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Zeroing Neural NetworksDescribes the theoretical and practical aspects of finite-time ZNN methods for solving an array of computational problemsZeroing Neural Networks (ZNN) have become essential tools for solving discretized sensor-driven time-varying matrix problems in engineering, control theory, and on-chip applications for robots. Building on the original ZNN model, finite-time zeroing neural networks (FTZNN) enable efficient, accurate, and predictive real-time computations. Setting up discretized FTZNN algorithms for different time-varying matrix problems requires distinct steps.Zeroing Neural Networks provides in-depth information on the finite-time convergence of ZNN models in solving computational problems. Divided into eight parts, this comprehensive resource covers modeling methods, theoretical analysis, computer simulations, nonlinear activation functions, and more. Each part focuses on a specific type of time-varying computational problem, such as the application of FTZNN to the Lyapunov equation, linear matrix equation, and matrix inversion. Throughout the book, tables explain the performance of different models, while numerous illustrative examples clarify the advantages of each FTZNN method. In addition, the book:* Describes how to design, analyze, and apply FTZNN models for solving computational problems* Presents multiple FTZNN models for solving time-varying computational problems* Details the noise-tolerance of FTZNN models to maximize the adaptability of FTZNN models to complex environments* Includes an introduction, problem description, design scheme, theoretical analysis, illustrative verification, application, and summary in every chapterZeroing Neural Networks: Finite-time Convergence Design, Analysis and Applications is an essential resource for scientists, researchers, academic lecturers, and postgraduates in the field, as well as a valuable reference for engineers and other practitioners working in neurocomputing and intelligent control.

Practical, hands-on strategies to increase inclusion, diversity, and equity in your workplaceIn Impactful Inclusion Toolkit: 52 Activities to Help You Learn and Practice Inclusion Every Day in the Workplace, accomplished diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategist and leader Yvette Steele delivers a collection of practical and hands-on exercises that encourage and promote inclusion in the workplace. The exercises emphasize the development of key inclusive behaviors, including self-knowledge, connecting with others, creating new habits, and experiencing other cultures.In the book, you'll find:* 52 behaviors to practice during the year that will empower you to be more inclusive in the real world* Concrete instructions regarding how to become more inclusive, rather than just high-level information about inclusivity generally* Actionable strategies to help drive change in your organization and manage the discomfort that sometimes exists around DEI issuesAn effective and practical resource for anyone who wants to be more inclusive. Frontline and knowledge workers can empower themselves to drive change with weekly activities and resources. DEI and HR professionals, company founders, owners, managers, and other business leaders can better support staff on their inclusion journey. The Impactful Inclusion Toolkit is an essential addition to DEI strategies of any organization whether they are active or aspire to be more inclusive.

An up-to-date and practical roadmap for diversified futures trading using CTA fund strategiesIn the newly revised second edition of Following the Trend: Diversified Managed Futures Trading, renowned hedge fund founder and asset manager Andreas F. Clenow presents a systematic asset management methodology in a way that allows readers to emulate the success of CTA industry professionals. In the book, you'll find performance and attribution details for every year between 2002 and 2021 and detailed explanations of how the markets, industry, and strategy have evolved between the publication of the first edition and today.The author also offers:* Detailed discussions of whether CTA hedge funds continue to show high internal correlation and exhibit homogeneous behaviour* The impact of low and negative interest rate environments, massive inflows into equity markets, and the rise of quant trading firms* Explorations of the combination of different types of trading models to enhance performance, complete with rulesets and fulsome analysesA ground-breaking and thoroughly incisive examination of the commodity trading advisor industry, Following the Trend: Diversified Managed Futures Trading is an essential volume for sophisticated retail traders, day traders, private investors, investment managers, portfolio managers, and institutional investors.

COMPUTER MODELS OF PROCESS DYNAMICSComprehensive overview of techniques for describing physical phenomena by means of computer models that are determined by mathematical analysisComputer Models of Process Dynamics covers everything required to do computer based mathematical modeling of dynamic systems, including an introduction to a scientific language, its use to program essential operations, and methods to approximate the integration of continuous signals.From a practical standpoint, readers will learn how to build computer models that simulate differential equations. They are also shown how to model physical objects of increasing complexity, where the most complex objects are simulated by finite element models, and how to follow a formal procedure in order to build a valid computer model. To aid in reader comprehension, a series of case studies is presented that covers myriad different topics to provide a view of the challenges that fall within this discipline. The book concludes with a discussion of how computer models are used in an engineering project where the readers would operate in a team environment.Other topics covered in Computer Models of Process Dynamics include:* Computer hardware and software, covering algebraic expressions, math functions, computation loops, decision-making, graphics, and user-defined functions* Creative thinking and scientific theories, covering the Ancients, the Renaissance, Galileo, Newton, electricity and magnetism, and newer sciences* Uncertainty and softer science, covering random number generators, statistical analysis of data, the method of least squares, and state/velocity estimators* Flight simulators, covering the motion of an aircraft, the equations of motion, short period pitching motion, and phugoid motionEstablished engineers and programmers, along with students and academics in related programs of study, can harness the comprehensive information in Computer Models of Process Dynamics to gain mastery over the subject and be ready to use their knowledge in many practical applications in the field.

ASPEN PLUS(r)Comprehensive resource covering Aspen Plus V12.1 and demonstrating how to implement the program in versatile chemical process industriesAspen Plus(r): Chemical Engineering Applications facilitates the process of learning and later mastering Aspen Plus(r), the market-leading chemical process modeling software, with step-by-step examples and succinct explanations. The text enables readers to identify solutions to various process engineering problems via screenshots of the Aspen Plus(r) platforms in parallel with the related text.To aid in information retention, the text includes end-of-chapter problems and term project problems, online exam and quiz problems for instructors that are parametrized (i.e., adjustable) so that each student will have a standalone version, and extra online material for students, such as Aspen Plus(r)-related files, that are used in the working tutorials throughout the entire textbook.The second edition of Aspen Plus(r): Chemical Engineering Applications includes information on:* Various new features that were embedded into Aspen Plus V12.1 and existing features which have been modified* Aspen Custom Modeler (ACM), covering basic features to show how to merge customized models into Aspen Plus simulator* New updates to process dynamics and control and process economic analysis since the first edition was published* Vital areas of interest in relation to the software, such as polymerization, drug solubility, solids handling, safety measures, and energy savingFor chemical engineering students and industry professionals, the second edition of Aspen Plus(r): Chemical Engineering Applications is a key resource for understanding Aspen Plus and the new features that were added in version 12.1 of the software. Many supplementary learning resources help aid the reader with information retention.

Haematology Lecture Notes is an accessible and concise best-selling study guide, outlining the physiology, pathology and treatment of the most common blood disorders.

Advances in Biofeedstocks and Biofuels PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES FOR SOLIDS AND GASEOUS BIOFUELSThis latest volume in the series, "Advances in Biofeedstocks and Biofuels," offers the most up-to-date and comprehensive coverage available for the production technologies for solid and gaseous biofuels.Biofuel production is one of the most extensively studied recent fields of innovation that can provide the world an alternative energy source. Biomass-based fuel production, or renewable fuels, are becoming increasingly important as a remedy for the increasing greenhouse effect, depleting oil reserves, and rising oil prices. Therefore, research on the production of various biofuels is gaining very much importance among scientists and researchers all over the globe.The book, Production Technologies for Solid and Gaseous Biofuels, is the fourth volume of the book series entitled "Advances in Biofeedstocks and Biofuels." The first volume, Biofeedstocks and Their Processing, covered the aspects of biofeedstocks and their suitability as an alternative energy source. The second volume, Production Technologies for Biofuels, covered all the latest technologies in biofuels production. The third volume, Liquid Biofuel Production, focused on the latest technologies involved in the production of liquid biofuels, such as bioethanol, biodiesel, biobutanol, and others.This fourth volume, Production Technologies for Solid and Gaseous Biofuels, covers all of the latest technologies in the field of solid biofuels, like biochar, briquettes from biomass, as well as gaseous biofuels like biogas, biohydrogen, and more. Various aspects of utilization of waste biomass for the production of solid and gaseous biofuels are also discussed. This book presents the state of the art in solid and gaseous biofuel production, a must have for any engineer or scientist working in this field.

Advances in Hyperspectral Image Processing TechniquesAuthoritative and comprehensive resource covering recent hyperspectral imaging techniques from theory to applicationsAdvances in Hyperspectral Image Processing Techniques is derived from recent developments of hyperspectral imaging (HSI) techniques along with new applications in the field, covering many new ideas that have been explored and have led to various new directions in the past few years.The work gathers an array of disparate research into one resource and explores its numerous applications across a wide variety of disciplinary areas. In particular, it includes an introductory chapter on fundamentals of HSI and a chapter on extensive use of HSI techniques in satellite on-orbit and on-board processing to aid readers involved in these specific fields.The book's content is based on the expertise of invited scholars and is categorized into six parts. Part I provides general theory. Part II presents various Band Selection techniques for Hyperspectral Images. Part III reviews recent developments on Compressive Sensing for Hyperspectral Imaging. Part IV includes Fusion of Hyperspectral Images. Part V covers Hyperspectral Data Unmixing. Part VI offers different views on Hyperspectral Image Classification.Specific sample topics covered in Advances in Hyperspectral Image Processing Techniques include:* Two fundamental principles of hyperspectral imaging* Constrained band selection for hyperspectral imaging and class information-based band selection for hyperspectral image classification* Restricted entropy and spectrum properties for hyperspectral imaging and endmember finding in compressively sensed band domain* Hyperspectral and LIDAR data fusion, fusion of band selection methods for hyperspectral imaging, and fusion using multi-dimensional information* Advances in spectral unmixing of hyperspectral data and fully constrained least squares linear spectral mixture analysis* Sparse representation-based hyperspectral image classification; collaborative hyperspectral image classification; class-feature weighted hyperspectral image classification; target detection approach to hyperspectral image classificationWith many applications beyond traditional remote sensing, ranging from defense and intelligence, to agriculture, to forestry, to environmental monitoring, to food safety and inspection, to medical imaging, Advances in Hyperspectral Image Processing Techniques is an essential resource on the topic for industry professionals, researchers, academics, and graduate students working in the field.

Accessible learning resource that develops data analysis skills for natural science students in an efficient style using the R programming language R-ticulate -- A Beginner's Guide to Data Analysis for Natural Scientists is a compact, example-based, and user-friendly statistics textbook without unnecessary frills, but instead filled with engaging, relatable examples, practical tips, online exercises, resources, and references to extensions, all on a level that follows contemporary curricula taught in large parts of the world. The content structure is unique in the sense that statistical skills are introduced at the same time as software (programming) skills in R. This is by far the best way of teaching from the authors' experience. Readers of this introductory text will find: Explanations of statistical concepts in simple, easy-to-understand language A variety of approaches to problem solving using both base R and tidyverse Boxes dedicated to specific topics and margin text that summarises key points The clearly outlined schedule is organized into 12 chapters corresponding to the 12 semester weeks of most universities While at its core a traditional printed book, R-ticulate -- A Beginner's Guide to Data Analysis For Natural Scientists comes with a wealth of online teaching material, making it an ideal and efficient reference for students who wish to gain a thorough understanding of the subject, as well as for instructors teaching related courses.

In Pursued Economy: Understanding and Overcoming the Challenging New Realities for Advanced Economies, celebrated economist and thought leader Richard C. Koo dives deep into the failure of traditional economic solutions to address the economic and social problems of post-Great Recession and post-pandemic economies. Starting with the original concepts of balance sheet recessions and global competition for capital, the author explains why the Great Recession lasted for so long and why well-intentioned policies that worked so well in the past are no longer working today.Readers will discover that advanced economies moved from what the author calls the "golden era" to the "pursued era" of economic development long ago, but the policy debate in these countries continues to be informed by golden era assumptions that are no longer relevant but are still taught in universities. That mismatch has led to an over-reliance on monetary policy and an under-reliance on fiscal policy that are distorting economies and worsening inequality in a profoundly transformed world.With many real-world examples from the author's extensive involvement in the policy debate on economic, banking and trade issues in several countries, including the U.S., the book describes the correct policy mix in the pursued era as distinct from that in the golden era. It also explains the challenges central banks face in fighting inflation after a decade of over-reliance on monetary policy that flooded the world's economies with unprecedented liquidity.Instead of simply assuming the existence of "trend growth rates", this book tackles the issue of economic growth head-on so as to elucidate the symmetry between the drivers of growth and the drivers of recession. It also argues that the fundamental disconnect between free trade and free capital movements must be addressed in order to maximize the gains from globalization while minimizing its costs. Written in simple language and with a great sense of urgency, Pursued Economy should be of interest to anyone who is concerned about the global economy, financial stability and geopolitics.

You don't have to be ruthless to get ahead--kindness will get you there fasterFrom the CEO of the Pavilion community, Sam Jacobs, Kind Folks Finish First weaves practical business lessons with fresh perspectives on how you can achieve success. The ideas in this book are backed by the author's personal experience building a nearly $200-million business rooted in kindness, reciprocity, and deeply held values. More than that, they're proven principles that have helped thousands reach their goals in every arena.In business, we've been told to never leave money on the table. Don't split the difference. You need to be ruthless in order to make it to the top. Kind Folks Finish First shows you that isn't the only path. Being a good person and earning money aren't mutually exclusive. Helping others isn't a sacrifice; it's a long-term strategy that can spur your success if only you're willing to take the exit ramp, reset your destination, and fuel your future with generosity.* Walk through a proven process to discover what you really stand for* Learn how to assume control of your life and how to leverage reciprocity to drive professional success.* Align your personal life with your professional life* Unlock your highest potential to create true happinessAnyone looking for a kinder, gentler, more values-driven and authentic way to succeed will love this book. The secret is finally getting out--kind people really do get ahead faster.

Learn to automate your busywork and focus on what really mattersIn Automate Your Busywork: Do Less, Achieve More, and Save Your Brain for the Big Stuff entrepreneur, founder, and CEO of Jotform Aytekin Tank delivers a can't-miss blueprint to help you make the most of your most precious asset: time. You'll explore what's possible when you offload repetitive tasks, why automation has democratized innovation, and how you can use cheap--or even completely free--no-code automation tools to transform your ability to focus on what truly matters in your business and life.In the book, you'll discover:* Why the future of business is no-code, and how you can use an automation-first mindset to unlock your productivity potential* How to move from busywork to less work, and finally to having the time you need to accomplish your most important work* How you can use delegation and automation to achieve "timefulness," the state of having enough timeA must-read handbook for every entrepreneur, founder, business owner, and freelancer who just doesn't have enough hours in the day, Automate Your Busywork will also earn a place in the libraries of managers, executives, and other business leaders looking to maximize their most valuable resource.

Improve your hearing, enhance your lifeWith new advice on just-released over-the-counter hearing aidsHearing loss can be frustrating, but in fact it's common and treatable. Hearing Loss For Dummies, written by top experts in the field in collaboration with AARP, walks you through how to get the help you need to clearly hear the sounds of life--whether you're at home, at work, or out and about. And hearing health is critical: Hearing loss can increase your risk of falls and injuries, isolation and depression, and even cognitive decline and dementia.Authors Frank Lin and Nicholas Reed at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine lay out the steps to hearing health:* Understanding how hearing works--and how it changes as we age* Finding specialists you can trust* Determining whether you need testing and, if so, where to turn* Learning practical solutions for hearing better at home, at work, on the phone, and in restaurants and theaters* Choosing the right hearing aid, including just-approved over-the-counter hearing aids, and getting them adjusted to work for you* Exploring the pros and cons of cochlear implants and other surgical options* Covering the costs of hearing health careIf you're concerned about your own or a friend or relative's hearing, this is the one book you'll need. For what can seem like a complicated, stressful and lengthy process, Hearing Loss For Dummies tackles the topic head-on and provides you with expert guidance to put your mind at ease on the path to better hearing.

A 360-degree look at academic integrity with case studies from professors, administrators, and studentsBuilding Honor in Academics: Case Studies in Academic Integrity is a collection of case studies on academic integrity from around the globe. More than case studies, the book is intended to help administrators, faculty, and students start conversations around the topic of cheating and academic integrity, and what to do when they find themselves faced with it firsthand. The case studies will come from honor code administrators, department leaders, faculty, and students across disciplines.Written by leaders of The International Center for Academic Integrity, this book tracks the ICAI's six values of academic integrity: honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility, and courage. These six values manifest in different ways across different institutions, but they are all relevant in the quest to consider how to promote integrity in higher education. Academic integrity has received increased media attention since the beginning of the covid-19 pandemic, and now is the time to educate academic communities in the ideas, techniques, and strategies that work to enhance the level of personal responsibility in higher education.* Learn about the six values of academic integrity and how they can guide your institution* Read case studies from the perspectives of students, administrators, and faculty* Identify large and small tasks you can undertake to promote academic integrity at all levels* Become part of the solution as higher education shifts to a new framework for the digital ageBuilding Honor in Academics is an eye-opening resource for administrators, leaders, and policymakers in higher education, as well as students studying to enter these roles.

Keep your head in the game! Make smarter, confident trades in global marketsTrading is 80% psychology and 20% methodology. Trading Psychology For Dummies helps you develop the mindset you need to respond correctly in any market condition. Make more money on your trades as you develop mental strength, act confidently, and avoid the typical mistakes traders make when they don't understand their own minds. This book is for traders with any portfolio size and any risk tolerance. With the clear and easy approach that has made Dummies investing books so wildly popular, you can take your trading skills to the next level. When you stop underestimating how much your psychology governs your returns, you'll discover ways to tweak your own thought process for better trading results.* Learn how human psychology influences decision making in financial markets and other areas of life* Discover advice and techniques that you can try right away to make more rational trades* Examine how institutional investors account for market psychology when they predict price movements* Earn better returns with the perspective of veteran traders who apply psychology-based techniques dailyTrading Psychology For Dummies gives an edge to novice and experienced traders alike. Gain confidence and maintain a flexible and open mind when trading.

Taste Real Home-cooked Persian Food for Breakfast, Lunch, and DinnerThe most celebrated Persian chef in America, Najmieh Batmanglij brings you her favorite traditional, healthy Persian dishes, simplified for modern American kitchens. Persian Cooking For Dummies, written for cooks of all skill levels will transform the way you cook. Offering more than 100 recipes, some of which can be made in less than an hour, this book will guide you through the art and craft of one of the world's oldest, yet least known culinary, traditions in the West. These flavors and aromas are rarely replicated in restaurants, so prepare to be wowed by your own creations as you follow these easy guidelines in the warmth and comfort of your own kitchen. The distinctive herbs, the heavenly aromas of saffron and rose water, and the sweet and sour flavors will impress your guests and delight your family.* Prepare kababs, braises, golden-crusted, tah-dig rice dishes, and delicious desserts* Learn the tricks and techniques that have been perfected over thousands of years* Enjoy the unique aromas and flavors of the food of Iran--right in your own home* Learn the history of Persian cooking and access a glossary of Persian culinary terms* Many recipes are one page, simple to follow, and take less than an hour to make.Adapted for today's lifestyle, Persian Cooking For Dummies is perfect for experienced and novice cooks alike. Take a journey through this exotic cuisine and get cooking, with Dummies.

Your roadmap to cooking like an Italian your very own homeFor those of us not lucky enough to have our very own Italian grandmother or have attended culinary school in Italy, Italian Recipes For Dummies is stepping in to fill the gap. Award-winning chef and author Amy Riolo delivers a step-by-step guide to creating authentic Italian dishes, starting from the basics and progressing to more advanced techniques and recipes.You'll discover how to shop for, plan, and cook authentic Italian meals properly. You'll also find guidance on how to incorporate the cultural, nutritional, and historical influences that shape classic Italian cuisine.This book includes:* Individual chapters on staples of the Italian pantry: wine, cheese, and olive oil* More than 150 authentic Italian recipes with step-by-step instructions* Access to a Facebook Page hosted by the author that provides extended resources and up-to-date information on mastering Italian cookingThe perfect book for amateur chefs, Italy aficionados, homemakers, and anyone else looking for culinary inspiration, Italian Recipes For Dummies is also an indispensable guide for people seeking healthier ways of shopping, cooking, and eating without giving up amazing flavors and rich foods.

Handbook of Museum TextilesTextiles have been known to us throughout human history and played a vital role in the lives and traditions of people. Clothing was made by using different materials and methods from natural fibers. There are different varieties of textiles, out of which certain traditional textiles, archaeological findings, or fragments are of cultural, historical, and sentimental value such as tapestries, embroideries, flags, shawls, etc. These kinds of textiles, due to their historical use and environmental factors, require special attention to guarantee their long-term stability. Textile conservation is a complex, challenging, and multi-faceted discipline and it is one of the most versatile branches of conservation.Volume II of the Handbook of Museum Textiles provides precise instruction for conservation techniques to preserve the textile heritage more scientifically and technologically. Additionally, the book covers the most modern techniques used to characterize archaeological textiles and dyes. Progress and innovation in nanotechnology-based interventions in museum textiles are emphasized. Chapters cover the general introduction to biological damage caused by physical and chemical agents and their prevention methods. Information on microscopy and characterization of historical textiles, ancient dyes, and prints is highlighted. Several aspects of assessment of degradation, repair, and stabilization of antique textiles are presented in depth. Experimental research methods for diagnosis and scientific study of fibers and natural dyes using LC-MS and UV-VIS are described. Practical knowledge based on analysis and visualization of historical textiles for the needs of museum conservation, exhibition, digital technology, and virtual museums is addressed as well.AudienceIt will serve as an educational asset and tool for researchers, art scholars, archaeologists, museum curators, and those who are interested in the field of traditional or historic textile collections.

Unlock the full potential of modern marketing and salesIn the newly revised and updated edition of No Forms. No Spam. No Cold Calls: The Next Generation of Account-Based Sales and Marketing, celebrated speaker, writer, and Chief Market Officer of 6sense, Latané Conant, delivers an eye-opening and engaging guide for salespeople and marketers to use technology to identify prospects and put them at the center of everything they do.You'll learn how to prioritize which accounts to work, engage the entire buying team, uncover hidden intent signals, and measure real success. You'll also discover:* Strategies for building a tech-stack that prioritizes your customers* Ways for chief marketing officers to stop playing defense and go on offense* Insights for the modern sales leader, including how to sellers up to win, design successful territories, and hire and retain top sellers* How the modern era of marketing and sales is different from what it used to be and how to capitalize on your new capabilitiesA can't-miss handbook for marketers, salespeople, and team leads, No Forms. No Spam. No Cold Calls. is an original and thought-provoking journey through the techniques and strategies made possible by modern revenue technologies.

An in-depth overview of investing in the real worldIn Goals-Based Portfolio Theory, award-winning Chartered Financial Analyst(r) Franklin J. Parker delivers an insightful and eye-opening discussion of how real people can navigate the financial jungle and achieve their financial goals. The book accepts the reality that the typical investor has specific funding requirements within specified periods of time and a limited amount of wealth to dedicate to those objectives. It then works within those limits to show you how to build an investment portfolio that maximizes the possibility you'll achieve your goals, as well as how to manage the tradeoffs between your goals.In the book, you'll find:* Strategies for incorporating taxation and rebalancing into a goals-based portfolio* A discussion of the major non-financial risks faced by people engaged in private wealth management* An incisive prediction of what the future of wealth management and investment management may look likeAn indispensable exploration of investing as it actually works in the real world for real people, Goals-Based Portfolio Theory belongs in the library of all investors and their advisors who want to maximize the chances of meeting financial goals.

A startlingly insightful discussion of the problems facing American health care providers and consumers and their solutionsIn Transforming Health Care, expert physician Dr. Morey Menacker explains how the United States can contain the world's leading collection of superlative health care practitioners, technologies, treatments, research, education, and hospitals while simultaneously failing to provide care to many of its citizens. The author walks you through the past, present, and future of American health care, showing you how the United States got to its present state and offering practical solutions to improving access and affordability for millions of people.In the book, you'll find:* Insightful commentary about how to maintain the stellar quality of care found in the United States while expanding health care affordability and access* Discussions of how to reduce the cost and complexity of US health care* Explorations of the latest research and data as seen through the eyes of a physician who has spent their entire career working in the American medical systemA can't-miss resource for US-based physicians and allied health care professionals, Transforming Health Care will also earn a place on the bookshelves of regulators, administrators, and lawmakers with an interest in the American health care establishment.

In the past decade around 70% of banks' operational losses have been connected to misconduct. Misconduct in banking creates a wide range of potential risks, from financial losses and adverse customer outcomes to weakening the resilience of individual institutions, damaging public trust in the banking sector and even contributing to systemic instability.Effective risk management can no longer be exclusively about using complex mathematical models and equations to assess potential financial loss. Risk metrics will still be useful to quantify a potential loss for a given time horizon and confidence interval; however, these metrics are inefficient in identifying early warning signals of misconduct. A new approach must be taken to incorporate conduct risk assessment and management into the overall risk strategy.This book is not a comprehensive review or catalogue of financial risk management tools and methods; instead, it focuses on the core methods that are actually used by professionals, such as historical Value-at-Risk and Expected Shortfall. Without any knowledge of probabilities, the reader can fully understand the meaning of these risk indicators and how to use them when faced with real life situations that require risk analysis and decision-making. The authors then show how to marry this simple approach to financial risk with a conduct risk index designed to benchmark the conduct of natural risk-takers like traders, and measure how far these risk-takers are from a responsible behavior. A ready-to-use version of this conduct risk index calculator is provided as an Excel add-in on the book's companion website.

Rediscover the science and philosophy of behaviorIn Science and Philosophy of Behavior: Selected Papers, distinguished researcher W. M. Baum delivers an expansive collection of incisive papers setting out a new paradigm of thinking about behavior. The book offers only articles that put forward a philosophical and theoretical framework for an effective natural science of behavior. Quantitative analysis is largely avoided (except for a paper on, of all things, avoidance).Organized into three parts, the author explains the flow-like nature of behavior and its link to evolution, as well as descriptions of a pure form of behaviorism that correct some flaws in B.F. Skinner's seminal works. The book also links behaviorism to anthropology in its final section.Readers will also find:* Fulsome descriptions of the molar nature of behavior and why the molecular view is misguided* Re-imaginations of the concept of reinforcement, including considerations of allocation, induction, and contingency* Explorations of the links between behavior analysis and Darwinian evolutionary processesAn essential critique--and reorganization--of behavior theory and philosophy, Science and Philosophy of Behavior: Selected Papers is a controversial, fascinating, and eye-opening journey through a half-century of transformational work in the field.

GLOBAL MEGAPROJECTSThe definitive guide to international megaprojects from an undisputed authority in the fieldIn Global Megaprojects: Lessons, Case Studies, and Expert Advice on International Megaproject Management, distinguished international megaproject researcher and consultant Virginia A. Greiman delivers a comprehensive and incisive discussion of a key topic in global infrastructure development: the international megaproject. In the book, readers will find indispensable guidance and insights from experienced megaproject experts, as well as over 20 case studies highlighting practical solutions to common and pressing issues faced by project stakeholders around the world.This book was written to demonstrate that megaprojects can and have accomplished major economic, social, and technical advancements thought impossible but achieved by successfully confronting the challenges of the time. This book offers solutions and prescriptions for megaproject participants to overcome the complex challenges presented by these projects. It incorporates the latest evidence-based theory and a wealth of practical experience and provides a truly international perspective, showcasing viewpoints from a diverse collection of regions, cultures, and industries.Global Megaprojects also presents:* Thorough introductions to megaprojects and their lifecycles, including the megaproject ecosystem and the world's emerging megaprojects* In-depth examinations of megaproject finance and economics, including innovation and value-driven program management* Extensive explorations of complex project leadership, including the characteristics of uncertainty, complex projects, and cross-cultural dynamics* Comprehensive discussions of megaproject implementation management, including global delivery methodologies and strategic objective alignmentGlobal Megaprojects: Lessons, Case Studies, and Expert Advice on International Megaproject Management will earn a place in the libraries of project managers, policymakers, academics, contractors, engineers, suppliers, investors, and sponsors of large international projects.

COGNITIVE COMPUTING MODELS IN COMMUNICATION SYSTEMSA concise book on the latest research focusing on problems and challenges in the areas of data transmission technology, computer algorithms, AI-based devices, computer technology, and their solutions.The book provides a comprehensive overview of state-of-the-art research work on cognitive models in communication systems and computing techniques. It also bridges the gap between various communication systems and solutions by providing the current models and computing techniques, their applications, the strengths and limitations of the existing methods, and the future directions in this area.The contributors showcase their latest research work focusing on the issues, challenges, and solutions in the field of data transmission techniques, computational algorithms, artificial intelligence (AI)-based devices, and computing techniques.Readers will find in this succinctly written and unique book:* Topics covering the applications of advanced cognitive devices, models, architecture, and techniques.* A range of case studies and applications that will provide readers with the tools to apply cutting-edge models and algorithms.* In-depth information about new cognitive computing models and conceptual frameworks and their implementation.AudienceThe book is designed for researchers and electronics engineers, computer science engineers, industrial engineers, and mechanical engineers (both in academia and industry) working in the fields of machine learning, cognitive computing, mobile communication, and wireless network system.

Build a successful career in business analysisWhen it comes to doing good business, change is a very good thing. And effective business analysts are at the heart of identifying opportunities for growth and implementing the solutions that can transform an organization's foundation--and ultimately increase its profitability. Whether you're an aspiring business analysis professional or a seasoned analyst looking for the latest techniques and approaches, Business Analysis For Dummies helps you discover the newest tips and tricks for turning knowledge into the changes that have a real and meaningful impact on business and drive your organization towards value delivery.* Identify areas for growth and create solutions* Learn how to bring people together to collaborate effectively* Discover ways to better understand and serve your customers* See how business analysis works in the real world* Learn the technology to make the job easier* Find business solutions to improve your organization's performance* Understand how to dig deeply into your organization's data, processes, and business rulesDummies makes the path to business success clear. Start here to turn your love of business analysis into the catalyst that makes a difference.