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Proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Trends in Computational and Cognitive Engineering: TCCE 2023, Volume 2 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1208)
by Kanad Ray Anirban Bandyopadhyay Mufti Mahmud M. Shamim Kaiser Raghvendra SinghThis book presents various computational and cognitive modeling approaches in the areas of health, education, finance, environment, engineering, commerce and industry. It is a collection of selected conference papers presented at the 5th International Conference on Trends in Cognitive Computation Engineering (TCCE 2023), organized by Pranveer Singh Institute of Technology, Kanpur Uttar Pradesh, India in collaboration with IIOIR, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India, during 24 – 25 November 2023. The book is divided into two volumes, and it shares cutting-edge insights and ideas from mathematicians, engineers, scientists, and researchers and discusses fresh perspectives on problem solving in a range of research areas.
Proceedings of the International Field Exploration and Development Conference 2024: Volume 9 (Springer Series in Geomechanics and Geoengineering)
by Jiaen LinThis book compiles selected papers from the 14th International Field Exploration and Development Conference (IFEDC 2024). The work focuses on topics including Reservoir Exploration, Reservoir Drilling & Completion, Field Geophysics, Well Logging, Petroliferous Basin Evaluation, Oil & Gas Accumulation, Fine Reservoir Description, Complex Reservoir Dynamics and Analysis, Low Permeability/Tight Oil & Gas Reservoirs, Shale Oil & Gas, Fracture-Vuggy Reservoirs, Enhanced Oil Recovery in Mature Oil Fields, Enhanced Oil Recovery for Heavy Oil Reservoirs, Big Data and Artificial Intelligence, Formation Mechanisms and Prediction of Deep Carbonate Reservoirs, and other Unconventional Resources. The conference serves as a platform not only for exchanging experiences but also for advancing scientific research in oil & gas exploration and production. The primary audience for this work includes reservoir engineers, geological engineers, senior engineers, enterprise managers, and students.
Handbuch Theorien der Soziologie
by Julian Müller Robert Seyfert Heike DelitzDas Handbuch folgt dem Ziel, möglichst diverse soziologische Theorieansätze zu versammeln und die Breite soziologischen Denkens sichtbar zu machen − zugleich geht es um eine Übersicht, eine Ordnung der Theorien. Der Anspruch liegt damit weniger auf enzyklopädischer Vollständigkeit aller Theorien, als auf der Vollständigkeit des Spektrums der soziologischen Denkweisen (ihrer Konzepte, Vokabulare, Methodologien und Forschungsprogramme, ihrer jeweiligen Aversionen gegenüber anderen Ansätzen).
Data Science in Air Quality Monitoring (Engineering Applications of Computational Methods #23)
by Hui Liu Yanfei Li Zhu DuanThis book presents a series of state-of-the-art methods for air quality monitoring in various engineering environment by using data science. In the book, the data-driven key techniques of the preprocessing, decomposition, identification, clustering, forecasting and interpolation of the air quality monitoring are explained in details with lots of experimental simulation. The book can provide important reference for the development of data science technologies in engineering air quality monitoring. The book can be used for students, engineers, scientists and managers in the fields of environmental engineering, atmospheric science, urban climate, civil engineering, traffic and vehicle engineering, etc.
Chaos and Its Applications: Lidars, Sensors, Secure Communication and Terahertz Noise Sources (Springer-TUP Physics Series)
by Yuncai WangThis book highlights the applications of optoelectronic chaotic signals in various fields, including lidars/radars, sensors, secure communication, and millimeter/terahertz noise generation. It covers the following topics: - In lidar/radar detection, the book discusses chaotic lidars, chaotic through-wall life detection radars, and chaotic ground penetrating radars. - Regarding optical fiber measurement and sensing, it provides a detailed examination of chaotic time-domain reflection measurement and chaotic distributed fiber sensing technologies. - In the realm of secure communication, the book reviews optical chaos synchronization, chaotic secure optical communication, physical random number generators, and secure key distribution based on chaotic synchronization. - For noise generation, it summarizes the millimeter/terahertz noise generation mechanism and noise source prototypes that utilize photo-mixing chaotic lights. This book is a valuable resource for professionals, educators, graduate students, and advanced undergraduates involved in fields such as radar detection, laser technology, fiber optic sensing, optical communication, and testing and measurement technology and instruments.
Taking Manhattan: The Extraordinary Events That Created New York and Shaped America
by Russell ShortoOne of Literary Hub's Most Anticipated Books of 2025 The author of The Island at the Center of the World offers up a thrilling narrative of how New York—that brash, bold, archetypal city—came to be. In 1664, England decided to invade the Dutch-controlled city of New Amsterdam on Manhattan Island. Charles II and his brother, the Duke of York, had dreams of empire, and their archrivals, the Dutch, were in the way. But Richard Nicolls, the military officer who led the English flotilla bent on destruction, changed his strategy once he encountered Peter Stuyvesant, New Netherland’s canny director general. Bristling with vibrant characters, Taking Manhattan reveals the founding of New York to be an invention, the result of creative negotiations that would blend the multiethnic, capitalistic society of New Amsterdam with the power of the rising English empire. But the birth of what might be termed the first modern city is also a story of the brutal dispossession of Native Americans and of the roots of American slavery. The book draws from newly translated materials and illuminates neglected histories—of religious refugees, Indigenous tribes, and free and enslaved Africans. Taking Manhattan tells the riveting story of the birth of New York City as a center of capitalism and pluralism, a foundation from which America would rise. It also shows how the paradox of New York’s origins—boundless opportunity coupled with subjugation and displacement—reflects America’s promise and failure to this day. Russell Shorto, whose work has been described as “astonishing” (New York Times) and “literary alchemy” (Chicago Tribune), has once again mined archival sources to offer a vibrant tale and a fresh and trenchant argument about American beginnings.
The Bitter Twins: British Fantasy Award Winner 2019 (The Winnowing Flame Trilogy #2)
by Jen Williams**Winner of the British Fantasy Award for Best Fantasy Novel** The electrifying second book in the award-winning Winnowing Flame trilogy - the sequel to The Ninth Rain. Epic fantasy for fans of Robin Hobb and Adrian Tchaikovsky.'An absolute joy to read... jam-packed with breath-taking inventiveness' James Oswald'Incredible heroines... incredible fantasy... Escapism at its finest' Stylist The Ninth Rain has fallen. The Jure'lia are awake. Nothing can be the same again.Tormalin the Oathless and the fell-witch Noon have their work cut out rallying the first war-beasts to be born in Ebora for three centuries. But these are not the great winged warriors of old. Hatched too soon and with no memory of their past incarnations, these onetime defenders of Sarn can barely stop bickering, let alone face an ancient enemy who grow stronger each day.The key to uniting them, according to the scholar Vintage, may lie in a part of Sarn no one really believes exists - a distant island, mysteriously connected to the fate of two legendary Eborans who disappeared long ago.But finding it will mean a perilous journey in a time of war, while new monsters lie in wait for those left behind.Join the heroes of THE NINTH RAIN as they battle a terrible evil, the likes of which Sarn has never known.What readers are saying about THE BITTER TWINS:'The sequel to the brilliant Ninth Rain kicks it up a notch with more action, scarier monsters and a more expansive story''Be ready for some great reveals and twists that may break your heart, but that will overall leave you fist pumping the air''The world building continues to blow my mind'
No Time Like The Past (Chronicles of St. Mary's #5)
by Jodi TaylorThe fifth book in the bestselling Chronicles of St Mary's series which follows a group of tea-soaked disaster magnets as they hurtle their way around History. If you love Jasper Fforde or Ben Aaronovitch, you won't be able to resist Jodi Taylor.A Fete Worse Than Death...The St Mary's Institute of Historical Research has finally recovered from its wounds and it's business as usual for those rascals in the History Department.From being trapped in the Great Fire of London to an unfortunately timed comfort break at Thermopylae, which leaves the fate of the western world hanging in the balance, Max must struggle to get History back on track.But first, they must get through the St Mary's Fete - which is sure to end badly for everyone.Only one thing is certain, life at St Mary's is never dull! Readers love Jodi Taylor: 'Once in a while, I discover an author who changes everything... Jodi Taylor and her protagonista Madeleine "Max" Maxwell have seduced me' 'A great mix of British proper-ness and humour with a large dollop of historical fun' 'Addictive. I wish St Mary's was real and I was a part of it' 'Jodi Taylor has an imagination that gets me completely hooked' 'A tour de force'
Dark Light: A twisting and captivating supernatural thriller (Elizabeth Cage, Book 2) (Elizabeth Cage #2)
by Jodi TaylorThe second novel in the gripping supernatural thriller series from international bestselling author Jodi Taylor.Betrayed, terrified and alone, Elizabeth Cage has fled her home. With no plan and no friends, she arrives at the picturesque village of Greyston and finds herself involved in an ages-old ceremony that will end in death.And that might be the least of her problems - the Sorensen Institute would very much like to know her whereabouts. And Michael Jones is still out there, somewhere, she hopes. No matter how far and how fast she can run, trouble will always find Elizabeth Cage. Readers love Jodi Taylor: 'Jodi Taylor does brilliant, strong female heroes, and Elizabeth follows on from Max in the St Mary's series''I look forward to another adventure with this quirky and perfectly matched pair''Hold on to your seat and close your eyes if you dare!''Gripping and full of curious plot turns''An on-the-edge-of-your-seat thriller where no assumptions can be made'
The Trader's Wife (The Traders)
by Anna JacobsSingapore in the 1860s is exotic and yet terrifying for Isabella Saunders, a penniless Englishwoman, alone and vulnerable after her mother's death. Too pretty to obtain a governess's job, she accepts an offer from Mr Lee, a Singapore merchant, to teach him English and live with his family.Two years later Bram Deagan arrives in the country, determined to make his fortune as a trader. Mr Lee sees a way to expand his business connections and persuades Isabella to marry Bram, and she bravely sets sail for a new land and life. But the past casts a long shadow and together they face unexpected dangers. Will they ever be able to achieve their dreams - and find happiness together along the way?*******************What readers are saying about THE TRADER'S WIFE'This is women's fiction at its very best' - 5 stars'I loved this book' - 5 stars'Fantastic, couldn't put it down' - 5 stars'I love Anna Jacobs books and never want them to end' - 5 stars'Like all her books, excellent' - 5 stars
Renewable Power System Optimization (Smart Energy Systems)
by Yuanzheng Li Jiajia ChenThis book investigates in detail renewable power system optimization (RPSO) technology, exploring its potential us to accommodate intermittent, random, and fluctuating renewable energy from the aspects of power supply side, power grid side, demand side and energy storage. RPSO delves into the interdisciplinary field of sustainable energy systems, offering a comprehensive exploration of methodologies and strategies to maximize the efficiency, reliability, and resilience of renewable power systems. Studies on RPSO have attracted engineers and scientists from various disciplines, such as electrical, computer, transportation, control and management science. The book integrates theoretical frameworks, computational techniques, and practical case studies, which caters to a diverse readers including researchers, engineers, policymakers, and graduate students specializing in renewable energy, electrical engineering, environmental science, and related disciplines. It is particularly beneficial for those seeking to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and resilience of renewable power systems in the face of evolving energy transition challenges.
Law and CSR in COVID and Post-COVID Times: Comparative Perspectives from the Asia-Pacific Region
by Akanksha JumdeThis book presents a comprehensive examination of the impact of COVID and post-COVID times on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) compliance and related legal frameworks in the Asia-Pacific region. The book utilizes various research methodologies to analyze corporates' responses to legislative and regulatory frameworks on CSR during the COVID pandemic. Focusing primarily on countries including China, India, Indonesia, and Australia, the book delves into the contrasting approaches taken by these nations in enforcing and regulating CSR. While some countries adopt hard law measures to ensure socially responsible behaviors, others rely on normative approaches such as the ASX Listing Rules. Through a combination of comparative doctrinal analysis and empirical socio-legal-based research methods, the book assesses the state of CSR compliance in selected countries. By analyzing companies' CSR disclosures and conducting interviews with stakeholders, the study identifies gaps in the existing legal literature. The book fills these gaps by offering practical recommendations to enhance policy development and strengthen the legal frameworks. It emphasizes the importance of corporate culture in influencing CSR-related activities. In conclusion, this book provides valuable insights into how companies can better comply with CSR regulations and improve their societal impact.
Computational Science – ICCS 2025 Workshops: 25th International Conference, Singapore, Singapore, July 7–9, 2025, Proceedings, Part IV (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #15910)
by Yongjie Jessica Zhang Maciej Paszynski Amanda S. BarnardThe 6-volume set constitutes the worshop proceedings of the 25th International Conference on Computational Science, ICCS 2025, which took place in Singapore, Singapore, during July 7–9, 2025. The 137 full papers and 32 short papers presented in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 322 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: Volume I: Advances in high-performance computational earth sciences: numerical methods, frameworks & applications; artificial intelligence approaches for network analysis; artificial intelligence and high-performance computing for advanced simulations; and biomedical and bioinformatics challenges for computer science. Volume II: Computational health; computational modeling and artificial intelligence for social systems; and computational optimization, modelling and simulation. Volume III: Computational science and AI for addressing complex and dynamic societal challenges equitably; computer graphics, image processing and artificial intelligence; computing and data science for materials discovery and design; and large language models and intelligent decision-making within the digital economy. Volume IV: Machine learning and data assimilation for dynamical systems; and multi-criteria decision-making: methods, applications, and innovations. Volume V: (Credible) Multiscale modelling and simulation; numerical algorithms and computer arithmetic for computational science; quantum computing; retrieval-augmented generation; and simulations of flow and transport: modeling, algorithms and computation. Volume VI: Smart systems: bringing together computer vision, sensor networks and artificial intelligence; solving problems with uncertainty; and teaching computational science.
Die Akte/n (AdminiStudies. Formen und Medien der Verwaltung #4)
by Felix Lindner Julia SteinmetzWas in der Welt gelten oder als Tatbestand verbürgt sein soll, muss aktenkundig sein, denn die Behörden der ›verwalteten Welt‹ entscheiden über unsere Wirklichkeit, Identität und Handlungsmacht im ›Medium‹ der Akten. Diese stiften also zuletzt Zusammenhänge zwischen Amt und Welt, zunächst aber zwischen unterschiedlichsten Schriftstücken – egal, ob in Gestalt von Kästchen und Kisten, von Bündeln, Kladden oder Ordnern, zunehmend in Form von verschalteten Datensätzen und elektronischen Verweissystemen. Akten lassen sich deshalb als Medien verstehen, die unterschiedliche Formen der Inskription miteinander verbinden. Acta sind Arbeitsmittel, Handlungen und zugleich Medien der (Auto-)Protokollierung eines administrativen Vorgangs, in welcher Doppelfunktion sie die Rechenschaftspflicht der Verwaltungen ebenso zu erfüllen helfen, wie sie eine historiographische Dokumentation ihres Tuns ermöglichen. Als Aufschreibesystem mit spezifischem Prozesscharakter, das unablässige Rekursion mit weitreichenden Handlungsketten verbindet, waren Akten seit ihrem Aufkommen in der Frühneuzeit eine medientechnische Innovation – und sind es noch heute, im Zeitalter ihrer ›Digitalisierung‹. Dabei sind diese keineswegs nur Sache der Verwaltung: Die Geschichten der Akte/n in diesem (Open Access-)Band der AdminiStudies handeln auch von einer Mediengeschichte der Migration der ›Aktenmäßigkeit‹ in pädagogische oder medizinische, politische, militärische oder wirtschaftliche Organisationen sowie technische Bereiche und künstlerisch-literarische Domänen.
HCI International 2025 Posters: 27th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2025, Gothenburg, Sweden, June 22–27, 2025, Proceedings, Part I (Communications in Computer and Information Science #2522)
by Gavriel Salvendy Margherita Antona Constantine Stephanidis Stavroula NtoaThe eight-volume set, CCIS 2522-2529, constitutes the extended abstracts of the posters presented during the 27th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2025, held in Gothenburg, Sweden, during June 22–27, 2025. The total of 1430 papers and 355 posters included in the HCII 2025 proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 7972 submissions. The papers presented in these eight volumes are organized in the following topical sections: Part I: Virtual, Tangible and Intangible Interaction; HCI for Health. Part II: Perception, Cognition and Interaction; Communication, Information, Misinformation and Online Behavior; Designing and Understanding Learning and Teaching experiences. Part III: Design for All and Universal Access; Data, Knowledge, Collaboration, Research and Technological Innovation. Part IV: Human-Centered Security and Privacy; Older Adults and Technology; Interacting and driving. Part V: Interactive Technologies for wellbeing; Game Design; Child-Computer Interaction. Part VI: Designing and Understanding XR Cultural Experiences; Designing Sustainable (Smart) Human Environments. Part VII: Design, Creativity and AI; eCommerce, Fintech and Customer Behavior. Part VIII: Interacting with Digital Culture; Interacting with GenAI and LLMs.
A DLT Solution for Efficient Large-Scale Pension Administration (BestMasters)
by Nick King Berin TerzicThis work explores solutions for efficient large-scale pension administration, examining historical and current roles of pensions and their interaction with society amid a 21st-century crisis driven by demographic change and technological stagnation. Pensioners, governments, regulators, and administrators face growing challenges that risk deepening societal imbalances. Through field research, single-/multi-country case studies, a practical example and expert insights, this work makes a compelling case for distributed ledger technology (DLT) as a scalable, efficient solution. It contrasts DLT with alternatives like cloud technology and draws on Socio-Technical and Structuration Theory to reveal broader societal and structural benefits. While promising, DLT's adoption is tempered by regulatory hurdles, its experimental nature, and institutional conservatism.
Therapeutic Prison Art Interventions: Empirical Perspectives (SpringerBriefs in Criminology)
by Sarah Tucker Johannes M. LuetzThis book is an Open Access book. This book discusses engaging prisoners in therapeutic art. It has been prepared for an academic and professional readership and has policy implications for prison governance worldwide. Following years of piloting research, the book presents a prototype for sensitively attuned art therapy delivery that promises new pathways for prisoner rehabilitation. The book is grounded in empirical inquiry, rests on a unique triangulated methodology, and presents results that are informed by the experience of acquiring artistry in incarceration. It also features data from a public art exhibition showcasing prisoner art generated &‘on the inside&’. Offering recommendations for research, policy and practice, this book will be a welcome resource for researchers, art therapists, chaplaincy and parole services, criminologists, and policymakers, among others.
Exploring Animal Behavior Through Sound: Applications
by Jeanette A. Thomas Christine ErbeThis open-access book offers a profound exploration of the acoustic world of animals. Organized into nine chapters by taxonomy—invertebrates, insects, amphibians, reptiles, fishes, birds, and mammals (subterranean, terrestrial, and marine)—it delves into sound production, sound reception, sound function, and the impacts of noise on these creatures. As the second volume of Exploring Animal Behavior Through Sound, it builds upon the bioacoustic concepts and methodologies established in the first volume. By attuning ourselves to the sounds of nature, we can gain valuable insights into animal behavior, distribution, and demographics, as well as their habitat characteristics and needs, and the effects of noise on their behavior. This book will serve as a valuable resource for students and researchers in animal ecology seeking to incorporate acoustics into their research toolkit, as well as for environmental managers in industry and government.
Computational Science – ICCS 2025 Workshops: 25th International Conference, Singapore, Singapore, July 7–9, 2025, Proceedings, Part VI (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #15912)
by Yongjie Jessica Zhang Maciej Paszynski Amanda S. BarnardThe 6-volume set constitutes the workshop proceedings of the 25th International Conference on Computational Science, ICCS 2025, which took place in Singapore, Singapore, during July 7–9, 2025. The 137 full papers and 32 short papers presented in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 322 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: Volume I: Advances in high-performance computational earth sciences: numerical methods, frameworks & applications; artificial intelligence approaches for network analysis; artificial intelligence and high-performance computing for advanced simulations; and biomedical and bioinformatics challenges for computer science. Volume II: Computational health; computational modeling and artificial intelligence for social systems; and computational optimization, modelling and simulation. Volume III: Computational science and AI for addressing complex and dynamic societal challenges equitably; computer graphics, image processing and artificial intelligence; computing and data science for materials discovery and design; and large language models and intelligent decision-making within the digital economy. Volume IV: Machine learning and data assimilation for dynamical systems; and multi-criteria decision-making: methods, applications, and innovations. Volume V: (Credible) Multiscale modelling and simulation; numerical algorithms and computer arithmetic for computational science; quantum computing; retrieval-augmented generation; and simulations of flow and transport: modeling, algorithms and computation. Volume VI: Smart systems: bringing together computer vision, sensor networks and artificial intelligence; solving problems with uncertainty; and teaching computational science.
Ernährung für Gesundes Haar: Leitfaden zum Verständnis und zur korrekten Praxis
by Ralph M. TrüebDie Quantität und Qualität des Haares stehen in engem Zusammenhang mit dem Ernährungszustand eines Menschen. Und doch gibt es kaum einen anderen Bereich, der mit so vielen Vorurteilen, falschen Vorstellungen und Diskussionen behaftet ist wie Ernährung und Gesundheit, ganz zu schweigen von der Haargesundheit. Die Gänge der Apotheken und Internet-Drogerien sind voll von Nahrungsergänzungsmitteln, die volles, dickes, üppiges Haar zu Preisen versprechen, die von verdächtig billig bis entmutigend überhöht reichen. Da ein erhebliches kommerzielles Interesse am Nährwert verschiedener Nahrungsergänzungsmittel besteht, stellt sich die zentrale Frage, ob eine Erhöhung des Nährstoffgehalts einer bereits ausreichenden Ernährung das Haarwachstum und die Haarqualität weiter fördern kann. Ziel dieses Buches ist es, Fakten von Fiktion zu unterscheiden und eine solide wissenschaftliche Grundlage für ernährungsbasierte Strategien für gesundes Haar zu schaffen, wobei gleichzeitig die Probleme und Grenzen unseres derzeitigen Verständnisses und unserer Praxis anerkannt werden.
Erfolgsmodell duales Studium Sozialer Arbeit?: Professionalisierung und Persönlichkeitsentwicklung durch förderliche Lehr-Lern-Settings (Edition Centaurus - Perspektiven Sozialer Arbeit in Theorie und Praxis)
by Simone Hess René Gründer Sebastian Rahn Erika Alleweldt Michel BoßeIn dualen Studiengängen Sozialer Arbeit und Sozialpädagogik wird eine enge Verzahnung von Theorie und Praxis angestrebt. Daher hat das duale Studium Sozialer Arbeit in den vergangenen Jahren an Attraktivität gewonnen. Das Buch dokumentiert Ansätze zur Bewältigung der konzeptionellen, didaktischen und organisationellen Herausforderungen dualer Studiengänge aus Sicht von Lehrenden und Studierenden an privaten und staatlichen Hochschulen. Insbesondere die Gestaltung von Anleitungsprozessen in Praxiskontext und Hochschule, die Persönlichkeitsentwicklung und Studierbarkeit dualer Studiengänge, Lehr- und Lernformen im Kontext von Theorie-Praxis-Verzahnung sowie bildungswissenschaftliche Studien zur Qualität dualer Studienangebote stehen dabei im Fokus.
Analytical Methods in Physics
by Luiza AnghelutaThis textbook is based on lectures for a third-year course on mathematical methods in physics taught in the Department of Physics at the University of Oslo. This textbook contains 26 lectures organized into five topics: i) Complex Analysis, ii) Variational Calculus, iii) Ordinary Differential Equations, iv) Integral Transformations, and v) Partial Differential Equations. For each topic, basic fundamental theorems and mathematical techniques are introduced and applied to solving problems. This resource is intended as concise and well-structured, making it suitable for a one-semester course. It is aimed at second- or third-year undergraduate students with background in mathematics and physical science.
Metaverse and Sustainability: Business Resilience Towards Sustainable Development Goals (World Sustainability Series)
by Walter Leal Filho Sandeep Kautish Vijay Prakash GuptaIn an era defined by rapid technological advancement and growing concerns over environmental sustainability, the intersection of the Metaverse and sustainable development presents both remarkable opportunities and formidable challenges. This book, "Metaverse and Sustainability: Business Resilience towards the Sustainable Development Goals", aims to explore this dynamic relationship and provide readers with insights into how businesses can leverage the Metaverse to not only thrive but also contribute positively towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As the concept of the Metaverse evolves, it offers a digital realm where immersive experiences can reshape our interactions, economies, and even our perceptions of sustainability. It opens the door for innovative solutions that can transform traditional business models, making them more efficient, inclusive, and environmentally friendly. By harnessing the potential of virtual environments, organisations can engage stakeholders, reduce their carbon footprint, and promote sustainable practices in unprecedented ways. This book is structured to guide readers through the fundamental concepts of the Metaverse, its implications for various industries, and strategies that businesses can adopt to build resilience in face of sustainability challenges. Each chapter combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, case studies, and insights from industry leaders who are already paving the way towards a more sustainable future. As the world embarks on this journey through the synergy of the Metaverse and sustainability, this book show emerging technologies can serve as catalysts for positive change.
Child-Centred Music Therapy: Integrating Best Interest of the child into Theory, Research, and Practice
by Kathleen M. Murphy Viggo KrügerThis open access book draws on recent developments in children&’s rights, particularly concerning the child&’s right to participation, provision and protection. Since 1989, the UNCRC has become a catalogue of rights that expresses legal norms used by all countries in the world. The UNCRC can be considered a toolkit that expresses a normative order, that is, a human rights standard for how to legitimately protect children, and to facilitate processes of participation. For many children and adolescents&’ music is a significant source for gaining health and social/cultural participation. Music then, has the potential for realizing values inherent in the UNCRC. The main aim of this book is to utilize The United Nations Conventions on the Rights (UNCRC) as a tool to give an overview of relevant themes, and to critically explore what implications the convention has for the profession of music therapy, and more specifically, music therapy for children and adolescents.
Advanced Information Networking and Applications: Proceedings of the 39th International Conference on Advanced Information Networking and Applications (AINA-2025), Volume 4 (Lecture Notes on Data Engineering and Communications Technologies #248)
by Leonard BarolliNetworks of today are going through a rapid evolution and there are many emerging areas of information networking and their applications. Heterogeneous networking supported by recent technological advances in low power wireless communications along with silicon integration of various functionalities such as sensing, communications, intelligence and actuations are emerging as a critically important disruptive computer class based on a new platform, networking structure and interface that enable novel, low-cost and high-volume applications. Several of such applications have been difficult to realize because of many interconnection problems. To fulfill their large range of applications different kinds of networks need to collaborate and wired and next generation wireless systems should be integrated in order to develop high performance computing solutions to problems arising from the complexities of these networks. This volume covers the theory, design and applications of computer networks, distributed computing and information systems. The aim of the volume &“Advanced Information Networking and Applications&” is to provide latest research findings, innovative research results, methods and development techniques from both theoretical and practical perspectives related to the emerging areas of information networking and applications.