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Mathematical Models Using Artificial Intelligence for Surveillance Systems aims to collect and publish basic principles, algorithms, protocols, developing trends, and security challenges and their solutions for various indoor and outdoor surveillance applications using artificial intelligence (AI). The book addresses how AI technologies such as machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), sensors, and other wireless devices could play a vital role in assisting various security agencies. Security and safety are the major concerns for public and private places in every country. Some places need indoor surveillance, some need outdoor surveillance, and, in some places, both are needed. The goal of this book is to provide an efficient and optimal surveillance system using AI, ML, and DL-based image processing. The blend of machine vision technology and AI provides a more efficient surveillance system compared to traditional systems. Leading scholars and industry practitioners are expected to make significant contributions to the chapters. Their deep conversations and knowledge, which are based on references and research, will result in a wonderful book and a valuable source of information.

The ability to synthesize novel materials has substantially progressed thanks to science and technology over the past 20 years. They fall mostly into the following four categories: polymers, ceramics, metals, and smart materials. Among these, smart materials are gaining popularity since they have more uses than conventional materials. Smart materials are unusual substances that have the ability to alter their properties, such as those that can immediately change their phase when placed near a magnet or their shape simply by applying heat. Humanity will be significantly impacted by this new era of smart materials. For instance, some of them can adapt their properties to the environment, some have sensory capabilities, some can repair themselves automatically, and some can degrade themselves. These extraordinary properties of smart materials will have an effect on all facets of civilization. There are many different types of intelligent materials, including magnetorheological materials, electro-rheostat materials, shape memory alloys, piezoelectric materials, and more. This book describes many forms of smart materials and their possible uses in various fields. A literature survey discusses the different types of smart materials, such as based ceramics, polymers, and organic compounds and their needs, advantages, disadvantages, and applications will be comprehensively discussed. A discussion of well-established smart materials including piezoelectric, magnetostrictive, shape memory alloy, electro-rheological fluid, and magnetorheological fluid materials will be discussed with their present prospects.

"Cholesterol is a fatty substance present in all cells of a human body, has several important functions, and originates from external (diet) or internal (liver) sources. To move through the bloodstream, cholesterol sticks to special proteins that carry it in water called lipoproteins. While the body contains several classes of these proteins, the most common are low- and high-density lipoproteins, respectively termed LDL and HDL. Often, because of their heavy load of cholesterol, LDL is considered bad while the opposite is true on both counts of good HDL. Other kinds of smaller molecules that carry cholesterol are grouped together as "remnant cholesterol" and recent studies have documented this remnant is associated with elevated risk of heart disease and stroke, making them important also to reduce in the body"--

Daily journal to help you transform your life by structuring your thoughts around success Success Journal: A Daily Practice for Positivity, Resilience, and Growth is a daily, lined journal where readers can write down their success of the day, shift their nighttime focus from negativity to positivity, and thereby create more success and opportunities in their lives. This resource is inspired by the legendary Bart Connor, who credited his overcoming a torn bicep muscle to win two gold medals at the 1984 Olympics to his parents asking him about his success of the day as a child. Since hearing Bart Connor's story, bestselling author and influencer Jon Gordon has helped spread his secret to success far and wide, starting with his own children and continuing on to tens of thousands attending his renowned keynote speeches. In this journal, readers will find: A structured, consistent way to transform your nighttime thoughts for the better All of the guidance you need to figure out the event(s) or accomplishment(s) in your day that made you smile Quotes related to positivity and success as a way to get the gears turning and the inspiration flowing Success Journal: A Daily Practice for Positivity, Resilience, and Growth is an essential daily journal for everyone looking to consistently shape their thoughts, and therefore their lives, around positivity and success.

Provides the information needed to interpret clinical laboratory assays of domestic mammals Fundamentals of Veterinary Clinical Pathology, Third Edition presents thoroughly updated and detailed information to promote appropriate clinical laboratory testing and interpretation of test results for common domestic mammals. Presented in an easy-to-use outline format complemented by many relevant tables and illustrations, the book is now in full color. This evidence-based guide synthesizes the laboratory principles, physiology, assays, analytical concepts, pathophysiologic states, and pathophysiologic processes relevant to detecting, evaluating, and understanding disorders in dogs, cats, horses, cattle, and camelids. Content additions include two entirely new chapters on synovial and cerebrospinal fluid analysis, as well as expanded sections on blood typing and crossmatching, viscoelastic testing, protein electrophoresis, positive acute-phase proteins, mixed acid-base disorders, vitamin D analysis, analytical and biological variation, blood smear evaluation, and more. New clinical tests and methods, useful data patterns, and additional disorders and pathologic processes are integrated throughout. Providing a conceptual understanding applicable to many species and serving as a valuable clinical reference, Fundamentals of Veterinary Clinical Pathology: Uses consistent terminology and chapter organization featuring separate sections for physiologic concepts, analytical methods, and interpretation of resultsProvides pathophysiologic explanations of laboratory abnormalitiesAllows easy access to information on disorders and conditions, grouping them by common mechanisms or processes and ordering them in parallel across interpretive tables and textFeatures a wealth of high-quality illustrations and photomicrographs throughout the textIncludes extensive referencing to support statements and provide direction for further reading Fundamentals of Veterinary Clinical Pathology, Third Edition is an excellent textbook for veterinary students taking clinical pathology courses, as well as a valuable resource for clinical and anatomic pathology residents, medicine and surgery residents, and practicing veterinarians.

A must-read roadmap to analyzing, valuing, and investing in cryptocurrency and other digital assets In Investing in Cryptocurrencies and Digital Assets: A Guide to Understanding Technologies, Business Models, Due Diligence, and Valuation, alternative investments expert Dr. Keith Black delivers a compelling and straightforward roadmap for analyzing, valuing, and investing in crypto and other digital assets. You'll learn how to buy crypto directly -- and how to keep your new digital assets safe from hacks and fraud -- and how to invest indirectly, using stocks, futures, options, and exchange-traded funds. You'll also discover how to conduct extensive due diligence to reduce technology and compliance risks, as well as how to understand the business models that underlie and power these novel technologies. The book also offers: Accessible discussions of and introductions to blockchain and distributed ledger technology, stablecoins, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other foundational concepts Ways to differentiate between investing in digital assets for the long term and risky, short-term speculation An essential new playbook for institutional, professional, and retail investors involved with digital assets and cryptocurrency, Investing in Cryptocurrencies and Digital Assets is the comprehensive and up-to-date guide to the sector that you've been waiting for.

This comprehensive guide explores the latest heat transfer enhancement techniques and provides the knowledge and insights required to tackle present and future challenges associated with heat dissipation, making it an essential resource for researchers, engineers, and professionals in the field. In today's rapidly evolving world, where technological advancements are driving industries forward, the need for innovative solutions for heat transfer and dissipation challenges is becoming increasingly critical. This book serves as a comprehensive guide that explores the latest heat transfer enhancement techniques and their potential to inspire the development of new devices and technologies. By delving into this subject matter, the book aims to empower researchers, engineers, and professionals in the field with the knowledge and insights required to tackle the present and future challenges associated with heat dissipation. It provides a roadmap for pushing the boundaries of traditional thinking and fostering innovation in the field. Heat Transfer Enhancement Techniques: Thermal Performance, Optimization and Applications will be helpful to readers in presenting the basic and advanced technological developments of heat transfer enhancement techniques. Each chapter will cover a specific problem with future scope to further extend this research. This book contains new methodologies, models, techniques, and applications, as well as fundamental knowledge of heat transfer techniques.

The definitive playbook for empowering intergenerational collaboration, innovation and productivity at work. Five Generations at Work: How we win together, for good explores how to maximise the dynamics of our generational diversity to create more collaborative and competitive organisations. An energising and pragmatic read, this book unpacks six years of research and work with organisations and individuals who are taking progressive action to lead from lenses versus labels, evidencing the value of generational diversity. For the first time in history, we have up to five generations at work. In the context of a world in flux and polycrisis, our diversity is a powerful force multiplier for good, if we debunk the stereotypes and know how to unlock it. Get inspired by exclusive case studies and conversations written through the voices of five generations and four continents across global corporates, family businesses, education and foundations, including: Ahlström I The EY Foundation I The Financial Times I Hoffmann-La Roche I Imaginable Futures I LVMH I Liberty Global I MARS I Mission 44 I The Oxford Character Project I St Gallen Symposium I The UNDP and Samsung and more ...! Borrow and build on inspiring work from intergenerational alliances and intrapreneurs, to next generations and future generationsLearn from case studies and solutions across diverse business contextsApply the mindset, skillset and toolkits from work delivering shared value and sustainable impact Five Generations at Work: How we win together, for good is a transformative read for all business leaders, people leaders and CEOs. Importantly, it stands out because it was written for every generation - for students, first career movers, founders, managers, leaders and board members. Above all, this book is a call to action to us all. When humanity is being challenged by the forces upon us, from climate, to geopolitics, to technology, we need to draw on the strengths of every generation for sustainable and systemic change for good.

Follow Daphne the Dragon's adventure into data, numbers, graphs, analytics, and working together From the imaginative mind of bestselling author Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic and the vibrant illustrations of John Skewes comes a story that will captivate kids and parents alike. Follow Daphne's journey to distant lands, where numbers are heroes in disguise and her adventures teach the basics of graphs in a way that's fun, interactive, and empowering. Young readers will be delighted by the endearing character of Daphne. They'll be equally enchanted by her colorful companions, amazed by her clever lessons, and inspired to build their own analytical skills (STEM). Daphne's story isn't solely about data; it's also about appreciating that everyone has their own special talents. It's about teamwork, creativity, and the beauty of seeing the world through a different lens. Dive into Daphne Draws Data and let your child draw their own conclusions, both on the page and in the world. This smart tale is perfect for bedtime stories, classroom reads, and fostering the next generation of curious minds and innovative thinkers.

The definitive guide to U.S. labor history, now newly updated to incorporate the latest political and economic developments of the 2020s In the newly revised tenth edition of Labor in America: A History, a team of distinguished researchers delivers a comprehensive exploration of the U.S. labor movement from the colonial era to the present. The book addresses the evolving challenges, victories, and defeats that define the history of American workers. The authors cover critical developments in U.S. labor history, including the rise and fall of labor movements, the impacts of economic policy choices through the decades, and influence of political events. They present a nuanced discussion of workers' collective actions, the formation of unions, and the role that labor has played in shaping American society. This revised edition offers: A comprehensive overview of labor history from the colonial era to the 2020sDetailed analyses of major labor movements and eventsExaminations of the social, political, and economic factors impacting labor historyInsightful discussions about the future of labor as it grapples with the forces of globalization Perfect for undergraduate and graduate students and researchers, Labor in America: A History will also be of interest to general readers keen to better understand the part played by American labor movements in the country's history and in the present day.

Practitioners do not have an adequate understanding of how small changes in mixtures of chemicals will affect toxicity in an organism. The current belief is the mechanism of action must be known and similar for all chemical involved to be able to adequately predict mixture effects. This book provides a discussion of approaches, molecular mechanisms, and the challenges involved in the assessment of mixtures. In the first section of the book a brief introduction to the background and significance of combined toxicity is provided describing the degradation, oxidation, absorption, distribution, biotransformation and excretion of various compounds in the environment and organism. Section two introduces the main sources and enrichment mechanisms of different chemical mixtures and clarifies the biological exposure pathways of different compounds. In section three classical and emerging toxicological research models are introduced in detail, including various cell models and in vivo research models of model organisms with the case study; included are the combined molecular toxicity mechanism of heavy metals, pesticides, persistent organic pollutants (POPs), pharmaceutical and personal care products (PPCP), phthalates (PAEs), microplastics and flame retardants respectively. Through the description of compound emission, migration, accumulation and transformation process in the previous sections and the analysis of the combined molecular toxicity, section four introduces computer mathematical modeling methods of hazard assessment of compound mixture. Sections five and six detail challenges and future trends and provides a conclusion on the topic.

"With the increased prominence of protests organized by public groups like Black Lives Matter, recent years have seen a shift in public opinion on memorials and monuments which represent figures with ties to slavery, oppression, and imperialism. While this led to some of the most widespread recent popular interest in the role of public art, it is only the latest event in an evolving era in art history which finds artists and historians working to respond to changing public opinion and expectations about who is memorialized in the public space and why. In Memorials Now, well-known authorities in public art Cher Krause Knight and Harriet F Senie consider a selection of notable recent case studies which exemplify changing beliefs about the values and roles of memorials. With a particular interest in the ways that artists have moved to memorialize and honour people who have traditionally been underrepresented and oppressed, this text explores exciting public memorials such as the memorial to an enslaved man in 1763 Monument in Georgetown, Guyana; the NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt; and the recent work by Steve Locke, Three Deliberate Grays for Freddie (A Memorial for Freddie Gray). Though the text is largely concerned with the ways in which this movement is playing out in the United States, the text also draws in examples from around the world, thus demonstrating the many ways that artists have responded to the particular situations of their communities to memorialize the most vulnerable community members. This text promises to become an essential work in the current study of memorials, monuments, and public art. This is a thriving area of study in art history -- particularly for its interconnection with politics, sociology, visual anthropology, and culture studies -- but is also of timely relevance in courses on public planning, urban development, and architecture. As the latest work by two highly respected scholars in this area, there is sure to be much interest in this book both for its value in the classroom and its contribution to scholarship"--

This book describes cases of innovations in biomaterials used for in major biomedical implants for human body contributing to advancement of tissue regeneration and/or regenerative medicine for the enhancement of human life. These biomaterials are either in the laboratory stage ready for marketing or at the industrial stage where they are commercially implemented, or in the development stage. The cases cover all scales from nanoscale to molecules, processes, industrial sites, regions, the world and most industries. For each case the contribution of that specific biomaterial to development of the specific implant is clearly described and explained from its origin to its next generation. The book provides an indispensable resource for an interdisciplinary audience composed of medical and dental students, researchers in the biomedical industry, and students with science and engineering backgrounds who have an interest in biomaterials. While the focus is on major biomaterials used in implants, the book also describes conventional and emerging biomaterials and shows how these are applied for next generation implants. Each chapter includes examples, and a list of pertinent references.

Develop more nutritious crops to aid in the fight against world hunger with this timely volume One in nine people worldwide suffer from hunger or food scarcity. Massively increasing food production is one of the most urgent scientific projects in the modern world, particularly as a changing climate places increasing pressure on the global food supply and on sustainable food production processes. Biofortification is a process in which plant breeding, improved agronomic practices, and/or modern biotechnology are employed to increase nutrient density of crops without sacrificing any of their desirable characteristics. It's an essential tool in the global fight against hunger. Crops Biofortification offers an up-to-the-minute overview of this essential subject and its recent advances. It covers all the latest methodologies and techniques deployed in biofortification, as well as surveying plant responses to genetically induced biofortification and the effect of climate change on biofortified crops. Designed to allow for the application of these techniques at the field level, it's a significant contribution towards the search for a sustainable global food spply. Crops Biofortification readers will also find: Presentation of recent advances in omics, particularly metabolomics, which can decipher potential changes in plants caused by biofortificationDetailed discussion of methods for increasing the nutritional content of edible plants to address specific nutritional deficienciesContributions towards a road map for increasing global food production by 70% before the year 2050 Crops Biofortification is ideal for researchers, policymakers, and professionals interested in the potential biofortification of crop plants, as well as graduate and advanced undergraduate students in agronomy, plant physiology, plant breeding and genetics, agricultural biotechnology, and related fields.

A comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of differential antennas The first antennas ever created were differential antennas, in the dipole and loop constructions, before the subsequent creation of the single-ended or monopole antenna. Dozens of basic antenna configurations have been invented since then, the majority of them differential. The theory and design of differential antennas therefore has an impact on a huge range of fields which make use of electromagnetic waves. Differential Antennas contains a thorough, comprehensive overview of these antennas, their theory, and their practical applications. It details the relationship between differential and single-ended antennas, which may act as tools for determining the properties of one when the other is known. This book offers an analysis of the role differential antennas play in wireless communication and sensing. Overall, it stands as an essential contribution to a key area of communications technology. Differential Antennas readers will also find: Chapters covering topics including microstrip antennas, shorted patch antennas, grid array antennas, and other designs Tables and figures illustrating key data, antenna structures, and moreInstructions for measuring differential antennas for characterization and specification purposes Differential Antennas is ideal for senior and graduate level students, researchers, and radio frequency engineers.

Enables readers to develop foundational and advanced vectorization skills for scalable data science and machine learning and address real-world problems Offering insights across various domains such as computer vision and natural language processing, Vectorization covers the fundamental topics of vectorization including array and tensor operations, data wrangling, and batch processing. This book illustrates how the principles discussed lead to successful outcomes in machine learning projects, serving as concrete examples for the theories explained, with each chapter including practical case studies and code implementations using NumPy, TensorFlow, and PyTorch. Each chapter has one or two types of contents: either an introduction/comparison of the specific operations in the numerical libraries (illustrated as tables) and/or case study examples that apply the concepts introduced to solve a practical problem (as code blocks and figures). Readers can approach the knowledge presented by reading the text description, running the code blocks, or examining the figures. Written by the developer of the first recommendation system on the Peacock streaming platform, Vectorization explores sample topics including: Basic tensor operations and the art of tensor indexing, elucidating how to access individual or subsets of tensor elements Vectorization in tensor multiplications and common linear algebraic routines, which form the backbone of many machine learning algorithms Masking and padding, concepts which come into play when handling data of non-uniform sizes, and string processing techniques for natural language processing (NLP) Sparse matrices and their data structures and integral operations, and ragged or jagged tensors and the nuances of processing them From the essentials of vectorization to the subtleties of advanced data structures, Vectorization is an ideal one-stop resource for both beginners and experienced practitioners, including researchers, data scientists, statisticians, and other professionals in industry, who seek academic success and career advancement.

Provides an extensive and up-to-date overview of the theory and application of computational pharmaceutics in the drug development process Computational Pharmaceutics: From Multi-Scale Modeling to Artificial Intelligence introduces a variety of current and emerging computational techniques for pharmaceutical research. Bringing together experts from academia, industry, and regulatory agencies, this edited volume also explores the current state, key challenges, and future outlook of computational pharmaceutics while encouraging development across all sectors of the field. Throughout the text, the authors discuss a wide range of essential topics, from molecular modeling and process simulation to intelligent manufacturing and quantitative pharmacology. Building upon Computational Pharmaceutics: Application of Molecular Modeling in Drug Delivery, this new edition provides a multi-scale perspective that reveals the physical, chemical, mathematical, and data-driven details of pre-formulation, formulation, process, and clinical studies, in addition to in vivo prediction in the human body and precision medicine in clinical settings. Detailed chapters address both conventional dosage forms and the application of computational technologies in advanced pharmaceutical research, such as dendrimer-based delivery systems, liposome and lipid membrane research, and inorganic nanoparticles. A major contribution to the development and promotion of computational pharmaceutics, this important resource: Discusses the development track, achievements, and prospects of computational pharmaceuticsPresents multidisciplinary research to help physicists, chemists, mathematicians, and computer scientists locate problems in the field of drug deliveryCovers a wide range of technologies, including protein/peptide formulations, diamond nanoparticles, layered double hydroxides (LDHs) drug delivery systems, and gene delivery systemsFocuses on the application of cutting-edge computational technologies and intelligent manufacturing of emerging pharmaceutical technologiesIncludes a systematic overview of computational pharmaceutics and Pharma 4.0 to assist non-specialist readers Covering introductory, advanced, and specialist topics, Computational Pharmaceutics: From Multi-Scale Modeling to Artificial Intelligence is an invaluable resource for computational chemists, computational analysts, pharmaceutical chemists, process engineers, process managers, and pharmacologists, as well as computer scientists, medicinal chemists, clinical pharmacists, material scientists, and nanotechnology specialists working in the field.

Delve into nine meticulous chapters of the multifaceted realms of nanolubricants. The material addresses characterizations and its transformations of various sectors by enhancing performance, reducing maintenance, and promoting the sustainability of machinery and systems. Beyond its primary function, lubricants find application in diverse areas, including power transmission, foreign object transportation, and the regulation of surface temperature. The book explores environmental benefits, progress, and challenges associated with the latest advancements in lubrication science. Also Included in This Book: - Explores characteristics and application across various domains - Studies vegetable oil-based lubricants to those incorporating metal and no-metal oxide components - Focus on the intriguing synergy between nano-dimensionality and the incorporation of metals and metal oxides into vegetable oil-based biodegradable lubricants - Explores environmental advantages, progress, and challenges associated with this innovative approach - Talks about the integration of functionalized nanostructured semi-metal-based compounds as lubricant additives in non-edible vegetable oils to improve tribological properties

Fine-tune your marketing research with this cutting-edge statistical toolkit Bayesian Statistics and Marketing illustrates the potential for applying a Bayesian approach to some of the most challenging and important problems in marketing. Analyzing household and consumer data, predicting product performance, and custom-targeting campaigns are only a few of the areas in which Bayesian approaches promise revolutionary results. This book provides a comprehensive, accessible overview of this subject essential for any statistically informed marketing researcher or practitioner. Economists and other social scientists will find a comprehensive treatment of many Bayesian methods that are central to the problems in social science more generally. This includes a practical approach to computationally challenging problems in random coefficient models, non-parametrics, and the problems of endogeneity. Readers of the second edition of Bayesian Statistics and Marketing will also find: Discussion of Bayesian methods in text analysis and Machine Learning Updates throughout reflecting the latest research and applications Discussion of modern statistical software, including an introduction to the R package bayesm, which implements all models incorporated here Extensive case studies throughout to link theory and practice Bayesian Statistics and Marketing is ideal for advanced students and researchers in marketing, business, and economics departments, as well as for any statistically savvy marketing practitioner.