The book focuses on multiple areas of manufacturing, including cutting-edge material processing technologies, custom-made materials, metallic and non-metallic materials, new engineering experiments, contemporary machining, joining, surface modification, and process optimization techniques. Readers will find in this volume an extensive exploration of various advanced manufacturing and material engineering topics. It includes a detailed examination of aluminum grades and their applications, an overview of cold spray additive manufacturing, and a discussion on Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) for cladding low-carbon steel plates. The volume also presents innovative approaches to brake pedal design using topology optimization, analysis of resistance-spot welding quality, and the impact of shot peening on the corrosion behavior of SiC Particle Reinforced Aluminum Composite. It highlights crucial factors in 3D printed component strength, reviews 3D milling operations with ABAQUS, and delves into the rare ferroelectric material Fresnoite. The book surveys visual sensing technologies for weld pool analysis, simulates Claus Sulfur Recovery Units with Aspen Plus, and discusses ultrasonic-assisted stir casting for metal matrix nanocomposites. It also covers the joining of dissimilar magnesium alloys, advancements in electrochemical surface coatings, unconventional machining techniques, surface coating processes using pulsed power systems, natural fiber-reinforced composite fabrication, and process parameter optimization in laser beam welding using NSGA-II. Audience The book will interest researchers in academia and industry engineers in advanced manufacturing, materials science, surface science, adhesion and coatings, production engineering, civil engineering, and welding.
A concise and easy-to-follow guide to the principles of accounting and finance as they apply to running foodservice operations Accounting and Financial Management in Foodservice Operations is an up-to-date and straightforward treatment of the financial standards and concepts owners and operators need to successfully run a foodservice operation. Learn how to understand and assess the financial performance of a foodservice business by using professionally prepared financial reports. The book explains the Uniform System of Accounts for Restaurants (USAR), as well as how to read income statements, balance sheets, and statements of cash flows. It discusses how to calculate a break-even point and demonstrates pricing tips to help owner/operators create a profitable menu. Other contents include: A thorough introduction to controlling food and beverage product costs Practical discussions of how to manage the cost of labor and staffing, as well as how to prepare an accurate operating budget Hands-on strategies for comparing planned and budgeted operating results to actual financial results Perfect for students in foodservice-related courses, Accounting and Financial Management in Foodservice Operations will also benefit foodservice establishment owners and operators and professionals working in colleges, hospitals, nursing homes, and more.
Addresses safety and health hazards through a holistic, organization-wide approach to worker wellbeing The Wiley Guide to Strategies, Ideas, and Applications for Implementing a Total Worker Health(R) Program presents specific information and guidance for Total Worker Health (TWH) applications in a variety of industries as well as specific aspects of TWH. This book covers how existing safety and health activities can support and be integrated into TWH programs, exploring specific topics such as how TWH initiatives can benefit the construction industry, ways to borrow from successful safety committee operations, and the use of technology. The innovative ideas and techniques from diverse fields, and from existing safety and health programs, help readers maximize efforts and increase the chance of long-term success. Case studies are included throughout to elucidate key concepts and aid in reader comprehension. Written by safety, health, and wellness practitioners with real-world experience, this resource includes: Organizational approaches for implementing key prevention programs to solve problems across diverse worker populationsGuidance for improving the organization and design of work environments, including innovative strategies for promoting worker wellbeingEvidence of program effectiveness for addressing work conditions that impact mental health, fatigue and sleep, and work-life conflictPerspective of traditional safety and health professionals, emphasizing practical advice for practitioners throughout all chapters and connecting the narrative as a whole The Wiley Guide is an essential resource for safety, health, and industrial hygiene practitioners in industry, public services, government, insurance, and consulting, as well as others with safety and health responsibilities such as occupational medicine professionals.
This books offers a definitive text on the vital topic fundraising. It provides students of fundraising and nonprofit professionals access to the most relevant theories and includes concrete examples of modern fundraising practice. The book contains clear learning objectives, recommended readings, case studies, summary self-test questions, and exercises at the end of each chapter. The Principles and Practice of Fundraising comprehensively addresses all the major forms of fundraising and critical topics such as donor behavior and fundraising planning. Praise for fundraising principles and practice "e;Not only will fundraisers benefit from this comprehensive yet accessible text, but this should be required reading for all nonprofit practitioners and scholars. Reading this book will provide valuable insight on a vital subject and enhance the success of any fundraising effort."e; ?John B. Ford, president, Academy of Marketing Science and professor of marketing, Old Dominion University "e;This is not just a how-to-do-it book. Rather, it provides deep knowledge about the nonprofit sector, its role in society, and the values and psychology of giving that is essential to responsible and effective fundraising."e; ?Paul Brest, president, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation and author, Money Well Spent "e;Adrian Sargeant is the world's foremost fundraising scholar. This text will be invaluable to the beginner, but new research findings mean it should also be a must read for established practitioners."e; ?Steve Thomas, co-chair, Resource Alliance, and chairman, Stephen Thomas Ltd, Toronto "e;Designed and written to fill the void in current fundraising and development textbooks for both undergraduate and graduate students studying nonprofit management and leadership, Fundraising Principles and Practice surpasses my expectations for a comprehensive approach that will benefit American Humanics programs."e; ?SueAnn Strom, vice president, Academic Partnerships, American Humanics , Inc. "e;Sargeant is the accessible academic and this is typical of his work. It is rigorously researched, clear, concise, well written, well presented and entirely appropriate. Any fundraiser who knows what Adrian knows will outperform the others. It's as simple as that."e; ?Ken Burnett, author, Relationship Fundraising and The Zen of Fundraising
A new and improved edition of the original guide to veterinary care and husbandry putting the emotional welfare of animals first Every pet needs medical care in the veterinary clinic and husbandry at home. Fear and stress can present significant barriers to good care while also compromising safety for animal care professionals and pet owners. It's possible to help pets learn to allow and even willingly participate in veterinary care, husbandry, and grooming. With a foundation in learning theory and emphasizing practical techniques, Cooperative Veterinary Care is a groundbreaking guide to encouraging voluntary participation in veterinary care. Now updated to reflect the latest research and clinical information drawing on years of professional hands-on experience, it's a must-own for any small animal practice or pet professional looking to increase patient comfort and facilitate excellent care. Foundations of learning and training to prepare any professional to get started right away Unique exploration of the veterinary environment and how Cooperative Veterinary Care can help Integration of the Fear Free(sm) Spectrum of Fear, Anxiety & Stress to quantify patient experiences Step by step training plans for veterinary care and husbandry with photo and video demonstrations Practical applications for all common procedures. Foundation techniques which can be expanded to virtually any veterinary care or animal husbandry and grooming need Cooperative Veterinary Care is written for the veterinary professional team but will help anyone and everyone who cares for and interacts with pets.
Teaches public relations through the management of relationships with key organizational publics, perfect for business and management students Organizational Reputation Management: A Strategic Public Relations Perspective presents comprehensive coverage of how corporations, governments, and non profit organizations build and maintain their reputation. This unique textbook provides students with a solid understanding of the function of public relations as a strategic activity, as author Alexander V. Laskin offers a real-world relationship management perspective while employing an innovative approach to defining and analyzing reputation. Student-friendly chapters introduce all essential concepts of reputation management, describe the entire process of reputation management, help future organizational leaders appreciate the importance of reputation, explain measurement and evaluation methods, and define organizational reputation through relationships with key stakeholders such as investors, employees, and customers. Designed to be used with the PRSA MBA/Business School Initiative curriculum, Organizational Reputation Management demonstrates how to apply the Research, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation (RPIE) process, the Paid, Earned, Shared, and Owned (PESO) communications model, the Barcelona Principles, and other key public relations concepts in the context of organizational reputation. Organizational Reputation Management: A Strategic Public Relations Perspective is the ideal textbook for undergraduate and graduate courses in reputation management, public relations management, and strategic communication.
Nanotechnology Materials for Medical and Healthcare Applications reviews the impact of nanotechnology on various walks of medical and healthcare applications. In 16 chapters, learn how nanoengineered materials have become a haven for clinical processes. Enhance your knowledge of the significant findings and observations in medical and healthcare applications. This book emphasizes various aspects, such as the history and trends of nanomedicine and the developments of polymer nanocomposites for clinical application. Nanotechnology Materials is a rare book that covers the scientific literature on nanoengineered materials. Read about the advances in nanoengineering in immunotherapies, vaccines, and adjuvants. Another chapter discusses the prospects and challenges of nano-coated medical devices. Thanks to research dictated by academicians, engineers, and scientists, this comprehensive review of nanomaterial engineering exploits its applications as a new-generation material for medical and healthcare applications.
A clear explanation of the technology for producing and delivering electricity Electric Power Systems explains and illustrates how the electric grid works in a clear, straightforward style that makes highly technical material accessible. It begins with a thorough discussion of the underlying physical concepts of electricity, circuits, and complex power that serves as a foundation for more advanced material. Readers are then introduced to the main components of electric power systems, including generators, motors and other appliances, and transmission and distribution equipment such as power lines, transformers, and circuit breakers. The author explains how a whole power system is managed and coordinated, analyzed mathematically, and kept stable and reliable. Recognizing the economic and environmental implications of electric energy production and public concern over disruptions of service, this book exposes the challenges of producing and delivering electricity to help inform public policy decisions. Its discussions of complex concepts such as reactive power balance, load flow, and stability analysis, for example, offer deep insight into the complexity of electric grid operation and demonstrate how and why physics constrains economics and politics. Although this survival guide includes mathematical equations and formulas, it discusses their meaning in plain English and does not assume any prior familiarity with particular notations or technical jargon. Additional features include: * A glossary of symbols, units, abbreviations, and acronyms * Illustrations that help readers visualize processes and better understand complex concepts * Detailed analysis of a case study, including a Web reference to the case, enabling readers to test the consequences of manipulating various parameters With its clear discussion of how electric grids work, Electric Power Systems is appropriate for a broad readership of professionals, undergraduate and graduate students, government agency managers, environmental advocates, and consumers.
Understand transients and their roles in linear systems with this essential guide Electromagnetic transients are a fundamental aspect of linear power systems, and therefore a key knowledge area for electrical engineers. Understanding Electromagnetic Transients in Power Systems provides a comprehensive but accessible overview to transients, their underlying theory and mathematics, and their impact in electrical power system design. Its detailed but clear presentation makes it a must-own for students and working engineers alike. Readers of Understanding Electromagnetic Transients in Power Systems will also find: Deep consideration of the relationship between foundational concepts, mathematical calculations, and impacts on equipmentDetailed discussion of topics including time and frequency domain analysis, basic transforms, fundamentals of electrical circuit transients and traveling waves, overvoltage, insulation coordination, and many moreDozens of solved simple examples to facilitate understanding Understanding Electromagnetic Transients in Power Systems is ideal for electrical engineers and professionals in utilities and equipment manufacturing, as well as for graduate and advanced undergraduate students learning about transients, electrical circuits, and related subjects.
An examination of the promise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the practice and business of healthcare, drivers and barriers to achieving that promise, and how stakeholders can successfully navigate them Over the last century, life expectancy has increased dramatically. The progress made in improving health in that time span has eclipsed all the progress made in human history up to that point combined. Much of that progress has been on a foundation of better diagnostics and collecting an increasing amount of data from the patients, which has only accelerated with the introduction of digital technologies. The next frontiers for making major progress in further improving health will be through the understanding of what all of this data means. AI is the only technology on the horizon that can translate all this data into meaningful improvements in health. In AI Doctor: The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, Dr. Ronald M. Razmi provides a comprehensive and up-to-date account of the current impact and future potential of AI in the healthcare industry. Presented in a clear, non-technical narrative style, this timely guide helps those in the business and practice of healthcare understand the opportunities that AI offers to improve research for finding new medical breakthroughs, better provision of healthcare, and creating better business models. Drawing from his expertise as a cardiologist, entrepreneur, and venture capitalist, the author offers invaluable insights into what it takes to successfully bring innovation into this complicated sector. He provides a 360 view of the key factors that need to come together for the health AI use cases to gain adoption. Covering the clinical, technical, and economic implications of Artificial Intelligence in healthcare, AI Doctor: The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: A Guide for Users, Buyers, Builders, and Investors is a must-read for healthcare professionals, researchers, investors, entrepreneurs, medical and nursing students, and those building or designing systems for the commercial marketplace. The book's non-technical and reader-friendly narrative style also makes it an ideal read for everyone interested in learning about how AI will improve health and healthcare in the coming decades.
The way we work has changed. Employees are standing up for themselves and demanding their job work for them, too. From phenomena like The Great Resignation, remote work, and a renewed importance placed on work-life balance to an increasingly fast-paced and competitive labor market, job seekers and recruiters alike are facing unprecedented challenges as they seek to either find work or fill roles. In Career Confidence, veteran resume and hiring expert Robynn Storey delivers an insightful and comprehensive exploration of how to define your value and optimize your job search. You'll find the motivation and information you need to navigate the modern workforce because everyone deserves to find the right fit, wake up feeling excited to get to work, and prepared to flourish in their chosen paths. Through relatable client stories, the author burns down commonly held hiring myths. She draws on her extensive, two-decade career in which she's helped over 300,000 clients find their dream jobs to give you the info you really need to get the job you really want. You'll find the motivation and information you need to make sense of an often confusing--and always fast-paced--labor market. You'll also learn how to proactively define your value, convincingly demonstrating to employers what you're worth and why you're worth it. You'll also find:* Dozens of real-life client interactions that are at once humorous, inspiring, and sometimes shocking* Strategies for combining the personal moxie that makes you truly unique with your professional work experience to create an irresistible package for employers* Techniques for defining your value in both your professional and personal life The perfect resource for job seekers, interviewers, managers, career changers, and early- and mid-career professionals, Career Confidence is the must-read book that everyone trying to navigate an increasingly complex career arena has been waiting for.
Improve key metrics of manufacturing performance with this accessible guide Manufacturing throughput refers to the quantity of products that can be produced within a period and with available resources. Enhancing manufacturing throughput is crucial for a business's success. However, managing and improving throughput can be challenging due to the complexity of manufacturing systems and their operations, which involve numerous variables. To effectively manage and improve system throughput, it is essential to adopt a scientifically guided methodology and practices. Manufacturing System Throughput Excellence is a unique book that provides a concise and practical overview of manufacturing throughput management. It includes best practices for achieving improved throughput on the production floor and explores the connections between production management and system design. The book emphasizes practical, executable approaches, drawing on the author's 25+ years of industry and academic experience. It serves as an indispensable tool for businesses looking to boost manufacturing efficiency and drive improved outcomes. Manufacturing System Throughput Excellence readers will discover: The latest and effective approaches for achieving manufacturing operational excellenceKey pillars of manufacturing excellence: production management, maintenance management, quality management, and system designSpecific principles and methods on bottleneck identification and buffer analysis Insightful connections between academic research and industrial practiceSummaries and end-of-chapter exercises to reinforce learning Manufacturing System Throughput Excellence is a unique and comprehensive guide for manufacturing practitioners and researchers, as well as mechanical and industrial engineering students in advanced manufacturing courses.
The Civil Engineer's Guide to Effective Project Management A project's success requires more than technical calculations and engineered designs. As this book details, effective management in civil engineering involves aligning operations with the broader context of stakeholder objectives. Management Essentials for Civil Engineers is a comprehensive resource designed to help civil engineers enhance their project management and business development skills. This text integrates engineering acumen with management principles, offering insights on business, communication, ethics, and risk analysis. Topics included in this book: Project Management Principles specifically tailored for civil engineers with content relevant to infrastructure and real estate projects. Leadership and Power Dynamics to understand and leverage various forms of power that support team objectives. Risk Management concepts to develop skills in anticipating, assessing, and responding effectively to project threats and opportunities. Contract Law and Liability covering the complexities of contractual frameworks, project delivery methods, and broader legal aspects. Effective Communication strategies to enhance interactions with diverse clients, project team members, and external stakeholders. Value Creation principles that consider cost management while ensuring meaningful value in the project deliverables. Systems Perspective viewing projects as integral components of broader operational frameworks, including program and portfolio management. Supplementing the content of each chapter is a narrative that threads through the core topics of this book, providing tangible context to theoretical constructs. This narrative approach facilitates the application of project management principles. Authored by three professionals with backgrounds in engineering, law, and business, this book combines insightful experiences with practical recommendations. The interdisciplinary approach underscores the book's comprehensive nature, providing core frameworks directly applicable to real-world projects.
The 20 chapters written by specialists in biopolymers and biomedical engineering, provide a complete resource that systematically discusses the most widely used biopolymers and their biomedical applications, and presents all the important research and developments that have occurred in the field. Biopolymers covered include chitosan, alginates, cellulose, starch, carrageenan, gum, cyclodextrin, dextran, pullulan, collagen/gelatin, pectin, lignin, and polycaprolactone. Each chapter covers a single biopolymer, its properties, and biomedical applications. The chapters are arranged systematically, with the most common biopolymers discussed early in the book to give more insight into the field. Further, a specific chapter is dedicated to the application of biopolymers for wound healing with dedicated chapters to the application of bioplastics and biopolymers for the development of medical devices and biosensors, respectively. Additionally, a chapter is dedicated to the application of biopolymers in the field of dentistry, with a special focus on their risk to human health.
A practical reference manual dealing with a vital component of clinical practice in equine medicine The application of bandages, splints, and casts is an essential part of equine surgical and veterinary care. Traditionally, however, there have been few available resources wholly dedicated to application techniques. The result is that equine veterinary practitioners learn to bandage, splint, and cast on the job, with highly variable results; some practitioners are unwilling even to attempt a cast, spurning this valuable healing tool entirely rather than attempt it from an uncertain base of knowledge. Equine Bandaging, Splinting, and Casting Techniques offers the first comprehensive reference to this specific set of techniques and their applications in equine veterinary medicine. It promises to cultivate a rigorous, clinically tested, consistent standard of care that will improve patient outcomes and long-term owner costs. It is a must-own for any veterinary practitioner who works with equine patients. Equine Bandaging, Splinting, and Casting Techniques readers will also find: Step-by-step organization guides reader smoothly through each process Practical tips and advice for improving quality and appearance of bandages and casts Over 270 color images, including clinical examples and radiographs, supplementing every listed technique Equine Bandaging, Splinting, and Casting Techniques is ideal for all veterinary practitioners, technicians, and students interested in equine care.
"This must-read book debunks and critiques the Lucky Girl viral movement whilst providing you with all the tools you need to make your dreams come true. Brilliant." --VICKI BROADBENT Founder of honestmum.com, author and broadcaster Change your luck. Change your mindset. Change your life. When the world of social media clashed with the ancient methods of the Laws of Assumption and Attraction, the Lucky Girl Syndrome made its debut and became a viral sensation. But was it luck? Was it privilege? Or are the "lucky girls" actually on to something? In Lucky Girl, wellness expert Georgie May delivers a fun, effective, and engaging new approach to living your best life. You'll find the tools, practices, and rituals you need to change your luck and create the life you've always dreamed of. The perfect book for young working people, members of new and growing families, and anyone else who just wants to make their life more meaningful, Lucky Girl is the intuitive and approachable resource we've all been waiting for.
DEVELOP YOUR PRESENCE AND CAPTIVATE YOUR AUDIENCE Whether you're in a one-on-one meeting or in front of a large crowd, how your message is received depends on how you present yourself, in both voice and manner. To do this really well, you need gravitas. Prized by ancient roman orators, gravitas was considered an essential key to winning over an audience and communicating effectively. From top communication expert Dr Louise Mahler, this ground-breaking guide will show you how to become a better speaker, presenter, and leader. With Gravitas, you'll learn how to cultivate your presence, connect with your audience and persuade them to believe in you and your ideas. By harnessing your voice, your gestures and your body language, you'll develop your personal gravitas, enabling you to build trust effectively--and communicate any message clearly and with confidence. Learn how to: build your confidence as a public speaker prove yourself as a capable leader gain the trust of your team and clients give standout presentations, every time harness gravitas for exceptional communicating. It's time to rediscover our lost skills and revitalise the art of communication. In Gravitas, you'll find powerful, timeless frameworks for delivery that will transform your presence and influence as a leader today.
A quick reference on the common problems causing lameness in the horse presented in an easily accessible way. Highly illustrated throughout giving ready access to information for veterinary practitioners, helping them identify the most likely cause of lameness as quickly as possible. Guidelines for treatment are offered, including alternative therapies. The book provides an overview of causes of lameness, diagnostics and therapeutics including rehabilitation. Prevention and training is also discussed.
PRAISE FOR SUPER DECIDERS "The decisions we make today are more complex and interconnected than ever before. Super Deciders rigorously cuts through the noise with tools that help leaders of all kinds reach more informed and impactful decisions." --GREG CASE, Chief Executive Officer of Aon "Companies in dynamic, uncertain times should not rely on 'either-or' but 'and' decisions that lead to agile strategies. The current business needs to be constantly improved and optimized while agile strategies create further options for the future." --JOERG REINHARDT, Chairman of Novartis "Super Deciders brings discipline into the decision process that leaders face daily as they navigate their way to the strategic vision for their organization. Every decision needs to be influenced by the clarity of the vision for stakeholder value creation! How to bring those disciplines into the daily leadership cadence is critical for every leader and this book offers new insights into this critical leadership skill." --ROBERT CHAPMAN, Chairman of the Board & Chief Executive Officer of Barry-Wehmiller and author of The Wall Street Journal bestseller Everybody Matters: The Extraordinary Power of Caring for Your People Like Family "Super Deciders masterfully weaves together the science of decision-making with the magic of storytelling. A must-read for anyone seeking clarity in turbulent times." --ROLF DOBELLI, Founder of WORLD.MINDS and author of the million-copy bestseller The Art of Thinking Clearly "With a scientific journey through recent findings on how our brain understands problems and on how it makes decisions, Super Deciders develops a structured approach to decision-making that helps leaders navigate today's volatile, unpredictable, and ever-changing markets. Insightful concepts delivered with remarkable simplicity." --SABINE KELLER-BUSSE, President, UBS Switzerland "This timely book is an essential read for every decision-maker in organizations. The book lays out a systematic approach to problem-solving by bringing insights from research in neuroscience, psychology, and management to augment our experiences and intuitions with a more scientific approach to decision-making. The Super Deciders model provides actionable insights to decision-makers to know better what drives them--their goals, preferences, and values--and how they can make better decisions to build more adaptive organizations in an increasingly complex and uncertain world." --VIBHA GABA, The Berghmans Lhoist Chaired Professor of Entrepreneurial Leadership, INSEAD
Boost your output with AI It's time for marketers to adapt to another world-altering new technology. This time, it's artificial intelligence, and it's poised to impact how marketers get their work done. This book walks you through the concepts, use cases, and how-tos you'll need to plug AI into your marketing activities. Learn how AI tools and platforms can assist with planning, content creation, market segmentation, SEO, measurement, and beyond. With the easy-to-understand insight from one of the world's leading marketing transformation experts, you can retool your existing processes with an AI-first mindset and get ahead of the competition. Inside... Frameworks for integrating AI into marketing processes Clear explanations of using AI to drive smarter personalization Practical steps for transforming your market research efforts Instructions for creating marketing text, images, and video Best practices for AI-powered marketing in all businesses
See how AI transforms your portfolio Suddenly, artificial intelligence is everywhere, including on Wall Street. AI Investing For Dummies initiates you into this new world so you can take advantage of the top AI tools to give yourself an edge in the market--whatever your financial goals. Use AI to enhance your investment decisions in stocks, commodities, real estate, and beyond. You'll also get an insightful and jargon-free look at the risks and drawbacks of AI investing, and at the top AI stocks to watch as this game-changing technology takes flight Inside... How investors are using AI Investing with robo-advisors AI-driven economic analysis Retirement planning with AI The latest AI investing tools Avoiding common pitfalls Managing your money Tax considerations
Get ready for a career in IT security and efficiently prepare for the SY0-601 exam with a single, comprehensive resource CompTIA Security+ Practice Tests: Exam SY0-601, Second Edition efficiently prepares you for the CompTIA Security+ SY0-601 Exam with one practice exam and domain-by-domain questions. With a total of 1,000 practice questions, you’ll be as prepared as possible to take Exam SY0-601. Written by accomplished author and IT security expert David Seidl, the 2nd Edition of CompTIA Security+ Practice Tests includes questions covering all five crucial domains and objectives on the SY0-601 exam: Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities Architecture and Design Implementation Operations and Incident Response Governance, Risk, and Compliance Perfect for anyone looking to prepare for the SY0-601 Exam, upgrade their skills by earning a high-level security certification (like CASP+, CISSP, or CISA), as well as anyone hoping to get into the IT security field, CompTIA Security+ Practice Tests allows for efficient and comprehensive preparation and study.
Focusing on the experiences and contributions of overlooked African voices, Decolonising Geography highlights how geographers working in colonial and post-colonial universities conceptualised decolonisation in their research, practiced it through their academic careers and impacted the broader politics and national development of Africa.* Explores how a generation of academic geographers engaged with constitutional decolonisation during the end of the British empire in Africa* Includes thematically organized chapters examining the foundation of geography within colonial university colleges in the 1940s, the impact of the Cold War on African geography, anti-apartheid activism and transformation in South Africa, the legacies of decolonisation in contemporary African and British geography and more* Includes a biographical 'careering' approach, following the professional lives of individual geographers to provide fresh insights into decolonisation in the former British Empire in Africa, drawing from extensive archival research and more than 40 oral history interviews with geographers in Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania and the UK* A must-read for academics, researchers, scholars and general readers in the UK and Africa with an interest in the relationships between geography and decolonisation
This book provides a comprehensive review of the history of concepts of the endocrine, nervous and immune systems throughout the last century. Historically, these systems were long considered as compartments that performed separate and different functions. However, a breakthrough occurred when advances in genetics and cellular and molecular biology techniques revealed that these systems shared molecular entities (such as cytokines, hormones and neurotransmitters) with their cognate receptors. These molecular links between the three systems broaden our understanding of the regulation of physiological processes. This approach has generated a multiplicity of new concepts, including crosstalk between organs, axis, feedback, molecular sensors, protein multi-functionality, positive and negative signaling ratios and pathways (such as cell signaling, metabolism and stem cell differentiation, to name a few). The improvement of experimental approaches has often resulted in major discoveries. This, combined with clear reasoning, intuition and coherence gave rise to new and unexpected concepts, and sometimes evolving ones. These new concepts lead the reader to the incredible transformation of biology in recent years.
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