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Data Science: A First Introduction focuses on using the R programming language in Jupyter notebooks to perform data manipulation and cleaning, create effective visualizations, and extract insights from data using classification, regression, clustering, and inference.The text emphasizes workflows that are clear, reproducible, and shareable, and includes coverage of the basics of version control. All source code is available online, demonstrating the use of good reproducible project workflows.Based on educational research and active learning principles, the book uses a modern approach to R and includes accompanying autograded Jupyter worksheets for interactive, self-directed learning. The book will leave readers well-prepared for data science projects.The book is designed for learners from all disciplines with minimal prior knowledge of mathematics and programming. The authors have honed the material through years of experience teaching thousands of undergraduates in the University of British Columbia's DSCI100: Introduction to Data Science course.

This book brings together the knowledge and perspectives of numerous past and present games industry leaders and practitioners to form a clear picture of how leadership operates in a game development studio. It identifies the ways in which things are changing or can change for the better in the games industry and provides a set of tools for the reader to use in their own professional practice.Embark on a journey with this book to understand how great leaders help make great games. These leaders embrace change through a broad set of skills intended to empower and nurture the teams they find themselves responsible for. Through the lens of three fantasy roleplaying classes - the Warrior, the Bard, and the Cleric - readers will understand the wide variety of skills and considerations involved in leading game developers well. This book will be of great interest to anybody interested or currently working in games development, particularly those who are producers, project managers, product owners, scrum masters, leads and associate leads.

This book presents the up-to-date research developments and novel methodologies on Multi-Sensor filtering fusion (MSFF) for a class of complex systems subject to censored data under a constrained network environment. The contents of this book are divided into two parts covering centralized and distributed MSFF design methodologies. The work provides a framework of optimal centralized/distributed filter design and stability and performance analysis for the considered systems along with designed filters. Simulations presented in this book are implemented using MATLAB.Features: Includes concepts, backgrounds and models on censored data, filtering fusion and communication constraints. Reviews case studies to provide clear engineering insights into the developed fusion theories and techniques. Provides theoretic values and engineering insights of the censored data and constrained network. Discusses performance evaluation of the presented multi-sensor fusion algorithms. Explores promising research directions on future multi-sensor fusion. This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in networked control, sensor networks, and data fusion.

The Human Machine Interaction in the Digital Era (ICHMIDE) 2023 conference aims to address the main issues of concern in the design issues with a particular emphasis on the design and development of interfaces for autonomous robots. Its main objective is to provide an international forum for the dissemination and exchange of up-to-date scientific information on research related to integrated human/machine systems at multiple scales, and includes areas such as human/machine interaction, engineering mathematical models, assistive technologies, system modelling, design, testing and validation. The organization of ICHMS is based on the following Track types: Smart Applications for Digital Era, Computational Mathematical and Electronics, Intelligent Systems in Security and Communication Technologies, Technological Interventions using AI and Machine Learning, Applied Science, and IoT Techniques for Industries.

This book is a practical guide for individuals interested in exploring and implementing smart home applications using Python. Comprising six chapters enriched with hands-on codes, it seamlessly navigates from foundational concepts to cutting-edge technologies, balancing theoretical insights and practical coding experiences. In short, it is a gateway to the dynamic intersection of Python programming, smart home technology, and advanced machine learning applications, making it an invaluable resource for those eager to explore this rapidly growing field.Key Features: - Throughout the book, practicality takes precedence, with hands-on coding examples accompanying each concept to facilitate an interactive learning journey.- Striking a harmonious balance between theoretical foundations and practical coding, the book caters to a diverse audience, including smart home enthusiasts and researchers.- The content prioritizes real-world applications, ensuring readers can immediately apply the knowledge gained to enhance smart home functionalities.- Covering Python basics, feature extraction, deep learning, and XAI, the book provides a comprehensive guide, offering an overall understanding of smart home applications.

Asbestos: Risk Assessment, Epidemiology, and Health Effects offers a key text on the evolving information regarding asbestos and human health. Now in its third edition, this bestseller explores the pathological complexities of asbestos-related disease and examines how asbestos induces diseases in biological systems. The book also discusses the types of instruments and methods available for evaluation of the content of asbestiform minerals in products, air, water, surface areas, and tissue. It explains the relevance of each of these applications and gives readers the tools to evaluate data in the future. Edited by leading authorities on the subject and with contributions from a team of international experts, this book takes a cross-disciplinary approach and an authoritative review of the history, pathology, epidemiology, sampling, and analysis of asbestos. Backed up with photos and numerous diagrams, tables, and photographs, it features case studies, methodologies, and sampling/analytical schemes that put learning into context. Fully up-to-date and featuring four brand new chapters covering asbestosis and immunity, asbestos litigation and surgical and non-surgical management of mesothelioma, this book remains the most comprehensive source of information on asbestos and the only guide the reader will ever need to own.This essential text will appeal to any professional at any level who requires the latest expertise in dealing with asbestos. It suits researchers and practitioners alike, as well as those in the fields of law, health, education, hospitality emergency response, building management and maintenance, construction, safety, insurance, and industrial hygiene.

This book presents state-of-the-art knowledge related to concerns on methylmercury (Hg) in the soil-rice system. It covers increasing concerns of human exposure to methylmercury through the consumption of Hg-contaminated rice and shows the global contamination of soil, and how Hg can be mobilized, immobilized, methylated, and de-methylated in soils. The authors present the biogeochemical process through which rice plants accumulate Hg. This book comprehensively displays the biogeochemical behavior of Hg in paddy soils and rice plants, as well as the current remediation technologies to mitigate Hg risks from paddy soil ecosystems.Features Provides cutting-edge knowledge on mercury in paddy field ecosystems. Discusses the key biogeochemical transformation processes of mercury in soil. Explains the accumulation processes of mercury in rice plants. Includes case studies on how to inhibit mercury accumulation in rice plants. Shows the application of Hg stable isotope traces in paddy soil-rice field studies. Intended for researchers, graduate students, and professionals working in fields such as Geochemistry, Agronomy, and Environmental Science and Engineering, interested in Hg contamination in soils, rice and the related risk for human and environmental health.

Plant-based medicines and aromatics are increasingly in demand in the healthcare sector all over the globe, where they are used, not only for the treatment of various diseases, but also for maintaining good human health. Plants as Medicine and Aromatics: Uses of Botanicals reviews modern uses of ancient botanicals as medicine and aromatics, including chapters on both traditional usage to modern drug discovery development, as well as clinical research and development in ancient medicinal herbs.FeaturesAssesses the status of aromatics and medicinal plants as well as their modern uses.Elucidates the uses of plants within traditional culture practices for the prevention and treatment of diseases.Examines contemporary approaches being used to explore medicinal botany.A volume in the Exploring Medicinal Plants series, Plants as Medicine and Aromatics: Uses of Botanicals presents a comprehensive understanding in terms of modern uses of botanicals of medicinal and aromatic plants. It is useful to researchers, teachers, cultivators, students, and for those interested in herbal medicine.

Security Officers and Supervisors: 150 Things You Should Know presents an array of relevant topics, including addressing "Tips of the Trade" in how to manage a team of professionals and serve as an effective supervisor. This includes both keeping management informed of decisions, aligning policy, procedure, and training with business objectives, and hiring and managing a team of professionals to maintain continuity of operations and a safe, secure environment. There are many factors involved in managing a department and workforce and the book uses a handy-reference format to present the salient information, both concrete knowledge as well as the softer skills, required for managers to motivate individuals and lead teams to pull in the same direction.Short, easy-to-read chapters include lists of relevant definitions, some do's and don'ts, best practices, emerging trends, and well as example case studies based upon the authors' professional experience. The primary goal is to provide a foundation for readers to identify, comprehend, and apply management concepts and security principles in their own environments so that readers will be readily prepared to troubleshoot problems and overcome challenges.Building and leading a trusted team that can set and achieve clearly outlined objectives begins with leadership. Security Officers and Supervisors: 150 Things You Should Know outlines those principles and traits required for professionals to succeed when promoted (though, more often than not, thrust!) into a security supervisory role.

While modern food production has become increasingly efficient in providing a wide range of convenient and affordable products, individuals struggling with gluten intolerance, FODMAP intolerance, and intolerance to food additives are an exception when their health conditions limit food categories safe for them. Food intolerances, usually dealt with from a health perspective, also have technological aspects, especially as one takes into consideration that foods designed for individuals with food intolerances require specific ingredients, formulations, and processing conditions.Food Intolerances: A Technological Perspective addresses the health and food science aspects of food intolerances from a technological perspective, which is scarcely considered in other books. Valuable data on products and production processes for designing foods for people that have a food intolerance is presented in a way that various types of food industries can benefit from.Key Features: Compiles health and food science aspects of food intolerances in a single location Addresses clean-label food products and links them to food additives intolerances Discusses the mechanisms behind the changes in food product quality after ingredient substitution and compound removal in gluten-free, low-FODMAP and clean-label products Provides perspectives and future trends in the development of food products for people that have food intolerances A compilation of research from prominent medical doctors and PhDs in food science from around the world, this book is helpful for food science students and industry professionals alike.

In this book, for the first time, the complexity of assessing fit and using fittings in the product design process is addressed from a scientific and systems engineering perspective. It includes: methods to represent the anthropometry of the target market, good practices to develop protocols for more reliable and consistent fit testing, methods for developing and maintaining a fit database, comprehensive statistical analyses needed for fit and sizing analysis, and instructions for selecting and modeling cases for new product development.Product Fit and Sizing: Sustainable Product Evaluation, Engineering, and Design offers step-by-step instructions for the evaluation, engineering, and design of existing and new products and includes real-world examples of mass-produced apparel, head wearables, and footwear products. It also explains how to develop a sustainable fit standard for fit and sizing continuity for all styles across all seasons and iterations.This book is intended for industry professionals and undergraduate and graduate education to prepare students for design and engineering jobs. For organizations that purchase uniforms or protective equipment and apparel, it also provides instructions for purchasing professionals to evaluate the suitability of wearable products for their population.

Experiencing and Envisioning Food: Designing for Change contains papers on gastronomy, food design, sustainability, and social practices research as presented at the 3rd International Food Design and Food Studies Conference (EFOOD 2022, Lisbon, Portugal, 28-30 April 2022). The contributions explore potential solutions to current problems in the food system, and outline scenarios on the future of food and nutrition. The book aims at academics and professionals that interact with the food sector.

This book deliberates on the concept, strategies, tools, and techniques of allele mining in fruit crops and its application potential in genome elucidation and improvement including studying allele evolution, discovery of superior alleles, discerning new haplotypes, assessment of intra- and interspecific similarity, and also studies of gene expression and gene prediction. Available gene pools in global germplasm collections specifically consisting of wild allied species and local landraces for almost all major crops have facilitated allele mining. Advanced genomic techniques have been developed including PCR-based allele priming and Eco-TILLING-based allele mining that are being widely used now for mining superior alleles. Allele discovery has become more relevant now for employing molecular breeding to develop designed crop varieties matching with consumer needs and also with genome plasticity to adapt the climate change scenarios. All these concepts and strategies along with precise success stories are presented over the chapters dedicated to the major fruit crops.The features of this book are as follows: The first book on the novel strategy of allele mining in fruit crops for precise breeding Presents genomic strategies of mining superior alleles underlying agronomic traits from genomic resources Depicts case studies of PCR-based allele priming and Eco-TILLING-based allele mining Elaborates on gene discovery and gene prediction in major fruit crops This book will be useful to students and faculties in various plant science disciplines including genetics, genomics, molecular breeding, agronomy, and bioinformatics; scientists in seed industries; and also policy makers and funding agencies interested in crop improvement.

Vehicle, road, sign, and signal lighting are provided to enable drivers to reach their destinations quickly and safely. However, the attention given to how these forms of lighting function is likely to change as new technology is introduced and understanding of ergonomics and human factors improves. Lighting for Driving: Roads, Vehicle, Signs and Signals, Second Edition shows the crucial role lighting plays in road safety and examines how it could be used more effectively. With the light emitting diode (LED) becoming the lighting source of choice for transport planners and vehicle designers, this book integrates information on road lighting, vehicle lighting, signs and signals in one handy volume.International in scope and updated for this new edition, this book features lighting examples from USA, UK, France, Germany, Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Japan, Australia and New Zealand. Lighting in common vehicle types including cars, vans, trucks and motorcycles is covered as well as the visibility of pedestrians and cyclists to drivers. Coverage extends to road lighting, traffic markings, vehicle design and internal lighting and weather conditions. Now fully updated, a final chapter looks at the future of lighting in relation to driving. The book will help the reader to understand how lighting systems on roads and vehicles work by explaining the thinking and scientific reasoning behind various forms of lighting and analyzing their contribution to the driver's understanding of real and potential road hazards.This book will be an ideal read for ergonomists and engineers engaged in transport and road engineering, transport planners, civil engineers, vehicle designers and electrical engineers.

This book deliberates on the concept, strategies, tools, and techniques of allele mining in oilseed crops and its application potential in genome elucidation and improvement including studying allele evolution, discovery of superior alleles, discerning new haplotypes, assessment of intra- and interspecific similarity, and studies of gene expression and gene prediction. Available gene pools in global germplasm collections specifically consisting of wild allied species and local landraces for almost all major crops have facilitated allele mining. Development of advanced genomic techniques including PCR-based allele priming and Eco-TILLING based allele mining are being widely used now for mining superior alleles. Allele's discovery has become more relevant now for employing molecular breeding to develop designed crop varieties matching consumer needs and with genome plasticity to adapt the climate change scenarios. All these concepts and strategies along with precise success stories are presented in the chapters dedicated to the major oilseed crops.1. The first book on the novel strategy of allele mining in oilseed crops for precise breeding2. Presents genomic strategies for mining superior alleles underlying agronomic traits from genomic resources3. Depicts case studies of PCR-based allele priming and Eco-TILLING based allele mining4. Elaborates on gene discovery and gene prediction in major oilseed cropsThis book will be useful to the students and faculties in various plant science disciplines including genetics, genomics, molecular breeding, agronomy, and bioinformatics; the scientists in seed industries; and the policymakers and funding agencies interested in crop improvement.

This book deliberates on the concept, strategies, tools, and techniques of allele mining in cereal crops and its application potential in genome elucidation and improvement, including studying allele evolution, discovery of superior alleles, discerning new haplotypes, assessment of intra- and interspecific similarity, and studies of gene expression and gene prediction. Available gene pools in global germplasm collections specifically consisting of wild allied species and local landraces for almost all major crops have facilitated allele mining. Development of advanced genomic techniques including PCR-based allele priming and Eco-TILLING-based allele mining are being widely used now for mining superior alleles. Allele's discovery has become more relevant now for employing molecular breeding to develop designed crop varieties matching consumer needs and with genome plasticity to adapt the climate change scenarios. All these concepts and strategies along with precise success stories are presented in the chapters dedicated to the major cereal crops. The first book on the novel strategy of allele mining in cereal crops for precise breeding Presents genomic strategies for mining superior alleles underlying agronomic traits from genomic resources Depicts case studies of PCR-based allele priming and Eco-Tilling-based allele mining Elaborates on gene discovery and gene prediction in major cereal crops This book will be useful to the students and faculties in various plant science disciplines including genetics, genomics, molecular breeding, agronomy, and bioinformatics; the scientists in seed industries; and the policymakers and funding agencies interested in crop improvement.

Tribo-Behaviors of Biomaterials and their Applications enables the reader to make an informed choice in the selection of biomaterials that aid the creation of safe and long-lasting surgical devices. Looking at metals, ceramics and polymers with craniofacial, cardiovascular, spinal, dentistry and orthopaedic applications, the book is an essential guide to tribology in biomaterials.Handling wear within biodevices is a pressing issue due to the continuous friction and corrosion within the body. It is further complicated by the involvement of body fluids, which can lead to revision surgery to relieve pain. In order to lessen this, engineers can choose a biomaterial better suited to the application. Including detailed discussion of the properties of each biomaterial, the book covers the behaviours of implants, along with the methods and standards applied to devices. It has chapters on metals, ceramics and polymers. It also covers body fluid lubrication and the physiological effects they have on implants along with their tribocorrosion behaviours. The book will be of interest to engineers and researchers in the field of biomechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, materials science and manufacturing engineering, alongside all those researching tribology and nanocomposites.

Due to the lack of secure, efficient, and patient-friendly therapies for neurodegenerative disorders, there is a rising demand for innovative approaches. Despite the limited number of nanocarriers approved for human use, they have demonstrated significant potential in preclinical and, in some instances, clinical trials. In alignment with this objective, the chapters of the book are structured to offer a comprehensive overview of recent advancements in medication and dosage form development, specifically emphasizing the nanoparticulate system for targeting the brain. This book aims to furnish readers with a thorough understanding of the clinical application of nanocarrier systems for treating neurodegenerative disorders, encompassing the latest developments, challenges, safety concerns, toxicity issues, regulatory considerations, future prospects, and limitations. Individuals in academia, the scientific community, business, and education seeking a more effective approach to target the brain would find valuable insights in this resource.Key Features Provides a comparative perspective of various nanocarrier systems, therefore facilitating the researcher's selection of appropriate nanoparticulate carriers. Highlights the related restrictions of brain delivery and current available medicines. Includes information on the advantages and disadvantages of various biomaterials utilized in the development of nanocarriers for brain targeting. Emphasizes distinct facets of surface functionalization according to the brain area of interest. Presents the current advances, preclinical and clinical development, and the future potential of multiple brain targeting technologies.

The conventional generation of a substantial quantity of hydrogen from resources based on fossil fuels continues to play an essential role in the hydrogen economy. Hydrogen Production from Nonrenewable Resources offers a comprehensive overview and features 3 sections covering properties and characteristics of hydrogen, technologies for converting nonrenewable sources to hydrogen, and challenges in synthesis and production.- Details thermophysical characteristics and properties of hydrogen.- Covers conventional and novel industrial technologies for efficient production.- Explores environmental opportunities and challenges and health and safety regulations.- Provides techno-economic and lifecycle assessments with future outlooks.Part of the multi-volume Handbook of Hydrogen Production and Applications, this standalone book guides researchers and academics in chemical, environmental, energy, and related areas of engineering interested in development and implementation of hydrogen production technologies.

This book deliberates on the concept, strategies, tools, and techniques of allele mining in vegetable crops and its application potential in genome elucidation and improvement including studying allele evolution, discovery of superior alleles, discerning new haplotypes, assessment of intra- and interspecific similarity, and studies of gene expression and gene prediction. Available gene pools in global germplasm collections specifically consisting of wild allied species and local landraces for almost all major crops have facilitated allele mining. Development of advanced genomic techniques including PCR-based allele priming and Eco-TILLING based allele mining are being widely used now for mining superior alleles. Allele's discovery has become more relevant now for employing molecular breeding to develop designed crop varieties matching consumer needs and with genome plasticity to adapt the climate change scenarios. All these concepts and strategies along with precise success stories are presented in the chapters dedicated to the major vegetable crops.1. The first book on the novel strategy of allele mining in vegetable crops for precise breeding2. Presents genomic strategies for mining superior alleles underlying agronomic traits from genomic resources3. Depicts case studies of PCR-based allele priming and Eco-TILLING based allele mining4. Elaborates on gene discovery and gene prediction in major vegetable cropsThis book will be useful to the students and faculties in various plant science disciplines including genetics, genomics, molecular breeding, agronomy, and bioinformatics; the scientists in seed industries; and, the policymakers and funding agencies interested in crop improvement.

This book presents the evolution of electro-discharge machining (EDM) process from conventional EDM to powder mixed EDM with emphases on the biomedical applications. It discusses the theory behind each process and their applications in the field of biomedical applications, and presents a brief background to various EDM processes, current research challenges, and detailed case studies of powder mixed EDM of various materials. It also includes the state-of-the-art review of the EDM process.Features: Focuses on biomedical implant and device manufacturing using commercialization of Powder Mixed Electro-Discharge Machining (PM-EDM) technology Discusses surface modification of biomaterials through PM-EDM process Reviews processing of the metallic biomaterials for biomedical applications Explores optimization of the process factors for achieving optimal responses using NSGA-II Includes comprehensive mechanism and application details of PM-EDM process This book is aimed at graduate students, researchers in manufacturing, production, materials, and biomedical engineering.

The book offers detailed progress and challenges in energy storage technologies with respect to various electrolyte chemistries including energy storage devices like batteries and supercapacitors. It introduces energy storage systems and explains selection of electrolytes for energy storage systems, aqueous and non-aqueous based electrolytes, metal-air batteries, and multivalent chemistries. It covers various battery chemistry and related electrolytes, additives for Li, Na ion, metal-sulfur, metal-air battery systems.The key features of the book are-Provides a better understanding on the electrolytes for electrochemical energy storage devices Focuses on Electrolytes and electrolytes valence Present challenges and opportunities in the energy storage systems Explains supercapacitors with respect to the electrolyte systems Summarizes the multivalent based energy storage systems This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in electrochemistry, physical chemistry, and renewable energy.

Interdisciplinary Rheumatology: Rheumatology and Gastroenterology is the first complete textbook that examines the myriad complications of rheumatic syndromes in the gastrointestinal tract. Each disease is summarized for a broad medical audience, with focus on the consequences of the disorder throughout the gut. The reader will formulate an understanding of the clinical, pharmacological and nutritional aspects of the interface of these two specialties with expert contributors from a range of academic centers. Rheumatologists and Gastroenterologists will be able to recognize, evaluate and treat gastrointestinal symptoms of autoimmune diseases and collaborate in improving the experience and outcomes of these complex patients.

This book provides information on the basics of deformation and fracture in materials and on current, state-of-the-art experimental and numerical/theoretical methods, including data-driven approaches in the deformation and fracture study of materials. The blend of experimental test methods and numerical techniques to study deformation and fracture in materials is discussed. In addition, the application of data-driven approaches in predicting material performance in different types of loading and loading environments is illustrated. Features: Includes clear insights on deformation and fracture in materials, with clear explanations of mechanics and defects relating to them. Provides effective treatments of modern numerical simulation methods. Explores applications of data-driven approaches such as AI, ML, and Computer Vision. Reviews simple and basic experimental techniques to understand the concepts of deformation and fracture in materials. Details modeling and simulation strategies of mechanics of materials at different scales. This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in fracture mechanics, finite element methods, and materials science.

This book covers the basics of fabrication of railway steel structures, types of structures involved, and design. The launching/erection methods and processes are covered including case studies covering the consequences of errors or shortcuts adopted during fabrication. The latest trends in steel construction, adoption of steel for fast-paced construction, pre-engineered structures and use of steel for station redevelopment projects are also covered. It aims to help reader deliver the economical and good quality structures speedily without time and cost over-runs. Covers instructions and practices for fabrication of railway steel bridges and links with other aspects like design and erection Explores structures for railway and highway loadings including general structures Presents high-performance technologies in the field of materials and of the design of railway constructions Reviews latest developments in the field including new materials, fabrication techniques and types of structures being adopted Includes case studies to underline the good fabrication practices This book is aimed at professionals in railway, civil, and mechanical engineering, connected with steel structures.

This volume covers recent advanced battery systems such as Metal-Ion, Hybrid and Metal-Air Batteries under three sections. It includes introduction fluoride, potassium, zinc, chloride, aluminium, and iron ion batteries. Special or hybrid batteries included with calcium, nuclear, thermal, and lithium-magnesium hybrid batteries are explained. It summarizes the recent progress and chemistry behind the popular metal air batteries including a systematic overview of the components, design, and integration of these new battery technologies.Features: - Covers recent battery technologies in detail, from the chemistry to advances in the post lithium ion batteries.- Reviews advances in various post lithium ion batteries have been discussed in detail.- Includes section on ion batteries exploring new type of metal ion batteries.- Each chapter focuses on a particular battery type including different metal ion batteries such as Zinc, Potassium, Aluminium and their air version batteries.- Provides authoritative coverage of scientific contents via global contributing experts.This book is aimed at graduate students, researchers and professionals in materials science, chemical and electrical engineering, and electrochemistry.

This volume focusses on Alkaline Metal Ion, Redox Flow and Metal Sulfur Batteries and details about the various kinds of advanced rechargeable batteries. Divided into four sections, it explains magnesium ion batteries, sodium ion batteries, metal sulfur batteries, and redox flow batteries with an introduction to rechargeable batteries and major upcoming batteries (magnesium/sodium ion batteries). Various kinds of redox flow batteries from introduction extending to the recent progress in redox flow batteries have been exclusively discussed. Features: - Covers recent battery technologies in detail, from chemistry to advances in the post lithium ion batteries.- Reviews magnesium ion batteries, sodium ion batteries, metal sulfur batteries as well as redox flow batteries.- Explains various metal sulfur batteries in a separate section.- Explores different types of redox flow batteries for large scale energy storage application.- Provides authoritative coverage of scientific contents via global contributing experts.This book is aimed at graduate students, researchers and professionals in materials science, chemical and electrical engineering, and electrochemistry.

Unlike the first edition, the new edition has been split into two books.Thoroughly revised and updated, this is the first book of the second edition of Introduction to Data Science: Data Wrangling and Visualization with R. It introduces skills that can help you tackle real-world data analysis challenges. These include R programming, data wrangling with dplyr, data visualization with ggplot2, file organization with UNIX/Linux shell, version control with Git and GitHub, and reproducible document preparation with Quarto and knitr. The new edition includes additional material/chapters on data.table, locales, and accessing data through APIs. The book is divided into four parts: R, Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, and Productivity Tools. Each part has several chapters meant to be presented as one lecture and includes dozens of exercises. The second book will cover topics including probability, statistics and prediction algorithms with R.Throughout the book, we use motivating case studies. In each case study, we try to realistically mimic a data scientist's experience. For each of the skills covered, we start by asking specific questions and answer these through data analysis. Examples of the case studies included in the book are: US murder rates by state, self-reported student heights, trends in world health and economics, and the impact of vaccines on infectious disease rates.This book is meant to be a textbook for a first course in Data Science. No previous knowledge of R is necessary, although some experience with programming may be helpful. To be a successful data analyst implementing these skills covered in this book requires understanding advanced statistical concepts, such as those covered the second book. If you read and understand all the chapters and complete all the exercises in this book, and understand statistical concepts, you will be well-positioned to perform basic data analysis tasks and you will be prepared to learn the more advanced concepts and skills needed to become an expert.

Gaussian Integrals form an integral part of many subfields of applied mathematics and physics, especially in topics such as probability theory, statistics, statistical mechanics, quantum mechanics and so on. They are essential in computing quantities such as the statistical properties of normal random variables, solving partial differential equations involving diffusion processes, and gaining insight into the properties of particles. In Gaussian Integrals and their Applications, the author has condensed the material deemed essential for undergraduate and graduate students of physics and mathematics, such that for those who are very keen would know what to look for next if their appetite for knowledge remains unsatisfied by the time they finish reading this book. Features A concise and easily digestible treatment of the essentials of Gaussian Integrals Suitable for advanced undergraduates and graduate students in mathematics, physics, and statistics The only prerequisites are a strong understanding of multivariable calculus and linear algebra. Supplemented by numerous exercises (with fully worked solutions) at the end, which pertain to various levels of difficulty and are inspired by different fields in which Gaussian integrals are used.

Functionally Graded Materials: Analysis and Applications to FGM, FG-CNTRC and FG Porous Structures aims to disseminates knowledge between users, manufacturers, designers, and researchers involved in structures or structural components manufactured using functionally graded materials. Despite a number of existing texts on the theory and analysis of plates and/or shells, there is not a single book that is devoted entirely to the analysis of functionally graded-based materials including FGMs, FG-CNTRCs and FG porous plates and shells. Functionally Graded Materials provides the reader with current research conducted in the field of composite materials, numerical simulations, computer methods and mechanical responses of structural components under different scenarios.This book is a valuable reference source for postgraduate students, engineers, scientists, professors, researchers, and applied mathematicians in this field.