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This volume commences with an introduction to the solution attractor theory of local search systems. Here, a local search algorithm is treated as a discrete dynamical system and its search behavior is studied from the perspective of dynamical systems. Following this, this collection examines the three-year period of 1966 to 1968 when the invariant integral of fracture mechanics became popular, as well as 2015 to 2016 when the neoclassic cosmology based on the invariant integral came about. The authors go on to argue how, in the history of philosophy, the meaning of the term to be has been disputed between two research programmes: The Platonic-Aristotelian and the Pythagorean- Parmenidean-Democritean programmes through Hobbes and Boole up to Peano. The history of science and philosophy goes hand in hand with the question of the nature of mathematical objects. By implication, this was known by the Pythagoreans, even though it was not expressed in the plane of a directly named problem. The authors propose that that strict Platonism in mathematics is not possible, though may be considered in many cases. Also in this collection, perform building-scale analysis is performed, and the use of a convex map is considered. However, partitioning an architectural space is not easy due to its ambiguity. As such, an analysis method is proposed which may decompose the space with moderate granularity. One study sets out to determine the feasibility of using a hidden Markov model to assess whether goats were in estrus. Mammalian behavior has typically been studied based on observations, but direct observation requires substantial time and effort if the number of mammals observed is high or the observations are obtained over a long period of time. Thus, a machine-learning method such as a hidden Markov model may be suitable. A literature review of electric circuits and mathematical models of electric power transmission lines is provided, approaching a classification of the models regarding the nature of their parameters and frequency dependence. These models are important in predicting the voltage and current available, which aids in meeting safety and quality demands. The authors conclude with a summary of some results concerning the problem of computing a proper rational parametrization Q from P. In particular, they present an algorithm that computes a parametrization Q of V such that deg(‑Q) ≤ deg(‑P). If deg(‑Q) = 1, then Q is proper and the reparametrization problem is solved.

Researchers and graduate students need to keep up with the advances in natural and health sciences that occur almost daily. This edited collection of state of the art chapters will provide scientists, educators, and researchers in this vital field with the most recent developments and disseminate it globally. This book, organised into nine chapters, features scientists from around the globe contributing diverse topics in mostly natural, biological and health sciences. The edited book aims at highlighting the state of the art research and recent findings in of agricultural, environmental, biological, marine and medical sciences and biotechnology, and bridging theoretical research with current applications. This edited book will be of significant value to researchers, graduate students as well as practicing scientists working in these vibrant fields.

The book presents a research study that examined the retraining and career development experiences of new and professional immigrants in Canada. The study intended to provide an in-depth perspective into the influence of immigrants optimism and self-efficacy on their retraining and career development experiences. Using a qualitative methodology, in-depth interviews were conducted and a grounded theory approach was employed to analyze the data. Central themes within participant narratives emerged and key results were introduced. Participants experiences included a myriad of barriers and challenges, yet many viewed this experience as a positive opportunity for growth and development. The results explored differences between optimists and pessimists retraining and career development experiences, as well as the role of self-efficacy within immigrants career development. Results have implications for career and vocational psychology literature, practice, and career counselling, and include suggestions for future researchers.

The future of healthcare lies in the continued progress and acceleration of adopting translational science. The two principal constructs, translational research and translational effectiveness, collectively strive towards patient-centered, effectiveness-focused and evidence-based care. Translational research is the application of scientific methods into healthcare decision-making and practice. Through these applications and methods used on the patient, translational research obtains new information that directly benefits that patient in return. This bench-to-bedside approach is specifically designed to improve health outcomes and standards of practice in healthcare to better serve the patients. It is through the utilization, dissemination, and implementation of the best evidence-based practices that will help in the understanding of intervention effectiveness. The chapters in this book highlight the transfer of basic science discovered and cutting-edge developments into clinical applications. Emphasis on continuing research, increasing transparency and accelerating the adoption of translational science into clinical practice is needed to provide the best possible care. The chapters focus on the future direction of all fields of healthcare which lies on the bench-to-bedside approach from medicine to dentistry to nursing. Translational research is at the forefront of efforts to improve patient care and is the engine of change for bringing new decision-making, practice, and technology into the field of healthcare in this new age.

The opening review included in The Pineapple: Production, Utilization and Nutritional Properties discusses the fundamental and applied aspects related to production of aroma compounds in pineapple fruit. Using different isolation techniques (vacuum distillation, simultaneous distillation-extraction, solvent extraction, dynamic headspace and headspace solid phase-microextraction), the volatile compounds are analyzed in conjunction, mainly with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry.Internal browning or blackheart is an important physiological disorder of fresh pineapple fruit occurring during low temperature storage and a limiting factor during export. The authors discuss how phytosanitary treatments including heat, cold, or ionizing radiation can be used to control quarantine pests for market access.Various classes of bioactive metabolites from pineapple reported in the scientific literature (and their nutritional properties) are discussed. The effects of these metabolites on human health are vital, and thus it is extremely important to understand their nutraceutical potential and future applications.Lastly, the authors propose that the incorporation of pineapple peel flour into cooked meat products enhances moisture and texture, and improves probiotic survival during storage. Similarly, the antioxidant capacity of pineapple peel flour enhances lipid rancidity in cooked meat products.

The determination of olive oil authenticity is currently carried out using techniques that provide data regarding its quality, sensory attributes, and composition. Such analytical techniques include: Volatile compound analysis using SPME-GC/MS, stable carbon isotope ratio analysis (SCIRA), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), specific natural isotopic fractionation nuclear magnetic resonance (SNIF/NMR), proton transfer mass spectrometry (PTR/MS), isotope ratio mass spectroscopy (IRMS), gas chromatography (GC), high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), high performance liquid chromatography/ mass spectroscopy (HPLC/MS), inductively coupled plasma spectroscopy (ICP) as well as DNA techniques.