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  • Nervonic Acid and Brain Health

    • 1st Edition
    • Xianyang Chen + 2 more
    • English
    Nervonic Acid and Brain Health is a comprehensive guide for professionals and researchers seeking in-depth knowledge about nervonic acid. This book meticulously delves into its functions, sources, synthesis, and therapeutic applications. Readers will find valuable information on the connections between nervonic acid, brain health, and neurological conditions, presenting data that is currently scarce in other publications. The book emphasizes evidence-based research findings, making it an essential resource for understanding the impact of nervonic acid on cognitive development and its potential therapeutic benefits.In addition to exploring nervonic acid's role in brain health, the book addresses its significance in infant and toddler brain development, the consequences of deficiency during pregnancy, and its inclusion in infant formula and cognitive health products. The association with neurological conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral ischemia is thoroughly examined, providing practical insights for medical professionals and caregivers. This text bridges the gap between scientific research and consumer interests, offering real-world relevance and application.
  • Advances in Data-Driven Modeling, Fault Detection, and Fault Identification

    Applications to Chemical Processes
    • 1st Edition
    • Mohamed N. Nounou + 3 more
    • English
    Advances in Data-Driven Modeling, Fault Detection, and Fault Identification: Applications to Chemical Processes presents a comprehensive collection of research focused on data-driven modeling techniques for robust modeling, fault detection, and fault identification in chemical processes.This accessible guide caters to both academic and industrial researchers seeking to enhance their work with data-driven methodologies. The book begins with an overview of key methods, emphasizing their significance in research and industry applications. Chapters delve into various chemical processes, such as the Tennessee Eastman Process and a Fischer-Tropsch bench scale setup, to validate and compare the discussed techniques. The content is organized into three main categories:Basic and advanced robust empirical techniquesProminent empirical statistical charts for detecting faults in multivariate systemsConventional and novel, multiclass classification, machine-learning techniques for accurately distinguishing between different fault types in batch or real-time scenariosWhether a researcher or practitioner, this book is an essential resource for leveraging data-driven approaches in chemical engineering fields.
  • Simulation and Machine Learning Models for Energy Policy Design

    • 1st Edition
    • Festus Adedoyin
    • English
    Simulation and Machine Learning Models for Energy Policy Design explores how policy design can reduce emissions in support of climate action by emphasizing the integration of cutting-edge simulation and machine learning techniques and bridging the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical implementation, therefore offering a hands-on guide for policymakers and professionals seeking innovative solutions. This book not only explores machine learning but also incorporates simulation techniques, providing a more comprehensive guide that extends beyond efficiency to encompass the entire policy design process.It not only addresses renewable (and other forms of) energy integration challenges but also leverages advanced technologies for optimized decision-making. With its holistic approach and insights on practical implementation, this book is a welcome reference for those who work on the design of energy policies.
  • Interstellar Travel

    After Arrival
    • 1st Edition
    • Les Johnson + 1 more
    • English
    Interstellar Travel: After Arrival is a comprehensive, technical look at the necessary considerations for settlement on an extra solar planet following interstellar travel, addressed by leading experts in the fields of space development. The book features the current and future plans for lunar, Mars, and asteroid settlement, and how what we learn from such future endeavors might apply to settlement at destinations around other stars. In addition, scientists who have been considering the construction of large space structures and terraforming discuss realistic options to be considered.Other chapters cover necessary considerations such as whether terraforming is possible and how it might be accomplished, the ethical issues and scientific constraints to interacting with an alien biosphere, and what we might learn from settling within our own Solar System that would apply to settling elsewhere. The third book of a three-book compilation, this new release presents up-to-date and realistic technical and scientific considerations of the challenges that settling on an exoplanet would bring, including review of the current technological capabilities and how they might be put towards life on an extra solar planet.
  • Neurology Secrets

    • 7th Edition
    • Joseph S. Kass + 2 more
    • English
    For more than 30 years, the highly regarded Secrets Series® has provided students and practitioners in all areas of health care with concise, focused, and engaging resources for quick reference and exam review. Neurology Secrets, 7th Edition, offers practical, up-to-date coverage of the full range of essential topics in this dynamic field. This highly regarded resource features the Secrets’ popular question-and-answer format that also includes lists, tables, pearls, memory aids, and an easy-to-read style—making inquiry, reference, and review quick, easy, and enjoyable.
  • Dynamic Modelling of Time-to-Event Processes

    • 1st Edition
    • Gangaram S. Ladde + 2 more
    • English
    Dynamic Modelling of Time-to-Event Processes covers an alternative dynamic modelling approach for studying time-to-event processes. This innovative approach covers some key elements, including the Development of continuous-time state of dynamic time-to-event processes, an Introduction of an idea of discrete-time dynamic intervention processes, Treating a time-to-event process operating/functionin... under multiple time-scales formulation of continuous and discrete-time interconnected dynamic system as hybrid dynamic time-to-event process, Utilizing Euler-type discretized schemes, developing theoretical dynamic algorithms, and more.Additional elements of this process include an Introduction of conceptual and computational state and parameter estimation procedures, Developing multistage a robust mean square suboptimal criterion for state and parameter estimation, and Extending the idea conceptual computational simulation process and applying real datasets.
  • Quantum Technology

    • 1st Edition
    • Stefan Tappertzhofen + 1 more
    • English
    Quantum Technology introduces the readers to the fundamentals, materials, and devices for quantum technology applications.The author provides the reader with the key principles of quantum and solid-state physics, and electronic, magnetic and low-dimensional materials. Then, he introduces important advances towards realization of quantum technology such as quantum computing, quantum electronics, and cryogenics. Throughout, the author explores how understanding of materials, physics and nanotechnology can lead to practical implementation and design of devices and new technologies. Enabling technologies that underpin the design of materials, devices, and applications are also discussed.Quantum Technology is suitable for materials scientists, engineers and physicists working towards the realization of quantum technologies. It may be also of interest to computer scientists working in this area.
  • Planetary Tectonism across the Solar System

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 2
    • Christian Klimczak + 2 more
    • English
    Planetary Tectonism across the Solar System, Volume Two in the Comparative Planetology series, addresses key questions surrounding planetary tectonism, such our understanding of the global contraction of Mercury, the formation of giant rift zones on Saturn’s icy moons, or the tesserated terrain on Venus. The book makes connections to Earth, such as how deformation on Mercury is both similar and different, and how to apply theoretical considerations behind plate tectonics on Earth to other planets. The book offers up-to-date, accessible and comprehensive discussions on the major tectonic processes and landforms that shape and drive the evolution of planets, moons and smaller bodies. By placing a singular emphasis on comparing tectonic processes and landforms on all relevant Solar System bodies, with the explicit objective of providing a systems-level understanding of this widespread phenomenon, this book is ideal for anyone studying planetary tectonism.
  • Lignin-driven Advanced Materials

    The State-of-the-Art
    • 1st Edition
    • Meysam Madadi + 3 more
    • English
    Lignin-driven Advanced Materials: The State-of-the-Art offers a pioneering approach to address the multifaceted challenges in the production of lignin-derived materials. This comprehensive book covers the creation of value-added products such as carbon materials, nanoparticles, energy storage materials, and bioplastics. It promotes collaboration between academia and industry, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical expertise. Featuring advanced lignin isolation techniques, tools for lignin characterization, and pragmatic aspects of lignin-based materials, the book incorporates the latest research and industrial advancements.Additio... the book addresses the contentious questions surrounding lignin isolation techniques, providing advanced strategies that have the potential to replace conventional methods in the industry. It serves as a comprehensive resource for analytical tools for lignin characterization and presents solutions for more in-depth knowledge. Furthermore, it aims to improve economic viability and sustainability in lignocellulosic biomass utilization, and guides sustainable decision-making with environmental and economic assessments. This book is a vital resource for those exploring advancements in lignin-based materials.
  • Artificial Intelligence in Chemical Engineering

    • 1st Edition
    • Farooq Sher
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence in Chemical Engineering explores the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into various facets of chemical engineering. The book introduces historical information, highlights current state and trends in AI applications, and discusses challenges and opportunities within the field. Foundational principles of AI and machine learning are thoroughly covered, giving readers a solid understanding of basic AI principles, machine learning algorithms, and the crucial processes of model training and validation. The book then delves into the critical phase of data acquisition and preprocessing for AI models, addressing strategies for data collection, ensuring data quality, and techniques for feature engineering and selection.Subsequent chapters cover a wide spectrum of AI applications in chemical engineering. From supervised and unsupervised learning for process modeling to the advanced realm of deep learning applications, this book explores neural networks, convolutional and recurrent architectures, and their real-world applications in process optimization and analysis.