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China, Brazil and Petroleum: The Role of China in Brazil’s Transformation into an Oil Power
by Pedro Henrique BarbosaThis book explores how China-Brazil relations have been impacted by the oil-related bilateral trade, investments, infrastructure projects and financing – an increasingly consequential aspect of Sino-Brazilian relations, which sheds light on China's energy security concerns and its relationship with oil-rich countries more generally. This book depicts in detail how China’s quest for petroleum has been helping Brazil become an oil power. Written by a Brazilian career diplomat that completed a PhD in Mandarin on the topic of this publication and whose insights into Chinese economics, politics and energy policies are deep, this book will interest scholars, diplomats, economists and professionals in the oil sector.
History of Cryptography and Cryptanalysis: Codes, Ciphers, and Their Algorithms (History of Computing)
by John F. DooleyThis textbook presents a fascinating review of cryptography and cryptanalysis, from the earliest known cryptographic systems of 2,500 years ago up to modern computer-based systems. The text relates the earliest use of the monoalphabetic cipher in the ancient world, the development of the “unbreakable” Vigenère cipher, and an account of how cryptology entered the arsenal of military intelligence during the American Revolutionary War. Moving on to the American Civil War, the book explains the solution of the Vigenère ciphers used by the Confederates and the use of telegraph codes, before investigating the development of cipher machines throughout World War I and II, including development of the first digital computer, Colossus. The exposition then explores cryptology in the computer age, from public-key cryptography and web security to criminal cyber-attacks and cyber-warfare. The role of cryptography in the Internet of Things is also discussed, along with the potential impact of quantum computing. Topics and features: Presents a history of cryptology from ancient Rome to the present day, with a focus on cryptology in the 20th and 21st centuries Provides engaging examples illustrating use of cryptographic algorithms in different historical periods Reviews algorithms and devices used to create secret messages, and the various methods for breaking such messages Describes notable contributions to cryptology by Herbert Yardley, William and Elizebeth Smith Friedman, Lester Hill, Agnes Meyer Driscoll, and Claude Shannon Examines unsolved mysteries in cryptology, such as the Voynich Manuscript, the Beale Ciphers, the Kryptos sculpture, and the Zodiac killer ciphers This engaging work is ideal as both a primary text for courses on the history of cryptology, and as a supplementary text for advanced undergraduate courses on cryptology and computer security. No prior background in mathematics is assumed, beyond what would be encountered in an introductory course on discrete mathematics.
Big Data Infrastructure Technologies for Data Analytics: Scaling Data Science Applications for Continuous Growth
by Yuri Demchenko Juan J. Cuadrado-Gallego Oleg Chertov Marharyta AleksandrovaThis book provides a comprehensive overview and introduction to Big Data Infrastructure technologies, existing cloud-based platforms, and tools for Big Data processing and data analytics, combining both a conceptual approach in architecture design and a practical approach in technology selection and project implementation. Readers will learn the core functionality of major Big Data Infrastructure components and how they integrate to form a coherent solution with business benefits. Specific attention will be given to understanding and using the major Big Data platform Apache Hadoop ecosystem, its main functional components MapReduce, HBase, Hive, Pig, Spark and streaming analytics. The book includes topics related to enterprise and research data management and governance and explains modern approaches to cloud and Big Data security and compliance. The book covers two knowledge areas defined in the EDISON Data Science Framework (EDSF): Data Science Engineering and Data Management and Governance and can be used as a textbook for university courses or provide a basis for practitioners for further self-study and practical use of Big Data technologies and competent evaluation and implementation of practical projects in their organizations.
Inequality in the Digital Economy: The Case for a Universal Basic Income (Palgrave Studies in Digital Inequalities)
by Andrew WhiteThis book will make the case for the introduction of a universal basic income (UBI). The structural logic of the digital economy as presently constituted widens inequality and, through its use of automation for increasingly complex, as well as mundane, tasks, threatens jobs. The book will investigate the extent of this disruption to traditional labour markets and of individual livelihoods, and argue that alternative means of supporting people financially, like UBI, can mitigate the digital economy’s most baleful impacts. The book will also highlight the positive social and environmental benefits that would accrue from the introduction of UBI, as unconditional financial support would reduce workers’ anxiety in insecure labour markets, and the expending of valuable resources would be lessened if energy consumption was determined by society’s needs rather than by the requirements of labour markets tasked primarily with maximising employment. An explanation as to why arguments against its introduction on the grounds of cost and its supposed encouraging of idleness, are, while superficially compelling, ultimately without foundation, will form the centrepiece of the concluding political argument for UBI.
Leveraging Applications of Formal Methods, Verification and Validation. Application Areas: 12th International Symposium, ISoLA 2024, Crete, Greece, October 27–31, 2024, Proceedings, Part V (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #15223)
by Tiziana Margaria Bernhard SteffenThe ISoLA 2024 proceedings constitutes contributions of the associated events held at the 12th International Symposium on Leveraging Applications of Formal Methods, ISoLA 2024, which took place in Crete, Greece, in October 2024. ISoLA 2024 provides a forum for developers, users, and researchers to discuss issues related to the adoption and use of rigorous tools and methods for the specification, analysis, verification, certification, construction, test, and maintenance of systems from the point of view of their different application domains.
Mechanical Ventilation in Critical Care Transport
by Susan R. Wilcox Jason Cohen Michael FrakesThis book focuses on managing mechanical ventilation and its impact on physiology, primarily in the transport environment. Mechanical ventilation is one of the most common procedures in all critical care, including critical care transport. Yet the management of ventilation poses significant risks to the patient. In the transport environment, understanding the nuances of mechanical ventilation and its impact on physiology is extremely important. Respiratory therapists and critical care physicians are essential critical care team members, but they may not be available in austere or remote locations, and consultation may not always be practical. More than ever, transport clinicians are responsible for managing ventilators according to evidence-based principles. The objectives of this text are to: Familiarize transport clinicians with common terms in mechanical ventilation, Review key principles of pulmonary physiology relevant to both mechanical ventilation and specific to transport, Understand the interpretation of blood gases as related to the management of the ventilated patient, Discuss the basic principles of selecting ventilator settings, Develop strategies for caring for ventilated patients with ARDS, asthma, COPD, trauma, and neurologic injury, Provide information specific to caring for ventilated neonates and pediatric patients, Assess and respond to emergencies during mechanical ventilation. The book closes with a chapter of case studies, which are used to review the principles taught throughout the rest of the text, and a conclusion that neatly sums up the essential points of the book. Chapters are enhanced with diagrams, tables, illustrations, and photographs. All transport clinicians, including experienced nurses, paramedics, emergency medicine residents, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and EMS fellows will find this book to be of great use. Additionally, clinicians who provide emergency care for ventilated patients outside the critical care transport setting, including paramedics, emergency nurses, emergency physicians, and hospitalists will find this text valuable.
Psychology of Crises in Sport: Causes, Consequences and Solutions
by Bernd Strauss Stephanie Buenemann Charlotte Behlau Maike Tietjens Katherine A. TamminenThe book includes ideas and concepts from psychology in general, particularly sport psychology, and communication sciences, as well as applied sport psychology and case studies. In each chapter, the reader will first learn the theoretical and empirical background of concepts related to crises, and second, they will be introduced to how to apply this knowledge and methods to prevent and cope with crises. Throughout the book, well-known examples and case studies are addressed to gain a full understanding of crises.
Computer Vision – ECCV 2024: 18th European Conference, Milan, Italy, September 29–October 4, 2024, Proceedings, Part XXV (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #15083)
by Aleš Leonardis Elisa Ricci Stefan Roth Olga Russakovsky Torsten Sattler Gül VarolThe multi-volume set of LNCS books with volume numbers 15059 up to 15147 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th European Conference on Computer Vision, ECCV 2024, held in Milan, Italy, during September 29–October 4, 2024. The 2387 papers presented in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from a total of 8585 submissions. They deal with topics such as computer vision; machine learning; deep neural networks; reinforcement learning; object recognition; image classification; image processing; object detection; semantic segmentation; human pose estimation; 3d reconstruction; stereo vision; computational photography; neural networks; image coding; image reconstruction; object recognition; motion estimation.
Feminist Foreign Policy Analysis: A New Subfield
by Fiona Robinson Ekatherina Zhukova Daniela Philipson Garcia Victoria Scheyer Karen E. Smith Klaus Brummer Columba Achilleos-Sarll Jennifer Thomson Khushi Singh Rathore Annika Bergman Rosamond Katherine A.M. Wright Elsa Hedling Roberta Guerrina Rebecca Tiessen Katarzyna Jezierska Ann Towns Farkhondeh Akbari Claire Duncanson Carol CohnHow can feminist scholarship advance the field of foreign policy analysis to better understand contemporary foreign policy actions and challenges? This groundbreaking book provides the state-of-the-art in the study of gender, feminisms and foreign policy. Bringing together contributors from around the world, chapters offer new analyses of foreign policy topics, including diplomacy, trade, defence, environment, peacebuilding, disinformation and development assistance. The book advances new theories, concepts and empirical knowledge for the emerging field of feminist foreign policy analysis. The book stands as a vital resource for scholars, students and practitioners seeking to understand and respond to the multifaceted gendered dynamics of global politics.
Science Societies: Resources for Life in a Technoscientific World
by Sarah R. DaviesWhat role do science and technology play in society? What is the nature of expert knowledge? What is science’s relation to democracy? This introduction to science, technology, and society answers these questions, and more, by exploring contemporary research on topics such as expertise, activism, science policy, and innovation. It offers a comprehensive resource for considering the place that science and technology have in contemporary societies, and the roles that they can and should play. Accessible to a non-specialist audience, it draws on a rich range of cases and examples, from nuclear activism in India to content moderation in Kenya. Framing science as always social, and society as always shaped by science and technology, it asks: what worlds do we want science and technology to bring into being?
What Is Counterterrorism For? (What Is It For?)
by Leonie JacksonTerrorism will always be frontpage news – counterterrorism is often discussed as an afterthought, yet it is vitally important to understand what is done in the name of our safety. Since 9/11, there has been a huge ramping up of the state’s special powers in the name of security, such as indefinite detention, the assassination of suspected terrorists, the use of extraordinary rendition, torture, and changes to due process. However, these powers are often shadowy, they are rarely rolled back, and they can be counterproductive. This book focuses on understanding the costs of counterterrorism and asking how they can be reduced; global in scope, it looks not just at Western liberal democracies, but at numerous examples from across the world.
Ricardo’s Dream: How Economists Forgot the Real World and Led Us Astray
by Nat DyerFrom the workings of financial markets to our response to the ecological crisis, economic theory shapes the world. But where do these ideas come from? Ricardo’s Dream tells the fascinating story of David Ricardo, Adam Smith’s only real rival as the ‘founder of economics’. The wealthiest stock trader of his day, Ricardo introduced the study of abstract models to economics. He also developed the theory of trade that underpinned globalization and hides, behind its mathematical facade, a history of power, empire, and slavery. Brimming with fresh ideas and stories, Ricardo’s Dream shows how too many economists, from Ricardo’s day to our own, have turned away from observing the real world and led us astray.
What Are Zoos For? (What Is It For?)
by Heather Browning Walter VeitAre zoos an anachronism in the 21st century when we can watch animals in their natural habitat, close-up from our couches without worrying about cruelty? Should they go the way of other bygone era ‘spectacles’ and ‘attractions’ that we now regard as barbaric? There are vocal campaigners and activists who believe so. Heather Browning and Walter Veit disagree, but they acknowledge there is a case to be answered. In What are Zoos for? they test the common justifications for zoos (entertainment, education, research, conservation) against the evidence and suggest what the best zoos of the future should look like to ensure that they are primarily for animals and not just for people.
Vows of Revenge
by Julia JamesVows of Revenge is a Cinderella, opposites attract, Greek billionaire revenge romance by USA TODAY bestselling author Julia James. The Greek wants revenge… But at what cost? Shy archaeologist Kassia Andrakis is used to a quiet life in the shadows. Attracting the attention of billionaire Damos Kallinikos feels almost too good to be true! Stepping into his world is a heady experience, and the ever-growing hunger in his eyes gives Kassia a newfound confidence. Damos had one goal when he decided to seduce Kassia—to thwart her ruthless father, a longtime business rival. But realizing his callously feigned attraction has led to a dangerously real connection, Damos must decide what&’s most important: payback or passion…From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.
Neurosurgeon's IVF Mix-Up Miracle (Christmas North and South #4)
by Annie ClaydonWhen a neurosurgeon&’s anonymous IVF donor turns out to be her colleague, the two expecting parents find themselves forging an unexpected connection in this final installment of the Christmas North and South miniseries. THE SHOCK OF THE SEASON! Widowed neurosurgeon Poppy always longed to be a mother. Now, thanks to IVF, she&’s a Christmas due date away from welcoming her tiny miracle. The only problem: a fertility clinic mix-up reveals Poppy&’s &“anonymous&” donor is actually Dylan, fellow neurosurgeon—and notorious playboy! Dylan&’s determined to be involved with his baby. Having an absent father has given him a terrifying urge to be a good dad. Being in a romantic relationship, however, is completely off-limits. Until an unexpected and intoxicating connection with Poppy flares to life…From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine. Christmas North and South Book 1: Festive Fling with the Surgeon by Karin BaineBook 2: A Mistletoe Marriage Reunion by Louisa HeatonBook 3: Melting Dr. Grumpy's Frozen Heart by Scarlet WilsonBook 4: Neurosurgeon's IVF Mix-Up Miracle by Annie Claydon
Resisting the Bossy Billionaire
by Michelle SmartA forced proximity, annoyance-to-lovers, billionaire boss, there was only one bed… romance by Michelle Smart. Snowed in with her boss… and their forbidden desire! Executive assistant Victoria Cusack is done with demanding billionaire Marcello Guardiola. After a predawn summons to his Manhattan apartment, she quits—only to get trapped by a snowstorm! But stranded with the man who&’s no longer her boss, it&’s easy to forget he was once off-limits… Marcello has always prioritized his career—especially since a devastating loss—and he demands the same of Victoria. Unaccustomed to hearing "no," he vows to charm her back to work. But their scorching chemistry leads to a very different kind of snowbound seduction…From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.
Greek’s Shotgun Wedding (The Diamandis Heirs #1)
by Lynne GrahamGreek’s Shotgun Wedding is a one-night pregnancy, marriage of convenience, Greek billionaire romance by USA TODAY bestselling author Lynne Graham. Marry him? Her pregnancy dilemma! Beautiful women usually fall at Greek billionaire Jace Diamandis&’s feet. But diamonds and champagne fail to impress veterinary surgeon Gigi Campbell. So Jace&’s legendary Diamandis charm works overtime to persuade Gigi into one unforgettable date aboard his luxury yacht. Sensible Gigi warily disregards Jace&’s playboy reputation, until she discovers how susceptible she is to his potent alpha magnetism. Now she faces the repercussions of surrendering to risky temptation. She&’s expecting—and powerless to resist as Jace ruthlessly brokers a deal—to claim Gigi as his pregnant bride!From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.Read all The Diamandis Heirs books: Book 1: Greek’s Shotgun WeddingBook 2: Greek's One-Night Babies
Family of Three Under the Tree (Wyckford General Hospital #4)
by Traci DouglassCan two research partners heal from their past hurts and find a family in time for Christmas? Find out in the final installment of the Wyckford General Hospital series by Traci Douglass. AN UNEXPECTED GIFT IN THEIR STOCKING Radiologist Riley isn&’t interested in romance. After an accident left her in a wheelchair, she&’ll prove she doesn&’t need anyone&’s help—especially neurosurgeon Sam&’s. But despite his being infuriatingly gorgeous, she can&’t knock her new research partner&’s commitment to their study. Single dad Sam&’s still fighting his grief and is hell-bent on curing the disease that stole his wife. Yet he can&’t stop thinking about Riley…or the way his little girl lights up around her. With their undeniable attraction growing, could a family of three top their Christmas lists?From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine. Wyckford General Hospital Book 1: Single Dad's Unexpected ReunionBook 2: An ER Nurse to Redeem HimBook 3: Her Forbidden FirefighterBook 4: Family of Three Under the Tree
Nurse's New Year with the Billionaire
by Karin BaineA nurse&’s fresh start takes an unexpected turn when she&’s swept into a fling with a billionaire doctor who just so happens to be her new patient&’s grandson. Read more in Karin Baine&’s latest Harlequin Medical Romance! AN EXPLOSIVE ENCOUNTER! Nurse Jo is facing the New Year with nothing; no boyfriend, no business, no home. So when she&’s offered a role caring for the matriarch of an obscenely wealthy family—on a private island!—it&’s just the escape she needs. Being tempted by her patient&’s outrageously attractive grandson is not! Billionaire Dr. Taylor doesn&’t trust easily, and Jo is no exception. Yet, as they work together, mutual respect—and desire!—blossoms, quickly leading to a steamy fling. But when the clock strikes midnight, will the fireworks between them fizzle out as planned…or flame brighter than ever?From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.
His Highness's Hidden Heir
by Dani CollinsAn accidental pregnancy, marriage of convenience, royal romance by USA TODAY bestselling author Dani Collins. A shotgun wedding… at the palace altar! Former wild-child actress Lexi&’s mission to reclaim her career at a gala is thwarted when she&’s found by her stalker. Sending her straight into the protective arms of irresistible Prince Magnus! They succumb to a single night of scalding pleasure... When a positive pregnancy test changes Lexi&’s plans, she knows Magnus can&’t be tied to her scandalous reputation, however safe he made her feel. But after Magnus discovers her secret, his coldly pragmatic solution blindsides her. And newlywed princess Lexi is left wondering if her royal husband even remembers their explosive encounter…From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.
Resisting the Single Dad Surgeon
by Louisa HeatonA close call with the paparazzi leaves a nurse with no choice but to hide out with the very same single dad celebrity surgeon she was photographed with in Louisa Heaton&’s latest Harlequin Medical Romance. RUNNING FROM THE LIMELIGHT… Nurse Isla is starting over. She&’s relocated to the city and has a new job—nothing can distract her. That is, until she meets single dad and handsome celebrity surgeon Gabe! Working with the widower wouldn&’t normally be an issue, but when they share an almost intimate moment and it&’s publicized, the press relentlessly pursues Isla&’s identity. Now, to protect herself, she has no choice but to move in with Gabe and his adorable daughter. Resisting each other soon becomes impossible, but after everything they&’ve been through, can they move on and build a life—together?From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.
Brooding Vet for the Wallflower
by Sue MacKayTwo vets struggle to forget the passionate kiss they once shared when, months later, fate throws them back together as colleagues in Sue MacKay&’s latest Harlequin Medical Romance. ONE STOLEN MOMENT…TO A LIFETIME? Beautiful vet Kate has feared rejection since a tragic incident left her scarred. Only, when she meets brooding Finn at a party, they share a spontaneous, passionate kiss that leaves her reeling. Which makes his equally sudden exit all the more devastating. Until months later, guarded Finn arrives to work at Kate&’s practice! In such close quarters, Finn knows he has to make it clear why he can&’t commit his heart. But with that spark still sizzling between them, remaining just friends isn&’t an option…From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.
The Lady's Snowbound Scandal
by Paulia BelgadoA passionate Victorian romance to warm you up this winter! A spinster, a scrooge …and only one bed! American industrialist Elliot has a plan to ensure his sisters will marry well—find a London society wife to elevate the family name! What&’s not part of his plan is falling for the shy spinster who has no intention of marrying at all… Lady Georgina believes Elliot to be a heartless scrooge! Still, she needs his help to save her beloved orphanage in time for Christmas. So, in exchange, she offers to help him find a respectable wife. But when they&’re scandalously snowed in at a coaching inn, their simmering attraction has no place to hide…From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.
This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things
by Naomi WoodFor fans of American Housewife and the work of Lily King, a provocative, razor-sharp, and riotously entertaining story collection exploring the dark side of family and femininity.CONTAINS “COMORBIDITIES,” WINNER OF THE BBC SHORT STORY PRIZEIn my life, I had always been a good woman; controlling what it was that I wanted. But recently, I had started to notice my bad energy, and I began to follow it, wondering where it would take me . . .A woman has an unexpected outburst at a corporate therapy session for working mothers. A couple find some long-overdue time to rekindle their relationship and make an ill-advised home movie. A pregnant film director plots revenge on the actress who betrayed her. An ex-wife deliberately causes conflict at her ex-husband’s wedding.This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things illuminates the lives of malicious, subversive, and untamed women. Exploring failed sisterhood, dubious parenting, and the dark side of modern love, this powerful and funny collection exposes how society wants women to behave, and shows what happens when they refuse.
Betty Crocker Found Recipes: Beloved Vintage Recipes Worth Sharing
by Betty CrockerFrom Betty Crocker, the brand beloved by generations of Americans, a carefully curated treasure trove of more than 100 favorite vintage recipes found in the Betty Crocker archives, dusted off and so delicious you’ll love them on today’s table. Over the last century, Betty Crocker has created thousands of well-tested, wonderful recipes, some especially that spark fond memories today, whether they were made by a grandparent, served at holiday meals, or were part of a trend of the time. In Betty Crocker Found Recipes, you’ll find these rediscovered vintage but timeless favorites. Some of these rare recipes were most frequently requested by lifelong Betty Crocker fans, which you'll see in the Found Lost Recipe features throughout the book. Others are ones that rose to the top of the Betty Crocker Test Kitchens recipe boxes over the years. And, during the search for favorite recipes to be included in this book, Betty Crocker fans shared stories of favorite recipes they’ve lost and couldn’t find—so the Betty Crocker Kitchens recreated them for the Recreated Lost Recipes features, along with the fans’ heartwarming memories behind them.The comprehensive chapters are organized by occasion and course, from Holiday Celebrations, Memorable Main Dishes, and Warm from the Oven Breads, to Irresistible Cookies & Bars, and Better than Ever Desserts, and the specially curated recipes include nostalgic favorites like:Eggnog French Toast Strata with Cranberry SyrupHush Puppy–Fried ChickenBeef BurgundyCoconut Chicken with ChutneyParmesan Bread BowlsChocolate Buttermallow CakePeachy Custard SquaresOatmeal Refrigerator CookiesStrawberry-Raspberry FoolBetty Crocker Found Recipes shares these timeless, rediscovered recipes, with full nutritional information, for the next generation of home cooks and bakers to enjoy for years to come. These tasty dishes are lost no more!