Books published by IOS Press

This text contains the results of current research into different aspects of spine deformities, such as the etiology, pathogenesis, pathomechanism, three-dimensional imaging of the back, the biomechanics and kinematics of the normal and deformed spine and the treatment of these conditions.

Brings together several perspectives on the nature of work processes in enterprises and on how information systems can best support these processes. This volume is divided into two main sections: work and workflow, and information systems. It includes disciplines such as management, engineering computing and architecture.

International Atomic Agency (IAEA) has been working on a definition of 'nuclear security culture' so that it can be used as a tool to improve the physical protection of nuclear materials and facilities. This NATO workshop presents the views of experts with the hope to contribute to the IAEA's work and facilitate nuclear security culture worldwide.

The papers included in this publication represent windows through which others can view candid debates and discussions by Chinese scholars and public servants about current, pressing issues challenging their national and local governments.

The processes and forms of electronic publishing have been changing since the advent of the Web. In recent years, the open access movement has been a major driver of scholarly communication, and change is also evident in other fields such as e-government and e-learning. Whilst many changes are driven by technological advances, an altered social reality is also pushing the boundaries of digital publishing. With 23 articles and 10 posters, Elpub 2012 focuses on the social shaping of digital publishing and explores the interplay between culture and technology. This book contains the proceedings of the conference, consisting of 11 accepted full articles and 12 articles accepted as extended abstracts. The articles are presented in groups, and cover the topics: digital scholarship and publishing; special archives; libraries and repositories; digital texts and readings; and future solutions and innovations. Offering an overview of the current situation and exploring the trends of the future, this book will be of interest to all those whose work involves digital publishing.

This publication provides a forum for projects in the medical, biological and biomedical domains as well as for grid projects that seek to integrate these. The overall objective is to reinforce and promote the awareness of the deployment of grid technology in health. The emphasis is on results of current grid projects in health care. This will show in the outcome of field tests and will identify deployment strategies for prototype applications in health care. In addition, outstanding problem areas and technological challenges are identified and new solutions to these issues are proposed.From Grid to Healthgrid is divided in four themes:- Knowledge and Data Management- Deployments of Grids in Health- Current Projects and- Ethical, Legal, Social and Security Issues.The papers show that healthgrid has matured beyond its original projects and is now tackling some difficult problems that seemed intractable up till two years ago.

Emphasises the philosophy, advantages and limitations of the classical approach to flight control system design and analysis. This book talks about the multivariable robust control methods, which are logical and natural extensions of the classical methods.

This text examines the state of orthodontic care in Europe and suggests ideas about developing a quality system of orthodontic care for the region. It expounds the philosophy of Total Quality Management.

Aims to publish multidisciplinary discussions that contribute to improving the education of children and adults of all ages, anywhere in the world. This book surveys results in cognitive neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and educational psychology, and also examines the potential uses of broadband and mass media in supporting education.

Considers the science and technology policies necessary for defense against terrorism and other threats to security; assesses the priorities for governments, universities, national laboratories and industrial firms; and identifies how governments and the science and technology community can most effectively work together to enhance our security.

This work reports on the third congress organized by TIDE (Technology Initiative for the integration of Disabled and Elderly people). This publication covers: accessibility and design for all; users and user empowerment and involvement; and assistive technology research and development.

A discussion of whiplash trauma. The work brings together experts working in the areas of epidemiology, biomechanics, experimental and analytical research, physical modelling, and clinical aspects of whiplash injury.

Intends to examine the focus and aims that drive rehabilitation intervention and technology development. This book addresses the questions of what research is taking place to develop rehabilitation, applied technology and how we have been able to modify and measure responses in both healthy and clinical populations using these technologies.

Focuses on the following issues: Computational Electromagnetics; Electromagnetic Engineering; Coupled Field and Special Applications; Micro- and Special Devices; Bioelectromagnetics and Electromagnetic Hazard; and Magnetic Material Modelling.

Describes thermal storage technologies and outlines various aspects of thermal storage beginning with the global environment, and the history of thermal storage systems and principles of heat pumps. This book is suitable for junior building equipment engineers and equipment engineering students.

Discusses the clinical principles, human factors and technology issues associated with the use of virtual reality for assessment and treatement in neuro-psycho-physiology. The chapters are contributed by researchers who have pioneered the ideas and technology associated with this field.

This text, based on a NATO Advanced Research Workshop, describes a range of the most recent methods of science evaluation and the experience in their implementation in many countries. It should be of interest to researchers, policy-makers and practitioners of science evaluation.

This collection of 28 papers is launched by the European Telematics Applications Project HANSA, with support of the GMDS WG Hospital Information Systems and the GMDS FA Medical Informatics. Papers deal with architectural concepts, models and developments for hospital information systems.

This text discusses recent advances in the mechanisms of pain management and their application to the clinic, particularly in developing countries. Both the local traditions for curing pain and the substances used are presented in the book.

This work attempts a balanced appraisal of the sensitive issues surrounding the subject of ethics in drug research. It aims to make people involved in drug research and development think more carefully about the issues involved. The focus is on the more contentious areas of drug research.

This text discusses the use of interactive technology - such as robotics, computer vision, simulation and artificial intelligence - in health care. Such technology may influence the future of medical and surgical practice by improving access, quality and continuity of care while reducing costs.

Investigates spontaneous, unpredictable uses of technology that are driven by social contexts and collaborative processes, based on our ability to communicate our presence, both virtual and physical, in symbolic ways. This book proposes a research model of design for emergence, focusing on emergent phenomena as part of an iterative design process.

There have been many efforts to integrate XML into programming languages reaching from the simple document object model (DOM) to whole XML class generators. This work focuses on two main aspects: the seamless integration of XML and persistency concepts into the object-oriented programming language Java.

Presents the approaches and technical solutions in the area of smart home, health telematics, and enabling technologies. This book delves into the user perspective to ascertain real needs, explores the enabling technology, looks at the realization of smart homes and addresses to deliver services to persons with disabilities and elderly people.

Several case studies showed that introducing Person-Centered e-Learning (PCeL) is more demanding with respect to time, competence, and facilitative skills. This work introduces a methodology for PCeL pattern mining, description, scenario modeling using the Unified Modeling Language (UML), instantiation on learning platforms, and more.