Practitioners do not have an adequate understanding of how small changes in mixtures of chemicals will affect toxicity in an organism. The current belief is the mechanism of action must be known and similar for all chemical involved to be able to adequately predict mixture effects. This book provides a discussion of approaches, molecular mechanisms, and the challenges involved in the assessment of mixtures. In the first section of the book a brief introduction to the background and significance of combined toxicity is provided describing the degradation, oxidation, absorption, distribution, biotransformation and excretion of various compounds in the environment and organism. Section two introduces the main sources and enrichment mechanisms of different chemical mixtures and clarifies the biological exposure pathways of different compounds. In section three classical and emerging toxicological research models are introduced in detail, including various cell models and in vivo research models of model organisms with the case study; included are the combined molecular toxicity mechanism of heavy metals, pesticides, persistent organic pollutants (POPs), pharmaceutical and personal care products (PPCP), phthalates (PAEs), microplastics and flame retardants respectively. Through the description of compound emission, migration, accumulation and transformation process in the previous sections and the analysis of the combined molecular toxicity, section four introduces computer mathematical modeling methods of hazard assessment of compound mixture. Sections five and six detail challenges and future trends and provides a conclusion on the topic.
"With the increased prominence of protests organized by public groups like Black Lives Matter, recent years have seen a shift in public opinion on memorials and monuments which represent figures with ties to slavery, oppression, and imperialism. While this led to some of the most widespread recent popular interest in the role of public art, it is only the latest event in an evolving era in art history which finds artists and historians working to respond to changing public opinion and expectations about who is memorialized in the public space and why. In Memorials Now, well-known authorities in public art Cher Krause Knight and Harriet F Senie consider a selection of notable recent case studies which exemplify changing beliefs about the values and roles of memorials. With a particular interest in the ways that artists have moved to memorialize and honour people who have traditionally been underrepresented and oppressed, this text explores exciting public memorials such as the memorial to an enslaved man in 1763 Monument in Georgetown, Guyana; the NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt; and the recent work by Steve Locke, Three Deliberate Grays for Freddie (A Memorial for Freddie Gray). Though the text is largely concerned with the ways in which this movement is playing out in the United States, the text also draws in examples from around the world, thus demonstrating the many ways that artists have responded to the particular situations of their communities to memorialize the most vulnerable community members. This text promises to become an essential work in the current study of memorials, monuments, and public art. This is a thriving area of study in art history -- particularly for its interconnection with politics, sociology, visual anthropology, and culture studies -- but is also of timely relevance in courses on public planning, urban development, and architecture. As the latest work by two highly respected scholars in this area, there is sure to be much interest in this book both for its value in the classroom and its contribution to scholarship"--
This book describes cases of innovations in biomaterials used for in major biomedical implants for human body contributing to advancement of tissue regeneration and/or regenerative medicine for the enhancement of human life. These biomaterials are either in the laboratory stage ready for marketing or at the industrial stage where they are commercially implemented, or in the development stage. The cases cover all scales from nanoscale to molecules, processes, industrial sites, regions, the world and most industries. For each case the contribution of that specific biomaterial to development of the specific implant is clearly described and explained from its origin to its next generation. The book provides an indispensable resource for an interdisciplinary audience composed of medical and dental students, researchers in the biomedical industry, and students with science and engineering backgrounds who have an interest in biomaterials. While the focus is on major biomaterials used in implants, the book also describes conventional and emerging biomaterials and shows how these are applied for next generation implants. Each chapter includes examples, and a list of pertinent references.
Develop more nutritious crops to aid in the fight against world hunger with this timely volume One in nine people worldwide suffer from hunger or food scarcity. Massively increasing food production is one of the most urgent scientific projects in the modern world, particularly as a changing climate places increasing pressure on the global food supply and on sustainable food production processes. Biofortification is a process in which plant breeding, improved agronomic practices, and/or modern biotechnology are employed to increase nutrient density of crops without sacrificing any of their desirable characteristics. It's an essential tool in the global fight against hunger. Crops Biofortification offers an up-to-the-minute overview of this essential subject and its recent advances. It covers all the latest methodologies and techniques deployed in biofortification, as well as surveying plant responses to genetically induced biofortification and the effect of climate change on biofortified crops. Designed to allow for the application of these techniques at the field level, it's a significant contribution towards the search for a sustainable global food spply. Crops Biofortification readers will also find: Presentation of recent advances in omics, particularly metabolomics, which can decipher potential changes in plants caused by biofortificationDetailed discussion of methods for increasing the nutritional content of edible plants to address specific nutritional deficienciesContributions towards a road map for increasing global food production by 70% before the year 2050 Crops Biofortification is ideal for researchers, policymakers, and professionals interested in the potential biofortification of crop plants, as well as graduate and advanced undergraduate students in agronomy, plant physiology, plant breeding and genetics, agricultural biotechnology, and related fields.
A comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of differential antennas The first antennas ever created were differential antennas, in the dipole and loop constructions, before the subsequent creation of the single-ended or monopole antenna. Dozens of basic antenna configurations have been invented since then, the majority of them differential. The theory and design of differential antennas therefore has an impact on a huge range of fields which make use of electromagnetic waves. Differential Antennas contains a thorough, comprehensive overview of these antennas, their theory, and their practical applications. It details the relationship between differential and single-ended antennas, which may act as tools for determining the properties of one when the other is known. This book offers an analysis of the role differential antennas play in wireless communication and sensing. Overall, it stands as an essential contribution to a key area of communications technology. Differential Antennas readers will also find: Chapters covering topics including microstrip antennas, shorted patch antennas, grid array antennas, and other designs Tables and figures illustrating key data, antenna structures, and moreInstructions for measuring differential antennas for characterization and specification purposes Differential Antennas is ideal for senior and graduate level students, researchers, and radio frequency engineers.
Enables readers to develop foundational and advanced vectorization skills for scalable data science and machine learning and address real-world problems Offering insights across various domains such as computer vision and natural language processing, Vectorization covers the fundamental topics of vectorization including array and tensor operations, data wrangling, and batch processing. This book illustrates how the principles discussed lead to successful outcomes in machine learning projects, serving as concrete examples for the theories explained, with each chapter including practical case studies and code implementations using NumPy, TensorFlow, and PyTorch. Each chapter has one or two types of contents: either an introduction/comparison of the specific operations in the numerical libraries (illustrated as tables) and/or case study examples that apply the concepts introduced to solve a practical problem (as code blocks and figures). Readers can approach the knowledge presented by reading the text description, running the code blocks, or examining the figures. Written by the developer of the first recommendation system on the Peacock streaming platform, Vectorization explores sample topics including: Basic tensor operations and the art of tensor indexing, elucidating how to access individual or subsets of tensor elements Vectorization in tensor multiplications and common linear algebraic routines, which form the backbone of many machine learning algorithms Masking and padding, concepts which come into play when handling data of non-uniform sizes, and string processing techniques for natural language processing (NLP) Sparse matrices and their data structures and integral operations, and ragged or jagged tensors and the nuances of processing them From the essentials of vectorization to the subtleties of advanced data structures, Vectorization is an ideal one-stop resource for both beginners and experienced practitioners, including researchers, data scientists, statisticians, and other professionals in industry, who seek academic success and career advancement.
Provides an extensive and up-to-date overview of the theory and application of computational pharmaceutics in the drug development process Computational Pharmaceutics: From Multi-Scale Modeling to Artificial Intelligence introduces a variety of current and emerging computational techniques for pharmaceutical research. Bringing together experts from academia, industry, and regulatory agencies, this edited volume also explores the current state, key challenges, and future outlook of computational pharmaceutics while encouraging development across all sectors of the field. Throughout the text, the authors discuss a wide range of essential topics, from molecular modeling and process simulation to intelligent manufacturing and quantitative pharmacology. Building upon Computational Pharmaceutics: Application of Molecular Modeling in Drug Delivery, this new edition provides a multi-scale perspective that reveals the physical, chemical, mathematical, and data-driven details of pre-formulation, formulation, process, and clinical studies, in addition to in vivo prediction in the human body and precision medicine in clinical settings. Detailed chapters address both conventional dosage forms and the application of computational technologies in advanced pharmaceutical research, such as dendrimer-based delivery systems, liposome and lipid membrane research, and inorganic nanoparticles. A major contribution to the development and promotion of computational pharmaceutics, this important resource: Discusses the development track, achievements, and prospects of computational pharmaceuticsPresents multidisciplinary research to help physicists, chemists, mathematicians, and computer scientists locate problems in the field of drug deliveryCovers a wide range of technologies, including protein/peptide formulations, diamond nanoparticles, layered double hydroxides (LDHs) drug delivery systems, and gene delivery systemsFocuses on the application of cutting-edge computational technologies and intelligent manufacturing of emerging pharmaceutical technologiesIncludes a systematic overview of computational pharmaceutics and Pharma 4.0 to assist non-specialist readers Covering introductory, advanced, and specialist topics, Computational Pharmaceutics: From Multi-Scale Modeling to Artificial Intelligence is an invaluable resource for computational chemists, computational analysts, pharmaceutical chemists, process engineers, process managers, and pharmacologists, as well as computer scientists, medicinal chemists, clinical pharmacists, material scientists, and nanotechnology specialists working in the field.
Delve into nine meticulous chapters of the multifaceted realms of nanolubricants. The material addresses characterizations and its transformations of various sectors by enhancing performance, reducing maintenance, and promoting the sustainability of machinery and systems. Beyond its primary function, lubricants find application in diverse areas, including power transmission, foreign object transportation, and the regulation of surface temperature. The book explores environmental benefits, progress, and challenges associated with the latest advancements in lubrication science. Also Included in This Book: - Explores characteristics and application across various domains - Studies vegetable oil-based lubricants to those incorporating metal and no-metal oxide components - Focus on the intriguing synergy between nano-dimensionality and the incorporation of metals and metal oxides into vegetable oil-based biodegradable lubricants - Explores environmental advantages, progress, and challenges associated with this innovative approach - Talks about the integration of functionalized nanostructured semi-metal-based compounds as lubricant additives in non-edible vegetable oils to improve tribological properties
Fine-tune your marketing research with this cutting-edge statistical toolkit Bayesian Statistics and Marketing illustrates the potential for applying a Bayesian approach to some of the most challenging and important problems in marketing. Analyzing household and consumer data, predicting product performance, and custom-targeting campaigns are only a few of the areas in which Bayesian approaches promise revolutionary results. This book provides a comprehensive, accessible overview of this subject essential for any statistically informed marketing researcher or practitioner. Economists and other social scientists will find a comprehensive treatment of many Bayesian methods that are central to the problems in social science more generally. This includes a practical approach to computationally challenging problems in random coefficient models, non-parametrics, and the problems of endogeneity. Readers of the second edition of Bayesian Statistics and Marketing will also find: Discussion of Bayesian methods in text analysis and Machine Learning Updates throughout reflecting the latest research and applications Discussion of modern statistical software, including an introduction to the R package bayesm, which implements all models incorporated here Extensive case studies throughout to link theory and practice Bayesian Statistics and Marketing is ideal for advanced students and researchers in marketing, business, and economics departments, as well as for any statistically savvy marketing practitioner.
Master the basics and intricacies of quant and high-frequency trading with the latest edition of this accessible and widely-read guide In the newly revised third edition of Inside the Black Box: A Simple Guide to Systematic Investing, veteran practitioner and investor Rishi K Narang delivers another insightful discussion of how quantitative and algorithmic trading strategies work in non-mathematical terms. As with prior editions, this third edition is full of timeless concepts and timely updates. Supplemented by compelling anecdotes and real-world stories, the book explains the most relevant developments in the discipline since the publication of the second edition in 2013. You'll find out about the explosion in machine learning for alphas, signal mixing, data extraction, and execution, as well as the proliferation of alt data and a discussion of how to use it appropriately. You'll also discover: Updated discussions of approaches to research Newer and more effective approaches to portfolio optimization The frontiers of quantitative investing An essential and accessible treatment of a complicated and of-the-moment topic, Inside the Black Box remains the gold standard for non-mathematicians seeking to understand the ins and outs of one of the most fascinating and lucrative trading strategies, as well as quants from disciplines outside of finance looking for a conceptual framework on which to build profitable systematic trading strategies.
Agro-Waste contains 17 chapters on profuse applications of synthetic plastics in food packaging and their impact on human health and the environment. Update your knowledge of biopolymer-based packages and their utilization of agro-waste for deriving biopolymers. It's a resourceful guide including contemporary research, developments, and innovations in agro-waste. This book raises awareness for food businesses, researchers, and stakeholders to fabricate sustainable food packaging that are not environmentally friendly. Discover compelling innovations and applications about food wastes of plant and animal origin and their applications for the fabrication of sustainable food packaging. More chapters summarize the effectiveness of biopolymers and their composites in developing active films and edible coatings for preserving perishable foods. Additionally, the material addresses concerns associated with the possible migration of components or additives from biodegradable packaging into packaged food items.
Boasting numerous industrial applications, inorganic chemistry forms the basis for research into new materials and bioinorganic compounds such as calcium that act as biological catalysts.
A comprehensive and practical framework for ethical practices in contemporary cybersecurity While some professions - including medicine, law, and engineering - have wholeheartedly embraced wide-ranging codes of ethics and conduct, the field of cybersecurity continues to lack an overarching ethical standard. This vacuum constitutes a significant threat to the safety of consumers and businesses around the world, slows commerce, and delays innovation. The Code of Honor: Embracing Ethics in Cybersecurity delivers a first of its kind comprehensive discussion of the ethical challenges that face contemporary information security workers, managers, and executives. Authors Ed Skoudis, President of the SANS Technology Institute College and founder of the Counter Hack team, and Dr. Paul Maurer, President of Montreat College, explain how timeless ethical wisdom gives birth to the Cybersecurity Oath which is currently being adopted by security practitioners and leaders around the world. This practical book tells numerous engaging stories that highlight ethically complex situations many cybersecurity and tech professionals commonly encounter. It also contains compelling real-world case studies - called Critical Applications - at the end of each chapter that help the reader determine how to apply the hands-on skills described in the book. You'll also find: A complete system of cybersecurity ethics relevant to C-suite leaders and executives, front-line cybersecurity practitioners, and students preparing for careers in cybersecurity. Carefully crafted frameworks for ethical decision-making in cybersecurity. Timeless principles based on those adopted in countless professions, creeds, and civilizations. Perfect for security leaders, operations center analysts, incident responders, threat hunters, forensics personnel, and penetration testers, The Code of Honor is an up-to-date and engaging read about the ethically challenging world of modern cybersecurity that will earn a place in the libraries of aspiring and practicing professionals and leaders who deal with tech every day.
Bundle includes: 9781394164790 Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice: A Systems Approach, 3rd Edition The third edition of Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice is an essential guide for aspiring paramedics and emergency medical professionals. Authored by experienced paramedics and academics, this fully updated text offers a comprehensive overview of contemporary paramedicine, addressing the evolving paramedic curriculum. With new and updated chapters throughout, the book takes a multidisciplinary approach, ideal for undergraduate paramedic students, as well as registered paramedics, clinicians, and educators. 9781119862802 Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics This comprehensive textbook connects theory to practice, emphasising the importance of a strong understanding of pathophysiology for making rapid and effective clinical decisions. With detailed discussions on patient-focused issues, common and specialised diseases, as well as physiological and psychological alerts, this resource supports high-quality care in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Ideal for all paramedic students and early-career paramedics, it draws on the latest evidence and clinical best practices to prepare them for their vital roles in healthcare. 9781119724322 Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Paramedics This textbook not only enhances students' expertise but also boosts their self-confidence in their role as paramedics, integrating extensive pharmacological knowledge into a practical plan of care, and, in turn, improving overall patient health and wellbeing. With guidance on using pharmaceutical and prescribing reference guides, comprehensive explorations of legal and ethical issues in paramedicine, practical discussions on pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, drug formulations, and adverse drug reactions, along with in-depth examinations of various medicines, this text is a one-stop reference for paramedics navigating the complexities of pharmacology.
The second edition of Sustainable Business prepares future business leaders to tackle the most crucial social and environmental issues of our time. This engaging textbook provides students with a comprehensive, balanced introduction to integrating sustainable business policies into all core business functions and processes. The text employs a qualitative-based learning process to help students understand how leadership, finance, accounting, risk management, marketing, supply chain management, and operations can be adapted to meet the sustainability goals of the 21st century.Looking at sustainable business from the managerial viewpoint, the fully-updated new edition explains how and why business is evolving due to increased consumer and regulatory pressure for sustainable performance. Business topics are first introduced in the same manner as traditional MBA programs, and then examined through the lens of sustainably. The text incorporates real-life examples of social and environmental leadership to demonstrate the efficacy of good sustainable business decisions, and illustrates the negative ramifications of outdated, purely economic-driven managerial decision-making. Influential concepts based on interdisciplinary research in sustainability are discussed in detail, and practical insights address how to turn policy into practice in the workplace.
In the newly revised third edition of Fundamentals of Database Management Systems, veteran database expert Dr. Mark Gillenson delivers an authoritative and comprehensive account of contemporary database management. The Third Edition assists readers in understanding critical topics in the subject, including data modeling, relational database concepts, logical and physical database design, SQL, data administration, data security, NoSQL, blockchain, database in the cloud, and more. The author offers a firm grounding in the fundamentals of database while, at the same time, providing a wide-ranging survey of database subfields relevant to information systems professionals. And, now included in the supplements, the author's audio narration of the included PowerPoint slides! Readers will also find: Brand-new content on NoSQL database management, NewSQL, blockchain, and database-intensive applications, including data analytics, ERP, CRM, and SCMUpdated and revised narrative material designed to offer a friendly introduction to database managementRenewed coverage of cloud-based database managementExtensive updates to incorporate the transition from rotating disk secondary storage to solid state drives
This comprehensive bundle comprises two vital volumes, each tailored to address key aspects crucial for providing optimal care throughout the maternal journey. Bundle includes: 9781119864714 Fundamentals of Maternal Anatomy and Physiology Addresses the unique needs of midwives by offering a dedicated exploration of anatomy and physiology with full-colour illustrations. Suitable for both undergraduate and postgraduate midwifery students, as well as practicing midwives, this book serves as an invaluable asset in advancing anatomical and physiological knowledge. 9781119864684 Fundamentals of Maternal Pathophysiology Equips midwives with a tailored understanding of disordered physical processes, meeting the professional standards of proficiency. This foundational text emphasises the importance of early indicators, enabling midwives to recognise and promptly respond to complications during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery. Whether you are an undergraduate or graduate midwifery student or a midwife returning to practice, this resource advances pathophysiological knowledge within midwifery practice, ensuring safe and effective care delivery.
Comprehensive resource covering tools and techniques used for predictive analytics with practical applications across various industries Intelligent Techniques for Predictive Data Analytics provides an in-depth introduction of the tools and techniques used for predictive analytics, covering applications in cyber security, network security, data mining, and machine learning across various industries. Each chapter offers a brief introduction on the subject to make the text accessible regardless of background knowledge. Readers will gain a clear understanding of how to use data processing, classification, and analysis to support strategic decisions, such as by optimizing marketing strategies and customer relationship management and recommendation systems, improving general business operations, and predicting occurrence of chronic diseases for better patient management. Traditional data analytics uses dashboards to illustrate trends and outliers, but with large data sets, the process is labor-intensive and time-consuming. This book provides everything readers need to save time by performing deep, efficient analysis without human bias and time constraints. A section on current challenges in the field is also included. Intelligent Techniques for Predictive Data Analytics covers sample topics such as: ● Models to choose from in predictive modeling, including classification, clustering, forecast, outlier, and time series models ● Price forecasting, quality optimization, and insect and disease plant and monitoring in agriculture ● Fraud detection and prevention, credit scoring, financial planning, and customer analytics in banking ● Big data in smart grids, smart grid analytics, and predictive smart grid quality monitoring, maintenance, and load forecasting ● Management of uncertainty in predictive data analytics and probable future developments in the field Intelligent Techniques for Predictive Data Analytics is an essential resource on the subject for professionals and researchers working in data science or data management seeking to understand the different models of predictive analytics, along with graduate students studying data science courses and professionals and academics new to the field.
A comprehensive handbook for middle-market business sellers In Selling Your Business with Confidence: A Practical Playbook for Mid-Market Owners, veteran M&A advisor David McCombie delivers an insider's guide to navigating the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) sales process. In plain English, this book covers every essential topic for owners considering the sale of their business. Readers will fully understand the process, the range of options available, and their implications. In the book, you'll learn to navigate every step of the exciting--yet stressful--business sale journey, such as: The overall timeline, mechanics, and typical strategies of a deal Understanding different types of buyers and what they prioritize Tactics you can implement immediately to make your company more valuable Strategies for emotionally and psychologically preparing yourself for the transaction An essential roadmap to the complicated world of mid-market M&A transactions, Selling Your Business with Confidence is a must-have resource for business owners and the ecosystem of professionals who serve them.
Comprehensive treatment of several representative flexible systems, ranging from dynamic modeling and intelligent control design through to stability analysis Fully illustrated throughout, Dynamic Modeling and Neural Network-Based Intelligent Control of Flexible Systems proposes high-efficiency modeling methods and novel intelligent control strategies for several representative flexible systems developed by means of neural networks. It discusses tracking control of multi-link flexible manipulators, vibration control of flexible buildings under natural disasters, and fault-tolerant control of bionic flexible flapping-wing aircraft and addresses common challenges like external disturbances, dynamic uncertainties, output constraints, and actuator faults. Expanding on its theoretical deliberations, the book includes many case studies demonstrating how the proposed approaches work in practice. Experimental investigations are carried out on Quanser Rotary Flexible Link, Quanser 2 DOF Serial Flexible Link, Quanser Active Mass Damper, and Quanser Smart Structure platforms. The book starts by providing an overview of dynamic modeling and intelligent control of flexible systems, introducing several important issues, along with modeling and control methods of three typical flexible systems. Other topics include: Foundational mathematical preliminaries including the Hamilton principle, model discretization methods, Lagrange's equation method, and Lyapunov's stability theoremDynamic modeling of a single-link flexible robotic manipulator and vibration control design for a string with the boundary time-varying output constraintUnknown time-varying disturbances, such as earthquakes and strong winds, and how to suppress them and use MATLAB and Quanser to verify effectiveness of a proposed controlAdaptive vibration control methods for a single-floor building-like structure equipped with an active mass damper (AMD) Dynamic Modeling and Neural Network-Based Intelligent Control of Flexible Systems is an invaluable resource for researchers and engineers seeking high-efficiency modeling methods and neural-network-based control solutions for flexible systems, along with industry engineers and researchers who are interested in control theory and applications and students in related programs of study.
The latest edition of the best-selling haematology textbook for undergraduate and postgraduate students and trainees Now in its ninth edition, Hoffbrand's Essential Haematology remains the definitive introductory textbook in the field. A team of leading experts provide clear and authoritative coverage of fundamental areas of clinical and laboratory haematology, including basic science, clinical features, diagnostic procedures and patient management. The text includes hundreds of high-quality colour images illustrating different anaemias, white cell and platelet disorders, leukaemias, myeloproliferative diseases, lymphomas, myeloma, bleeding and thrombotic disorders. Thoroughly revised and updated, Hoffbrand's Essential Haematology reflects current knowledge of the pathogenesis of blood diseases, their classification, diagnosis and treatment algorithms incorporating novel agents. The role of detection of minimal residual disease in management, and recent advances in immunological treatment of benign and malignant blood disorders, including CAR-T cell therapy, are highlighted. This edition contains expanded coverage of clonal haemopoiesis, the non-Hodgkin lymphomas amyloidosis, hospital related thrombosis, new treatments for haemophilia, and the use of direct-acting oral anticoagulants. Gene therapy for sickle cell anaemia, thalassaemia, and haemophilia feature and a new section focuses on the haematological consequences of COVID-19 infection and vaccine-induced immune thrombotic thrombocytopenia (VITT). Helping medical students and trainee doctors understand the core principles of clinical and laboratory haematology for more than 40 years, Hoffbrand's Essential Haematology: Describes the formation and function of blood cells and the diseases that arise from the bone marrow, lymph nodes and bloodProvides comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of molecular and immunological basis, diagnosis, and management of blood diseasesCovers a wide range of key topics, including stem cell transplantation, blood transfusion, the haematological aspects of systemic diseases, of pregnancy and of the neonateIncorporates the current 5th World Health Organisation (WHO) classification of haematological neoplastic diseasesIncludes access to a companion website with hundreds of multiple-choice questions, PowerPoint slides, and other teaching and learning resources Hoffbrand's Essential Haematology, Ninth Edition, is a must-have resource for undergraduate medical students, biomedical science undergraduates and postgraduates, and trainees in haematology.
This new edition of the leading textbook on Urban Geography offers new and revised content throughout Urban Geography provides a comprehensive and up-to-date treatment of urban geography, exploring the origins, historical development, and current challenges of cities and metropolitan areas. Incorporating the most current research in urban studies, this acclaimed textbook introduces key elements of urban theory and methodology while addressing the urban experience in a global context. Student-friendly chapters cover central topics such as urbanization processes, discrimination in the housing market, gentrification, metropolitan governance, urban planning, and issues of immigration, ethnicity, and urbanism. The fourth edition of Urban Geography is extensively revised and updated, with two entirely new chapters focused on urban transportation and the relationship between cities and nature, including climate change. Expanded material addressing the impact of COVID-19 and other health aspects of cities is accompanied by new information, new figures, new themes, and new pedagogical features. Capturing the excitement, richness, and dynamics of the field, Urban Geography: Introduces theories and issues associated with urban systems, including urban hierarchy, metropolitan dominance, urban-economic restructuring, and industrial urbanizationDiscusses contemporary debates on the structure and functioning of cities, the role of government in urban housing, urban sprawl, and geographical and political fragmentationPresents traditional models of urban social space and new factors that organize intra-urban space, such as globalization and postmodernismAnalyzes issues of immigration, ethnicity, and urbanism, with special emphasis on the geographic patterns of Latino and Asian immigrationExamines cities both in the developed world and in less developed non-industrial areas Urban Geography, Fourth Edition, is ideal for undergraduate and graduate courses in Urban Geography, as well as related courses in Urban Studies, Sociology, and Political Science programs.
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