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A comprehensive review of the development, geographic spread, and cultural influence of religion in Late AntiquityA Companion to Religion in Late Antiquity offers an authoritative and comprehensive survey of religion in Late Antiquity. This historical era spanned from the second century to the eighth century of the Common Era. With contributions from leading scholars in the field, the Companion explores the evolution and development of religion and the role various religions played in the cultural, political, and social transformations of the late antique period.The authors examine the theories and methods used in the study of religion during this period, consider the most notable historical developments, and reveal how religions spread geographically. The authors also review the major religious traditions that emerged in Late Antiquity and include reflections on the interaction of these religions within their particular societies and cultures. This important Companion:* Brings together in one volume the work of a notable team of international scholars* Explores the principal geographical divisions of the late antique world* Offers a deep examination of the predominant religions of Late Antiquity* Examines established views in the scholarly assessment of the religions of Late Antiquity* Includes information on the current trends in late-antique scholarship on religionWritten for scholars and students of religion, A Companion to Religion in Late Antiquity offers a comprehensive survey of religion and the influence religion played in the culture, politics, and social change during the late antique period.

Comprehensive coverage of the entire induced pluripotent stem cell basic work flow Pluripotent stem cells (PSC) can divide indefinitely, self-renew, and can differentiate to functionally reconstitute almost any cell in the normal developmental pathway, given the right conditions. This comprehensive book, which was developed from a training course, covers all of the PSCs (embryonic, embryonic germ, and embryonic carcinoma) and their functions. It demonstrates the feeder-dependent and feeder-free culture of hESC and hiPSC, which will be referred to in all protocols as PSCs. It also addresses the methods commonly used to determine pluripotency, as defined by self-renewal marker expression and differentiation potential. Human Pluripotent Stem Cells: A Practical Guide offers in-depth chapter coverage of introduction to stem cell, PSC culture, reprogramming, differentiation, PSC characterization, and more. Includes helpful tips and tricks that are normally omitted from regular research papers Features useful images to support the technical aspects and results visually as well as diagrammatic illustrations Presents specific sections (i.e., reprogramming, differentiation) in a concise and easily digestible manner Written by experts with extensive experience in stem cell technologies Human Pluripotent Stem Cells: A Practical Guide is an ideal text for stem cell researchers, including principal investigators, and others in university and industry settings, and for new graduate students in PSC labs.

Praktisches Referenzwerk für die Erkennung und Diagnose von Hauterkrankungen bei NutztierenDie 2. Auflage des Color Atlas of Farm Animal Dermatology ist ein essenzielles Nachschlagewerk für Dermatologen in der Veterinärmedizin, Veterinärmediziner und Studenten. Der Schwerpunkt liegt auf der Erkennung und Diagnose von Erkrankungen. Zu Hunderten Farbfotos finden sich übersichtliche und prägnante Erläuterungen zu klinischen Merkmalen, Unterschieden und Informationen zu jeder Erkrankung. Vorgestellt werden sowohl häufige und seltene Erkrankungen bei Rindern, Ziegen, Schafen, Lamas, Alpakas und Schweinen.Die neue Auflage wurde vollständig aktualisiert und um Daten zu Lamas und Alpakas ergänzt. Vermittelt wird alles Wissenswerte rund um bakterielle, mykotische, durch Parasiten, Viren und Protozoen verursachte, immunologische, angeborene oder vererbte, umwelt- und ernährungsbedingte oder sonstige Erkrankungen. Neoplastische und nicht-neoplastische Wucherungen werden ebenfalls behandelt.- Referenzwerk zum schnellen Nachschlagen. Unterstützt die Diagnose von dermatologischen Erkrankungen bei Nutztieren, einschließlich Rinder, Ziegen, Schafe, Schweine, Alpakas und Lamas.- Enthält mehr als 700 Farbfotos.- Behandelt alle dermatologischen Erkrankungen, geordnet nach Tierart.- Gründlich überarbeitet, deckt jetzt auch Kameliden ab.Die 2. Auflage des Color Atlas of Farm Animal Dermatology ist ein Muss für Dermatologen in der Veterinärmedizin, Veterinärmediziner und Studenten, die sich mit Nutztieren befassen.

Illuminates the multiple barriers that plague the education system and shows the way toward enlightened and inclusive educational policy and policymaking This book showcases new scholarship in the broad field of education policy and governance. Authored by some of the field's foremost scholars, as well as new and up-and-coming academics, this definitive handbook offers a range of cultural, economic, and political perspectives on the state of education policy today. It addresses historic, current, and future education policy--incorporating changing social landscapes of education, economy, and policy. The Wiley Handbook of Educational Policy covers the role of politics in education governance; the politics of philanthropy and for-profits; the culture and economy of professional organizations; the governance of technology integration; and future political realities to global citizenry. Themes and topics range not only across early childhood, K-12, and tertiary forms of schooling, but also across the policy questions and concerns that transcend these distinctions. Each chapter features key words, key questions, conclusions, and thought-provoking ideas that provoke readers to think about ways to improve the current conditions under which educational policy-makers work. Provides a traditional understanding of educational policy Shows how educational policy has changed due to the boom of private funding Explores the changing demographics in education populations over the last 40 years Discusses policies and the ethics of using and overseeing technology in teaching and learning environments Looks at future trends from contemporary political origins The Wiley Handbook of Educational Policy is an important book that should be read by every administrator, policy maker, and educator working in the education system.

Provides comprehensive coverage on recidivism risk/needs assessment toolsCorrectional and healthcare professionals around the world utilize structured instruments referred to as risk/needs assessment tools to predict the likelihood that an offender will recidivate. Such tools have been found to provide accurate and reliable evaluations and are widely used to assess, manage, and monitor offenders both institutionally as well as in the community. By identifying offenders in need of different levels of intervention, examining causal risk factors, and individualizing case management plans, risk/needs assessment tools have proven invaluable in addressing the public health issue of recidivism. Recidivism Risk/Needs Assessment Tools brings together the developers of the most commonly-used risk/needs assessment tools to provide a comprehensive overview of their development, peer-reviewed research literature, and practical application.Written by the leading professionals in the field of risk/needs assessment, the book provides chapters on: Recidivism Risk Assessment in the 21st Century; Performance of Recidivism Risk Assessment Instruments in Correctional Settings; Correctional Offender Management Profiles for Alternative Sanctions (COMPAS); the Federal Post-Conviction Risk Assessment Instrument; the Inventory of Offender Risks, Needs, and Strengths (IORNS); the Level of Service (LS) Instruments; the Ohio Risk Assessment System (ORAS); the Self-Appraisal Questionnaire (SAQ); the Service Planning Instrument (SPIn); the Static Risk Offender Needs Guide-Revised (STRONG-R); the Offender Group Reconviction Scale (OGRS); the Forensic Operationalized Therapy/Risk Evaluation System (FOTRES); the RisCanvi; and more.* Systematically identifies currently-validated recidivism risk/needs assessment tools* Reviews research on recidivism risk/needs assessment tools used internationally* Each chapter presents sufficient detail to decide whether a given recidivism risk/needs assessment tool is right for your practiceRecidivism Risk/Needs Assessment Tools is ideal for correctional, probation and parole, and behavioral health professionals.

The first comprehensive scholarly treatment of bed bugs since 1966This book updates and expands on existing material on bed bugs with an emphasis on the worldwide resurgence of both the common bed bug, Cimex lectularius L., and the tropical bed bug, Cimex hemipterus (F.). It incorporates extensive new data from a wide range of basic and applied research, as well as the recently observed medical, legal, and regulatory impacts of bed bugs. Advances in the Biology and Management of Modern Bed Bugs offers new information on the basic science and advice on using applied management strategies and bed bug bioassay techniques. It also presents cutting-edge information on the major impacts that bed bugs have had on the medical, legal, housing and hotel industries across the world, as well as their impacts on public health.Advances in the Biology and Management of Modern Bed Bugs offers chapters that cover the history of bed bugs; their global resurgence; their impact on society; their basic biology; how to manage them; the future of these pests; and more.* Provides up-to-date information for the professional pest manager on bed bug biology and management* Features contributions from 60 highly experienced and widely recognized experts, with 48 unique chapters* A one-stop-source that includes historic, technical, and practical information* Serves as a reference book for academic researchers and students alikeAdvances in the Biology and Management of Modern Bed Bugs is an essential reference for anyone who is impacted by bed bugs or engaged in managing bed bugs, be it in an academic, basic or applied scientific setting, or in a public outreach, or pest management role, worldwide.

Fully updated and revised, this new edition of a highly successful text provides students, clinicians, and academics with a thorough introduction to aging and mental health.The third edition of Aging and Mental Health is filled with new updates and features, including the impact of the DSM-5 on diagnosis and treatment of older adults. Like its predecessors, it uses case examples to introduce readers to the field of aging and mental health. It also provides both a synopsis of basic gerontology needed for clinical work with older adults and an analysis of several facets of aging well.Introductory chapters are followed by a series of chapters that describe the major theoretical models used to understand mental health and mental disorders among older adults. Following entries are devoted to the major forms of mental disorders in later life, with a focus on diagnosis, assessment, and treatment issues. Finally, the book focuses on the settings and contexts of professional mental health practice and on emerging policy issues that affect research and practice. This combination of theory and practice helps readers conceptualize mental health problems in later life and negotiate the complex decisions involved with the assessment and treatment of those problems.* Features new material on important topics including positive mental health, hoarding disorder, chronic pain, housing, caregiving, and ethical and legal concerns* Substantially revised and updated throughout, including reference to the DSM-5* Offers chapter-end recommendations of websites for further information* Includes discussion questions and critical thinking questions at the end of each chapterAging and Mental Health, Third Edition is an ideal text for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in psychology, for service providers in psychology, psychiatry, social work, and counseling, and for clinicians who are experienced mental health service providers but who have not had much experience working specifically with older adults and their families.

Political Theory Without Borders offers a comprehensive survey of the issues that have shaped political theory in the wake of social and environmental globalization. Focuses on specific questions that arise from issues of global spillovers like climate change and pollution, international immigration, and political intervention abroad Includes chapters written by some of the best new scholars working in the field today, along with key texts from some of the most well-known scholars of previous generations Illustrates how the classics concerns of political theory justice and equality, liberty and oppression have re-emerged with renewed significance at the global level The newest volume in the distinguished philosophy, politics & society series, initiated by Peter Laslett in 1956

Brings together leading thinking on issues of new professional practice and on the future of a sustainable built environmentThis book focuses on both construction and development issues, and examines how we can transition to a sustainable future by the year 2050--bringing together leading research and practice at building, neighbourhood, and city levels. It deftly analyses how emerging socio-economic, technological, and environmental trends will influence the built environment of the future. The book covers a broad spectrum of interests across the scales of buildings, communities and cities, including how professional practice will need to adapt to these trends. The broader context is provided by an analysis of emergent business models and the changing requirements for expert advice from clients.Sustainable Futures in the Built Environment to 2050: A Foresight Approach to Construction and Development features chapters covering: data and trends, including historical data and UK and international case studies; policies and practice related to the field; current state of scientific understanding; key challenges; key technological advances (including disruptive and systemic technological innovations); change issues and critical uncertainties; and future visions. It provides:* A strong conceptual framework based on a 'Foresight' approach* Discussion of the key data and trends that underpin each chapter* Coverage of both construction and property development* Specially commissioned chapters by academics and practitioners* A synthesis of the main findings in the book and key insights for the future to 2050Sustainable Futures in the Built Environment to 2050: A Foresight Approach to Construction and Development is an important book for postgraduate students and researchers, construction, real estate and property development specialists, engineers, planners, architects, foresight and futures studies specialists, and anyone involved in sustainable buildings.

Analgesia and Anesthesia for the Ill or Injured Dog and Cat ist ein umfassendes Referenzwerk zu Anästhesie und Schmerzmanagement bei kranken oder schwerverletzten Hunden und Katzen.- Bietet einen schnellen Zugang zu Anästhesie- und Schmerzmanagement-Protokollen, insbesondere bei kranken und schwerverletzten Hunden und Katzen.- Folgt einem fallbasierten Ansatz und erleichtert so das Auffinden relevanter Informationen.- Zeigt Schritt für Schritt klinische Verfahren und Techniken.- Enthält in prägnanter Form Hintergrundinformationen zu allen in den Protokollen genannten Medikamenten. Legt den Schwerpunkt auf Empfehlungen und Sicherheitshinweise bei bestimmten Erkrankungen.- Mit ausführlichen Informationen zu älteren, trächtigen, pflegebedürftigen Hunden und Katzen, zu Jungtieren sowie zu Tieren mit Leber- oder Nierenerkrankungen.

A state-of-the-art reference for all aspects of thoracic surgery in dogs and catsWritten by two of the foremost experts in this area of surgery, Small Animal Thoracic Surgery encompasses both basic and advanced thoracic surgery for dogs and cats. It provides a host of well-illustrated techniques for thoracic surgery, including classic open surgery, minimally invasive surgery, thoracoscopy, and image-guided hybrid surgery. This comprehensive and detailed book will help improve outcomes of thoracic cavity operations in small animal patients.Small Animal Thoracic Surgery provides the most current and complete information available on this challenging area of surgery. The book offers guidance for treating the many disorders that can affect the canine and feline thoracic cavity, including pleural effusions, pneumothorax, hernias, heart disease, and more.Small Animal Thoracic Surgery:* Presents step-by-step descriptions of thoracic surgeries ranging from basic to advanced* Features high-quality illustrations that depict key steps for each procedure* Covers emerging minimally-invasive procedures, including thoracoscopy* Offers up-to-date information for surgical treatment of ailments of the heart and lungs* Provides video clips of procedures on a companion websiteAn invaluable reference for veterinary surgeons, Small Animal Thoracic Surgery is also an ideal aid for general practitioners who perform some of the basic procedures in their clinics.

The International Encyclopedia of Intercultural Communication setzt auf einer breit angelegten Taxonomie der interkulturellen Kommunikation (IKK) auf, geordnet in sechs Themenfeldern. Die Themenfelder befassen sich mit dem traditionellen IKK-Kernthema, der interkulturellen Kommunikation und fünf zugehörigen Themen: kulturübergreifende Kommunikation, kulturelle Kommunikation, gruppenübergreifende Kommunikation, interkulturelles Training und kritische interkulturelle Kommunikation. Diese Enzyklopädie beschäftigt sich mit Fragen der Ethnie und Rasse in der interkulturellen Kommunikation, nicht als eigenes Thema, sondern als Bestandteil jedes Themenfeldes. Hinzu kommen Einträge, die nicht zur Kommunikationsdisziplin der IKK gehören, wie kulturübergreifende Psychologie, kulturelle Anthropologie und Sozialpsychologie.- Bietet einen Überblick über das Fachgebiet der interkulturellen Kommunikation als Ganzes.- Präsentiert wichtige Forschungsthemen aus Sicht internationaler Experten.- Enthält Essays, die einen Überblick über die sechs Themenfelder geben.- Integriert übergreifend Informationen aus der kulturübergreifenden Psychologie, kulturellen Anthropologie und Sozialpsychologie.

The most comprehensive collection of essays on Renaissance poetry on the market Covering the period 1520-1680, A Companion to Renaissance Poetry offers 46 essays which present an in-depth account of the context, production, and interpretation of early modern British poetry. It provides students with a deep appreciation for, and sensitivity toward, the ways in which poets of the period understood and fashioned a distinctly vernacular voice, while engaging them with some of the debates and departures that are currently animating the discipline. A Companion to Renaissance Poetry analyzes the historical, cultural, political, and religious background of the time, addressing issues such as education, translation, the Reformation, theorizations of poetry, and more. The book immerses readers in non-dramatic poetry from Wyatt to Milton, focusing on the key poetic genres-epic, lyric, complaint, elegy, epistle, pastoral, satire, and religious poetry. It also offers an inclusive account of the poetic production of the period by canonical and less canonical writers, female and male. Finally, it offers examples of current developments in the interpretation of Renaissance poetry, including economic, ecological, scientific, materialist, and formalist approaches. Covers a wide selection of authors and texts Features contributions from notable authors, scholars, and critics across the globe Offers a substantial section on recent and developing approaches to reading Renaissance poetry A Companion to Renaissance Poetry is an ideal resource for all students and scholars of the literature and culture of the Renaissance period.

> --Professor Cynthia Lucia, Rider University, US, and Cineaste > --Professor Santiago Fouz-Hernández, Durham University, UK "Filled with extremely helpful images and delightfully detailed, insightful analyses of films and other media, Thinking about Movies shows two of our most eminent film scholars in excellent form." -- Professor David Lugowski, Manhattanville College, US A complete introduction to analyzing and enjoying a wide variety of movies, for film students and movie lovers alike Thinking about Movies: Watching, Questioning, Enjoying, Fourth Edition is a thorough overview of movie analysis designed to enlighten both students and enthusiasts, and heighten their enjoyment of films. Readers will delve into the process of thinking about movies critically and analytically, and find how doing so can greatly enhance the pleasure of watching movies. Divided roughly into two parts, the book addresses film studies within the context of the dynamics of cinema, before moving on to a broader analysis of the relationship of films to the larger social, cultural, technological, and industrial issues informing them. This updated fourth edition includes an entirely new section devoted to a complete analysis of the film adaptation The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, along with in-depth discussions on important films from Citizen Kane to Silence of the Lambs. The authors clearly present various methodologies for analyzing movies and illustrate them with detailed, well-illustrated examples from a range of films from cult classics to big-budget, award-winning movies. This helps viewers see new things in movies and also better understand and explain why they like some better than others. Thinking about Movies: Watching, Questioning, Enjoying, Fourth Edition is ideal for film students immersed in the study of this important, contemporary medium and art form as well as individuals who have never taken a class on cinema before.

This revised and updated second edition of the popular and comprehensive guide to the study of gastroenterologyThe revised second edition of Essentials of Gastroenterology provides a highly practical and concise guide to gastroenterology. The text covers every major disorder likely to be encountered during both GI training and in clinical practice. It also offers a handbook for preparing for Board examinations (e.g., USMLE and Internal Medicine Board examinations) as well as a handy clinical consultation tool. Fully updated to reflect the latest scientific information and practice guidelines, each section of the book covers a specific area of the gastroenterology tract and follows a standard outline: general information, normal physiology, etiology and pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, complications, prognosis, and treatment.The text provides easy-to-assimilate information on each disorder and includes the key facts, concise, bulleted paragraphs, and a structure that lends itself to accessibility and point-of-care use in a busy clinical setting. In addition, Internal Medicine Board-style multiple choice questions allow users to self-assess their knowledge, a photo gallery provides a great visual element, and clinical cases throughout allow readers to identify with real-life clinical scenarios. Essentials of Gastroenterology is the hands-on guide that:* Covers the whole of gastroenterology in one highly practical volume* Presents updated pedagogic features to help achieve rapid clinical understanding, such as case studies, practice points, key weblinks and potential pitfalls boxes* Includes more than 100 Internal Medicine Board-style multiple choice questions ideal for self-assessment* Contains comparison of major society (BSG, ASG, ACG, UEGF, etc.) guidelines for all main GI conditionsDesigned for us by gastroenterologists and GI trainees, Essentials of Gastroenterology is therevised and improved edition of the popular manual that is filled with up-to-date information on all the GI disorders. Trainees will learn the essentials of their specialty, as well as providing the seasoned gastroenterologist with a useful refresher tool.

In der Vergangenheit war die Mensch-Computer-Interaktion (Human-Computer Interaction) das Privileg einiger weniger. Heute ist Computertechnologie weit verbreitet, allgegenwärtig und global. Arbeiten und Lernen erfolgen über den Computer. Private und kommerzielle Systeme arbeiten computergestützt. Das Gesundheitswesen wird neu erfunden. Navigation erfolgt interaktiv. Unterhaltung kommt aus dem Computer. Als Antwort auf immer leistungsfähigere Systeme sind im Bereich der Mensch-Computer-Interaktion immer ausgeklügeltere Theorien und Methodiken entstanden. The Wiley Handbook of Human-Computer Interaction bietet einen Überblick über all diese Entwicklungen und untersucht die vielen verschiedenen Aspekte der Mensch-Computer-Interaktion und hat den Wert menschlicher Erfahrungen, die über Technologie stehen, ganzheitlich im Blick.

"Nearly 70 years after the dawn of the genetic age, biotechnology, scientists proclaim, is poised to rewrite the book of life. Yet, how far can science go in making sense of what "life" means to human beings and societies? This book looks at flash points in law, politics, ethics, and culture to argue that the claims of rewriting life are overblown"--

A comprehensive compendium of all commonly used antibiotics, including indications, side effects, dosage information, and drug/food interactionsAntibiotics Manual: A Guide to Commonly Used Antimicrobials, Second Edition is a unique, user-friendly guide made for all who prescribe antibiotics. It's the only book available that takes a 100% drug-listed approach to 200 of the most common antibiotics prescribed to patients each day. Presented in full color, it's also a convenient reference for every clinician to consult once the decision to use a particular antibiotic has been reached.This edition of Antibiotics Manual includes newer antibiotics that have been released since the publication of the First Edition and updates prescribing information for the older antibiotics. This all-new Second Edition:* Has a color-coded interior design which provides quick and easy point of care access for the user* Includes 200 of the most commonly prescribed antibiotics, listed by both brand and generic names* Features important recently-released antibiotics such as ceftaroline, tedizolid, and bedaquilineAntibiotics Manual: A Guide to Commonly Used Antimicrobials, Second Edition is a welcome book for physicians in all specialties of medicine who prescribe antibiotics. It is also a handy tool for pharmacists, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who want more information on the drugs they administer.

A unique reference dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of problems of the equine neck and backBuilding on the strength of the first edition, Equine Neck and Back Pathology: Diagnosis and Treatment, Second Edition explores conditions and problems of the horse's back and pelvis, and has been expanded to include coverage of the neck as well. This book is a vital tool for all those engaged in improving the diagnosis and management of horses with neck or back problems.The only book devoted to the conditions and problems of the equine neck, back and pelvis, it provides comprehensive coverage by international specialists on how to diagnose and treat problems in these areas. This updated and revised edition covers normal anatomy and kinematics, neck and back pathology, diagnosis and treatment of specific conditions, and complementary therapy and rehabilitation.Equine Neck and Back Pathology: Diagnosis and Treatment, Second Edition is a valuable working resource for equine practitioners, specialists in equine surgery, veterinary nurses and allied professionals involved in treating horses. It is also an excellent supplementary text for veterinary students with a keen interest in horses.

Praktikerbuch für alle, die mittels Zellkonservierung neue Protokolle entwickeln oder bestehende Protokolle verbessern.Dieses Buch vermittelt das notwendige Rüstzeug, um zellbezogene Konservierungsprotokolle zu entwickeln und fehlerhafte Protokolle zu korrigieren. Die Kernstruktur und -inhalte stammen aus einem kurzen Fachkurs, der in den letzten zehn Jahren am Biopreservation Core Resource angeboten wurde. Das umfassende Praktikerbuch beschreibt Schritt für Schritt die einzelnen Teile eines Protokolls, darunter die relevanten wissenschaftlichen Prinzipien für jede Protokollphase, und richtet sich an alle, die sich mit der Zellkonservierung beschäftigen. Es eignet sich auch für Nichtexperten im Bereich Zell-Freezing, denn es stellt die wissenschaftlichen Grundlagen für das Verständnis von Protokollen vor.

"Abortion has remained one of the most volatile and polarizing issues in the United States for over four decades. This book provides a balanced, clear-eyed overview of the abortion debate, demonstrating how the meaning of abortion has shifted to reflect the changing anxieties and cultural divides which it has come to represent"--

Drawing on the author's extensive experience as a leading human rights scholar and activist, The Future of Human Rights offers a broad and authoritative guide to the big questions in global human rights governance today.

Revised edition of the author's Making is connecting, 2011.