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Developments in Fungal Biology and Applied Mycology
by Tulasi Satyanarayana Sunil K. Deshmukh B. N. JohriThis book explores the developments in important aspects of fungi related to the environment, industrial mycology, microbiology, biotechnology, and agriculture. It discusses at length both basic and applied aspects of fungi and provides up-to-date laboratory-based data. Of the estimated three million species of fungi on Earth, according to Hawksworth and coworkers, more than 100,000 have been described to date. Many fungi produce toxins, organic acids, antibiotics and other secondary metabolites, and are sources of useful biocatalysts such as cellulases, xylanases, proteases and pectinases, to mention a few. They can also cause diseases in animals as well as plants and many are able to break down complex organic molecules such as lignin and pollutants like xenobiotics, petroleum and polycyclic aromatic compounds. Current research on mushrooms focuses on their hypoglycemic, anti-cancer, anti-pathogenic and immunity-enhancing activities. This ready-reference resource on various aspects of fungi is intended for graduate and post-graduate students as well as researchers in life sciences, microbiology, botany, environmental sciences and biotechnology.
Developments in Geotechnical Engineering: from Harvard to New Delhi 1936-1994
by A.S.BALASUBRAMANIAM; S.W.HONG; D.T.BERGADO; N.PHIEN-WEJ; P.NUTALAYAThis book reviews the developments that have taken place in the field of geotechnical engineering since the first international conference on Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering was held in Harvard University in 1936 until the January 1994 conference in New Delhi, India.
Developments in Information & Knowledge Management for Business Applications: Volume 1 (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #330)
by Natalia Kryvinska Michal GregušThis book provides solutions to manage information competently in order to increase its business usage. The information/knowledge business is a highly-dynamic evolving industry, and the novel methodologies and practices for the business information processing, as well as application of mathematical models to the business analytics and efficient management, are the most essential for the decision-making and further development of this field. Consequently, in this series subline first volume, the authors study challenges and opportunities, as well as embrace different aspects of business information processing for an efficient enterprise management. The authors cover also methods and techniques, as well as strategies for the efficient business information processing for management. Besides, the authors analyse strategies for lowering business information/data loss, while improving customer satisfaction and maintenance levels. The major goal is to analyse the key aspects of managerial implications on the informational business on the continuous basis.
Developments in Information & Knowledge Management for Business Applications: Volume 2 (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #376)
by Natalia Kryvinska Aneta Poniszewska-MarańdaThis book provides practical knowledge on different aspects of information and knowledge management in businesses. For enterprises/businesses those intend to remain prosperous and prolific, it is critically important to share best practices, ensure efficient information flow across company, capturing shared knowledge centrally, and communicate compliance rules, i.e. managing competently information in general. It enables faster and better decisions by helping employees’ to build a strong expertise and by avoiding duplicated projects. Thus, the second volume of this series subline continues to explore different aspects of information and knowledge handling as well as doing business with information. We survey further the key aspects of managerial implications of the informational business. The novel methodologies and practices for the business information processing as well as application of mathematical models to the business analytics and efficient management are examined.
Developments in Information & Knowledge Management for Business Applications: Volume 3 (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #377)
by Natalia Kryvinska Aneta Poniszewska-MarańdaThis book provides practical knowledge on different aspects of information and knowledge management in businesses. In contemporary unstable time, enterprises/businesses deal with various challenges—such as large-scale competitions, high levels of uncertainty and risk, rush technological advancements, while increasing customer requirements. Thus, businesses work continually on improving efficiency of their operations and resources towards enabling sustainable solutions based on the knowledge and information accumulated previously. Consequently, this third volume of our subline persists to highlight different approaches of handling enterprise knowledge/information management directing to the importance of unceasing progress of structural management for the steady growth. We look forward that the works of this volume can encourage and initiate further research on this topic.
Developments in Information & Knowledge Management for Business Applications: Volume 4 (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #420)
by Natalia Kryvinska Michal GregušThis book discusses incentives for information management, usage of information for existing practices to become more efficient, the acceleration of executive learning, and an evaluation of the information management impact on an organization. In today’s COVID-influenced volatile world, companies face a variety of challenges. And the most crucial of them are high levels of uncertainty and risk. Therefore, companies are constantly under pressure to provide sustainable solutions. Accordingly, previously gathered knowledge and information can be extremely helpful for this purpose. Hence, this fourth book of our subseries continues to accentuate on different approaches, which point to the importance of continuous progress in structural management for sustainable growth. It highlights the permanent gain and usage of information. We would be pleased if the book can stimulate further research on this subject matter.
Developments in Information & Knowledge Management for Business Applications: Volume 5 (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #421)
by Natalia Kryvinska Michal GregušThe book delivers an elaboration of multidisciplinary concepts, examples, and practices that can be useful for researching the evolution of developments in the field. In this book, we continue to provide a critical look at the information management in business organizations by exploring knowledge aspects from theoretical and practical perspectives. The compilation of chapters presented in this book helps to define the range of activities, identify areas for future research, and draw practical conclusions. The variety of industrial sectors examined supports continuous gaining and usage of an efficient business analysis in organizations.
Developments in Information and Knowledge Management Systems for Business Applications: Volume 6 (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #466)
by Natalia Kryvinska Michal Greguš Solomiia FedushkoBy highlighting ongoing progress in structural management, this book of our subseries encourages further research regarding the subject. Companies need sustainable solutions to the pressure to deal with high levels of risk and uncertainty. Many companies face this challenge and, therefore, must find new ways to deal with it. These solutions are often based on digital-influenced techniques. Previously understood knowledge, technologies, and data provide a huge assist with this goal.
Developments in Information and Knowledge Management Systems for Business Applications: Volume 7 (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #462)
by Natalia Kryvinska Michal Greguš Solomiia FedushkoThis book presents a combination of chapters assembled in different fields of expertise. The book examines different aspects of business knowledge from a philosophical and practical standpoint. This data helps modern organizations by providing valuable insights and suggestions for future research and results. The increasing number of business disciplines studied necessitates implementing effective analytics practices within organizations. This book explores disciplinary and multidisciplinary concepts and practical techniques to help analyze the evolving field.
Developments in Information and Knowledge Management Systems for Business Applications: Volume 8 (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #578)
by Solomiia Fedushko Peter Štarchoň Katarína GubíniovaIn this series, we delve into the challenges and opportunities of managing business information efficiently. We explore various aspects of information processing for effective enterprise management, including methods, techniques, and strategies. Our goal is to provide solutions for competent information management that increases business usage, while also analyzing strategies to reduce data loss and improve customer satisfaction and maintenance levels. Our book offers practical knowledge on different facets of information and knowledge management in businesses, such as information processing theory and models, the benefits and implementation challenges of information/knowledge business, and information management methods for creating a global information society. We also cover topics such as collecting and analyzing data for enterprise management, modern business intelligence solutions and data management, information marketing, and innovative development of the enterprise information system. Our focus is on applications, benefits, and encounters within the field of efficient business information processing, and we offer solutions to increase performance using the latest IT technologies.
Developments in International Bridge Engineering
by Alp Caner Polat Gülkan Khaled MahmoudThe book includes peer-reviewed contributions selected from presentations given at the Istanbul Bridge Conference 2014, held from August 11 - 13 in Istanbul, Turkey. It reports on the current challenges in bridge engineering faced by professionals around the globe, giving a special emphasis to recently developed techniques, innovations and opportunities. The book covers key topics in the field, including modeling and analysis methods; construction and erection techniques; design for extreme events and condition assessment and structural health monitoring. There is a balanced presentation of theory, research and practice. This book, which provides the readers with a comprehensive and timely reference guide on current practices in bridge engineering, is intended for professionals, academic researchers and students alike.
Developments in International Bridge Engineering: Selected Papers from Istanbul Bridge Conference 2018 (Springer Tracts on Transportation and Traffic #17)
by Alp Caner Polat Gülkan Nurdan Memisoglu ApaydinThis book reports on current challenges in bridge engineering faced by professionals around the globe, giving a special emphasis to recently developed techniques and methods for bridge design, construction and monitoring. Based on extended and revised papers selected from outstanding presentation at the Istanbul Bridge Conference 2018, held from November 5 – 6, 2018, in Istanbul, Turkey, and by highlighting major bridge studies, spanning from numerical and modeling studies to the applications of new construction techniques and monitoring systems, this book is intended to promote high standards in modern bridge engineering. It offers a timely reference to both academics and professionals in this field.
Developments in Lubricant Technology
by S. P. SrivastavaProvides a fundamental understanding of lubricants and lubricant technology including emerging lubricants such as synthetic and environmentally friendly lubricants * Teaches the reader to understand the role of technology involved in the manufacture of lubricants * Details both major industrial oils and automotive oils for various engines * Covers emerging lubricant technology such as synthetic and environmentally friendly lubricants * Discusses lubricant blending technology, storage, re-refining and condition monitoring of lubricant in equipment
Developments in Maritime Transportation and Exploitation of Sea Resources: IMAM 2013
by C. Guedes Soares F. López PeñaCovering recent developments in maritime transportation and exploitation of sea resources, encompassing ocean and coastal areas, this book is intended for academics and professionals involved in the development of marine transportation and the exploitation of sea resources.
Developments in Microbial Bioremediation: A Guide for Sustainable Waste Treatment (SpringerBriefs in Molecular Science)
by Pratima BajpaiThis book sheds new light on the transformative role of microorganisms in waste management, offering a comprehensive overview of microbial waste management strategies and their applications. Through this book, readers will learn about the latest advancements in bioremediation and microbial consortia technology, providing a fresh perspective on sustainable waste treatment solutions. The chapters cover topics such as the types and origins of waste, the importance of microorganisms in various waste management processes, and the benefits of bioremediation compared to traditional methods. Readers will discover diverse strategies for managing microbial waste, including bioleaching, bioaugmentation, and utilizing microorganisms to aid phytoremediation. The book also discusses the combined use of bacteria and microalgae for wastewater treatment and emerging innovations in microbial consortia technology. Critical attention is given to the role of microbes in multiple industrial applications such as pharmaceuticals, food processing, textiles, explosives, distilleries, and petrochemicals. Additionally, it explores bioinformatics approaches like genomics and proteomics that drive bioremediation efforts. This volume is an essential resource for researchers in environmental science, biotechnology professionals focusing on sustainable practices, scholars studying advanced wastewater treatment methods using nanotechnology or plant species integration with microorganisms. It invites readers to think through critical questions about sustainable waste treatment practices while offering valuable insights into future perspectives on microbial waste management.
Developments in Model-Based Optimization and Control
by Sorin Olaru Alexandra Grancharova Fernando Lobo PereiraThis book deals with optimization methods as tools for decision making and control in the presence of model uncertainty. It is oriented to the use of these tools in engineering, specifically in automatic control design with all its components: analysis of dynamical systems, identification problems, and feedback control design. Developments in Model-Based Optimization and Control takes advantage of optimization-based formulations for such classical feedback design objectives as stability, performance and feasibility, afforded by the established body of results and methodologies constituting optimal control theory. It makes particular use of the popular formulation known as predictive control or receding-horizon optimization. The individual contributions in this volume are wide-ranging in subject matter but coordinated within a five-part structure covering material on: · complexity and structure in model predictive control (MPC); · collaborative MPC; · distributed MPC; · optimization-based analysis and design; and · applications to bioprocesses, multivehicle systems or energy management. The various contributions cover a subject spectrum including inverse optimality and more modern decentralized and cooperative formulations of receding-horizon optimal control. Readers will find fourteen chapters dedicated to optimization-based tools for robustness analysis, and decision-making in relation to feedback mechanisms--fault detection, for example--and three chapters putting forward applications where the model-based optimization brings a novel perspective. Developments in Model-Based Optimization and Control is a selection of contributions expanded and updated from the Optimisation-based Control and Estimation workshops held in November 2013 and November 2014. It forms a useful resource for academic researchers and graduate students interested in the state of the art in predictive control. Control engineers working in model-based optimization and control, particularly in its bioprocess applications will also find this collection instructive.
Developments in Multidimensional Spatial Data Models
by Alias Abdul Rahman Christopher Gold Mohamad Nor Said Pawel BoguslawskiThis book presents the latest research developments in geoinformation science, which includes all the sub-disciplines of the subject, such as: geomatic engineering, GIS, remote sensing, digital photogrammetry, digital cartography, etc.
Developments in Soil Salinity Assessment and Reclamation
by Shabbir A. Shahid Mahmoud A. Abdelfattah Faisal K. TahaThe papers assembled here cover topics such as technological advances in soil salinity mapping and monitoring, management and reclamation of salt-affected soils, use of marginal quality water for crop production, salt-tolerance mechanisms in plants, biosaline agriculture and agroforestry, microbiological interventions for marginal soils, opportunities and challenges in using marginal waters, and soil and water management in irrigated agriculture.
Developments in Strategic Ceramic Materials
by Thomas Fischer Soshu Kirihara Waltraud M. Kriven Jingyang Wang Dongming ZhuThe Ceramic Engineering and Science Proceeding has been published by The American Ceramic Society since 1980. This series contains a collection of papers dealing with issues in both traditional ceramics (i.e., glass, whitewares, refractories, and porcelain enamel) and advanced ceramics. Topics covered in the area of advanced ceramic include bioceramics, nanomaterials, composites, solid oxide fuel cells, mechanical properties and structural design, advanced ceramic coatings, ceramic armor, porous ceramics, and more.
Developments in Strategic Ceramic Materials II: Ceramic Engineering and Science Proceedings Volume 37, Issue 7
by Waltraud M. Kriven Jingyang Wang Yanchun Zhou Dongming Zhu Manabu Fukushima Andrew Gyekenyesi Gustavo CostaThis issue contains 27 papers from The American Ceramic Society’s 40th International Conference on Advanced Ceramics and Composites, held in Daytona Beach, Florida, January 24-29, 2016. This issue includes papers presented in the following Symposia and Focused Sessions: Symposium 2 – Advanced Ceramic Coatings for Structural, Environmental, and Functional Applications; Symposium 10 – Virtual Materials (Computational) Design and Ceramic Genome; Symposium 11 – Advanced Materials and Innovative Processing Ideas for the Industrial Root Technology; Symposium 12 – Materials for Extreme Environments: Ultrahigh Temperature Ceramics; and Emerging Technologies Symposium–Carbon Nanostructures; and Focused Session 1 - Geopolymers and Chemically Bonded Ceramics.
Developments in Strategic Materials and Computational Design IV
by Soshu Kirihara Sujanto Widjaja Waltraud M. Kriven Jingyang Wang Yanchun Zhou Andrew GyekenyesiCeramic Engineering and Science Proceedings Volume 34, Issue 10 - Developments in Strategic Materials and Computational Design IV A collection of 25 papers from The American Ceramic Society’s 37th International Conference on Advanced Ceramics and Composites, held in Daytona Beach, Florida, January 27-February 1, 2013. This issue includes papers presented in the Geopolymers and Chemically Bonded Ceramics (Focused Session 1); Thermal Management Materials and Technologies (Focused Sessoin 2); and Materials for Extreme Environments: Ultrahigh Temperature Ceramics and Nano-laminated Ternary Carbides and Nitrides (MAX Phases) (Symposium 12).
Developments in Strategic Materials and Computational Design V
by Waltraud M. Kriven Jingyang Wang Yanchun Zhou Taejin Hwang Michael Halbig Kyoung Il Moon Charles A. Lewinsohn Dongming Zhu Andrew GyekenyesiThis issue contains 31 papers from The American Ceramic Society’s 38th International Conference on Advanced Ceramics and Composites, held in Daytona Beach, Florida, January 26-31, 2014. This issue includes papers presented in the following Symposia and Focused Sessions: Symposium 2 – Advanced Ceramic Coatings for Structural, Environmental, and Functional Applications; Symposium 10 – Virtual Materials (Computational) Design and Ceramic Genome; Symposium 11 – Advanced Materials and Innovative Processing Ideas for the Industrial Root Technology; Symposium 12 – Materials for Extreme Environments: Ultrahigh Temperature Ceramics and Nanolaminated Ternary Carbides and Nitrides; Focused Session 1 - Geopolymers and Chemically Bonded Ceramics; Focused Session 2 – Advanced Ceramic Materials and Processing for Photonics and Energy; Focused Session 3 – Rare Earth Oxides for Energy, Optical and Biomedical Applications, Focused Session 4 – Ion-Transport Membranes; 3rd Global Pacific Rim Engineering Ceramics Summit; and the 3rd Annual Global Young Investigator Forum
Developments in Sustainable Geomaterials and Environmental Geotechnics: Proceedings of the 6th GeoChina International Conference on Civil & Transportation Infrastructures: From Engineering to Smart & Green Life Cycle Solutions -- Nanchang, China, 2021 (Sustainable Civil Infrastructures)
by Kai Yao Mei Zhenyu Julius KombaThe current trends in Geotechnical Engineering are moving towards sustainable design and construction. Studies presented in this volume present recent research findings and critically review the existing literature related to assessment of sustainable geomaterials and environmental geotechnics. Special emphasise is given to the material characterization on industry by product or newly developed sustainable materials in geotechnical engineering or pavement engineering. This volume is based on contributions to the 6th GeoChina International Conference on Civil & Transportation Infrastructures: From Engineering to Smart & Green Life Cycle Solutions -- Nanchang, China, 2021.
Developments in the Analysis and Design of Marine Structures: Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Marine Structures (MARSTRUCT 2021, 7-9 June 2021, Trondheim, Norway) (Proceedings in Marine Technology and Ocean Engineering)
by J. AmdahlDevelopments in the Analysis and Design of Marine Structures is a collection of papers presented at MARSTRUCT 2021, the 8th International Conference on Marine Structures (by remote transmission, 7-9 June 2021, organised by the Department of Marine Technology of the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway), and is essential reading for academics, engineers and professionals involved in the design of marine and offshore structures. The MARSTRUCT Conference series deals with Ship and Offshore Structures, addressing topics in the fields of: - Methods and Tools for Loads and Load Effects; - Methods and Tools for Strength Assessment; - Experimental Analysis of Structures; - Materials and Fabrication of Structures; - Methods and Tools for Structural Design and Optimisation; and - Structural Reliability, Safety and Environmental Protection. The MARSTRUCT conferences series of started in Glasgow, UK in 2007, the second event of the series took place in Lisbon, Portugal in March 2009, the third in Hamburg, Germany in March 2011, the fourth in Espoo, Finland in March 2013, the fifth in Southampton, UK in March 2015, the sixth in Lisbon, Portugal in May 2017, and the seventh in Drubovnik, Croatia in May 2019. The ‘Proceedings in Marine Technology and Ocean Engineering’ series is dedicated to the publication of proceedings of peer-reviewed international conferences dealing with various aspects of ‘Marine Technology and Ocean Engineering’. The Series includes the proceedings of the following conferences: the International Maritime Association of the Mediterranean (IMAM) conferences, the Marine Structures (MARSTRUCT) conferences, the Renewable Energies Offshore (RENEW) conferences and the Maritime Technology (MARTECH) conferences. The ‘Marine Technology and Ocean Engineering’ series is also open to new conferences that cover topics on the sustainable exploration and exploitation of marine resources in various fields, such as maritime transport and ports, usage of the ocean including coastal areas, nautical activities, the exploration and exploitation of mineral resources, the protection of the marine environment and its resources, and risk analysis, safety and reliability. The aim of the series is to stimulate advanced education and training through the wide dissemination of the results of scientific research.
Developments in the Collision and Grounding of Ships and Offshore Structures: Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Collision and Grounding of Ships and Offshore Structures (ICCGS 2019), 21-23 October, 2019, Lisbon, Portugal (Proceedings in Marine Technology and Ocean Engineering)
by Carlos Guedes SoaresDevelopments in the Collision and Grounding of Ships and Offshore includes the contributions to the 8th International Conference on Collision and Grounding of Ships and Offshore Structures (ICCGS 2019, Lisbon, Portugal, 21-23 October 2019). The series of ICCGS-conferences started in 1996 in San Francisco, USA, and are organised every three years in Europe, Asia and the Americas. Developments in the Collision and Grounding of Ships and Offshore covers a wide range of topics, from the behavior of large passenger vessels in collision and grounding, collision and grounding in arctic conditions including accidental ice impact, stability residual strength and oil outflow of ships after collision or grounding, collision and grounding statistics and predictions and measures of the probability of incidents, risk assessment of collision and grounding, prediction and measures for reduction of collision and grounding, new designs for improvement of structural resistance to collisions, analysis of ultimate strength of ship structures (bulkheads, tank tops, shell etc.), design of buffer bows to reduce collision consequences, design of foreship structures of ferries with doors to avoid water ingress in case of a collision, development of rational rules for the structural design against collision and grounding, innovative navigation systems for safer sea transportation, the role of IMO, classification societies, and other regulatory bodies in developing safer ships, collision between ships and offshore structures, collision between ships and fixed or floating bridges and submerged tunnels, collision with quays and waterfront structures, collision and grounding experiments, properties of marine-use materials under impact loadings, residual strength of damaged ships and offshore structures, analysis of ultimate strength of ship structures, to human factors in collision and grounding accidents. Developments in the Collision and Grounding of Ships and Offshore is a valuable resource for academics, engineers and professionals involved in these areas.