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Despite the increasing population (the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations estimates 70% more food will be needed in 2050 than was produced in 2006), issues related to food production have yet to be completely addressed. In recent years, Internet of Things technology has begun to be used to address different industrial and technical challenges to meet this growing need. These Agro-IoT tools boost productivity and minimize the pitfalls of traditional farming, which is the backbone of the world's economy. Aided by the IoT, continuous monitoring of fields provides useful and critical information to farmers, ushering in a new era in farming. The IoT can be used as a tool to combat climate change through greenhouse automation; monitor and manage water, soil and crops; increase productivity; control insecticides/pesticides; detect plant diseases; increase the rate of crop sales; cattle monitoring etc.Agricultural Informatics: Automation Using the IoT and Machine Learning focuses on all these topics, including a few case studies, and they give a clear indication as to why these techniques should now be widely adopted by the agriculture and farming industries.

UNDERSTANDING INFRASTRUCTURE EDGE COMPUTINGA comprehensive review of the key emerging technologies that will directly impact areas of computer technology over the next five yearsInfrastructure edge computing is the model of data center and network infrastructure deployment which distributes a large number of physically small data centers around an area to deliver better performance and to enable new economical applications. It is vital for those operating at business or technical levels to be positioned to capitalize on the changes that will occur as a result of infrastructure edge computing.This book provides a thorough understanding of the growth of internet infrastructure from its inception to the emergence of infrastructure edge computing. Author Alex Marcham, an acknowledged leader in the field who coined the term 'infrastructure edge computing,' presents an accessible, accurate, and expansive view of the next generation of internet infrastructure. The book features illustrative examples of 5G mobile cellular networks, city-scale AI systems, self-driving cars, drones, industrial robots, and more--technologies that increase efficiency, save time and money, and improve safety. Covering state-of-the-art topics, this timely and authoritative book:* Presents a clear and accurate survey of the key emerging technologies that will impact data centers, 5G networks, artificial intelligence and cyber-physical systems, and other areas of computer technology* Explores how and why Internet infrastructure has evolved to where it stands today and where it needs to be in the near future* Covers a wide range of topics including distributed application workload operation, infrastructure and application security, and related technologies such as multi-access edge computing (MEC) and fog computing* Provides numerous use cases and examples of real-world applications which depend upon underlying edge infrastructureWritten for Information Technology practitioners, computer technology practitioners, and students, Understanding Infrastructure Edge Computing is essential reading for those looking to benefit from the coming changes in computer technology.

Introduces practical approaches for optimizing management and hedging of Interest Rate Risk in the Banking Book (IRRBB) driven by fast evolving regulatory landscape and market expectations.Interest rate risk in the banking book (IRRBB) gained its importance through the regulatory requirements that have been growing and guiding the banking industry for the last couple of years. The importance of IRRBB is shifting for banks, away from 'just' a regulatory requirement to having an impact on the overall profitability of a financial institution. Interest Rate Risk in the Banking Book sheds light on the best practices for managing this importance risk category and provides detailed analysis of the hedging strategies, practical examples, and case studies based on the author's experience. This handbook is rich in practical insights on methodological approach and contents of ALCO report, IRRBB policy, ICAAP, Risk Appetite Statement (RAS) and model documentation. It is intended for the Treasury, Risk and Finance department and is helpful in improving and optimizing their IRRBB framework and strategy. By the end of this IRRBB journey, the reader will be equipped with all the necessary tools to build a proactive and compliant framework within a financial institution.* Gain an updated understanding of the evolving regulatory landscape for IRRBB* Learn to apply maturity gap analysis, sensitivity analysis, and the hedging strategy in banking contexts * Understand how customer behavior impacts interest rate risk and how to manage the consequences* Examine case studies illustrating key IRRBB exposures and their implicationsWritten by London market risk expert Beata Lubinska, Interest Rate Risk in the Banking Book is the authoritative resource on this evolving topic.

This book covers the most essential techniques for designing and building dependable distributed systems, from traditional fault tolerance to the blockchain technology. Topics include checkpointing and logging, recovery-orientated computing, replication, distributed consensus, Byzantine fault tolerance, as well as blockchain.This book intentionally includes traditional fault tolerance techniques so that readers can appreciate better the huge benefits brought by the blockchain technology and why it has been touted as a disruptive technology, some even regard it at the same level of the Internet. This book also expresses a grave concern on using traditional consensus algorithms in blockchain because with the limited scalability of such algorithms, the primary benefits of using blockchain in the first place, such as decentralization and immutability, could be easily lost under cyberattacks.

ORGANIC REACTIONSExamines the beneficial roles of nitric oxide in growth and stress tolerance regulation through its involvement in tolerance mechanismsStudies have identified the central role of nitric oxide in stress mitigation through the modulation of physiological and biochemical pathways including germination, photosynthesis regulation, and programmed cell death. Nitric Oxide in Plants: A Molecule with Dual Roles provides a detailed account of the physio-biochemical, molecular, and omic basis of NO-mediated responses in crop plants under different stresses.Summarizing recent work from leading researchers in the field, this up-to-date volume presents the current understanding of the modulation of the endogenous nitric oxide concentration following exogenous treatments and nitric oxide scavengers or inhibitors. The contributors discuss topics such as NO-mediated regulation of growth, photosynthesis, and tolerance mechanisms, the reductive and oxidative pathways of NO synthesis, molecular interventions for enhancing NO synthesis, the role of nitrogen in production of NO, beneficial microbes in NO production under normal and changing environmental conditions, and more.* Includes an overview of the biosynthesis and regulation of NO synthesis in plants* Describes the enzymatic and non-enzymatic biosynthesis of NO and the influence of different stress factors on NO synthesis* Explores the role of reactive oxygen, sulphur, and nitrogen species in stress signaling* Discusses endogenous and exogenous NO in modifying the ascorbate-glutathione cycle* Explains the crosstalk mechanisms underlying NO and phytohormones, including auxins, cytokinins, abscisic acid, and ethyleneNitric Oxide in Plants: A Molecule with Dual Roles is an essential resource for academics, students, and industry professionals studying the role of nitric oxide in environmental stress tolerance and its interaction with key signaling molecules.

Highly detailed resource covering microbiome research, new omics, and gene editing technologies and approachesMicrobiomics and Sustainable Crop Production presents an overview of the current state of the art in microbiome research, discussing many new technologies and approaches in order to bridge knowledge gaps between field and lab experimental systems. New and emerging strategies to improve the survival and activity of microbial inoculants are covered, including the use of selected indigenous microbes, optimizing microbial delivery methods, and taking advantage of modern gene editing tools to engineer microbial inoculants.The two highly qualified authors address new molecular tools and powerful biotechnological advances, providing readers with knowledge of the complex chemical and biological interactions that occur in the rhizosphere and ensuring that strategies to engineer the rhizosphere are safe, beneficial to productivity, and result in improvements to the sustainability of agricultural systems. The relationship between phyllosphere microbial communities and functional traits of plants is also explored. Finally, approaches and priority areas for future research on phyllosphere microbiology are suggested.Specific sample topics covered in this comprehensive resource include:* Transmission modes of bacteria and fungi and the nature of their interactions in the endosphere* Characteristics of 'core microbiomes', which may be deployed to organize otherwise uncontrollable dynamics of resident microbiomes* Model microbiome-plant systems, as well as the stability, resilience, and assembly of agricultural microbiomes* Engineering and management of agricultural microbiomes for improving crop health, including reasons to modify plant microbiomes* Microbiome research in the omics era and new efforts and challenges in assigning functions to microbesFor students of plant biotechnology, agricultural sciences, and agricultural engineering, along with researchers working in related fields, Microbiomics and Sustainable Crop Production is an important resource to understand many complex modern ideas related to the subject and how they can be applied to practical applications.

Arsenic in PlantsComprehensive resource detailing the chemistry, toxicity and impact of arsenic in plants, and solutions to the problemArsenic in Plants: Uptake, Consequences and Remediation Techniques provides comprehensive coverage of the subject, detailing arsenic in our environment, the usage of arsenicals in crop fields, phytotoxicity of arsenic and arsenic's impact on the morphology, anatomy and quantitative and qualitative traits of different plant groups, including their physiology and biochemistry. The work emphasizes the occurrence of arsenic, its speciation and transportation in plants, and differences in mechanisms of tolerance in hyper-accumulator and non-accumulator plants.Throughout the text, the highly qualified authors delve into every facet of the interaction of arsenic with plants, including the ionomics, genomics, transcriptomics and proteomics in relation to arsenic toxicity, impact of exogenous phytohormones and growth-regulating substances, management of arsenic contamination in the soil-plant continuum, phytoremediation of arsenic toxicity and physical removal of arsenic from water. General discussion has also been included on subjects such as the ways through which this metalloid affects plant and human systems.Topics covered include:* Introduction and historical background of arsenic and the mechanism of arsenic transport and metabolism in plants* Arsenic-induced responses in plants, including impact on biochemical processes and different plant groups, from cyanobacteria to higher plants* The role of phytohormones, mineral nutrients, metabolites and signaling molecules in regulating arsenic-induced toxicity in plants* Genomic, proteomic, metabolomic, ionomic and transcriptional regulation during arsenic stress* Strategies to reduce the arsenic contamination in soil-plant systems and arsenic removal by phytoremediation techniquesResearchers, academics, and students of plant physiology, biotechnology, and agriculture will find valuable information in Arsenic in Plants to understand this pressing subject in full, along with its implications and how we can adapt our strategies and behaviors to promote reduced contamination through practical applications.

A "how-to" guide for supply chain professionals who need accurate cost information for end-to-end processesWith the increasing pace of globalization, supply chain professionals find that they have less and less margin for error in their decisions making. Competition is getting more intense, and, unfortunately, CFOs and accountants do not currently provide supply chain managers with the information required to make better decisions. Supply Chain Costing and Performance Management, 2nd Edition, will show you (and the executives you report to) how to understand and apply various enterprise and corporate performance management (EPM/CPM) methods related to costs and profit margins and performance measurements.This book is a "how-to" guide to assist supply chain managers and employee teams to obtain interenterprise cost information on supply chain processes. It provides techniques for obtaining accurate cost and performance information on the activities performed within your firm and on activities performed by trading partners. The techniques and approaches in this book were developed from supply chain costing practices implemented by leading-edge firms. You will learn how you can gain access to reasonably accurate costs and profit margins involved with suppliers, products, stock keeping units (SKUs), service-lines, channels, and customers. In addition, you will gain insight into the activity costs in end-to-end business processes, including the "drivers" for each type of cost.* Learn how to access accurate cost and pricing information related to both your company and your trading partners* Overcome siloed information by creating your own costing practices using proven methods drawn from leading firms* Understand what drives activity costs for each step in end-to-end business processes* Assess the performance of your costing activities with step-by-step measurement guidelines* Make better decisions and improve performance and profitability with clearer, more transparent cost and price dataThe information in this book will empower supply chain managers with the ability to make better decisions and improve their organizations' performance and profitability.

Die zweite Auflage des umfassendsten maßgeblichen Referenzwerks zu Erzeugung, Verarbeitung und Nährwert von Trockenbohnen ist jetzt erhältlich.Seit dem Erscheinen der ersten Auflage von Dry Beans and Pulses: Production, Processing, and Nutrition im Jahr 2012 hat die Beliebtheit von Hülsenfrüchten ? über die traditionelle Nutzung hinaus ? als nachhaltige, nährstoffreiche Zutat für Fleischalternativen und andere Lebensmittelprodukte beträchtlich zugenommen. In der vollständig überarbeiteten Neuauflage wird das Thema weiterhin unter Berücksichtigung der gesamten Wertschöpfungskette betrachtet. Die Leserinnen und Leser erhalten aktuelle Informationen über Züchtung, Zusammensetzung, Qualität, Nährwertprofile, Nachernte- und Verarbeitungstechniken, Lebensmittelsicherheit, die Bedeutung für die menschliche Gesundheit und viele weitere Aspekte.Ein Team von mehr als fünfzig Autoren betrachtet die aktuellen Forschungsergebnisse, Verbrauchertrends, neue Produkte und Fragen der Lebensmittelsicherheit bei der Verarbeitung von Trockenbohnen und Veredelungstechniken. Neu hinzugekommene Kapitel beschäftigen sich mit dem Hard-to-cook-Phänomen und anderen lagerungsbedingten Qualitätsmängeln, einer Qualitätsbewertung roher und verarbeiteter Hülsenfrüchte mit innovativen Technologien, der Nutzung von Trockenbohnen und Hülsenfrüchten als Zutat in verschiedenen Lebensmittelprodukten sowie der Produktion, Verarbeitung und dem Nährwertprofil von Faba-Bohnen, Kichererbsen und Linsen. Dieses umfassende Werk, das sich sowohl mit herkömmlich verwendeten als auch mit anderen Bohnenarten befasst, bietet den Leserinnen und Lesern:* Neue Themen, erweiterte Betrachtungen, durchgängig aktualisierte Referenzen sowie zusätzliche Abbildungen und Tabellen* Ausführliche Informationen zu den wichtigsten Aspekten der Produktionstechnologien, der Veredelung und der Kulinologie* Eine Analyse von Produktion und Verbrauch auf globaler Ebene, von Verpackung und Vertrieb sowie der Bioverfügbarkeit der bioaktiven Substanzen im Rahmen der Ernährung* Eine Darstellung der weltweiten Bemühungen zur Verbesserung der Qualität und Nutzung von Trockenbohnen und Hülsenfrüchten* Eine Besprechung der aktuellen Trends und neuer Anwendungen der antioxidativen Eigenschaften von Trockenbohnen als Functional Food* Kapitel aus der Feder von Experten in Fachbereichen wie Pflanzenbau, Gartenbau, Lebensmittelwissenschaft und -technologie, Lebensmittelbiochemie und -technik sowie Ernährungs- und UmweltwissenschaftenDie zweite Auflage von Dry Beans and Pulses: Production, Processing, and Nutrition ist eine Pflichtlektüre für Lebensmittel- und Ernährungswissenschaftler, Agronomen, Forscher, Fachleute für Lebensmittelverarbeitung und Lebensmittelsicherheit sowie Lebensmitteltechniker und -chemiker, die sich mit der Verarbeitung von Trockenbohnen und Veredelungstechnologien beschäftigen.

Bioresource TechnologyDiscover the latest developments in the field of bioresource technology with this practical handbookThe management and cultivation of bioresources are critical components of the economic survival of nations. Significantly underexplored, recent advances in bioresource technologies have breathed new life into the research and development of new bioresource techniques and capabilities.In Bioresource Technology: Concept, Tools, and Experiences, a team of distinguished researchers delivers a comprehensive work intended to bridge the gap between field-oriented taxonomists and ecologists and lab-oriented functional and molecular biologists.The book is divided into three sections: food, environment, and energy. In the first part, the authors explore the functional food sector, from green and smart food packaging to nanosensors as diagnostic tools in the food industry. The second part is concerned with the achievement of future energy security through the use of bioresources as energy sources. Finally, the third section discusses sustainable environmental management policies via bioresource use.Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of:* A thorough introduction on the recent advances in the technology pertaining to functional food industry to overcome the future food challenges* Comprehensive explorations of the art and science of growing microgreens, including their historical background, cultivation practices, quality, and shelf life* In-depth examinations of the bioprospecting of bioresources, including bioprospecting in agriculture, chemical industries, and diagnostic applications* Provides state-of-the art technologies in the green energy sector to cater for the energy demand of the people, reducing greenhouse gases (GHG) and the reliance on fossil fuels* In-depth understanding on the recent advances in the bioresource management policies and sustainable environmentPerfect for postgraduate students, research scholars, faculty, and scientists involved in agriculture, plant sciences, environmental sciences, bioenergy, biofuels, molecular biology, and microbiology, Bioresource Technology: Concept, Tools, and Experiences is also an indispensable resource for those working in biochemistry, biotechnology, and food technology.

Climate Change and AgricultureAuthoritative and comprehensive resource covering climate-smart agriculture with key insights into its implementationClimate Change and Agriculture provides a complete overview of the development of sustainable agroecosystems and cropping systems and details how to improve the resilience of cultivated crops and cropping systems to the adverse conditions of the climate, such as drought, increasing levels of carbon dioxide, global warming, and many other secondary effects such as soils fertility depletion, uncommon disease, and pests. Additionally, the text suggests different agricultural practices to face the severity of frequency of the natural events.Climate Change and Agriculture also delves into the different climate-resilient methods and climate-smarter agriculture (CSA) for food production by building healthier soils through different sustainable practices, redesigning diverse agroecosystems, and developing new crop varieties, livestock breeds, and farm practices. Insight into how modern technology has affected the field, and how it may affect the field in the future, is included.Other topics discussed in Climate Change and Agriculture include:* Climate change and agriculture (state of the art, challenges, and perspectives), plus studies on crop yields and their extreme value analysis over India* Symbiosis for food security and sustainability in changing climate and emerging issues related to conservation agriculture in Africa* The role of periurban agriculture in sustainability and climate change, with additional information on nutrient management in agro-ecosystems* Soil fertility management and biofertilization in changing climate and biochar mitigating abiotic stress-induced damages under changing climateFor academics and students; seed, fertilizer, and chemical producers; farmers and farming communities; and policy makers, Climate Change and Agriculture contains invaluable insights into the subject that are helpful in understanding the current state of the field and preparing for potential future developments.

Detailed resource providing insight into the understanding of fat mimetics and their use for the development of food productsFat Mimetics for Food Applications explores strategies for the development of fat mimetics for food applications, including meat, dairy, spreads and baked products, covering all the physical strategies and presenting the main characterization techniques for the study of fat mimetics behaviour. The text further provides insight into the understanding of fat mimetics in food structure and how it affects food products.Fat Mimetics for Food Applications is organized into five sections. The first section provides a historical overview and thermodynamic perspective of the structure-properties relationship in fat mimetics. Section II is devoted to the main materials used for the development of fat mimetics, and the structures that result from different methodologies and approaches. Section III overviews the methodologies used for the characterization of the developed replacers. Section IV contains examples of what has been done in the use of fat mimetics in food. Section V focuses on a future perspective, along with real cases of projects within the industry and a commercial perspective of some examples.Topics covered in Fat Mimetics for Food Applications include:* Role of lipids in foods and human nutrition; the current status of fats in the food industry; and food trends as they pertain to fat mimetics* Materials for the production of fat mimetics such as natural waxes, sterols, lecithin, mono and di-glycerides, fatty alcohols and fatty acids, polysaccharides and proteins* Rheological and texture properties; sensorial aspects of fat mimetics and advanced characterization strategies such as small-angle X-ray scattering and small-angle neutron scattering* Fat mimetics' nutritional and functional properties, along with examples of using in vitro gastrointestinal digestion system to unravel the lipids fat during digestion* Examples of the application of fat mimetics in different food products such as meat, dairy, margarine and fat spreads and baked productsFat Mimetics for Food Applications targets researchers, academics, and food industry professionals to boost their capability to integrate different science and technology as well as engineering and materials aspects of fat mimetics for food development.

Aquatic Environmental BioengineeringDiscover the importance of remediation efforts for aquatic ecosystemsMost contamination of water bodies stem from human activity, and the pollution in our water is one of the most important environmental concerns facing future generations. The most significant of these pollutants are halogenated organic compounds, petroleum hydrocarbons, radionuclides, metal and metalloids, pharmaceutical drugs, microbial toxins, and flame retardants. With such a vast array of potential contaminants and dangerously cumulating contamination levels in fragile marine environments, reparative action is more essential than ever.Aquatic Environmental Bioengineering: Monitoring and Remediation of Contamination provides the reader with a map towards environmentally safe and economically feasible technologies to intervene in polluted aquatic ecosystems. The authors suggest a phased approach consisting of site classification and risk assessment, followed by remediation technology selection and implementation. Effective methods for surveying bodies of water are particularly emphasized, and advancements in the development of novel transgenic plants and microbial fuel cells are put forward as effective tools against environmental contamination and industrial wastewater pollution.Readers will also find:* A focus on the most recent and cutting-edge research on the topic: photocatalysis, the use of genetically modified organisms, and the use of nanomaterials* A simple compendium of fundamental concepts in environmental engineering of aquatic ecosystems* A detailed discussion of the advancement in remote sensing and geographic information (GIS), methodologies that make it possible to conduct large-scale water remediation studies at reasonable costThe ideal resource for researchers and students of environmental science, plant biotechnology, agricultural science, environmental engineering, and plant sciences, Aquatic Environmental Bioengineering will be a crucial resource for the remediation of contaminants in our aquatic ecosystems.

Apply cutting-edge AI techniques to your Dynamics 365 environment to create new solutions to old business problemsIn Machine Learning with Dynamics 365 and Power Platform: The Ultimate Guide to Apply Predictive Analytics, an accomplished team of digital and data analytics experts delivers a practical and comprehensive discussion of how to integrate AI Builder with Dataverse and Dynamics 365 to create real-world business solutions. It also walks you through how to build powerful machine learning models using Azure Data Lake, Databricks, Azure Synapse Analytics.The book is filled with clear explanations, visualizations, and working examples that get you up and running in your development of supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning techniques using Microsoft machine learning tools and technologies. These strategies will transform your business verticals, reducing costs and manual processes in finance and operations, retail, telecommunications, and manufacturing industries.The authors demonstrate:* What machine learning is all about and how it can be applied to your organization's Dynamics 365 and Power Platform Projects* The creation and management of environments for development, testing, and production of a machine learning project* How adopting machine learning techniques will redefine the future of your ERP/CRM systemPerfect for Technical Consultants, software developers, and solution architects, Machine Learning with Dynamics 365 and Power Platform is also an indispensable guide for Chief Technology Officers seeking an intuitive resource for how to implement machine learning in modern business applications to solve real-world problems.

Das Werk vermittelt einen Überblick über die Grundlagen der Medikamentenverabreichung und die wichtigsten Prozesse bei der Entwicklung von Systemen zur kontrollierten Medikamentenverabreichung. Im ersten Teil wird das Konzept der Medikamentenverabreichung erläutert, und es werden die Herausforderungen, Chancen und grundlegenden Prozesse bei der Entwicklung von Systemen zur kontrollierten Verabreichung vorgestellt. Im zweiten Teil geht es um eine umfassende Auseinandersetzung mit den üblichen Verabreichungswegen bei der kontrollierten Medikamentenverabreichung. Dabei wird in jedem Kapitel die für den jeweiligen Verabreichungsweg relevante Physiologie erläutert, und es werden insbesondere die Grenzen der Verabreichung aufgezeigt. Im letzten Teil liegt der Schwerpunkt auf den besonderen Herausforderungen bei der kontrollierten Medikamentenverabreichung und fortschrittlichen Verabreichungstechnologien ? auch bei Verabreichungssystemen für biologische Wirkstoffe mit ihren ganz eigenen gewaltigen Herausforderungen.

A comprehensive source of in-depth information provided on existing and emerging food technologies based on the electromagnetic spectrumElectromagnetic Technologies in Food Science examines various methods employed in food applications that are based on the entire electromagnetic (EM) spectrum. Focusing on recent advances and challenges in food science and technology, this is an up-to-date volume that features vital contributions coming from an international panel of experts who have shared both fundamental and advanced knowledge of information on the dosimetry methods, and on potential applications of gamma irradiation, electron beams, X-rays, radio and microwaves, ultraviolet, visible, pulsed light, and more.Organized into four parts, the text begins with an accessible overview of the physics of the electromagnetic spectrum, followed by discussion on the application of the EM spectrum to non-thermal food processing. The physics of infrared radiation, microwaves, and other advanced heating methods are then deliberated in detail--supported by case studies and examples that illustrate a range of both current and potential applications of EM-based methods. The concluding section of the book describes analytical techniques adopted for quality control, such as hyperspectral imaging, infrared and Raman spectroscopy. This authoritative book resource:* Covers advanced theoretical knowledge and practical applications on the use of EM spectrum as novel methods in food processing technology* Discusses the latest progress in developing quality control methods, thus enabling the control of continuous fast-speed processes* Explores future challenges and benefits of employing electromagnetic spectrum in food technology applications* Addresses emerging processing technologies related to improving safety, preservation, and overall quality of various food commoditiesElectromagnetic Technologies in Food Science is an essential reading material for undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, academics, and agri-food professionals working in the area of food preservation, novel food processing techniques and sustainable food production.

Unlock the incredible potential of enterprise risk managementThere has been much evolution in terms of ERM best practices, experience, and standards and regulation over the past decade. Enterprise Risk Management: Today's Leading Research and Best Practices for Tomorrow's Executives, Second Edition is the revised and updated essential guide to the now immensely popular topic of enterprise risk management (ERM). With contributions from leading academics and practitioners, this book offers insights into what practitioners are doing and what the future holds. You'll discover how you can implement best practices, improve ERM tools and techniques, and even learn to teach ERM. Retaining the holistic approach to ERM that made the first edition such a success, this new edition adds coverage of new topics including cybersecurity risk, ERM in government, foreign exchange risk, risk appetite, innovation risk, outsourcing risk, scenario planning, climate change risk, and much more. In addition, the new edition includes important updates and enhancements to topics covered in the first edition; so much of it has been revised and enhanced that it is essentially an entirely new book.Enterprise Risk Management introduces you to the concepts and techniques that allow you to identify risks and prioritize the appropriate responses. This invaluable guide offers a broad overview, covering key issues while focusing on the principles that drive effective decision making and determine business success. This comprehensive resource also provides a thorough introduction to ERM as it relates to credit, market, and operational risk, as well as the evolving requirements of the board of directors' role in overseeing ERM.Through the comprehensive chapters and leading research and best practices covered, this book:* Provides a holistic overview of key topics in ERM, including the role of the chief risk officer, development and use of key risk indicators and the risk-based allocation of resources* Contains second-edition updates covering additional material related to teaching ERM, risk frameworks, risk culture, credit and market risk, risk workshops and risk profiles and much more. Over 90% of the content from the first edition has been revised or enhanced* Reveals how you can prudently apply ERM best practices within the context of your underlying business activitiesFilled with helpful examples, tables, and illustrations, Enterprise Risk Management, Second Edition offers a wealth of knowledge on the drivers, the techniques, the benefits, as well as the pitfalls to avoid, in successfully implementing ERM.

We are entering the era of digital transformation where human and artificial intelligence (AI) work hand in hand to achieve data driven performance.Today, more than ever, businesses are expected to possess the talent, tools, processes, and capabilities to enable their organizations to implement and utilize continuous analysis of past business performance and events to gain forward-looking insight to drive business decisions and actions. AI-Enabled Analytics in Business is your Roadmap to meet this essential business capability. To ensure we can plan for the future vs react to the future when it arrives, we need to develop and deploy a toolbox of tools, techniques, and effective processes to reveal forward-looking unbiased insights that help us understand significant patterns, relationships, and trends. This book promotes clarity to enable you to make better decisions from insights about the future.* Learn how advanced analytics ensures that your people have the right information at the right time to gain critical insights and performance opportunities* Empower better, smarter decision making by implementing AI-enabled analytics decision support tools* Uncover patterns and insights in data, and discover facts about your business that will unlock greater performance* Gain inspiration from practical examples and use cases showing how to move your business toward AI-Enabled decision makingAI-Enabled Analytics in Business is a must-have practical resource for directors, officers, and executives across various functional disciplines who seek increased business performance and valuation.

INTRODUCTION TO DESALINATIONExplore the principles, methods, and applications of modern desalination processesIntroduction to Desalination: Principles, Processes, and Calculations delivers a comprehensive and robust exploration of desalination highlighted with numerous illustrative examples and calculations.The book is divided into three sections, the first of which offers an introduction to the topic that includes chapters covering global water scarcity and the need for "new water." The second section discusses the desalination process, including evaporation, reverse osmosis, crystallization, hybrid systems, and other potable water processes. The final part covers topics that include water conservation, environmental considerations of desalination, economic impacts of desalination, optimization, ethics, and the future of desalination.The book also includes:* A comprehensive introduction to desalination, including discussions of engineering principles, the physical, chemical, and biological properties of water, and water chemistry* An extensive engineering analysis of the various desalination processes* Practical discussions of miscellaneous desalination topics, including the environmental and economic effects of the technologyPerfect for process, chemical, mechanical, environmental, and civil engineers, Introduction to Desalination: Principles, Processes, and Calculations is also a valuable resource for materials scientists, operators, and technicians working in the field.

ASTROPHYSICSThe new edition of the popular textbook for undergraduate astronomers, covers the "how" of astrophysicsAstrophysics: Decoding the Cosmos, Second Edition, describes how information about the physical nature of stars and other celestial bodies is obtained and analyzed to gain a better understanding of the universe. This acclaimed introductory textbook makes the complex principles and theories underlying astrophysics accessible to students with basic knowledge of first-year calculus-based physics and introductory astronomy. Reader-friendly chapters explore physical processes using relevant examples and clear explanations of how radiation and particles are analyzed. Such analysis leads to the density, temperature, mass, and energy of astronomical objects.In the time since the first publication of Astrophysics, the power of telescopes has increased considerably. Reflecting advancements in the field, this new edition includes carefully reviewed and updated material throughout, including recent GAIA satellite results, new information from subatomic particles, neutrinos, and cosmic rays, and brand-new case studies on Gamma-ray bursters, soft repeaters, fast radio bursts, exoplanets, and signals from exoplanetary atmospheres. Retaining its focus on electromagnetic radiation, the second edition now covers more of the ways that information about the universe is acquired, such as particles, gravitational radiation, and meteoritics. This textbook:* Describes complex processes in a clear and accessible manner* Provides relevant background information on the physics and examples of the theory in practice to place the subject into context* Includes new figures, case studies, examples, further readings, end-of-chapter problems of varying difficulty levels, and open-ended "Just for Fun" problems* Features a companion website containing information required to solve the designated web-based problems in the text and a range supplementary learning materialAstrophysics: Decoding the Cosmos, Second Edition, is the ideal intermediate textbook for second- and third-year undergraduate students in Astrophysics courses, as well as a useful resource for advanced undergraduate and graduate students looking to refresh their knowledge in basic concepts.

This is the first and most comprehensive guide on the modeling, engineering and reliable design of indoor photovoltaics which currently is the most promising and energy efficient power supply for edge nodes for the Internet of Things and other indoor devices.Indoor photovoltaics (IPV) has grown in importance over recent years. This can in part be attributed to the creation of the Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) along with the vast amounts of data being processed in the field, which has been a massive accelerator for this development. Moreover, since energy conservation is being imposed as the national strategy of many countries and is being set as a top priority throughout the world, understanding and promoting IPV as the most promising indoor energy harvesting source is considered by many to be essential these days.The book provides the engineer and researcher with guidelines, and presents a comprehensive overview of theoretical models, efficiencies, and application design. This unique and groundbreaking book has chapters by leading researchers on:* Introduction to micro energy harvesting* Introduction to indoor photovoltaics* Modeling indoor irradiance* Characterization and power measurement of IPV cells* Luminescent solar concentrators* Organic photovoltaic cells and modules for applications under indoor lighting conditions* High-efficiency indoor photovoltaic energy harvesting* Indoor photovoltaics based on ALGAAs alloys

SPIRO COMPOUNDSA comprehensive treatment of the latest research in, and applications of, spiro compoundsSpiro Compounds: Synthesis and Applications combines discussions of the latest advances in spiro compound research with the most cutting-edge, real-world applications of that knowledge. This book provides in-depth coverage of the history, significance, properties, synthetic methods, and applications of spiro compounds. As interest in spiro compounds grows due to their unique conformational features and their structural implications on biological systems, Spiro Compounds delivers fulsome treatments of advances in spiro compound synthesis (including stereoselective synthesis) methodologies.With a special focus on the mechanisms of the reactions that lead to the synthesis of spiro compounds, chapters in the book cover topics such as:* The history, significance, and unique properties of spiro compounds* The most important methodologies for their synthesis* The applications of spiro compounds in organic chemistry, biology, drug discovery* The most important syntheses of natural products bearing a spiro ringPerfect for academic and industrial chemists, this comprehensive discussion of spirocycles is an indispensable resource for those practicing in the field.

A timely volume for understanding our future energy landscape and for creating a bridge towards a decarbonized energy system Alternative and Unconventional Energy Sources discusses various alternative energy sources and their present usage, including wind, solar, ocean, and geothermal energy, along with unconventional fossil energy sources, such as shale gas. The text covers the development and global adoption of each energy source, along with their environmental and economic impacts, resulting in a comprehensive and in-depth treatment of the subject. This approach provides the reader with a one-stop reference for each particular energy source, making the information accessible to all, regardless of discipline or current level of experience with each energy source. Specific topics covered in Alternative and Unconventional Energy Sources include: The controversial perception of shale gas and its future potential as an energy source Technologies to reduce harmful emissions of CO2 and other waste gases and their potential to cause less global warming Downsides of commonly accepted alternative energy sources, such as the disposal of nuclear waste and land requirements for solar panels How undeveloped countries can make use of local energy sources to become more efficient and competitiveAlternative and Unconventional Energy Sources is a highly accessible and useful resource for geographers, geologists, petroleum engineers, renewable energy specialists, and policy makers who wish to understand the current state of global energy production and where the industry may turn in the coming years.

Introducing General RelativityAn accessible and engaging introduction to general relativity for undergraduatesIn Introducing General Relativity, the authors deliver a structured introduction to the core concepts and applications of General Relativity. The book leads readers from the basic ideas of relativity--including the Equivalence Principle and curved space-time--to more advanced topics, like Solar System tests and gravitational wave detection.Each chapter contains practice problems designed to engage undergraduate students of mechanics, electrodynamics, and special relativity. A wide range of classical and modern topics are covered in detail, from exploring observational successes and astrophysical implications to explaining many popular principles, like space-time, redshift, black holes, gravitational waves and cosmology. Advanced topic sections introduce the reader to more detailed mathematical approaches and complex ideas, and prepare them for the exploration of more specialized and sophisticated texts.Introducing General Relativity also offers:* Structured outlines to the concepts of General Relativity and a wide variety of its applications* Comprehensive explorations of foundational ideas in General Relativity, including space-time curvature and tensor calculus* Practical discussions of classical and modern topics in relativity, from space-time to redshift, gravity, black holes, and gravitational waves* Optional, in-depth sections covering the mathematical approaches to more advanced ideasPerfect for undergraduate physics students who have studied mechanics, dynamics, and Special Relativity, Introducing General Relativity is an essential resource for those seeking an intermediate level discussion of General Relativity placed between the more qualitative books and graduate-level textbooks.

Discover the role of nanotechnology in promoting plant growth and protection through the management of microbial pathogensIn Nanotechnology in Plant Growth Promotion and Protection, distinguished researcher and author Dr. Avinash P. Ingle delivers a rigorous and insightful collection of some of the latest developments in nanotechnology particularly related to plant growth promotion and protection. The book focuses broadly on the role played by nanotechnology in growth promotion of plants and their protection through the management of different microbial pathogens.You'll learn about a wide variety of topics, including the role of nanomaterials in sustainable agriculture, how nano-fertilizers behave as soil feed, and the dual role of nanoparticles in plant growth promotion and phytopathogen management. You'll also discover why nanotechnology has the potential to revolutionize the current agricultural landscape through the development of nano-based products, like plant growth promoters, nano-fertilizers, nano-pesticides, and nano-insecticides.Find out why nano-based products promise to be a cost-effective, economically viable, and eco-friendly approach to tackling some of the most intractable problems in agriculture today.You'll also benefit from the inclusion of:* A thorough introduction to the prospects and impacts of using nanotechnology to promote the growth of plants and control plant diseases* An exploration of the effects of titanium dioxide nanomaterials on plant growth and the emerging applications of zinc-based nanoparticles in plant growth promotion* Practical discussions of nano-fertilizer in enhancing the production potentials of crops and the potential applications of nanotechnology in plant nutrition and protection for sustainable agriculture* A concise treatment of nanotechnology in seed science and soil feed* Toxicological concerns of nanomaterials used in agriculturePerfect for undergraduate, graduate, and research students of nanotechnology, agriculture, plant science, plant physiology, and crops, Nanotechnology in Plant Growth Promotion and Protection will also earn a place in the libraries of professors and researchers in these areas, as well as regulators and policymakers.

Backscattering and RF Sensing for Future Wireless CommunicationDiscover what lies ahead in wireless communication networks with this insightful and forward-thinking book written by experts in the fieldBackscattering and RF Sensing for Future Wireless Communication delivers a concise and insightful picture of emerging and future trends in increasing the efficiency and performance of wireless communication networks. The book shows how the immense challenge of frequency saturation could be met via the deployment of intelligent planar electromagnetic structures. It provides an in-depth coverage of the fundamental physics behind these structures and assesses the enhancement of the performance of a communication network in challenging environments, like densely populated urban centers.The distinguished editors have included resources from a variety of leading voices in the field who discuss topics such as the engineering of metasurfaces at a large scale, the electromagnetic analysis of planar metasurfaces, and low-cost and reliable backscatter communication. All of the included works focus on the facilitation of the development of intelligent systems designed to enhance communication network performance. Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of:* A thorough introduction to the evolution of wireless communication networks over the last thirty years, including the imminent saturation of the frequency spectrum* An exploration of state-of-the-art techniques that next-generation wireless networks will likely incorporate, including software-controlled frameworks involving artificial intelligence* An examination of the scattering of electromagnetic waves by metasurfaces, including how wave propagation differs from traditional bulk materials* A treatment of the evolution of artificial intelligence in wireless communicationsPerfect for researchers in wireless communications, electromagnetics, and urban planning, Backscattering and RF Sensing for Future Wireless Communication will also earn a place in the libraries of government policy makers, technologists, and telecom industry stakeholders who wish to get a head start on understanding the technologies that will enable tomorrow's wireless communications.

Explores innovations in the production of rare earths that would be more sustainable Rare earth elements are used in many modern technologies including electronics, clean energy, defense, aerospace, and automotive. It is important that increasing demand is met in ways that are more environmentally, socially and economically sustainable than in the past. Rare Earth Elements: Sustainable Recovery, Processing, and Purification describes sources of rare earths and methods of production that have the potential to make recovery, processing, and purification more sustainable. Volume highlights include: Global overview of rare earth production, reserves, and resources Improvements in the recovery process to reduce costs and environmental impacts Potential new sources of rare earths that were not previously technically feasible Options for recovery of rare earths as byproducts of other activities Contributions from experts in academia, industry, government, research, and non-profit organizations 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.

Recent advances in the modeling and remote sensing of droughts and floodsDroughts and floods are causing increasing damage worldwide, often with devastating short- and long-term impacts on human society. Forecasting when they will occur, monitoring them as they develop, and learning from the past to improve disaster management is vital.Global Drought and Flood: Observation, Modeling, and Prediction presents recent advances in the modeling and remote sensing of droughts and floods. It also describes the techniques and products currently available and how they are being used in practice.Volume highlights include:* Remote sensing approaches for mapping droughts and floods* Physical and statistical models for monitoring and forecasting hydrologic hazards* Features of various drought and flood systems and products* Use by governments, humanitarian, and development stakeholders in recent disaster cases* Improving the collaboration between hazard information provision and end usersThe 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.