This book summarizes contemporary research on land degradation, desertification, and how such issues relate to socioeconomic growth in developing countries. With a focus on local and regional levels, the book offers an in-depth analysis of aeolian action as a physical process, causes of land degradation, and desertification. The causes and effects of land degradation were investigated by utilizing multiscale and multidisciplinary methodologies, merging spatial socioeconomic data with remote sensing data, and using multiple levels and disciplinary approaches. The book also describes how to combine GIS with cutting-edge technologies such as remote sensing, geostatistics, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy-dispersive X-ray (EDAX) analysis, and analytical hierarchy approaches, among others. Included is a thorough case study of the unusual but understudied semi-arid Anantapur district in Andhra Pradesh, South India. This book encourages the participation of all socioeconomic groups in decision-making and assists authorities and planners in developing suitable plans for the sustainable agricultural growth of an area. The book is an invaluable resource to comprehend and resolve issues about sustainable environmental planning and management.
Biomimetics in Materials Science provides a comprehensive theoretical and practical review of biomimetic materials with self-healing, self-lubricating and self-cleaning properties. These three topics are closely related and constitute rapidly developing areas of study. The field of self-healing materials requires a new conceptual understanding of this biomimetic technology, which is in contrast to traditional engineering processes such as wear and fatigue. Biomimetics in Materials Science is the first monograph to be devoted to these materials. A new theoretical framework for these processes is presented based on the concept of multi-scale structure of entropy and non-equilibrium thermodynamics, together with a detailed review of the available technology. The latter includes experimental, modeling, and simulation results obtained on self-healing/lubricating/cleaning materials since their emergence in the past decade.
The new edition of this atlas has been fully updated to provide practising ophthalmologists and residents with the latest advances in ophthalmic ultrasound. Divided into ten sections, the atlas begins with an introduction to imaging techniques and interpretation, followed by in depth examination of ultrasound for the diagnosis and management of ocular diseases and disorders, including vitreoretinal diseases, trauma, infections and inflammations, tumours, congenital disorders, lesions, and optic nerve disorders. A complete section is dedicated to surgical considerations. This second edition has a completely new section on ultrasound biomicroscopy, and features numerous colour fundus photographs, ultrasound illustrations and external photos, as well as CT scans and MRI scans of the orbit. A DVD ROM image bank is also included. Key points Fully updated, new edition providing latest advances in ophthalmic ultrasound Includes brand new section on ultrasound biomicroscopy DVD ROM image bank Previous edition published in 2006
Local Government in India provides an insight into the system of urban local governance in India and traces its evolution since independence. Urban governments are the organs for promoting grass root democracy and providing not only civic services for the welfare of the local people but also for carrying out the task of urban development and planning. This book tries to analyze their role and existence in the face of rapid urbanization, population growth and industrialization.
This book provides an up-to-date review of fasciolosis, a disease caused by Fasciola hepatica and Fasciola gigantica, including its biology, transmission, epidemiology, host distribution, economic impact, and novel approaches for its diagnosis, treatment and prevention. It first offers a brief overview of the history of the disease, the genetic diversity of the parasite and its distribution, and the ecology of the vector snail, which belongs to the Lymnaeidae/Planorbidae family. It also examines the current strategies and novel approaches for controlling the parasite, diagnosing infections and vaccine development. Importantly, it highlights issues relating to the control of fasciolosis, including drug resistance, lack of effective diagnostics, and the parasite’s long-term survival strategies based on regulation and modulation of the host immune system. Lastly, it discusses the novel control snail vectors using bait formulations, and synergetic and phototherapy treatment with chlorophyllin, which does not kill the vector.
Igniting 37 Crore Growth Engines by Chauhan, Pradeep S.; Chouhan, Shivalli M.: In this book, authors Pradeep S. Chauhan and Shivalli M. Chouhan present a comprehensive guide to fostering economic growth and development in India. The book emphasizes the potential of India's population as "37 Crore Growth Engines" and outlines strategies for harnessing this demographic dividend. Key Aspects of the Book "Igniting 37 Crore Growth Engines": Economic Development Strategies: The book offers practical strategies and recommendations for promoting economic growth and development in India. Demographic Dividend: "Igniting 37 Crore Growth Engines" explores the concept of the demographic dividend and its implications for India's future. Nation-Building: The book aligns with the vision of building a stronger and more prosperous India by tapping into its vast human resources. Pradeep S. Chauhan and Shivalli M. Chouhan are the authors of "Igniting 37 Crore Growth Engines," a book that advocates for leveraging India's demographic dividend to drive economic progress. Their work aligns with the goal of building a prosperous and inclusive nation.
Embark on a journey of inspiration and empowerment with "Real Inspiring Stories" by the esteemed Maj. (Retd.) Pradeep Khare. Delve into a collection of compelling narratives that showcase the resilience, courage, and triumph of the human spirit, offering invaluable lessons and motivation for readers of all backgrounds. Join Maj. (Retd.) Pradeep Khare as he shares a diverse range of real-life stories that captivate and uplift the soul. From tales of overcoming adversity to accounts of extraordinary achievement, each narrative offers a glimpse into the power of determination, perseverance, and hope. As you immerse yourself in the pages of "Real Inspiring Stories," you'll encounter individuals from all walks of life who have faced seemingly insurmountable challenges with grace and courage. Through their experiences, Maj. (Retd.) Pradeep Khare highlights the transformative power of resilience and the indomitable human spirit. With its blend of heartwarming anecdotes and profound insights, "Real Inspiring Stories" inspires readers to embrace their inner strength, pursue their dreams, and overcome obstacles with unwavering determination. Maj. (Retd.) Pradeep Khare's compassionate storytelling and keen observations offer a beacon of hope and encouragement in times of adversity. Since its publication, "Real Inspiring Stories" has touched the hearts of readers around the world with its powerful messages of courage, perseverance, and hope. Maj. (Retd.) Pradeep Khare's ability to capture the essence of the human experience and celebrate the triumph of the human spirit has earned him widespread acclaim and admiration. In conclusion, "Real Inspiring Stories" is more than just a book—it's a testament to the resilience and strength of the human spirit. Whether you're facing personal challenges or seeking motivation to pursue your goals, Maj. (Retd.) Pradeep Khare's collection of real-life stories offers a source of inspiration and empowerment that will resonate with readers for years to come. Don't miss your chance to be inspired by the extraordinary journeys recounted in "Real Inspiring Stories." Let Maj. (Retd.) Pradeep Khare's heartfelt narratives uplift your spirits and ignite your passion for life. Grab your copy now and discover the transformative power of courage, resilience, and hope.
Provides an exhaustive study of the face of corruption in the Indian polity and the role of a lone crusader like Anna Hazare in cleaning it up. This book traces the history of various abortive attempts to frame a strong anti-corruption bill that could deter people occupying public offices and polluting democratic governance in India.
This book details the analytical processes, and interpretation of the resulting data, needed in order to achieve a comprehensive source-rock evaluation of organic-rich shales. The authors employ case studies on Permian and Cretaceous shales from various Indian basins and other petroleum-bearing basins around the world to illustrate the key features of their organic-rich shale characterization methodology. These case studies may also help to identify potential zones within shale formations that could be exploited for commercial gas and/or oil production. Given its scope, the book will be of interest to all researchers working in the field of source-rock analysis. In addition, the source-rock evaluation techniques – and the various intricacies associated with them – discussed here offer valuable material for postgraduate geology courses.
Vitreoretinal (VR) surgery has steadily evolved over the years and this handbook provides a comprehensive overview about its past, present and future. It covers a wide array of topics ranging from its fascinating origins to recent technological advances, from surface anatomy to their clinical relevance, from anaesthesia to building and maintenance of operation theatre, from major surgical steps to sub-steps, from preventing to managing complications, and from routine surgeries to rare surgeries. Included in addition is a section on futuristic surgeries and another on important studies in relation to vitreoretinal surgery. Hence, Handbook of Vitreoretinal Surgery serves as a ready reference for both fledgling and experienced VR surgeons in this exciting field of ophthalmic surgery. . Key Features Includes recent developments like 3D surgery, telescopic IOL, bionic implants and robotic surgery. Highlights the importance of surface anatomy and provides a deeper view into the working of vitreous machines, microscopes and other surgical components. Text is supported with videos of rare surgeries like endoillumination-assisted scleral buckling surgery, placement of retisert intravitreal implant, suprachoroidal drug injection, intralesional injection into a subretinal abscess and endoillumination-assisted biopsy of intraocular mass lesions.
This study offers a panoramic view of the evolution of the South Asian state's military system and its contribution to the effectiveness of the state itself."--BOOK JACKET.
This is a collection of essays by 16 renowned Indian economists on contemporary issues linked to India’s economic development. These essays were originally presented in a conference organized to commemorate the birth centenary of Prof V K R V Rao (1908-1991), one of the foremost Indian social scientists and institution builders of the twentieth century. He was the founder of the Delhi School of Economics and the Institute of Economic Growth in Delhi and the Institute of Social and Economic Change in Bangalore.
Production and Technology of Bio-diesel is based on the work that TERI has been doing in thefield of bio-diesel production from jatropha. This unique publication covers the entire value chaininvolved in the production of bio-diesel, right from the nursery stage involving the saplings tothe production of transesterified oil (bio-diesel) for use in diesel-powered engines. The user willget in one volume valuable information pertaining to the production of bio-diesel, a process thatrequires inputs from various disciplines, like environment, biotechnology, chemical engineering,finance, economics, and automotive engineering.
Time flies very fast and the way business is done is witnessing accelerated changes. Going forward all of us have no choice but to visit self-created mental gyms on a daily basis, besides physical gyms. Visit to Mental Gyms is keeping yourself uncorked all the time. How much are you investing in yourself by way of time and resources? What are your plans to increase your personal indexes of Likeability, Approachability, Luck, Listening and Trust? What do you do between 6-9 PM.? Artificial intelligence is changing things rapidly from recruitment, sales analysis, customer care etc. How do you resurrect, reinvent, re-engineer yourself with new skills and knowledge on a routine and regular basis? Like your financial capital, your mental capital also needs to be preserved, protected and promoted besides putting it on a growth path. All actions verbal and nonverbal silently create a brand image of ours. Are you a trustworthy brand? Relation building personal or professional is the core need to accomplish all your dreams. There comes a time in life when you realise who really matters, who never did and who always will. Sooner, you can differentiate and figure out this aspect; life will be much easier and enjoyable. How good are you at managing your Boss or you as a Boss? Author has seen professional life from close quarters. Therefore, contents are all practical. No theory, no jargons, no long arguments in favour or against, just crisp, racy and straight to the point. Testimonial "Issues relevant for professional growth during different stages of career in corporate life are rightly identified. Very practical inputs based on personal experience of Pradeep in industry. Easy to read and comprehend. Refreshing reminder for practicing professional managers." G.K.Satish, Director (Planning &Business development), Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. Coming from rich and practical experience of Pradeep in corporate life, the book impacts thinking on issues concerning personal and professional growth. Gives a critical insight to enhance your personal indexes of listening, approachability, likeability, luck and trust. Evaluating and managing your boss, yourself as a boss, and visiting Mental gyms makes it useful and interesting for all professional managers. Sandeep Puri, Associate Professor, Asian Institute of Management Manila, Phillipines
Not very often people challenge the definition of testing and even if they do, it ends up being theory. Here is an experience report, documented with evidence on what it takes to use testing to drive growth for customers. An outcome of a thousand people of Moolya and hundreds of customers coming together and providing the most compelling evidence to reinvent testing. A powerful (and honest) book for Product Owners, Tech Leaders, Testers, Automation Engineers to build a culture of growth driven testing and leadership that enables this culture to succeed.
Recent Advances in Decolorization and Degradation of Dyes in Textile Effluent by Biological Approaches outlines various eco-friendly, cost effective methods for removal of toxic textile dyes. Large amounts of dye are unbound and released into the environment due to inefficient dyeing processes. The release of wastewater containing dye into the environment has several adverse effects as it is toxic, mutagenic and has other undesirable effects on living organisms. Hence, it is necessary to remove these dyes from industrial effluents to have a sustainable environment. This book deals with conventional as well as advanced effective treatment methods for the removal of dyes in order to increase the domain knowledge of readers. Salient features: Describes physico-chemical characteristics of textile effluent, dye classes and toxicity of dyes commonly used in the textile industry Assembles effective approaches which are used to remove dyes from textile effluent prior to their release into the environment Presents several advanced approaches such as genetic engineering, nanotechnology, immobilized cells or enzymes, biofilms and microbial fuel cells, etc. for the removal of dyes.
The financial system plays a vital role in the growth and development of the economy. The evolution of financial market economies has been dramatically broadening the opportunities to consumers and investors, business houses, policymakers and the economy of a country. The growing innovations and increasing complexity of financial products over the past decade have put enormous pressure and responsibilities on shoulders of financial investors. Financial Literacy is must to understand return and risk attached to these products. Financial literacy enables an individual to gain a better understanding of financial instruments and the risk and return involved in investment at various avenues. The financial literacy helps to overcome problems relating to personal finance such as savings, borrowings, investments, retirement planning, etc. The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has defined financial literacy as “a combination of awareness, knowledge, skill, attitude and behaviour necessary to make sound financial decisions and ultimately achieve individual well-being”.
This brief explores several adaptive agricultural practices from around the world to fulfill current and future agricultural demands for food security due to the challenges posed by climate change and growing global population. Readers will discover how farmers adapt to environmental changes by adopting various agronomic practices at crop, farm and landscape levels. Particular attention is given to systemic and transformational adaptation strategies employed by farmers such as mulching, organic farming and crop diversification. This is a highly informative and carefully presented book that provides insights on how crops can build up resilience against periods of drought, high salinity, disasters such as floods, and diseases. The policy implications and future prospects of these adaptation strategies are also addressed. Environmental and plant scientists, agronomists and researchers in climate sciences will find this book interesting.
An Indian engineer discovers his personal and professional potential in the heart of Texas. An Indian in Cowboy Country is more than a fictional tale of an India-born engineer who overcomes cultural differences to succeed in America. It shares the challenges anyone might experience in life and in business and looks at important lessons learned along the way. Satish Sharma, an engineering graduate from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology, is an immigrant who comes to America seeking a better life. From Bombay, India, where he was born and raised, to Houston, Texas, where he is called “an Indian in cowboy country,” Sharma feels out of place. He faces personal, professional, and romantic challenges on both shores, but he eventually flourishes in the United States – the land of universal inclusion.
This is a concise book with comprehensive information on coal and biomass ash generated from their combustion in thermal power plants. It presents detailed studies on ash generated from contrasting coal and biomass feedstocks, and provides a comparative evaluation of these different ashes in terms of their origin, properties, environmental hazards. Potential utilizations with specific advantages and disadvantages of the respective ashes are elaborated in detail, including some innovative means of ash utilization for value addition purposes. By addressing both the theory and commercial exploitation of these products, this book will be helpful for industrialists, academicians and researchers alike.
This book addresses the mapping of soil-landscape parameters in the geospatial domain. It begins by discussing the fundamental concepts, and then explains how machine learning and geomatics can be applied for more efficient mapping and to improve our understanding and management of ‘soil’. The judicious utilization of a piece of land is one of the biggest and most important current challenges, especially in light of the rapid global urbanization, which requires continuous monitoring of resource consumption. The book provides a clear overview of how machine learning can be used to analyze remote sensing data to monitor the key parameters, below, at, and above the surface. It not only offers insights into the approaches, but also allows readers to learn about the challenges and issues associated with the digital mapping of these parameters and to gain a better understanding of the selection of data to represent soil-landscape relationships as well as the complex and interconnected links between soil-landscape parameters under a range of soil and climatic conditions. Lastly, the book sheds light on using the network of satellite-based Earth observations to provide solutions toward smart farming and smart land management.
This book analyzes the issues associated with climate change in the Himalayas. The purpose of choosing the Himalayas as a focus is because it is a particularly fragile mountain system, highly sensitive to climate change impacts, and it contains one of the largest human populations affected by climate change. The book provides extensive data and information regarding the climate history of the Himalayas, and the current effects of climate change on Himalayan weather systems, and on human and animal populations in the region. The book begins with an overview of global climate change with discussions of data trends and international initiatives, then segues into a history of climate changes and weather trends in the Himalayas. Weather systems of the Himalayas, both past and current, are analyzed and detailed through climate models, seasonal observations of weather fronts, and overviews of various climate scenarios. The book then discusses climate change impacts and signat ures specific to the Central Himalayan region, where the largest effects of impacts are observed. Readers will discover analysis presented on water resources, meteorological changes, biodiversity, agriculture and human health along with perspectives of management and policy. This book will appeal to researchers studying climate science, climatology, environmental scientists and policymakers.
For most residents of India?s bustling metros and big towns, nationality and citizenship are privileges that are often taken for granted. The country?s periphery, however, is dotted with sleepy towns and desolate villages whose people, simply by having more in common with citizens of neighbouring nations than with their own, have to prove their Indian identity every day. It is these specks on the country?s map that Pradeep Damodaran rediscovers as he travels across India?s borders for a little more than a year, experiencing life in far-flung areas that rarely feature in mainstream conversations. In Borderlands, he recounts his encounters with the war-weary fishermen of Dhanushkodi at the southernmost tip of Tamil Nadu, who live in fear both of the Indian Coast Guard and the Sri Lankan navy; farmers in Hussainiwala, a village on Punjab?s border with Pakistan, who are unwilling to build concrete houses for fear of them being destroyed in the ever looming war; Tamil traders of Moreh, a town straddling the Manipur?Myanmar border, who pay bribes to at least ten different militant organizations so they can safely conduct their business; and ex-servicemen in Campbell Bay who were resettled there three generations ago and have long been forgotten by the mainland. From Minicoy in Lakshadweep to Taki in West Bengal, Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh to Raxaul in Bihar, Damodaran?s compelling narrative reinforces the idea that, in India, a land of contrasts and contradictions, beauty and diversity, conflict comes in many forms.
The Prime Minister of India, Manu Barot, conceives Vrihad Bharat Mission. It is a holistic plan to correct the historical wrongs through an overarching and strident change from the India’s soft state image. It involves reclaiming territories lost or willingly ceded by earlier governments to its neighbouring countries. Among the eleven identified action areas, for India, the most crucial is liberation of Balochistan from the illegal stranglehold of Pakistan. The canny National Security Adviser has an ingenious plan that involves active cooperation from the other three members of the Quad, those being the US, Japan and Australia. Over several meetings the countries work out RAW protagonists, Vipul and Megha, are in the hot seat. India is waiting for the opportune moment to launch the plan. The Covid19 hit and the related unrest in China—being more devastating than China is willing to admit—provides that. On August 14, 2020, Baloch rebels strike. The game is on. Within days, the world finds that both China and Pakistan are cut down to size.
The book provides an extensive coverage of conjugated polymer based nano-composite coatings with advanced anti-corrosive properties. The book gives detailed explanation of corrosion testing methods and techniques to evaluate the corrosion resistance of the coatings. It includes elaborate discussion on classification of corrosion, electrochemistry of corrosion process, theories explaining the mechanism of corrosion and various corrosion testing standards. Electrochemical studies like open circuit potential (OCP) variation with time, potentiodynamic polarization, Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) and accelerated corrosion testing are highlighted as important tools to extract information about the behavior of coatings under corrosive conditions. The book discusses epoxy-conjugated polymer based novel composite coating formulations, including aniline and o-toluidine, o-anisidine, phenetidine and pentafluoroaniline with appropriate fillers like SiO2, flyash, ZrO2 nanoparticles, and chitosan for the protection of metallic substrates. A general discussion on the self healing mechanism of epoxy-polypyrrole based biopolymer hybrid composite coatings is included in this book. This book provides a critical review on the conjugated polymer based composite coatings with superior corrosion resistance, good mechanical integrity, better adhesion properties and self healing ability under highly aggressive conditions which can be commercially used for the protection of metal substrates from corrosion.
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