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E-Cigarettes - - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

E-Cigarettes - - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

This book reviews the current literature relevant to college students and e-cigarette use, with emphasis on the perceived risks and benefits of use, and discusses how this information may be applied to future interventions in this population. E-cigarettes are battery-operated devices, vape pens, e-hookah, e-cigars, e-pipes, or other electronic nicotine delivery systems. They are designed to heat a liquid solution that emulates smoking using a smoke-free technique. Ongoing studies of nicotine salts and by-products such as N-nitrosonornicotine and nicotyrine and their physiological effects are also reviewed.

DKK 624.00
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E-Government - - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

E-Government - - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

The book begins by addressing an investigation conducted in a current EU project wherein it was made evident that the successful interplay between institutions and technology makes the digitization of government services possible. The authors present the results of a systematic literature mapping that reviews the adoption level of enterprise architectures in local e-governments. These results will indicate where and how enterprise architectures have been used, which frameworks are used for their definition, and possible challenges and opportunities for their utilization in the local e-government context. An empirical evaluation that combines two different Multi-criteria decision making techniques, called AHP and TOPSIS, is provided, along with steps that must be taken to apply these theories in comparing e-government sites. A report is included on Korea's electronic government policies during the Roh Moo-hyun administration. President Roh Moo-hyun was directly engaged as a developer in the e-government development team, designing document management and task management processes with experts. The fact that the president of a country directly participated in the development of the e-government system remains a rare case in the world. Additionally, citizens' behavior is investigated in conjunction with the role of "Citizen Service Centers" in e-government adoption in Greece, with the goal of contributing to the understanding of the users' motivations.

DKK 718.00
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E-Learning - - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

E-Learning - - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

As the world recovers from the unprecedented outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the field of education continues to cushion the impacts of school closures and teaching disruption through various measures. E-learning, while not new, has taken a greater role in mitigating the effects of the pandemic. This book is not only a collection of chapters shared by researchers and academics but also a manifestation of the dedication of those involved in the pursuit of providing equitable and quality education through the support of e-learning tools and platforms.

DKK 718.00
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Easy, Enjoyable, Effective E-Learning - - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Easy, Enjoyable, Effective E-Learning - - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

This book illustrates an "Easy", "Enjoyable", "Effective" e-Learning system called "Apty" (Automated Practice & Test System). Today, the Internet is just as available in homes as it is in companies, schools and anywhere else where broad-band communication lines are available. This establishes the social environments for e-Learning. However, under present circumstances, e-Learning systems cannot be used without conditions. The spread of e-Learning in elementary schools, junior high schools, senior high schools, colleges and universities is not wide enough. There are a number of issues with current e-learning systems: there are difficulties in installing and administering e-Learning systems; the development of courseware is time-consuming; educators are often forced to use ready-made products; student-users need to perform several operations to reach their desired page of interest because of the complexity of current e-Learning systems; and finally, quality e-Learning systems are costly. This book is divided into three parts: Introduction, Advanced, and Expert. The introduction part explains the general functions of the Apty system. Although the Advanced and Expert parts may require background information in certain cases, nearly all functions of the Apty system can be utilised according to the instructions outlined in this book. The Apty system is "enjoyable". Students can enjoy studying with the Apty system. The system randomly chooses questions from the pool of those previously created and stored. Each time students log in, they can practice a few new questions in a short time. In practice drills and examinations that consist of a series of short quizzes, those top ten scores appear in a subject home page, and anyone can view these scores without logging in. Since the top ten practice scores can be summarised for each week or even for each day, it is possible for anyone to get the top score. The order of the top ten scores changes very often. This can encourage students to study hard by competing with each other.

DKK 890.00
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Vitamin E & Ionizing Radiation - Nelida L. Del Mastro - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Vitamin E & Ionizing Radiation - Nelida L. Del Mastro - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Vitamin E -- a family of eight natural structurally related tocopherols and tocotrienols compounds expressed generally as a-tocopherol -- represents an essential component in human nutrition required for the preservation of lipids in stable form in biological systems and also in foods. In commonly consumed foods, vitamin E appears among the main antioxidants together with vitamins A and C and minerals like copper, zinc and selenium. The effect of gamma irradiation on the level of nutritional factors has been investigated. This book examines the study of the effects of vitamin E on the formation of end products of radiation-induced free-radicals transformation, which shows that the vitamin is able to oxidise a-hydroxyl-containing radical, yielding the respective carbonyl or to reduce them to the initial molecules.

DKK 633.00
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E-Government - Vincent T Perillo - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

E-Government - Vincent T Perillo - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

The use of information technology to provide consistent access to and dissemination of government information is essential to promote a more citizen-centred government in a cost-effective manner. Agencies manage web-based technologies and services to help citizens obtain government information and services. In addition, agencies use information technology to communicate with the public and gather feedback to determine whether Federal programs are achieving results and meeting user needs. E-Government is the result of this use of information technology to improve citizen access to government information and services. To ensure agencies apply E-Government principles and use information technology to the fullest potential, agencies measure results to verify progress and planned performance improvement. This allows agencies to better manage their information resources including their investments in information technology. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) works with agencies to systematically track and measure whether resources used by programs help achieve intended goals and results through the President''s Management Agenda (PMA) Scorecard each quarter. The Federal Government continues to deploy industry-leading information technologies to more effectively manage and deliver government information and services. This results in more effective and transparent operations of Federal programs with an increased ability to manage the risks associated with information technology and protect information in care of the Federal government. Greater access to government information benefits the country by sustaining an informed citizenry, aiding government decision-makers, and supporting the economy, all of which are fundamental to a healthy democracy.

DKK 890.00
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e-Government in High Gear - - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

e-Government in High Gear - - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Like it or not -- it is here to stay. Some observers have noted that whatever it turns out to be, e-government can''t possibly be worse than government is already. State governments and the Federal Government are already using the internet in unexpected ways to provide information and services to the citizens. Call centres for some state government services in New York have even relocated to India where replies come back via email -- sometimes even related to the question. Many government documents are now available on the internet but not in paper. Whether this new development will turn out to be better or worse for most of the citizens is unknown, especially those who are not masters at internet searching or are not especially knowledgeable about computers. This book gathers important reports on the subject.

DKK 514.00
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Campaign Finance Legislation in Congress - Joseph E Cantor - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Campaign Finance Legislation in Congress - Joseph E Cantor - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

During the 109th Congress, 51 bills were introduced to change the nation''s campaign finance laws (primarily under Titles 2 and 26 of the U.S. Code). These bills - 43 in the House and 8 in the Senate - sought to change the current system, including tightening perceived loopholes. Two of those bills passed the House, but no bill passed both chambers. Therefore, no statutory changes occurred in federal campaign finance law during the 109th Congress. Although the 109th Congress chose not to enact campaign finance legislation, Congress nonetheless considered dozens of bills addressing a wide variety of topics. In summarising that legislation, this book identifies 14 major topics (categories) addressed in the bills. These categories are diverse, ranging from changing individual contribution limits to regulating independent expenditures. Although some bills called for increased regulation, others proposed less regulation. Hence, legislative activity during the 109th Congress reflected a long-standing debate in campaign finance policy over extending regulation of campaign finance practices versus limiting the reach of such regulation.

DKK 514.00
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Impact of E-Learning Programs on the Internationalization of the University - Yusra L Visser - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Impact of E-Learning Programs on the Internationalization of the University - Yusra L Visser - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

The University, a 13th century medieval educational construct initially developed in France, Italy, and England, but later exported to virtually every part of the globe, has from its inception possessed an integrated international character. The University is still widely regarded as an inherently "international" institution, drawing together both faculty and students from all parts of the world to gather at a single location to carry on the university''s mission of learning and research. This book examines the impact of web-based e-learning on university internationalisation.

DKK 534.00
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Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Technology of Black Molydenum Spectrally Selective Surfaces - E E Chain - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc -

Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Technology of Black Molydenum Spectrally Selective Surfaces - E E Chain - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc -

Since 1980, when first applied in the new lamp industry, chemical vapour deposition has been employed in a diverse group of technologies (Jacobson, 1982). At present, CVD plays vital role in microelectronics, wear and radiation resistant coatings, fibre-optics, and the purification and fabrication of exotic materials, from ultra-low expansion glasses to high purity refractory metals. CVD has four major advantages over most other thin film deposition techniques. First, the process allows tight control over gas stream flow rate and composition which leads to predictable and repeatable film composition and graded structures, if desired. Second, the thermal activation of the reaction establishes thermal equilibrium at the site of film deposition, producing tight, highly co-ordinated structures. Third, the throwing power of CVD is excellent, allowing for the coating of less accessible surfaces such as the inside of tubes. Last, the are is especially well suited to the deposition of refractory materials which is difficult by other techniques.

DKK 405.00
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Adventure Education and Positive Youth Development in Aotearoa, New Zealand - - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Adventure Education and Positive Youth Development in Aotearoa, New Zealand - - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

This book consists of nine chapters, each of which provides an example of a context for positive youth development in Aoteroa, New Zealand. These contexts cover high school (Chapters 1, 3, and 9), the rugby field (Chapter 8), the ocean (Chapters 2, 4, and 5), and youth-led events (Chapter 6). Moreover, in Chapter 7, the authors dare to dream that video games may provide a novel context for positive youth development. Importantly, the book includes chapters that focus on Maori youth (Chapter 5), Pasifika youth (Chapter 8), and youth from a refugee background (Chapter 9).

DKK 718.00
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Burns - Ruth E Humphries - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Burns - Ruth E Humphries - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

In this book, the authors present current research in the study of burns. Burns are responsible for significant morbidity and mortality and are among the most devastating of all traumatic injuries, resulting in physical impairment, permanent disabilities, and emotional distress. Topics discussed in this compilation include the diagnosis, management and research of burns; the current and future directions of burn resuscitation and wound management; a manual therapy approach, known as Mulligan''s mobilisations with movement, and its use for treatment and management of hand burn injuries; the epidemiological characteristics of burn injuries; and finally, the authors discuss hospital experiences of patients with paediatric burns.

DKK 1034.00
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Dermis - Rosemary E Walling - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Dermis - Rosemary E Walling - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Skin, which is in continuous evolution throughout our lifetime, suffers changes with age and may develop malignancies. The part of the skin most involved in its bio-mechanical functions is the dermis. Topics discussed in this compilation include the cellular and histological changes in dermis aging; non-invasive methods in the study of the dermal structure and composition; and dermal and epidermal interaction.

DKK 1034.00
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Nanofiltration - Donald E. Hamilton - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Nanofiltration - Donald E. Hamilton - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Molecular scale separations have been possible since the latter part of the 20th century with the advent of reverse osmosis and nanofiltration for separation of ions and other molecules. Nanofiltration (NF) membranes have come a long way since it was first introduced during the late 80''s. Until recently, industrial applications of separation techniques have been almost exclusively used in the treatment of waste water and desalination but in the last years several applications in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries have been developed, including with non-aqueous solvents. Chapter One covers the membrane separation of molecules dissolved in organic liquids, a new area of membrane science with huge potential for applications across chemical-related industry sectors. Chapter Two is devoted to the mathematical modelling of nanofiltration and describes discontinuous diafiltration by periodically added solvent at a constant pressure difference. In Chapter Three, basic theory on the critical, threshold and boundary flux theories will be covered, leading to measurement methods of the corresponding parameters and the use of these data for optimised process design. The objective of this approach is to operate the process without incurring in irreversible or high fouling issues for a long period of time in the plant. Chapter Four gives an overview regarding nanofiltration application for recovering high added-value compounds from the above mentioned agroindustrial by-products and waste streams. For example, in cheese making production, NF has been recently used to recover the components of cheese whey ultrafiltration (UF) permeates of a molecular weight lower than 1000 Da, aiming for its selective separation, concentration and/or demineralisation, with advantages over other techniques.

DKK 1034.00
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Large Partnerships - Francis E. Stephens - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Large Partnerships - Francis E. Stephens - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

The number of large partnerships has more than tripled to 10,099 from tax year 2002 to 2011. Almost two-thirds of large partnerships had more than 1,000 direct and indirect partners, had six or more tiers and/or self-reported being in the finance and insurance sector, with many being investment funds. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) audits few large partnerships. Most audits resulted in no change to the partnership''s return and the aggregate change was small. Although internal control standards call for information about effective resource use, IRS has not defined what constitutes a large partnership and does not have codes to track these audits. According to IRS auditors, the audit results may be due to challenges such as finding the sources of income within multiple tiers while meeting the administrative tasks required by the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 (TEFRA) within specified time frames. This book determines what IRS knows about the number and characteristics of large partnerships; assesses IRS''s ability to audit them; and also assess IRS''s efforts to address the audit challenges.

DKK 890.00
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Environmental Protection - John E. Blodgett - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Environmental Protection - John E. Blodgett - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

In recent years, the interest in alternatives to the nation''s ''command-and-control'' approach to environmental protection has heightened. Driving this interest are concerns that the current approach to environmental protection has heightened, that the current approach is inefficient and excessively costly, and that it is ineffective in addressing certain problems such as non-point source pollution and global climate change. Alternative environmental protection approaches range from proposals that would replace the current system to ones that would supplement it. Elements of the proposals include enhanced information processes, greater reliance on market mechanisms, devolution of federal responsibilities to state and local decision-makers, and substitution of private markets for public actions. The proposals for the most part represent a mix of techniques, and few are really new. Most of the ideas have been developed and promoted for some time; many have been incorporated to some degree in existing programs. This book briefly summarises a number of ''new approaches''.

DKK 277.00
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Presidential Transitions - Ida E Burkhalter - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Presidential Transitions - Ida E Burkhalter - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

The constitutional transfer of power and authority from an incumbent American President to a successor is a momentous occasion in American government. In the present day, this transfer of authority is a complex and multi-faceted undertaking, as the outgoing Administration concludes its affairs and the incoming Administration gets organised. In recent decades, presidential transition activities have begun months before the general election; the major candidates usually have asked individuals or small groups to begin to formulate plans in the event of an electoral victory. Preparations have accelerated after the election, as the attention of the President-elect and his supporters has turned from campaigning to governing. The President-elect and his team have approximately 11 weeks. This book presents important issues dealing with major aspects of these critical transitions.

DKK 890.00
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Quantum Kinetics - Mark E. Perel'man - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Quantum Kinetics - Mark E. Perel'man - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

The author considers basic definitions of temporal functions in the quantum field theory (delays in scattering processes and durations of formation of particles and states, their "dressing") and further on their basis experimentally checkable theories are examined: the theory of optical dispersion, the theory of multiphoton processes, the theory of condensed states and phase transitions of the first kind, the theory of near field. The offered approach allows resolving such known difficulties, as the defining of physical sense of some renormalisation procedures, the so-called "superluminal" phenomena, some other paradoxes.

DKK 633.00
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Acne - K I E Hon - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Acne - K I E Hon - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Acne vulgaris is a highly prevalent, chronic inflammatory disease of pilosebaceous units. It is the most common skin disease affecting more than 85% of teenagers and young adults. It is not known how often these affected individuals would seek medical advice and treatment, but studies have shown that their quality of life can be severely compromised. The pathophysiology of acne involves increased production of sebum, proliferation of Propionibacterium acnes with resultant increase in chemotactic factors and pro-inflammatory mediators which lead to inflammation, release of lipids into the sebaceous duct and follicle, and obstruction of the pilosebaceous canal caused by hyperproliferation and shedding of keratinocytes in clumps. Hormonal and genetic factors also play major roles. This book offers information pertinent to this widespread condition.

DKK 633.00
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Hedge Funds - Yeram E Torrey - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Hedge Funds - Yeram E Torrey - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Since the 1998 near collapse of Long-Term Capital Management (LTCM), a large hedge fund -- a pooled investment vehicle that is privately managed and often engages in active trading of various types of securities and commodity futures and options -- the number of hedge funds has grown, and they have attracted investments from institutional investors such as pension plans. Hedge funds generally are recognised as important sources of liquidity and as holders and managers of risks in the capital markets. Although the market impacts of recent hedge fund near collapses were less severe than that of LTCM, they recalled concerns about risks associated with hedge funds and they highlighted the continuing relevance of questions raised over LTCM. This book (1) describes how federal financial regulators oversee hedge fund-related activities under their existing authorities; (2) examines what measures investors, creditors, and counterparties have taken to impose market discipline on hedge funds; and (3) explores the potential for systemic risk from hedge fund-related activities and describes actions regulators have taken to address this risk.

DKK 890.00
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Lifelong Learning - Gail E. Fitzsimons - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Lifelong Learning - Gail E. Fitzsimons - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

For a variety of historical, cultural, social, and/or economic reasons, adults may experience the need to continue their mathematics education in some form. In today''s world, technology is playing an increasingly important role in educational situations, in the workplace, and at home. Technology plays a dual role in the teaching and learning of mathematics/numeracy for adults. Technology, electronic and otherwise, offers a medium to enhance learning in the form of tools such as rulers and compasses as well as software programs. However, these need to be made objects of learning in their own right before they can support higher level thinking. This book illustrates how electronic technologies offer new and improved levels of learning, especially in the field of mathematics.

DKK 534.00
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Migration in Sports - Panagiotis E Dimitropoulos - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Migration in Sports - Panagiotis E Dimitropoulos - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Undoubtedly, professional football hails as the most popular sport around the world. Dozens of football players, coaches, managers, agents, and fans are partake in it every day in some form, whether it is earning money, entertaining, or simply watching this sport. However, a crucial issue that requires attention is the immigration of players to foreign championships in order to be able to take advantage of professional opportunities or to find a way into more advanced football leagues. The purpose of this book is to study the immigration of athletes onto the European football field, with an emphasis on the Greece Superleague. The main conclusion that has emerged from this study is that more and more Greek players take advantage of the free market and choose to leave by migrating to find better working conditions in one of the most advanced European championships. At the same time, this book addresses that the flow of foreign athletes has increased remarkably in all European countries and in Greece specifically, which is the seventh highest host European country of migrant footballers, despite the small size and competitiveness of the Greek league.

DKK 820.00
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John Quincy Adams - Paul E Teed - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

John Quincy Adams - Paul E Teed - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

By the standards that historians usually use to judge presidents, John Quincy Adams was a failure. Although better qualified for the office than any American of his generation, he served for only one term and was unable to accomplish any of the most cherished goals set forth so boldly at the beginning of his presidency. Yet John Quincy Adams has not shared the fate of other presidential "failures" that have faded almost entirely from the national memory. This book provides a concise, synthetic biography of Adams that seeks to integrate the themes of his life into an understandable whole that explains both the successes and failures of his extraordinary career. Using his published journals and writings as basic sources, the book presents a succinct narrative of Adams'' career that draws upon the best scholarship on his life and times.

DKK 633.00
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Controlling Disease Outbreaks - Nico E L Meessen - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Controlling Disease Outbreaks - Nico E L Meessen - Bog - Nova Science Publishers Inc - Plusbog.dk

Recent outbreaks of a novel avian influenza A virus (H5N1) in Asia, Africa and Europe were a chilling reminder that another human pandemic may occur any time. Such a world-wide outbreak will cause intense human suffering, disruption of social systems, major economic losses, and greatly burden health care services. Several pandemics during the last century, like the ''Spanish flu'' (1918), the ''Asian flu'' (1957), the ''Hong Kong flu'' (1968) and SARS (2003) prompted health care authorities for preparedness planning. This book describes these recent incidents and emphasises the need for more structured planning and preparation for medical emergencies such as emerging infectious disease outbreaks.

DKK 538.00
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