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There is a lot of chatter in the media about whether the pride that Americans have felt towards their citizenship and the connection they¿ve felt towards their democratic values, can ever be restored. This book brings together a set of stellar scholars and practitioners to discuss and advance the cross-cutting themes and methods of engagement in sections 1) citizens and democracy, 2) institutional design, 3) cross-sector collaboration, and 4) value creation. The book contains illustrative case studies spanning local to global, analytical to creatively synthesized, and broad based to specific.

Electrospinning of nanofibers has emerged as a specialized processing technique for the formation of sub-micron fibers with high specific surface areas. This book presents important new research in the field of electrospinning and covers various aspects of the technology as used to produce nanofibers.

Microbiology is the study of microorganisms (or microbes), which include bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, and even prions. This book presents a collection of research and studies covering advances in microbiology dealing with medicine, agriculture, and more.

This book analyzes different innovative methods and ways of recycling in connection with various types of materials. It provides a basic understanding about polymer recycling and its reuse as well as presents an in-depth look at various recycling methods. It provides a thorough knowledge about the work being done in recycling in different parts of the world and throws light on areas that need to be further explored.

Strong stakeholder engagement is perhaps the most critical factor for achieving successful program execution in our fast-paced world. Many program managers get stuck in the "science" of program management, spending vast amounts of effort on tasks, charts, and metrics. Program managers who emphasize activities around relationship building and stakeholder engagement usually have the best chance for program success. This book focuses on how to engage your stakeholders in the right way, and keep them engaged throughout the course of your program.

This book provides a framework for understanding and managing factors required for achieving successful project and program outcomes. It presents guidelines to help readers develop an understanding of governance and its connection to strategy as the starting point for decisions on what work needs to be done. The book describes how to craft appropriate communication strategies to develop and maintain successful relationships with stakeholders. It highlights the strengths and weaknesses of existing project controls and outlines effective communication techniques for managing expectations and acquiring the support required for successful delivery.

This book reports on new methodologies and important applications in the field of nanopolymers as well as includes the latest coverage of chemical databases and the development of new computational methods and efficient algorithms for chemical software and chemical engineering. The book provides an overview of the field, explains the basic underlying theory, and gives numerous comparisons of different methods. The new topics covered in this book will be an excellent resource for industries and academic researchers as well.

This title includes a number of Open Access chapters.This book covers a wide scope of biological approaches to such biological phenomena as cell division, motility, collective cell behavior, multicellular structures, morphogenesis, and tumor development. It presents recent advances in biophysical studies of living cells and describes how a combination of quantitative live cell observations, detailed biochemical and biophysical data, and mathematical modeling are capable of answer many important biological questions and to achieve a more complete understanding of such complex phenomena.

This title includes a number of Open Access chapters.This book contains a selection of chapters aimed to provide a better understanding prion structure and biology. Together these chapters provide an overview of prion biology and underscore some of the challenges we face if we want to understand how this lively pathogen propagates and evolves in mammals. There is also mounting evidence that studying prion biology has a wider relevance due to similarities in the processes of protein misfolding and aggregation between prion disorders and other neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer¿s, Parkinson¿s, and Huntington¿s diseases.

This title includes a number of Open Access chapters.Epigenetics refers to DNA and chromatin modifications that play an important role in the regulation of various genomic functions. This important book reviews human and cellular data that underline paradoxical findings with respect to the contribution of heredity and environment to phenotype. The contributors then reinterpret these experiments that incorporate epigenetic factors. Topics include DNA methylation, histone modifications, chromatin modifications, the role of epigenetic modifications and environment on gene expression, and integrating genomic medicine into clinical practice.

Progress in Organic and Physical Chemistry: Structures and Mechanisms provides a collection of new research in the field of organic and physical properties, including new research on the physical principles of the conductivity of electrical conducting polymer compounds. the dependence on constants of electromagnetic interactions upon electron spacial-energy characteristics, effects of chitosan molecultural weight on rehological behavior of chitosan modified nanoclay at hight hydrated state, and more.

Advances in Kinetics and Mechanism of Chemical Reactions describes the chemical physics and/or chemistry of ten novel material or chemical systems. These ten novel material or chemical systems are examined in the context of various issues, including structure and bonding, reactivity, transport properties, polymer properties, or biological characteristics. This eclectic survey encompasses a special focus on the associated kinetics, reaction mechanism, or other chemical physics properties of these ten chosen material or chemical systems.

Intended as a reference for basic and practical knowledge about the synthesis, characterization, and applications of nanotechnology for students, engineers, and researchers, this book focuses on the production of different types of nanomaterials and their applications, particularly synthesis of different types of nanomaterials, characterization of different types of nanomaterials, applications of different types of nanomaterials, including the nanocomposites.

Soil is one of our most precious natural resources, providing a range of ecosystem functions and services, while supporting huge biodiversity. In this book, the focus is on soil management for agriculture and the environment. It also presents research investigating the interactions between soil properties, plant species, and the soil biota.

This book provides a solid understanding of recent developments in the field of composites and nanocomposites. It explains the significance of the new fillers, such as graphene and carbon nanotubes in different matrix systems. It also covers the application of these materials in biological and others fields. This detailed study of nanocomposites and their structure, processing, and characterization is suitable for engineers from all walks of life.

This book provides an abundance of information about the science and application of nanoparticles in the creation of nanocomposite materials, covering the synthesis, properties, and applications of nanomaterials. Written by experts in their fields, the chapters provide important updates on a number of aspects of nanomaterials and their practical applications to create new materials, particularly polymer composite materials.

Most tools developers want to improve the user experience but are not given the time, lack the techniques, or don't know where to begin.Designing the User Experience of Game Development Tools addresses these issues to empower tools developers to make positive steps toward improving the user experience of their tools.The book explains how to improve the user experience of game development tools. The first part of the book details the logic behind why the user experience of game tools must be improved. The second part introduces the concept of user-centered design, a process that revolves around understanding people's goals, watching them work, learning the context in which they work, and understanding how they think. Ideal for anyone who makes, uses, or benefits from game development tools, the book presents complex concepts in a manner that is accessible to those new to user experience design. The book illustrates many proven concepts and techniques using before-and-after examples from tools development to supply you with the real-world understanding you need to become a better game developer. It also describes how to get buy-in from your team. Although concepts have been simplified to make the information more easily accessible, the text includes resources in the footnotes if you want more details. The book includes access to a companion website, www.UXofGameTools.com, that contains the latest revisions for the book as well as contact information. You can also follow the official Twitter account @UXofGameTools to see the latest updates and articles related to the improvement of the user experience.

The first edition won a Shingo Prize for Excellence in Manufacturing Research. Following in the tradition of its bestselling predecessor, The Complete Lean Enterprise, Second Edition offers a step-by-step approach for implementing Lean initiatives in the service industry and office environments. This updated edition expands the use of the Value Stream Mapping (VSM) tool to the service industry and office environments. A must-read for those looking to transform your organization to one that not only sustains improvement gains but is more adaptable to shifts in market and customer needs.

This important book presents a valuable collection of new research and new trends in nanomaterials, mesoscopy, quantum chemistry, and chemical physics processes. It highlights the development of nanomaterials as well as investigation of combustion and explosion processes. It highlights new trends in processes and methods of the treatment of polymeric materials and also covers material modification, including super small quantities of metal/carbon nanocomposites as well as new information on the modeling of processes and quantum calculations. Nonlinear kinetic appearances and their applications are highlighted as well. The chapters are divided into three major sections: computational modeling, surface and interface investigations, and nanochemistry, nanomaterials, and nanostructured materials.

Provides an understanding of the main computational techniques used for processing control and automation of water systems. This book also provides practical experience of commercially available systems and includes a small-scale water systems related projects.

Compiles many different treatment options and best practices for the treatment and recycling of municipal solid waste from all over the globe, factoring in cost-effectiveness, sanitation, and environmental degradation. This book looks into innovative waste management systems from a number of developing countries.