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A Handbook of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in the Interdisciplinary Perspective
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a genetic and neurological condition that compromises the academic performance of children. From an educational context knowledge about the cognitive-linguistic difficulties faced by these students can improve the academic and social quality life of affected children. This handbook presents an interdisciplinary perspective of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Educators and healthcare professionals can broaden their knowledge of the clinical and educational characteristics of students with ADHD. Topics covered in the handbook include the clinical features and genetics of ADHD educational guidelines on reading writing and learning processes and multidisciplinary interventions. Parents and teachers can apply the information in this handbook to assist children with ADHD in the classroom.
A Handbook of Computational Linguistics: Artificial Intelligence in Natural Language Processing
Federated learning for Internet of Vehicles: IoV Image Processing, Vision and Intelligent Systems: Volume 2
This handbook provides a comprehensive understanding of computational linguistics focusing on the integration of deep learning in natural language processing (NLP). 18 edited chapters cover the state-of-the-art theoretical and experimental research on NLP offering insights into advanced models and recent applications.
Highlights:
- Foundations of NLP: Provides an in-depth study of natural language processing including basics challenges and applications.
- Advanced NLP Techniques: Explores recent advancements in text summarization machine translation and deep learning applications in NLP.
- Practical Applications: Demonstrates use cases on text identification from hazy images speech-to-sign language translation and word sense disambiguation using deep learning.
- Future Directions: Includes discussions on the future of NLP including transfer learning beyond syntax and semantics and emerging challenges.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive coverage of NLP and deep learning integration.
- Practical insights into real-world applications
- Detailed exploration of recent research and advancements through 16 easy to read chapters
- References and notes on experimental methods used for advanced readers
Ideal for researchers students and professionals this book offers a thorough understanding of computational linguistics by equipping readers with the knowledge to understand how computational techniques are applied to understand text language and speech.
A Handbook of Oral Physiology and Oral Biology
This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the part of dentistry that links basic physiologic and pathophysiologic mechanisms to frequently encountered problems in dental practice. Themes that are covered include the structure and function of the cells of oral mucosa the biology of bone the functions of oral mucosa some important aspects on oral microbial flora and biofilms and finally the current principles on mastication swallowing and speech. The knowledge of basic sciences is essential in oral biology helping to understand the nature and behavior of cells tissues and organs in health and disease. It is an easy-to-read relatively brief but a comprehensive Ebook appropriate for undergraduate and graduate dental students as well as for practicing clinicians.
HPV Infections: Diagnosis, Prevention, and Treatment
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is one of the most frequently sexually transmitted diseases in the world. HPV infections are responsible for almost all cases of genital warts and are also responsible for multiple cancer in different regions of the body. Several studies on HPV diagnosis and vaccine development are in progress. Recently two commercial vaccines such as Gardasil and Cervarix have been used to prevent HPV infections. Various drugs have also been tested in clinical trials for the treatment of HPV-related cancers.
HPV infections: Diagnosis Prevention and Treatment provides a comprehensive overview of diagnosis prevention and treatment in HPV-related infections. Chapters cover a large range of topics including HPV epidemiology molecular biology transmission diagnosis prevention and treatment along with information about preclinical and clinical experiments.
This book is intended as a comprehensive handbook for medical students and residents who require information about HPV and the treatment of HPV related diseases.
HR Analytics: Fundamentals and Applications
HR Analytics: Fundamentals and Applications provides a comprehensive exploration of the role of HR analytics in modern people management. The book covers critical topics such as the impact of HR analytics on organizational performance the use of predictive models in recruitment and employee performance and the benefits and challenges of implementing HR analytics. It offers practical tools techniques and strategies to enhance HR decision-making. With a focus on real-world applications this book is a valuable resource for HR professionals educators and anyone interested in leveraging analytics for strategic HR management.
Key Features:
- The role of HR analytics in people management.
- Predictive analytics for recruitment and performance.
- Practical tools and templates for HR analytics.
- Challenges and opportunities of HR analytics
- Future of HR analytics in organizations
- Case studies
Halophytic Plants for Animal Feed: Associated Botanical and Nutritional Characteristics
Halophytic plants are a fascinating group of plants that also serve as dietary feed for livestock. Their utilization is essential for sustainable agriculture and maintaining ecological balance. This book explains the nature of halophytic plants through an in-depth presentation of their botanical and nutritional characteristics. Chapters of the book highlight different aspects of halophytes on a botanical histological ecological and nutritional basis when utilized as animal feed components. The issues of the histo-chemical aspects of halophytes are addressed with regard to their impact on nutrient compositions and availability to animals while the important nutrient contents of halophytes are considered in relation to their value to animals.
Key Features:
- 10 organized chapters on halophytic plants
- Explains the relationship between botanical and nutritional characteristics of halophytes when utilized as animal feed components
- Covers information about important nutrient contents and secondary metabolites in halophytes
- Includes information on nutritional and feeding values for animals
- Includes informative diagram and tables
- Includes references for further reading
This book fills a notable gap in available literature on the subject and will stimulate researchers to pursue the many unanswered questions in the field of biosaline agriculture. This text serves as reading material for undergraduate and graduate level courses and specializations in agriculture animal nutrition animal physiology botany and plant physiology. It also serves as supplementary reading for students of taxonomy ecology and environmental science courses. Professional and apprentice livestock farmers will also benefit from the information presented by the book.
Handbook for Dental Chair Side Assistants - Part 1
Handbook for Dental Chair Side Assistants is a timely and comprehensive resource designed to educate the dental chair side assistant and dental nurses about dentistry. This unique practical handbook covers the basic sciences emergencies and clinical aspects of all dental specialties. The theoretical knowledge and background about dental anatomy dental microbiology oral pathology dental materials dental radiology dental procedures common drugs problems and dental instruments in dental practice is explained in simple and clear terms. The contents have been designed to give an optimum balance between clinical skills and theoretical foundation of the subject. The book is divided into 2 parts. Part 1 covers basic sciences and includes a guide to working in dental clinics. Part 2 includes a guide to medical emergencies and information for different dental specialty settings. Key Features - Lucid yet simple explanations for learners - Covers basic and practical tips for dental assistants and nurses - Provides information for all dental specialties - Includes notes on advanced technology in dentistry - Illustrative and easy to retain information with colorful clinical pictures flowcharts and tabular data - A comprehensive summary for every chapter The book is useful reading material for undergraduate dental students and trainees.
Handbook of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an interdisciplinary science with multiple approaches to solve a problem. Advancements in machine learning (ML) and deep learning are creating a paradigm shift in virtually every tech industry sector.
This handbook provides a quick introduction to concepts in AI and ML. The sequence of the book contents has been set in a way to make it easy for students and teachers to understand relevant concepts with a practical orientation. This book starts with an introduction to AI/ML and its applications. Subsequent chapters cover predictions using ML and focused information about AI/ML algorithms for different industries (health care agriculture autonomous driving image classification and segmentation SEO smart gadgets and security). Each industry use-case demonstrates a specific aspect of AI/ML techniques that can be used to create pipelines for technical solutions such as data processing object detection classification and more.
Additional features of the book include a summary and references in every chapter and several full-color images to visualize concepts for easy understanding. It is an ideal handbook for both students and instructors in undergraduate level courses in artificial intelligence data science engineering and computer science who are required to understand AI/ML in a practical context.
Handbook of Integrated Weed Management for Major Field Crops
Handbook of Integrated Weed Management for Major Field Crops provides a comprehensive guide to the identification ecology and management of weeds in key agricultural crops such as rice wheat maize sugarcane oilseeds pulses and more. The book highlights an integrated approach to weed control combining cultural mechanical biological and chemical methods. Each chapter focuses on specific crops detailing tailored strategies for effective weed management in diverse agroecological zones. The text also explores weed biology crop competition and the role of environmental factors in weed proliferation. With an emphasis on sustainability and economic efficiency this handbook is a crucial resource for students researchers farm managers and agricultural professionals seeking practical and ecological weed management solutions.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive coverage of weed identification biology and ecology.
- Focus on integrated weed management strategies across major field crops.
- Detailed weed control approaches for specific crops.
- Emphasis on sustainable and economically efficient practices.
- Essential resource for students researchers and professionals in agriculture.
Handbook of Laparoscopy Instruments
Handbook of Laparoscopy Instruments covers the essential components of laparoscopic instruments and technology. It presents accessible information covering key topics on the subject: Ø Basic and specialized laparoscopic instruments Ø Image production Ø Pneumoperitoneum maintenance Ø Ergonomics Ø Sterilization procedures Ø Optical devices Ø Operation theatre layout and setup Ø Operative hand instruments Ø Robotic Surgery This book is an indispensable resource recommended for students and surgical residents who need an understanding of instruments and procedures in laparoscopic surgery. It is also intended to help medical professionals who want to start laparoscopy units in their clinics.
Handbook of Mobile Application Development: A Guide to Selecting the Right Engineering and Quality Features
This handbook is a concise yet complete guide to fundamental engineering requirements and quality characteristics that users developers and marketers of mobile applications should be aware of. It provides detailed definitions and descriptions of eight key software application features that are integral to the overall design and user experience goals and which may often overlap with certain functionalities. The book explains the essential aspects of these features clearly to novice developers. Readers will also learn about how to optimize the listed features to tailor their applications to the needs of their users.
Key Features:
- Presents detailed information about eight different features which guide mobile application development: capability reliability usability charisma security performance mobility and compatibility
- Reader-friendly structured layout of each chapter including relevant illustrations and clear language designed for quick learning
- Focus on both software function and user perception of applications on mobile devices
- Includes a handy appendix with information about mobile learning projects and related work packages
Handbook of Mobile Application Development: A Guide to Selecting the Right Engineering and Quality Features is the ideal learning tool for novice software developers computer science students IT enthusiasts and marketers who want to design or develop mobile apps for an optimal user experience.
Handbook of Natural Zeolites
Handbook of Natural Zeolites provides a comprehensive and updated summary of all important aspects of natural zeolites science and technology. The e-book contains four sections covering the relevant scientific background established technologies recent discoveries and future perspectives. All 28 chapters in this handbook are presented by highly respected scientists and leaders in natural zeolites science and include extensive references. The text in this e-book is supported by excellent figures and tables. As a result novices and established scientists alike will find this comprehensive volume a great resource for years to come.
Handbook of Poultry Parasites
Handbook of Poultry Parasites offers critical insights into the etiology pathology diagnosis and prevention of parasitic diseases affecting poultry. With poultry production being a cornerstone of global food security understanding the impact of parasites is essential for sustaining flock health productivity and economic viability. This volume brings together expert contributions that systematically examine the biology clinical manifestations and control of parasites in poultry making it an indispensable reference for students researchers and professionals in veterinary and animal sciences.
The book begins with general aspects of poultry parasitology covering seasonal disease dynamics principles of parasitism pathological and immunological responses diagnostic methodologies and therapeutic strategies including vaccines drug resistance and One Health approaches. The second section focuses on organ- and species-specific parasitic diseases addressing infections caused by flukes roundworms tapeworms protozoa ticks fleas mites and lice. Each chapter emphasizes disease mechanisms clinical signs and effective preventive and treatment measures.
Key Features:
Examines principles of parasitism immunopathology and disease pathogenesis in poultry
Explores diagnostic approaches therapeutic strategies and the role of vaccines in parasite control
Evaluates organ-specific parasitic infections with detailed clinical and pathological insights
Addresses challenges of drug resistance and highlights sustainable management strategies
Features contributions by experts offering global perspectives on poultry parasitology.
Handbook of Practical Pharmacology - I
Handbook of Practical Pharmacology I serves as a vital bridge between theoretical pharmacology and laboratory application equipping learners with the experimental skills essential to understanding drug actions through hands-on animal studies.
A comprehensive curriculum-based guide designed for second-year B. Pharm. students fully aligned with the Pharmacy Council of India's 2014 regulations. The book introduces students to fundamental laboratory concepts animal handling as per CCSEA guidelines drug administration routes and experimental models like Rotarod Actophotometer and rabbit eye studies. It explores pharmacodynamic responses to various classes of drugs including hepatic enzyme inducers skeletal muscle relaxants anticonvulsants and anxiolytics. Each chapter combines clarity precision and ethical awareness ensuring reproducibility and adherence to professional standards.
Serving both as a laboratory manual and a learning companion this handbook enhances analytical thinking and experimental competence helping students gain a deeper practice-based understanding of pharmacology.
Key Features
· Aligns with the PCI 2014 syllabus for second-year B. Pharm. students.
· Explains fundamental experimental pharmacology concepts and instrumentation.
· Demonstrates animal handling and drug administration techniques per CCSEA guidelines.
· Guides pharmacodynamic testing using established models like Rotarod Actophotometer and MES.
· Promotes laboratory competence ethical compliance and analytical reasoning in pharmacology
Hazardous Waste Management and Health Risks
Hazardous Waste Management and Health Risks presents a systematic overview of evaluating solid and hazardous waste management practices. The book introduces readers to the basic principles of hazardous waste management and progresses into related topics that allow managers to assess environmental quality. These topics include heavy metal pollution reproductive biomarkers as signals of environmental pressure and health risks and environmental contamination in an international perspective. With an emphasis on sustainable development throughout the text a zero-waste strategy as an alternative way to manage hazardous waste is suggested in a dedicated chapter.
This reference book is intended as an introductory guide for managers taking waste management training courses and students involved in degree courses related to environmental engineering and management.
Head and Neck Cancer: Hallmarks of the Inflammation Ecosystem
This reference comprehensively covers the clinical aspects of head and neck neoplasms while also highlighting the relationship that exists between inflammation and these cancers. This relationship is critical as it dictates the risks assessment treatment and prognosis of head and neck cancer patients. The book starts with an introduction to the inflammation ecosystem in head and neck malignancy followed by detailed discussions on the types of head and neck malignancy and their histological classification. The book then provides information about specialized topics relevant to the specialty of head and neck oncology.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive coverage of head and neck cancers with topic-based chapters
- Introductory text explaining the basics of inflammation
- Detailed information on the relationship between inflammation and head and neck neoplasms
- Information about the classification of head and neck cancers
- Methods for diagnosis and treatment
- Special topics such as complications caused by HPV infections chemoradiation immune-targeted therapy and inflammatory biomarkers
- References for further reading
The combination of basic and advanced topics makes this book an informative reference for medical students and professionals at all levels. Residents specializing in otolaryngology oncology and surgery as well as researchers studying inflammation will also gain an understanding of the subject in relation to oncogenesis.
Health Policy in Ageing Populations: Economic Modeling of Chronic Disease Policy Options in Australia
In a global environment of rapid increases in health expenditures health policies in Australia and in many other countries are currently undergoing major reforms. To contain future cost increases accurate tools able to identify and rank ‘best value for money’ health investments are essential.
In Australia non-communicable chronic diseases – e.g. diabetes heart disease cancer arthritis and mental disorders – affect the majority of the elderly account for 70% of health expenditures and cause poor health deteriorating quality of life and premature death. This book focuses on how to identify ‘best value for money’ health investments within the context of on-going and future health reforms and on quantifying the major benefits that would flow from such investments in terms of longer and better lives. This book will be of interest to general readers social and economic researchers and students interested in health care in ageing populations.
Heart Failure in Pediatric Patients
Frontiers in Heart Failure: Volume 3
Pediatric patients require special attention for treating their cardiac conditions and preventing heart failure. Treatment for heart failure in children may involve professionals from multiple medical disciplines.
Heart Failure in Pediatric Patients describes the pathophysiology classification and clinical presentation of heart failure in pediatric populations with an emphasis on infants with congenital heart disease.
Readers will learn about different modes of clinical investigations for pediatric heart patients as well as heart failure in conditions of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. The book also presents chapters on the management of heart failure including surgery in critical conditions.
This book explains concepts with interesting images and videos that illustrate and accurately describe cases. it answers the needs of cardiology learners at different levels; undergraduate postgraduate specialists and allied professionals who will be able to benefit from the perspective of several cardiologists working at different regional medical centers.
Heat Stress In Food Grain Crops: Plant Breeding and Omics Research
Heat Stress In Food Grain Crops: Plant Breeding and Omics Research is a timely compilation of advanced research on heat stress affecting crop yield plant growth & development of common food grain and cereal crops. Chapters in the book cover several aspects of crop science including the identification of potential gene donors for heat tolerance physiological mechanisms of adaptation to heat stress the use of conventional and modern tools of breeding for imparting tolerance against terminal temperature stress and precise mapping of heat tolerant QTLs through biparental and genome wide association mapping. The use of genomics and phenomics methods is focused on through chapters dedicated to important crops such as groundnut pearl millet maize chickpea mungbean and wheat. Authors of the respective chapters explain the importance of harnessing a diverse crop genepool for sustaining crop production under conditions of increasing heat stress. Readers will be able to understand the relevance of functional genomics in elucidating candidate genes and their regulatory functions contributing to heat tolerance
Heavy Metal Detoxification from the Environment: Uncovering Molecular Approaches
With industrialization continuing to raise heavy metal levels in soil water and food chains Heavy Metal Detoxification from the Environment: Uncovering Molecular Approaches offers a comprehensive look at sustainable eco-friendly strategies to mitigate heavy metal contamination.
The book focuses on advanced molecular insights highlighting the role of metagenomics omics-based analyses and next-generation sequencing while understanding how biological systems ranging from microbes and plants to mycorrhizae and earthworms can effectively detoxify polluted environments. It bridges fundamental science with applied bioremediation emphasizing innovative and sustainable approaches that align with modern environmental priorities.
By integrating molecular biology biotechnology and environmental science this volume offers researchers and practitioners a cutting-edge perspective on how genetic and functional characterization of detoxifying agents can transform heavy metal remediation into a greener more effective practice.
Key Features
Examines molecular mechanisms underlying heavy metal detoxification
Applies metagenomic and omics-based tools to analyze remediation pathways
Employs eco-friendly bioremediation agents such as microbes plants and mycorrhizae
Explores next-generation sequencing techniques for identifying key detoxification genes
Bridges molecular biology with sustainable environmental management practices