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Energy Science And Technology (Nuclear Energy)

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The ever increasing demand for electricity and energy efficiency makes it too difficult to resist nuclear power as a source of energy. Nuclear power is a mature technology capable of generating large amounts of electricity in an affordable and reliable manner without adverse climate change effects. However, Three Mile Island, Chernobyl, Fukushima Daiichi and other nuclear accidents have increased the fear of harnessing nuclear energy. But no energy source is risk free and that includes nuclear power as well. Studies indicate a large number of deaths because of particulate emissions from coal based thermal power plants. The average mortality from coal is estimated at 170 deaths per billion kWh in comparison to 4 deaths per kWh from natural gas. The mortality rate for nuclear power is 0.09 deaths per kWh, after accounting for Chernobyl and Fukushima disasters, from uranium mining using the linear no-threshold dose hypothesis. Safe disposal of radioactive nuclear waste is also an issue. Volume 4 discusses these and several other issues pertaining to nuclear energy at length. This volume includes discussion on the following topics: o Low energy neutron physics o Nuclear energy from thorium o Quantum mechanics of nuclear decays o Quantum statistical nuclear multi fragmentation o Equilibrium nuclear states for fission energy utilization o Nuclear fusion energy from experiments to power plants o Thermonuclear burn-up of DT and DD fusion fuels o Single particle energy of nucleon and binding energies of nuclear matter o Monte Carlo code for proton therapy o Simulation procedure for continuous re fuelling in pebble bed reactors o Monte Carlo simulations for uncertainty analysis of problems in nuclear science o Fast reactor physics and computational methods o Statistical challenges in integrated nuclear safeguards o New micro-engineered materials for improved safety of nuclear power devices o Public safety management before, during and after radiological accidents o Radioactivity in the environment in the vicinity of power plants and dose assessment o Impact assessment of beyond design-basis accident o Numerical modeling for managing nuclear accidents: the Fukushima Daiichi case o Nuclear waste hazard and its solution o Inorganic phosphate cements for safe disposal of radioactive wastes o Validation of nuclear data libraries at the U-D2O benchmark systems o Neutron activation analysis of the Gd2O2S:Pr scintillation ceramics o Geo ceramics for immobilization of Sr-Cs-fractions of high level waste o Investigations on radiation induced dimensional changes in graphite o Review of research, application and development on glow discharge ion sources The volume 4 contains 28 chapters authored by 57 researchers and/or academicians from 17 nations, namely Brazil, Colombia, Egypt, Germany, India, Iran, Italy, Japan, Republic of Korea, Russia, Serbia, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Ukraine, United Kingdom and United States of America presenting a glimpse of the various research activities being carried out in different parts of the world in the field of Nuclear Energy.

Energy Science And Technology (Fuel Cells And Batteries)

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Fuel cells and batteries are electrochemical devices that convert the chemical energy of a fuel directly into electrical energy with high efficiency and low environmental impact. Since both these devices convert chemical energy into electrical energy without combustion, they are not subjected to thermodynamic limitations of heat engines like Carnot efficiency and are, therefore, capable of achieving higher conversion efficiencies. In a fuel cell electricity is produced through a chemical reaction of fuel and oxygen/air supplied continuously from some external source, while a battery stores the chemical reactants in its structure itself. In essence, a fuel cell is refueled and a battery is recharged. Fuel cells have been recognized as the most promising future energy conversion technologies for large and small stationary power plants and as the source of electricity for vehicles and portable devices. Batteries also continue to improve from year to year with increase in energy capacity, reliability and reusability and decrease in size, weight and cost. In view of their importance as an energy source, fuel cells and batteries have been discussed in a volume entirely devoted to them. The volume 10 comprises a discussion on following topics: o Fuel cell and battery technology o Micro solid oxide fuel cell as portable power sources o Microfluidic reversible fuel cell for carbon-neutral energy conversion cycle o Polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells o In situ EIS for performance analysis of PEM fuel cells in automotive applications o Membrane electrode assemblies for low temperature fuel cells o Non-platinum cathode catalysts for fuel cells o Advanced materials and catalysts for fuel cells o Nanometric catalysts for oxygen-reduction reaction in fuel cells o Cost comparison of different fuel cell systems o Packed-bed reactors to generate hydrogen for fuel-cell applications o Developments in secondary batteries o Metal oxides as electrodes in rechargeable Lithium-ion batteries o Deposition type single flow batteries for large-scale energy storage o In situ static NMR as an analytical tool in battery materials studies o Power management optimization of fuel cell/Li-ion battery hybrid drive trains o Power trains for gasoline-electric hybrid cars o Supercapacitors and other novel chemical power sources The volume 10 contains 18 chapters from 51 researchers and/or academicians representing 13 nations, namely China, France, Germany, India, Iran, Italy, Lithuania, Portugal, Republic of Korea, Serbia, Taiwan, United States of America and Vietnam giving an overview of the various research activities being carried out in different parts of the world on Fuel Cells and Batteries.

Biotechnology and Bioforensics

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This Brief covers broad areas of Applied Biology specifically into the domains of Biotechnology/Biomedicine and Forensic Science. Chapters included here would also explain the role of bioinformatics in protein and gene characterization, modeling of the protein structure, survey related to the chromosomal effect on Human Disorders like Diabetes and Cardiac Problems. This Brief is full of Innovative Literature like Use of Microbes in Electricity Production, Brain connection to Type 2 Diabetes etc. Interesting issues in Forensic biology and the aspects of Bioforensics like STR profiling of exhumed bones makes this brief truly useful and informative for Researchers. It also includes the advancements and new ideologies in understanding crop improvements & crop quality. This Brief witnesses Innovative Research related to the Bio and Agri software development too which are capable of accelerating Insilico biological data analysis.

Energy Science And Technology (Bioenergy)Energy Science And Technology (Bioenergy)

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Biomass is the plant matter created by photosynthesis process in which water and carbon dioxide in presence of solar energy is converted into organic matter. Biomass includes anything that is not a fossil fuel and is bio-organic based. The use of fuel wood collected from natural forests for bioenergy production is as old as fire itself and in many undeveloped societies is still a major source of energy. Bioenergy has gained great attention in recent past due to environmental considerations and the increase in worldwide energy demand. Bioenergy is clean because it has negligible content of sulfur, nitrogen and ash-forming constituents resulting in lower emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides and soot than conventional fossil fuels. In addition, bioenergy is carbon dioxide neutral since, when burnt, only the carbon dioxide collected during its growth is released into the atmosphere. The volume 7 analyzes the bioenergy as a sustainable and renewable energy option. A partial list of the topics covered in this volume is as follows: o Bioenergy for environmental sustainability o Biomass as a potential sustainable source of energy o Energetic potential of plant biomass as a renewable source of befouls o Bibfuls: a step towards green energy o Liquid bibfuls usable in motorized transport o Conversion of biomass into conventional fuel o Catalytic conversion of biomass into befouls and value added chemicals o Biomass conversion technologies for low biomass producing countries o Thermal behaviours in biomass to befoul conversion o Natural zealots as catalysts for befoul production o Befoul production by lignolytic enzymes o Conversion of eucalypt forestry waste residues to bibfuls o Befoul production from waste of starting dates in Algeria o Bioethanol production from lignocelluloses agricultural waste in Indonesia o Bioethanol from agro-industrial residues as feedstock o Production and characterization of ethyl ethanoate from cassava peel o Technological aspects and environmental consequences of biodiesel o Non-catalytic transesterification reaction for biodiesel production o Sustainable microalgae biotechnology for biodiesel production o Innovative microalgae utilization with enhanced process integration o Biodiesel from waste cooking oil: elaboration and combustion modeling o Production of biodiesel from waste frying oil using heterogeneous catalyst The volume 7 contains 33 chapters from 84 researchers and/or academicians representing 21 nations, namely Algeria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Egypt, Estonia, France, India, Indonesia, Iran, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Poland, Portugal, Serbia, Spain and Turkey giving an overview of the various research activities being carried out in different parts of the world in the field of Bioenergy

Biotechnology of Microorganisms

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Microbial biotechnology is an important contributor to global business, especially in agriculture, the environment, healthcare, and the medical, food, and chemical industries. This volume provides an exciting interdisciplinary journey through the rapidly changing backdrop of invention in microbial biotechnology, covering a range of topics, including microbial properties and characterization, cultivation and production strategies, and applications in healthcare, bioremediation, nanotechnology, and more.Key features:Explains the diverse aspects of and strategies for cultivation of microbial speciesDescribes biodiversity and biotechnology of microbesProvides an understanding of microorganisms in bioremediation of pollutantsExplores various applications of microbes in agriculture, food, health, industry, and the environmentConsiders production issues and applications of microbial secondary metabolitesUnderscores the importance of integrating genomics of microorganisms in ecological restoration of contaminated environments

Energy Storage for Modern Power System Operations

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ENERGY STORAGE for MODERN POWER SYSTEM OPERATIONS Written and edited by a team of well-known and respected experts in the field, this new volume on energy storage presents the state-of-the-art developments and challenges for modern power systems for engineers, researchers, academicians, industry professionals, consultants, and designers. Energy storage systems have been recognized as the key elements in modern power systems, where they are able to provide primary and secondary frequency controls, voltage regulation, power quality improvement, stability enhancement, reserve service, peak shaving, and so on. Particularly, deployment of energy storage systems in a distributed manner will contribute greatly in the development of smart grids and providing promising solutions for the above issues. The main challenges will be the adoption of new techniques and strategies for the optimal planning, control, monitoring and management of modern power systems with the wide installation of distributed energy storage systems. Thus, the aim of this book is to illustrate the potential of energy storage systems in different applications of modern power systems, with a view toward illuminating recent advances and research trends in storage technologies. This exciting new volume covers the recent advancements and applications of different energy storage technologies that are useful to engineers, scientists, and students in the discipline of electrical engineering. Suitable for the engineers at power companies and energy storage consultants working in the energy storage field, this book offers a cross-disciplinary look across electrical, mechanical, chemical and renewable engineering aspects of energy storage. Whether for the veteran engineer or the student, this is a must-have for any library. AUDIENCE Electrical engineers and other designers, engineers, and scientists working in energy storage

Breves respuestas a las grandes preguntas

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Stephen Hawking fue reconocido como una de las mentes más brillantes de nuestro tiempo y una figura de inspiración después de desafiar su diagnóstico de ELA a la edad de veintiún años. Es conocido tanto por sus avances en física teórica como por su capacidad para hacer accesibles para todos conceptos complejos y destacó por su travieso sentido del humor. En el momento de su muerte, Hawking estaba trabajando en un proyecto final: un libro que compilaba sus respuestas a las «grandes» preguntas que a menudo se le planteaban: preguntas que iban más allá del campo académico. Dentro de estas páginas, ofrece su punto de vista personal sobre nuestros mayores desafíos como raza humana, y hacia dónde, como planeta, nos dirigimos después. Cada sección será presentada por un pensador líder que ofrecerá su propia visión de la contribución del profesor Hawking a nuestro entendimiento.

Cyanobacterial Lifestyle and its Applications in Biotechnology (Enhanced Edition)

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Environmental change is affecting the world's agricultural productivity. This is coupled with an increase in population: according to the United Nations Department for Economic and Social Affairs, the global population is estimated to reach 9.7 billion by 2050. Therefore, the current situation requires that we develop climate-smart technologies to improve crop productivity to sustain the ever-rising global population. Current-day farmers are introducing a considerable amount of agrochemicals to enhance crop productivity. Indiscriminate agrochemical application has altered not only the soil's physic-chemical and biological properties but also affected human health through food chain contamination. Cyanobacteria, under these changing environmental conditions, may help to resolve the problem significantly without changing the natural soil properties. In spite of their well-known stress tolerance potential, most of the cyanobacterial stress management and signaling pathways are yet to be fully characterized. Therefore, there is an urgent need to explore cyanobacterial metabolism under stress as well as their regulatory pathways to exploit them for sustainable agriculture. In recent decades, the application of cyanobacteria has attracted scientists because of uniqueness, better adaptability, and synthetic products.Diverse cyanobacterial communities with the ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen, together with their photosynthetic properties, have demonstrated their application under field conditions. Several cyanobacterial species have thus been exploited to enhance soil fertility, mitigate biotic and abiotic stress, and contamination management.Cyanobacterial Lifestyle and its Applications in Biotechnology has been designed to discuss different aspects of cyanobacterial physiology with the aim of helping to provide a better understanding of advanced cyanobacterial molecular biology and their metabolism to uncover the potential of cyanobacteria in the tailoring of stress smart crops for sustainable agriculture. Chapters include valuable information about the role of cyanobacteria in the evolution of life, cyanobacterial photosynthesis, stress-tolerant cyanobacterium, biological nitrogen fixation, circadian rhythms, genetics and molecular biology of abiotic stress responses. Summarizes various aspects of cyanobacterial research. Includes comprehensive coverage of molecular approaches for the identification of cyanobacteria and their evolution. Identifies an expanding horizon of cyanobacterial lifestyle: stress management in cyanobacteria. Examines cyanobacteria synthetic biology, genetic engineering, photosynthesis and metabolic engineering.

Agroforestry and Climate Change

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This volume provides an abundance of valuable information on emerging eco-friendly technology and its potential role in combating climate change via agroforesty. The volume begins by describing the recent understanding of the scenario of climate change and its issues and challenges and provides an in-depth analysis of the potential of agroforestry toward climate change mitigation and adaptation. Chapters address a wide range of techniques and methods for mitigating the negative aspects of climate change through agroforesty, such as vermicomposting, carbon sequestration, horticulture techniques, nutrient sequestration and soil sustainability, conservation of medicinal plant resources, silvipastoral systems, phytoremediation techniques, and more. The book also looks at livelihood security and the role of agroforestry.Key features: Provides updated information and recent developments in the field of climate change and agroforestry Looks at a variety of eco-friendly methods being employed to help mitigate climate change through agroforesty Provides recommendations and suggestions to build harmony between agroforestry and climate change Discusses new insights on the role of agroforestry toward combating climate change as well as maintaining the sustainability of ecosystems

Data Science for COVID-19

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Data Science for COVID-19, Volume 2: Societal and Medical Perspectives presents the most current and leading-edge research into the applications of a variety of data science techniques for the detection, mitigation, treatment and elimination of the COVID-19 virus. At this point, Cognitive Data Science is the most powerful tool for researchers to fight COVID-19. Thanks to instant data-analysis and predictive techniques, including Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Mining, and computational modeling for processing large amounts of data, recognizing patterns, modeling new techniques, and improving both research and treatment outcomes is now possible. - Provides a leading-edge survey of Data Science techniques and methods for research, mitigation and the treatment of the COVID-19 virus - Integrates various Data Science techniques to provide a resource for COVID-19 researchers and clinicians around the world, including the wide variety of impacts the virus is having on societies and medical practice - Presents insights into innovative, data-oriented modeling and predictive techniques from COVID-19 researchers around the world, including geoprocessing and tracking, lab data analysis, and theoretical views on a variety of technical applications - Includes real-world feedback and user experiences from physicians and medical staff from around the world for medical treatment perspectives, public safety policies and impacts, sociological and psychological perspectives, the effects of COVID-19 in agriculture, economies, and education, and insights on future pandemics

Nanotechnology in Medicine

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NANOTECHNOLOGY IN MEDICINE Discover thorough insights into the toxicology of nanomaterials used in medicine In Nanotechnology in Medicine: Toxicity and Safety, an expert team of nanotechnologists delivers a robust and up-to-date review of current and future applications of nanotechnology in medicine with a special focus on neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, diagnostics, nano-nutraceuticals, dermatology, and gene therapy. The editors offer resources that address nanomaterial safety, which tends to be the greatest hurdle to obtaining the benefits of nanomedicine in healthcare. The book is a one-stop resource for recent and comprehensive information on the toxico logical and safety aspects of nanotechnology used in human health and medicine. It provides readers with cutting-edge techniques for delivering therapeutic agents into targeted cellular compartments, cells, tissues, and organs by using nanoparticulate carriers. The book also offers methodological considerations for toxicity, safety, and risk assessment. Nanotechnology in Medicine: Toxicity and Safety also provides readers with: A thorough introduction to the nanotoxicological aspects of nanomedicine, including translational nanomedicine and nanomedicine personalization Comprehensive introductions to nanoparticle toxicity and safety, including selenium nanoparticles and metallic nanoparticles Practical discussions of nanotoxicology and drug delivery, including gene delivery using nanocarriers and the use of nanomaterials for ocular delivery applications In-depth examinations of nanotechnology ethics and the regulatory framework of nanotechnology and medicine Perfect for researchers, post-doctoral candidates, and specialists in the fields of nanotechnology, nanomaterials, and nanocarriers, Nanotechnology in Medicine: Toxicity and Safety will also prove to be an indispensable part of the libraries of nanoengineering, nanomedicine, and biopharmaceutical professionals and nanobiotechnologists.

Microbes for Sustainable Development and Bioremediation

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Microbes are the predominant form of life on the planet due to their broad range of adaptation and versatile nutritional behavior. The ability of some microbes to inhabit hostile environment incompatible with most forms of life means that their habitat defines the extent of the biosphere and delineates the barrier between the biosphere and geosphere. The direct and indirect role of microbes that include bacteria, fungi, actinomycetes, viruses, mycoplasma, and protozoans are very much important in development of modern human society for food, drugs, textiles, agriculture, and environment. Furthermore, microorganisms and their enzyme system are responsible for the degradation of various organic matters. Microbes for Sustainable Development and Bioremediation emphasizes the role of microbes for sustainable development of ecosystem. Environmental microbiology role in biogeochemical cycle and bioremediation of environmental waste is major theme, which comprises the following aspects: Bacterial phytoextraction mechanism of heavy metals by native hyperaccumulator plants from complex waste-contaminated site for eco-restoration Role of microbial enzyme for eco-friendly recycling of industrial waste Field-scale remediation of crude oil–contaminated desert soil and treatment technology Microbial technology for metal recovery from e-waste printed circuit board Impact of genomic data on sustainability of ecosystem Methane monooxygenases: their regulations and applications Role of microbes in environmental sustainability and food preservation This book will be directly beneficial to researchers and classroom students, in areas of biotechnology, environmental microbiology, molecular biology, and environmental engineering with specialized collection of cutting-edge knowledge.

Design, Analysis and Applications of Renewable Energy Systems (Enhanced Edition)

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Design, Analysis and Applications of Renewable Energy Systems covers recent advancements in the study of renewable energy control systems by bringing together diverse scientific breakthroughs on the modeling, control and optimization of renewable energy systems as conveyed by leading energy systems engineering researchers. The book focuses on present novel solutions for many problems in the field, covering modeling, control theorems and the optimization techniques that will help solve many scientific issues for researchers. Multidisciplinary applications are also discussed, along with their fundamentals, modeling, analysis, design, realization and experimental results. This book fills the gaps between different interdisciplinary applications, ranging from mathematical concepts, modeling, and analysis, up to the realization and experimental work. Presents some of the latest innovative approaches to renewable energy systems from the point-of-view of dynamic modeling, system analysis, optimization, control and circuit design Focuses on advances related to optimization techniques for renewable energy and forecasting using machine learning methods Includes new circuits and systems, helping researchers solve many nonlinear problems

Plaidoyer pour les animaux

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Dans la lignée dePlaidoyer pour l'altruisme, Matthieu Ricard invite à étendre notre bienveillance à l'ensemble des êtres sensibles. Dans l'intérêt des animaux, mais aussi des hommes.Nous tuons chaque année 60 milliards d'animaux terrestres et 1 000 milliards d'animaux marins pour notre consommation. Un massacre inégalé dans l'histoire de l'Humanité qui pose un défi éthique majeur et nuit à nos sociétés : cette surconsommation aggrave la faim dans le monde, provoque des déséquilibres écologiques, est mauvaise pour notre santé.En plus de l'alimentation, nous instrumentalisons aussi les animaux pour des raisons purement vénales (trafic de la faune sauvage), pour la recherche scientifique ou par simple divertissement (corridas, cirques, zoos).Et si le temps était venu de les considérer non plus comme des êtres inférieurs mais comme nos "concitoyens" sur cette terre ?Nous vivons dans un monde interdépendant où le sort de chaque être, quel qu'il soit, est intimement lié à celui des autres. Il ne s'agit pas de s'occuper que des animaux mais aussi des animaux.Cet essai lumineux met à la portée de tous les connaissances actuelles sur les animaux, et sur la façon dont nous les traitons.Une invitation à changer nos comportements et nos mentalités.

Phycobiotechnology

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Named #1 of 15 Best New Biotechnology Books to Read in 2021 by BookAuthority.This volume explores and explains the vast uses and benefits of algae as food, feed, and fuel. It covers the most advanced applications of algae in the food and feed industries and for environmental sustainability. With chapters written by experts and which were extensively reviewed by many well-known subject experts and professionals, Phycobiotechnology: Biodiversity and Biotechnology of Algae and Algal Products for Food, Feed, and Fuel provides an abundance of valuable information.Algae are a genetically diverse group of organisms with a wide range of physiological and biochemical characteristics that have unique capabilities in the fields of agriculture, pharmaceuticals, industry, and environment. Algae hold the potential to become the planet’s next major source of energy and a vital part of the solution for climate change and dependence on fossil fuels. Many varieties of algae are also known to be an abundant source of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that can boost the human immune system.

El mundo y sus demonios

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¿Estamos al borde de una nueva edad oscura de irracionalismo y superstición? En este libro conmovedor, el incomparable Carl Sagan demuestra con brillantez que el pensamiento científico es necesario para salvaguardar nuestras instituciones democráticas y nuestra civilización técnica. El mundo y sus demonios es el libro más personal de Sagan, y está lleno de historias humanas entrañables y reveladoras. El autor, con las experiencias de su propia infancia y la apasionante historia de los descubrimientos de la ciencia, muestra cómo el método del pensamiento racional puede superar prejuicios y supersticiones para dejar al descubierto la verdad, que, con frecuencia, resulta sorprendente.

Chemical Science and Engineering Technology

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One of the major areas of emphasis in the field of in chemical science and engineering technology in recent years has been interdisciplinary research, a trend that promises new insights and innovations rooted in cross-disciplinary collaboration. This volume is designed for stepping beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries and applying knowledge and insights from multiple fields. This book, Chemical Science and Engineering Technology: Perspectives on Interdisciplinary Research, provides a selection of chapters on interdisciplinary research in chemical science and engineering technology, taking a conceptual, and practical approach. The book includes case studies and supporting technologies and also explains the conceptual thinking behind current uses and potential uses not yet implemented. International experts with countless years of experience lend this volume credibility.

Buddhism and Science

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Buddhism and Science brings together distinguished philosophers, Buddhist scholars, physicists, and cognitive scientists to examine the contrasts and connections between the worlds of Western science and Eastern spirituality. This compilation was inspired by a suggestion made by His Holiness the Dalai Lama, himself one of the contributors, after one of a series of cross-cultural scientific dialogues in Dharamsala, India, sponsored by the Mind and Life Institute. Other contributors such as William L. Ames, Matthieu Ricard, and Stephen LaBerge assess not only the fruits of inquiry from East and West but also shed light on the underlying assumptions of these disparate worldviews. Their essays creatively address a broad range of topics: from quantum theory's surprising affinities with the Buddhist concept of emptiness, to the increasing need in the West for a more contemplative science attuned to the first-person investigation of the mind, to the important ways in which the psychological study of "lucid dreaming" maps similar terrain to the cultivation of the Tibetan Buddhist discipline of dream yoga. Reflecting its wide variety of topics, Buddhism and Science is comprised of three sections. The first presents two historical overviews of the engagements between Buddhism and modern science or, rather, how Buddhism and modern science have defined, rivaled, or complemented one another. The second describes the ways Buddhism and the cognitive sciences inform each other; the third addresses points of intersection between Buddhism and the physical sciences. On the broadest level this work illuminates how different ways of exploring the nature of human identity, the mind, and the universe at large can enrich and enlighten one another.

Enterprise Interoperability

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In a fast changing world governed by innovative Enterprise Services and the Future Internet, the issue of Enterprise Interoperability is no longer limited to the interoperation of systems within a single company, but has become a much greater multi-view issue of interoperability throughout a Network of Enterprises. This book contains the proceedings of 13 workshops presented as short papers and discussions held at each workshop. The workshops were co-located with the I-ESA’12 Conference organized by the Polytechnic University of Valencia, Spain. Complementary to the conference program, the workshops aimed at exploiting new issues, challenges and solutions for Enterprise Interoperability. The scope of the workshops spanned a wide range of interoperability issues in Service Science and Innovation, Model Driven Interoperability, Service Oriented Architectures, Factories of the Future, Enterprise Networks and Management, SME Aspects and Standards.

Advances in Antenna, Signal Processing, and Microelectronics Engineering

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With the rapid growth of wireless communications, this book meets the strong demand for information and new research in the area of antenna, signal processing, and microelectronics engineering. Providing an interdisciplinary platform, it brings together leading academicians, scientists, and researchers to share information on innovations, trends, and advances as well as the challenges encountered in this field. The chapters address the functional framework in the area of antenna, signal processing, and microelectronics engineering and explore the concepts from the basic to advanced level.Key features:• Addresses the functional framework in the area of antenna, signal processing, and microelectronics engineering• Covers the major challenges, issues, and advances in antennas, signal processing, and microelectronics engineering• Explores optimization techniques for smart antenna and microelectronics for different applications• Explores different materials and design techniques in the area of antennas and microelectronics

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