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Advanced Hydroinformatics Machine Learning and Optimization for Water Resources The rapid development of machine learning brings new possibilities for hydroinformatics research and practice with its ability to handle big data sets, identify patterns and anomalies in data, and provide more accurate forecasts. Advanced Hydroinformatics: Machine Learning and Optimization for Water Resources presents both original research and practical examples that demonstrate how machine learning can advance data analytics, accuracy of modeling and forecasting, and knowledge discovery for better water management. Volume Highlights Include: Overview of the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques in hydroinformatics Advances in modeling hydrological systems Different data analysis methods and models for forecasting water resources New areas of knowledge discovery and optimization based on using machine learning techniques Case studies from North America, South America, the Caribbean, Europe, and Asia The American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity. Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals.

Learn basic Python programming to create functional and effective visualizations from earth observation satellite data setsThousands of satellite datasets are freely available online, but scientists need the right tools to efficiently analyze data and share results. Python has easy-to-learn syntax and thousands of libraries to perform common Earth science programming tasks.Earth Observation Using Python: A Practical Programming Guide presents an example-driven collection of basic methods, applications, and visualizations to process satellite data sets for Earth science research.* Gain Python fluency using real data and case studies* Read and write common scientific data formats, like netCDF, HDF, and GRIB2* Create 3-dimensional maps of dust, fire, vegetation indices and more* Learn to adjust satellite imagery resolution, apply quality control, and handle big files* Develop useful workflows and learn to share code using version control* Acquire skills using online interactive code available for all examples in the bookThe American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity. Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals.Find out more about this book from this Q&A with the Author

Aimed at scientists, students, regulators, academics and consultants throughout the world, this book is an ideal resource for anyone interested in the state of the art in drug design and discovery.

Demystifies the academic career path with practical adviceWith the number of people being awarded PhDs growing far more rapidly than the supply of academic jobs, those at an early-career stage must think strategically in order to be competitive and successful.Navigating an Academic Career: A Brief Guide for PhD students, Post docs, and New Faculty is a concise and conversational manual that guides readers through starting their academic journey, surviving the demands of their first academic position, and thriving in academia and beyond.Volume highlights include:* Firsthand perspective on the characteristics of a successful academic* Guidance on interviewing, negotiating, branding, and other essential soft skills* Tips for effective time management and writing high-impact research papers* Insights into developing leadership skills and mentoring othersThe American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity. Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals.

Environmental Radiochemical Analysis VI is a collection of original papers presented at the 13th International Symposium on Environmental Radiochemical Analysis held in September 2018.

Discussing the state of the art research in particle science and technology and their roles in the environment, this book will contain a selection of high quality papers from the UK-China International Particle Technology Forum IV held in Shanghai.

Published by the American Geophysical Union as part of the Special Publications Series. Whether you are a science undergraduate or graduate student, post-doc or senior scientist, you need practical career development advice. Put Your Science to Work: The Take-Charge Career Guide for Scientists can help you explore all your options and develop dynamite strategies for landing the job of your dreams. Completely revised and updated from the best-selling To Boldly Go: A Practical Career Guide for Scientists, this second edition offers expert help from networking to negotiating a job offer. This is the book you need to start moving your career in the right direction.

Magnetic Resonance in Food Science is an authoritative summary of state-of the-art research contributions from the world's leading scientists.

Describing the latest research advances in the science and technology of hydrocolloids which are used in food and related systems, this book captures presentations of leading scientists for researchers and other professionals in industry and academia and as a reference for students of food science.

The book focuses on this process and development of the European chemical societies before World War I and up to 1930.

Science is built on a foundation of trust and the assumption that all scientists conduct their work with integrity and honesty. Written by geoscientists for geoscientists, Scientific Integrity and Ethics in the Geosciences acquaints readers with the fundamental principles of scientific integrity and geoethics, providing practical applications for everyday work in the classroom, laboratory, and field. Volume highlights include: Examples of the latest international and national codes and policies Exploration of the role of professional societies in scientific integrity and ethics Challenges and solutions for scientific integrity and ethics in publications and research data Discussion of scientific integrity and geoethics in science and education Case studies and resources for teaching and discussion Scientific Integrity and Ethics in the Geosciences is a valuable resource for students, faculty, instructors, and scientists in the geosciences and beyond. It is also useful for geoscientists working in industry, government, and policymaking.

Oil and Gas Exploration: Methods and Application presents a summary of new results related to oil and gas prospecting that are useful for theoreticians and practical professionals. The study of oil and gas complexes and intrusions occurring in sedimentary basins is crucial for identifying the location of oil and gas fields and for making accurate predictions on oil findings. Volume highlights include: Advanced geophysical techniques for achieving hydrocarbon exploration efficiency from beneath the Earth Discussion of theoretical and practical approaches in solving problems related to exploring and mining new oil and gas deposits New geological concepts for predicting potential hydrocarbon targets Novel methods of control of the outworking of these deposits using different geophysical methods, significant for optimization of mining hydrocarbon and carbonate deposits Estimation of the degree of outworking of oil and gas deposits, to facilitate the use of space-time monitoring of different kinds of fields Analysis of exploration data by an efficient processing system, based on strong methods proven mathematically Oil and Gas Exploration: Methods and Application is a valuable resource for exploration geophysicists, petroleum engineers, geoengineers, petrologists, mining engineers, and economic geologists, who will gain insights into exploring new methods involved in finding natural resources from our Earth.

Discussing the scientific challenges and issues involved in this subject, this book is ideal for academics and industrialists, and is relevant to policy makers and governments.

This book is the proceedings of the fifth conference on this topic and addresses these issues relating to drinking water and drinking water systems.

This book provides the reader with an update on the advances in food chemistry and flavor science with a broad spectrum of food products from both plants and animals.

This volume is the first in a two volume set, a valuable reference collection to all working in this field.

A welcome review of lessons learnt in the past and an identification of ways in which to improve response in the future.

With international contributions from experts in the field, Nanotechnology in Construction amalgamates previously fragmented research and emerging trends.

The Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) disaster that occurred in Ukraine on April 26, 1986, was one of the most devastating inhuman history. This book focuses on the consequences of groundwater contamination from nuclear disasters and assists with assessing the risks associated with contamination and developing effective remediation technologies.

Read an interview with the author: "Working Toward Gender Parity in the Geosciences" The geoscience workforce has a lower proportion of women compared to the general population of the United States and compared to many other STEM fields.

A top priority in climate research is obtaining broad-extent and long-term data to support analyses of historical patterns and trends, and for model development and evaluation.

The proceedings of International Network of Environmental Forensics Penn State Conference 2013 held at Pennsylvania State University, USA on 10-12 June, 2013.

Based on the proceedings of the 11th International Conference on the Applications of Magnetic Resonance in Food Science presenting the latest innovations in magnetic resonance and in particular new applications to understanding the functionality of foods, their processing and stability and their impact on health, perception and behaviour.

"A copublication between the American Geophysical Union and John Wiley & Sons, Inc."

Environmental Radiochemical Analysis V is a collection of original papers presented at the Twelfth International Symposium on Environmental Radiochemical Analysis held in September 2014.

Covering the latest developments in themes related to water disinfection by-products, this book brings the academic and industry researchers right up to date.

Comprehensive and up to date, graduates and researchers in a wide range of fields will welcome this book.

Bringing together international experts in the field, this book presents original, state-of-the-art research and a review of the established methods in this key subject area.