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This reference book collates traditional and modern applications of
remote sensing in aquatic ecosystem monitoring. It covers
conventional assessment methods like sampling, surveying, and
chlorophyll estimation. Advanced remote sensing technology provides
timely spectral information for quantitative and qualitative
assessment of water changes, volume, and vegetation. The book
discusses space-borne, airborne, and drone geospatial data. The
five sections broadly cover aquatic ecosystem monitoring,
vegetation management, advanced modelling practices, and
challenges. Key features – Covers different types of aquatic
ecosystems like wetlands, rivers, lakes, saline, and brackish
Reviews the latest applications of remote sensing in the monitoring
and assessment of aquatic ecosystems Includes traditional methods
like cartography, sampling, surveying, phytoplankton assessment and
chlorophyll estimation Discusses the application of artificial
intelligence, machine learning, data fusion in monitoring aquatic
systems Explores the prospects of future Earth Observation space
missions for aquatic ecosystem monitoring The book is meant for
scientists, professionals, and policymakers working in
environmental sciences, remote sensing, and geology.
Nowadays, raw biological data can be easily stored as databases in
computers but extracting the required information is the real
challenge for researchers. For this reason, bioinformatics tools
perform a vital role in extracting and analyzing information from
databases. Bioinformatics Tools and Big Data Analytics for Patient
describes the applications of bioinformatics, data management, and
computational techniques in clinical studies and drug discovery for
patient care. The book gives details about the recent developments
in the fields of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data
analytics. It highlights the advances in computational techniques
used to perform intelligent medical tasks. Features: Presents
recent developments in the fields of artificial intelligence, cloud
computing, and data analytics for improved patient care. Describes
the applications of bioinformatics, data management, and
computational techniques in clinical studies and drug discovery.
Summarizes several strategies, analyses, and optimization methods
for patient healthcare. Focuses on drug discovery and development
by cloud computing and data-driven research The targeted audience
comprises academics, research scholars, healthcare professionals,
hospital managers, pharmaceutical chemists, the biomedical
industry, software engineers, and IT professionals.
We have seen a sharp increase in the development of data transfer
techniques in the networking industry during the last few years. We
can see that the photos are assisting clinicians in detecting
Covid-19 infection in patients even in the current Covid-19
pandemic condition. With the aid of ML/AI, medical imaging, such as
lung X-rays for Covid-19 infection, is crucial in the early
detection of many diseases. We also learned that in the Covid-19
scenario, wired and wireless networking are improved for data
transfer but have network congestion. An intriguing concept that
has the ability to reduce spectrum congestion and continuously
offer new network services is providing wireless network
virtualization. The degree of virtualization and resource sharing
varies between the paradigms. Each paradigm has both technical and
non-technical issues that need to be handled before wireless
virtualization becomes a common technology. For wireless network
virtualization to be successful, these issues need careful design
and evaluation. Future wireless network architecture must adhere to
a number of Quality of Service requirements (QoS). Virtualization
has been extended to wireless networks as well as conventional
ones. By enabling multi-tenancy and tailored service with a wider
range of carrier frequencies, it improves efficiency and
utilization. In the IoT environment, wireless users are
heterogeneous, and the network state is dynamic, making network
control problems extremely difficult to solve as dimensionality and
computational complexity keep rising quickly. Deep Reinforcement
Learning (DRL) has been developed by the use of Deep Neural
Networks (DNNs) as a potential approach to solve high-dimensional
and continuous control issues effectively. Deep Reinforcement
Learning techniques provide great potential in IoT, edge and SDN
scenarios and are used in heterogeneous networks for IoT-based
management on the QoS required by each Software Defined Network
(SDN) service. While DRL has shown great potential to solve
emerging problems in complex wireless network virtualization, there
are still domain-specific challenges that require further study,
including the design of adequate DNN architectures with 5G network
optimization issues, resource discovery and allocation, developing
intelligent mechanisms that allow the automated and dynamic
management of the virtual communications established in the SDNs
which is considered as research perspective
This book deals with recent and upcoming technologies of breeding
freshwater ornamental fish. It covers in detail areas such as
status, breeding techniques, food and health management and
marketing of freshwater ornamental fishes. There is a separate
chapter on breeding of indigenous freshwater ornamental fishes.
Emphasis is given on national and international legislation related
to ornamental fish export and import. The book contains a useful
chapter on the importance and role of ornamental plants and
accessories. Aquarium making, decoration, water quality management
and maintenance have also been well explained for hobbyists. This
title has been co-published with NIPA. Not for sale in South Asia
(India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Bhutan)
The volume addresses a selection of diverse topics in such areas
as: machine learning based intelligent systems for healthcare
applications of artificial intelligence the Internet of Things,
intelligent data analytics techniques, intelligent network systems
and applications, and inequalities and process control systems.
includes high-quality research work by academics and industrial
experts in the field of computing. includes case studies related to
Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Internet of Things, Multimedia
Big data, Blockchain, Augmented reality, Data Science, Robotics,
Cybersecurity, 3D printing, Voice Assistants and Chat bots, and
future communication networks. serves as a valuable reference guide
for anyone seeking knowledge about the future of computing.
The idea of 'New India' has acquired a new currency. The dominant
grammar of politics dilutes the critical impulse and deters the
expression of alternate politics. The interpretive possibilities
have been replaced by a reactive exchange. Technology is presented
as a panacea, rather than just a facilitator. Legitimacy and
normative dignity for these ideas is acquired by redefining the
role of the institutions and also through constitutional
amendments. A major intellectual effort is required to reformulate
public policy, governance systems and social relations to balance
the opposite claims of market efficiency and economic growth with
social equity and justice. This book is co-published with Aakar
Books, New Delhi. Taylor & Francis does not sell or distribute
the print versions of this book in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan,
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
This book provides a detailed overview to the topic of
international fisheries governance and the drivers of IUU fishing.
Technologies that directly address these challenges reduce costs
and improve and expand farm operations both offshore and especially
on land are reported in this communication. The book provides
information on the following areas to scientists, resource managers
and researchers working with big data to advance more sustainable
fisheries practices. Modeling in the areas of Feed Conversion Ratio
(FCR), Specific Feeding Ratio (SFR), Key Performance Indicators
(KPI) that are needed for efficient management of resources for
sustainable production from fisheries sector. Note: T&F does
not sell or distribute the Hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal,
Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. This title is co-published with
New India Publishing Agency.
Composite Materials: Properties, Characterisation, and Applications
provides an in-depth description of the synthesis, properties, and
various characterisation techniques used for the study of composite
materials. Covers applications and simulation tests of these
advanced materials Presents real-world examples for demonstration
Discusses surface, thermal, and electrical characterisation
techniques Covers composites for use as sensors Aimed at industry
professionals and researchers, this book offers readers thorough
knowledge of the fundamentals as well as advanced level techniques
involved in composite material characterisation, development, and
applications.
This book gathers selected papers presented at International
Conference on Machine Learning, Advances in Computing, Renewable
Energy and Communication (MARC 2020), held in Krishna Engineering
College, Ghaziabad, India, during December 17-18, 2020. This book
discusses key concepts, challenges, and potential solutions in
connection with established and emerging topics in advanced
computing, renewable energy, and network communications.
This new book discusses the concepts while also highlighting the
challenges in the field of quantum cryptography and also covering
cryptographic techniques and cyber security techniques, in a single
volume. It comprehensively covers important topics in the field of
quantum cryptography with applications, including quantum key
distribution, position-based quantum cryptography, quantum
teleportation, quantum e-commerce, quantum cloning, cyber security
techniques' architectures and design, cyber security techniques
management, software-defined networks, and cyber security
techniques for 5G communication. The text also discusses the
security of practical quantum key distribution systems,
applications and algorithms developed for quantum cryptography, as
well as cyber security through quantum computing and quantum
cryptography. The text will be beneficial for graduate students,
academic researchers, and professionals working in the fields of
electrical engineering, electronics and communications engineering,
computer science, and information technology.
The book covers various biotechnological research efforts and their
applications in fisheries and aquaculture, especially in the area
of fish breeding, health management, nutrition and culture.
Application of the recent biotechnological tools, like
Transcriptomics, Transgenesis, Nanotechnology, Metabolomics, RNAi
and CRISPRi Technologies in the field of fisheries research are
included in the book. Topics like conservation genetics for
management of fishery resources are also covered in the book. It
aims at addressing the growing need of the biotechnology in
advancing the cause of aquaculture with a view to provide food and
nutritional security to the world. This book will be of immense use
to teachers, researchers, academicians, development officials and
policymakers, involved in R&D of fisheries and aquaculture
sectors. Also, the book serves as an additional reading material
for undergraduate and graduate students of fisheries, marine
sciences, ecology, aquaculture, and environmental sciences. The
research in aquaculture biotechnology is likely to have significant
impact on aquaculture and fisheries by way of supporting
nutritional food security to the growing population.
This book presents a concept for implementing a mass balance
approach toward developing an effective eco-friendly, livestock
farming system independent of external energy input. In this
context it describes a modern, integrated farming system, and
includes comprehensive technical information explaining the design
and evaluation of manure management systems, and modeling and
operational tools. It first discusses the mass balance operating
process, highlighting the difference between imported and exported
mass across the farm boundary. Estimating mass balance can provide
critical information for (comprehensive) nutrient management
planning and for managing the movement of nutrients and manure. It
then explains the estimation of whole-farm P mass balance using a
suitable model system. The subsequent chapters provide updated
information on management aspects of livestock-farming and
generation of multiple job opportunities, and also explore various
aspects of livestock farming operational protocols like housing and
management; nurture of rams, ewes and lambs, new born calves and
heifers; care of buck, doe and kid- nutrition flushing; concept
zero grazing-systems; disease control and management; integrated
goat farming; and crop-livestock integration. Further, the book
addresses crop-livestock integration; energy autonomy in cattle
farming; value added biopharmaceuticals from cattle farming; CAPEX
for cattle farming; concepts of cattle farming; detrimental effects
of the industry; topographic and edaphic factors, and thermal
stress on livestock growth and development; socioeconomic
development; and water requirements for livestock. The book
concludes with the most important issue in the field of agriculture
and veterinary science: "Livestock Farming with Care," describing
sustainable, eco-friendly livestock farming by highlighting issues
like animal feed vs. human food; agricultural GDP vs livestock, and
factors affecting the sustainability of livestock farming. Given
its scope, this book is a valuable resource for researchers and
students alike, and will also appeal to practitioners in the field
of livestock.
This book provides a blueprint for the allocation of public
expenditures "in" and "for" agriculture at the dis-aggregated state
level and suggests a reorientation in favour of disadvantaged
regions where the marginal returns on additional investments would
be higher. It provides insights into the inter-linkages between
public expenditures, private investment, rural poverty, and
agriculture productivity from a regional perspective to reflect
upon spatial differences in the welfare effects of various
investments, subsidies, and policies. The book focuses on
agricultural growth and rural poverty reduction through public and
private investments, non-farm employment, and other pathways to the
formulation of appropriate policies at the dis-aggregated state
level. It presents new evidence based on advanced econometric tools
for analysing and understanding the relationship between public and
private investments in agriculture and input subsidies (fertilizer,
power, irrigation, and credit) together with their impacts at the
dis-aggregated state level. The book also deliberates on an income
based direct support system for farmers as an alternative to the
existing input price subsidy regime. Accordingly, the book offers
valuable insights not only for researchers working on poverty
alleviation, rural economy, and agricultural growth, but also for
policymakers.
This book presents a concept for implementing a mass balance
approach toward developing an effective eco-friendly, livestock
farming system independent of external energy input. In this
context it describes a modern, integrated farming system, and
includes comprehensive technical information explaining the design
and evaluation of manure management systems, and modeling and
operational tools. It first discusses the mass balance operating
process, highlighting the difference between imported and exported
mass across the farm boundary. Estimating mass balance can provide
critical information for (comprehensive) nutrient management
planning and for managing the movement of nutrients and manure. It
then explains the estimation of whole-farm P mass balance using a
suitable model system. The subsequent chapters provide updated
information on management aspects of livestock-farming and
generation of multiple job opportunities, and also explore various
aspects of livestock farming operational protocols like housing and
management; nurture of rams, ewes and lambs, new born calves and
heifers; care of buck, doe and kid- nutrition flushing; concept
zero grazing-systems; disease control and management; integrated
goat farming; and crop-livestock integration. Further, the book
addresses crop-livestock integration; energy autonomy in cattle
farming; value added biopharmaceuticals from cattle farming; CAPEX
for cattle farming; concepts of cattle farming; detrimental effects
of the industry; topographic and edaphic factors, and thermal
stress on livestock growth and development; socioeconomic
development; and water requirements for livestock. The book
concludes with the most important issue in the field of agriculture
and veterinary science: "Livestock Farming with Care," describing
sustainable, eco-friendly livestock farming by highlighting issues
like animal feed vs. human food; agricultural GDP vs livestock, and
factors affecting the sustainability of livestock farming. Given
its scope, this book is a valuable resource for researchers and
students alike, and will also appeal to practitioners in the field
of livestock.
This book covers all aspects of deficiency of essential elements
and excess of toxic ones in crop plants. The metal deficiency and
toxicity are the two sides of same problem that are threatening to
sustainable agricultural growth. The book presents prospective
strategies for the management of elemental nutrition of crop
plants. Chapters are arranged in a manner so as to develop a lucid
picture of the topic beginning from basics to advanced research.
The content is supplemented with flow charts and figures to make it
convenient for readers to holistically grasp the concepts. It will
be a value addition for students, research scholars and
professionals in understanding the basics as well latest
developments in the area of metal deficiency and excess in crop
plants.
This book presents the latest insights and developments in the
field of socio-cultural inspired algorithms. Akin to evolutionary
and swarm-based optimization algorithms, socio-cultural algorithms
belong to the category of metaheuristics (problem-independent
computational methods) and are inspired by natural and social
tendencies observed in humans by which they learn from one another
through social interactions. This book is an interesting read for
engineers, scientists, and students studying/working in the
optimization, evolutionary computation, artificial intelligence
(AI) and computational intelligence fields.
This book includes state-of-the-art discussions on various issues
and aspects of the implementation, testing, validation, and
application of big data in the context of healthcare. The concept
of big data is revolutionary, both from a technological and
societal well-being standpoint. This book provides a comprehensive
reference guide for engineers, scientists, and students
studying/involved in the development of big data tools in the areas
of healthcare and medicine. It also features a multifaceted and
state-of-the-art literature review on healthcare data, its
modalities, complexities, and methodologies, along with
mathematical formulations. The book is divided into two main
sections, the first of which discusses the challenges and
opportunities associated with the implementation of big data in the
healthcare sector. In turn, the second addresses the mathematical
modeling of healthcare problems, as well as current and potential
future big data applications and platforms.
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This book provides a blueprint for the allocation of public
expenditures "in" and "for" agriculture at the dis-aggregated state
level and suggests a reorientation in favour of disadvantaged
regions where the marginal returns on additional investments would
be higher. It provides insights into the inter-linkages between
public expenditures, private investment, rural poverty, and
agriculture productivity from a regional perspective to reflect
upon spatial differences in the welfare effects of various
investments, subsidies, and policies. The book focuses on
agricultural growth and rural poverty reduction through public and
private investments, non-farm employment, and other pathways to the
formulation of appropriate policies at the dis-aggregated state
level. It presents new evidence based on advanced econometric tools
for analysing and understanding the relationship between public and
private investments in agriculture and input subsidies (fertilizer,
power, irrigation, and credit) together with their impacts at the
dis-aggregated state level. The book also deliberates on an income
based direct support system for farmers as an alternative to the
existing input price subsidy regime. Accordingly, the book offers
valuable insights not only for researchers working on poverty
alleviation, rural economy, and agricultural growth, but also for
policymakers.
This book is a delight for academics, researchers and professionals
working in evolutionary and swarm computing, computational
intelligence, machine learning and engineering design, as well as
search and optimization in general. It provides an introduction to
the design and development of a number of popular and recent swarm
and evolutionary algorithms with a focus on their applications in
engineering problems in diverse domains. The topics discussed
include particle swarm optimization, the artificial bee colony
algorithm, Spider Monkey optimization algorithm, genetic
algorithms, constrained multi-objective evolutionary algorithms,
genetic programming, and evolutionary fuzzy systems. A friendly and
informative treatment of the topics makes this book an ideal
reference for beginners and those with experience alike.
The book examines the market reaction to mergers and acquisitions
(M&A) announcements over a period from 2003 to 2015. Mergers
and acquisitions continue to be amongst the preferred competitive
options available to the companies seeking to grow fast in the
rapidly changing global business scenario. M&A as a growth
strategy has received attention from developed as well as emerging
economies. It has been extensively used by managers as an expansion
strategy and also serves as an important instrument for increasing
corporate efficiency. Recently, M&A has grown at a rapid pace,
creating a need for research to analyze what drives this phenomenon
and how it affects firms and markets. As such, this book evaluates
the impact of M&A on short-term abnormal returns as well
long-term financial performance. It also assesses the management
view concerning the motives for undertaking M&A. In addition,
the book investigates the corporate governance practices of the
acquiring firms and their impact on the short- term as well as
long- term performance of those firms.
This book presents a collection of computational intelligence
algorithms that addresses issues in visual pattern recognition such
as high computational complexity, abundance of pattern features,
sensitivity to size and shape variations and poor performance
against complex backgrounds. The book has 3 parts. Part 1 describes
various research issues in the field with a survey of the related
literature. Part 2 presents computational intelligence based
algorithms for feature selection and classification. The algorithms
are discriminative and fast. The main application area considered
is hand posture recognition. The book also discusses utility of
these algorithms in other visual as well as non-visual pattern
recognition tasks including face recognition, general object
recognition and cancer / tumor classification. Part 3 presents
biologically inspired algorithms for feature extraction. The visual
cortex model based features discussed have invariance with respect
to appearance and size of the hand, and provide good inter class
discrimination. A Bayesian model of visual attention is described
which is effective in handling complex background problem in hand
posture recognition. The book provides qualitative and quantitative
performance comparisons for the algorithms outlined, with other
standard methods in machine learning and computer vision. The book
is self-contained with several figures, charts, tables and
equations helping the reader to understand the material presented
without instruction.
The book examines the market reaction to mergers and acquisitions
(M&A) announcements over a period from 2003 to 2015. Mergers
and acquisitions continue to be amongst the preferred competitive
options available to the companies seeking to grow fast in the
rapidly changing global business scenario. M&A as a growth
strategy has received attention from developed as well as emerging
economies. It has been extensively used by managers as an expansion
strategy and also serves as an important instrument for increasing
corporate efficiency. Recently, M&A has grown at a rapid pace,
creating a need for research to analyze what drives this phenomenon
and how it affects firms and markets. As such, this book evaluates
the impact of M&A on short-term abnormal returns as well
long-term financial performance. It also assesses the management
view concerning the motives for undertaking M&A. In addition,
the book investigates the corporate governance practices of the
acquiring firms and their impact on the short- term as well as
long- term performance of those firms.
This book presents recent advancements in Industry 4.0 and
addresses how these can be useful in achieving sustainable
solutions in Society 5.0. The book also serves as a reference for
developing sustainable engineering solutions to various
socio-economic and techno-commercial issues. The book is
meticulously structured into two sections: Section I sheds light on
fundamentals, nitty-gritties, and principles of technological
innovations and advancement in artificial intelligence, cloud
computing, industrial Internet of Things (IIOT), and Society 5.0,
whereas Section II covers viable engineering solutions developments
for revamping Industry 4.0 to Society 5.0. Overall, the authors aim
to show how technological advancements can be used to address
social issues and improve society.
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