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On average, we spend nearly one third of our waking life alone. How
do we overcome the stigma of solitude and find strength in going it
alone? Whether we love it or try to avoid it, we can make better
use of that time. The science of solitude shows that alone time can
be a powerful space used to tap into countless benefits.
Translating key research findings conducted by the Solitude Lab and
others into actionable facts and advice, this book shows that alone
time can boost wellbeing in ways. From relaxation and recharging to
problem solving and emotional regulation, solitude can benefit
personal growth, contentment, creativity, and our relationships
with ourselves and others. By learning what makes us better at
spending time alone, you can use these principles to move toward
your best possible self.
A First Course in Fuzzy Logic, Fourth Edition is an expanded
version of the successful third edition. It provides a
comprehensive introduction to the theory and applications of fuzzy
logic. This popular text offers a firm mathematical basis for the
calculus of fuzzy concepts necessary for designing intelligent
systems and a solid background for readers to pursue further
studies and real-world applications. New in the Fourth Edition:
Features new results on fuzzy sets of type-2 Provides more
information on copulas for modeling dependence structures Includes
quantum probability for uncertainty modeling in social sciences,
especially in economics With its comprehensive updates, this new
edition presents all the background necessary for students,
instructors and professionals to begin using fuzzy logic in its
many-applications in computer science, mathematics, statistics, and
engineering. About the Authors: Hung T. Nguyen is a Professor
Emeritus at the Department of Mathematical Sciences, New Mexico
State University. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Economics at
Chiang Mai University, Thailand. Carol L. Walker is also a
Professor Emeritus at the Department of Mathematical Sciences, New
Mexico State University. Elbert A. Walker is a Professor Emeritus,
Department of Mathematical Sciences, New Mexico State University.
Although the use of fuzzy control methods has grown nearly to the level of classical control, the true understanding of fuzzy control lags seriously behind. Moreover, most engineers are well versed in either traditional control or in fuzzy control-rarely both. Each has applications for which it is better suited, but without a good understanding of both, engineers cannot make a sound determination of which technique to use for a given situation.
A First Course in Fuzzy and Neural Control is designed to build the foundation needed to make those decisions. It begins with an introduction to standard control theory, then makes a smooth transition to complex problems that require innovative fuzzy, neural, and fuzzy-neural techniques. For each method, the authors clearly answer the questions: What is this new control method? Why is it needed? How is it implemented? Real-world examples, exercises, and ideas for student projects reinforce the concepts presented.
Developed from lecture notes for a highly successful course titled The Fundamentals of Soft Computing, the text is written in the same reader-friendly style as the authors' popular A First Course in Fuzzy Logic text. A First Course in Fuzzy and Neural Control requires only a basic background in mathematics and engineering and does not overwhelm students with unnecessary material but serves to motivate them toward more advanced studies.
A concise and convenient pocket guide to interventional
cardiology's latest procedures and technologies Interventional
cardiology is growing more and more integral to the modern-day
management of cardiovascular problems. Indeed, trainees are taught
interventional methods as a matter of course. With a widening range
of options open to them, however, the practicing cardiologist must
be diligent and discerning when selecting the appropriate course of
action for each patient, adapting their strategy as circumstance
demands. Developing the skills and experience necessary to make
these key judgments can be a challenging and lengthy process.
Bringing together the knowledge of an international group of over
50 experts, this fifth edition of the Practical Handbook of
Advanced Interventional Cardiology helps cardiologists of all
levels to find interventional solutions to a wide range of
problems. Its revised contents cover topics including new devices,
valve procedures, and venous and atrial occlusion, and also feature
new chapters on bioresorbable vascular scaffolds, protected
percutaneous coronary intervention, coronary atherectomy, pulmonary
embolism, and more. This essential companion: Offers clear,
easy-to-follow guidance for cardiology practitioners of all levels
of skill and experience Grades each strategic or tactical action by
level of complexity Includes full-color clinical images and
illustrations Covers all key interventional procedures and
techniques Provides practical tips and tricks for handling
difficult clinical scenarios and complications The Practical
Handbook of Advanced Interventional Cardiology is an invaluable
resource for both practitioners and trainees in interventional
cardiology and all related areas of cardiovascular medicine.
Drawing from many sources in the literature, Stochastic Dominance
and Applications to Finance, Risk and Economics illustrates how
stochastic dominance (SD) can be used as a method for risk
assessment in decision making. It provides basic background on SD
for various areas of applications. Useful Concepts and Techniques
for Economics Applications The majority of the text presents a
systematic exposition of SD, emphasizing rigor and generality. It
covers utility theory, multivariate SD, quantile functions, risk
modeling, Choquet integrals, other risk measures, statistical
inference, nonparametric estimation, hypothesis testing, and
econometrics. The remainder of the book explores new applications
of SD in finance, risk, and economics. At the beginning of each
economic concept, the authors clearly explain only the necessary
mathematics so readers are not overburdened with learning
nonessential, arduous mathematics. This accessible guide helps
readers build a useful repertoire of mathematical tools in decision
making under uncertainty, especially in investment science. It
provides thorough coverage on the theory of SD, along with many
applications to economics and other fields where risk is crucial.
The study of random sets is a large and rapidly growing area with
connections to many areas of mathematics and applications in widely
varying disciplines, from economics and decision theory to
biostatistics and image analysis. The drawback to such diversity is
that the research reports are scattered throughout the literature,
with the result that in science and engineering, and even in the
statistics community, the topic is not well known and much of the
enormous potential of random sets remains untapped. An Introduction
to Random Sets provides a friendly but solid initiation into the
theory of random sets. It builds the foundation for studying random
set data, which, viewed as imprecise or incomplete observations,
are ubiquitous in today's technological society. The author, widely
known for his best-selling A First Course in Fuzzy Logic text as
well as his pioneering work in random sets, explores motivations,
such as coarse data analysis and uncertainty analysis in
intelligent systems, for studying random sets as stochastic models.
Other topics include random closed sets, related uncertainty
measures, the Choquet integral, the convergence of capacity
functionals, and the statistical framework for set-valued
observations. An abundance of examples and exercises reinforce the
concepts discussed. Designed as a textbook for a course at the
advanced undergraduate or beginning graduate level, this book will
serve equally well for self-study and as a reference for
researchers in fields such as statistics, mathematics, engineering,
and computer science.
Global demand for wheat, rice, corn, and other essential grains is
expected to steadily rise over the next twenty years. Meeting this
demand by increasing production through increased land use is not
very likely; and while better crop management may make a marginal
difference, most agriculture experts agree that this anticipated
deficit must be made up through increased crop yields.
The first resource of its kind, Physiology and Biotechnology
Integration for Plant Breeding assembles current research in crop
plant physiology, plant biotechnology, and plant breeding that is
aimed toward improving crop plants genetically while supporting a
productive agriculture ecosystem. Highly comprehensive, this
reference provides access to the most innovative perspectives in
crop physiology - with a special emphasis on molecular approaches -
aimed at the formulation of those crop cultivars that offer the
greatest potential to increase crop yields in stress
environments.
Surveys the current state of the field, as well as modern
options and avenues for plant breeders and biotechnologists
interested in augmenting crop yield and stability
With the contributions of plant scientists from all corners of
the globe who are actively involved in meeting this important
challenge, Physiology and Biotechnology Integration for Plant
Breeding provides readers with the background information needed to
understand this cutting-edge work, as well as detailed information
on present and potential applications. While the first half of the
book establishes and fully explains the link between crop
physiology and molecular biology, the second part explores the
application of biotechnology in the effective delivery ofthe high
yield and environmentally stable crop plants needed to avert the
very real possibility of worldwide hunger.
The study of random sets is a large and rapidly growing area with
connections to many areas of mathematics and applications in widely
varying disciplines, from economics and decision theory to
biostatistics and image analysis. The drawback to such diversity is
that the research reports are scattered throughout the literature,
with the result that in science and engineering, and even in the
statistics community, the topic is not well known and much of the
enormous potential of random sets remains untapped. An Introduction
to Random Sets provides a friendly but solid initiation into the
theory of random sets. It builds the foundation for studying random
set data, which, viewed as imprecise or incomplete observations,
are ubiquitous in today's technological society. The author, widely
known for his best-selling A First Course in Fuzzy Logic text as
well as his pioneering work in random sets, explores motivations,
such as coarse data analysis and uncertainty analysis in
intelligent systems, for studying random sets as stochastic models.
Other topics include random closed sets, related uncertainty
measures, the Choquet integral, the convergence of capacity
functionals, and the statistical framework for set-valued
observations. An abundance of examples and exercises reinforce the
concepts discussed. Designed as a textbook for a course at the
advanced undergraduate or beginning graduate level, this book will
serve equally well for self-study and as a reference for
researchers in fields such as statistics, mathematics, engineering,
and computer science.
The internet, social media platforms, and digital technology all
seem to point to a world of greater interconnectivity and social
connection. Yet even against this background of global social
networks, loneliness remains a major issue for millions of
individuals, and one with tangible consequences: studies have
demonstrated that loneliness correlates with to an increased risk
of mental illnesses, as well as a 45% increased risk of death. In
Loneliness: Science and Practice, experts from the United States
and Europe seek to construct a translational framework for
recognizing and addressing loneliness in the clinical context.
Based on the latest literature on the topic, the book tackles * The
theoretical foundations of loneliness and other dimensions of
social connection. Readers will benefit from validated rating
scales to measure loneliness that account for the varied
experiences of, and factors that contribute to, loneliness.* The
incidence and presentation of loneliness throughout the life cycle*
Loneliness among marginalized communities, including racial and
ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, immigrants, and individuals
with mental illnesses* The neurobiological and systemic
neuroendocrine and inflammatory mechanisms of loneliness*
Interventions for loneliness, from research-based interventions for
both younger and older age groups to community-based interventions
Throughout this guide, clinical vignettes help ground the
theoretical information in real-world applicability. Key points
help readers reference each chapter's most salient points quickly,
and lists of suggested readings open the door to further
exploration. By examining the psychosocial and biological
mechanisms of loneliness, as well as the unique social and cultural
contexts in which it can occur, Loneliness: Science and Practice
offers readers a holistic understanding of loneliness and a
framework for addressing it in the distinct communities they serve.
Global demand for wheat, rice, corn, and other essential grains is
expected to steadily rise over the next twenty years. Meeting this
demand by increasing production through increased land use is not
very likely; and while better crop management may make a marginal
difference, most agriculture experts agree that this anticipated
deficit must be made up through increased crop yields. The first
resource of its kind, Physiology and Biotechnology Integration for
Plant Breeding assembles current research in crop plant physiology,
plant biotechnology, and plant breeding that is aimed toward
improving crop plants genetically while supporting a productive
agriculture ecosystem. Highly comprehensive, this reference
provides access to the most innovative perspectives in crop
physiology - with a special emphasis on molecular approaches -
aimed at the formulation of those crop cultivars that offer the
greatest potential to increase crop yields in stress environments.
Surveys the current state of the field, as well as modern options
and avenues for plant breeders and biotechnologists interested in
augmenting crop yield and stability With the contributions of plant
scientists from all corners of the globe who are actively involved
in meeting this important challenge, Physiology and Biotechnology
Integration for Plant Breeding provides readers with the background
information needed to understand this cutting-edge work, as well as
detailed information on present and potential applications. While
the first half of the book establishes and fully explains the link
between crop physiology and molecular biology, the second part
explores the application of biotechnology in the effective delivery
of the high yield and environmentally stable crop plants needed to
avert the very real possibility of worldwide hunger.
A First Course in Fuzzy Logic, Fourth Edition is an expanded
version of the successful third edition. It provides a
comprehensive introduction to the theory and applications of fuzzy
logic. This popular text offers a firm mathematical basis for the
calculus of fuzzy concepts necessary for designing intelligent
systems and a solid background for readers to pursue further
studies and real-world applications. New in the Fourth Edition:
Features new results on fuzzy sets of type-2 Provides more
information on copulas for modeling dependence structures Includes
quantum probability for uncertainty modeling in social sciences,
especially in economics With its comprehensive updates, this new
edition presents all the background necessary for students,
instructors and professionals to begin using fuzzy logic in its
many-applications in computer science, mathematics, statistics, and
engineering. About the Authors: Hung T. Nguyen is a Professor
Emeritus at the Department of Mathematical Sciences, New Mexico
State University. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Economics at
Chiang Mai University, Thailand. Carol L. Walker is also a
Professor Emeritus at the Department of Mathematical Sciences, New
Mexico State University. Elbert A. Walker is a Professor Emeritus,
Department of Mathematical Sciences, New Mexico State University.
Gac fruit, Momordica cochinchinensis Spreng, is rich in nutrients
such as carotenoids (particularly ß-carotene and lycopene), fatty
acids, vitamin E, polyphenol compounds and flavonoids. This book
provides the latest research on this fruit, from cultivation
through to novel processing technologies for health products. It
addresses several techniques for propagation and cultivation in
order to increase the production and quality of Gac fruit,
including traditionally used parts of the fruit (aril) and those
whose value has not yet been maximized (peel, pulp and seed). This
plant has the potential to be a high value crop, particularly as
parts of the fruit can be processed into nutrient supplements and
natural colorants. Currently only the aril is commercially
harvested, and this presents opportunities for upcycling the rest
of the fruit. As such, this book contains special emphasis on: ·
Improving yield and fruit quality. · Extraction methods of Gac oil
rich in ß-carotene and lycopene from the aril and peel. ·
Encapsulation of Gac oil and applications in various food products.
· Nutritional values and bioactive compounds of Gac pulp and peel.
· Processing and utilization of Gac seeds. · The market for Gac
target products. Practical applied technologies such as microwave
drying, heat pump drying, freeze drying, ultrasound assisted
extraction, supercritical CO2 extraction, encapsulation techniques
are all presented. This is an essential reference text for
academics, researchers and graduate students in Gac fruit
cultivation, food processing, science and nutrition. Product
developers in health food and health supplements will also find it
valuable.
Topics include: Current day incidence of Meniere's disease -IMS
data; Endolymphatic hydrops: pathophysiology and experimental
models; Physiologic effects on the cochlea in Meniere's disease;
Physiologic effects on the vestibular system in Meniere's disease;
Audiovestibular testing in Meniere's patients; Clinical hints and
Precipitating Factors in patients suffering from Meniere's disease;
Hypothetical mechanism for vertigo in Meniere's disease; Meniere's
disease and the menstrual cycle; Meniere's disease in the elderly;
Allergy and Meniere's disease; Imaging of inner ear in patients
with Meniere's disease; Medical and non-invasive therapy for
Meniere's disease; In situ therapy for Meniere's disease;
Endolymphatic sac shunt, labyrinthectomy, vestibular nerve section
in Meniere's disease; Early vestibular rehab in patients with
Meniere's disease; The Role of Regenerative Medicine in Meniere's
Disease; Genetics (molecular biology) and Meniere's disease.
This book provides an overview of the innovations in crop
phenotyping using emerging technologies, i.e., high-throughput crop
phenotyping technology, including its concept, importance,
breakthrough and applications in different crops and environments.
Emerging technologies in sensing, machine vision and
high-performance computing are changing the world beyond our
imagination. They are also becoming the most powerful driver of the
innovation in agriculture technology, including crop breeding,
genetics and management. It includes the state of the art of
technologies in high-throughput phenotyping, including advanced
sensors, automation systems, ground-based or aerial robotic
systems. It also discusses the emerging technologies of big data
processing and analytics, such as advanced machine learning and
deep learning technologies based on high-performance computing
infrastructure. The applications cover different organ levels
(root, shoot and seed) of different crops (grains, soybean, maize,
potato) at different growth environments (open field and controlled
environments). With the contribution of more than 20 world-leading
researchers in high-throughput crop phenotyping, the authors hope
this book provides readers the needed information to understand the
concept, gain the insides and create the innovation of
high-throughput phenotyping technology.
Human Trafficking: A Treatment Guide for Mental Health
Professionals is the first book on human trafficking and mental
health. The editors have marshalled their considerable experience
developing resources and interventional programs for this patient
population, as well as expertise in research and scholarly writing,
to create a unique-and uniquely useful-guide for clinicians likely
to encounter trafficked patients. Foundational to the effort is
recognizing that their numbers are legion, and growing, and that
their safety and well-being depends on the ability of clinicians to
screen, assess, and identify them in a system that often constructs
barriers to care. Epidemiological data is provided to help
clinicians understand the factors that contribute to being
trafficked, the associated consequences, and the role of health
professionals in combatting it. Screening processes are discussed,
and potential barriers, both organizational and provider-based, to
the identification of trafficked persons are explored. The next
section addresses sensitive, trauma-informed, and integrated
patient management in different settings, including emergency
departments, primary care, and substance abuse facilities, since
both medical and substance abuse comorbidities are common in
trafficked patients. The trauma-informed concepts of asking,
respecting, and responding are vital components to the
survivor-centered care emphasized by the authors, and
psychotherapeutic considerations and cultural aspects in the
assessment and treatment of these patients-topics that have been
neglected heretofore-are discussed in-depth. Finally, advocacy,
confidentiality, and reporting requirements for adult and child
patients are addressed, providing a much-needed legal and ethical
framework. The chapters have clearly outlined objectives that are
achieved through a number of useful features: * Each chapter
includes clinical cases that encapsulate the trauma and horror of
the real-life fallout from human trafficking. These vignettes
deftly illustrate and contextualize the chapter's topic, such as
managing co-occurring substance use disorders or identifying the
trafficked person who presents in the emergency department.*
Chapters are equipped with "pearls and pointers" that summarize key
points and highlight the most important take-aways.* Contributors
make ample use of visual aids, such as tables and figures, that
enhance understanding and consolidate information into readily
accessible formats.* Ten vivid, real-life case scenarios are
offered in the final chapter, providing the clinicians with
insights into trafficked persons' health care interactions,
questions to increase sensitivity and help identify these patients,
and counsel on managing their care with empathy and patience. Often
shocking, frequently poignant, and always useful, Human
Trafficking: A Treatment Guide for Mental Health Professionals
teaches clinicians to look at their patients with fresh, informed,
and compassionate eyes.
This book discusses heuristic methods - methods lacking a solid
theoretical justification - which are ubiquitous in numerous
application areas, and explains techniques that can make heuristic
methods more reliable. Focusing on algebraic techniques, i.e.,
those that use only a few specific features of a situation, it
describes various state-of-the-art applications, ranging from fuzzy
methods for dealing with imprecision to general optimization
methods and quantum-based methods for analyzing economic phenomena.
The book also includes recent results from leading researchers,
which could (and hopefully will) provide the basis for future
applications. As such, it is a valuable resource for mathematicians
interested in potential applications of their algebraic results and
ideas, as well as for application specialists wanting to discover
how algebraic techniques can help in their domains.
This book provides an overview of the innovations in crop
phenotyping using emerging technologies, i.e., high-throughput crop
phenotyping technology, including its concept, importance,
breakthrough and applications in different crops and environments.
Emerging technologies in sensing, machine vision and
high-performance computing are changing the world beyond our
imagination. They are also becoming the most powerful driver of the
innovation in agriculture technology, including crop breeding,
genetics and management. It includes the state of the art of
technologies in high-throughput phenotyping, including advanced
sensors, automation systems, ground-based or aerial robotic
systems. It also discusses the emerging technologies of big data
processing and analytics, such as advanced machine learning and
deep learning technologies based on high-performance computing
infrastructure. The applications cover different organ levels
(root, shoot and seed) of different crops (grains, soybean, maize,
potato) at different growth environments (open field and controlled
environments). With the contribution of more than 20 world-leading
researchers in high-throughput crop phenotyping, the authors hope
this book provides readers the needed information to understand the
concept, gain the insides and create the innovation of
high-throughput phenotyping technology.
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