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CISM -- Critical Incident Stress Management : how to deal with stressful situations?
Richstein, Karl-H.
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 56 Pages
Many people experience stressful situations in their professional or personal lives: traffic accidents, the death of someone nearby, assaults, suicides, or near disasters. This book defines various forms of stress and explains their effects. Using the CISM methodology, it shows institutions and employers how to respond in a scientifically evaluated way. The Content Orientation in the Field of Stress Orientation in the Field of PTSD Orientation in the Field of CISM Conclusion
Richstein, Karl-H.
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 56 Pages
Many people experience stressful situations in their professional or personal lives: traffic accidents, the death of someone nearby, assaults, suicides, or near disasters. This book defines various forms of stress and explains their effects. Using the CISM methodology, it shows institutions and employers how to respond in a scientifically evaluated way. The Content Orientation in the Field of Stress Orientation in the Field of PTSD Orientation in the Field of CISM Conclusion
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Leung, Shuk-kwan S.
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 303 Pages
This book provides actual examples of challenging implementations of Math Problem Posing in school, teaching education settings, and home environments.
Firstly, it explains how a teacher educator introduced Math Problem Posing to students using concrete tasks and assessment methods.
Secondly, it discusses how a teacher educator worked with school teachers to use tasks, assessed students and to develop more tasks.
Thirdly, it describes cases on how a teacher educator and parents used Math Problem Posing at home and in out of school settings. This is a book dedicated to researchers, teachers, students, and parents and also all those who are interested in the use of posing problems for active learning and teaching.
Leung, Shuk-kwan S.
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 303 Pages
This book provides actual examples of challenging implementations of Math Problem Posing in school, teaching education settings, and home environments.
Firstly, it explains how a teacher educator introduced Math Problem Posing to students using concrete tasks and assessment methods.
Secondly, it discusses how a teacher educator worked with school teachers to use tasks, assessed students and to develop more tasks.
Thirdly, it describes cases on how a teacher educator and parents used Math Problem Posing at home and in out of school settings. This is a book dedicated to researchers, teachers, students, and parents and also all those who are interested in the use of posing problems for active learning and teaching.
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UAV aerodynamics and crop interaction: revolutionizing modern agriculture with drone
Imran; Li, Jiyu
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 472 Pages
This book offers insights into how drone aerodynamics influence crop growth, yield, and resilience, and explores the potential of UAV technology. By bridging advanced engineering principles with precision agriculture, it presents practical methods for optimizing UAV operations to enhance microclimates, improve crop health, and boost productivity. Readers will find in-depth analyses supported by compelling results, clear case studies, and high-quality illustrations that vividly demonstrate the interaction between UAV downwash airflow and crop morphology. Special features include detailed schematics, data-driven tables, and a step-by-step guide to designing UAV systems tailored for agricultural applications. This comprehensive approach ensures that readers not only understand the science but are also equipped to implement innovative techniques in real-world scenarios. The primary audience of this book includes undergraduates and graduate students, crop scientists, agronomists, agricultural engineers, UAV researchers, policymakers, and advanced students seeking to revolutionize sustainable farming practices through cutting-edge drone technologies.
Imran; Li, Jiyu
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 472 Pages
This book offers insights into how drone aerodynamics influence crop growth, yield, and resilience, and explores the potential of UAV technology. By bridging advanced engineering principles with precision agriculture, it presents practical methods for optimizing UAV operations to enhance microclimates, improve crop health, and boost productivity. Readers will find in-depth analyses supported by compelling results, clear case studies, and high-quality illustrations that vividly demonstrate the interaction between UAV downwash airflow and crop morphology. Special features include detailed schematics, data-driven tables, and a step-by-step guide to designing UAV systems tailored for agricultural applications. This comprehensive approach ensures that readers not only understand the science but are also equipped to implement innovative techniques in real-world scenarios. The primary audience of this book includes undergraduates and graduate students, crop scientists, agronomists, agricultural engineers, UAV researchers, policymakers, and advanced students seeking to revolutionize sustainable farming practices through cutting-edge drone technologies.
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Biotechnology and IoT in agriculture and food production : green innovation
Srivastav, Dr. Alok Kumar; Das, Dr. Priyanka
Apress
, 2025
; English
; 304 Pages
Explore the transformative intersection of biotechnology and the Internet of Things (IoT) in modern agriculture. This book delves into sustainable solutions and cutting-edge technologies that are revolutionizing the global food production industry.
The book is structured to provide an in-depth understanding of how green innovation is reshaping agriculture. Starting with an introduction to sustainability in agriculture, it traces the evolution from traditional farming to smart farming methods, where IoT and Biotechnology come together to optimize crop management, soil health, and resource utilization. Key chapters include the role of IoT in precision farming, biotechnology advancements like CRISPR and GMOs, and their integration for improved crop resilience, pest control, and water management. The synergy between IoT's real-time data capabilities and biotechnology's genetic innovations is highlighted in smart greenhouses, vertical farming, and climate-resilient agriculture. Other critical topics include reducing food waste through technology, the role of AI and machine learning in agricultural practices, blockchain for supply chain transparency, and Biotech's impact on livestock management. Ethical considerations, regulatory frameworks, and green finance opportunities are also addressed, alongside future trends like 5G, drones, and synthetic biology.
You will gain a comprehensive view of how biotechnology and IoT are driving sustainable agricultural practices, fostering innovation, and offering solutions to global food security challenges. The book offers practical insights into the future of farming and policy recommendations to ensure a sustainable, tech-driven agricultural future.
You Will
• Learn how data analytics, AI, and biotech innovations work together in precision farming, optimizing resource usage, improving yields, and addressing environmental challenges
• Discover innovative solutions for sustainable food production, including smart irrigation systems, IoT-enabled greenhouses, vertical farming, and biotechnological methods for improving soil health and reducing food waste
• Understand the ethical concerns, privacy issues, and regulatory frameworks that govern the use of IoT and biotechnology in agriculture
Who Is This Book For
Readers with a foundational understanding of agriculture, technology, or sustainability, though no specialized expertise is required. Beginners with an interest in how technology is reshaping food production can grasp the concepts, as the book breaks down complex topics into accessible language. A basic familiarity with IoT and biotech will enhance the learning experience but is not essential for following the book's key ideas.
Srivastav, Dr. Alok Kumar; Das, Dr. Priyanka
Apress
, 2025
; English
; 304 Pages
Explore the transformative intersection of biotechnology and the Internet of Things (IoT) in modern agriculture. This book delves into sustainable solutions and cutting-edge technologies that are revolutionizing the global food production industry.
The book is structured to provide an in-depth understanding of how green innovation is reshaping agriculture. Starting with an introduction to sustainability in agriculture, it traces the evolution from traditional farming to smart farming methods, where IoT and Biotechnology come together to optimize crop management, soil health, and resource utilization. Key chapters include the role of IoT in precision farming, biotechnology advancements like CRISPR and GMOs, and their integration for improved crop resilience, pest control, and water management. The synergy between IoT's real-time data capabilities and biotechnology's genetic innovations is highlighted in smart greenhouses, vertical farming, and climate-resilient agriculture. Other critical topics include reducing food waste through technology, the role of AI and machine learning in agricultural practices, blockchain for supply chain transparency, and Biotech's impact on livestock management. Ethical considerations, regulatory frameworks, and green finance opportunities are also addressed, alongside future trends like 5G, drones, and synthetic biology.
You will gain a comprehensive view of how biotechnology and IoT are driving sustainable agricultural practices, fostering innovation, and offering solutions to global food security challenges. The book offers practical insights into the future of farming and policy recommendations to ensure a sustainable, tech-driven agricultural future.
You Will
• Learn how data analytics, AI, and biotech innovations work together in precision farming, optimizing resource usage, improving yields, and addressing environmental challenges
• Discover innovative solutions for sustainable food production, including smart irrigation systems, IoT-enabled greenhouses, vertical farming, and biotechnological methods for improving soil health and reducing food waste
• Understand the ethical concerns, privacy issues, and regulatory frameworks that govern the use of IoT and biotechnology in agriculture
Who Is This Book For
Readers with a foundational understanding of agriculture, technology, or sustainability, though no specialized expertise is required. Beginners with an interest in how technology is reshaping food production can grasp the concepts, as the book breaks down complex topics into accessible language. A basic familiarity with IoT and biotech will enhance the learning experience but is not essential for following the book's key ideas.
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A field guide to responsible investing: asset management in the age of polycrises
O'Brien, Amy
Palgrave Macmillan
, 2025
; English
; 121 Pages
For years, responsible investing has been a bewildering precinct in asset management. To many, the idea of aligning your values with your investment portfolio seemed naive. Slowly and steadily, responsible investing morphed from a movement into an industry on course to command $50 trillion in assets by 2025- a third of the capital at work in the markets. And yet responsible investing has remained as difficult to traverse as ever. It's drawn fire from critics who've branded the approach "woke capitalism" whilst more "responsible" generations of investors are poised to marshal trillions of assets of their own into the business - we are at an inflection point.
As a responsible investing practitioner for more than 25 years, author Amy O'Brien has taken part in this revolution in asset management. With geopolitical conflicts, economic instability, and climate change fomenting unprecedented "polycrises", she believes there is no more effective way to address the challenges of the 21st century than through responsible investing. Like most tectonic shifts in asset management, responsible investing has been complicated, hard to define, and hard to measure. But doing so is not only possible, it's also imperative.
Over nine chapters, the book takes readers on a journey of the evolution of responsible investing, how it works today, why it's integral to investment considerations, and how we can finally get a grip on its efficacy. It's time to demystify and unpack this invaluable method for managing our assets, and our futures.
O'Brien, Amy
Palgrave Macmillan
, 2025
; English
; 121 Pages
For years, responsible investing has been a bewildering precinct in asset management. To many, the idea of aligning your values with your investment portfolio seemed naive. Slowly and steadily, responsible investing morphed from a movement into an industry on course to command $50 trillion in assets by 2025- a third of the capital at work in the markets. And yet responsible investing has remained as difficult to traverse as ever. It's drawn fire from critics who've branded the approach "woke capitalism" whilst more "responsible" generations of investors are poised to marshal trillions of assets of their own into the business - we are at an inflection point.
As a responsible investing practitioner for more than 25 years, author Amy O'Brien has taken part in this revolution in asset management. With geopolitical conflicts, economic instability, and climate change fomenting unprecedented "polycrises", she believes there is no more effective way to address the challenges of the 21st century than through responsible investing. Like most tectonic shifts in asset management, responsible investing has been complicated, hard to define, and hard to measure. But doing so is not only possible, it's also imperative.
Over nine chapters, the book takes readers on a journey of the evolution of responsible investing, how it works today, why it's integral to investment considerations, and how we can finally get a grip on its efficacy. It's time to demystify and unpack this invaluable method for managing our assets, and our futures.
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African green transition through innovative pathways
Narra, Mona-Maria; Narra, Satyanarayana
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 326 Pages
This book provides a comprehensive analysis of Africa's evolving role in sustainable energy, focusing on waste management, renewable energy, and green hydrogen production.
Featuring predominantly African-led research, it highlights cutting-edge innovations driving the continent's green transition.Drawing from research presented at the Second International Conference on Circular Economy, Renewable Energy, and Green Hydrogen in Lomé, Togo, in October 2024, the book explores key areas shaping Africa's energy landscape.
It examines waste-to-energy technologies that transform waste into valuable resources, supporting both environmental sustainability and the circular economy.
It also addresses the development of decentralized and hybrid renewable energy solutions designed to meet the growing demands of expanding urban populations.
Additionally, it discusses the latest technological advancements, including predictive analytics and off-grid performance optimization, enhancing energy efficiency and system flexibility across the continent.Beyond technical advancements, the book explores the social and economic dimensions of sustainability, analyzing how green innovations drive economic growth, create jobs, and promote social equity.
It serves as an essential resource for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners seeking insights into Africa's green transition and its increasing influence in the global shift toward sustainable energy solutions.
Narra, Mona-Maria; Narra, Satyanarayana
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 326 Pages
This book provides a comprehensive analysis of Africa's evolving role in sustainable energy, focusing on waste management, renewable energy, and green hydrogen production.
Featuring predominantly African-led research, it highlights cutting-edge innovations driving the continent's green transition.Drawing from research presented at the Second International Conference on Circular Economy, Renewable Energy, and Green Hydrogen in Lomé, Togo, in October 2024, the book explores key areas shaping Africa's energy landscape.
It examines waste-to-energy technologies that transform waste into valuable resources, supporting both environmental sustainability and the circular economy.
It also addresses the development of decentralized and hybrid renewable energy solutions designed to meet the growing demands of expanding urban populations.
Additionally, it discusses the latest technological advancements, including predictive analytics and off-grid performance optimization, enhancing energy efficiency and system flexibility across the continent.Beyond technical advancements, the book explores the social and economic dimensions of sustainability, analyzing how green innovations drive economic growth, create jobs, and promote social equity.
It serves as an essential resource for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners seeking insights into Africa's green transition and its increasing influence in the global shift toward sustainable energy solutions.
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Motivation in physical education
García-González, Luis; Katrien De Cocker; González-Cutre, David
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 328 Pages
This book addresses the latest developments in research on motivational processes in the context of physical education and proposes successful strategies that have been scientifically proven to be effective. The book focuses on the motivational process in physical education from the perspective of students and teachers and, subsequently, on the practical applications to develop student motivation. These strategies are based on various frameworks, including the circumplex model, motivational climates, motivational teaching behaviors adapted to physical education, web-based interventions, novelty-support strategies, the use of feedback and the application of model-based practice. This book is useful to researchers and postgraduate students in the field of motivation and physical education, and physical education teachers.
García-González, Luis; Katrien De Cocker; González-Cutre, David
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 328 Pages
This book addresses the latest developments in research on motivational processes in the context of physical education and proposes successful strategies that have been scientifically proven to be effective. The book focuses on the motivational process in physical education from the perspective of students and teachers and, subsequently, on the practical applications to develop student motivation. These strategies are based on various frameworks, including the circumplex model, motivational climates, motivational teaching behaviors adapted to physical education, web-based interventions, novelty-support strategies, the use of feedback and the application of model-based practice. This book is useful to researchers and postgraduate students in the field of motivation and physical education, and physical education teachers.
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Schoen, Robert
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 428 Pages
This book offers an overview of the latest developments in contemporary population issues by examining the current unprecedented changes in fertility, family behavior, mortality, and migration. It explores new theoretical perspectives that seek to incorporate narratives of the future, demographic uncertainty, and determinants of unplanned pregnancy. The context of fertility is changing, and the new, important subjects of policy interventions, multi-partner fertility and complex parenthood are explored. Recent developments in assortative mating, partner choice, and relationship stability are examined in both national and international contexts, while further chapters analyze contemporary international migration. Methodological advances in modeling heterogeneity in mortality and extending period/cohort translation relationships are presented, and new analyses explore the implications of age patterns of fertility change. As such, this book provides up-to-date research spanning the entire field to illuminate contemporary developments, and will be of value to demographers, sociologists, economists, and all those interested in understanding demographic change.
Schoen, Robert
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 428 Pages
This book offers an overview of the latest developments in contemporary population issues by examining the current unprecedented changes in fertility, family behavior, mortality, and migration. It explores new theoretical perspectives that seek to incorporate narratives of the future, demographic uncertainty, and determinants of unplanned pregnancy. The context of fertility is changing, and the new, important subjects of policy interventions, multi-partner fertility and complex parenthood are explored. Recent developments in assortative mating, partner choice, and relationship stability are examined in both national and international contexts, while further chapters analyze contemporary international migration. Methodological advances in modeling heterogeneity in mortality and extending period/cohort translation relationships are presented, and new analyses explore the implications of age patterns of fertility change. As such, this book provides up-to-date research spanning the entire field to illuminate contemporary developments, and will be of value to demographers, sociologists, economists, and all those interested in understanding demographic change.
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Business and management in Asia: finance and investments in the digital age
Endress, Tobias; Badir, Yuosre F.
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 254 Pages
This book presents an examination of the relationship between finance, investment, and digital transformation in the context of Asian business environment. It offers a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of these critical themes, providing a foundation for a profound understanding of the evolving digital business ecosystem.
Grounded in research, this work offers a wealth of practical insights and draws on empirical evidence from real-world case studies involving Asian startups. It equips readers with actionable knowledge, making it an invaluable resource for researchers, academics, and professionals seeking to navigate the complex landscape of digital finance.
The book delves into topics such as application of AI in investment, finance, and its trustworthiness, the impact of digital cashless payments , and the role of academics in building the future of finance. Additionally, it explores the cooperative approach to fintech development, the future structure of banking in the digital age, and navigating the digital frontier: Central Bank Digital Currencies .
With a forward-looking perspective, the book examines emerging trends and technological advancements that will reshape the financial services industry. It scrutinizes the impact of AI and deep learning-based business models, the empowerment potential of digital microfinance, and regulation and taxation of crypto income within Asian markets. It offers a solid foundation for those seeking to make informed decisions and conduct rigorous research in this rapidly evolving field.
Endress, Tobias; Badir, Yuosre F.
Springer
, 2025
; English
; 254 Pages
This book presents an examination of the relationship between finance, investment, and digital transformation in the context of Asian business environment. It offers a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of these critical themes, providing a foundation for a profound understanding of the evolving digital business ecosystem.
Grounded in research, this work offers a wealth of practical insights and draws on empirical evidence from real-world case studies involving Asian startups. It equips readers with actionable knowledge, making it an invaluable resource for researchers, academics, and professionals seeking to navigate the complex landscape of digital finance.
The book delves into topics such as application of AI in investment, finance, and its trustworthiness, the impact of digital cashless payments , and the role of academics in building the future of finance. Additionally, it explores the cooperative approach to fintech development, the future structure of banking in the digital age, and navigating the digital frontier: Central Bank Digital Currencies .
With a forward-looking perspective, the book examines emerging trends and technological advancements that will reshape the financial services industry. It scrutinizes the impact of AI and deep learning-based business models, the empowerment potential of digital microfinance, and regulation and taxation of crypto income within Asian markets. It offers a solid foundation for those seeking to make informed decisions and conduct rigorous research in this rapidly evolving field.
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Dąbrowski, Marcin
Apress
, 2025
; English
; 212 Pages
This book is a collection of key principles that should be used to "deliver" difficult and unrealistic projects. These principles are independent of the chosen project management methodology - they remain complementary to them and help to successfully complete even those projects that seem unrealistic: in terms of time, scope, finances and other aspects.
These holistic rules cover broad aspects from management, negotiation, psychology and business. It's full of real life examples of various international projects which were both successful or failed. The book shows that beyond certifications, methodologies, and manuals, project management professionals need to learn how to face crisis situations, changing scopes and toxic work environments and then successfully deliver a project.
What You Will Learn
• Holistic view on project lifecycle from sales to delivery
• What is really important for customers in IT projects
• Key aspects of proactive attitudes needed for successful project delivery
Who This Book is For
Project Managers, Team Leaders, Unit Managers, IT managers, IT directors, CIOs
Dąbrowski, Marcin
Apress
, 2025
; English
; 212 Pages
This book is a collection of key principles that should be used to "deliver" difficult and unrealistic projects. These principles are independent of the chosen project management methodology - they remain complementary to them and help to successfully complete even those projects that seem unrealistic: in terms of time, scope, finances and other aspects.
These holistic rules cover broad aspects from management, negotiation, psychology and business. It's full of real life examples of various international projects which were both successful or failed. The book shows that beyond certifications, methodologies, and manuals, project management professionals need to learn how to face crisis situations, changing scopes and toxic work environments and then successfully deliver a project.
What You Will Learn
• Holistic view on project lifecycle from sales to delivery
• What is really important for customers in IT projects
• Key aspects of proactive attitudes needed for successful project delivery
Who This Book is For
Project Managers, Team Leaders, Unit Managers, IT managers, IT directors, CIOs
