Hardcover Books

Author: Paulina Golinska-DawsonISBN-10: 3319603531ISBN-13: 9783319603537Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/24/2017Pages: 179Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.97lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.50d

This book explores the theoretical foundations of co-utility as well as its application to a number of areas, including distributed reputation management, anonymous keyword search, collaborative data anonymization, digital oblivion, peer-to-peer (P2P) content distribution, ridesharing for sustainable mobility, environmental economy, business model design and...

Author: Bernd HitzmannISBN-10: 3319601091ISBN-13: 9783319601090Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/23/2017Pages: 198Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.03lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.50d

Presents original themes such as shared value consciousness and separation consciousness Includes both theoretical and empirical research Provides practical tools for leaders and CEOsAuthor: Diane L. SwansonISBN-10: 3319599534ISBN-13: 9783319599533Publisher: Palgrave MacMillanLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/11/2017Pages: 226Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.97lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.56d

This book offers a snapshot of recent developments in improving the properties and performance of engineering materials and structures. It discusses modeling properties related to classical mechanical, thermal, electrical and optical fields as well as those related to surface-specific quantities (e.g. roughness, wear and...

Author: Fabrice BaudoinISBN-10: 3319596705ISBN-13: 9783319596709Publisher: BirkhauserLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/05/2017Pages: 221Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.11lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.56d

Author: Jean-Claude ThillISBN-10: 3319595091ISBN-13: 9783319595092Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2017Pages: 410Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.69lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.94d

Author: Giuseppe de PietroISBN-10: 3319594796ISBN-13: 9783319594798Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/28/2017Pages: 587Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.24lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 1.31d

Lie theory is a mathematical framework for encoding the concept of symmetries of a problem, and was the central theme of an INdAM intensive research period at the Centro de Giorgi in Pisa, Italy, in the academic year 2014-2015. This book gathers the key...

Provides surveys and original papers by internationally recognized authorsPresents Victor Havin's mathematical heritage and describes life during the former Soviet Union regime Includes a number of photographs never published beforeAuthor: Anton BaranovISBN-10: 3319590774ISBN-13: 9783319590776Publisher: BirkhauserLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/10/2018Pages: 484Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.90lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x...

The series Topics in Current Chemistry Collections presents critical reviews from the journal Topics in Current Chemistry organized in topical volumes. The scope of coverage is all areas of chemical science including the interfaces with related disciplines such as biology, medicine and materials science....

This book situates culture as a determining factor in the development of diverse welfare states, exploring the impact of traditional familialism on South Korean and Taiwanese programs. This approach provides an important alternative to studies that focus on formal variables- such as industrialization, state...

Author: Holger BarthISBN-10: 3319588915ISBN-13: 9783319588919Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/19/2017Pages: 256Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.21lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.63d

This book focuses on biomaterials of different forms used for medical implants. The authors introduce the characteristics and properties of biomaterials and then dedicate special chapters to metallic, ceramic, polymeric and composite biomaterials. Case studies on sterilization methods by biomaterials are also presented. Finally,...

Discusses computable general equilibrium models, their use for the analysis of economic policies, and their properties and implications Provides a state of the art summary and surveys frontier methodologies and applications Examines the theoretical structure and practical applications of various model typologies Author: Federico...

Provides a single-source reference to many of the most significant developments of the past four decades in theoretical and applied electromagneticsOffers current research trends in each sub-discipline discussed, the state of the art, the chief tools needed in that sub-discipline, and the vision of...

This book is about European IR theoretical traditions, their origins, and key figures. Theorizing is among the most important activities that take place within scientific disciplines. Scholars therefore routinely talk/debate about the discipline of IR and its theories, theories are often used to form...

This book presents recent developments in nonlinear dynamics and physics with an emphasis on complex systems. The contributors provide recent theoretic developments and new techniques to solve nonlinear dynamical systems and help readers understand complexity, stochasticity, and regularity in nonlinear dynamical systems. This book...

This book addresses the social and environmental justice challenge to live sustainably and well. It considers the consequences of our social, economic and environmental policy and governance decisions for this generation and the next. The book tests out ways to improve representation, accountability and...

This book provides the first lengthy study of awkward states/partners in regional integration. Is awkwardness a characteristic of states in many global regions, or is it reducible to the particular case of the United Kingdom in European integration? The authors assess how far the...

This book presents the forensic geoscience in general and, in particular, in Italy and their application to peculiar crimes. Italy is internationally relevant due to the presence of different kinds of "geo-crimes" (in the first place, environmental mafia), and is emblematic to understanding the...

Author: Lionel AmodeoISBN-10: 3319582526ISBN-13: 9783319582528Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/02/2017Pages: 496Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.99lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 1.13d

Aptly conveys the beauty and power of q-seriesAccessible to advanced undergraduates, graduate students, and researchersHistorical notes enrich the readers understanding of the subjectFirst monograph to focus uniquely on q-seriesAuthor: Michael D. HirschhornISBN-10: 3319577611ISBN-13: 9783319577616Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/16/2017Pages: 415Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.75lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x...

This book examines a crucial question about small states and their governments' influence in the European Union (EU) decision-making processes. - Are EU small member state governments influential in EU decision-making processes? In other words, do they exercise influence in these processes? And if...

​Selection of articles based on their interdisciplinary nature and their accessibility for a wider scientific audienceRequires no academic background or other special expertise in either mathematics or in culture studies to understand the argumentation Introduction for artists, art and culture historians, philosophers, mathematicians, and...

This textbook aims to develop a scientific knowledge base on spatial information technology to communicate the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) among students, researchers, professionals and laymen. The book improves understanding of the spatial database and explains how to extract information from this...

This volume approaches the current crisis of solidarity in the European Union from a multidisciplinary perspective. The contributions explore the concept of solidarity, its role in the European integration process, and analyze the risks entailed by a lack of solidarity.Experts from various academic fields,...

Reviews applied nanomaterials and nanotechnologies in different sectors: medicine, NEMS/MEMS, micro power generators and energy related sectorsReviews already established results and state-of-the-art research in material development, nanomaterial properties and practical applications in specific fieldsProvides insights into both the material development levels and aspects of...

The Applications of Computer Algebra (ACA) conference covers a wide range of topics from Coding Theory to Differential Algebra to Quantam Computing, focusing on the interactions of these and other areas with the discipline of Computer Algebra. This volume provides the latest developments in...

This book showcases experiences from research, field projects and best practice in climate change adaptation in countries in the Latin American region, focusing on managing vulnerability and fostering resilience. It includes a selection of papers presented at a specialist symposium on climate change adaptation...

This book offers comprehensive coverage of current energy policy in Scotland focussing on non-fossil fuel energy options: renewables, nuclear power and energy efficiency. Covering issues of policy and practice, planning, legislation and regulation of a range of sustainable energy technologies in the context of...

Author: Jorge Luis García-AlcarazISBN-10: 3319568701ISBN-13: 9783319568706Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/29/2017Pages: 516Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.07lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 1.19d

This book is the most updated and comprehensive look at efforts to protect the Amazon, home to half of the world's remaining tropical forests. In the past five years, the Basin's countries have become the cutting edge of environmental enforcement through formation of constitutional...

Author: Johan H. KnapenISBN-10: 3319565699ISBN-13: 9783319565699Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/18/2017Pages: 362Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.55lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.88d

Author: Abdelazim M. NegmISBN-10: 3319561227ISBN-13: 9783319561226Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/06/2017Pages: 537Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.09lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 1.19d

Presents research advances in the learning processProposes the appropriate curricula for sustainability in higher educationIncludes a special chapter on greening pedagogical Author: J. Paulo DavimISBN-10: 3319565044ISBN-13: 9783319565040Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/01/2017Pages: 130Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.83lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.38d

This book covers different aspects of the physics of iron-based superconductors ranging from the theoretical, the numerical and computational to the experimental ones. It starts from the basic theory modeling many-body physics in Fe-superconductors and other multi-orbital materials and reaches up to the magnetic...

Author: Maria Laura FrigottoISBN-10: 3319560956ISBN-13: 9783319560953Publisher: Palgrave MacMillanLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/11/2017Pages: 273Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.10lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.69d

Comprehensive look at glia amino acid transportersIncludes sections on structural aspects, functional properties, and gene expression regulationDiscusses illnesses related to glia amino acid transportersAuthor: Arturo OrtegaISBN-10: 331955767XISBN-13: 9783319557670Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/07/2017Pages: 341Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.48lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.81d

The second of a two volume set on novel methods in harmonic analysis, this book draws on a number of original research and survey papers from well-known specialists detailing the latest innovations and recently discovered links between various fields. Along with many deep theoretical...

This inspiring book shows how the spiritual side of life, with its thoughts, feelings, and aspirations, is intimately bound up with our material technologies. From the wonder of Gothic Cathedrals, to the quiet majesty of lighter than air flight, to the ultimate in luxury...

This edited volume is an inquiry into the representation of intimate relationships in a diverse array of media including cinema, arts, literature, picture books, advertising and popular music. It examines artistic portrayal of intimate relationships as a subversion of the boundaries between the representable...

This edited volume presents the diversity of comparative criminology research in Asia, and the complex theoretical and methodological issues involved in conducting comparative research. With contributors both from the West and the East exploring these questions, the Editors have created a balanced resource, as...

This book comprehensively describes the major ecosystem services in dryland environments that are provided by typical land use, including forestland, grassland and farmland, using the Loess Plateau, Northwest China as an example. It offers extensive information on land policy, implementation and scientific evidence, and...

This book offers a new perspective on the cultural politics of the Napoleonic Empire by exploring the issue of language within four pivotal institutions - the school, the army, the courtroom and the church. Based on wide-ranging research in archival and published sources, Stewart...

Presents a broad and holistic perspective on sustainable development in small nations Provides the basis for future research on the topicAuthor: Brian AzzopardiISBN-10: 3319548069ISBN-13: 9783319548067Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/15/2017Pages: 231Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.16lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.63d

The editors have engaged leading scientists in the field to participate in the development of this book, which is envisioned as a "one of a kind" contribution to the field. The book is a comprehensive text that puts fundamental bioanalytical science in context with...

Author: Frederick KlaitsISBN-10: 3319542435ISBN-13: 9783319542430Publisher: Palgrave MacMillanLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/25/2017Pages: 183Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.84lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.50d

In this book the dynamics of the non-ideal oscillatory system, in which the excitation is influenced by the response of the oscillator, is presented. Linear and nonlinear oscillators with one or more degrees of freedom interacting with one or more energy sources are treated....

Author: Raffaele ArgientoISBN-10: 3319540831ISBN-13: 9783319540832Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/29/2017Pages: 251Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.20lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.63d