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Advances on P2P, Parallel, Grid, Cloud and Internet Computing: Proceedings of the 13th International Conference on P2P, Parallel, Grid, Cloud and Internet Computing (3PGCIC-2018) (Lecture Notes on Data Engineering and Communications Technologies #24)
by Fatos Xhafa Fang-Yie Leu Massimo Ficco Chao-Tung YangThis book presents the latest research findings, as well as innovative theoretical and practical research results, methods and development techniques related to P2P, grid, cloud and Internet computing. It also reveals the synergies among such large scale computing paradigms. P2P, Grid, Cloud and Internet computing technologies have rapidly become established as breakthrough paradigms for solving complex problems by enabling aggregation and sharing of an increasing variety of distributed computational resources on a large scale. Grid computing originated as a paradigm for high-performance computing, offering an alternative to expensive supercomputers through different forms of large-scale distributed computing. P2P computing emerged as a new paradigm following on from client-server and web-based computing and has proved useful in the development of social networking, B2B (Business to Business), B2C (Business to Consumer), B2G (Business to Government), and B2E (Business to Employee). Cloud computing has been described as a “computing paradigm where the boundaries of computing are determined by economic rationale rather than technical limits”. Cloud computing has fast become the computing paradigm with applicability and adoption in all domains and providing utility computing at large scale. Lastly, Internet computing is the basis of any large-scale distributed computing paradigm; it has very quickly developed into a vast and flourishing field with enormous impact on today’s information societies and serving as a universal platform comprising a large variety of computing forms such as grid, P2P, cloud and mobile computing.
Development and Regional Stability in Africa: Unlocking Potential
by Adeoye O. Akinola Emmaculate Asige LiagaThis book critically engages with the development-security nexus in contemporary Africa, coinciding with the twentieth anniversary of the African Union (AU). Despite widespread discourse on the 'Africa Rising' narrative, many African states grapple with persistent economic challenges, violent conflicts, Afrophobia, and democratic setbacks. The AU's efforts, alongside those of other regional actors, to leverage regionalism for driving socio-economic and political development while ensuring peace and security have yielded limited results. Consequently, this edited volume takes an incisive approach to unpack the complex and vexed issues obstructing sustainable advancements in security and development in Africa. While existing studies have predominantly centered on conventional conflict and development concerns, this book sheds light on the emerging realities and evolving dynamics shaping the region's trajectory. Utilising a comprehensive case study approach, the book places Africa's challenges within both historical and contemporary contexts, aiming to present sustainable policy options to bridge the myriad gaps in the continent's peace, security, and governance architecture. By addressing the intricacies of balancing individual state interests with collective regional advancement, this volume offers a pathway toward unlocking Africa's potential for development and fostering a prosperous and harmonious 'Africa We Want'.
Blockchain Technology and Application: 6th CCF China Blockchain Summit, CBCS 2023, Haikou, China, December 15–18, 2023, Revised Selected Papers (Communications in Computer and Information Science #2098)
by Jianming Zhu Xianhua Song Zeguang Lu Yong Ding Qianhong WuThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 6th CCF China Blockchain Summit, CBCS 2023, held in Haikou, China, in December 2023. The 13 revised full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 72 submissions. The papers deal with research results and development activities in all aspects of blockchain science and technology.
Computer Science – CACIC 2023: 29th Argentine Congress of Computer Science, Lujan, Argentina, October 9–12, 2023, Revised Selected Papers (Communications in Computer and Information Science #2123)
by Juan Manuel Fernández Patricia Pesado Walter PanessiThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 29th Argentine Congress of Computer Science on Computer Science - CACIC 2023, held in Luján, Argentina, during October 9–12, 2023. The 27 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 142 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: agents and systems; distributed and parallel processing; technology applied to education; graphic computation, images and visualization; software engineering; databases and data mining; hardware architectures, networks, and operating systems; innovation in software systems; signal processing and real-time systems; innovation in computer science education; computer security; digital governance and smart cities.
The Palgrave Handbook of African Men and Masculinities
by Ezra Chitando Kopano Ratele Obert Bernard Mlambo Sakhumzi MfecaneThis handbook provides a comprehensive, interdisciplinary overview of key theoretical and analytical approaches, topics and debates in contemporary scholarship on African masculinities. Refusing to privilege Western theoretical constructs (but remaining in dialogue with them), contributors explore the contestations around and diversities within men, masculinities and sexualities in Africa; investigate individual and collective practices of masculinity; and interrogate the social construction of masculinities. Bringing together insights from scholars across gender studies, sociology, anthropology, philosophy, history, literature and religion, this book demonstrates how recognizing and upholding the integrity of African phenomena, locating and reflecting on men and masculinities in varied African contexts and drawing new theoretical frameworks all combine to take the discourse on men and masculinities in Africa forward. Chapters examine a range of issues within the context ofmasculinities, including embodiment, sport, violence, militarism, spirituality, gender roles, fatherhood, homosexuality, health and work. This handbook will be valuable reading for scholars, researchers, and policymakers in Masculinity Studies, and more broadly Gender Studies, as well as Africana Studies.
Complexity Thinking and China’s Demography Within and Beyond Mainland China: A Geopolitical Overview
by Armando AliuThis book uses complexity thinking to explore China’s demography and population-driven geopolitics within and beyond mainland China. From a multidisciplinary perspective, the book is relevant to the debates of Chinese demography studies and politics of contemporary China. It combines international relations approaches, demography research, and legal studies to conceive the recent demographic trends and social transformations in China and across the world. The book prioritizes the anthropological viewpoint to provide a better understanding of demographic phenomena and combine an anthropological demography perspective with complexity thinking and geopolitics. This book will interest scholars of China, of geopolitics, and demographers.
Geist und Buchstabe: Ein neuer Versuch über Friedrich Schlegels Konzept der Universalpoesie
by Yiyun LuDas vorliegende Buch ist ein neuer, komparatistisch angelegter Versuch über Friedrich Schlegels Konzept der ‚Universalpoesie‘. Dieser Kernbegriff der Früh-Romantik wird mittels der von Schlegel der Bibel entliehenen Paulinischen Dichotomie von ‚Geist‘ und ‚Buchstaben‘ erörtert. Mit seiner romantischen Poetik polemisiert Schlegel vor allem gegen das, was er die europäische ‚Geisteskrankheit‘ nennt. Gemeint ist die ‚Buchstabenkunst‘, die entweder durch leeres Formspiel, wie dies bei der französischen Neoklassik der Fall ist, oder, wie bei den Engländern, durch die Verfolgung rein materieller Zwecke gekennzeichnet sei. In beiden Fällen fehle es, so Schlegel, an dem echt ‚Geistigen‘, d. h. an etwas ‚Apriorischem‘, das der reinen Empirie gegenüberstehen soll. Die vorliegende Arbeit integriert in ihrem Herangehen eine historische und eine hermeneutische Position. Der Akzent liegt auf dem zunächst zu erledigenden ‚rekonstruktiven‘ Schritt. Sodann werden Möglichkeiten diskutiert, Schlegels Position als Schritte hin zu einem existenzialphilosophischen Verständnis von Sprache und Kunst zu lesen, so, wie es dann bei Nietzsche, Heidegger und Gadamer entfaltet wird.
An Integrated Approach to Perinatal Depression and Anxiety in Spanish-Speaking and Latina Women
by Sandraluz Lara-CinisomoThis book makes a significant contribution to the literature by adopting an integrated perspective on perinatal depression and anxiety among Spanish-speaking and Latina women. These groups are often overlooked in research and face barriers to diagnosis and treatment. This groundbreaking book compiles essential and timely insights into the factors associated with perinatal depression and anxiety among Spanish-speaking and Latina women. It delves into crucial themes, such as migration-related experiences. Additionally, it explores policies in Latin America aimed at addressing maternal mental health needs. Furthermore, the book provides fundamental knowledge on tailoring culturally and linguistically appropriate interventions for perinatal depression and anxiety among Spanish-speaking and Latina women. Recognizing the significance of context, it offers perspectives on the effects of natural disasters and health crises on perinatal mental health and mother-infant bonding. The book advocates for the development of a research and mental health workforce attuned to the diverse needs of Spanish-speaking and Latina/Latinx perinatal women. It also discusses the value of biomarkers in perinatal depression research. In sum, this book brings together topic experts from across the globe to provide a more holistic approach to perinatal depression and anxiety. Key topics covered include: Anxiety and Worry During the Perinatal Period: Why They Cannot Be Ignored Protective Factors Against Depression and Anxiety Among Latinas and Spanish-Speaking Women Culturally Sensitive Interventions for Latinas and Spanish-Speaking Women Advancing Research in Perinatal Mental Health in Spanish-Speaking Latin American Women Developing a Culturally Responsive Mental Health Workforce for Spanish-speaking and Latina/Latinx Birthing People with Perinatal Depression and Anxiety An Integrated Approach to Perinatal Depression and Anxiety in Spanish-Speaking and Latina Women is pertinent reading for individuals interested in pursuing a degree and profession in perinatal mental health, clinicians working with Spanish-speaking and Latina/Latinx perinatal women, researchers interested in working with Spanish-speaking and Latina/Latinx perinatal women, and educators training individuals pursuing a degree and profession in perinatal mental health.
Perovskite Optoelectronic Devices (Engineering Materials)
by Basudev PradhanThis book delves into the practical applications of perovskite materials in optoelectronics, covering solar cells, light-emitting diodes, photodetectors, neuromorphic devices, lasers, and X-ray detectors in various forms including bulk, two-dimensional (2D), and zero-dimensional (0D). It addresses the pressing need for scalable fabrication processes, performance optimization, and stability concerns associated with perovskite-based devices. With a detailed examination of fundamental properties and challenges, this book serves as a comprehensive guide for scientists, technologists, and engineers involved in developing and optimizing perovskite-based optoelectronic devices for commercialization. Furthermore, it fills a significant gap in the literature by providing in-depth coverage of perovskite solar cells and other emerging optoelectronic technologies, making it an essential resource for researchers and practitioners in materials and device physics.
Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Industrial Engineering: ICIE 2023 (Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering)
by Andrey A. Radionov Vadim R. GasiyarovThis book highlights recent findings in industrial, manufacturing and mechanical engineering and provides an overview of the state of the art in these fields, mainly in Russia and Eastern Europe. A broad range of topics and issues in modern engineering is discussed, including the machinery and mechanism design, dynamics of machines and working processes, friction, wear and lubrication in machines, design and manufacturing engineering of industrial facilities, transport and technological machines, mechanical treatment of materials, industrial hydraulic systems. This book gathers selected papers presented at the 9th International Conference on Industrial Engineering (ICIE), held in Sochi, Russia, in May 2023. The authors are experts in various fields of engineering, and all papers have been carefully reviewed. Given its scope, this book will be of interest to a wide readership, including mechanical and production engineers, lecturers in engineering disciplines, and engineering graduates.
Combinatorial Optimization: 8th International Symposium, ISCO 2024, La Laguna, Tenerife, Spain, May 22–24, 2024, Revised Selected Papers (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #14594)
by Amitabh Basu Ali Ridha Mahjoub Juan José Salazar GonzálezThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 8th International Symposium on Combinatorial Optimization, ISCO 2024, held in La Laguna, Tenerife, Spain, during May 22–24, 2024. The 30 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 46 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: integer programming; graph theory; parameterized algorithms; approximation algorithms; integer programming for machine learning; and applications.
Novel Aspects of Diamond II: Science and Technology (Topics in Applied Physics #149)
by Nianjun Yang Soumen MandalThis edited book covers a wide range of novel scientific and engineering aspects of diamond films produced from chemical vapor deposition. It focuses on the most recent developments and achievements in this rapidly growing field from scientists and engineers across the domains of chemistry, biology, medicine, physics, and semiconductor engineering.The latest volume of this consistently well-cited book brings an updated, systematic review of the latest developments in diamond research and application. Featuring contributed chapters from a mix of highly-active international researchers, this new edition presents recent research focusing on topics such as diamond for thermal management in high-power electronics, diamond MOSFETs, water treatment, application of machine learning for nanodiamonds, theoretical aspects of diamond growth, current trends in emerging diamond technologies, and the growth of doped single-crystal diamond. This book is especially appealing to interdisciplinary researchers and industry professionals working on advanced diamond devices and applications, as well as theoretical and computational methods for predicting and designing new diamond materials.
Human Digital Twin: Exploring Connectivity and Security Issues (SpringerBriefs in Computer Science)
by Changyan Yi Jun Cai Samuel D. OkegbileHuman digital twin (HDT) is a transformative technology poised to transform various human-centric systems. With its potential applications in personalized healthcare, HDT promises swift, precise, and efficient healthcare services through the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, internet of things, cybersecurity as well as virtual and augmented reality. This book addresses the critical gap in the existing literature by offering a comprehensive exploration of connectivity solutions for HDT while prioritizing reliability, security, and privacy. Key topics covered include the foundational concept of HDT, its design requirements and associated challenges, edge-assisted human-to-virtual solutions, blockchain-enabled data-sharing mechanisms, and differentially private federated multi-task learning (DPFML) methodologies tailored for HDT.The discussion on the concept of HDT encompasses an overview of its applications and its specific characteristics when compared to the conventional digital twin models. In addressing the design requirements and challenges of HDT, the text delves into the complexities of securing high-quality data, ensuring ultra-reliable and low-latency communication, data privacy and integrity, while managing storage, computation and analytics. Exploring edge-assisted human-to-virtual solutions, the book also introduces a connectivity framework and details the modeling process for human-to-virtual twin connectivity. The book later presents an in-depth examination of the practical Byzantine fault tolerance framework, followed by a discussion on shard-based Byzantine fault-tolerant schemes tailored for HDT, along with analyses of latency and throughput.Furthermore, the book outlines the framework for DPFML-assisted human-to-virtual twin connectivity, accompanied by a novel consensus algorithm known as the proof of model quality. Finally, it presents future research directions aimed at addressing communication challenges hindering the seamless design and development of HDT. By offering this comprehensive exploration, the book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to navigate the evolving landscape of HDT and its transformative potential in various domains.
Snow Cover Distribution and Dynamics: The Trans-Himalayan Region of Ladakh, India (Advances in Asian Human-Environmental Research)
by Stanzin PassangThis comprehensive book examines a high mountain snow-covered expanse, spanning an investigation period of almost two decades. Leveraging advanced remote sensing and innovative algorithms, it meticulously maps the temporal and spatial dimensions of the snow cover extent of Ladakh, India. Rigorous statistical analyses, terrain examinations, and a groundbreaking snowfall prediction model contribute to a nuanced understanding. Grounded in empirical data, the volume not only enriches the research framework but also serves as a guiding compass for sustainable development amid the challenges of global warming. Seamlessly blending scientific rigour with a passion for discovery, the book invites readers to immerse themselves in a captivating snow-clad terrain, unlocking the secrets of its unique environment. Snow Cover Distribution and Dynamics: The Trans-Himalayan Region of Ladakh, India is divided into five chapters. The book begins with an introduction and a comprehensive overview of the materials and methods used in the study. The focus is on the application of the MODIS NDSI snow mapping algorithm, validated using Landsat images. The research also involves the development of innovative algorithms for the removal of clouds from MODIS data and for forecasting snowfall. The study is further enriched by on-ground measurements and the deployment of terrestrial cameras across diverse topographies for data validation. Chapter 3 presents the results, including observed patterns and trends of the snow cover distribution, and the application of an ARIMA model for future snowfall predictions. The final two chapters discuss the findings in detail, draw conclusions, and provide a future outlook, thereby offering a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
Emotional and Ecological Literacy for a More Sustainable Society
by Margherita Paola Poto Giuliana Panieri Emily Margaret MurrayThis open access book aims to promote ecological and emotional research and education for sustainability by cultivating values and behaviours consistent with how nature makes us feel connected and nurtured. Built upon the intersection of ecological literacy and socio-emotional learning, grounded in sustainability and relational thinking, the research developed in the book covers a wide range of themes connected to the Agenda 2030.
Innovation in Language Learning and Teaching: The Case of Vietnam and Cambodia (New Language Learning and Teaching Environments)
by Hayo Reinders Linh Phung Vu Phi Ho PhamThis book investigates the ways in which new developments in areas of language teaching practice, such as policy-making, planning, methodology and the use of educational technology are locally adopted, adapted, initiated, and implemented in Vietnam and Cambodia. The region is responding to a large number of significant challenges, including large-scale education reforms, the effects of globalisation and the need for lifelong learning, as well as concerns about the quality of its language education system. By looking at the drivers, stakeholders, obstacles and affordances in one particular regional context, the authors examine how processes of change occur. This will help anyone involved in language development, from curriculum reform to materials development, and from programme evaluation to the setting of assessment standards. The book will be of particular interest to those involved in managing change in language education that attempts to mediate between global trends and local needs, as well as students and scholars working in language education, applied linguistics and related fields.
Moral und künstliche Intelligenz im Marketing (Beiträge zur empirischen Marketing- und Vertriebsforschung)
by Robin PadeKonsumentendaten lassen sich zunehmend effektiv mit künstlicher Intelligenz (KI) kombinieren, um die Online Journey kalkuliert zu beeinflussen. Dieses Buch befasst sich anhand dreier Forschungsarbeiten mit den Fragen wann Marketing-KI Konsumentenentscheidungen vielmehr manipuliert als bereichert und wie Marketing-KI infolgedessen moralischer gestaltet werden kann. Die erste Forschungsarbeit untersucht, inwieweit Manipulationswahrnehmungen vom Menschenbild des Konsumenten abhängen. Hierfür werden zwei Studien mit 1.151 Teilnehmern durchgeführt. Daran anknüpfend stellt sich die Frage, ob Manager Konsumentenbilder auf opportunistische Weise instrumentalisieren, um Marketingaktivitäten zu legitimieren. Die zweite Forschungsarbeit kombiniert daher Methoden der Ökonometrie und des Natural Language Processing, um Menschenbilder von Managern aus Textdaten (33.407 Earnings Call Transkripte) zu analysieren. Die dritte Forschungsarbeit möchte Marketing-KI moralischer gestalten. Hierfür werden neuronale Netze mithilfe psychografischer Daten von 762 Teilnehmern trainiert, um faire personalisierte Preise anzubieten und Reaktionen mittels Laborexperiment (203 Probanden) zu untersuchen.
Living with Late-Stage Dementia: Communication, Support, and Interaction
by Lars-Christer Hydén Anna Ekström Ali Reza MajlesiThis book investigates how people living with late-stage dementia can engage in communication and social interaction. Based on empirical research, it explores the remaining communicative resources of people living with cognitive impairment (e.g., intercorporeal interaction, bodily gestures, gaze), presenting the agency of the person with dementia as an integral part of their relations with others. The book provides a comprehensive theoretical framework for analyzing, describing, and understanding communication in late-stage dementia, and explores the use of video ethnography to record and analyze non-verbal, bodily interaction. The authors skilfully bring together findings from their examinations of everyday interactions involving individuals living with late-stage dementia in nursing facilities, introducing the readers to the innovative theoretical and methodological approaches that undergird the fine-grained analyses at the heart of the book. The rich and nuanced case studies collected encompass embodied directives, habitual actions and objects, physical settings, assisted eating, and much more. An invaluable resource for graduate students and researchers at all levels in the fields of psychology, psychotherapy, social work, nursing, gerontology, and related disciplines, this volume makes an unparalleled contribution to current dementia research across the social sciences.
Distributionally Robust Optimization and its Applications in Power System Energy Storage Sizing
by Wei Wei Rui XieThis book introduces the mathematical foundations of distributionally robust optimization (DRO) for decision-making problems with ambiguous uncertainties and applies them to tackle the critical challenge of energy storage sizing in renewable-integrated power systems, providing readers with an efficient and reliable approach to analyze and design real-world energy systems with uncertainties. Covering a diverse range of topics, this book starts by exploring the necessity for energy storage in evolving power systems and examining the benefits of employing distributionally robust optimization. Subsequently, the cutting-edge mathematical theory of distributionally robust optimization is presented, including both the general theory and moment-based, KL-divergence, and Wasserstein-metric distributionally robust optimization theories. The techniques are then applied to various practical energy storage sizing scenarios, such as stand-alone microgrids, large-scale renewable power plants, bulk power grids, and multi-carrier energy networks. This book offers clear explanations and accessible guidance to bridge the gap between advanced optimization methods and industrial applications. Its interdisciplinary scope makes the book appealing to researchers, graduate students, and industry professionals working in electrical engineering and operations research, catering to both beginners and experts.
Training Load in Professional Soccer: Guide to Monitoring Performance
by José M. Oliva Lozano Luca P. ArdigòThis concise yet comprehensive book bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering a sound understanding of training load and its impact on performance and injury prevention.In the opening part it equips the reader with a clear definition of training load as well as evidence-based methods and parameters for its monitoring, including advanced technologies like wearable sensors and tracking systems. It further explores the critical role of training load in preparing athletes for peak performance and managing the overall training process. Specifically tailored to football, the authors analyze the challenges of monitoring training load in team sports and highlight the importance of accurate management for optimal adaptation and fatigue reduction. They further analyze the relationship between training load and injury risk as well as the role of its monitoring in mitigating injury risks. Additional chapters delve into topics such as fatigue in soccer, return-to-play decision-making, manipulating training load within a seasonal schedule, and building a comprehensive monitoring system.With each chapter written by leading experts in the field, this book is a must-have resource for sport scientists, coaches and players seeking evidence-based strategies to optimize performance and minimize injuries in the dynamic world of soccer.
Racism and Antisemitism in Fascist Italy: The Politics, Ideology, and Imagery of ‘La Difesa della razza’ (Routledge Studies in the Modern History of Italy)
by Francesco CassataThe racism and antisemitism of Fascist Italy have often been described as ‘mild’, ‘cultural’, ‘spiritual’, and essentially non-violent, especially in comparison with the racial ideology of Nazi Germany. This book challenges this simplistic interpretation with a thorough analysis of the texts and images of the magazine La Difesa della razza (Defence of the race), the principal public voice of Fascist biological racism, which appeared fortnightly between 1938 and 1943 under the editorship of Telesio Interlandi, Mussolini’s ‘unofficial mouthpiece’, with governmental financial support.A negative icon of the propaganda of Fascist racism, La Difesa della razza first appeared in August 1938 shortly before the passing of Italy’s Racial Laws, but had a long gestation. It was the expression of a Fascist cultural milieu – journalists, writers, artists, and architects – headed by Interlandi, whose racism and antisemitism dated back to the end of the First World War.By placing the magazine’s emergence in this longer timescale, and exploring the interrelationships of political action, ideological discourse, and imagery, this book also demonstrates how the project of ‘anthropological revolution’ – building the New Man – was a central element of Italian Fascism, from the very beginning to the deportation of Italian Jews.This new English edition has been thoroughly revised and updated.
Structural Information and Communication Complexity: 31st International Colloquium, SIROCCO 2024, Vietri sul Mare, Italy, May 27–29, 2024, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #14662)
by Yuval EmekThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 31th International Colloquium on Structural Information and Communication Complexity, SIROCCO 2024, held in Haifa, Israel in May 2024. The 24 full papers and 6 short papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 49 submissions. SIROCCO is devoted to the study of the interplay between structural knowledge, communication, and computing in decentralized systems of multiple communicating entities. Special emphasis is given to innovative approaches leading to better understanding of the relationship between computing and communication.
Nonlinear Analysis, Geometry and Applications: Proceedings of the Third NLAGA-BIRS Symposium, AIMS-Mbour, Senegal, August 21–27, 2023 (Trends in Mathematics)
by Diaraf Seck Kinvi Kangni Philibert Nang Marie Salomon Sambou Mouhamed Moustapha FallThe NLAGA's Biennial International Research Symposium (NLAGA-BIRS) is intended to gather African expertises in Nonlinear Analysis, Geometry and their Applications with their international partners in a four days conference where new mathematical results are presented and discussed. This book features the best papers presented during this Biennial. The different topics addressed are related to Partial Differential Equations, Differential inclusions, Geometrical Analysis of Optimal Shapes, Complex Analysis, Geometric Structures, Algebraic Geometry, Algebraic, Optimization, Optimal Control and Mathematical modeling. The main focus of the NLAGA project is to deepen and consolidate the development in West and Center Africa of Nonlinear Analysis, Geometry and their Applications, aimed at solving in particular real-world problems such as coastal erosion, urban network, pollution problems, and population dynamics.
Driving Digital Transformation in Developing Nations: Case Studies
by Nagy K. HannaThis book provides detailed insight into what governments and institutions can do to drive digital transformation in a nation pursuing economic development. Drawing on real-world case studies and practical advice, the book breaks down digital transformation of public services, healthcare, and the move toward smart cities. Synthesizing publicly available information, the book captures how the World Bank transformed its response to the digital revolution in several nations. Nagy K. Hanna takes readers through the pioneering export strategy of software services in India’s and Sri Lanka’s first integrated digital transformation program. The resulting book is a guide for policymakers, development economists, and change-makers seeking new ways to harness the power of digital technologies to promote inclusive and sustainable development.
Telemedicine for Adolescent and Young Adult Health Care: A Case-based Guide
by Yolanda N. Evans Sarah A. Golub Gina M. SequeiraWhile there are general texts on telemedicine and guidelines on the use of telemedicine in pediatrics, there are no texts focused specifically on the provision of health care to adolescents and young adults using telemedicine. Adolescents and young adults have more unique health care needs than both adults and children, including the need to receive developmentally appropriate services and care that may be provided in settings outside of the standard clinical office (such as school-based care). In addition, in most US states, adolescents are capable of providing consent for some but not all medical care, highlighting the critical importance of providing services in a manner that adheres to regulations around consent and confidentiality. Telemedicine for Adolescent and Young Adult Health Care offers readers case-based content written by experts in the fields of adolescent medicine and telemedicine. There are a variety of chapters that include anemphasis on equity, diversity, and inclusion and will include local and federal rules, regulations, and considerations for ensuring privacy in the modern electronic health record. The first chapter offers a general overview and history of telemedicine. The next one focuses on telemedicine and epidemics. The chapters in the middle detail a variety of topics related to telemedicine such as confidentiality, equity, telemedicine and learners, school-based care, telemedicine in primary care and ambulatory consultative care. The book closes out by emphasizing additional populations such as youth involved in the juvenile carcel system, homeless/housing insecure, foster involved youth and youth with developmental delay. It is a valuable resource for adolescent medicine specialists, pediatricians, primary care physicians and any other professional who treats the adolescent population.