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Books in Computer science

The Computing collection presents a range of foundational and applied content across computer and data science, including fields such as Artificial Intelligence; Computational Modelling; Computer Networks, Computer Organization & Architecture, Computer Vision & Pattern Recognition, Data Management; Embedded Systems & Computer Engineering; HCI/User Interface Design; Information Security; Machine Learning; Network Security; Software Engineering.

  • Knowledge Graphs and Large Language Models

    Current Approaches, Challenges, and Future Directions
    • 1st book:metaData.edition
    • Sanju Tiwari contributors.plusContributors
    • publicationLanguages:en
    Knowledge Graphs and Large Language Models: Current Approaches, Challenges, and Future Directions explores the cutting-edge fusion of two powerful artificial intelligence technologies: Large Language Models (LLMs) and Knowledge Graphs (KGs). The book is structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of this emerging field. Chapters introduce the synergy between LLMs and KGs, delve into the capabilities and challenges of LLMs, focus on the structure, function, and significance of KGs, present a conceptual framework for bridging LLMs and KGs, discuss techniques for their integration, explore how LLMs can enhance KGs and vice versa, and showcase applications of LLM-KG synergy across various domains.Final sections addresses ethical, social, and technical challenges and future innovations. The book concludes by summarizing key insights and advancements in intelligent systems. This is an essential resource for graduate students, researchers, and professionals in computer science. It offers valuable insights for adopting LLMs, KGs, and their advanced applications in research and product development. By bridging the gap between these technologies, this book equips readers with the knowledge to drive innovation and enhance the capabilities of intelligent systems.
  • Intelligent IoT-based Diagnostic and Assistive Systems for Neurological Disorders

    • 1st book:metaData.edition
    • Hanif Heidari contributors.plusContributors
    • publicationLanguages:en
    Intelligent IoT-based Diagnostic and Assistive Systems for Neurological Disorders discusses the latest developed methods in IoT and its applications in neurological disorders that emphasize end-user requirements. Intelligent IoT is used to explore the intersection between medicine, data science, biomedical engineering, and healthcare systems. A comprehensive overview of modelling and analyzing the requirements of people with neurological disorders is presented in this book. Signals and images of biological activity are collected and analyzed based on patient specifications to facilitate more accurate diagnosis and treatment. The book also discusses cutting-edge AI methods for IoT devices designed to treat neurological conditions.
  • Machine Learning Made Visual with Python

    • 1st book:metaData.edition
    • Weisheng Jiang
    • publicationLanguages:en
    Machine Learning Made Visual with Python makes machine learning intuitive through Python coding and dynamic visualizations. The book helps readers grasp complex math concepts by showing how algorithms evolve step-by-step. Readers will learn how to develop a hands-on, visual, and practical path to mastering core machine learning algorithms. Importantly, the book includes practical examples and coding exercises.
  • Advances in Multimodal Large Language Models for Healthcare

    Methods and Applications
    • 1st book:metaData.edition
    • Hari Mohan Pandey contributors.plusContributors
    • publicationLanguages:en
    Advances in Multimodal Large Language Models for Healthcare: Methods and Applications provides valuable insights on Large Language Models in healthcare applications for researchers, academics, and practitioners. The book explains key concepts, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, and the evolution of neural networks and transformer models. It then covers generative AI and LLMs for a wide spectrum of healthcare applications, including mental health, clinical decision support, interactive system design, and sensitive analysis. Readers will find this to be a valuable deep dive into the emergent intersection of LLMs and health care, with guidance into applications, technical and programming methods, and more.Although LLMs have shown some promising results in the healthcare sector, numerous challenges need to be addressed before they can be used in patient care. The two key issues with the adoption of LLMs regarding healthcare settings are reliability, transparency, interpretation of results and bias (data and algorithm) management. Unless properly and adequately validated, there may be incorrect medical information provided by the LLM-based systems, which can lead to misdiagnosis or hazardous treatment errors. At this point, LLMs have not only been used for decision making or documentation, they have also proven to be useful in patient engagement through QA systems, medical chatbots, and virtual healthcare.
  • Complexity in Mathematical Biology for Sustainable Development

    Modeling Climate, Disease, and Ecosystems through Difference, Differential, and Fractional Theory
    • 1st book:metaData.edition
    • Fatma Bozkurt
    • publicationLanguages:en
    Complexity in Mathematical Biology for Sustainable Development: Modeling Climate, Disease, and Ecosystems through Difference, Differential, and Fractional Theory introduces new mathematical methods to derive complex modeling solutions for a wide range of engineering and scientific research applications. The book strikes a balance between high-level mathematical theory and technical derivations, offering step-by-step explanations, real-world case studies, and clear introductions to advanced mathematical models. Solutions include modeling and quantifying complexity, with emphasis placed on the growing need for interdisciplinary collaboration, the integration of real-time data into models, and the development of adaptive frameworks challenges such as pandemics, biodiversity loss, and climate uncertainty.The book is designed to meet the needs of a diverse primary audience, from graduate students to professionals in fields such as computer science, public health, environmental policy, applied mathematics, and biotechnology. By providing both theoretical foundations and practical applications, the book equips readers with the skills and knowledge to tackle pressing global challenges through mathematical models, making it a valuable resource for both academic and professional development.
  • Grey Wolf Optimizer

    A Pack of Solutions for Your Optimization Problems
    • 1st book:metaData.edition
    • Seyedali Mirjalili
    • publicationLanguages:en
    Grey Wolf Optimizer: A Pack of Solutions for Your Optimization Problems offers in-depth coverage of recent theoretical advancements in GWO, as well as several variants, improvements, and hybrid approaches developed to enhance the GWO's performance and adaptability. The use of generative AI to improve this algorithm and make it more generic is also explored, along with diverse applications across multiple fields to illustrate the practical utility and versatility of the methods presented. The book offers a deep dive into the algorithm's foundations and presents new developments to help researchers overcome common challenges.It features numerous case studies and real-world examples across various fields, such as engineering, healthcare, finance, and environmental management. These applications demonstrate the versatility and effectiveness of the GWO in addressing complex, interdisciplinary challenges, making the content highly relevant and practical for readers. Written by some of the world’s most highly cited researchers in the field of artificial intelligence, algorithms, and machine learning, the book serves as an essential resource for researchers and practitioners interested in applying and developing the Grey Wolf Optimizer.
  • Digital Twin Technology and Smart Grid

    • 1st book:metaData.edition
    • Iraklis Varlamis contributors.plusContributors
    • publicationLanguages:en
    Digital Twin Technology and Smart Grid explores the intersection of these technologies, which are essential for the evolution of energy systems. The book explains how it utilizes intelligent wireless sensor networks, the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud, edge, and fog-computing to monitor power consumption. It discusses how security risks and privacy challenges can be accommodated, and explains the ethical/legal implications of collecting data. As the global energy landscape moves toward greater sustainability and decentralization, digital twins present unprecedented opportunities to enhance grid efficiency, bolster resilience, and support the integration of renewable energy sources.The integration of Digital Twin (DT) technology with Smart Grids (SG) represents a groundbreaking development in energy management, making this a highly significant and timely topic. As urban areas expand and energy demands rise, the need for more efficient, sustainable, and resilient energy systems becomes critical. DT technology, with its ability to create real-time, virtual replicas of physical systems, offers unprecedented opportunities for enhancing the performance, reliability, and security of smart grids.
  • AI-Powered Developments in Medical Robotics

    Data-Driven Techniques for Enhanced Surgical Efficiency
    • 1st book:metaData.edition
    • Thomas Heinrich Musiolik contributors.plusContributors
    • publicationLanguages:en
    AI-Powered Developments in Medical Robotics: Data-Driven Techniques for Enhanced Surgical Efficiency offers a comprehensive exploration of AI-driven innovations, robotics, and data-driven techniques specifically tailored for medical applications. This book strikes a balance by addressing foundational principles, emerging technologies, and their practical implementation in real-world scenarios. It enhances its value through the inclusion of real-world case studies and interdisciplinary perspectives, making it relevant for professionals, researchers, and students alike. The book explores future developments, such as augmented and virtual reality in medical robotics, positioning itself as a forward-thinking resource. By addressing current gaps in the field, including regulatory challenges, training needs, and cost-effectiveness, it ensures a well-rounded approach that appeals to both advanced and emerging markets. This multifaceted perspective enriches the reader's understanding and equips them with actionable insights for navigating the complexities of AI-driven healthcare robotics. The book serves as a definitive reference for a global audience seeking innovation and practical solutions in the rapidly evolving landscape of medical technology, bridging the gap between theory and practice in a critical area of healthcare advancement.
  • Federated Learning for the Metaverse

    Applications in Virtual Environments
    • 1st book:metaData.edition
    • Noor Zaman Jhanjhi contributors.plusContributors
    • publicationLanguages:en
    Federated Learning for the Metaverse: Applications in Virtual Environments provides readers with insights into how federated learning, a decentralized machine learning paradigm, can be strategically applied to address critical aspects of the metaverse. The book covers a wide range of topics, including privacy-preserving personalization, security, collaboration, adaptive learning environments, real-time communication, decentralized governance, language understanding, immersive learning experiences, avatar customization, and dynamic scene rendering.
  • Encyclopedia of Multi-Attribute Decision Making (MADM)

    • 1st book:metaData.edition
    • Gholamreza Haseli contributors.plusContributors
    • publicationLanguages:en
    Encyclopedia of Multi-Attribute Decision Making (MADM) presents current methods in MADM in a simple way, including Sections on Weighting Methods, Extensions for the MADM Methods, Ranking Methods, and Outranking Methods. Each method chapter presents two numerical examples for each method, one simple example with less than six criteria and six alternatives, and one complex example with six or more criteria and six or more alternatives. In addition, most chapters are written by the original developers of the method, ensuring insight into and practical application of MADM. The book is also filled with over 200 full-color figures that illustrate methods and applications.The book, in one volume, demystifies the complex world of MADM, blending theoretical concepts with hands-on practices and case studies. It bridges the gap between theory and practical implementation, providing clear and practical understanding of the key principles and techniques essential for harnessing the power of MADM.