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Statistics for the medical sciences, made easy Passing your intro biostatistics course starts with Biostatistics For Dummies. This book covers all the topics in a typical undergrad class. How do researchers collect and analyze data in clinical settings? How do you present results in charts and graphs? This easy-to-understand guide answers all your biostatistics questions--and it gives you a chance to practice, with example problems and step-by-step walkthroughs of statistical analyses. With this book by your side, you can master the complexities of first-year biostatistics. Inside... Reviewing basic statistics Designing sound studies Collecting medical samples Using statistical software Comparing prevalence rates Analyzing correlations Graphing medical data Estimating sample sizes

HYPER SCALE YOUR ORGANIZATION WITH PRACTICAL PROMPTS AND EXERCISES Snowflake CEO Frank Slootman, one of Silicon Valley's most respected figures in tech leadership, has penned the Amp It Up Fieldbook to help leaders grow any organization by challenging the status quo every day, getting used to making conflicted trade-offs, avoiding incrementalism, refocusing resources to the only places where they count, and being uncompromisingly objective. Building on Slootman's wildly successful book, Amp It Up, this fieldbook helps readers easily apply his conceptual first principles, mindsets, and tactical advice to their own organizations and careers. Readers will learn about: How to align people around first principles that guide change and execute with urgency and intensity every day Maximizing growth and scale without making expensive changes to talent, structure, or fundamental business models The three essential characteristics of great mission statements, and why Slootman chose Snowflake's current mission statement, broken down word-by-word How to identify personal blind spots that keep us from achieving our best With firsthand insight gleaned from Slootman's personal experience over three decades of building hyper-growth companies, the Amp It Up Fieldbook earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of leaders, managers, and entrepreneurs looking to take their organizations and careers to the next level.

Praise for THE ART OF ENCOURAGEMENT "Jordan's ability to empower, encourage, and pull the most out of others is truly innate and uniquely special! The Art of Encouragement provides a heavy dose of inspiration and practical tools to help you do the same!"--JON GORDON, bestselling author of The Energy Bus and The Power of Positive Leadership "We all want to be positive, encouraging people. But there is more to it than intent--we actually need tools. Jordan Montgomery has given us those tools, and I am eager to put them into practice."--PATRICK LENCIONI, bestselling author of The Five Dysfunctions of a Team "This book will immediately help you differentiate yourself from the crowd by becoming the most encouraging person in the room. And the author is the most encouraging person I've ever met. If there's anyone who has a PhD in making others feel like a million bucks, it's Jordan Montgomery."--RYAN LEAK, top keynote speaker, bestselling author of Chasing Failure "Jordan Montgomery is one of the world's best encouragers--I've watched him empower teams, transform relationships, and create amazing impact with the principles shared in this book! This book includes timeless wisdom that will inspire you to take massive action!"--JESS EKSTROM, Founder & CEO of Headbands of Hope, best-selling author of Chasing the Brightside "The Art of Encouragement is the ultimate guide toward becoming a more effective and encouraging leader! I've personally witnessed Jordan demonstrate the principles shared in this book to impact and serve others at the highest level! This book is a big time win for leaders of any age!"--CHAD GREENWAY, Former All-Pro Linebacker, Minnesota Vikings

A must-have for network professionals! Comprehensive Network+ prep in one value-priced bundle! The CompTIA Network+ Certification Kit is the savvy candidate's smart choice for the ultimate in self-study test preparation. Featuring full coverage of all Exam N10-009 objectives, this kit bundles two of our most popular test prep guides to give you a one-stop resource for comprehensive Network+ study. Detailed discussion of networking concepts, infrastructure, operations, security, and troubleshooting are backed by practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experience to give you the perspective you need to succeed on the exam--and on the job. Concise domain-by-domain review helps you refresh your understanding, while challenging practice questions allow you to gauge your progress toward exam day. The CompTIA Network+ Certification Kit: Exam N10-009 includes:* CompTIA Network+ Study Guide: Exam N10-009, 6th Edition* CompTIA Network+ Practice Tests: Exam N10-009, 3rd Edition* Master 100 percent of the Network+ exam objectives* Apply critical skills to real-world situations* Gauge your understanding with challenging chapter questions* Access digital study tools, practice tests, and more As an indispensable component of comprehensive review, you also get access to the Sybex online learning environment, which features flashcards, custom practice exams, and more so you can study anytime, anywhere, from nearly any device. When you're ready to get serious about Network+ preparation, this kit will help you: CompTIA's Network+ certification validates your skills and knowledge surrounding current networking technologies and best practices, including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, peripherals, protocols and more. Regularly updated to reflect ever-evolving job tasks, the latest exam emphasizes implementation, support, and wireless networking, so it's important that your study materials be up to date. When you're ready to prove your abilities with today's networking hardware peripherals and protocols, the CompTIA Network+ Certification Kit has you covered with the ultimate in Network+ preparation.

Featuring the never before told stories of artists, builders, and innovators CLAIRE SILVER AI collaborative artist COZOMO DE' MEDICI Grand patron of the digital arts FOODMASKU Gun violence survivor and artist JESSE POLLAK Creator of Base at Coinbase JIMENA BUENA VIDA Creative coder and mother LARISA BARBU Founder and CEO of Exchange Art LATASHÁ Musician and world builder LI JIN Writer and startup investor MICAH JOHNSON Pro baseball player and artist RANDI ZUCKERBERG Entrepreneur and distance runner SHAVONNE WONG Photographer and 3D artist ZENECA Pro poker player and crypto trader MATT MEDVED & ALEJANDRO NAVIA Best friends and founders of nft now

A textbook applying fundamental seismology theories to the latest computational tools The goal of computational seismology is to digitally simulate seismic waves, create subsurface models, and match these models with observations to identify subsurface rock properties. With recent advances in computing technology, including machine learning, it is now possible to automate matching procedures and use waveform inversion or optimization to create large-scale models. Computation, Optimization, and Machine Learning in Seismology provides students with a detailed understanding of seismic wave theory, optimization theory, and how to use machine learning to interpret seismic data. Volume highlights include: Mathematical foundations and key equations for computational seismology Essential theories, including wave propagation and elastic wave theory Processing, mapping, and interpretation of prestack data Model-based optimization and artificial intelligence methods Applications for earthquakes, exploration seismology, depth imaging, and multi-objective geophysics problems Exercises applying the main concepts of each chapter The American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity. Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals.

Build a vibrant and organic connection between your organization's talent and its leadership In The Champion Leader, bestselling author Christopher D. Connors delivers an exciting new take on how to adapt to the changing rules of engagement in the workplace. It explains why so many employees feel disconnected from their leaders in today's remote and hybrid working environments and how to reestablish meaningful relationships. You'll learn how to maximize your emotional intelligence and enhance your leadership skills to help you and your organization achieve outstanding results. Perfect for managers, executives, and all leaders seeking to develop their emotional intelligence, The Champion Leader is the ideal resource for helping you elevate your leadership to the next level. "The Champion Leader is the ultimate EQ manual for any leader seeking new, inspired ways to transform a group of individuals into a team." -- ANGIE MORGAN WITKOWSKI, New York Times Bestselling Author of SPARK and Bet on You "The Champion Leader beautifully articulates how to lead authentically and build a foundation of emotional intelligence to champion yourself and everyone around you to accomplish extraordinary results." -- CHESTER ELTON, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author "The Champion Leader masterfully distills the essence of transformative leadership into actions that resonate on a deeply personal level. Christopher's work is a vital resource that promises to redefine what it means to be a leader." -- DR. MARSHALL GOLDSMITH, Thinkers 50 #1 Executive Coach and New York Times Bestselling Author

The book provides a comprehensive exploration of the evolving field of bioprinting in regenerative medicine and is an essential guide for professionals seeking a thorough understanding of the field. Computational Intelligence in Bioprinting provides a comprehensive overview of the evolving field of bioprinting in reformative medicine, defining the process of printing structures using viable cells, biomaterials, and living molecules. The primary goal is to provide substitutes for tissue implants, which might lead to eliminating the requirement for organ donors, as well as to transform animal testing for the learning and analysis of disease and the growth of treatments. The book offers a comprehensive overview of bioprinting technologies and their applications, emphasizing the integration of computation intelligence, artificial intelligence, and other computer science advancements in the field. By harnessing the power of computational intelligence techniques such as AI, machine learning, optimization algorithms, and data analytics, existing hurdles can be overcome and the full potential of bioprinting can be unlocked. The book covers an extensive range of topics, including bio-ink formulation and characterization, bioprinter hardware and software design, tissue and organ modeling, image analysis, process optimization, and quality control. Audience The book is aimed at professionals, practitioners and researchers in the fields of bioprinting, tissue engineering, and computational intelligence in medicine.

With the advent of advanced technologies in AI, driverless vehicles have elevated curiosity among various sectors of society. The automotive industry is in a technological boom with autonomous vehicle concepts. Autonomous driving is one of the crucial application areas of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Autonomous vehicles are armed with sensors, radars, and cameras. This made driverless technology possible in many parts of the world. In short, our traditional vehicle driving may swing to driverless technology. Many researchers are trying to come out with novel AI algorithms that are capable of handling driverless technology. The current existing algorithms are not able to support and elevate the concept of autonomous vehicles. This addresses the necessity of novel methods and tools focused to design and develop frameworks for autonomous vehicles. There is a great demand for energy-efficient solutions for managing the data collected with the help of sensors. These operations are exclusively focused on non-traditional programming approaches and depend on machine learning techniques, which are part of AI. There are multiple issues that AI needs to resolve for us to achieve a reliable and safe driverless technology. The purpose of this book is to find effective solutions to make autonomous vehicles a reality, presenting their challenges and endeavors. The major contribution of this book is to provide a bundle of AI solutions for driverless technology that can offer a safe, clean, and more convenient riskless mode of transportation.

Study, study, study--and pass the CPA exam This trusted Dummies study guide helps you review for the updated Uniform CPA Examination and get the score you need to become a Certified Public Accountant. The CPA exam is notoriously difficult, which is why you'll need the practice questions inside. All answers are explained in a clear and easy-to-understand way. You also have access to additional online practice questions and digital flashcards to get all the essential CPA concepts into your brain. And test-day strategies from a CPA exam pro can help you edge your score upward to pass the exam on your next attempt. Inside... All about the new CPA exam Changes to the test structure Question types, explained Clear review of all content How the CPA is scored Creating a custom study plan Expert strategies for success Supplementing your CPA course

ENERGIZE YOURSELF, ­IGNITE YOUR TEAM, AND BUILD A MOTIVATIONAL WORKPLACE CULTURE In The Energy of Success, ­renowned energy expert and speaker, Rebecca Ahmed illustrates how you can shift your energy to increase your joy and enthusiasm at work; how you can transform your own experience no matter what's going on with your colleagues; and how you are the only person who can decide whether you're going to have a good or a bad day. Rebecca introduces five energetic success principles and offers practical and easy-to-follow steps that you can take to quickly shift your own, or someone else's, energy. She combines these insights with a proprietary energy assessment, key takeaways, and accessible strategies for improvement, empowering you and your people to control your own energy levels. This expansion of individual capabilities enhances everyone's ability to positively influence those around them. The Energy of Success provides individuals and organizations with a powerful resource to elevate overall workplace satisfaction, boost employee engagement, and reduce turnover. By integrating the principles outlined in this book, your organization can foster a culture of increased productivity and heightened employee morale, resulting in a more vibrant and successful work environment. Perfect for employees of all levels, The Energy of Success is a must-read for professionals everywhere who hope to change and improve their energy to unlock new levels of success and happiness.

PRAISE FOR ENRICH YOUR FUTURE "This delightfully written primer uses popular stories, many from the sports world, to provide wise investment strategies and insightful tips for avoiding ruinous financial mistakes." -- Burton G. Malkiel, author of A Random Walk Down Wall Street, 50th Anniversary Edition "I own all of Mr. Swedroe's many books. This one is my favorite." -- Taylor Larimore, author of The Bogleheads' Guide to the Three-Fund Portfolio "Another winning book from Larry Swedroe. I recommend it especially to people managing their own retirement accounts. Larry shows that simple low-cost investing is the only winning strategy." -- Jane Bryant Quinn, author of How to Make Your Money Last: The Indispensable Retirement Guide "Enrich Your Future is a masterful collection of wisdom and insight by Larry Swedroe. Swedroe weaves a tapestry of short stories that effortlessly convey the profound principles of successful investing and once again distills complex financial concepts into simple, actionable advice. Whether you are a seasoned investor or just starting your financial journey, this book is a must-read. Larry's unique ability to demystify the world of finance makes Enrich Your Future an invaluable guide for anyone seeking to build a secure and prosperous financial future." --Bill Schultheis, author of The Coffeehouse Investor

Turbocharge your reasoning with Critical Thinking Just what are the ingredients of a great argument? What is the secret to communicating your ideas clearly and persuasively? And how do you see through sloppy thinking and flim-flam? If you ve ever asked any of these questions, then this book is for you! These days, strong critical thinking skills provide a vital foundation for academic success, and Critical Thinking Skills For Dummies offers a clear and unintimidating introduction to what can otherwise be a pretty complex topic. Inside, you'll get hands-on, lively, and fun exercises that you can put to work today to improve your arguments and pin down key issues. With this accessible and friendly guide, you'll get plain-English instruction on how to identify other people's assumptions, methodology, and conclusions, evaluate evidence, and interpret texts effectively. You'll also find tips and guidance on reading between the lines, assessing validity and even advice on when not to apply logic too rigidly! Critical Thinking Skills for Dummies: Provides tools and strategies from a range of disciplines great for developing your reflective thinking skills Offers expert guidance on sound reasoning and textual analysis Shows precisely how to use concept mapping and brainstorming to generate insights Demonstrates how critical thinking skills is a proven path to success as a student Whether you're undertaking reviews, planning research projects or just keen to give your brain a workout, Critical Thinking Skills For Dummies equips you with everything you need to succeed.

Ensure compliance with 2022 updates to state and federal regulations on fundraising In this supplement to the newly revised Sixth Edition of The Law of Fundraising, distinguished lawyers and tax-exempt organization experts cover all changes made in 2022 to laws that apply to fundraising and philanthropy. The authors explore the administrative, tax, and constitutional implications of the latest legislation, regulation, IRS pronouncements, private letter rulings, and technical advice memoranda. A comprehensive and authoritative blueprint of the increasingly complex tangle of federal and state regulations and legislation that govern charitable fundraising in the United States, the text is supported by a companion website containing tables, appendices, IRS examination guidelines for charitable fundraising, and other documents. The book also includes:* Different methods of fundraising and the roles of accountants and lawyers in the fundraising process* Proper delegation of legislative authority and the treatment of fundraising disclosures* Major legislative proposals and new regulatory issues in areas including Internet fundraising With national- and state-level legislative and administrative control over charitable fundraising expanding quickly, this supplement of the Sixth Edition of The Law of Fundraising is an essential reference for law firms, non-profits, and accounting firms seeking to understand and comply with updates to fundraising and philanthropy tax laws throughout calendar year 2022.

Design and use effective prompts for use with generative artificial intelligence tools The Quick Guide to Prompt Engineering is a practical and incisive discussion of how to effectively deploy prompts to generate useful information from large language artificial intelligence models. Author and futurist Ian Khan dives deep into the role that prompts play in making effective use of Large Language Models and offers a step-by-step guide to creating effective prompts. You'll find hands-on examples of useful prompts in various industries, as well as ethical considerations to keep in mind to help evade some of the most common pitfalls and mistakes when using this technology. In the book, you'll explore how to generate text, images, voice, music, and even video, using several different leading Large Language Models, like ChatGPT, DALL-E, CTRL, T2T, BERT, Codex, and more. You'll discover application-specific prompt engineering concepts that transform the kinds of results you can achieve with generative AI. Perfect for tech enthusiasts, marketers, cybersecurity professionals, and other technical specialists, The Quick Guide to Prompt Engineering is also an essential resource for anyone seeking to obtain practical results from generative artificial intelligence tools.

Praise for MENTORSHIP UNLOCKED "Mentorship Unlocked is the book I wish I had at the start of my career. Janice Omadeke effectively demystifies the otherwise elusive nature of mentorship. Drawn from her own experience and extensive research, this is a practical guide to finding and working with mentors that will help you grow. It helped me rethink my own role as a mentor." --Chris Hyams, CEO of Indeed "Mentorship Unlocked is a practical guide with tangible advice everyone can use to get the most value from a mentoring relationship." --Shellye Archambeau, Author of Unapologetically Ambitious "Building strong relationships with great mentors is essential to any professional's success. But approaching a mentor can be intimidating. Omadeke will take you by the hand and walk you through a step-by-step process of how to do this in a way that will enrich your life, and your mentors. Remember, you are not asking for help--you are asking a person to make a wise investment in you, one that will leave your corner of the world a better, less lonely place." --Kim Scott, Bestselling author of Radical Candor "Mentorship Unlocked is an extremely insightful and comprehensive guide to tapping into mentorship as an invaluable resource for career building. Whether you're a mentor, mentee, or both, Omadeke's fascinating anecdotes and precise, thorough analysis makes Mentorship Unlocked an engaging and thoughtful page-turner. This book is a must-read for anyone and everyone who wants to build fruitful professional relationships." -- Liz Elting, Bestselling author of Dream Big and Win and Founder and CEO of the Elizabeth Elting Foundation "In Mentorship Unlocked, Janice Omadeke vividly brings to life the link between mentorship and growing career confidence. It's an insightful read for professionals looking to make bold, strategic bets in their careers. The book's blend of real-life examples and strategies is empowering and enlightening." -- Selena Rezvani, Bestselling author of Quick Confidence: Be Authentic, Boost Connections, and Make Bold Bets on Yourself "Mentorship Unlocked offers a refreshing, mindful approach to building career relationships. It skillfully navigates the complexities of today's work environment with a focus on personal growth and awareness. A must-read for anyone seeking a meaningful career journey." -- Chip Conley, Founder and CEO, Modern Elder Academy, and bestselling author "Mentorship Unlocked is your go-to guide for navigating the changing world of mentor-mentee relationships in today's work environment. Written by one of Austin's most impressive entrepreneurs who is literally the global thought-leader in this all-important practice of mentoring, this book is packed with personal stories, practical tools, and useful examples that show you how to make meaningful connections without losing your true self. Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, carving out a creative niche, or starting your own thing, Mentorship Unlocked has got your back in helping you hit your goals and find success." -- Hugh Forrest, Chief Program Officer, SXSW

Agriculture has a much more creative, adaptable, and innovative history than one thinks, especially as the digital age crawls closer. This book is a comprehensive collection of the benefits of digital agriculture and how it has aided communities with an urgent need for seamless integration of modern discoveries in science. As a vital resource for academics and professionals of agricultural and digital technologies, this book explores further connections on how the rise of digital agriculture helps farms utilize real-time data and prediction insights to make decisions regarding weather conditions. This Book is Divided into Four Tracks - Track 1: Focuses on the significance of agriculturists' information exchange and involvement in the digital environments - Track 2: Concentrates on the acceptance, prospects, and problems of integrating various digital technologies in agriculture - Track 3: Talks about smart farming and its importance in attaining sustainable agriculture - Track 4: Discusses the modeling and analyzing of agricultural systems and incorporates data analytics and mathematical approaches.

This book explores the latest trends, transitions, and advancements of the Internet of Medical Things whose integration through cloud-hosted software applications adds required intelligence from tools such as medical instruments, scanners, and appliances, enabling fuzzy logic to help medical professionals establish linguistic concepts in deciding diagnosis and prognosis. The main goal of the book is to strengthen medical professionals and caregivers by providing methods for achieving fuzzy logic-based health diagnosis and medication. The health condition and various physical parameters of humans, such as heartbeat rate, sugar level, blood pressure, temperature, and oxygen quality, are captured through a host of multifaceted sensors. Additionally, remote health monitoring, medication, and management are being facilitated through a host of ingestible sensors, 5G communication, networked embedded systems, AI models running on cloud servers and edge devices, etc. Furthermore, chronic disease management is another vital domain getting increased attention. The distinct advancements in the fuzzy logic field are useful in various advanced medical care functionalities and facilities. The readers will discover: new and innovative features of health care by using fuzzy logic that raises economic efficiency at macro and micro levels; expounds on fuzzy logic techniques used in medical science; describes the evolution of the fuzzy logic paradigm and how it helps physicians decide on diagnosis and prognosis; uncovers how trust management is dealt with between patients and medical officials to help advance the fuzzy logic field; provides case studies, various technology advancements, and practical aspects on the impacts and challenges of fuzzy-based Internet of Medical Things. Audience The book will be read and used by researchers in artificial intelligence, fuzzy logic, medical professionals, caregivers, health administrators, and policymakers.

Impact Redefined: Transforming Partnerships, Social Moments, and Personal Connections to Drive Change is a comprehensive guide to the future of social impact, new ways to amplify impact, and the best tools to harness these new approaches and grow your influence every day. The book delivers strategies to create long-lasting impact and positive change in the modern world through partnerships, real-life opportunities, and social media. Written in easy-to-understand language, readers will gain insight into utilizing a variety of social opportunities to their advantage. Amongst other topics discussed are utilizing influencer marketing for good, nurturing healthy collaborations and connections, championing empathy, and multiplying impact through relationships. Moving beyond the basics, Impact Redefined: Transforming Partnerships, Social Moments, and Personal Connections to Drive Change delves into the important intricacies of connections, including how you partner up, who you partner up with, how you keep up these crucial relationships, and types of partnerships (and how those types of partnerships are changing), along with the expectations of these partnerships and leveraging community, amplifying storytelling, and measuring joint impact in partnerships. Social entrepreneur and advisor Nick Lynch explores social media as a part of the Social Element, why there is so much more than just a social media presence, such as creating social connections outside of social media, and how infusing real and digital social elements to build, reinforce, and empower your community is a key and vitally important part of the evolution of how and where you tell your story. For social entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and other philanthropically minded professionals, Impact Redefined: Transforming Partnerships, Social Moments, and Personal Connections to Drive Change is a can't-miss roadmap to maximizing social impact in your community and the wider world around you.

In The Power of Ownership: Redeem Your Health, Live Life by Design, and Break the Relentless Pursuit of Normal, author Justin Roethlingshoefer delivers an empowerment tool designed to give you the framework to take ownership of your health in a holistic and personalized way. Instead of a robotic and cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all approach to health, you'll find the tools, systems, and processes you need to design your life in a way that makes sense for you. This book is a simple, relatable, and actionable tool--not a textbook or storybook--located at the intersection of art and science that you'll be able to understand and apply to your life immediately. It offers a new understanding of the body you inhabit and enables you to create an action plan to ensure your health journey is a sustained and effective one. By understanding the impact of stress on your body, how to use the concepts of Heart Rate Variability, and how to develop transformative habits for better sleep, energy, and connection, you'll discover a healing path that allows you to live your life differently. The Power of Ownership explodes the "Myth of Normal" by democratizing the wisdom of health and performance that is usually only accessible to elite leaders and professional athletes. The feelings of confusion and frustration that have left you normalizing dysfunction are over. No longer will you have to suffer the symptoms of fake health that the world has told you are normal but rather empower yourself to understand your specific needs and design a life around it that you can sustainably manage. The perfect book for everyone who wants to look and feel better, The Power of Ownership will transform the way you think about and achieve health for yourself. It's a powerful resource that teaches you how to speak your body's language, get a handle on stress, and start living your best life in a way you can sustain over the long term.

Highly comprehensive resource for studying neural networks, complex networks, synchronization, passivity, and associated applications Dynamical Behaviors of Multiweighted Complex Network Systems discusses the dynamical behaviors of various multiweighted complex dynamical networks, with detailed insight on synchronization for directed and undirected complex networks (CNs) with multiple state or delayed state couplings subject to recoverable attacks, along with passivity and synchronization for coupled neural networks with multi-weights (CNNMWs) by virtue of devised proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controllers. The book also investigates finite-time synchronization (FTS) and H-infinity synchronization for two types of coupled neural networks (CNNs) and focuses on finite-time passivity (FTP) and finite-time synchronization (FTS) for complex dynamical networks with multiple state/derivative couplings based on the proportional-derivative (PD) control method. Final chapters consider finite-time output synchronization and H-infinity output synchronization problems, and multiple weighted coupled reaction-diffusion neural networks (CRDNNs) with and without coupling delays. Other topics covered in Dynamical Behaviors of Multiweighted Complex Network Systems include: Criteria of FTP for complex dynamical networks with multiple state couplings (CDNMSCs), formulated by utilizing the PD controller Finite-time passivity (FTP) concepts for the spatially and temporally systems with different dimensions of output and input FTS and finite time H-infinity synchronization problems for CDNs with multiple state/derivative couplings by utilizing state feedback control approach and selecting suitable parameter adjustment schemes Adaptive output synchronization and output synchronization of CDNs with multiple output or output derivative couplings, and other adaptive control schemes Enabling readers to understand foundational concepts and grasp the latest research, Dynamical Behaviors of Multiweighted Complex Network Systems is essential for all who study neural networks, complex networks, synchronization, passivity, and their applications.

Polarization and conflict across and within cultural groups is often rooted in misunderstandings, miscommunication, and bias. These factors often lead to mistrust and to behaviors that might shock and surprise you. Instances of people being offended or harmed by the words and actions of others are depressingly commonplace in the work environment. So, how is a contemporary leader to go about preventing and confronting examples like this? In Diversity Done Right: Navigating Cultural Difference to Create Positive Change in the Workplace, the Senior Vice President of Global Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at Hyatt, Tyronne Stoudemire, delivers an insightful and practical new take on group dynamics via case studies and interviews with people from a variety of backgrounds. In the book, you'll discover proven and tested frameworks and tools you can use immediately to assess, develop, and demonstrate cross-cultural competence and humility. You'll also find effective techniques to help you understand societal group dynamics and real-world examples of people being offended or harmed because of the misbehavior of others. The author describes what happens when different world views collide and how you can best manage that collision in a workplace environment. Diversity Done Right explains how bias works to override contrary evidence we can see with our own eyes and poison our interactions with others. It also discusses strategies and tools you can use to speak up in order to improve the situation, when you see an inappropriate or harmful interaction occurring. Ideal for executives, managers, directors, and other business leaders, Diversity Done Right is also an invaluable book for human resources and people professionals and DEI leaders hoping to make their workplaces more just and equitable.

Gen Z and the modern consumer are looking for companies with authenticity--they want transparency and purpose from brands that are future proofing for the planet they're inheriting. With this changing consumer focus and mindset emerges an urgent need for emotionally intelligent leadership. Along with profitability, 21st century leaders must focus on environmental stewardship, equity and justice, employee retention, recruiting, collaboration, and other emerging key aspects of modern business. In Seeding Innovation: The Path to Profit and Purpose in the 21st Century, veteran entrepreneur, award winning author, strategist, speaker, and Rice University Innovation and Entrepreneurship professor, Robyn O'Brien, shows how to build resilience and purpose into your business plan that enhance your bottom line, fortify employee retention, and appeal to the modern consumer. This book explores how modern brands like Liquid Death and modern leaders like Sara Blakely of SPANX bring purpose to their products, team, cultures and mindsets and achieve legendary success, along with examples of breakout brands where authentic stories are carving out market share at record growth rates. In this book, you'll learn how to:* Overcome imposter syndrome and naysayers using the S.T.O.P. Protocol* Identify and understand your assets and liabilities to achieve profitability* Build supportive scaffolding and a resilient mindset in order to leverage courage and gain market share* Build boards (not echo chambers), why equity and governance matters, and how diversity is good for your bottom line* Integrate authentic marketing and storytelling into your brand strategy to drive revenue and capture market share* Avoid the dangers of silos, fundraising traps and toxic capital and build a model with value-aligned, informed investors With powerful data from investors, dynamic stories from entrepreneurs with breakaway success, action items at the end of every chapter, and your own personal sustainability plan, Seeding Innovation: The Path to Profit and Purpose in the 21st Century inspires and earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of entrepreneurs, founders, leaders, investors, HR professionals, consultants, and anyone else interested in building or growing a company fit for the 21st century.

Praise for THE PUZZLE OF SUSTAINABLE INVESTMENT "Whether we like it or not, most important topics in investing involve trade-offs. It takes courage to discuss those in general-and definitely in the domain of ESG. Pomorski is up for the challenge, and delivers. This book takes a rigorous look at how ESG portfolios are built and what they can be expected to achieve, both for investors and the broader economy. Pomorski is even brave enough to address topics like reporting standards and whether shorting 'counts' (spoiler alert: it does). Inside you'll find much-needed clarity honestly and succinctly presented."-CLIFF ASNESS, Managing and Founding Principal, AQR Capital Management "This book is essential for anyone interested in sustainable investing. Pomorski dissects the many misconceptions about sustainability and helps bridge the gap between what sustainable investors want and what economic theory and empirical evidence say is possible. The many practical examples and case studies provide an enjoyable, succinct and accessible summary of the key issues in the field."-MARK CARHART, Founding Partner and Chief Investment Officer, Kepos Capital "Pomorski masterfully bridges the gap between academic rigor and practical application, offering a groundbreaking perspective on sustainable investing. Importantly, Pomorski dissects the channels through which ESG and sustainability shape corporate decisions, offering a critical examination of their impact on the cost of capital. A must-read for anyone looking to navigate the future of investment with confidence and conscience." -DONALD RAYMOND, Chief Investment Strategist at QIA and former Chief Investment Strategist at CPPIB "So much of the conversation about ESG today is based on opinion, not fact. Pomorski follows an empirical, evidence-based approach to help readers understand the relationship between ESG and investing. He addresses the good, the bad, and the unknown of sustainable investing. The Puzzle of Sustainable Investment uses a data-driven approach to answer the ESG questions that investors are asking today."-MICHAEL CAPPUCCI, Managing Director, Harvard Management Company

The 90 Day Brand Plan: How to Unleash Your Personal Brand to Dominate the Competition and Scale Your Business, written by personal branding guru and agency CEO Dain Walker delivers a play-by-play on how to become an authority figure in your field and how to turn that position into a money-making machine. In the book, you'll learn how you can get paid for being a known name through your businesses, products, and services. The author demonstrates how to nail and scale your likeability and your character to channel your personal brand's attention into whatever company or product you're building. He uses his own story--in which he used his personal Instagram brand to grow multiple million-dollar brand opportunities--to explain how you can leverage your charisma, energy, and intelligence to do the same thing. The 90 Day Brand Plan demonstrates how to use creativity, sales tactics, action plans, and fun daily mental exercises to exploit all the possible opportunities that social media can create. You'll unleash your credibility and storytelling for greater impact as you use your name to become a known influencer, household name, artist, or micro celebrity. Walker shows you how to break down the barriers of fear, rejection, and self-doubt as he unpacks what it takes to build personal belief and channel it creatively into content of all sorts, including social media, speaking, selling, podcasting, marketing, pitching, advertising, and more. A comprehensive roadmap to extraordinary success through personal branding, The 90 Day Brand Plan is a must-read guide for entrepreneurs, founders, aspiring influencers, solopreneurs, professionals, and anyone else seeking to leverage their credibility, skills, and authority to create an enduring and popular brand.

The book focuses on multiple areas of manufacturing, including cutting-edge material processing technologies, custom-made materials, metallic and non-metallic materials, new engineering experiments, contemporary machining, joining, surface modification, and process optimization techniques. Readers will find in this volume an extensive exploration of various advanced manufacturing and material engineering topics. It includes a detailed examination of aluminum grades and their applications, an overview of cold spray additive manufacturing, and a discussion on Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) for cladding low-carbon steel plates. The volume also presents innovative approaches to brake pedal design using topology optimization, analysis of resistance-spot welding quality, and the impact of shot peening on the corrosion behavior of SiC Particle Reinforced Aluminum Composite. It highlights crucial factors in 3D printed component strength, reviews 3D milling operations with ABAQUS, and delves into the rare ferroelectric material Fresnoite. The book surveys visual sensing technologies for weld pool analysis, simulates Claus Sulfur Recovery Units with Aspen Plus, and discusses ultrasonic-assisted stir casting for metal matrix nanocomposites. It also covers the joining of dissimilar magnesium alloys, advancements in electrochemical surface coatings, unconventional machining techniques, surface coating processes using pulsed power systems, natural fiber-reinforced composite fabrication, and process parameter optimization in laser beam welding using NSGA-II. Audience The book will interest researchers in academia and industry engineers in advanced manufacturing, materials science, surface science, adhesion and coatings, production engineering, civil engineering, and welding.

A concise and easy-to-follow guide to the principles of accounting and finance as they apply to running foodservice operations Accounting and Financial Management in Foodservice Operations is an up-to-date and straightforward treatment of the financial standards and concepts owners and operators need to successfully run a foodservice operation. Learn how to understand and assess the financial performance of a foodservice business by using professionally prepared financial reports. The book explains the Uniform System of Accounts for Restaurants (USAR), as well as how to read income statements, balance sheets, and statements of cash flows. It discusses how to calculate a break-even point and demonstrates pricing tips to help owner/operators create a profitable menu. Other contents include: A thorough introduction to controlling food and beverage product costs Practical discussions of how to manage the cost of labor and staffing, as well as how to prepare an accurate operating budget Hands-on strategies for comparing planned and budgeted operating results to actual financial results Perfect for students in foodservice-related courses, Accounting and Financial Management in Foodservice Operations will also benefit foodservice establishment owners and operators and professionals working in colleges, hospitals, nursing homes, and more.