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Nanofabrication: Enrapturing Cues and Prodigal Applications
by Kamal Prasad Gajendra Prasad Singh Anal Kant JhaNature, with its unassuming yet prodigious character, unfolds its assembly and adaptability guided by the principles of thermodynamics and supramolecular chemistry. Every entity in nature, regardless of its form, adheres to these fundamental principles. From individual metabolites to ordinary molecules, each possesses inherent potential for nanomaterial synthesis. This book meticulously compiles diverse green approaches that highlight nature's synthetic prowess and its lavish abundance in nanomaterial synthesis, showcasing potential applications. It unveils the lucrative pathways nature provides for cutting-edge advancements in synthetic methodologies and material applications.
Emergency Management Threats and Hazards: Water
by Michael PrasadEmergency Management Threats and Hazards: Water is a resource guidebook, which bridges the work of the emergency management practitioners and academic researchers, specifically for water-related incidents. Practitioners typically follow a disaster phase cycle of preparedness/protection/prevention, response, recovery, and mitigation – all of which have distinct actions and missions to reduce or eliminate adverse impacts from both threats and hazards. Academics will find the connections to allied fields such as meteorology, hydrology, homeland security, healthcare, and more. The book examines many of the distinct differences and variances within the specific scope of water-related incidents, crises, emergencies, and disasters. It provides examples and practical strategies for protection/prevention, response, recovery, and mitigation against adverse impacts to people, property, and organizations. It is also organized in the same construct used by emergency management practitioners (incident command system elements, disaster cycle phases, etc.), which will help align the academic world of emergency management education to both the practice and the training in the emergency management field. Takes a global view on threats and hazards, as well as their solutions. Provides a single repository of the majority of water-related incidents and provides a "how to" guide for resilience. Identifies cascading impacts and provides checklists for resolutions. Includes numerous case studies organized by threat and hazard. Chapter 2 of this book is freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons [Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND)] 4.0 license.
Microwave Processing of Foods: Microwaves and Food (Food Engineering Series)
by Anubhav Pratap-Singh Ferruh Erdogdu Shaojin Wang Hosahalli S. RamaswamyThe application of microwaves has been a major advancement in food processing over the past 50 years, and yet to date there have been very few publications focusing exclusively on microwave processing and none covering the latest technological and theoretical advances. Microwave Processing of Foods: Challenges, Advances and Prospects fills this gap by covering all aspects of the microwave processing of foods including the latest novel advances in this fast-moving subject area. This text presents multidisciplinary views of novel microwave systems, novel process modeling, engineering and design, as well as practical approaches on methodology and findings regarding the effect of microwave on the food quality and process safety. The volume comprises several chapters on the newest processing and machinery aspects, engineering design and process modeling, process safety and novel processes based on full or partial application of microwave in food processing. This book also considers economic aspects, food quality issues and future trends of microwave application in the food industry. Each chapter in this text functions as a critical review, presenting the current state of knowledge based on the personal experience of the authors and the current state of published research in one particular area of food processing. While the main focus is on processing, the physical principles and the chemical and microbiological basis of the process are also covered, plus the impact of the technology on the quality and safety of food. This book presents a comprehensive and fully up-to-date reference on the principles and applications of microwave processing of food products.
Shader Writing in Open Shading Language: With RenderMan® Examples
by Mitch J. PraterIncorporating both historical techniques and the most recent developments in computer graphics, Shader Writing in Open Shading Language is a treatise on OSL shader writing and shader development that intends to remedy the current lack of material on this important area of technical and artistic expertise. It is for artists who wish to know more about shaders and shader writing, for programmers who want the ultimate in creative control, or for anyone in‑between.It begins by covering the entire range of independent variables upon which all shaded pattern generation is based. From that foundation, every fundamental procedural, textural, conversion, and pattern modification shader category is described with clear and practical examples.Each topic is presented in a progression of chapters that begin with the fundamentals and expand to more complex shaders illustrating more advanced techniques that build on the previously covered material.In addition, these important topics are also covered: Shader user interface design and parameter widgets Color, color models, color spaces, and color transformations 2d and 3d spaces and their transformations Texture patterns and projections Ray tracing for pattern generation Displacement and bumped shading normal generation Shader organization, building, and deployment Shader execution and debugging
A Home for Mr. Higgins
by David PreeceMr. Higgins, a Scottish terrier longs for a home, but no one can see past his rambunctious and spirited behavior. Finally, a family headed by two dads recognizes his worth and rescues him. Mr. Higgins then discovers what love and acceptance genuinely are.Also available:Mr. Higgins Takes a StandMr. Higgins to the RescueAbout Mr. Higgins:In 2014, the authors David Preece and Jim Webber adopted a black Scottish terrier who was a shy, nervous, and somewhat suspicious mid-life rescue dog. &‘Mr. Higgins&’ (the fitting name he came to us with) gradually emerged from his shell and enjoyed his new life in his forever home. Still, on guard with most strangers, Mr. Higgins learned to return love while protecting his home and keeping his dads to their daily routines. Not a fan of pats on the head, &‘Higgins&’ prefers a light touch on his sides and burrowing into a safe space. He loves walks, other dogs, treats, and – as a born outfielder – plays fetch.
Mr. Higgins Takes a Stand
by David PreeceA loving family finally adopts Mr. Higgins. However, he still doubts his self-worth and lacks confidence in himself. But then, one day, Mr. Higgins has had enough and boldly rescues a friend from a pack of canine bullies. Mr. Higgins Takes a Stand deals with bullying, caring for others, and gaining self-confidence.Also available:A Home for Mr. HigginsMr. Higgins to the RescueAbout Mr. Higgins:In 2014, the authors David Preece and Jim Webber adopted a black Scottish terrier who was a shy, nervous, and somewhat suspicious mid-life rescue dog. &“Mr. Higgins&” (the fitting name he came to us with) gradually emerged from his shell and enjoyed his new life in his forever home. Still, on guard with most strangers, Mr. Higgins learned to return love while protecting his home and keeping his dads to their daily routines. Not a fan of pats on the head, &“Higgins&” prefers a light touch on his sides and burrowing into a safe space. He loves walks, other dogs, treats, and – as a born outfielder – plays fetch.
Nonproliferation Issues For Weapons of Mass Destruction (Public Administration and Public Policy)
by Mark A. Prelas Michael S. PeckNonproliferation Issues for Weapons of Mass Destruction provides an understanding of WMD proliferation risks by bridging complex technical and political issues. The text begins by defining the world conditions that foster proliferation, followed by an analysis of characteristics of various classes of WMDs, including nuclear, biological, and chemica
Shaken
by James PrellerKristy Barrett is a soccer star. She's been a star since elementary school, and now is so good that she's been told she may someday make the women's Olympic team.Everything changes in an instant, when a blow to her head during a game results in a severe concussion. It's not her first head injury, but it's the worst one she's ever had. The doctors say it will take time to recover; they don't know how long. All Kristy knows is that her team is moving on without her, and her purpose—soccer—is gone, and she doesn't know what to do, or even who she is. Her days are marked by pain and panic attacks.Through two unexpected new friendships and insightful therapists, Kristy starts to rebuild her life. The question is, will her new life include soccer?Sports injuries are a reality of competitive play, for both male and female athletes. Here is a story that athletes and other readers will relate to as they navigate middle-school and their own identities.
João quer ser o Messi: Um livro infantil sobre futebol e inspiração (João quer ser o Messi #1)
by Tanya PremingerVencedora do MOM'S CHOICE AWARDS 2018 - Honrando Excelência Mundialmente Confiável por Pais e Educadores João, um aluno de segundo ano imaginativo e apaixonado por futebol, quer ser o grande astro do futebol Leo Messi, e está a trabalhar duro para o seu objetivo. Ele luta contra medos, intimidações, lição de casa e de dormir em busca de seu sonho de se tornar o melhor jogador de futebol do mundo. Um livro infantil e envolvente sobre futebol, prática e inspiração. Belas ilustrações de Elettra Cudignotto. Citação do livro: "Demorei 17 anos e 114 dias para ser um sucesso instantâneo". - Lionel Andrés Messi Este livro de capítulos faz parte de uma série, mas funciona facilmente como um livro independente. É adequado para crianças entre os 6 e os 10 anos (nível de leitura 3, do 1º ao 4º ano). Ideal para os primeiros leitores ou para ser lido em voz alta por um dos pais como uma história para dormir.
Living and Dying with Marcel Proust
by Christopher PrendergastA New York Times Editors’ Choice A Publisher’s Weekly Most Anticipated Book of 2022 Living and Dying with Marcel Proust is the result of a lifetime’s reading of, reflection on, and love for Proust’s masterpiece, In Search of Lost Time. One of the masterpieces of twentieth-century fiction, Proust’s In Search of Lost Time describes a unique journey, combining elements drawn from the timeless narratives of great expectations and lost illusions. In this lively and entertaining book, Christopher Prendergast traces that journey as it unfolds on an arc defined by the polarities in his title: living and dying. At once a careful contemplation Proust’s masterwork and an exploration of the rich sensory and impressionistic tapestry of a lived world, Living and Dying with Marcel Proust addresses such disparate Proustian obsessions as insomnia, food, digestion, color, addiction, memory, breath and breathing, breasts, snobbism, music, and humor. Entertaining and erudite, Prendergast’s book will surely become the companion for all readers either about to reembark on Proust’s three-million-word journey or setting out for the first time. “Splendid... Reading [it] feels like, say, seeing all of Venice in a gondola, seated beside a patient, smiling, all-knowing art historian.”—Edmund White, The New York Times Book Review
Police Early Intervention Systems: Integrating Officer Performance, Integrity, and Welfare (Springer Series in Policing)
by Tim Prenzler Louise PorterThis book documents the development of early intervention systems (EISs) internationally, and provides evidence for and against their effectiveness as a key tool to reduce police misconduct and improve the physical and psychological health of officers. Featuring practical illustrations to support textual examples, this volume offers valuable best practices for police departments and policing students.
Cook with Confidence: Over 100 Inspiring Recipes to Cook and Eat Together
by Dennis PrescottUnleash your culinary creativity with over 100 delicious recipes from host of Netflix's Restaurants on the Edge, chef Dennis Prescott. His new book, Cook with Confidence, is packed with approachable recipes and mouth-watering flavors inspired by his global travels and maritime influences from living in New Brunswick. Guaranteed to take your cooking to the next level, this indispensable cookbook gives you all the tips you need to keep your cooking stress-free—and your dining table a place of connection and community.For Dennis, there's no greater way to connect with those you love than gathering around a table. And these rock-solid, delectable recipes allow you to do just that! With Dennis as your guide, you can tackle every challenge in the kitchen, including how to make more sustainable seafood choices, how to become a grill master, how to stock your pantry, and how to serve up some beautiful homemade pasta.Brimming with flavors that pack a punch, these recipes guarantee a menu that will dazzle your friends and family with every bite. Some highlights include:Delicious snacks and starters, including Beef and Eggplant Fatteh or the Carrot and Coriander Fritters with Turmeric YogurtSeasonal salads and succulent sides, like the Miso Butter Mushrooms with Garlic Bok Choy or the Nicoise Salad with Blackened TroutSavory pastas, including classics like Cacio e Pepe to Roasted Cauliflower Rigatoni with PangrattatoPlant-forward mains, featuring dishes like the Black Bean Edamame Burgers and Falafel Mezze BowlsFresh seafood dishes, like the Ponzu Tuna with Crispy Wontons and Papaya Salad or the Crab Bisque with Rosemary CroutonsMeat-forward mains, including an Orange and Fennel Braised Ragù and the Steak Frites with Creamy Whiskey Peppercorn Sauce Whether you're brand new to the kitchen or a bit more seasoned (pun intended), Dennis's book is a mainstay for anyone searching for confidence and connection in their culinary adventures. With Dennis's well-won wisdom and simple tips in tow, you're guaranteed to elevate your cooking skills and minimize your stress, leaving you plenty of time and energy to focus on the people you love.
Ethics of the Algorithm: Digital Humanities and Holocaust Memory
by Todd PresnerHow computational methods can expand how we see, read, and listen to Holocaust testimonyThe Holocaust is one of the most documented—and now digitized—events in human history. Institutions and archives hold hundreds of thousands of hours of audio and video testimony, composed of more than a billion words in dozens of languages, with millions of pieces of descriptive metadata. It would take several lifetimes to engage with these testimonies one at a time. Computational methods could be used to analyze an entire archive—but what are the ethical implications of &“listening&” to Holocaust testimonies by means of an algorithm? In this book, Todd Presner explores how the digital humanities can provide both new insights and humanizing perspectives for Holocaust memory and history.Presner suggests that it is possible to develop an &“ethics of the algorithm&” that mediates between the ethical demands of listening to individual testimonies and the interpretative possibilities of computational methods. He delves into thousands of testimonies and witness accounts, focusing on the analysis of trauma, language, voice, genre, and the archive itself. Tracing the affordances of digital tools that range from early, proto-computational approaches to more recent uses of automatic speech recognition and natural language processing, Presner introduces readers to what may be the ultimate expression of these methods: AI-driven testimonies that use machine learning to process responses to questions, offering a user experience that seems to replicate an actual conversation with a Holocaust survivor.With Ethics of the Algorithm, Presner presents a digital humanities argument for how big data models and computational methods can be used to preserve and perpetuate cultural memory.
The Lost Tomb: And Other Real-Life Stories of Bones, Burials, and Murder
by Douglas PrestonFrom the #1 bestselling author of The Lost City of the Monkey God, a jaw-dropping discovery of an Egyptian tomb opens up a slew of archaeological mysteries and deadly tales. Now in paperback with an EXCITING BONUS ADVENTURE! What&’s it like to be the first to enter an Egyptian burial chamber that&’s been sealed for thousands of years? What horrifying secret was found among the prehistoric ruins of the American Southwest? Who really was the infamous the Monster of Florence? From the jungles of Honduras to macabre archaeological sites in the American Southwest, Douglas Preston's explorations have taken him across the globe. The Lost Tomb brings together a compelling collection of true stories about buried treasure, enigmatic murders, lost tombs, bizarre crimes, and other fascinating tales of the past and present.
The Cabinet of Curiosities: A Novel (Agent Pendergast Series #3)
by Douglas Preston Lincoln ChildIn one of NPR's 100 Best Thrillers Ever, FBI agent Pendergast discovers thirty-six murdered bodies in a New York City charnel house . . . and now, more than a century later, a killer strikes again. In an ancient tunnel underneath New York City a charnel house is discovered.Inside are thirty-six bodies--all murdered and mutilated more than a century ago.While FBI agent Pendergast investigates the old crimes, identical killings start to terrorize the city. The nightmare has begun.Again.
Disinformation in Open Online Media: 6th Multidisciplinary International Symposium, MISDOOM 2024, Münster, Germany, September 2–4, 2024, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #15175)
by Mike Preuss Agata Leszkiewicz Jean-Christopher Boucher Ofer Fridman Lucas StampeThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 6th Multidisciplinary International Symposium on Disinformation in Open Online Media, MISDOOM 2024, held in Münster, Germany, during September 2–4, 2024. The 8 full papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 15 submissions. The symposium tries to integrate the scientific process of multiple communities and offers a proceeding publication track as well as the submission of presentation proposals (as extended abstracts).
The Producer: John Hammond and the Soul of American Music
by Dunstan PrialA "behind the music" story without parallelJohn Hammond is one of the most charismatic figures in American music, a man who put on record much of the music we cherish today. Dunstan Prial's biography presents Hammond's life as a gripping story of music, money, fame, and racial conflict, played out in the nightclubs and recording studios where the music was made. A pioneering producer and talent spotter, Hammond discovered and championed some of the most gifted musicians of early jazz—Billie Holliday, Count Basie, Charlie Christian, Benny Goodman--and staged the legendary "From Spirituals to Swing" concert at Carnegie Hall in 1939, which established jazz as America's indigenous music. Then as jazz gave way to pop and rock Hammond repeated the trick, discovering Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, Bruce Springsteen, and Stevie Ray Vaughan in his life's extraordinary second act. Dunstan Prial shows Hammond's life to be an effort to push past his privileged upbringing and encounter American society in all its rough-edged vitality. A Vanderbilt on his mother's side, Hammond grew up in a mansion on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. As a boy, he would sneak out at night and go uptown to Harlem to hear jazz in speakeasies. As a young man, he crusaded for racial equality in the music world and beyond. And as a Columbia Records executive—a dapper figure behind the glass of the recording studio or in a crowded nightclub—he saw music as the force that brought whites and blacks together and expressed their shared sense of life's joys and sorrows. This first biography of John Hammond is also a vivid and up-close account of great careers in the making: Bob Dylan recording his first album with Hammond for $402, Bruce Springsteen showing up at Hammond's office carrying a beat-up acoustic guitar without a case. In Hammond's life, the story of American music is at once personal and epic: the story of a man at the center of things, his ears wide open.
Delivering Person-Centred Care in Nursing (Transforming Nursing Practice Series)
by Bob PriceDelivering holistic, person-centred care is at the heart of the nursing role. This book will develop your understanding of what person-centred care actually means and how to apply it to assessment and the planning, delivery and management of care, enhancing all aspects of your practice. Key features · Each chapter is mapped to the NMC Standards (2018) · Two parts take you from the underpinning theory and philosophy through to practical application and person-centred care in action. · Case studies and activities encourage you to reflect on your own experiences and how the themes of person-centred care are applied in practice.
Delivering Person-Centred Care in Nursing (Transforming Nursing Practice Series)
by Bob PriceDelivering holistic, person-centred care is at the heart of the nursing role. This book will develop your understanding of what person-centred care actually means and how to apply it to assessment and the planning, delivery and management of care, enhancing all aspects of your practice. Key features · Each chapter is mapped to the NMC Standards (2018) · Two parts take you from the underpinning theory and philosophy through to practical application and person-centred care in action. · Case studies and activities encourage you to reflect on your own experiences and how the themes of person-centred care are applied in practice.
Great Football Trivia Challenge: 600 Questions to Test Your Knowledge
by Christopher PriceBecome an even bigger football trivia expert with these tough questions! Now with new and more difficult questions, The Great Football Trivia Challenge tests and expands your knowledge on the sport of football—covering players&’ careers from Draft Day to the rookie season, the Pro Bowl, and beyond! In this collection of six hundred questions, seasoned football writer Chris Price tests your level of expertise on all things football. Some of the many questions that Price poses include: Who was the first Black head coach in the NFL? (Fritz Pollard) As of 2023, which NFL team has the most followers on Twitter/X? (New England Patriots) Jimmy Johnson's last game as a head coach of the Miami Dolphins was a 62-7 playoff loss to what team? (Jacksonville Jaguars) Who was the first woman to serve as an on-field official in a Super Bowl? (Sarah Thomas, Super Bowl LV) Who said "IF Jimmy Clausen is not a successful quarterback in the NFL, I'm done. That's it. I'm out." (Draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr., on ESPN in 2010) Football stars and coaches past and present are represented, from Joe Montana to Patrick Mahomes, Cris Carter to Justin Jefferson, Tony Gonzalez to George Kittle, Chuck Noll to Mike Tomlin and everyone in between. So make sure to test your skills and challenge your friends to see who knows the most knowledgeable football fan with The Great Football Trivia Challenge!
Knowledge and Skills Partnerships in Youth Justice
by Jayne PriceProviding in-depth insight into different types of knowledge and skills partnerships in youth justice, this book illustrates the importance of collaborative working between academics and professionals, drawing on empirical research and practice examples to present expert analysis of knowledge/evidence production and utilisation in youth justice.Original and cutting edge, the focus of this edited collection is on different forms of knowledge exchange (transfer) between professionals and academics in the youth justice context. Authored by experts in the field, each chapter presents a series of case studies showcasing the application of theory/evidence to practice, and shedding light on the challenges professionals experience when seeking to understand complex theory and ‘make sense’ of the vast array of empirical data.Knowledge and Skills Partnerships in Youth Justice will appeal to students researching youth justice and criminal justice systems. The book will also be useful for practitioners of youth justice, as well as policymakers.
Happy Economics: Why the Happiest Workplaces are the Most Successful
by Mark PriceHappiness at work matters. But what does happiness mean? How can managers measure it and have more of it? And what happens to organizations when they get happiness right? Ask anyone. Happiness and wellbeing are important for all organizations, because they undeniably lead to economic happiness and financial success for everyone involved. But how does happiness drive growth and how should business leaders develop happier companies? In Happy Economics, business expert Mark Price clearly demonstrates why the opportunity represented by happiness is huge for businesses. Using real-world examples of those organizations who have got it right, he explains what happy economics is, why happiness metrics matter, connects high happiness with high performance, explores how to create happy teams and creating a corporate happiness plan that can be used by any business.
Tools and Skills for .NET 8: Get the career you want with good practices and patterns to design, debug, and test your solutions
by Mark J. PriceElevate your career by mastering key .NET tools and skills, including debugging, source code management, testing, cloud-native development, intelligent apps and more. Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook.Key FeaturesCoverage of key .NET tools and skills including refactoring, source code management, debugging, memory troubleshooting, and morePractical guidance on using code editors effectively, implementing best practices, and protecting dataExplore cutting-edge techniques like building intelligent apps, cloud native development with .NET Aspire, and Docker containerizationBook DescriptionUnlock the full potential of .NET development with Tools and Skills for .NET 8. Dive into source code management using Git and learn how to navigate projects while ensuring version control. Discover advanced debugging techniques and troubleshooting strategies to identify and resolve issues, and gain practical insights on documenting your code, APIs, and services, fostering project clarity and maintainability. Delve into the world of cryptography, ensuring confidentiality and integrity throughout your development lifecycle. Elevate your skills as you explore cutting-edge topics such as building intelligent apps using custom LLM-based chat services, mastering dependency injection, optimizing performance through testing, and Docker containerization. Harness the power of cloud-native development with .NET Aspire, unlocking the benefits of modern cloud platforms. With guidance on software architecture best practices, this book empowers you to build robust, scalable and maintainable applications. Advance your career with invaluable insights on job readiness and interview preparation, positioning yourself as a top-tier candidate in today's competitive job market. Whether you're a seasoned .NET professional or an aspiring developer looking to enhance your skills, this book is your ultimate companion on the journey to .NET mastery.What you will learnMake the most of code editor tools for efficient developmentLearn advanced debugging techniques and troubleshooting strategiesUnderstand how to protect data and applications using cryptographyBuild a custom LLM-based chat serviceDiscover how to master dependency injectionOptimize performance through benchmarking and testingDelve into cloud-native development using .NET AspireAdvance your career with advice on job readiness and interviewsWho this book is for.NET professionals seeking to enhance their expertise, as well as aspiring developers aiming to advance their careers in the field. This book caters to individuals eager to master essential .NET tools, refine their development practices, explore advanced techniques and cutting-edge tools, and prepare themselves for job opportunities and interviews in the competitive landscape of .NET development
Claiming My Place: Coming of Age in the Shadow of the Holocaust
by Planaria Price Helen Reichmann WestA Junior Library Guild selectionClaiming My Place is the true story of a young Jewish woman who survived the Holocaust by escaping to Nazi Germany and hiding in plain sight.Meet Barbara Reichmann, once known as Gucia Gomolinska: smart, determined, independent, and steadfast in the face of injustice. A Jew growing up in predominantly Catholic Poland during the 1920s and ’30s, Gucia studies hard, makes friends, falls in love, and dreams of a bright future. Her world is turned upside down when Nazis invade Poland and establish the first Jewish ghetto of World War II in her town of Piotrko´w Trybunalski. As the war escalates, Gucia and her family, friends, and neighbors suffer starvation, disease, and worse. She knows her blond hair and fair skin give her an advantage, and eventually she faces a harrowing choice: risk either the uncertain horrors of deportation to a concentration camp, or certain death if she is caught resisting. She decides to hide her identity as a Jew and adopts the gentile name Danuta Barbara Tanska. Barbara, nicknamed Basia, leaves behind everything and everyone she has ever known in order to claim a new life for herself. Writing in the first person, author Planaria Price and Helen Reichmann West, Barbara's daughter, bring the immediacy of Barbara’s voice to this true account of a young woman whose unlikely survival hinges upon the same determination and defiant spirit already evident in the six-year-old girl we meet as this story begins. The final portion of this narrative, written by Helen, completes Barbara’s journey from her immigration to America until her natural, timely death.Includes maps and photographs