Books published by WILEY

This edited book consists of a collection of original articles written by leading industry and academic experts in the area of climate investing. The chapters introduce the reader to some of the latest research developments in the area of low-carbon investing and climate change solutions. Each chapter deals with new methods for estimating portfolio carbon footprints, constructing Paris-aligned equity and multi-asset portfolios and hedging climate risks. This title will be of great help to portfolio managers, asset owners and consultants, as well as academics and students who want to improve their knowledge and understanding of climate investing.

"Enjoyable and consistently stimulating, presenting complex arguments in ways that will be accessible to just about any reader, The Virtues of Captain America is popular philosophy of a high order." John Gray, New Statesman "Interesting, stimulating, convincing, well-written, and well-documented" Alain Marciano, The Journal of Popular Culture "An intriguing look at one of the most iconic and misunderstood characters in the history of comics." J.M. DeMatteis, Writer--Captain America In The Virtues of Captain America, philosopher and pop culture expert Mark D. White explores Captain America's personal morality within a virtue ethics framework, delving into the moral and political philosophy behind 80 years of Captain America comics and movies in a light-hearted, often humorous tone. Requiring no background in philosophy or familiarity with the source material, The Virtues of Captain America explores the virtues that "Cap" exemplifies, his moral character, his ethical code, his ongoing battle with fascism, his personal vision of patriotism and the "American Dream," his sense of honor, and much more. Throughout the book, White argues that the core principles and judgment exhibited by Captain America in the 1940s remain highly relevant in the twenty-first century. This second edition is updated to include recent developments in Captain America's story, featuring many examples from the last ten years of his appearances in Marvel Comics. Entirely new material offers insights into the recent "Secret Empire" storyline, such as how Captain America's character and virtues were affected by the fascist organization Hydra, as well as Sam Wilson (formerly the Falcon) taking on the role of Captain America as he teams up with his fellow Avengers. Showing us how Captain America stands for the basic ideals of America, not its politics or government, The Virtues of Captain America is essential reading for everyone wanting to address the personal and political issues of today with integrity, honor, and respect.

PRAISE FOR AI FIRST, HUMAN ALWAYS "AI First, Human Always isn't about new tools, it's about a new mindset. Carter shows how AI rewires business DNA, making creation smarter and customer-centric. Skip this book at your peril." -GUY KAWASAKI, Chief Evangelist of Canva and Former Chief Evangelist of Apple, and host of Remarkable People "Being AI First represents a fundamental shift, not only in technology, but in how we understand, engage and address problems and value creation. It is an evolutionary leap, where intelligence is an embedded core component, driving a continuous cycle of innovation, anticipation and adaptation, that allows us to transcend limitations and create unprecedented value. As Sandy states in this visionary yet practical book, it is about creating experiences that transform the ordinary into the extraordinary." -JOSE CARVALHO, Chair of Applied AI, The Digital Economist "Drawing on her leadership roles at Fortune 100 companies including AWS and IBM, Sandy Carter demonstrates how AI can drive innovation, streamline operations, and enhance customer experiences, while emphasizing the need to balance AI's capabilities with human creativity and intuition. AI First is an essential playbook for any leader looking to strategize the future of their AI-enabled business." -DR. JULIE M. ALBRIGHT, Digital Sociologist, USC "Sandy's book, AI First, Human Always, is a captivating journey through the many stories that demonstrate the power of AI in action. The book brilliantly balances practical steps for today with visionary insights for the future, much like my own approach to integrating current technologies with forward-thinking solutions. Sandy's ability to connect AI's immediate potential with its transformative possibilities makes this a must-read for anyone interested in the future of technology." -DR. LUKE SOON, Partner, PwC and Global AI Ethicist "She rocked. She roared. And brought people into the future." -ROBERT SCOBLE, AI Futurist "With AI First, Human Always Sandy doesn't just dive into the tech; she provides actionable insights on how AI will reshape every experience and function in our lives. It's a must-read for anyone looking to understand the real impact of this transformative technology." -CATHY HACKL, AI, Tech and gaming executive, known in tech circles as the Godmother of the Metaverse "AI First, Human Always by Sandy is a game-changer for enterprise leaders. It offers clear actions and the latest insights on achieving AI project success, ROI, and more. A must-have guide for navigating AI's impact on business." -R "RAY" WANG, multi-bestselling author and CEO of Constellation Research, Inc.

Create content and build a YouTube channel like a pro Written by a successful YouTube channel producer, YouTube Channels For Dummies shows you how to create content, establish a channel, build an audience, and successfully monetize video content online. Beginning with the basics, it shows you how to establish a channel, join a partner program, and develop a content plan. Next, you'll gain insight into how to create content that builds a channel, enhance the viral nature of a video, encourage subscriptions, and earn repeat views. If that weren't enough, you'll go on even further to learn how to get the word out about your channel and discover ways to enhance your potential profits. That's a lot of info but it's easily digestible and simple to put into practice when it's provided in the accessible and trusted For Dummies format. YouTube is the third most-visited website on the Internet, making it prime real estate for anyone seeking customers, celebrity, or education. If you want to harness this irresistible platform and reach a global platform, YouTube Channels For Dummies makes it easy. In no time, you'll have the know-how to create a YouTube channel with regular subscribers who watch, re-watch, and share your videos. Includes ten easy tips for growing a raptured YouTube audience Details how to enhance the viral nature of a video Shows you how to create and maintain a YouTube channel that generates views and revenue Written by the producer of a leading YouTube channel

Learn the synthesis, characterization, scaling mechanisms, and applications of green antiscalants to be utilized in modern industrial platforms Scale formation, or mineral accumulation on the interior surfaces of water lines and containers, is a serious and expensive hazard in numerous industries. The prevention and elimination of scales has long been a major project demanding the production of antiscalant materials; increasing awareness of the toxicity of traditional antiscalants, however, and rising environmental consciousness has increased demand for green antiscalants. It's an exciting time for new chemists and chemical engineers to get involved in this growing field. Industrial Scale Inhibition provides a comprehensive introduction to existing and ongoing developments in green antiscalants. With coverage of synthesis, characterization, and many more subjects, it promises to make a serious contribution to environmentally conscious industry. The range of environmentally alternatives to traditional toxic antiscalants is explored and analyzed in this crucial volume. Industrial Scale Inhibition readers will also find: Detailed coverage of both synthetic and natural antiscalantsUp-to-date reference material including pertinent websites and connections to the latest researchAnalysis of plant extracts, natural polymers, oleochemicals, and many more Industrial Scale Inhibition is a useful reference for chemists and chemical engineers working in research and development and academia, as well as high-level researchers working in the fields of material science and engineering, nanotechnology, energy, environment, colloid sciences, among others.

Popular leadership blogger gives the low-down on standing up for yourself In Pushback, top leadership consultant Selena Rezvani argues that self-advocacy is critical to success. Yet women initiate negotiations four times less often than men, resulting in getting less of what they want promotion opportunities, plum assignments, and higher pay. This book shines a light on the real rules of holding your own and pushing back for what is rightfully yours. Drawing on interviews with high-level leaders, Rezvani offers readers in the first half of their career the unedited truth about how women have asked their way to the top and triumphed and how you can too. Includes interviews with top business leaders such as Marie Chandoha, CEO of Charles Schwab Investment Management; Cindi Bigelow, President of Bigelow Tea Company; Fizzah Jafri, COO at Morgan Stanley; Rosemary Turner, President at UPS; and Irene Chang Britt, Chief Strategy Officer at Campbell's Soup Offers a reliable and methodic approach to negotiating and navigating tough conversations Highlights compelling facts and research from the world of psychology and leadership Insightful and accessible, Pushback is a timely resource for savvy women who want to leverage their skills, promote themselves effectively, and fast track their careers.

PRAISE FOR THE M&A FAILURE TRAP "The M&A Failure Trap is a delightful blend of vivid storytelling and statistical rigor. An eye-opening and wide-ranging guide for executives and investors keen to understand M&A." - Michael Mauboussin, Head of Consilient Research for Counterpoint Global at Morgan Stanley Investment Management "As a 20+ year executive in the cybersecurity industry, both with highly acquisitive companies like RSA and VMware, as well as several cyber startups, I've been involved with dozens of acquisitions. I have witnessed first-hand the complexities and challenges that come with M&A. Too many acquisitions fail to create their expected value, and often the biggest challenge is not 'making the right deal,' but rather 'making the deal right.' The M&A Failure Trap is an amazing resource for anyone involved in this high-stakes arena. For corporate leaders, the sections on due diligence, integration planning, cultural compatibility, realistic synergy expectations, and post-acquisition monitoring are particularly valuable. I wish I had this book a decade ago." -Tom Corn, former Senior Vice President, Security Products, VMware "While you can make a case for acquisitions as value creating in some companies, the truth is that acquisitions rank among the most value destructive of all corporate actions. Egged on by an ecosystem of bankers and consultants who make money off M&A deals getting done, companies often over promise and over pay. Lev and Gu start with the recognition that acquisitions fail far too frequently, but they also map out pathways for value creation, based upon data and their in-depth understanding of the economics of and accounting for acquisitions. It is recommended reading for anyone in the M&A space." - Aswath Damodaran, Professor of Finance and Kerschner Family Chair in Finance Education, New York University "Authors Baruch Lev and Feng Gu performed the most in-depth study of M&A ever undertaken, deploying advanced statistical techniques to analyze 40,000 transactions. Their conclusion totally contradicts the Wall Street chorus of cheerleading and management claims of major 'synergies' and 'value creation' when these deals are announced. Lev and Gu show decisively that 70% to 75% of all M&A prove a raw deal for the acquirer's shareholders. Yet they also provide a checklist of warnings that if heeded, will keep CEOs from falling into the trap. Among them: avoid paying big premiums, beware the integration challenges from acquiring foreign targets, and don't hype the transaction's potential. Put simply, The M&A Failure Trap should be a required primer in all C-suites across the globe." -Shawn Tully, Senior Editor-at-Large, Fortune magazine "Poorly conceived M&A transactions appear among the best ways to burn billions of dollars. But Lev and Gu critically show it's not all doom and gloom. In fact, they show predictable data-driven ways to identify the likelihood of actual success. For any corporate leader considering an M&A transaction, the lessons within this book will reap dividends many fold." - Eugene Soltes, McLean Family Professor of Business Administration, Unit Head, Accounting & Management, Harvard Business School

In Front-Line Leadership: How to Eliminate Complacency and Build All-In Engagement, Purple Heart recipient and renowned leadership speaker Patrick Nelson delivers an inspiring and exciting new take on real-world leadership that changes lives and gets results. Drawing heavily on the author's experience as a paratrooper in the US Army--where he led soldiers during three combat deployments--the book explores firsthand accounts of the author's time in combat that sheds light on how you can lead men and women in academic, business, nonprofit, military, and government settings. You'll find startling insights into developing a growth mindset, service-based leadership, forward-looking accountability, and building self-awareness. Each chapter of the book culminates in a practical takeaway for the reader, allowing them to continuously challenge themselves and their teams. Front-Line Leadership offers strategies you can employ immediately to get "unstuck" in your personal and professional life, as well as techniques for developing a clear understanding of who you are and what you can bring to an organization as a leader. Perfect for executives, managers, directors, entrepreneurs, founders, and other business leaders, Front-Line Leadership is a must-read for active military service members, nonprofit professionals, government leaders and workers, athletes, teachers, and anyone else tasked with shaping and encouraging the efforts of others. It's the engaging and practical leadership roadmap you've been waiting for.

Responsibly harness the power of AI Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is transforming life as we know it--one user prompt at a time. This book is your clear and trustworthy introduction to this new technology, offering a straightforward explanation of how the technology works and guidance on which GenAI tools are worth exploring. Get pro tips on writing effective prompts, creating text output, making multimedia content, and using AI to enhance your creativity. You can even integrate AI into your workflow in an ethical and responsible manner, thanks to the strategies inside. What will you generate with generative AI? Inside... Understanding different kinds of generative AI models Writing better prompts Generating text, images, compositions, audio, and video Using AI to refine your work and your creative process Busting common AI myths

From queues to telecoms. Queues are, of course, omnipresent in our world, at the bank, the supermarket, the shops, on the road... and yes, they also exist in the domain of telecoms. Queues Applied to Telecoms studies the theoretical aspect of these queues, from Poisson processes, Markov chains and queueing systems to queueing networks. The study of the use of their resources is addressed by the theory of teletraffic. This book also outlines the basic ideas in the theory of teletraffic, presenting the teletraffic of loss systems and waiting systems. However, some applications and explanations are more oriented towards the field of telecommunications, and this book contains lectures and more than sixty corrected exercises to cover these topics. On your marks....

The approachable, comprehensive guide to neurobiology Neurobiology rolls the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the nervous system into one complex area of study. Neurobiology For Dummies breaks down the specifics of the topic in a fun, easy-to-understand manner. The book is perfect for students in a variety of scientific fields ranging from neuroscience and biology to pharmacology, health science, and more. With a complete overview of the molecular and cellular mechanisms of the nervous system, this complete resource makes short work of the ins and outs of neurobiology so you can understand the details quickly. Dive into this fascinating guide to an even more fascinating subject, which takes a step-by-step approach that naturally builds an understanding of how the nervous system ties into the very essence of human beings, and what that means for those working and studying in the field of neuroscience. The book includes a complete introduction to the subject of neurobiology. Gives you an overview of the human nervous system, along with a discussion of how it's similar to that of other animals Discusses various neurological disorders, such as strokes, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and schizophrenia Leads you through a point-by-point approach to describe the science of perception, including how we think, learn, and remember Neurobiology For Dummies is your key to mastering this complex topic, and will propel you to a greater understanding that can form the basis of your academic and career success.

THE NEWEST EDITION OF THE MOST ACCESSIBLE GUIDE TO READING AND UNDERSTANDING FINANCIAL REPORTS In the newly revised and updated 10th Edition of How to Read a Financial Report, and in keeping with the legacy established by his father, the late professor emeritus John "TOP" Tracy, veteran financial consultant Tage C. Tracy teaches readers how to comprehend, analyze, and interpret financial reports, using easy-to-understand and jargon-free language to make the information accessible to all. Hands-on tools, highly relevant exhibits, and end-of-chapter real-world guidance are included to assist readers in understanding and integrating concepts. This book offers a wide range of invaluable new material but never loses its primary objective of educating readers on the critical concepts of understanding cash flows and the connectivity of the big three financial statements, the balance sheet, the income statement, and the statement of cash flows. Along with presenting foundational aspects of financial reports and how they differ from financial statements, this book explores the various meaningful connections between different financial metrics, reports, and statements, such as how loans, interest expense, and accrued liabilities are connected to the income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows. The book concludes with key insight on how financial information can be used to tell a story, focusing on different KPIs that can be presented or omitted, as well as ways in which financial data can be manipulated, and used to detect fraud. Completely thorough in its coverage and accessible regardless of finance or accounting background, How to Read a Financial Report is an essential reference for a wide range of parties seeking to better understand basic financial information or learn how financial information can be packaged by Wall Street to persuade external parties.

Want to turn that haunting tune in your head into an awesome sound in your ear? You can! Music Composition For Dummies demystifies the process of composing music and writing songs. It guides you through every step of writing your own music, from choosing the right rhythm and tempo to creating melodies and chord progressions and working with instruments and voices. In this fun and practical guide, you ll learn how to match keys and chords to the mood you want to convey, work a form without limiting your creativity, and hammer out a musical idea, even when your mind is drawing a blank. You ll find out how to create popular songs, classically structured pieces, and even film, TV, and video game soundtracks. And, you ll learn what you need to know about music composition software, including Finale, Sebelius, Pro Tools, and more. Discover how to: Preserve and organize your musical ideas Work with established chord progressions or create your own Develop great rhythms Select the right instruments Find melodies in your head, your instrument, and the world around you Use major and minor scales Work with modes and moods Build melodic motifs and phrases Use the circle of fifths to harmonize Write for multiple voices Make a demo recording Filled with creative exercises to build your composing skills, Music Composition for Dummies is the resource you need to get that melody out of your head and into the world.

Active tools and exhibits to help you read, understand, & use financial statements like a seasoned professional Financial statements are often complex and extremely difficult to understand for anyone other than accounting and finance professionals. Accompanying the new 10th edition of How to Read a Financial Report, How to Read a Financial Report: Workbook provides the context necessary to more thoroughly read, analyze, and interpret financial accounting reports and statements, including the statement of cash flows, the financial condition of a business (i.e., the balance sheet), and the P&L or income statement (a.k.a. the "big three" financial statements). This workbook not only complements the 10th edition of How to Read a Financial Report, but expands on key financial and accounting concepts including providing more in-depth discussions of when and how to use financial ratio analysis by offering hands-on exercises and active tools. Further, new bonus material is provided that covers critical concepts including how businesses can "manufacture" cash from their balance sheet, clearly differentiating between real and imaginary profits, and introducing "must know" concepts and strategies associated with raising equity capital and company ownership structures. A highly functional resource that can be used every day, this workbook is light on long, drawn-out explanations and instead features a wealth of exhibits to explain concepts, with accompanying companion exhibits which compare three real life case studies using different assumptions. This workbook also includes "in the trenches" content that enables readers to equate key concepts with commonly used "street" language in finance. How to Read a Financial Report: Workbook is an ideal interactive learning resource for investors, lenders, business leaders, analysts, and managers who are hungry to enhance their career path and upward mobility by gaining more knowledge in understanding financial information and performance. For those of you who are interested in taking your knowledge of accounting and finance to the next level and gain confidence when swimming with the world's financial sharks, this workbook is for you!

Learn how to write effective and easy-to-understand financial reports How to Write a Financial Report accompanies the hugely successful How to Read a Financial Report (now in its 10th Edition) and helps readers learn the essential skills needed to write, analyze, and communicate financial and accounting reports, statements, and information. Designed specifically for non-specialists, this reader-friendly resource covers the fundamentals of financial reporting and writing in jargon-free English. The books value is enhanced by offering the unique view of not just how financial information is interpreted from external parties reading financial reports from the "outside looking in", but more importantly, how financial information is accumulated, prepared, and reported from the "inside looking out", to the target audience, whether external professionals or internal management. Veteran financial consultant and author Tage C. Tracy breaks down the content provided in this book into three easy-to-understand parts. To start, part one helps readers understand the importance of effectively communicating financial information to their target audience, especially concerning where the data is sourced from, how the data is consolidated, and more. The basics of financial statements, reports, and information is covered second, as no one can write a financial report without this fundamental knowledge. Tracy concludes by discussing the importance of utilizing different financial statements, reports, information, KPIs, and other strategies in presenting the financial performance story that needs to be communicated to all the readers of your report, even if they aren't experts in accounting and finance. How to Write a Financial Report earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of investors, lenders, business leaders, analysts, and managers looking for the practical knowledge needed to write an effective and communicative financial report from start to finish.

"Nothing could be more needed in these conflicted times than the practice of collaborative problem-solving. In this eminently practical guide, based on decades of successful experience organizing dialogues on charged public issues, Fersh and Levison present valuable lessons illustrated with powerful and inspiring stories. Highly recommended!" --William Ury, Co-author, Getting to Yes; Author, Possible: How We Survive (and Thrive) in an Age of Conflict "Fersh and Levison provide a critical and practical guide on how to renew our democracy. This book is an essential antidote to gridlock and dysfunction. It is intended to inspire people to get back to the job of building trust, relationships, and consensus to save our democracy. We know what works. The lessons are in this book." --Leon E. Panetta, former Secretary of Defense "Brimming with expertise, realistic hope, and practical strategies for engaging in the collaborative problem-solving we sorely need today. The breadth of the authors' experiences with different groups and issues is astonishing. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro at group problem-solving, there is something important for you in this beautifully written book." --William J. Doherty, PhD, Professor, University of Minnesota; Co-founder of Braver Angels "The authors offer tested and proven strategies for necessary but difficult work. They understand that attending to relationships and developing trust are the core of collaborative problem-solving. This is, ultimately, a book about leadership." --Becky Pringle, President, National Education Association "What happens to our republic if we cannot genuinely listen to each other, if we do not trust each other? The inescapable answer is that we will not long live in freedom. From Conflict to Convergence recalls the values and virtues of our democracy, guiding us through collaborative problem-solving on contentious policy issues to the creation of mutual gain solutions serving the larger public good. In these troubling times of tumult and turmoil, nothing could be better than that!" --Marc Racicot, former Governor of Montana; former Republican National Committee Chairman "Helping others cooperate across their differences is essential to the strength of our diverse democracy, and this book will teach you how to be the kind of leader who can do just that. Written by two stars in the field, with clear frameworks and compelling stories, it is an essential text for our polarized times." --Eboo Patel, Founder and President, Interfaith America; Author of We Need to Build: Field Notes for Diverse Democracy

PRAISE FOR LEADING YOURSELF "Leading Yourself is a great guide for purpose-driven professionals who want to take control of their career and transform work into a source of joy and meaning. Elizabeth Lotardo has written a practical playbook for creating your own fulfillment, turning the everyday into launchpads for growth. Her action-oriented approach can inspire you to seize the power you have to create a work experience worth loving, right now." --HUBERT JOLY, former Best Buy CEO, senior lecturer at Harvard Business School, and author of The Heart of Business "Refreshingly candid and hilariously honest. Leading Yourself puts the power back in your hands." --DORIE CLARK, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Long Game and executive education faculty, Columbia Business School "As someone who's led several start-ups to Unicorn status, I've seen firsthand the difference between people who wait to be led vs. those who know how to lead themselves. This is the book your boss needs you to read." --STEVE JOHNSON, Technology executive, start-up veteran, and investor "If you're feeling stuck, afraid, or disempowered, this book will transform the way you approach your career. In a time of rapid change, Leading Yourself is the blueprint for creating success on your terms." --DR. RUTH GOTIAN, Thinkers50 #1 emerging management thinker in the world, and author of The Success Factor and The Financial Times Guide to Mentoring

Standardized assessment criteria covering all essential skills from the nine areas required by the American Veterinary Medical Association Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities The newly revised and updated Fourth Edition of Assessing Essential Skills of Veterinary Technology Students provides a comprehensive review of the required American Veterinary Medical Association Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (AVMA CVTEA®) essential skills for completion of a veterinary technology degree. Each essential skill includes assessment criteria as well as decision-making instructions necessary to demonstrate proficiency both academically and professionally. The text is organized based on the categories provided by the AVMA CVTEA, making it easy for an instructor and students to locate the assessment criteria for a particular essential skill relative to their course. Several guidelines from veterinary organizations regarding standard of care in veterinary medicine have been updated since the publication of the previous edition, including 2018 A AHA Infection Control, Prevention and Biosecurity Guidelines, 2022 AAHA Pain Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats, 2021 AAHA/AAFP Feline Life Stages Guidelines, 2019 AAHA Canine Life Stages Guidelines, 2021 AAHA Nutrition and Weight Management Guidelines, 2023 AAHA Technician Utilization Guidelines, and others. Written by highly qualified authors, Assessing Essential Skills of Veterinary Technology Students includes assessment criteria that addresses the knowledge, decision-making capabilities, and hands-on skills for the following: Pharmacologic fundamentals of drug administration, pharmacy essentials of drug dispensing, compliance with state and federal regulation, and monitoring of therapeutic responses.Ethics, jurisprudence, and communication in veterinary management.Husbandry, nutrition, and therapeutics of common domestic species, handling and restraint, patient assessment, and dental procedures in small animals.Fundamentals of and experiences with common surgical procedures, patient management and use of anesthetic equipment, proper surgical assistance, pain management, management of surgical equipment and facilities, and perioperative management.Diagnostic laboratory procedures and management of laboratory specimens and equipment, parasitology of common domestic species and diagnostic procedures for parasite, microbiologic procedure and evaluations and necropsy procedures.Avian, exotic, small, and large animal husbandry and nursing skills. The Fourth Edition of Assessing Essential Skills of Veterinary Technology Students is an essential study resource for all undergraduate students enrolled in an AVMA CVTEA accredited veterinary technology program and an excellent teaching resource for instructors of veterinary technology courses.

A fully updated and authoritative neurology resource The Queen Square Textbook has established itself as a favourite companion to clinical neurosciences training and teaching around the world, whilst retaining its role as an invaluable reference guide for physicians and other healthcare professionals working in neurology, general medicine and related specialties. The book continues to reflect the core values essential to the practice of clinical neurology in the 21st century. The third edition has been extensively revised and updated to take account of the rapid pace of progress in the neurosciences and patient care. Contemporary neurology has been changed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the climate emergency and the growing inequalities in healthcare resources. The new edition has been extensively revised to reflect these challenges and affords a greater emphasis on management and rehabilitation whilst continuing to reflect the coherence of a text produced from a single, closely-knit, centre of excellence. Highlights of the new edition include: An updated approach to clinical examination, decision-making and diagnosis New developments in neuroimmunology, pathology and genetics Neuropalliative care Ethical and legal issues in clinical neurology The latest developments in the understanding and management of stroke, movement disorders, epilepsy, cognitive impairment, multiple sclerosis, infections, myelopathy, anterior horn cell disease, disorders of nerve and muscle, neuro-oncology, neurological disorders of hearing, balance and vision, and the neurological care of critical illness, sleep, neuropsychiatry, pain, autonomic and urological disorders. An emphasis on treatment and rehabilitation of the person with a neurological disease The new edition marks a significant transition to reflect contemporary neurological practice during uncertain times. It mirrors the enormous changes in investigation, diagnosis and treatment that have occurred in recent years whilst maintaining the underlying principle that we do not treat diagnoses but, rather, we care for people affected by neurological disease.

How can atmospheric variables such as temperature, wind, rain and ozone be measured by satellites? How are these measurements taken and what has been learned since the first measurements in the 1970s? What data are currently available and what data are expected in the future? The first volume of this encyclopedic book answers these questions by reporting the history of satellite meteorology and addresses how national and international agencies define coordinated programs to cover user needs. It also presents the principles of satellite remote sensing to deliver products suited to user requirements. This book is completed by a glossary and appendices with a list of supporting instruments already in use.

Metallic resources play a huge role in many fields: in the energy transition, the development of new technologies and the production and storage of green energy. Metallic Resources 2 presents various studies in notable metallogenic regions or deposits worldwide that enable us to tackle the question of the concentration of metals, especially strategic metals, in various geodynamic settings. An understanding of the geological processes that lead to the formation of deposits and influence their concentrations in the Earth's crust is of the utmost importance when it comes to uncovering new mineral resources. This book puts forward various different methodological approaches necessary in the study of deposits of metallic resources, from field observations to microanalysis. A study of specific geo-politico-economic frameworks is also presented.

The genome of a living being is composed of DNA sequences with diverse origins. Beyond single-copy genes, whose product has a biological function that can be inferred by experimentation, certain DNA sequences, present in a large number of copies, escape the most refined approaches aimed at elucidating their precise role. The existence of what 20th century geneticists had already perceived (and wrongly described as "junk DNA"!) was confirmed by the sequencing of the first complex genomes, including that of Homo sapiens. A large part of what defines a living thing is not unique, but repeated, sometimes a very large number of times, increasing in complexity with successive duplications and multiplication. Understanding and defining the many functions of this myriad of repeated sequences, as well as their evolution through natural selection, has become one of the major challenges for 21st century genomics.

Outer space is subject to a legal framework; there is a set of rules specifically dedicated to outer space and to the activities carried out there. These rules have developed since 1957, the year the first artificial satellite was launched. Major changes have also affected the technology used and the actors involved, as well as the domains concerned by the exploration and use of outer space. Space Law will lay out the progressive densification of the legal framework that is applicable to outer space and the activities that are carried out there. Without claiming to be exhaustive, the aim of this book is to present the main primary sources of space law, its main principles, the diversity of its fields of application and the challenges and issues that the development of space activities inevitably raises.

From a cluster of interconnected HTML pages to online service platforms, websites are constantly changing in form and function. These transformations have led, on the one hand, to human and social sciences renewing or inventing analytical methodologies; and on the other hand, to a reconsideration of the practices of non-specialists and digital professionals. The Web factory is equally included on the agenda of communication training, according to an alternative approach that is complementary to the one that has been implemented for computer scientists. From these two perspectives and drawing upon several case studies, Analyzing Websites presents epistemological and methodological contributions from researchers in Information and Communication Sciences exploring websites as sociotechnical, semi-discursive and communicational devices. This study covers website design as well as their integration into the digital strategies of organizations in the public, associative and private sectors.

Metallic resources play a huge role in many fields: in the energy transition, the development of new technologies and the production and storage of green energy. Metallic Resources 1 presents various studies in notable European metallogenic regions or deposits that enable us to tackle the question of the concentration of metals, especially strategic metals, in various geodynamic settings. An understanding of the geological processes that lead to the formation of deposits and influence their concentrations in the Earth's crust is of the utmost importance when it comes to uncovering new mineral resources. This book puts forward various different methodological approaches necessary in the study of deposits of metallic resources, from field observations to microanalysis. A study of specific geo-politico-economic frameworks is also presented.

This book offers a state-of-the-art analysis on the main challenges facing the aquatic products processing industry. The topics explored are particularly relevant to the issues faced by European consumers and processors, but the information provided within this book can be widely extrapolated. This book should be helpful for processors, fish traders, consumers, scientists and students. The first chapter is dedicated to the sociological definition of "fish" and consumers' perceptions. The following chapters deal with the notions of quality sensu lato, biological risks and their control, as well as the risks linked to the pollution of oceans and ecosystems by microplastics. Two types of processes and processed products - smoked fish and surimi products - which are of great economic importance to the European market, are also presented. The process of adding value to co-products, including the "blue biorefinery" and the innovative pH-shift technology are also covered in this book.

This book presents how Building Information Modeling (BIM) and the use of shared representation of built assets facilitate design, construction and operation processes (ISO 19650). The modeling of public works data disrupts the art of construction. Written by both academics and engineers who are heavily involved in the French research project Modélisation des INformations INteropérables pour les INfrastructues Durables (MINnD) as well as in international standardization projects, this book presents the challenges of BIM from theoretical and practical perspectives. It provides knowledge for evolving in an ecosystem of federated models and common data environments, which are the basis of the platforms and data spaces. BIM makes it possible to handle interoperability very concretely, using open standards, which lead to openBIM. The use of a platform allows for the merging of business software and for approaches such as a Geographic Information System (GIS) to be added to the processes. In organizations, BIM meets the life cycles of structures and circular economy. It is not only a technique that reshapes cooperation and trades around a digital twin but can also disrupt organizations and business models.

This book deals with the geological record and the evolution of ideas concerning the Variscan orogenic belt in France and neighboring regions. Volume 1 is based on a general introduction concerning the imprint of the Variscan period on the geology of France, as well as on the particularities of the study of this ancient orogen. A history of the concepts applied to the Variscan belt is proposed in order to consider this orogen in the history of Earth Sciences. A paleogeodynamic analysis of the Variscan cycle sets the general framework for the evolution of the orogen, which is then tackled through the prism of the magmatic, metamorphic and tectonic record of the early phases (from Cambrian to Lower Carboniferous). Volume 2 proposes an analysis of the late evolution of the Variscan orogenic belt, reflecting its dismantling in a high-temperature context during the Upper Carboniferous and Permian. The sedimentary archives are described, as well as the questions raised by the specificities of this ancient orogen.

This book deals with the geological record and the evolution of ideas concerning the Variscan orogenic belt in France and neighboring regions. Volume 1 is based on a general introduction concerning the imprint of the Variscan period on the geology of France, as well as on the particularities of the study of this ancient orogen. A history of the concepts applied to the Variscan belt is proposed in order to consider this orogen in the history of Earth Sciences. A paleogeodynamic analysis of the Variscan cycle sets the general framework for the evolution of the orogen, which is then tackled through the prism of the magmatic, metamorphic and tectonic record of the early phases (from Cambrian to Lower Carboniferous). Volume 2 proposes an analysis of the late evolution of the Variscan orogenic belt, reflecting its dismantling in a high-temperature context during the Upper Carboniferous and Permian. The sedimentary archives are described, as well as the questions raised by the specificities of this ancient orogen.