This book presents the latest developments regarding a detailed mobile agent-enabled anomaly detection and verification system for resource constrained sensor networks; a number of algorithms on multi-aspect anomaly detection in sensor networks; several algorithms on mobile agent transmission optimization in resource constrained sensor networks; an algorithm on mobile agent-enabled in situ verification of anomalous sensor nodes; a detailed Petri Net-based formal modeling and analysis of the proposed system, and an algorithm on fuzzy logic-based cross-layer anomaly detection and mobile agent transmission optimization. As such, it offers a comprehensive text for interested readers from academia and industry alike.

This book presents the latest developments regarding a detailed mobile agent-enabled anomaly detection and verification system for resource constrained sensor networks; a number of algorithms on multi-aspect anomaly detection in sensor networks; several algorithms on mobile agent transmission optimization in resource constrained sensor networks; an algorithm on mobile agent-enabled in situ verification of anomalous sensor nodes; a detailed Petri Net-based formal modeling and analysis of the proposed system, and an algorithm on fuzzy logic-based cross-layer anomaly detection and mobile agent transmission optimization. As such, it offers a comprehensive text for interested readers from academia and industry alike.

Processing Technology for Bio-Based Polymers: Advanced Strategies and Practical Aspects brings together the latest advances and novel technologies surrounding the synthesis and manufacture of biopolymers, ranging from bio-based polymers to synthetic polymers from bio-derived monomers. Sections examine bio-based polymer chemistry, discuss polymerization process and emerging design technologies, cover manufacturing and processing approaches, explain cutting-edge approaches and innovative applications, and focus on biomedicals and other key application areas. Final chapters provide detailed discussion and an analysis of economic and environmental concerns, practical considerations, challenges, opportunities and future trends. This is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists and advanced students in polymer science, bio-based materials, nanomaterials, plastics engineering, biomaterials, chemistry, biotechnology, and materials science and engineering, as well as R&D professionals, engineers and industrialists interested in the development of biopolymers for advanced products and applications.

The fields of Big Data and the Internet of Things (IoT) have seen tremendous advances, developments, and growth in recent years. The IoT is the inter-networking of connected smart devices, buildings, vehicles and other items which are embedded with electronics, software, sensors and actuators, and network connectivity that enable these objects to collect and exchange data. The IoT produces a lot of data. Big data describes very large and complex data sets that traditional data processing application software is inadequate to deal with, and the use of analytical methods to extract value from data. This edited book covers analytical techniques for handling the huge amount of data generated by the Internet of Things, from architectures and platforms to security and privacy issues, applications, and challenges as well as future directions.

Data analysis forms the basis of many modes of research ranging from scientific discoveries to governmental findings. With the advent of machine intelligence and neural networks, extracting and modeling, approaching data has been unimpeachably altered. These changes, seemingly small, affect the way societies organize themselves, deliver services, or interact with each other. Predictive Analysis on Large Data for Actionable Knowledge: Emerging Research and Opportunities provides emerging information on extraction and prediction patterns in data mining along with knowledge discovery. While highlighting the current issues in data extraction, readers will learn new methodologies comprising of different algorithms that automate the multidimensional schema that remove the manual processes. This book is a vital resource for researchers, academics, and those seeking new information on data mining techniques and trends.

Data warehousing is an important topic that is of interest to both the industry and the knowledge engineering research communities. Both data mining and data warehousing technologies have similar objectives and can potentially benefit from each other's methods to facilitate knowledge discovery. Improving Knowledge Discovery through the Integration of Data Mining Techniques provides insight concerning the integration of data mining and data warehousing for enhancing the knowledge discovery process. Decision makers, academicians, researchers, advanced-level students, technology developers, and business intelligence professionals will find this book useful in furthering their research exposure to relevant topics in knowledge discovery.

Under-actuated systems belong to the class of nonlinear systems that have fewer actuators than the degrees of freedom. The examples include mobile robots, legged robots, air crafts, helicopters and underwater robots. This work comprehensively discusses the design of linear and fuzzy logic controllers for such systems with ball on beam as the test bed. MATLAB/Simulink environment has been used to validate the designed controllers.

Waste from various industries contains numerous aromatic compounds that are carcinogenic in nature and have harmful impact on human health. Currently, several procedures are being used for removal of phenol (an aromatic compound) from industrial wastewater. Among these, application of enzymatic catalysis has the potential to substitute conventional methods of waste treatment. On other hand, TURNIP (Brassica napis) is widely cultivated as vegetable in different part of the world and cost effective because of its low-priced and readily availability. Turnip's peroxidase content derived from its extract was evaluated for removal of phenolic content present in tannery wastewater. Along with cost effectiveness and greater activity, crude TURNIP extract (comprising peroxidase) is an environment friendly approach to remove phenolic contents from polluted water. This book deals with each aspect of wastewater/ tannery effluent treatment through turnip extract (turnip peroxidases) to remove the phenolic contents. Moreover, this book also comprises methodology to maximize the activity of peroxidases for utmost elimination of phenolic contaminants.

This book is based on the role of co-morbid disorder; beta thalassemia minor with iron deficiency anemia in the promulgation of beta thalassemia gene. This book explain the pathophysiology of co-morbid condition and its effect on hematological parameters and Hb-A2 levels. This book is useful for the medical students, general physicians, consultant hematologist and Pathologist. In the areas where beta thalassemia is more common genetic disorder this book will proved as useful tool to stop the propagation of beta thalassemia gene in homozygous state

This book is based on molecular genetics of beta thalassemia syndrome. The data revealed the molecular spectrum of beta thalassemia genes in Pakistan. The manuscript also explains the evaluation of beta thalassemia gene in Pakistani population from its basic Mediterranean origin. This book is very much useful for molecular biologist, hematologist and students of genetics. This book is also described in detail the methodology of ARMS PCR used for detection of thalassemia genes.

This survey report is based on issues of consumers and its impact on their behavior and to take some necessary steps to understand those issues. In the last one decade, a number of Pakistani satellite and other channels have been started which increase the choice for the viewers to watch different types of program. As we know that most of the people in Pakistan are watching international Satellite channels due to which people are forgetting their own culture. In this survey, we only surveyed different sectors of Rawalpindi/Islamabad to check the behavior of viewers. The analysis is based on the behavior of the viewers towards Pakistani media.

The book is written on the research conducted to determine the creditworthiness of a company/firm. To do the analysis, the firm i.e. Dera Ghazi Khan Cement Company (D. G. Khan Cement Company) has been selected for analysis purpose and its secondary data was obtained from the audited financial (annual) statements of the company and are used for analysis and assessment of financial stability. To examine the creditworthiness of company different tools that are used i.e. liquidity analysis, capital structure and solvency analysis, du pont analysis and comparative analysis of balance sheet and profit and loss account income statement. The required data is gathered from annual reports and financial statements i.e. Income Statements, Balance Sheets and Cash Flow Statements for last 12 years i.e. from 2000-01 to 2011-12. The empirical results are analyzed on the basis of ratios. Liquidity and solvency ratios help to assess the creditworthiness of a company and it guides investors and shareholders to take effective decision.

The Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)is now become a fast and routine procedure for nephrolithiasis in most urological centres. The aim of study is to assess the changes in standard procedure and its outcome on patient morbidity. As we discussed that the conventional procedure need the placement of nephrostomy tube, so we assess, is the nephrostomy tube, is really worthwhile after procedure? if needed, is it necessary to put the large bore tube instead of small bore tube. we compare, the outcome of large bore, with small bore, and tubeless PCNL. we comes on conclusion, that patients with tubeless have definitely edge over those group having nephrostomy tube, with no added morbidity.

This project was designed for the evaluation of the current pharmacy practices at community pharmacies of Lahore on basis of WHO/FIP guidelines. This assessment was based on 50 indicators in form of survey which fulfills almost all areas of community pharmacy practice. Questionnaire was filled through the verbal communication with personnel. Total of 200 drug sale outlets were selected. The collected data was used to categorize the drug sale outlets on basis of score in four categories (A, B, C, and D). According to results obtained 88% of drug sale outlets secured below 50% of the total score .The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics. It was concluded that GPP guidelines for pharmacy practices need to be established in Pakistan. Qualified pharmacist should personally supervise the drug sale outlets to enhance the rational use of drugs. The compounding and dispensing section has a lot of improvement to be done regarding formulation and supervision personally by pharmacist and also these premises have to be separate from major area as per law. Other major areas identified by this study that require improvement include training, premises, storage system, and service.