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Basics of Image Processing: The Facts and Challenges of Data Harmonization to Improve Radiomics Reproducibility (Imaging Informatics for Healthcare Professionals)
by Ángel Alberich-Bayarri Fuensanta Bellvís-BatallerThis book, endorsed by EuSoMII, provides clinicians, researchers and scientists a useful handbook to navigate the intricate landscape of data harmonization, as we embark on a journey to improve the reproducibility, robustness and generalizability of multi-centric real-world data radiomic studies. In these pages, the authors delve into the foundational principles of radiomics and its far-reaching implications for precision medicine. They describe the different methodologies used in extracting quantitative features from medical images, the building blocks that enable the transformation of images into actionable predictions. This book sweeps from understanding the basis of harmonization to the implementation of all the knowledge acquired to date, with the aim of conveying the importance of harmonizing medical data and providing a useful guidance to enable its applicability and the future use of advanced radiomics-based models in routine clinical practice. As authors embark on this exploration of data harmonization in radiomics, they hope to ignite discussions, foster new ideas, and inspire researchers, clinicians, and scientists alike to embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Together, they elevate radiomics as a reproducible technology and establish it as an indispensable and actionable tool in the quest for improved cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Basics of Optimization Theory (Synthesis Lectures on Mathematics & Statistics)
by Arthur David SniderThis book presents a short introduction to the main tools of optimization methodology including linear programming, steepest descent, conjugate gradients, and the Karush-Kuhn-Tucker-John conditions. Each topic is developed in terms of a specific physical model, so that the strategy behind every step is motivated by a logical, concrete, easily visualized objective. A quick perusal of the Fibonacci search algorithm provides a simple and tantalizing first encounter with optimization theory, and a review of the max-min exposition of one-dimensional calculus prepares readers for the more sophisticated topics found later in the book. Notable features are the innovative perspectives on the simplex algorithm and Karush-Kuhn-Tucker-John conditions as well as a wealth of helpful diagrams. The author provides pointers to references for readers who would like to learn more about rigorous definitions, proofs, elegant reformulations and extensions, and case studies. However, the book is sufficiently self-contained to serve as a reliable resource for readers who wish to exploit commercially available optimization software without investing the time to develop expertise in its aspects.This book also:Features innovative perspectives on the simplex algorithm and Krushal-Kuhn-Tucker-John conditionsServes as a resource for readers to use the tools of optimization without needing to acquire expertise in the theoryFeatures plentiful resources that focus on rigorous definitions, proofs, and case studies
Basics of Programming and Algorithms, Principles and Applications (Compact Textbooks in Mathematics)
by Roberto Mantaci Jean-Baptiste YunèsThis textbook offers an introduction to topics in algorithms and programming with python. It is originally intended for mathematical students not sufficiently aware about these computer science fields seeking a deeper understanding. It addresses fundamental questions on how to analyze the performance of an algorithm and equips readers with the skills to implement them using python. The textbook is organized in two parts. Part I introduces Python Programming offering a solid foundation to python essentials. Topics covered include first steps in python programming, programs, functions and recursion, data structures. Part II shifts focus to Algorithms and covers topics such as algorithm performance, recursion, the sorting problem, trees as data structures, etc. This book has its origins from several different courses given in the context of thematic schools to diverse audiences in different countries over the years. These countries include Cambodia, Kenya, and Madagascar.
Basics of Supply Chain Management (Resource Management)
by Lawrence D. Fredendall Ed HillSupply Chain Management (SCM) was once a "pie in the sky" concept that could not be fully achieved. A key barrier was the cost of communicating with and coordinating among the many independent suppliers in each supply chain. SCM is possible because of three changes: technology has developed that simplifies communication, new management paradigms ha
Basics of Virtual Reality: From the Discovery of Perspective to VR Glasses
by Armin GrasnickToday, the reality we know can be recorded and reproduced true to reality using technical processes. Space and time are recreated virtually as a copy in artificial reality. However, the reproduction of virtual reality is not limited to a mere copy of what exists. A visitor to the virtual space does not have to be content with the pixelated image of the old familiar, but can encounter unreal phenomena in the illusory world that never existed in real life or are even physically impossible. This enables an expansion of the recorded reality and allows the perception of surprisingly new perspectives.A perspective denotes the perception of a fact from a certain point of view and corresponds to the way of looking at things. But a perspective is also the observation of a scene from a viewing position. From different perspectives the illusion of reality arises during the reproduction by observation. This vision is not based on imagination or hallucination, but is the basic function of virtual reality. This book describes the concepts, systems, and technologies used to create virtual reality from its ancient beginnings to the present, and provides a glimpse into a possible future.This book is a translation of the original German 1st edition Grundlagen der virtuellen Realität by Armin Grasnick, published by Springer-Verlag GmbH Germany, part of Springer Nature in 2020. The translation was done with the help of artificial intelligence (machine translation by the service DeepL.com). A subsequent human revision was done primarily in terms of content, so that the book will read stylistically differently from a conventional translation. Springer Nature works continuously to further the development of tools for the production of books and on the related technologies to support the authors.
Basics of Web Design: HTML5 & CSS3
by Terry Felke-MorrisFor introductory courses in Web Design. The Fundamentals of Web Development for the New Designer Basics of Web Design: HTML5 & CSS3 is the comprehensive source material for beginners in web design and development. The hands-on text introduces major topics in two-page sections, focusing on key concepts and providing interactive exercises. All the basics of web designs, from creating web pages to publishing them online, are explored in-depth by each chapter of this book. With a focus on HTML5 and CSS3 coding techniques, the Third Edition prepares readers to take advantage of the most modern and popular platforms for web development. Exploring both "hard skills," such as HTML5 and Cascading Style Sheets, as well as 'soft skills' like web design and publishing to the web, the text teaches coders all the fundamental information they need to design successful websites.
Basics of Web Design: HTML5 and CSS3 Second Edition
by Terry Felke-MorrisBasics of Web Design: HTML5 and CSS3, 2e covers the basic concepts that web designers need to develop their skills: Introductory Internet and Web concepts Creating web pages with HTML5 Configuring text, color, and page layout with Cascading Style Sheets Configuring images and multimedia on web pages Web design best practices Accessibility, usability, and search engine optimization considerations Obtaining a domain name and web host Publishing to the Web
Basiswissen Analysis: Eine Einführung mit Aufgaben, Lösungen, Selbsttests und interaktivem Online-Tool
by Burkhard LenzeDieses Buch bietet eine schlanke und gut zugängliche Hinführung zur Analysis. Gut 100 komplett durchgerechnete Beispiele, etwa 50 Aufgaben mit Lösungen sowie rund 40 kleine Selbsttests mit Antworten erleichtern den Zugang zum Thema. Abgerundet wird das Ganze durch etwa 80 Skizzen im Text sowie ein online verfügbares interaktives pdf-Tool zum Generieren von Zufallsaufgaben inklusive Lösungen. Das Buch richtet sich an Studierende in Studiengängen mit mathematischen Pflichtveranstaltungen im Grundstudium an Universitäten und Fachhochschulen. Es ist sowohl als Begleitlektüre für entsprechende Vorlesungen als auch zum Selbststudium optimal geeignet.
Basiswissen Angewandte Mathematik – Numerik, Grafik, Kryptik: Eine Einführung mit Aufgaben, Lösungen, Selbsttests und interaktivem Online-Tool
by Burkhard LenzeDieses Buch bietet eine schlanke und gut zugängliche Hinführung zur Angewandten Mathematik, speziell zur Numerischen Mathematik, Aspekten der Computer-Grafik sowie der Verschlüsselungstechnik. Rund 140 komplett durchgerechnete Beispiele, gut 100 Aufgaben mit Lösungen sowie etwa 50 Selbsttests mit Lösungen erleichtern den Zugang zum Thema. Abgerundet wird das Ganze durch etwa 80 Skizzen im Text sowie ein online verfügbares interaktives pdf-Tool zum Generieren von Zufallsaufgaben inklusive Lösungen. Das Buch richtet sich an Studierende in Studiengängen mit mathematischen Pflichtveranstaltungen im Grundstudium an Universitäten und Fachhochschulen. Es ist sowohl als Begleitlektüre für entsprechende Vorlesungen als auch zum Selbststudium optimal geeignet.
Basiswissen Energieinformatik: Ein Lehr- und Arbeitsbuch für Studierende und Anwender
by Alexander StuckenholzDie digitale Datenverarbeitung ist aus dem Lebensalltag der Energieunternehmen heute nicht mehr wegzudenken. Sowohl bei der Organisation des physikalisch-technischen als auch des kaufmännischen Energieflusses spielt der Einsatz moderner Informations- und Kommunikationssysteme eine tragende Rolle. Konzepte wie das Smart Grid, virtuelle Kraftwerke oder regionale Energiehandelsmärkte sind ohne die digitale Datenverarbeitung nicht umzusetzen. Die Anwendung der Informations- und Kommunikationstechnik in der Energiewirtschaft mündet dabei in die sogenannte Energieinformatik, in der domänenspezifische Informationsmodelle, Kommunikationsstandards sowie Protokolle und Prozesse Verwendung finden. Dieses Lehr- und Arbeitsbuches bietet eine erste Einführung in die Informationsverarbeitung im Bereich der deutschen Energiewirtschaft. Es richtet sich gleichermaßen an Studierende und Anwender aus den Bereichen Informatik, Energietechnik und -wirtschaft.
Basiswissen Informatik - Grundideen einfach und anschaulich erklärt
by Eckart ZitzlerDieses reich bebilderte Sachbuch bietet Ihnen einen einfachen, aber fundierten Einstieg in das Gebiet der Informatik und erklärt Schritt für Schritt, wie Computer und Internet funktionieren. In 18 Kapiteln werden die Schlüsselbegriffe, die der Computertechnologie zugrunde liegen, in überschaubaren Portionen erläutert. Dabei wird bewusst auf technische Details, Formeln und komplizierte Definitionen verzichtet, der Fokus liegt auf dem Verstehen der Ideen. Es geht um digital und analog, die innere Funktionsweise und den Aufbau von Computern, um Codierung, Programmiersprachen, Algorithmen und Datenstrukturen, um die Prinzipien und die Nutzung des Internets sowie um Künstliche Intelligenz, Verschlüsselung und Sicherheit. Das Buch ist in drei Teile untergliedert und führt vom Einsteigen über das Vertiefen zum Durchdringen. Es richtet sich an alle, die ein Basiswissen in Informatik erwerben und hinter die Kulissen der digitalen Welt schauen wollen. Damit die Computerwissenschaft kein Buch mit sieben Siegeln bleibt.
Basiswissen Informatik: Grundideen einfach und anschaulich erklärt
by Eckart ZitzlerDieses reich bebilderte Sachbuch bietet Ihnen einen einfachen, aber fundierten Einstieg in das Gebiet der Informatik und erklärt Schritt für Schritt, wie Computer und Internet funktionieren. In 18 Kapiteln werden die Schlüsselbegriffe, die der Computertechnologie zugrunde liegen, in überschaubaren Portionen erläutert. Dabei wird bewusst auf technische Details, Formeln und komplizierte Definitionen verzichtet, der Fokus liegt auf dem Verstehen der Ideen. Es geht um digital und analog, die innere Funktionsweise und den Aufbau von Computern, um Codierung, Programmiersprachen, Algorithmen und Datenstrukturen, um die Prinzipien und die Nutzung des Internets sowie um Künstliche Intelligenz, Verschlüsselung und Sicherheit. Das Buch ist in drei Teile untergliedert und führt vom Einsteigen über das Vertiefen zum Durchdringen. Es richtet sich an alle, die ein Basiswissen in Informatik erwerben und hinter die Kulissen der digitalen Welt schauen wollen. Damit die Computerwissenschaft kein Buch mit sieben Siegeln bleibt. Die vorliegende 2. Auflage ist ergänzt um einen Ausblick zu den Themen Deep Learning, Quantum Computing, Blockchain sowie Virtual/Augmented Reality.
Basiswissen Informatik: Grundideen einfach und anschaulich erklärt
by Eckart ZitzlerDieses reich bebilderte Sachbuch bietet Ihnen einen einfachen, aber fundierten Einstieg in das Gebiet der Informatik und erklärt Schritt für Schritt, wie Computer und Internet funktionieren. In 18 Kapiteln werden die Schlüsselbegriffe, die der Computertechnologie zugrunde liegen, in überschaubaren Portionen erläutert, zwei weitere Kapitel widmen sich neueren Entwicklungen und stellen exemplarisch aktuelle Forschungsgebiete vor. Dabei wird bewusst auf technische Details, Formeln und komplizierte Definitionen verzichtet, der Fokus liegt auf dem Verstehen der Ideen. Es geht um digital und analog, die innere Funktionsweise und den Aufbau von Computern, um Codierung, Programmiersprachen, Algorithmen und Datenstrukturen, um die Prinzipien und die Nutzung des Internets sowie um Künstliche Intelligenz, Verschlüsselung und Sicherheit. Das Buch ist in vier Teile untergliedert, führt vom Einsteigen über das Vertiefen zum Durchdringen und schließt mit dem Orientieren ab. Es richtet sich an alle Einsteigerinnen und Einsteiger, die ein Basiswissen in Informatik erwerben und hinter die Kulissen der digitalen Welt schauen wollen. Damit die Computerwissenschaft kein Buch mit sieben Siegeln bleibt. Die vorliegende 3. Auflage ist ergänzt um ein Kapitel zu großen Sprachmodellen, das die Funktionsweise von modernen Chatbots beleuchtet.
Basiswissen Lineare Algebra: Eine Einführung mit Aufgaben, Lösungen, Selbsttests und interaktivem Online-Tool
by Burkhard LenzeDieses Buch bietet eine schlanke und gut zugängliche Hinführung zur Linearen Algebra. Knapp 200 komplett durchgerechnete Beispiele, gut 100 Aufgaben mit Lösungen sowie rund 50 Selbsttests mit Lösungen erleichtern den Zugang zum Thema. Abgerundet wird das Ganze durch etwa 60 Skizzen im Text sowie ein online verfügbares interaktives pdf-Tool zum Generieren von Zufallsaufgaben inklusive Lösungen. Das Buch richtet sich an Studierende in Studiengängen mit mathematischen Pflichtveranstaltungen im Grundstudium an Universitäten und Fachhochschulen. Es ist sowohl als Begleitlektüre für entsprechende Vorlesungen als auch zum Selbststudium optimal geeignet.
Basiswissen Statistik: Kompaktkurs für Anwender aus Wirtschaft, Informatik und Technik (Springer-Lehrbuch)
by Ansgar StelandIn diesem Buch werden in kompakter Form mithilfe zahlreicher Beispiele die #65533;blichen Modelle und Methoden der angewandten Wahrscheinlichkeitstheorie und Statistik dargestellt. Es ist daher insbesondere f#65533;r angehende Wirtschaftswissenschaftler, Ingenieure und Informatiker geeignet, welchen auch das didaktische Konzept des Buchs entgegenkommt: Verst#65533;ndnisfragen und Aufgaben in Form von ,,Meilensteinen" erleichtern das eigenst#65533;ndige #65533;berpr#65533;fen des Lernfortschritts. Ein ausf#65533;hrlicher mathematischer Anhang ,,Mathematik kompakt" stellt die wichtigsten Ergebnisse aus Analysis und linearer Algebra zum effizienten Nachschlagen zur Verf#65533;gung. Ein Glossar mit den wichtigsten englischen Begriffen sowie Tabellen der statistischen Testverteilungen runden die Darstellung ab.
Basiswissen Wirtschaftsinformatik
by Thomas Lux Roland Gabriel Peter Weber Katharina MenkeDas Buch ist als Lehr- und Arbeitsbuch konzipiert. Es ist modular aufgebaut und beinhaltet in 10 Kapiteln Einführungen in die elementaren Bereiche der Wirtschaftsinformatik. Die Kapitel umfassen neben inhaltlichen Exkursen am Ende jeweils auch Wiederholungsfragen und praktische Aufgaben, für die in einem gesonderten Kapitel Lösungen bereitgestellt werden. Den Abschluss bilden zwei Fallstudien zur Digitalen Transformation. Das Buch eignet sich als Begleitwerk für Vorlesungen an Universitäten und Fachhochschulen, aber auch als Vertiefungsquelle für Ausbildungsgänge mit IT-Bezug.
Basketball Data Science: With Applications in R (Chapman & Hall/CRC Data Science Series)
by Paola Zuccolotto Marica ManiseraUsing data from one season of NBA games, Basketball Data Science: With Applications in R is the perfect book for anyone interested in learning and applying data analytics in basketball. Whether assessing the spatial performance of an MBA player&’s shots or doing an analysis of the impact of high pressure game situations on the probability of scoring, this book discusses a variety of case studies and hands-on examples using a custom R package. The codes are supplied so readers can reproduce the analyses themselves or create their own. Assuming a basic statistical knowledge, Basketball Data Science with R is suitable for students, technicians, coaches, data analysts and applied researchers. Features: · One of the first books to provide statistical and data mining methods for the growing field of analytics in basketball. · Presents tools for modelling graphs and figures to visualize the data. · Includes real world case studies and examples, such as estimations of scoring probability using the Golden State Warriors as a test case. · Provides the source code and data so readers can do their own analyses on NBA teams and players.
Batman Arkham Knight: The Official Novelization
by Marv WolfmanGotham City is in chaos as the criminal organizations run wild, seeking to fill the void left by the death of the Joker. When the Scarecrow threatens to unleash a toxin that will kill scores of innocents, the result is uncontrollable panic.TM & (c) DC Comics. (s15)
Bats! (Freestylers: Data Beast #2)
by Andrew Fusek PetersA short thriller that's high on suspense! This is a perfect page turner if you want to finish a story in one sitting, especially for reluctant and struggling readers. Cool, edgy computer hackers, Kiran and Roz are teens who set out to fight crime and injustice with the help of a shape-shifting data beast they've created.In Bats!, Kiran and Roz take on a firm of developers who are planning to build a shopping mall next to their school, tearing down a local habitat for endangered bats in the process. Can the data beast reveal the dodgy dealings going on behind the scenes and stop the environmental vandalism before it's too late?Reading level for this book:-ATOS: 3.3Lexile ® Measure: 460LBook Band: White
Battery-less NFC Sensors for the Internet of Things
by Martí Boada Antonio Lazaro David Girbau Ramón VillarinoThe implementation of near-field communication (NFC) technology in smartphones has grown rapidly, especially due to the use of this technology as a payment system. In addition, the ability to use the energy transmitted not only for communication, but also for feeding other devices, which together with the low cost of NFC chips and the internet connectivity of the smartphones, allows the design of battery-less RF tags with sensing capabilities, whose information can be sent to the cloud. This is of great interest in the increasing amount of IoT (Internet of Things) scenarios. This book studies the feasibility of these sensors, analyzing the different parameters that have an influence on performance and in the range of operation. It also presents techniques to increase the range and analyzes the effects of certain materials when they are close to the antenna. The design and analysis of several sensors that can be powered and read by any NFC enabled device are presented in this work.
Battle Pass Success for Fortniters: An Unofficial Guide to Battle Royale (Master Combat #6)
by Jason RichTime to upgrade to your game and get rewards with Achieve Battle Pass Success! If you didn’t think Fortnite could get any more exciting, think again. Devoted Fortnite gamers can now score incredible loot and take their gaming experience to the next level by purchasing elite Battle Passes. Achieve Battle Pass Success for Fortniters will help you work your way through all one hundred Battle Pass Tiers quickly and effectively so you can unlock valuable prizes and enjoy bonus features and incredible swag. With the valuable tips in this illustrated, information-packed guide, you&’ll be better equipped to: Tackle tier-based challenge like a pro and level up with easeUnlock all the exclusive Battle Pass prizes like exclusive outfits, back bling, emotes, weapon/vehicle skins, and other items you can&’t get any other wayGet the most out of your Battle Pass advantage Whether you play Fortnite: Battle Royale on a PC, Mac, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, or your mobile device, new and experienced gamers alike can find the essential tips and secrets they need to achieve their gaming objectives and rake in those Battle Pass rewards.
Battle Royale: An Unofficial Fortnite Adventure
by Mathias LavorelPaul&’s a normal teenager: he likes sports, junk food, and action movies—he even wants to be in one someday. But what seems like Paul&’s big break, his very first acting role, quickly takes a turn for the worse. One minute he&’s on a festive bus heading for a new life of stardom, and the next, he&’s hurtling toward the ground and certain death. Though saved at the last minute by an unexplained parachute, things don&’t get any easier when Paul lands: he&’s lost on an unknown island, he&’s unable to speak, and every time he sees someone else, he hears strange noises and then blacks out . . . before falling from the sky again. But when a girl inexplicably saves him (and spray paints him) instead of attacking, Paul starts to learn the survival basics. Bit by bit, he must explore his surroundings, build structures, evade violent storms, unlock the mysteries of his strange island prison, and maybe—just maybe—find a way out.
Battle Storm: An Unofficial Fortnite Novel (Battle Royale)
by Cara J. StevensOn an island where everyone is a warrior, only the strong survive. The Impossibles, a squadron of inexperienced soldiers, have been recruited from across the globe, tasked with the directive to train, fight, and win the ultimate victory in Fortnite’s Battle Royale. In this series of Fortnite novelizations, follow Zane, Jax, Asha, Jin, and Blaze as they seek out adventure, uncover mysteries, and battle to become the ultimate winners of the Battle Royale. The first book in this exciting new series, Battle Storm leaps into their first exciting adventure: No one had been down to the island in person since the storm first hit, but shortly after the air turned toxic, the army began using it as a virtual training ground, building squads and pitting them against each other to see who would rise up and who would fail miserably. Some came to explore. Others came for glory. But whatever their reasons, once they were on the battlefield, it was every squad for themselves. The Impossibles, the latest recruits, have everything to lose and even more to gain by moving up the ranks, but first they will need to come together as a squad and prove themselves on the battlefield. Do they have what it takes to be the next champions, or will they risk everything only to fail and lose it all?
Battle for Loot Lake: An Unofficial Fortnite Novel (Trapped In Battle Royale #2)
by Devin HunterTwelve-year-old Grey has been sucked into a hacked, virtual reality version of Fortnite Battle Royale along with one hundred other players. To get home, he must become one of the top five players before the season ends, or he’s stuck in Fortnite for another two months. Grey and his friend have gone up in ranks and are learning how to build structures to improve their tactics. While they’re not at the top by any means, they are solidly in the middle of the pack. They aspire to be like the Top Player, who has been unbeatable for fifteen games in a row. No one knows how the Top Player does it, but everyone is chasing him. Before Grey can aspire to beat the Top Player, though, he has to get through the Rival players that are just above him. These players are threatened by him and his friend and hunt them down in every battle. Grey wants to beat them, but he can’t figure out how. How can Grey survive long enough to beat the Top Player? And will he ever escape the Fortnite world?
Battle for Time: An Unofficial Minecrafters Time Travel Adventure, Book 6 (Unofficial Minecrafters Time Travel Adve #6)
by Winter MorganPoppy built Meadow Mews first skyscraper and the opening celebration has attracted people from around The Overworld. In the middle of the festive grand opening, there is a loud explosion. The crowd falls into a crater in the ground that brings them back in time, where the Minecraft Universe is in the midst of a crisis. There is a shortage of wheat and people are going hungry. Brett studied this part of history and tries to help the people using facts from that time period. While in the past Brett discovers there were parts of Minecraft’s past that were left out of history books. The crowd from the grand opening celebration doesn’t want to help the people in the Overworld; they just want to go home. Can Brett help the farmers of the past while helping the crowd get back to the present?