Digital Technology in Public Health and Rehabilitation Care: COVID Era provides an in-depth examination of how digital technology has impacted public health and rehabilitation during the COVID-19 pandemic. The book showcases the range of digital technology applications that have been utilized in healthcare, including the use of mobile phones, computers, wearable and non-wearable technologies, sensors, 3D printers, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), internet technologies, websites and apps, virtual and augmented realities, and computer games. The COVID-19 pandemic had a major impact on the rehabilitation services available to those in need, particularly for older adults, people with physical and cognitive impairments, children with autism and ADHD, and individuals with physical and mental health disorders. In response to these challenges, the book focuses on the potential for advanced digital technologies to revolutionize public health and rehabilitation services, highlighting the need for researchers and healthcare professionals to work together to promote digital-based interventions. With a wealth of case studies and insights from experts in the field, this book is an essential resource for anyone looking to understand the impact of digital technology on public health and rehabilitation services in the COVID-19 era.

Juta’s IP Fundamentals series offers a compact, easy-to-read gateway into South African intellectual property legislation.

The IP Fundamentals: The Patents Act 57 of 1978 and Regulations is designed to be read as an accompaniment to the Patents Act. Written in a succinct, no-nonsense style, the book features a full index, cross-referencing to the Regulations, FAQs and explanations.

It provides an accessible entry point into understanding the content and structure of the legislation for anyone needing to navigate the intricacies of the Patents Act.

Computational pre-screening of antigens is now routinely applied to the discovery of vaccine candidates.
Computer-aided vaccine design is a comprehensive introduction to this exciting field of study. The book is intended to be a textbook for researchers and for courses in bioinformatics, as well as a laboratory reference guide. It is written mainly for biologists who want to understand the current methods of computer-aided vaccine design. The contents are designed to help biologists appreciate the underlying concepts and algorithms used, as well as limitations of the methods and strategies for their use. Chapters include: MHC and T cell responses; Immunoglobulins and B cell responses; Scientific publications and databases; Database design; Computational T cell vaccine design; Computational B cell vaccine design; infectious disease informatics; Vaccine safety and quality assessments; and Vaccine adjuvant informatics.
Essential reading for any biologist who wants to understand methods of computer-aided vaccine designDescription of available data sources and publicly available software, with detailed analysis of strengths and weaknessesTheoretical concepts and practical examples of database design and development for a virtual screening campaign

Doris Walker (Maureen O'Hara), an executive at Macy's department store, believes in taking a common-sense approach to life and is consequently raising her daughter Susan (Natalie Wood) not to believe in Santa Claus. This year however, the convictions of both mother and child are challenged when the kindly old man (Edmund Gwenn) hired as the store Santa insists that he is in fact the real thing. No one believes him, some even think he's insane, but he is willing to go to court to prove his case. Oscars were won by Edmund Gwenn (Best Supporting Actor) and George Seaton (Best Screenplay) and the film was remade in 1994 with Richard Attenborough in the lead.

THE MANHUA ADAPTATION OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING NOVEL SERIES CONTINUES, AS WEI WUXIAN AND LAN WANGJI STAND FAST TOGETHER AGAINST THE WORLD! Wei Wuxian has survived a battle for his life, but the conflict left him severely weakened: When a heated argument breaks out between him and Jiang Cheng, the stress is enough to make the dreaded grandmaster of the demonic path collapse. Wen Ning swiftly appears to shield Wei Wuxian and offers his sword to Jiang Cheng. That sword is bound to its owner and should only answer its master’s call. Jiang Cheng is shocked to discover he can wield it himself! Wen Ning then reveals a long-held secret about the truth behind Jiang Cheng’s golden core… Later, Wei Wuxian and his close companion Lan Wangji visit Yunping City to investigate Jin Guangyao’s secrets. But while staying overnight at an inn, Lan Wangji gets roaring drunk! The last two times he indulged, what followed was utter chaos–and this time will be no different. It might be an opportunity to bring the two of them even closer together!

Aloha Comics proudly presents Heaven Official's Blessing manhua adapted from the super popular anime based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu. The prince had entirely forgotten that it was the eve of the Hungry Ghost Festival when he set out on his journey. On this night, one risks wandering into the Ghost Realm without a chance of returning. Narrowly escaping vengeful spirits, Xie Lian and San Lang make it to Puqi, the Village of Water Chestnuts. But before they can rest or tidy up the shrine, a frantic Taoist arrives with a plea for aid. And so, the heroes embark on yet another perilous adventure, accompanied by two volunteers — Nan Feng and Fu Yao.

Ghosts are converging on the cursed Mount Tonglu for a massive battle royale, the sole survivor of which may become a Ghost King, a being of unimaginable power. Xie Lian is sent to secretly infiltrate and try to prevent this--by destroying any ghosts strong enough to stand a chance.

His heavenly powers are weakened near the cursed mountain, but he has one trump card on his side--Hua Cheng, who has survived Mount Tonglu before. As they struggle against murderous ghosts and the mountain's strange defenses, Hua Cheng's knowledge of the area may prove invaluable.

But can they even begin to unravel the cursed peak's secrets?

NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER! The blockbuster danmei/Boys' Love novels from China that inspired the animated series! In this final book (Volume 8), read the conclusion to this epic historical fantasy about a prince and the mysterious man by his side, in English for the very first time. Also includes bonus stories! White No-Face's mask is off, and the final conflict has begun. Deep in the ancient caverns and lava flows of Mount Tonglu, Xie Lian must face the one whose hatred has followed him for centuries--but this time, he won't have to do it alone. Hua Cheng has spent his long existence amassing the power to protect his beloved Xie Lian, and with their feelings for each other out in the open, he's found even more reason to fight and survive. In this thrilling final volume, can Xie Lian and Hua Cheng overcome the last hurdles in the way of their love? Also included in this final volume are five short stories that expand and continue the story. Enjoy these extra tales of holiday festivities, bedside comfort, and even a birthday bash!

Advances in Phytoremediation Technology offers in-depth information regarding the strategies and approaches facilitating the integration of technologies for wastewater treatment. The book highlights the role of hydrophytes, hyperaccumulators and native plants for accumulation and detoxification of industrial wastewater. Various chapters presented in the book are focused on the sustainability approaches as the centre theme to facilitate industries & policymakers in adopting circular economy goals. Since the principle idea of circular bioeconomy is to make transition from linear economy, it involves advanced technological and designing breakthroughs to reduce waste with a closed looped system. This pioneers a cradle to cradle and waste to resources approach. Integration of various technologies has been considered as possible best ways to utilize the industry wastewater treatment.

THE MANHUA ADAPTATION OF THE NEW YORK TIMES-BESTSELLING NOVEL SERIES CONTINUES AS WEI WUXIAN DISCOVERS THE TRUE PERILS OF HIS DEMONIC PATH...

Lan Wangji is deeply concerned about Wei Wuxian, but despite the bond they share, he's unable to deter him from using dark and dangerous powers. Before the two of them part ways, Wei Wuxian insists he's perfectly in control—a claim that is soon put to the test.

On his way to attend a grand banquet, Wei Wuxian discovers his invitation is a deadly ruse. Jin Zixun, cousin to the heir of the Jin clan of Lanling, has prepared a huge ambush to claim Wei Wuxian's head. Lives are lost in the tragedy that follows, and though Wei Wuxian escapes alive, things swiftly spiral out of control. Three thousand cultivators swear an oath to slay the Yiling Patriarch, as frenzied corpses bring hell to Nightless City! 

Were mid-Tudor evangelicals roaring lions or meek lambs? Did they struggle with a minority complex, or were they comfortable with their position of political ascendancy under Edward VI? How did their theological blueprint of the ‘True Church’ fit their temporal realities? By relocating the Book of Common Prayer at the centre of the English Reformation, Stephen Tong gives new significance to two underacknowledged drivers of reform: ecclesiology and liturgy. Edwardian reformers caused a sensation in England by engaging with these questions, which spilled over into Ireland, and continued to cast a shadow over subsequent generations of the English Protestants.

Feared and hated for his sinister abilities, Wei Wuxian - the grandmaster of demonic cultivation - was driven to his death when the most powerful clans united to destroy him. Thirteen years later, Wei Wuxian is reborn. Summoned by a young man who sacrificed his soul in a forbidden ritual, Wei Wuxian is now bound to seek vengeance on the stranger’s behalf or risk the destruction of his own soul. But when an evil entity emerges, a familiar face from Wei Wuxian’s past suddenly appears amidst the chaos - Lan Wangji, a powerful cultivator who will help shine a light on the dark truths that surround them.

The blockbuster danmei/Boys' Love novels from China that inspired the animated series! This epic historical fantasy about a prince and the mysterious man by his side is now in English, for the very first time! Born the crown prince of a prosperous kingdom, Xie Lian was renowned for his beauty, strength, and purity. His years of dedication and noble deeds allowed him to ascend to godhood. But those who rise, can also fall...and fall he does, cast from the Heavens again and again and banished to the mortal realm. Eight hundred years after his mortal life, Xie Lian has ascended to godhood for the third time. Now only a lowly scrap collector, he is dispatched to wander the earthly realm to take on tasks appointed by the heavens to pay back debts and maintain his divinity. Aided by old friends and foes alike, and graced with the company of a mysterious young man with whom he feels an instant connection, Xie Lian must confront the horrors of his past in order to dispel the curse of his present. This xianxia fantasy tale built around the romanticized love between two men (danmei) has spawned an ongoing multimedia franchise that's beloved across the world. The Seven Seas English-language edition will include covers from (tai3_3), and exclusive, all-new interior illustrations from ZeldaCW.

Microbial Fermentation of Biowastes summarizes new advances in the development of various strategies for enhanced microbial fermentation for organic waste conversion to bioenergy/biochemicals, and for biodegradation of plastic waste. Sections cover principles of additive strategies, multi-stage bioreactors, microbial bioaugmentation strategies, genetically engineered microorganisms, co-digestion strategies, feedstock pre-treatment strategies, enzyme technologies, and hybrid technologies methods. In addition, the book reviews progress in the conversion of common wastes to bioenergy and biochemicals via enhanced anaerobic digestion, also summarizing the significant progress achieved on enhancing anaerobic digestion via additive strategy, multi-stage bioreactor strategy, microbial bioaugmentation strategy, genetic engineering approach, and much more.

HAUNTED BY SIN Following the trail of a dismembered corpse, Wei Wuxian and Lan Wangji arrive at the gates of Yi City: an old, abandoned town shrouded in mist and restless spirits. A fiendish foe awaits them in the shadows, heralding a tale of heartbreak and tragedy. When the mysterious corpse's identity is finally revealed, the hunt for its killer plunges Wei Wuxian back into the depths of the cultivation world's politics, where he must keep his enemies close and Lan Wangji even closer.

This hardcover English edition showcases stunning artwork as it follows Xie Lian, a twice-demoted god, on his journey to uncover the mystery behind disappearances on Mount Yujun.