Books published by John Wiley & Sons Inc

Live up to your definition of greatness and inspire the best in the people around you.In The Seven Crucibles: An Inspirational Game Plan for Overcoming Adversity in Your Life, NFL fullback and motivational speaker Alec Ingold delivers a hands-on playbook for conquering every obstacle that stands between you and success, on the playing field and in life. You'll learn to utilize your own story of trials and tribulations to help embrace the changes to create future success. These lessons will help you face your biggest fears and sustain motivation on your path to personal and professional growth.In the book, you'll find:* A set of practical tools the author used to climb to the top of one of the most punishing arenas in global athletics and lessons for applying them to your everyday life* Strategies for creating a mindset that rewards resilience and perseverance, and leaves unrealistic perfectionism behind* Ways to reflect on your own accomplishments and shortcomings to help you learn from the past and build the future you wantAn essential resource for students and professional athletes, The Seven Crucibles will also earn a place on the bookshelves of business, military, academic, government, and educational leaders hoping to coax the best out of themselves and the people they lead.

Design better organizations with humans at the centerIn Strategies for Organization Design: Using the Peopletecture Model to Improve Collaboration and Performance, EY's People Advisory Principal, Dr. Tiffany McDowell, delivers an insightful exploration of organization design. Dr. McDowell combines expertise in both applied management and psychology to solve stubborn company challenges with practical solutions. Readers will have the opportunity to apply these solutions immediately to create positive impact, deal with rapid change, and consistently innovate at scale.In the book, you'll learn to:* Accelerate organizational transformation in a data-driven and evidence-based way* Make your organization's work mean and matter more to the people doing it* Use insights drawn from network science, human motivation, behavioral economics, and organization theory to drive meaningful collaborationA groundbreaking, yet accessible new approach to building an exciting, innovative, and future-proofed organization, Strategies for Organization Design deserves a place in the hands of managers, executives, and other business leaders--as well as the consultants and specialists who serve them and their companies--who are looking for hands-on solutions twenty-first century business challenges.

INTEGRATION OF MECHANICAL AND MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING WITH IOTThe book provides researchers, professionals, and students with a resource on the basic principles of IoT and its applications, as well as a guide to practicing engineers who want to understand how the Internet of Things can be implemented for different fields of mechanical and manufacturing engineering.This book broadly explores the latest developments of IoT and its integration into mechanical and manufacturing engineering. It details the fundamental concepts and recent developments in IoT & Industry 4.0 with special emphasis on the mechanical engineering platform for such issues as product development and manufacturing, environmental monitoring, automotive applications, energy management, and renewable energy sectors. Topics and related concepts are portrayed comprehensively so that readers can develop expertise and knowledge in the field of IoT. It is packed with reference tables and schematic diagrams for the most commonly used processes and techniques, thereby providing a resource on the basic principles and application of IoT in manufacturing sectors.AudienceThe book will be read by academic researchers, industry engineers, and R&D personnel in materials, information and technology, artificial intelligence, and manufacturing. The book will greatly assist graduate students.

Helps to develop new perspectives and a deeper understanding of organic chemistry Instructors and students alike have praised Perspectives on Structure and Mechanism in Organic Chemistry because it motivates readers to think about organic chemistry in new and exciting ways.

3D Printing of Pharmaceutical and Drug Delivery Devices Discover the latest, fast-developing technology to help move towards more cost-effective, small-batch, decentralized manufacturing of personalized systems 3D printing has revolutionized manufacturing. Its precision and flexibility have enabled the large-scale production of materials and devices too complex for conventional industrial manufacturing. This has been particularly revolutionary in the field of pharmaceutical production, where 3D printing is being integrated into the manufacture of both drugs and drug delivery devices. It has never been more important for industry professionals to understand this form of production. 3D Printing of Pharmaceuticals and Drug Delivery Devices: Progress from Bench to Bedside offers a comprehensive overview of 3D printing technology and its pharmaceutical applications. It introduces readers to a world in which bespoke drug delivery systems developed for specific users or conditions is rapidly becoming a reality. Its detailed coverage of strategies and industrial processes incorporates the latest research and real-world experience of production. 3D Printing of Pharmaceuticals and Drug Delivery Devices: Progress from Bench to Bedside readers will also find: A multi-disciplinary authorial team of industry leadersDiscussion of common technical and regulatory barriers and their possible solutionsFar-ranging discussion of pharmaceutical applications across all sectors 3D Printing of Pharmaceuticals and Drug Delivery Devices: Progress from Bench to Bedside is essential reading for pharmaceutical industry professionals and researchers looking to occupy the leading edge.

This isn't your average teaching book. With a fun, comic-book-inspired layout, Teaching Is for Superheroes! skips the information overload and gives you practical action steps for igniting enthusiasm in your K-12 classroom and achieving your professional goals. Now more than ever, teachers are in high demand--yet the threat of burnout still looms large. This book will help you keep the spark alive, engaging you in a deeper examination of education by way of entertaining superhero archetypes and tropes. What's your teaching origin story? Your secret identity? Your powers, weaknesses, nemeses? The teachers-as-superheroes metaphor provides a rich venue through which you can thoughtfully analyze your purpose and pedagogy.This high quality, eye-catching book offers you an inspirational springboard for practical insight and application in the classroom. You'll gain ideas for surviving your first year, navigating social media as a teacher, interacting productively with colleagues and parents, using tech in the classroom, prioritizing self-care, harnessing your teacher "superpowers," and even dressing for teaching success. The school setting may not be as glamorous as the futurist skyscrapers, alien planets, or alternate universes we see in movies and comics, but the adventure is just as exciting--and best of all, it's real!* Gain teaching insights, tips, and advice in an entertaining, superhero-inspired format* Identify your teaching superpowers and weaknesses, and learn to lean on others when needed* Explore the "universe" of teaching to understand where you fit in and how you can leave your legacy* Equip yourself with the gadgets and gizmos you need to sharpen your skills and power up your classroomCurrent and future K-12 educators--pick up Teaching Is for Superheroes!, put on your cape, and start saving the world, one class at a time.

A comprehensive perspective on human nature by one of the undisputed masters of the psychological sciencesThe final book by psychology's most eminent modern figure, Dr. Albert Bandura, is the definitive concise presentation of his theoretical views. In Social Cognitive Theory: An Agentic Perspective on Human Nature, Bandura explains how his half-century of research and theory on the determinants of thought and action highlight people's capacity for agency: the ability to exert control over one's actions and the courses of one's development. He further explains how his basic theory and research have been applied, world-wide, for the betterment of the human condition.Readers will find:* A thorough introduction to the author's agentic-perspective on human nature* Dr. Bandura's theoretical analyses of moral behavior and moral disengagement* Applications of the basic principles of Social Cognitive Theory to personal and social change for human bettermentAn essential and groundbreaking resource for educational, health, and personality psychologists, Social Cognitive Theory: An Agentic Perspective on Human Nature will also prove indispensable to social and industrial/organizational psychologists.

Hands-on tips and easy recipes for keto-fueled health and energy!Millions of people have already benefited from the low-carb ketogenic diet. They've lost weight, increased their energy levels, got their Type 2 diabetes under control, and so much more. And if you're looking for an easy and fun way to get started with keto, look no further than the Keto Cookbook For Dummies!In this book, you'll find 150 delicious keto recipes, from cheesy egg casserole to a keto-inspired berry cobbler. You'll also discover expert tips on meal planning and preventing common ailments with simple adjustments to your diet. You'll even learn how to use your Instant Pot and air fryer to make full-flavor, low-carb keto dishes.The book also shows you how to:* Swap in tasty keto alternatives for unhealthy ingredients* Make keto snacks and appetizers that give you a huge, long-lasting energy boost when you need it most* Prepare yummy keto sauces and staples you can make ahead of time and freeze for easy meal-prep during the weekFor everyone trying their best to get a handle on their health, weight, and nutrition, Keto Cookbook For Dummies is a must-have companion for busy families, professionals, and anyone else who just wants to live a healthier, more energetic life.

Inspire generosity to ignite growthIn High-Growth Fundraising the Silicon Valley Way: Unlocking Stock, Crypto, and More for Your Non-Profit, Church, or School, pastor and social benefit fundraising expert Vance Roush delivers an in-depth, hands-on guide to raising money for your church or non-profit through both cash and non-cash donations. You'll learn new strategies to multiply your fundraising efforts and expand your donations to assets like stock and cryptocurrency.In the book, Roush shows you how to get started building a financial base with early believers and develop a culture of giving by fostering excellence across your organization. You'll also discover:* Strategies for casting a big vision that inspires big donations* Ways to build a giving infrastructure that makes generosity frictionless across all types of donated assets* Modern and effective fundraising tactics, like building faith and finding efficienciesAn essential resource for fundraising professionals, pastors, executive directors of nonprofit organizations, and church leaders, High-Growth Fundraising the Silicon Valley Way will earn a place on the bookshelves of anyone looking to apply exciting new ideas to fund their organizations' missions and visions.

Easier than dipping your thumb in green paint Indoor plants can brighten your space, give you something to nurture, and improve your well-being. This book shows you how to take good care of your plant babies. In easy-to-understand terms, you'll learn how to make tropical plants, indoor trees, cacti, succulents, and other fascinating flora feel right at home. And, if the greener members of your household start to show signs of illness, you can turn to this guide to find out what's wrong and help them perk back up. Future plant whisperer, this book is for you. Inside... Exploring plant care fundamentals Choosing the plants for you Identifying common plants Giving your plants the required light Potting with the right soil Addressing pests & diseases Using plants for home decor

Become a savvy trader and make money in both up and down marketsThese days, the market is volatile, and you need to know how to ride the waves and navigate the changing tides. Trading For Dummies is for investors in search of a clear guide to trading stocks in any type of market. Inside, you'll get sample stock charts, position trading tips and techniques, and fresh ways to analyze trends and indicators. Learn how to make smart decisions by identifying the stocks, bonds, funds, and commodities that will net you the maximum gain. Assume more risk, reap more benefits, build a more aggressive portfolio, and enjoy the greater gains that come with short- and medium-term trading methods.* Learn about due diligence, key indicator analysis, and reading market trends* Trade successfully in downward market trends and during recessions* Use the latest tools to create your own charts and make smart decisions* Profit from ETFs, bonds, and commodities, along with good old-fashioned stocksThis is a perfect Dummies guide for experienced and novice traders and investors seeking the most-up-to-date information on trading wisely in any market.

An insightful and illuminating discussion of the impact humans have had on EarthIn A Primer on Human Impacts on the Environment: The Conceptual Approach, distinguished environmental scientist Liam Heneghan explores the intricate relationships between humanity and Earth in an accessible and engaging style. Replete with real-world examples and drawing from classic and contemporary scholarship, the author adapts the fundamental conceptual models of the environmental disciplines to assess the risks human beings are taking with their home planet. The conceptual approach of this primer challenges readers to think across multiple disciplines to reveal the ?big picture? that is all too often lost in the details of contemporary environmental studies.Readers will also find:* A thorough introduction to conceptual modeling, showing how systems models can be adapted and applied in a rapidly changing world* Comprehensive explorations of the human impact on the Earth, including an examination of possible ecological limits and planetary boundaries* In-depth evaluations of environmental risks, especially, though not limited to, climate change and biodiversity loss* A guide to contemplating catastrophic risk and the potential for societal collapse without inducing unnecessary anxiety* An interdisciplinary focus, emphasizing the role of the natural and social sciences, as well as the arts and humanistic disciplines in safeguarding the futurePerfect for students of environmental science and environmental studies, A Primer on Human Impacts on the Environment will also earn a place in the libraries of graduate students working on environmental themes and practicing professionals in the environmental management community.

RELIABILITY EVALUATION OF DYNAMIC SYSTEMS EXCITED IN TIME DOMAIN - REDSETMulti-disciplinary approach to structural reliability analysis for dynamic loadings offering a practical alternative to the random vibration theory and simulationReliability Evaluation of Dynamic Systems Excited in Time Domain - REDSET is a multidisciplinary concept that enables readers to estimate the underlying risk that could not be solved in the past. The major hurdle was that the required limit state functions (LSFs) are implicit in nature and the lack of progress in the reliability evaluation methods for this class of problems. The most sophisticated deterministic analysis requires that the dynamic loadings must be applied in the time domain. To satisfy these requirements, REDSET is developed. Different types and forms of dynamic loadings including seismic, wind-induced wave, and thermomechanical loading in the form of heating and cooling of solder balls used in computer chips are considered to validate REDSET. Time domain representations and the uncertainty quantification procedures including the use of multiple time histories are proposed and demonstrated for all these dynamic loadings. Both onshore and offshore structures are used for validation. The potential of REDSET is demonstrated for implementing the Performance Based Seismic Design (PBSD) concept now under development in the United States. For wider multidisciplinary applications, structures are represented by finite elements to capture different types of nonlinearity more appropriately. Any computer program capable of conducting nonlinear time domain dynamic analysis can be used, and the underlying risk can be estimated with the help of several dozens or hundreds of deterministic finite element analyses, providing an alternative to the simulation approach. To aid comprehension of REDSET, numerous illustrative examples and solution strategies are presented in each chapter. Written by award-winning thought leaders from academia and professional practice, the following sample topics are included:* Fundamentals of reliability assessment including set theory, modeling of uncertainty, the risk-based engineering design concept, and the evolution of reliability assessment methods* Implicit performance or limit state functions are expressed explicitly by the extensively modified response surface method with several new experimental designs* Uncertainty quantification procedures with multiple time histories for different dynamic loadings, illustrated with examples* The underlying risk can be estimated using any computer program representing structures by finite elements with only few deterministic analyses* REDSET is demonstrated to be an alternative to the classical random vibration concept and the basic simulation procedure for risk estimation purposes* REDSET changes the current engineering design paradigm. Instead of conducting one deterministic analysis, a design can be made more dynamic load tolerant, resilient, and sustainable with the help of a few additional deterministic analysesThis book describing REDSET is expected to complement two other books published by Wiley and authored by Haldar and Mahadevan: Probability, Reliability and Statistical Methods in Engineering Design and Reliability Assessment Using Stochastic Finite Element Analysis. The book is perfect to use as a supplementary resource for upper-level undergraduate and graduate level courses on reliability and risk-based design.

The modern K-12 teacher's must-have guide to teach students how to ask questions, weigh the evidence, and think critically and independentlyStudents and teachers alike face a dilemma: Why think deeply when we can just take a shortcut by googling something? Why read an article when we can learn from a social media headline? If, as educators, we want to encourage our students to value thoughtfulness and to embrace the effort it takes to reach deep understandings, we must model that behavior ourselves. In Never Stop Asking, author Dr. Nathan Lang-Raad shows K-12 teachers how human brains like to take mental shortcuts, known as heuristics, that allow the brain to save energy and perform more efficiently. These heuristics, however, can lead to illogical thinking, cognitive biases, and fallacies that can hinder critical thinking.Never Stop Asking: Teaching Students to be Better Critical Thinkers is the armor we need to defend ourselves and our students against the all-too-tempting shortcuts that the digital age has to offer, employing strategies to consistently and explicitly support teaching critical thinking and weaving it into the everyday landscape of your classroom. Let's ensure that the students of today will be the skilled thinkers of tomorrow.* Learn about common psychological shortcuts and biases that hinder students and teachers alike* Discover the logic and the science behind critical thinking and why it leads to better outcomes* Gain strategies to bring critical thinking into the classroom and help students build patience, discipline, and skill* Acknowledge and embrace the digital age in your teaching--without falling victim to its downsidesThis is an engaging and important book for K-12 teachers and instructional coaches. Teacher training programs can also be enhanced by the practical wisdom and easy-to-implement strategies inside.

Take control of diabetes with advice you can trust If you're living with prediabetes or type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're not alone. Diabetes For Dummies is your informative companion as you navigate this chronic condition (or help a loved one). This book covers the latest advances in diabetes management including medications, monitoring, self-testing, surgery, and updated nutritional guidelines. You'll be empowered to maintain optimal health and truly thrive despite your diagnosis. Enjoy easy-to-implement eating plans complete with delicious, chef-driven recipes and exercise advice that will enrich your life. This accessible guide will make you the expert in your own diabetes care. Inside... All about glucose levels Preventing complications Mouth-watering meal plans New treatment options Managing diabetes in children, while pregnant, and as you age Holistic, person-centered approach Making reversal and remission a reality

Praise for Cultures of Thinking in Action "How do we empower and support adults in deep learning so that they will create the same conditions for students in their classrooms? In Cultures of Thinking in Action, Ron Ritchhart provides the roadmap to help move us beyond one-off performative 'thinking' strategies toward transformative habits of mind and practice for both teachers and students that create the conditions for deep learning."-Zaretta Hammond, Author, Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain: Promoting Authentic Engagement and Rigor Among Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students "Internationally renowned leader of Making Thinking Visible and Teaching for Understanding work, Ron Ritchhart begins this book by reminding us that there is no quick fix to promote thinking and understanding-we must cultivate school cultures that empower teachers and students to think and work deeply together. Thankfully, he then provides hundreds of concrete practices, routines, structures, and questions to guide us in creating classroom and school cultures of deeper thinking and learning."-Ron Berger, Senior Advisor for Teaching & Learning at EL Education, and Co-author, Leaders of Their Own Learning "As of this writing, I have been a professional educator for 51 ¿ years, and a long-time advocate for the cultivation of thinking. Cultures of Thinking in Action is one of the finest books on this topic I have read. If you value a thoughtful education, you'll savor this book."-Jay McTighe, Educational Consultant and Co-author of the Understanding by Design series Building on the framework presented in the bestselling Creating Cultures of Thinking, this new book helps educators understand how a culture of thinking looks and feels, and how to nurture its development. Much more than a simple "how-to" resource, Cultures of Thinking in Action dives deep into the why, how, and what of creating a culture of thinking. It's perfect for any educator seeking to maximize the impact they can have.

DEVELOPMENT OF GEOPOLYMER FROM POND ASH-THERMAL POWERPLANT WASTEExplains how geopolymer technologies using industrial waste obtained from thermal power plants become cementitious materials in construction sectors for civil engineers.Utilization of waste materials has become a global challenge since they endanger our environment. In this book, the authors demonstrate how to utilize fly ash/pond ash (waste materials from thermal power plants) to produce a novel material called 'Geopolymer' (GP). Red mud, slags, etc., are mixed with fly ash to produce GP with enhanced strength. As shown in a few European countries, GP can replace cement, and some permanent structures constructed with GP are now appearing in a few advanced countries. GP, and geopolymer concrete, is considered suitable for the construction of roads, buildings, etc., and will eventually, fully or partially, replace cement.The book highlights the mechanism of the formation of GP from pond ash. Properties of structures made with GP concrete are found to be comparable to those made with cement concrete. Systematic investigations are presented to understand the chemistry of GP formation with pond ash materials. Performances of these materials above ambient temperature, as well as with different environmental conditions, are also evaluated.AudienceThe book will be used by civil engineers in the construction and ceramic industries, as well as the industrial waste sector. Researchers in materials science, structural and civil engineering, environmental science, and ceramic engineering, will also benefit. Additionally, the book is suitable for graduate courses in civil engineering.

Pharmacological Studies in Natural Oral CareEdited by a natural product scientist, clinician, pharmacologist and a dental surgeon, the book helps oral care specialists to implement safe and effective natural medicine therapies to complement current practice guidelines.With oral care specialists focusing their attention on the interdisciplinary connections between oral health, heart health, gastrointestinal health, etc., and with increasing antibiotic resistance and stronger antibiotics now reserved for serious active infection, the importance of herbal antibiotics is increasing exponentially. This book helps to implement safe and effective natural medicine therapies to complement the current practice guidelines.Pharmacological Studies in Natural Oral Care is a comprehensive compilation and explores all the measures to utilize the natural oral care obtained from plants, animals, and mineral drugs for dental care. Herbal extracts are used in dentistry for reducing inflammation, as antimicrobial plaque agents, for preventing the release of histamine, and as antiseptics, antioxidants, antimicrobials, antifungals, antibacterials, antivirals and analgesics. They also aid in healing and are effective in controlling microbial plaque in gingivitis and periodontitis, thereby improving immunity.AudienceThis important new book will be invaluable to medicinal chemists, pharmacologists, natural product formulation scientists, dental surgeons, orthodontists, periodontists, endodontists, prosthodontists, maxillofacial surgeons, dentists, oral hygienists, as well as a reference for the pharmaceutical/ herbal industries and dental libraries.

The book highlights the properties of sustainable materials for the production of commercial electrochemical capacitors. Sustainable Materials for Electrochemical Capacitors details the progress in the usage of ubiquitous environmentally sustainable materials. Due to their cost effectiveness, flexible forms, frequent accessibility, and environmentally friendly nature, electrochemical capacitors with significant surface areas of their carbon components are quite common. Many novel ways for using bio-derived components in highly efficient electrochemical capacitors are being established as a consequence of current research, and this book provides details of all these developments. The book provides: A broad overview of properties explored for the development of electrochemical capacitors; Introduces potential applications of electrochemical capacitors; Highlights sustainable materials exploited for the production of electrochemical capacitors; Presents commercial potential of electrochemical capacitors. Audience This is a useful guide for engineers, materials scientists, physicists, and innovators, who are linked to the development and applications of electrochemical capacitors.

The second edition of Biosensors Nanotechnology comprises 20 chapters and discusses a wide range of applications exploited by biosensors based on nanoparticles including new domains of bionics, power production and computing. The biosensor industry began as a small, niche activity in the 1980s and has since developed into a large, global industry. Nanomaterials have substantially improved not only non-pharmaceutical and healthcare uses, but also telecommunications, paper, and textile manufacturing. Biological sensing assists in the understanding of living systems and is used in a variety of sectors, including medicine, drug discovery, process control, environmental monitoring, food safety, military and personal protection. It allows for new opportunities in bionics, power generation and computing, all of which will benefit from a greater understanding of the bio-electronic relationship, as advances in communications and computational modeling enable us to reconsider how healthcare is offered and R&D and manufacturing are enhanced. In this fast-evolving discipline, the combination of nanoscale materials with biosensor technology has gained a lot of traction. Nanostructures have been used to increase the adherence of biosensor materials to electrode surfaces, print nano barcodes on biomaterials, increase the pace of bio-responses, and amplify the electric signal. Some of the topics discussed in the book include: Bioreceptors for Cells; Bioreceptors for Enzymatic Interactions; Dendrimer-Based Nanomaterials for Biosensors; Biosensors in 2D Photonic Crystals; Bioreceptors for Affinity Binding in Theranostic Development; Biosensors for Glucose Monitoring; Metal-Free Quantum Dots-Based Nanomaterials for Biosensors; Bioreceptors for Microbial Biosensors; Plasmonic Nanomaterials in Sensors; Magnetic Biosensors; Biosensors for Salivary Biomarker Detection of Cancer and Neurodegenerative Diseases; Design and Development of Fluorescent Chemosensors for the Recognition of Biological Amines and Their Cell Imaging Studies; Application of Optical Nanoprobes for Supramolecular Biosensing; In Vivo Applications for Nanomaterials in Biosensors; Biosensor and Nanotechnology for Diagnosis of Breast Cancer; Bioreceptors for Antigen-Antibody Interactions; Biosensors for Paint and Pigment Analysis; Bioreceptors for Tissue; Biosensors for Pesticide Detection; and Advances in Biosensor Applications for Agroproducts Safety. Audience The book is written for a large and broad readership including researchers, industry engineers, and university graduate students from diverse backgrounds such as chemistry, materials science, physics, pharmacy, medical science, biomedical engineering, electronics engineering, and nanotechnology.

The book describes the state-of-the-art analyses of high-density supercapacitors. In the near future, high-energy density materials will be required to accommodate the increased demand for gadgets, hybrid cars, and massive electrical energy storage systems. Fuel cells, supercapacitors, and batteries have the highest energy densities, but traditional capacitors have gained attention for intermittent energy harvesting owing to their high energy transfer rate and quick charging/discharging capability. The large amount of electric breakdown strength and modest remnant polarization are keys to the high energy density in dielectric capacitors. Above 100 C or 212 F, polymer dielectric capacitors become unstable and begin to suffer a dielectric breakdown. Hence, dielectric ceramics are the sole viable option for high-temperature applications. This book provides a basic understanding of dielectric-based energy harvesting. After a detailed analysis of the state-of-the-art, it proceeds to explain the specific strategies to enhance energy storage features, including managing the local structure and phases assembly, raising the dielectric width, and enhancing microstructure and electrical uniformity. Also discussed is the need for novel materials with applications in high-density supercapacitors. Audience The book is designed for engineers, industrialists, physicists, scientists, and researchers who work on the applications of high-density supercapacitors.

ELECTROMAGNETIC METAMATERIALSThe book presents an overview of metamaterials current state of development in several domains of application such as electromagnetics, electrical engineering, classical optics, microwave and antenna engineering, solid-state physics, materials sciences, and optoelectronics.Metamaterials have become a hot topic in the scientific community in recent years due to their remarkable electromagnetic properties. Metamaterials have the ability to alter electromagnetic and acoustic waves in ways that bulk materials cannot.Electromagnetic Metamaterials: Properties and Applications discusses a wide range of components to make metamaterial-engineered devices. It gives an overview of metamaterials' current stage of development in a variety of fields such as remote aerospace applications, medical appliances, sensor detectors and monitoring devices of infrastructure, crowd handling, smart solar panels, radomes, high-gain antennas lens, high-frequency communication on the battlefield, ultrasonic detectors, and structures to shield from earthquakes.AudienceResearchers and engineers in electromagnetic and electrical engineering, classical optics, microwave and antenna engineering, solid-state physics, materials sciences, and optoelectronics.

LEARN TO SURVIVE-AND THRIVE-DURING CHALLENGING TIMES AS A SALES PROFESSIONAL Selling in a Crisis: 55 Ways to Stay Motivated and Increase Sales in Volatile Times is a hands-on guide for sales professionals doing their best to navigate challenging personal and professional struggles even as they do everything they can to hit their numbers and maintain sales performance. In the book, you'll learn how to survive-and thrive-during those days, weeks, and months where everything seems to go wrong all at once. The author explains practical strategies for how to turn setbacks, defeats, adversity, and failure into an opportunity to demonstrate your professionalism and sales skill. You'll discover how to "look up and get up" as you set and achieve activity targets that ensure you're engaging prospects and advancing deals with the same, or greater, regularity and consistency than your colleagues. An insightful and engaging discussion of how to transform life's most difficult moments into chances to prove your dedication to your work and to your team, Selling in a Crisis belongs in the libraries of sales professionals, sales team leaders, managers, and other business leaders responsible for generating revenue.

A must-have guide to succeeding at school leadership without sacrificing personal balanceReports of burnout, stress, and compassion fatigue are on the rise. These issues push many out of the profession, leading to high turnover and sub-optimal student outcomes. How can school leaders combat these problems? Leaders can manager their own wellness and priorities. Healthy leaders who learn balance can create motivation, confidence, quality collaboration, and enthusiasm among staff and other stakeholders. Principal in Balance offers principals strategies and tools to take more ownership of their lives at work and home, so everyone in the K-12 educational community can thrive.Nationally Distinguished Principal and four-time author Jessica Cabeen shows you how to navigate leading at work and having a fulfilling life. Throughout the book, you gain actionable points to help you set achievable goals, find time in the day to accomplish them, and have time to enjoy rest at home. You'll learn to better meet the needs of your administration, staff, parents, and students using intentional and creative actions without sacrificing yourself.* Learn to balance work and life to create higher productivity* Gain proven tips for successful goal setting, staff retention, and student learning* Discover lead-to-win strategies that can help you improve your leadership in all areas* Make intentional space in your daily life for self-care and permission to restPrincipal in Balance offers a practical, timely approach by a school leader for school leaders to cultivate work/life balance. This book is an essential companion for K-12 school leaders and administrators, aspiring school leaders, and teacher trainers.

Save lives, earn money, stay in shape, and have fun as a lifeguardLifeguarding For Dummies will give you insight into what it takes to be a lifeguard, and how to train and prepare to be a lifesaver. Lifeguarding is a fun, challenging, and rewarding job that gives you the unique ability to provide your community with a safe place to swim. It also requires quick decision-making and provides you with valuable lifelong skills, such as CPR and first aid, leadership, strong communication, and teamwork. This book walks you through the process of training, preparing for certification, and finding a job as a lifeguard. Good lifeguards are in high demand right now--check out this great job with the help of Dummies.* Learn about the essential skills that are needed to become a lifeguard* Decide whether lifeguarding is the right job for you* Understand the basic types of lifeguarding jobs and how to get certified* Try fun swimming workouts to get you prepared for lifeguarding testsThis fun book is perfect for anyone who wants to explore the possibility of becoming a lifeguard, gain some basic knowledge and prep for tests, and learn about the lifestyle of the lifeguarding community.

The talent professional's one-stop reference for best practices and tipsHuman Resources Kit For Dummies is the guide talent pros turn to for improving their leadership across the businesses they serve. The world of HR is full of unforeseen challenges, and this For Dummies reference will help you to handle them with grace and professionalism. This book provides tips and tricks for creating an engaging employee experience from the get-go, prioritizing employee well-being and health, navigating the recent wave of resignations, and implementing better hiring practices. In this new era of virtual offices, you'll also learn to implement remote and hybrid onboarding and work models. Plus, you'll explore HR technologies, learning and development strategies that get results, hiring ethics, diversity and inclusion best practices, social media uses and policies, and beyond.* Learn all the functions of the human resources role* Discover new software, HR best practices, and employment trends* Make your organization more ethical with diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives* Get insights on how to navigate remote workers and other common HR challengesNew and working HR professionals will love this friendly, easy-to-read resource for developing HR skills. If you're a business owner, this book can also help you recruit, hire, and retain the right people, or build an HR function that gets results!