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Written to support an intensive short course on the subject. The
material is presented as a subset of electronic warfare and is
concerned primarily with systems which generate and radiate signals
to interfere with hostile radar systems. Chapters deal with search
and track radar range and angle count
The idea of writing a textbook on urban surveying and mapping
originated with the Commission on Cartography of the Pan American
Institute of Geography and History (PAIGH) because of the urgent
need for planned and integrated surveying and mapping in urban
communities of the American Hemisphere. It is obvious, however,
that, with the exception of some European countries, the same
situation exists in most cities of the world. The undersigned was
asked to undertake the task. The task was not simple. The only
available comprehensive text in the field 1 is Geodezja Miejska,
which was published recently in Poland and reached the authors only
after most of the present text was written. It is tailored to a
very specific market and different requirements. Although it is an
impressive book, it differs vastly from our own approach. Other
reference texts are fragmentary or obsolete. During the last two
decades, revolutionary changes have occurred in survey ing and
mapping technology which have had a profound effect on actual
procedures. In addition, the traditional concepts of urban
surveying and map ping are undergoing rapid evolution. It is
recognized that administration and planning require a great variety
of continuously updated information which must be correlated with
the actual physical fabric of the community, as de termined by
surveying and mapping. Modern urban surveying and mapping is
therefore the foundation of the broad and dynamic information
system that is indispensable in any rational municipal effort."
This third book in the series introduces several new word games,
while retaining much of the popular format presented in prior
issues. Some of the new challenges include: Name the Activity Name
the Synonym Identify the Action or Use of an Object Name the
Occupation, Given its Tools Name the Food, Given its Ingredients
Identify the Famous Location All tasks are carefully designed to
challenge the minds of seniors, particularly those in mild to
moderate stages of Alzheimer's disease. Some of the games may be
easy to complete; others may take more time or a little help. No
matter what the level of difficulty, the activities provide
essential calisthenics for the brain to help maintain memory and
word-finding skills. Seniors may complete the books independently,
or along with a family member, friend or caregiver. Activity
directors may engage a group of seniors in nursing homes or
assisted living facilities. Regardless of the setting, all will
enjoy reminiscing, laughing, sensing the pride of success or simply
appreciating the moment.
Written by a Speech-Language Pathologist, the books incorporate
research-based activities to stimulate word-finding. Regardless of
the level of difficulty, the games provide essential calisthenics
to keep the mind active. Unlike most Alzheimer's books aimed at
caregivers, these are designed to be completed independently by
individuals in mild to moderate stages, giving them an opportunity
for enjoyable leisure-time activity and a sense of pride and
accomplishment. When shared with caregivers, family or friends,
meaningful interaction is automatic. Individual game items provide
a springboard to reminisce about fond memories and create positive
feelings. The series offers activity directors or recreation
therapists a wealth of ready-made content to incorporate into group
activities. The level of difficulty, based on vocabulary, varies
from the simplest in Volume I to the most advanced in Volume III.
Answers are provided at the back of the first two issues and
following each game in the last issue. Each book, containing 70 to
80 games, is sold at a more affordable price than similar products.
The up-to-date, recent releases receive positive user reviews on
web-sites such as Amazon.com.
Extracellular and biofluids vesicles (EVs) are highly specialised
yet ubiquitous nanoscale messengers secreted by cells. With the
development of stem cell engineering, EVs promise to deliver next
generation tools in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering,
as well as in diagnostics. A vibrant and promising field, this book
provides the first resource to the field. Covering basic cell
biology, including EV production and intracellular communication,
this book will provide material scientists and engineers with a
foundation to the necessary biology. The reader will then learn
about the isolation of extracellular vesicles their physicochemical
characterisation and therapeutic application of EVs in regenerative
medicine as well as their potential as biomarkers in medical
diagnostic. This book will also discuss the regulatory landscape of
EVs. Bridging cell biology, biomaterials, biophysics and biomedical
engineering the content of this book is written with a broad
interdisciplinary audience in mind. Researchers, new and
established will find this a must-have on their shelf.
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Rats! (Paperback)
Rita Cevasco Slp, Moira Chrzanowski Slp, Tracy Molitors
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R320
Discovery Miles 3 200
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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This second book in the series contains slightly higher-level
vocabulary, while using the same popular game format presented in
Volume One. All activities are carefully designed to challenge the
minds of people in mild to moderate stages of dementia. Written by
a Speech-Language Pathologist, the books incorporate research-based
activities to stimulate word-finding. Regardless of the level of
difficulty, the games provide essential calisthenics to keep the
mind active. Unlike most Alzheimer's books aimed at caregivers,
these are designed to be completed independently by individuals
with the disease, giving them an opportunity for enjoyable
leisure-time activity and a sense of pride and accomplishment. When
shared with caregivers, family or friends, meaningful interaction
is automatic. Individual game items provide a springboard to
reminisce about fond memories and create positive feelings. The
series offers activity directors or recreation therapists a wealth
of ready-made content to incorporate into group activities. The
level of difficulty, based on vocabulary, varies from the simplest
in Volume I to the most advanced in Volume III. Answers are
provided at the back of the first two issues and following each
game in the last issue. Each book, containing 70 to 80 games, is
sold at a more affordable price than similar products. The
up-to-date, recent releases receive positive user reviews on
web-sites such as Amazon.com.
This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This
IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced
typographical errors, and jumbled words. This book may have
occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor
pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original
artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe
this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections,
have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing
commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We
appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the
preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for
quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in
an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the
digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books
may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading
experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have
elected to bring the book back into print as part of our continuing
commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.
To be plunged into the depths of grief in the blink of an eye is
devastating. To lose someone over time, watching their leave taking
in tiny increments is just as devastating. There is no easy way to
face the loss of a beloved spouse, child, parent, relative, friend,
lover, pet. Loss is a heart breaking experience that requires a
period of gentle recovery. Explore the ever changing emotions of
the grieving process through the powerful drawings and soulful
poetry of this book. Use it as a tool to express your emotions and
feelings as you travel through your personal journey toward peace
and acceptance. Take Irises and Butterflies and make it your own.
Write, draw, and escort the feelings of your heart onto the pages
that invite your pen and pencil. Give yourself over to the emotions
waiting in the wings of your soul and express them in ways that
will bring comfort. Please remember to be kind to yourself and take
good care as you deal with your pain. Write with the intensity,
gentleness, humor, and emotion that will help you achieve the
release you seek. Draw, even if you've never done so, and you might
surprise yourself with the outcome. Above all, take the first step
on the path that will lead you to reach for the peace that will
someday come home to you.
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