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Optimization of Water Management in Polder Areas Some Examples for the Temperate Humid and the Humid Tropical Zone

Optimization of Water Management in Polder Areas Some Examples for the Temperate Humid and the Humid Tropical Zone

The demand on land to produce food for urban development such as housing industry shopping areas infrastructure and also for recreation has increased during the history of mankind. This has resulted in such activities as the reclamation of swamps flood plains tidal areas and even lakes by impoldering. Model simulations can be use to gain insight into the system behaviour of different land use and soil composition under temperate humid and humid tropic conditions The existing package OPOL based on a non steady model was further developed to the version OPOL5 for the simulation of hydrological conditions and optimization of the main components of water management systems in polder areas in the temperate humid and humid tropical zone. This model reveals a system's behaviour as well as the effects of variation in the main components of the systems to the overall costs. For example the designs of pumped drainage systems in polder areas can be optimized | Optimization of Water Management in Polder Areas Some Examples for the Temperate Humid and the Humid Tropical Zone

GBP 115.00
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In Search of Vikings Interdisciplinary Approaches to the Scandinavian Heritage of North-West England

In Search of Vikings Interdisciplinary Approaches to the Scandinavian Heritage of North-West England

The Viking Age lasted a little over three centuries but has left a lasting legacy across Europe. These dynamic warrior-traders from Scandinavia who fought and interacted with peoples as far apart as North America Russia and Central Asia are some of the most recognizable historical figures in the western world. In the modern imagination they represent ruthlessness heroism adventurousness and a unique prestige embellished by the wondrous tales and poetry of the sagas. Yet the sum of evidence for the Viking presence is far less clear than their reputation implies. In Search of Vikings presents a collection of papers from experts in a broad range of disciplines including history archaeology genetics and linguistics to provide a detailed understanding of the Vikings in peace and in war. This book focuses on one particularly exciting area of the Viking world namely the north-west region of England where they are known to have settled in large numbers. North-west England was the crossroads between Ireland Scotland Wales the Isle of Man and the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms. It was a battleground for distant powers and dynasties and its Irish Sea coastline created opportunities for trading and settlement. Silver hoards burials and Old Norse place-names attest to the Viking presence and Scandinavian DNA is detectable amongst the modern population. The 12 integrated studies in this book are designed to reinvigorate the search for Vikings in this crucial region and to provide must-reading for anyone interested in Viking history. | In Search of Vikings Interdisciplinary Approaches to the Scandinavian Heritage of North-West England

GBP 175.00
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Cadmium in the Environment

Cadmium in the Environment

The focus of this report is upon information essential to the understanding of the toxic action of cadmium and the relationship between dose (exposure) and effects on human beings and animals. The therapy of cadmium poisoning has not been discussed. This review on cadmium in the environment has been performed under a contract between the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Environmental Hygiene of the Karolinska Institute Sweden. The report is intended to serve as a background paper for a future Air Quality Criteria document on cadmium. Therefore particular attention has been given to information relevant for the evaluation of risks due to long-term exposure to low concentrations of cadmium. Acute effects from short-term exposure to high concentrations are dealt with briefly. In vitro studies without bearing on the main problem have not been dealt with. The report is not limited to effects from exposure via inhalation. Newly accessible information showing that large populations may be exposed considerably via the oral route can elucidate chronic effects of cadmium in general. Man and animals can be victims of secondary exposure through vehicles such as food and water which have been contaminated by cadmium in air.

GBP 140.00
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Biosecurity in the Making The Threats the Aspects and the Challenge of Readiness

Biosecurity in the Making The Threats the Aspects and the Challenge of Readiness

The explosive growth of bioeconomy and bioscience coupled with an interconnected planet increases the potential impact of large-scale bio-events. Either causing public health threats as in epidemics or posing food security issues from mass poisonings to large-scale starvation such eventualities are direct threats and indirect destabilizers in a planetary context. The issue of Biosecurity thus pervades every affected aspect from exploitations of the agro-sector and the food industry to the Public Health management the novel therapeutic/treatment approaches the new age of space deep-sea and subterranean explorations and the interface with the cyber world and the massive or small-scale projection of violence. It has been present since ancient times tacitly and discreetly but only recently took its present guise the different aspects of which are explored in this book. | Biosecurity in the Making The Threats the Aspects and the Challenge of Readiness

GBP 105.00
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Professionalism in the Built Heritage Sector Edited Contributions to the International Conference on Professionalism in the Built Heritage S

Professionalism in the Built Heritage Sector Edited Contributions to the International Conference on Professionalism in the Built Heritage S

Professionalism entails the conduct aims and qualities that characterise a profession. The term is also used to describe education and training standards for the knowledge and skills necessary to perform a specific profession. In practice professional standards of practice and ethics are agreed upon and maintained by recognised associations. In the past professionalism has not occupied a central place in built heritage discussions policy and research. Recent changes in terms of public attitudes and sustainability concerns have had a cumulative impact on the requirements for professionalism in the built heritage sector. The future success of the sector will depend on the availability of adequate professionals and an appropriately skilled workforce. In practice the built heritage sector involves much more than interventions to conserve preserve rehabilitate or restore a heritage structure. Bringing a project to fruition begins with the formulation of a policy proceeds to the design and execution of intervention strategies and ends with ongoing maintenance of heritage structures and related future programming. This process requires sufficient interactions between different professionals to obtain a common vision and hold that vision throughout a project. At the same time the sustainability of the sector is also defined by effective governance societal support and cultural rationales. Professionalism in the Built Heritage Sector contains reports on the lectures of the international conference organized by the Raymond Lemaire International Centre for Conservation (Leuven Belgium February 5th-8th 2018). The contributions in this volume meet the increasing demand for shared information to support the transition towards a more sustainable conservation process. The volume consists of three main parts that deal with practice-led research or scientific research: Profiles and capacities Education training and quality labels and Obstacles and changes. | Professionalism in the Built Heritage Sector Edited Contributions to the International Conference on Professionalism in the Built Heritage S

GBP 105.00
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Managing Violence in the Workplace

Managing Violence in the Workplace

Managing Violence in the Workplace is a prescription that contains many lists of do's and don'ts and how to's for proactive and reactive responses to workplace violence. The authors have analyzed numerous incidents in the workplace and constructed how to guidelines. Be prepared for managing workplace violence. Develop procedures to reduce the potential for violence create contingency plans fulfill your legal and moral obligation to employees and the public reduce your company's liability and provide a safer environment for all. Who can benefit from Managing Violence in the Workplace? Any organizational executive risk manager security or human resource professional. anyone working to create a comprehensive organizational program for response to potential and actual incidents of workplace violence.

GBP 160.00
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Grass Varieties in the United States

Grass Varieties in the United States

This user-friendly handbook is a working guide to the status of named and experimental grasses available for use in the United States. It provides physical descriptions and status profiles of grass varieties including turf grass varieties. The handbook also contains maps and descriptions of Land Resources Regions and Plant Hardiness Zones that assist in the understanding of plant adaptation areas. Whenever available the information in the handbook includes: | Grass Varieties in the United States

GBP 175.00
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Practical Sanitation in the Food Industry

Practical Sanitation in the Food Industry

This book provides a clear practical approach to sanitation in the food industry. The content ranges from the principles of microbial growth through descriptions of cleaning chemicals to the management of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems. It will be an invaluable basic text for all tertiary students who intend to work in the food industry as well as for the existing industry personnel. | Practical Sanitation in the Food Industry

GBP 175.00
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Circular Economy in the Construction Industry

Circular Economy in the Construction Industry

Circular Economy in the Construction Industry is an invaluable resource for researchers policymakers implementers and PhD and Masters-level students in universities analyzing the present status of Construction and Demolition Wastes (C&DW) management materials development utilizing slag fly ash HDPE fibre geo-wastes and other wastes green concrete soil stabilization resource circulation in construction sectors success in experimentation & commercial production future needs and future research areas. While huge C&DW is wasted by dumping there is potential of recycling preventing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and environmental pollution as well as creating business opportunities. Circularity of resources in the construction industry can contribute to a more secure sustainable and economically sound future through proper policy instruments management systems and recycling by selecting the following: Supply chain sustainability and collection of C&D Wastes Appropriate separation and recycling technology Enforcement of policy instruments Productivity quality control of recycled products and intended end use Economic feasibility as business case commercialization generating employment. This book addresses most of the above issues in a lucid manner by experts in the field from different countries which are helpful for the related stakeholders edited by experts in the field.

GBP 115.00
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The Ups and Downs in Drug Design Adventures in Medicinal Chemistry

The Ups and Downs in Drug Design Adventures in Medicinal Chemistry

The Ups and Downs in Drug Design: Adventures in Medicinal Chemistry highlights the necessity for an integrative approach in medicinal chemistry and chemical biology. As medicinal chemistry is not a monolithic science it is important to emphasize the other various disciplines that are required for successful drug design. This book presents the author’s own personal experience in this field and describes the ups and downs that come with drug discovery. It is an excellent companion text for graduate and postgraduate students who would like further insight into the parameters of drug design including the challenges that come with the project. Key Features Illustrates real-life examples in medicinal chemistry Integrates the use of physical chemical and biological concepts that are important in drug design Highlights the ups and downs that come with drug discovery Aims to inspire students who may be struggling with the challenges and thought process in drug design Intends to be an excellent companion text for graduate and postgraduate students | The Ups and Downs in Drug Design Adventures in Medicinal Chemistry

GBP 105.00
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Lasers in the Conservation of Artworks XIII Proceedings of the International Conference on Lasers in the Conservation of Artworks XIII (LACO

Lasers in the Conservation of Artworks XIII Proceedings of the International Conference on Lasers in the Conservation of Artworks XIII (LACO

Light allows us not only to see the works of art but also to take care of them and preserve them for future generations through diagnosis of the degradation and deterioration phenomena conservation treatments and monitoring based on light-material interaction processes. Recent progress on this subject was discussed during the 13th International Conference on Lasers in the Conservation of Artworks (LACONA XIII Florence Italy 12-16 September 2022). This volume includes selected contributions presented at the conference on preservation topics photonic techniques and optimization methods. In particular the papers focus on the development and use of innovative spectroscopic and imaging characterization techniques the diagnostic knowledge of important artworks and the optimization of the laser solution for preserving a growing variety of cultural assets such as stone and metal artefacts painted surfaces textile feather and plastic artefacts. Lasers in the Conservation of Artworks XIII aims at scholars and operators of the community of preservation of cultural heritage at teachers and students of training courses on diagnostic and conservation methods applied physics and chemistry as well as archaeology and art history. | Lasers in the Conservation of Artworks XIII Proceedings of the International Conference on Lasers in the Conservation of Artworks XIII (LACO

GBP 110.00
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Topics in the Theory of Solid Materials

Topics in the Theory of Solid Materials

Topics in the Theory of Solid Materials provides a clear and rigorous introduction to a wide selection of topics in solid materials overlapping traditional courses in both condensed matter physics and materials science and engineering. It introduces both the continuum properties of matter traditionally the realm of materials science courses and the quantum mechanical properties that are usually more emphasized in solid state physics courses and integrates them in a manner that will be of use to students of either subject. The book spans a range of basic and more advanced topics including stress and strain wave propagation thermal properties surface waves polarons phonons point defects magnetism and charge density waves. Topics in the Theory of Solid Materials is eminently suitable for graduates and final-year undergraduates in physics materials science and engineering as well as more advanced researchers in academia and industry studying solid materials.

GBP 145.00
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Recent Advances in the Science of Cannabis

Recent Advances in the Science of Cannabis

Recent Advances in the Science of Cannabis describes progress in a variety of significant areas of cannabis science. This unique book covers topics in cultivation and secondary metabolites aroma and chemotypes cannabinoid structures physiology and pharmacology as well as the development of unique topical products. State-of-the-art analytical methods and instrumentation are covered including current developments in mass spectrometry and chromatography as well as microbial testing. Given the popularity of smoking and vaporizing cannabis the chemistry of vaping cannabinoid and terpene concentrates is also presented along with emerging regulatory issues. Key Features: A guide to emerging modern cannabis technology in a dynamic regulatory climate and appealing to both novices and specialists. Building upon pioneering studies of terpene and cannabinoid chemistry this distinctive volume describes current best practices technological breakthroughs and historical context. Written by researchers in industry and academia a greater understanding of the risks of exposure to emissions from vaping or dabbing cannabis concentrates is provided here. A selection of the book content reviewing Thermal Degradation of Cannabinoids and Cannabis Terpenes has been included in “Hot 2021” RSC Advances.

GBP 115.00
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Artificial Intelligence in STEM Education The Paradigmatic Shifts in Research Education and Technology

Artificial Intelligence in STEM Education The Paradigmatic Shifts in Research Education and Technology

Artificial intelligence (AI) opens new opportunities for STEM education in K-12 higher education and professional education contexts. This book summarizes AI in education (AIED) with a particular focus on the research practice and technological paradigmatic shifts of AIED in recent years. The 23 chapters in this edited collection track the paradigmatic shifts of AIED in STEM education discussing how and why the paradigms have shifted explaining how and in what ways AI techniques have ensured the shifts and envisioning what directions next-generation AIED is heading in the new era. As a whole the book illuminates the main paradigms of AI in STEM education summarizes the AI-enhanced techniques and applications used to enable the paradigms and discusses AI-enhanced teaching learning and design in STEM education. It provides an adapted educational policy so that practitioners can better facilitate the application of AI in STEM education. This book is a must-read for researchers educators students designers and engineers who are interested in the opportunities and challenges of AI in STEM education. | Artificial Intelligence in STEM Education The Paradigmatic Shifts in Research Education and Technology

GBP 170.00
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Safety Engineering in the Oil and Gas Industry

Safety Engineering in the Oil and Gas Industry

When accidents occur in the oil and gas industry the impacts can be profound. Serious injury or death to workers environmental disasters and colossal costs for insurance or clean ups make the industry a hazardous one to operate in. Disasters become major news events such as the Prestige oil spill Piper Alpha Exxon Valdez oil spill and Deepwater Horizon. A move towards improving the health and safety of the industry is underway. This book emphasizes controlling managing and mitigating the risk of hazards in the oil and gas industry increasing safety and protecting the environment by identifying the hazards in the oil and gas industry through safety engineering techniques and management methods. Safety Engineering in the Oil and Gas Industry discusses how to improve safety and reliability in the oil and gas industry so that hazards can be reduced to the lowest level feasible. It covers the techniques needed to operate safely in an oil and/or gas industry setting the standards that should be adhered to the impacts of PPE fire and explosions equipment and infrastructure failures and storage and reliability engineering amongst many other topics. This book is written in an easy-to-read and appealing style and multiple-choice questions are included to help with learning and understanding the concepts included. Underpinned by real life case studies and examples this book aims to allow readers to consider how they can reduce the costs associated with bad safety practices to their business through maintained and consistent health safety and environmental (HSE) standards. This book is a must-read for any student or professional studying or working in the oil and gas industries. It also has additional appeal to those with an academic or professional interest in occupational health and safety civil engineering offshore engineering and maritime engineering.

GBP 130.00
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Organisation Management in the Digital Economy Globalization Challenges

Organisation Management in the Digital Economy Globalization Challenges

This book highlights the essence of information technology in the modern digital world in relation to improvements and threats to organisations and e-business in the era of the digital economy. Rapid IT development has created modern business proposals such as digital and virtual currencies crowdfunding peer-to-peer lending mobile banking online investing and new payment systems. This allows organisations and firms to increase competitiveness by using financial products and services thus increasing their value. Information technology users receive significant timesaving and a choice of investment options. At the same time there is a new challenge for regulators who must monitor how this or that technology affects the financial sector. The authors have collected and systematised information on the models of using information technology in e-business as well as issues of applying information technology in smart organisations and public institutions. The book addresses the issues of risk management in organizations and the problems of personal and social risks resulting from the use of information technology. In addition the book presents a review of e-commerce sectors and models as well as e-commerce tools international payment systems and modern money systems. Risks threats and security rules for using banking services e-commerce and payment systems are reviewed and systematised. | Organisation Management in the Digital Economy Globalization Challenges

GBP 105.00
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Biodegradable Polymers Value Chain in the Circular Economy

Biodegradable Polymers Value Chain in the Circular Economy

Studying (bio)degradable polymers value chain can help one understand the importance of these to the environment and human health. This book provides an overview of the biodegradable polymer along the value chain identifies and analyses existing practices for biodegradable plastics and assess the relevant legal regulatory economic and practical reasons for the importance of proper use and proper recycling of biodegradable plastics. It covers related materials development environmental impacts their synthesis by traditional and biotechnological routes policy and certification manufacturing processes (bio)degradable polymer properties and so forth. Features: Gives a clear idea of the present state of the art and future trends in the research of the biodegradable polymers in the context of circular economy Describes the entire value chain and life cycle of bioplastics are covered considering different types of polymers Clarifies the life safety of (bio)degradable polymeric materials Presents novel opportunities and ideas for developing or improving technologies Determines the course of degradation during prediction study This book is aimed at researchers graduate students and professionals in the polymer processing industry (petrochemical polymer industry industry producing bio-based and (bio)degradable polymers) food packaging industry industry involved in waste management pharma industry chemical engineering product engineering and biotechnology. | Biodegradable Polymers Value Chain in the Circular Economy

GBP 110.00
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A Pictorial Guide to Metamorphic Rocks in the Field

A Pictorial Guide to Metamorphic Rocks in the Field

This book is an illustrative introduction to metamorphic rocks as seen in the field designed for advanced high school to graduate-level earth science and geology students to jump-start their observational skills. In addition to photographs of rocks in the field there are numerous line diagrams and examples of metamorphic features shown in thin section. The thin section photos are all at a scale and in a context that can be related to views seen in the field through a hand lens. | A Pictorial Guide to Metamorphic Rocks in the Field

GBP 175.00
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Sustainability of Business in the Context of Environmental Management

Sustainability of Business in the Context of Environmental Management

Sustainability of Business in the Context of Environmental Management studies the newly emerged concept of ‘sustainable business’ in view of the growing Indian economy. It explores the current corporate social responsibility practices adopted with special reference to environmental management in Indian companies. The book compares the legal financial economic industrial and social behavioural aspects. Out of these aspects industrial aspect in view of ‘environmental management’ is discussed in detail. It also explores the forces driving the changing relationship between business and society and corporate leadership reacting to environmental challenges. Finally the book restates the concept of increasing profitability through societal development. Please note: This volume is Co-published with The Energy and Resources Institute Press New Delhi. Taylor & Francis does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India Pakistan Nepal Bhutan Bangladesh and Sri Lanka

GBP 130.00
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Perfluoroalkyl Substances in the Environment Theory Practice and Innovation

Perfluoroalkyl Substances in the Environment Theory Practice and Innovation

Per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) often referred to as per- (and poly) fluorinated compounds (PFCs) have been used for years in many everyday¾ and some lifesaving¾ products. However their use has been linked to adverse health effects in humans a problem compounded by their persistence in the environment. This book discusses the various challenges of PFAS in our environment today including their historical use as well as their chemical and toxicological properties. It also presents robust discussion of analytical challenges and special considerations in sampling. The work goes on to give practical recommendations for dealing with these compounds in today's dynamic regulatory landscape and includes several chapters on various remediation techniques. Key Features: Comprehensive overview of per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) historical use and chemical/physical properties which help us understand their persistence transport and transformation pathways in the environment In-depth analysis of PFAS toxicology Detailed descriptions of conventional and state-of-the-art remediation technologies Practical recommendations for dealing with PFAS in a dynamic regulatory landscape Robust discussion of important sampling and analytical considerations Perfluoroalkyl Substances in the Environment: Theory Practice and Innovation explores the challenges across the topical areas of regulation and management toxicology environmental remediation and analytical sampling and analysis. Readers will find this text helpful in understanding complexities associated with PFAS and informing management strategies to effectively protect this and future generations. | Perfluoroalkyl Substances in the Environment Theory Practice and Innovation

GBP 150.00
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Industrial Hygiene in the Pharmaceutical and Consumer Healthcare Industries

Industrial Hygiene in the Pharmaceutical and Consumer Healthcare Industries

This volume is an update on the use of containment in the pharmaceutical industry and consumer healthcare. It serves to highlight how industrial hygiene acts as a driving force within these industries to reduce the risk of exposure to chemical and physical agents particularly to powders and dusts while taking all factors into account. The author emphasizes how this book is not designed to replace other texts on containment; rather it will serve to show a practical approach of utilizing the technologies within the high-demand industries of pharmaceuticals and consumer healthcare. Features: Timely coverage of changes in process control technology for the phamaceutical industry a dynamic area in terms of products and manufacturing processes Provides an update on the unique requirements of these industries and how they differ from others for example the microelectronics or specialized chemicals industries Draws on the author's vast experience in the field of industrial hygiene and hazardous materials Presents a collection of unique situations in which industrial hygiene was implemented to resolve a variety of scenarios and did not interfere with quality issues Addresses current topics relating to industry evolution such as migration of therapies to higher potency RiskMAP new modalities in medicines and treatments large molecule therapeutics and conjugates | Industrial Hygiene in the Pharmaceutical and Consumer Healthcare Industries

GBP 99.99
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