretical concepts such as planning and perception when working with UGVs, as well as more practical, hands-on aspects such as torque vectoring control. The book also covers related technologies such as intelligent and electrification of ground vehicles. After an introduction, initial chapters include an exploration of wheel-soil and track-soil interaction mechanisms, motion stability, motion control, fault detection and identification, and fault tolerance control. This book offers readers a detailed understanding of Unmanned Ground Vehicles by combining theory, applications and further developments. Topics are covered in such a way that readers will be well versed on the current field of UGVs and will be able to implement future design and research in a feasible and effective way. - Gives a comprehensive analysis and introduction to the dynamics and advanced motion control of unmanned ground off-road vehicles - Covers key related technology concepts, such as intelligent and electrification of ground vehicles - Details the entire control framework of off-road UGVs and the implementation of controller design

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Academic Press

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0128188006

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101 Careers in Education

By: John Carlson, PhD,Richard L. Carlson, MA

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101 Careers in Education

By: John Carlson, PhD,Richard L. Carlson, MA

Education is a rewarding area of work that provides some of the most diverse career opportunities of any field. Written by educators with real-world knowledge of the profession, this information-packed guide provides the career explorer with concise information on the necessary skills, training, certification/licensure, compensation, and employment outlook for over 100 careers in a wide range of education settings. This book describes careers that range from working with very young children to positions in traditional Kñ12 schools to educating adults in organizational settings. It discusses careers suitable for those who enjoy working with people as well as careers for individuals who are more comfortable with information or ideas. A particularly useful feature is information about alternative paths to working in education for those with degrees in related service professions. Careers outside of traditional settings include work in adult education, independent education, business or government settings, community-based educational services, and part-time opportunities, to name a few. Special attention is paid to positions in STEM and educational technology, one of educationís fastest-growing careers, and careers of leadership including management, innovation, and accountability. The authors also provide a guide to self-assessment that helps readers to learn about those careers that best match their interests and temperament. Interviews with education professionals in a variety of arenas, such as middle school foreign language teacher, special education teacher, Head Start coordinator, and college athletic director, offer an in-depth look at different career opportunities. Key Features: Covers 101 careers including necessary skills, training, certification/licensure, compensation, and employment outlook Includes career options for new teachers, those changing careers within education, and those seeking education as a second career Includes many career options outside of traditional school settings Presents interviews with 23 individuals in different educational positions Provides self-assessment questions, information pertaining to professional development, and guidance on the job-search process

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Springer Publishing Company

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0826199852

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Heavy Weather Avoidance and Route Design

Concepts and Applications of 500 Mb Charts

By: Mike Ma-Li Chen,Lee S. Chesneau

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Heavy Weather Avoidance and Route Design

Concepts and Applications of 500 Mb Charts

By: Mike Ma-Li Chen,Lee S. Chesneau

In Heavy Weather Avoidance, Chen and Chesneau merge the seamanship of a master mariner and the forecast expertise of a senior meteorologist, providing readers with double-barrel exposure to what actually goes on in the atmosphere and on the sea's surface. Mariners and recreational sailors are more concerned about the implications of volatile weather rather than its fluid dynamics. From start to finish the authors have cut to the chase, creating a readable text brimming with useful graphics. It's focused on the root cause of how and why bad weather develops and where it's likely to go. There's enough theory provided for a reader to get a feel for how air mass energy transfer works, but just as the theoretical aspect takes on a mission of its own, there's a shift to more practical self-forecasting and storm avoidance wisdom. Captain Ma-Li Chen shares his well-tested routing strategy and describes how it factors in the use of the 500 Mb chart.

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Paradise Cay Publications

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0939837781

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