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Realistic Architectural Rendering with 3ds Max and V-Ray

Realistic Architectural Rendering with 3ds Max and V-Ray

Revitalize your architectural visualizations by bringing new levels of realism to them with an enhanced command of the mental ray toolset in 3ds Max. Full-color step-by-step tutorials give you a firm understanding of the processes and techniques needed to create impressive interior and exterior visualizations. You'll learn how to prepare materials light a daytime interior scene use mr Physical Sky and how to save time during complex renders. The companion website includes all of the tutorial files and sample files from the book. Plus find more information at http://jamiecardoso-mentalray. blogspot. com/. | Realistic Architectural Rendering with 3ds Max and V-Ray

GBP 175.00
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Fundamentals of Crystallography Powder X-ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy for Materials Scientists

Fundamentals of Crystallography Powder X-ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy for Materials Scientists

The structure–property relationship is a key topic in materials science and engineering. To understand why a material displays certain behaviors the first step is to resolve its crystal structure and reveal its structure characteristics. Fundamentals of Crystallography Powder X-ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy for Materials Scientists equips readers with an in-depth understanding of using powder x-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy for the analysis of crystal structures. Introduces fundamentals of crystallography Covers XRD of materials including geometry and intensity of diffracted x-ray beams and experimental methods Describes TEM of materials and includes atomic scattering factors electron diffraction and diffraction and phase contrasts Discusses applications of HRTEM in materials research Explains concepts used in XRD and TEM lab training Based on the author’s course lecture notes this text guides materials science and engineering students with minimal reliance on advanced mathematics. It will also appeal to a broad spectrum of readers including researchers and professionals working in the disciplines of materials science and engineering applied physics and chemical engineering.

GBP 99.99
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Architectural Rendering with 3ds Max and V-Ray Photorealistic Visualization

Architectural Rendering with 3ds Max and V-Ray Photorealistic Visualization

Create high-quality photorealistic renders of architectural visualizations using 3ds Max and Vray with the project-based tutorials in this book. Learn how to combine lighting and rendering options to end-up with the most realistic final renders possible at a professional level. The tutorials in this book are filled with beautiful full-color images and they teach you how to light both interiors and exteriors and daytime and nighttime scenes. Learn how to save time without sacrificing the quality of your final renders with tips and tricks on rendering with Vray - the most accurate rendering application for 3ds Max. The downloadable resources include all the project files that you need to recreate each of the projects presented within the book. Please note that this book does not support the current versions of 3ds Max and V-Ray. Topics include: | Architectural Rendering with 3ds Max and V-Ray Photorealistic Visualization

GBP 175.00
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Advances in Chromatography Volume 58

Advances in Chromatography Volume 58

For six decades scientists and researchers have relied on the Advances in Chromatography series for the most up-to date information on a wide range of developments in chromatographic methods and applications. The clear presentation of topics and vivid illustrations for which this series has become known makes the material accessible and engaging to analytical biochemical organic polymer and pharmaceutical chemists at all levels of technical skill. Key Features: Discusses the basic concepts of affinity chromatography and examines recent developments in this method and related supramolecular separation methods. Outlines the different types of gradient stationary phases and how they have been used in and benefited the field of separation science. Reviews recent trends in detectors for GC focusing on those that are readily available and seeing wide usage. Addresses peak compression in GELC and offers the reader a plate height equation to work with that incorporates its effects. | Advances in Chromatography Volume 58

GBP 115.00
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Scottish Building Standards in Brief

Scottish Building Standards in Brief

Scottish Building Standards in Brief takes the highly successful formula of Ray Tricker's Building Regulations in Brief and applies it to the requirements of the Building (Scotland) Regulations 2004. With the same no-nonsense and simple to follow guidance but written specifically for the Scottish Building Standards it's the ideal book for builders architects designers and DIY enthusiasts working in Scotland. Ray Tricker and Roz Algar explain the meaning of the regulations their history current status requirements associated documentation and how local authorities view their importance and emphasises the benefits and requirements of each one. There is no easier or clearer guide to help you to comply with the Scottish Building Standards in the simplest and most cost-effective manner possible.

GBP 145.00
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Field Theory of Nonimaging Optics

Field Theory of Nonimaging Optics

This book aims to overcome the traditional ray paradigm and provide an analytical paradigm for Nonimaging Optics based on Field Theory. As a second objective the authors address the connections between this Field Theory of Nonimaging Optics and other radiative transfer theories. The book introduces the Field Theory of Nonimaging Optics as a new analytical paradigm not statistical to analyze problems in the frame of nonimaging geometrical optics with a formulation based on field theory of irradiance vector D. This new paradigm provides new principles and tools in the optical system design methods complementary to flowline method overcoming the classical ray paradigm. This new Field paradigm can be considered as a generalization of the ray paradigm and new accurate and faster computation algorithms will be developed. In a parallel way the advance in the knowledge of the principles of Field Theory of Nonimaging Optics has produced clear advances in the connection between nonimaging optics and other apparently disconnected theories of radiation transfer. The irradiance vector D can be considered as the macroscopic average of Poynting vector with a clear connection with radiation pressure. Lorentz geometry techniques can also be applied to study irradiance vector D. There are clear thermodynamic connections between the nonimaging concentrator and Stefan-Boltzmann law of radiation. From this thermodynamic connection nonimaging optics and irradiance vector D can also be studied from a phase space point of view. This book is intended for researchers graduate students academics and professionals looking to analyze design and optimize optical systems.

GBP 120.00
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Fundamentals of Computer Graphics

Fundamentals of Computer Graphics

Drawing on an impressive roster of experts in the field Fundamentals of Computer Graphics Fifth Edition offers an ideal resource for computer course curricula as well as a user-friendly personal or professional reference. Focusing on geometric intuition this book gives the necessary information for understanding how images get onto the screen by using the complementary approaches of ray tracing and rasterization. It covers topics common to an introductory course such as sampling theory texture mapping spatial data structure and splines. It also includes a number of contributed chapters from authors known for their expertise and clear way of explaining concepts. HIGHLIGHTS Major updates and improvements to numerous chapters including shading ray tracing physics-based rendering math and sampling Updated coverage of existing topics The absorption and reworking of several chapters to create a more natural flow to the book The fifth edition of Fundamentals of Computer Graphics continues to provide an outstanding and comprehensive introduction to basic computer graphic technology and theory. It retains an informal and intuitive style while improving precision consistency and completeness of material allowing aspiring and experienced graphics programmers to better understand and apply foundational principles to the development of efficient code in creating film game or web designs.

GBP 115.00
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Cavitation and Associated Phenomena

Cavitation and Associated Phenomena

Cavitation is a dangerous process which destroys objects in a fluid. Scientific description of this multifaceted phenomenon is based on almost every area of physics and many interesting effects are connected with cavitation. The most intriguing of them is sonoluminescence – the light emitted from a cavitating fluid. This book presents a full-scale description of cavitation: from the basic thermodynamic principles to special phenomena associated with this complex process from the dynamics of a single gas cavity to the catastrophic macroscopic manifestations from the domestic observations to the nuances of X-ray spectroscopic research. | Cavitation and Associated Phenomena

GBP 170.00
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Media Sociology

Media Sociology

The British post-war campaign to ban American horror comics neatly illustrates many of the pitfalls of media research. It is the first case-study used by David Barrat as he reviews this rapidly growing field of sociology. He gives a clear account of how and why sociologists have studied the media looking in particular at the arguments about the effects of television video comics newspapers and radio on their audiences. He explains how media organizations work how 'news' is manufactured and what the political and commercial constraints can be. He discusses the likely impact on new technologies including satellite and cable television on the media industry. The final chapter is about methods of studying the media such as 'uses and gratifications' content analysis semiology and structural approaches. | Media Sociology

GBP 170.00
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Medical Imaging Artificial Intelligence Image Recognition and Machine Learning Techniques

Medical Imaging Artificial Intelligence Image Recognition and Machine Learning Techniques

Winner of the Outstanding Academic Title recognition by Choice for the 2020 OAT Awards. The Choice OAT Award represents the highest caliber of scholarly titles that have been reviewed by Choice and conveys the extraordinary recognition of the academic community. The book discusses varied topics pertaining to advanced or up-to-date techniques in medical imaging using artificial intelligence (AI) image recognition (IR) and machine learning (ML) algorithms/techniques. Further coverage includes analysis of chest radiographs (chest x-rays) via stacked generalization models TB type detection using slice separation approach brain tumor image segmentation via deep learning mammogram mass separation epileptic seizures breast ultrasound images knee joint x-ray images bone fracture detection and labeling and diabetic retinopathy. It also reviews 3D imaging in biomedical applications and pathological medical imaging. | Medical Imaging Artificial Intelligence Image Recognition and Machine Learning Techniques

GBP 130.00
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Characterisation Techniques for Civil Engineers

Characterisation Techniques for Civil Engineers

The primary aim of this book is to provide an understanding of the sophisticated modern characterisation techniques in the domain of civil engineering. It systematically covers physical chemical mineralogical and microstructural characterisation which is imperative to evaluate the construction materials and their performance. It describes tools such as rheometers thermogravimetric analysers scanning electron microscopes X-ray diffractometers and other miscellaneous methods. In each chapter a detailed scientific background instrumentation details working principles and applications of a specific technique are provided. Features: Describes rheological and microstructural characterisation testing Discusses sophisticated characterisation techniques for construction materials Explains the detailed procedure of sample preparation and testing Provides detailed descriptions of different parts of the instruments and their purposes Includes questions and answers at the end of each chapter This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in civil engineering. | Characterisation Techniques for Civil Engineers

GBP 100.00
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Preventing Nuclear War The Medical and Humanitarian Case for the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons

Preventing Nuclear War The Medical and Humanitarian Case for the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons

Preventing Nuclear War: The Medical and Humanitarian Case for the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons provides a window into the work of the International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War (IPPNW) health professionals advocates and activists as they persuaded diplomats parliamentarians the media and the public to ban nuclear weapons. Why are doctors speaking out about nuclear weapons and nuclear war an issue that seems to be the exclusive province of diplomats politicians and security experts? This volume offers an answer in the unique perspective of health professionals on the nature of nuclear weapons their medical and humanitarian consequences and the responsibility to prevent what cannot be treated. On 7 July 2017 the UN successfully concluded negotiations on the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. The ban treaty emerged from a humanitarian initiative that shifted the focus away from deterrence-based rationales used by the nuclear-armed states and toward an evidence-based understanding of the existential threat nuclear weapons pose to humanity. Since 1980 IPPNW has been the leading medical organization primarily dedicated to the abolition of nuclear weapons. With its civil society partners in ICAN—the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons—IPPNW brought the scientific evidence about nuclear weapons and nuclear war into the treaty negotiations and into the language of the TPNW itself. The contributors to this volume show the dedication and diverse strategies that have together made up a unified and very significant contribution to ridding the world of nuclear weapons. Reflecting honestly on what has been learnt and have the potential to contribute to wider learning outside the anti-nuclear community Preventing Nuclear War: The Medical and Humanitarian Case for the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons will be of great use to medical and health professionals humanitarian professionals and anyone wanting to work towards a more peaceful and equitable world. The chapters originally published as a special issue of Medicine Conflict and Survival. | Preventing Nuclear War The Medical and Humanitarian Case for the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons

GBP 130.00
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Internet of Medical Things in Smart Healthcare Post-COVID-19 Pandemic Scenario

Internet of Medical Things in Smart Healthcare Post-COVID-19 Pandemic Scenario

The COVID-19 epidemic has helped to expand the function of the Internet of Medical Things in healthcare at an exponential rate. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of IoMT in the post-COVID-19 era providing an overview of modern technologies used for the improvement of healthcare such as IoT artificial intelligence robotics big data and wearable devices used in healthcare applications with a focus on the detection and treatment of COVID-19 and related viruses. The volume presents the principles state-of-the-art developments architecture real-world applications actual case studies results of IoMT experiments and sensor-based systems and more. The chapters look at various aspects of artificial intelligence in IoMT-based telemedicine health monitoring early COVID detection automatic intravenous fluids feeds chest x-ray images data collection for decision-making security of health information and more. This volume provides an understanding of the real applications development of healthcare systems architectural frameworks and modern design elements of healthcare systems. | Internet of Medical Things in Smart Healthcare Post-COVID-19 Pandemic Scenario

GBP 131.00
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Machine Learning and Deep Learning Techniques for Medical Image Recognition

Machine Learning and Deep Learning Techniques for Medical Image Recognition

Machine Learning and Deep Learning Techniques for Medical Image Recognition comprehensively reviews deep learning-based algorithms in medical image analysis problems including medical image processing. It includes a detailed review of deep learning approaches for semantic object detection and segmentation in medical image computing and large-scale radiology database mining. A particular focus is placed on the application of convolutional neural networks with the theory and varied selection of techniques for semantic segmentation using deep learning principles in medical imaging supported by practical examples. Features: Offers important key aspects in the development and implementation of machine learning and deep learning approaches toward developing prediction tools and models and improving medical diagnosis Teaches how machine learning and deep learning algorithms are applied to a broad range of application areas including chest X-ray breast computer-aided detection lung and chest microscopy and pathology Covers common research problems in medical image analysis and their challenges Focuses on aspects of deep learning and machine learning for combating COVID-19 Includes pertinent case studies This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in computer engineering artificial intelligence and machine learning and biomedical imaging.

GBP 110.00
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Handbook of Lipid Membranes Molecular Functional and Materials Aspects

Handbook of Lipid Membranes Molecular Functional and Materials Aspects

This handbook provides a unique overview of lipid membrane fundamentals and applications. The fascinating world of lipids that harbor and govern so many biological functionalities are discussed within the context of membrane structures interactions and shape evolution. Beyond the fundamentals in lipid science this handbook focuses on how scientists are building bioinspired biomimetic systems for applications in medicine cosmetics and nanotechnology. Key Features: Includes experimental and theoretical overviews on the role of lipids with or without associated biomolecules as structural components imparting distinct membrane shapes and intermembrane interactions Covers the mechanisms of lipid-membrane curvature by peptide and protein binding and the roles of signalling lipids and the cytoskeleton in plasma membrane shape evolution Covers advanced X-ray and force measurement techniques Discusses applications in biomedicine cosmetics and nanotechnology including lipid vectors in nucleic acid drug delivery in dermal applications and lipid-based sensors and artificial biointerfaces Covers artificial membranes from block copolymers synthetic copolypeptides and recombinant proteins Includes an exciting section that explores the role of lipids in the origin of life in hydrothermal conditions This book is a highly informative companion for professionals in biophysics biochemistry physical chemistry and material and pharmaceutical sciences and bioengineering. | Handbook of Lipid Membranes Molecular Functional and Materials Aspects

GBP 150.00
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Bionanotechnology in Cancer Diagnosis and Therapy

Bionanotechnology in Cancer Diagnosis and Therapy

The cancer research world is looking forward to bionanotechnology to find the best solutions for a complete cure from cancer which is not possible with the current established treatment methods. The past decade of research on nano imaging and drug delivery in cancer has witnessed many interesting papers and reviews but there has not been a concise resource that discusses all fields related to nano cancer research in diagnosis and drug delivery. This book fills this gap and presents the latest bionano research in cancer focusing on nanodiagnostics and nanotherapy. The book is organized into two sections. The section on nanodiagnostics focuses on topics such as diagnostic methods in cancer-related therapy and use of radiolabeled nanoparticles magnetic nanoparticles acoustically reflective nanoparticles X-ray computed tomography and optical nanoprobes for diagnosis. The section on nanotherapy focuses on nanomaterials in chemotherapy magnetic nanoparticles for hyperthermia against cancer phototherapy nanotechnology-mediated radiation therapy nanoparticle-mediated small-RNA deliveries for molecular therapies and theranostics. The book will serve as the gateway to enter the beautiful and elegant field of bionanoscience which is considered the last hope for the fight against cancer and will be a highly useful resource for the students researchers teachers and curious readers working in this field or related fields. | Bionanotechnology in Cancer Diagnosis and Therapy

GBP 154.00
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Militarizing Artificial Intelligence Theory Technology and Regulation

Militarizing Artificial Intelligence Theory Technology and Regulation

This book examines the military characteristics and potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the new global revolution in military affairs. Offering an original perspective on the utilization imagination and politics of AI in the context of military development and weapons regulation the work provides a comprehensive response to the question of how we might reflect on the AI revolution in warfare and what can be said about the ways in which this has been handled. In the first part of the book AI is accommodated both theoretically and empirically in the strategic context of the 'Revolution in Military Affairs' (RMA). The book offers a novel understanding of autonomous weapons as multi-layered composite systems pointing to a complex non-linear interplay between evolutionary and revolutionary dynamics. In the second section the book provides an impartial analysis of the related politics and operations of power whereby increases in military budgets and R&D of the great powers are met and countered by advocacy networks and scientists campaigning for a ban on lethal autonomous weapons. As such it moves beyond popular caricatures of ‘killer robots’ and points out some of the problems which result from over-reliance on such imagery. This book will be of much interest to students of strategic studies critical security studies arms control and disarmament science and technology studies and general International Relations. | Militarizing Artificial Intelligence Theory Technology and Regulation

GBP 130.00
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Introduction to Psychological Science Integrating Behavioral Neuroscience and Evolutionary Perspectives

Introduction to Psychological Science Integrating Behavioral Neuroscience and Evolutionary Perspectives

Introduction to Psychological Science provides students with an accessible comprehensive and engaging overview of the field of scientific psychology. It expertly incorporates a variety of perspectives ranging from neuroscience to cultural perspectives at an introductory level. Ray brings together cutting-edge research from traditional psychological literature to modern evolving perspectives and creates a unified approach by focusing on three core themes: Behavior and Experience: an analysis of behavior and experiences observed across a variety of everyday life situations. Neuroscience: an examination of psychological experiences through neuroscience lens ranging from genetic/epigenetic to cortical networks as related to psychology. Evolutionary/Human Origins: an exploration of broader scientific questions by examining psychological processes from the perspective of human and cultural history. Through these themes the book delves into topics like social processes psychopathology stress and health motivation and emotion developmental sequences and cognitive functions such as memory learning problem solving and language. Throughout it helps students to understand the nature of psychological science by addressing common myths and misconceptions in psychology showing how psychological science can be applied to everyday life and how new research can be created. Additionally this student-friendly book is packed with pedagogical features including concept checks to test reader knowledge extensions features which show how to apply knowledge and a comprehensive glossary. Reflecting the latest APA Guidelines concerning the essential elements of an introductory psychology course this text is core reading for all undergraduate introductory psychology students. | Introduction to Psychological Science Integrating Behavioral Neuroscience and Evolutionary Perspectives

GBP 130.00
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Spectral Multi-Detector Computed Tomography (sMDCT) Data Acquisition Image Formation Quality Assessment and Contrast Enhancement

Spectral Multi-Detector Computed Tomography (sMDCT) Data Acquisition Image Formation Quality Assessment and Contrast Enhancement

X-ray computed tomography (CT) has been one of the most popular diagnostic imaging modalities for decades in the clinic for saving patients’ lives or improving their quality of life. This book is an introductory one-stop shop for technological and clinical topics in multi-detector computed tomography (MDCT). Starting with MDCT’s fundamentals in physics and mathematics the book provides an in-depth introduction to its system architecture and imaging chain signal detection via energy-integration and photon-counting mechanisms clinical application-driven scan modes and protocols analytic and iterative image reconstruction solutions and spectral imaging – the latest technological advancement in MDCT. The book extends its coverage on image quality assessment under the theory of signal detection and statistical decision. In recognition of its clinical relevance for conspicuity enhancement in angiographic and parenchymal imaging applications the book features a chapter dedicated to the fundamental (chemical physical and physicochemical) properties and clinical administration of iodinated contrast agent. The book ends with an outlook of the contrast agents that are novel in material and delivery and their synergy with spectral MDCT to elevate CT’s contrast resolution in cardiovascular neurovascular and oncologic applications. This book will be an invaluable reference for researchers engineers radiological physicians and technologists and graduate and senior undergraduate students. Features Provides an accessible introduction to the subject Up to date with the latest advances in emerging technologies and procedures Provides a historical overview of CT technology | Spectral Multi-Detector Computed Tomography (sMDCT) Data Acquisition Image Formation Quality Assessment and Contrast Enhancement

GBP 99.99
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Laser-Matter Interaction for Radiation and Energy

Laser-Matter Interaction for Radiation and Energy

The interaction of high-power lasers with matter can generate Terahertz radiations that efficiently contribute to THz Time-Domain Spectroscopy and also would replace X-rays in medical and security applications. When a short intense laser pulse ionizes a gas it may produce new frequencies even in VUV to XUV domain. The duration of XUV pulses can be confined down to the isolated attosecond pulse levels required to study the electronic re-arrangement and ultrafast processes. Another important aspect of laser-matter interaction is the laser thermonuclear fusion control where accelerated particles also find an efficient use. This book provides comprehensive coverage of the most essential topics including Electromagnetic waves and lasers THz radiation using semiconducting materials / nanostructures / gases / plasmas Surface plasmon resonance THz radiation detection Particle acceleration technologies X-ray lasers High harmonics and attosecond lasers Laser based techniques of thermonuclear fusion Controlled fusion devices including NIF and ITER The book comprises of 11 chapters and every chapter starts with a lucid introduction to the main topic. Then sub-topics are sedulously discussed keeping in mind their basics methodology state-of-the-art and future perspective that will prove to be salutary for readers. High quality solved examples are appended to the chapters for their deep understanding and relevant applications. In view of the nature of the topics and their level of discussion this book is expected to have pre-eminent potential for researchers along with postgraduate and undergraduate students all over the world. | Laser-Matter Interaction for Radiation and Energy

GBP 150.00
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Fortran 2018 with Parallel Programming

Fortran 2018 with Parallel Programming

The programming language Fortran dates back to 1957 when a team of IBM engineers released the first Fortran Compiler. During the past 60 years the language had been revised and updated several times to incorporate more features to enable writing clean and structured computer programs. The present version is Fortran 2018. Since the dawn of the computer era there had been a constant demand for a “larger” and “faster” machine. To increase the speed there are three hurdles. The density of the active components on a VLSI chip cannot be increased indefinitely and with the increase of the density heat dissipation becomes a major problem. Finally the speed of any signal cannot exceed the velocity of the light. However by using several inexpensive processors in parallel coupled with specialized software and hardware programmers can achieve computing speed similar to a supercomputer. This book can be used to learn the modern Fortran from the beginning and the technique of developing parallel programs using Fortran. It is for anyone who wants to learn Fortran. Knowledge beyond high school mathematics is not required. There is not another book on the market yet which deals with Fortran 2018 as well as parallel programming. FEATURES Descriptions of majority of Fortran 2018 instructions Numerical Model String with Variable Length IEEE Arithmetic and Exceptions Dynamic Memory Management Pointers Bit handling C-Fortran Interoperability Object Oriented Programming Parallel Programming using Coarray Parallel Programming using OpenMP Parallel Programming using Message Passing Interface (MPI) THE AUTHOR Dr Subrata Ray is a retired Professor Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science Kolkata. | Fortran 2018 with Parallel Programming

GBP 140.00
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Faith in Science

Faith in Science

There is growing academic interest in addressing the relationship of religion and science. There are also very generous funding sources that encourage scientists to demonstrate the reality of purpose in the world. Still there are organizations offering support to community groups dedicated to discussing religion and science. Contributors explore this development in Faith in Science. The intellectual initiatives analyzed here seem far removed from the deep religious and cultural divisions that dominate the contemporary geopolitical landscape. This emerging industry however originates in a cultural debate that set the evolutionary view of Nature against revelation's conception of Nature as the fulfillment of God's creation. The two worldviews are hopelessly mismatched although scientific creationism purports to have uncovered scriptural evidence that invites another look. Along the way the imposition of theological themes onto the geological record became a tendency for many naturalists. Peter Medawar's scathing review of Teilhard de Chardin's The Phenomenon of Man in 1961 remains as a warning for those who mix Darwinian orthodoxy and theological parlance. The challenge Medawar would have us believe is not to abandon the exacting methods and logic of science in favor of a poetic dream of how consciousness is a manifestation of energy. But does this mean that science and religion are only methodologically demarcated? Must we insist on the traditional boundaries instituted by scientific conventions and religious beliefs? From various historical religious and scientific vantage points contributors to this volume who include Guy Consolmagno Donald Kraybill David Ray Griffin Gerald L. Schroeder Robert Pollack Robert Pennock Carol Wayne Wright Bill Durbin Kathleen Duffy and Anthony Matteo take up these challenges.

GBP 130.00
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Applied Data Analytics - Principles and Applications

Applied Data Analytics - Principles and Applications

The emergence of huge amounts of data which require analysis and in some cases real-time processing has forced exploration into fast algorithms for handling very lage data sizes. Analysis of x-ray images in medical applications cyber security data crime data telecommunications and stock market data health records and business analytics data are but a few areas of interest. Applications and platforms including R RapidMiner and Weka provide the basis for analysis often used by practitioners who pay little to no attention to the underlying mathematics and processes impacting the data. This often leads to an inability to explain results or correct mistakes or to spot errors. Applied Data Analytics - Principles and Applications seeks to bridge this missing gap by providing some of the most sought after techniques in big data analytics. Establishing strong foundations in these topics provides practical ease when big data analyses are undertaken using the widely available open source and commercially orientated computation platforms languages and visualisation systems. The book when combined with such platforms provides a complete set of tools required to handle big data and can lead to fast implementations and applications. The book contains a mixture of machine learning foundations deep learning artificial intelligence statistics and evolutionary learning mathematics written from the usage point of view with rich explanations on what the concepts mean. The author has thus avoided the complexities often associated with these concepts when found in research papers. The tutorial nature of the book and the applications provided are some of the reasons why the book is suitable for undergraduate postgraduate and big data analytics enthusiasts. This text should ease the fear of mathematics often associated with practical data analytics and support rapid applications in artificial intelligence environmental sensor data modelling and analysis health informatics business data analytics data from Internet of Things and deep learning applications.

GBP 94.99
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Democracy In Poland Second Edition

Democracy In Poland Second Edition

Ever-changing election rules a highly fluid party system a constitution considered illegitimate by more than one major political actor polarized political elites and a system of corruption that has grown up together with the young democracy itself -these characterize contemporary Polish politics. At the same time Poland is frequently identified as the most successful example of a transition from communism to capitalism having led this series of world-changing transitions. It has distanced itself from a turbulent history as pawn in Eastern Europe's international politics to become a leading candidate for membership in the exclusive European Union club. As Polish democratic politics evolves it is taking unexpected forms and producing equally unexpected results. Through a comprehensive analysis of politics in this young European democracy Marjorie Castle and Ray Taras explain the complexity and uncertainty of political processes and outcomes in Poland. Poland'spast -the flawed Second Republic established after World War I as well as the imperfect independence in the Soviet shadow following World War II's devastation - dramatizes the unique historic opportunity it was given in 1989 to determine its own political future and perhaps eventually become a major European power. Choices made in 1989 and thereafter would not only construct a new democracy but shape and limit its possibilities. The primary focus here is on contemporary politics: what the fundamental political cleavages are whether parties adequately represent popular interests who the political elites are and what games they play whatinfluence the Catholic Church still holds in an aspiring Western-style secular republic and what policy challenges face Poland in the future. Inimitable political leaders changing political arenas and complexpolicy-making processes come to life through a fascinating narrative characterized by an insider's insight. | Democracy In Poland Second Edition

GBP 130.00
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