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Birkhauser Verlag AG Fotopraktikum
Book SynopsisDas Fotopraktikum vermittelt systematisch das gesamte Spektrum der heutigen angewandten Fotografie. Es wurde für Leser geschrieben, die es exakt, gründlich und ohne Umschweife wissen wollen. Für Studenten der Hoch-, Fachhoch-, Abend- und Volkshochschulen, für den Nachwuchs der Fotobranche sowie für die, denen die Fotografie im Beruf unentbehrlich ist. Und natürlich auch für ambitionierte Amateure.Table of Contents1 Die Kamera.- 2 Das Negativ.- 3 Das Positiv.- 4 Das Licht.- 5 Das Bild.- 6 Rückblick und Ausblick.- Sachwortverzeichnis.
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Spektrum Akademischer Verlag Lernen: Gehirnforschung und die Schule des Lebens
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Spektrum Academic Publishers Die Kunst des wissenschaftlichen Präsentierens
Book Synopsis(Autor) Claus Ascheron (Titel) Die Kunst des wissenschaftlichen Präsentierens und Publizierens (Untertitel) Ein Praxisleitfaden für junge Wissenschaftler (copy) Sie sind Wissenschaftler am Beginn Ihrer Laufbahn und möchten Ihre mündliche und schriftliche Kommunikationsfähigkeit verbessern? Dieser Titel zeigt Ihnen wie es geht und Sie damit die eigenen Ergebnisse besser verkaufen. Unter anderem erfahren Sie: - wie man kreativ arbeitet, nachdem man die Examen und Lehrbücher hinter sich gelassen hat - wie man seine wissenschaftlichen Ergebnisse effektiv und überzeugend in Vorträgen und Publikationen darstellt - ob und wie man seine Ergebnisse durch Patente schützen kann. (Biblio)Trade ReviewHier können wissenschaftlich Arbeitende jeden Alters etwas lernen. (...) So kann man es vorbehaltlos jeder Person empfehlen, die in irgendeiner Form eigene wissenschaftliche Resultate präsentieren möchte. Zentralblatt für Geologie und Paläontologie, 1/2 2007 Das flott geschriebene, mit vielen Fotos und Karikaturen aufgelockerte Buch steckt voller Tipps und Tricks und ist ein sehr praktischer Leitfaden - für junge Wissenschaftler, aber durchaus auch alte Hasen (...). Im Paradies der Bücher, 5. Oktober 2007 Während die Auswahl an englischsprachiger Literatur zum Thema wissenschaftliches Arbeiten groß ist, gibt es kaum deutsche Ratgeber für den Wissenschaftsbereich. Daher ist es begrüßenswert, dass der habilitierte Physiker Claus Ascheron nun Die Kunst des wissenschaftlichen Präsentierens und Publizierens verfasst hat. (...) Dieses Buch sei uneingeschränkt denjenigen zum Kauf empfohlen, die nach einem verständlichen Leitfaden für die Praxis des Präsentierens und Publizierens suchen, oder unsicher in der Entscheidung sind, ob sei einen wissenschaftlichen Berufsweg einschlagen sollten. spektrumdirekt.deAscheron wendet sich mit seinem Ratgeber an alle Wissenschaftler der naturwissenschaftlichen, mathematischen und technischen Fachrichtungen, die auf dem Gebiet der professionellen Wissenschaftskommunikation einen guten Eindruck hinterlassen wollen. (...) Indem der Autor Präsentation und Publikation nicht als isoliert von der restlichen Alltagsarbeit betrachtet, ermöglicht er seinen Lesern einen unverkrampften Umgang mit diesem Thema. BIOspektrum Table of Contents1 Einführung 1.1 Wie werde ich ein erfolgreicher Wissenschaftler? 1.2 Kreativität 1.3 Präsentieren 1.4 Publizieren und elektronisches Publizieren 1.5 Patente 1.6 Karriereplanung 2 Wissenschaftliche Kreativität und Produktivität 2.1 Was ist Kreativität? 2.2 Kreativität in der Wissenschaft 2.2.1 Über Inspiration 2.2.2 Über die Sprache 2.2.3 Kreativität in der täglichen Arbeit eines Wissenschaftlers 2.2.4 Unausgeschöpfte Kreativität 2.2.5 Die erleuchtende Erkenntnis 2.3 Voraussetzungen für kreative Arbeit 2.3.1 Mentale Herangehensweise und persönliche Qualitäten 2.3.3 Stress und Entspannung 2.4 Persönliche Arbeitsbedingungen 2.4.1 Tägliche Routine 2.4.2 Umgebung und Lebensstil . 2.5 Kollektive Kreativität: Zusammenarbeit und Wettbewerb 2.6 Intelligenz und Kreativität 2.6.1 Fluide Intelligenz 2.6.2 Kristalline Intelligenz 2.6.3 Kombination von fluider und kristalliner Intelligenz . 2.7 Wissenschaftliche Kreativität und Produktivität weltweit 2.7.1 Bedingungen und Möglichkeiten 2.7.2 Publikationszahl 2.7.3 Hochzitierte Publikationen 2.7.4 Nobelpreise 2.7.5 Patente 2.7.6 Schlussfolgerungen . 3 Wissenschaftliches Präsentieren 3.1 Planung einer Präsentation 3.1.2 Zuhörerschaft 3.1.3 Titel und Abstract 3.1.4 Materialsammlung 3.1.5 Detaillierte Struktur und Inhalt 3.2 Visuelle Hilfsmittel . 3.2.2 Computerpräsentationen mit dem Beamer . 3.2.3 Konventionelle Folien . 3.2.4 Dias . 3.3 Vorbereitung von Folien . 3.3.1 Wie viele Bilder? 3.3.2 Informationsmenge 3.3.3 Überschriften . 3.3.4 Schlüsselworte und Kernfeststellungen 3.3.5 Typographie und Schriftgröße 3.3.6 Diagramme 3.3.7 Mathematische Formeln 3.3.8 Farbeinsatz 3.3.9 Informationen Schritt für Schritt offen legen 3.3.10 Animationen 3.3.11 Handgeschriebene Folien 3.3.12 Check-Liste 3.4 Üben vor dem großen Ereignis 3.5 Einen Vortrag halten . 3.5.1 Sprechweise und Darbietungsstil . 3.5.2 Blickkontakt . . 3.5.3 Auftreten und Körpersprache 3.5.4 Entspannt sein 3.5.5 Auf die Bilder zeigen 3.5.6 Zeitdisziplin 3.5.7 Evaluierung 3.6 Die Diskussion überstehen 3.7 Die Kunst, Fragen zu stellen 3.8 Poster Präsentationen . 3.8.1 Vortragseinordnung 3.8.2 Optische Gesichtspunkte für die Postergestaltung 3.9 Einige Tipps zum Leiten von Meetings 3.9.2 Seminare und interne Meetings . 3.10 Was man tun oder lassen sollte 4 Kultur und Ethik des wissenschaftlichen Publizierens 4.1 Zweck des wissenschaftlichen Publizierens 4.1.1 Pflicht zu publizieren 4.1.2 Motor für den wissenschaftlichen Fortschritt 4.1.3 Lehre und Zitieren 4.1.4 Prioritäten sichern 4.1.5 Weiterer Nutzen für den Einzelnen . 4.2 Typen wissenschaftlicher Publikationen 4.2.1 Bericht auf der eigenen Homepage oder einem Preprintserver. 4.2.2 Konferenzbände 4.2.3 Publikationen in Zeitschriften 4.2.4 Bücher . 4.3 Einige Worte über die Ethik des wissenschaftlichen Publizierens 4.3.1 Historische Fälle von Fehlverhalten beim wissenschaftlichen Publizieren 4.3.2 Sittenwächter 4.3.3 Schlussfolgerungen 5 Publizieren wissenschaftlicher Artikel 5.1 Planung und Vorbereitung 5.1.1 Bevor Sie beginnen 5.1.2 Eine Zeitschrift auswählen 5.1.3 Wer sollte als Autoren aufgeführt werden? 5.1.4 Verfassen von Mehrautoren-Publikationen 5.1.5 Planung und Vorbereitung des Inhalts einer Publikation 5.2 Schreibstil 5.2.1 Wer wird wo Ihren Artikel lesen? 5.2.2 Schreiben Sie klar, prägnant und logisch 5.2.3 Wissenschaftlicher Ausdruck 5.2.4 Bedeutung von gutem Englisch 5.3 Struktur wissenschaftlicher Artikel 5.3.1 Titel 5.3.2 Autoren und Adressen 5.3.3 Abstract 5.3.4 Schlüsselworte und Klassifizierungscodes 5.3.5 Einführung . 5.3.6 Experiment und Methode oder Theorie 5.3.7 Ergebnisse und Diskussion 5.3.8 Schlussfolgerungen oder Zusammenfassung 5.3.8 Anerkennung 5.3.10 Anhänge 5.3.11 Zitate . 5.3.12 Andere Stile von short notes
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Spektrum Akademischer Verlag Bildmanipulation: Wie Computer unsere
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Natural Science Imaging and Photography
Book SynopsisThis book provides an in-depth exploration of scientific photography. Highlighting the best practices needed to make, distribute, and preserve scientific visual information using digital photographic methods and technologies, it offers solutions to some of the biggest challenges facing photographers.Written by a team of international, award-winning image makers with over 300 years of cumulative experience, this comprehensive resource explains the foundations used, the tools required, and the steps to needed for creating the optimal photograph in a range of environments and circumstances. Topics covered include: ethical practices aerial photography close-up and macro photography computational photography field photography geological photography imaging with invisible spectrums photographing small animals in captivity time-based imaging image processing in scienceShowcasing moTrade ReviewMichael Peres has produced yet another outstanding technical text, Natural Science Imaging and Photography which addresses the various techniques and methods for capturing images from science and nature. Along with seven expert contributors, Peres has created a go-to source for all image makers attempting to record high-quality images of both visual and invisible subjects. Starting with a historical overview of photography’s origins, up through emerging digital technologies, this volume provides concise data which provides how to successfully navigate the imaging chain with its the various parameters, considerations, preparations, practical applications, and best practices. Natural Science Imaging and Photography addresses a variety of imaging techniques and treatments, including microscopic, macroscopic, small animal, time based, and even aerial images captured using aircraft & drones. Nineteen chapters are offered filled with B&W and color photographs, illustrations, equations, and formulas to help simplify and explain the principles of imaging natural science subjects. Careful selection of imaging equipment, including cameras, lenses, filters, lab tools, etc. are presented in sufficient depth to guide one through the stages of image making. Plus digital imaging processing is presented in great detail, including extensive helpful step-by-step protocols. In addition to the technical imaging data, emphasis is stressed regarding creating scientific images while being careful to work safely, cause no harm, and obey professional standards and ethical guidelines. This outstanding technical book which Peres and his co-authors have created, each contributing their respective specialty, is hallmarked by one overriding theme: passion for their craft. Whether in the controlled lab or out in a remote field location their passion is palpable as they all clearly approach their work with the goal of attaining perfection. That passion is clearly reflected in their willingness to share their knowledge via this text. Anyone interested in learning about detailed techniques on capturing natural science images, from student to seasoned professional alike, should add this outstanding volume to their personal library, and keep it handy for frequent reference. Natural Science Imaging and Photography should be required-reading for all natural science image makers as it is truly an absolute "gold mine" of topical information! Robert C. Turner, RBP, MBA, FBPADirector (retired), BioMedical Graphics DepartmentThe Scripps Research Institute, La Jolla, CaliforniaProfessor Michael Peres’ book Natural Science Imaging and Photography is a complete tome on the techniques and practices required for the photographic documentation of natural science. His decades of experience as the head of RIT’s Biomedical Photography program prepared him well for this book. Peres invited some of the world’s specialists in their fields to be contributing authors covering aerial photography, ethical practices, field photography, geological photography, imaging processing, and best practices. These authors together with Peres have written a wonderful and comprehensive manual for natural science applications. Photographing subjects that are invisible is explored, as well as photomicrography, close up techniques, and photographing small animals in captivity. There are also chapters devoted to time-based imaging and ethics.Everything from the foundations of photography, optics, light measurement, electromagnetic radiation, digital technology and lighting is included. For a scientist who needs to photograph their research or the photographer interested in science, you will find this book to be an all-encompassing resource for the techniques and practices needed in natural science as well as scientific photography. It is written using clear and everyday language, so you don’t have to be a scientist to enjoy the book. Constance J Johansen, RBP, BFA, FBCARetired from the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency"Michael Peres has produced yet another outstanding technical text, Natural Science Imaging and Photography which addresses the various techniques and methods for capturing images from science and nature. Along with seven expert contributors, Peres has created a go-to source for all image makers attempting to record high-quality images of both visual and invisible subjects. Starting with a historical overview of photography’s origins, up through emerging digital technologies, this volume provides concise data which provides how to successfully navigate the imaging chain with its the various parameters, considerations, preparations, practical applications, and best practices. Natural Science Imaging and Photography addresses a variety of imaging techniques and treatments, including microscopic, macroscopic, small animal, time based, and even aerial images captured using aircraft & drones. Nineteen chapters are offered filled with B&W and color photographs, illustrations, equations, and formulas to help simplify and explain the principles of imaging natural science subjects. Careful selection of imaging equipment, including cameras, lenses, filters, lab tools, etc. are presented in sufficient depth to guide one through the stages of image making. Plus digital imaging processing is presented in great detail, including extensive helpful step-by-step protocols. In addition to the technical imaging data, emphasis is stressed regarding creating scientific images while being careful to work safely, cause no harm, and obey professional standards and ethical guidelines. This outstanding technical book which Peres and his co-authors have created, each contributing their respective specialty, is hallmarked by one overriding theme: passion for their craft. Whether in the controlled lab or out in a remote field location their passion is palpable as they all clearly approach their work with the goal of attaining perfection. That passion is clearly reflected in their willingness to share their knowledge via this text. Anyone interested in learning about detailed techniques on capturing natural science images, from student to seasoned professional alike, should add this outstanding volume to their personal library, and keep it handy for frequent reference. Natural Science Imaging and Photography should be required-reading for all natural science image makers as it is truly an absolute "gold mine" of topical information!"Robert C. Turner, RBP, MBA, FBPA, Director (retired), BioMedical Graphics Department, The Scripps Research Institute, La Jolla, California"Professor Michael Peres’ book Natural Science Imaging and Photography is a complete tome on the techniques and practices required for the photographic documentation of natural science. His decades of experience as the head of RIT’s Biomedical Photography program prepared him well for this book. Peres invited some of the world’s specialists in their fields to be contributing authors covering aerial photography, ethical practices, field photography, geological photography, imaging processing, and best practices. These authors together with Peres have written a wonderful and comprehensive manual for natural science applications. Photographing subjects that are invisible is explored, as well as photomicrography, close up techniques, and photographing small animals in captivity. There are also chapters devoted to time-based imaging and ethics.Everything from the foundations of photography, optics, light measurement, electromagnetic radiation, digital technology and lighting is included. For a scientist who needs to photograph their research or the photographer interested in science, you will find this book to be an all-encompassing resource for the techniques and practices needed in natural science as well as scientific photography. It is written using clear and everyday language, so you don’t have to be a scientist to enjoy the book."Constance J. Johansen, RBP, BFA, FBCA, Retired from the National Geospatial-Intelligence AgencyTable of ContentsPreface: Why I Wrote this Book About the AuthorsPart I: Industry Expectations and Attitudes1. Why Best Practices as an Approach 2. Optimizing Imaging Outcomes3. The Image in Science 4. Ethical PracticesJames Hayden5. The Subject of the Photograph Part II: Tools and Technology Foundations6. Cameras and Photographic Practices 7. Light and Lenses8. A Deeper Dive into Digital Devices9. Lighting for Natural Science PhotographyPart III: Applications 10. Aerial PhotographyKeith Mancini11. Close-Up and Macro Photography 12. Computational Photography 13. Field PhotographyAdrian Davies 14. Fossils, Minerals, and Geological SamplesNorman Barker 15. Imaging with Invisible SpectrumsAdrian Davies16. Contemporary Light Microscopy Practices17. Photographing Small Animals in CaptivityCharles Hedgcock18. Time Based ImagingTed KinsmanPart IV: After Capture Post Production19. Image Processing in Science Staffan Larsson
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Stop Working Start Thinking
Book SynopsisWith the spectacular developments in technology accompanying and aiding scientific research over the past few decades, postgraduate students are often encouraged to focus more on generating data than to utilize their most sophisticated piece of equipment: their mind.Stop Working & Start Thinking, Second Edition aims to encourage young researchers to think more clearly about their experiments, from experimental design to data interpretation. This new edition builds on the success of the first edition, with new material throughout and a new chapter on measurement interpretation, including an examination of cryptic assumptions.This book is essential reading for postgraduates who wish to put the mastery back into their M.Sc. and the philosophy back into their PhDs.Table of Contents1. Preamble. 2. Introduction. 3. Science Like what It is Like. 4. How Scientists Work. 5. Observations, Examinations and Experiments. 6. What are you Measuring? 7. Thinking About your Measurements. 8. Interpreting your Measurements. 9. Kinds of Experiments. 10. Here's the Answer, What's the Question? 11. Content and Context. 12. Notes for Postgraduate Students. 13. Postamble.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Teaching Data Analytics
Book SynopsisThe need for analytics skills is a source of the burgeoning growth in the number of analytics and decision science programs in higher education developed to feed the need for capable employees in this area. The very size and continuing growth of this need means that there is still space for new program development. Schools wishing to pursue business analytics programs intentionally assess the maturity level of their programs and take steps to close the gap. Teaching Data Analytics: Pedagogy and Program Design is a reference for faculty and administrators seeking direction about adding or enhancing analytics offerings at their institutions. It provides guidance by examining best practices from the perspectives of faculty and practitioners. By emphasizing the connection of data analytics to organizational success, it reviews the position of analytics and decision science programs in higher education, and to review the critical connection between this area of study and caTable of ContentsPreface: Teaching Data Analytics—A Primer for Higher EducationAcknowledgmentsEditorsContributorsSection I Industry PerspectiveChapter 1 It’s Not All About the MathDOUG COGSWELL, ERIC CHO, AND MATEO MOLINA CORDEROChapter 2 A Two-Day Course Outline for Teaching Analytics to Fundraising Professionals: Lessons for AcademiaMARIANNE M. PELLETIERChapter 3 Developing Professional Skills in a Data Analytics ClassroomKATHRYN S. BERKOWSection II Curricular and CocurricularAssignment DesignChapter 4 Formative and Summative Assessments in Teaching Association RulesMATT NORTHChapter 5 The Necessity of Teaching Computer Simulation within Data Analytics ProgramsVIRGINIA M. MIORIChapter 6 Using Games to Create a Common Experience for StudentsSTEPHEN PENNChapter 7 Student Competitions: Extending Student Experience Outside of the ClassroomYELENA BYTENSKAYA, KATHERINE LEAMING GOLDBERG, AND ELENA GORTCHEVASection III Program Design TacticsChapter 8 Competencies for the Design, Implementation, and Adoption of the Analytics ProcessEDUARDO RODRIGUEZ, JOHN S. EDWARDS, AND GERMÁN A. RAMÍREZChapter 9 Business Analytics: A Course DesignKATHERINE LEAMING GOLDBERGChapter 10 Building a Ranked Data Analytics ProgramVIRGINIA M. MIORI, NICOLLE T. CLEMENTS, AND KATHLEEN CAMPBELL-GARWOODIndex
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Tooth Whitening Techniques
Book SynopsisThe field of tooth whitening has continued to develop as more and more dental practitioners have turned to cosmetic dentistry and associated aesthetic facial procedures. This new edition of an acclaimed text covers recent technical innovations, but also looks at the latest innovations in practice to treat the single tooth or lesions and white spots. The editor is extremely well placed to give expert advice on how to incorporate whitening into a full aesthetic facial practice.Table of ContentsDiscoloration of teeth; The science of tooth whitening; Tooth whitening materials; Treatment planning for successful whitening; The home whitening technique; Home whitening trays; In office power bleaching; Intracoronal whitening of non-vital teeth; Single tooth whitening of vital teeth; The microabrasion technique and white spot eradication; Molar incisor hypoplasia; Restorative aspects of tetracycline discoloration; Whitening treatments for tetracycline discoloration; Over the counter whitening strips; Combining whitening techniques and minimally invasive treatments; The effect of whitening on restorative materials; A guide to aesthetic treatment after whitening; Comparison of results of whitening results; Nightguard vital bleaching; Tooth sensitivity to whitening; Safety and toxicological considerations for tooth bleaching; Whitening for patients under 18; Managing and developing a successful whitening practice; Whitening, therapeutic aesthetics and oral health improvement.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Inter-Laboratory Study on Electrochemical Methods
Book SynopsisThis special issue of Corrosion Engineering Science and Technology is dedicated to the study of corrosion of objects from historical sites. The issue contains contributions from the 2009 EUROCORR session on Corrosion of Archaeological and Heritage Artefacts organised by the European Federation of Corrosion's working party and commissioned articles on other key issues. The objective is to give the reader a broad understanding of corrosion of ancient materials, for the most part metal but also glass. Articles shed light on a range of analytical approaches related to the study of the complex systems that make up historical artifacts. In order to arrive at an understanding of the nanometric organisation of rust layers and interphases, such studies must be approached on a macroscopic scale. Techniques used include; macrophotography, synchrotron radiation and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) that ensure results that are both exhaustive and representative of particular observations. This issue demonstrates the wealth of approaches possible in the study of the corrosion of ancient materials.Table of Contents1.Introduction and rationale|2.Electrochemical corrosion study of biomedical alloys|3.Protocol for the inter-laboratory study|4.Results|5.Discussion|6.Conclusion
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Spektrum Akademischer Verlag Selbstbestimmen: Gehirnforschung und die Frage:
Book SynopsisEinleitung.- Teil I: Erfahren.- Spuren. Vernetzte Ebenen. Entwicklung. Genetik und Umwelt.- Teil II: Bewerten.- Von der Lust zur Bedeutung. Vom Bewerten zum Werten. Fakten und Werte. Nicht wissen, aber glauben.- Teil III: Entscheiden.- Demokratie im Kopf. Neuroökonomie. Gehirn im Spiel. Freiheit und Wissenschaft.- Teil IV: Handeln.- Biologie und Verhalten. Einsicht. Moral und Ethik. Selbstbehinderung. und endlich: Liebe Ulla!.- Literatur.- Index.
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Spektrum Akademischer Verlag Depression: Leben mit der schwarz gekleideten
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Spektrum Akademischer Verlag Warum (gerade) Mathematik?: Eine Antwort in
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Spektrum Akademischer Verlag Menschen, Tiere und Max: Natürliche Kommunikation
Book SynopsisVorwort.- 1 Worum geht es in diesem Buch?- 2 Roboter und virtuelle Wesen.- 3 Ausdruck in Gesicht und Stimme.- 4 In der virtuellen Werkstatt.- 5 Wie erzeugt man ausdrucksvolle Sprache?- 6 Gesten bei Tieren und Kindern.- 7 Mimik in Aktion.- 8 Kommunikative Rhythmen.- 9 Wörter und Sätze.- 10 Dem Denken auf der Spur.- 11 Wie versteht man Sprache?- 12 Zeichen und Gebärden.- 13 Der Körper spricht mit.- 14 Mit Gesten sprechen.- 15 Kommunikation zwischen Mensch und Tier.- 16. Ich, Max.- 17 Das Natürliche und das Künstliche.- 18 Epilog 2030.
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Spektrum Akademischer Verlag Hotel- und Barpsychologie: Psychologie für die
Book SynopsisVorwort.- 1 Psychologische Erkenntnisgewinnung.- 2 Allgemeine Hotel- und Barpsychologie.- 3 Persönlichkeitspsychologie.- 4 Biologische Grundlagen der Hotel- und Barpsychologie.- 5 Hotel- und Barsoziologie.- 6 Das "A" und "O" der Gastronomie.- 7 Klinische Hotel- und Barpsychologie.- Literatur.- Abschlussfragebogen.
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Uniwersytet Jagiellonski, Wydawnictwo Scientific Biographies – Between the
Book SynopsisIn this volume, the wording 'professional' and 'non-professional' is central to our discussion of concepts, since these notions reflect well the weighty aspect of the tension appearing at the junction of the private sphere of our life and the scientific one. Personal experience of each of us (the 'non-professional' part of our biography) continuously—consciously or unconsciously—gets imprinted in everything that is located in the area of 'professional' actions; from the choice of research areas to the ways of their theoretical and methodological conceptualization.Trade ReviewThis book is not yet another modified version of the so-called biographism in science, so strongly criticized in the 'serious' literary studies and in other disciplines adopting the form of easy psychologism. The concept of 'scientific biographies' presented here originates from different assumptions and serves different objectives. It concerns a specific tension that is generated (and is usually declaratively 'eliminated' from the official theoretical position) between practicing purely cognitive knowledge and biographical-historical-contextual elements, which make up the so-called unofficial biography of a researcher. This tension manifests itself in various ways since there is a whole spectrum of possibilities in this respect. What is more, it sometimes happens that self-reflection becomes a key ingredient of practicing knowledge, as can be observed for example in the case of reflexive anthropology or even within the reflexive turn in the modern humanities. Scientific Biographies bring precisely such different dimensions of the newly conceived context vivisection of biographism. -- Wojciech J. Burszta, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Warsaw
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Fundamental and Applied Sciences in Asia:
Book SynopsisThis book gathers selected science and technology papers presented at the 2018 International Conference on Science Technology and Social Sciences (ICSTSS 2018), organised bi-annually by Universiti Teknologi MARA Pahang, Malaysia. Based on the theme “Redesigning Education for Industrial Revolution”, the papers in this book address a broad range of topics in the fundamental and applied sciences, including computer science, engineering, environmental and management, furniture, forestry, health and medicine, material science, mathematics, plantation and agrotechnology, sport science and statistics, covering theoretical, numerical and experimental studies. The book serves as a platform for disseminating research findings by academicians of local, regional and global prominence, as a catalyst to inspire positive innovations in the development of the region. It provides a significant point of reference for academicians and students: for academicians, it is a good source of information to conduct further research; for students, it is the latest point of reference on research conducted in their fields of study. The carefully reviewed papers intend to facilitate the creation of new knowledge through the exchange of ideas, strategies and innovations in various science and technology disciplines, and to contribute towards enhancing the learning environment. Table of ContentsPart I Plantation.- 1.Effect of Manure and Bio-compost Obnoxious Weed toward Growth Performance of Oil Palm Seedling [Anisah Mohammed, Mohamad Amir Shah Yusop, Muhamad Rizuan Borhanuddin].- 2. Nutrients in By-Product Waste of Poaceae Family as Source of Organic Compost [Mohamad Amir Shah Yusop, Anisah Mohammed].- 3. Physicochemical Characteristics of Soilless Media Mixture and Their Effects on Brassica rapa Sp. Growth in Hydroponics System [Nurul Shahida Osman, Suzana Yusup, Ashri Mohd Hanifah, Zahari Bahari].- Part II Material Science.- 4. Physical and Mechanical Properties of Dried Leaves Composite Board [Nurul Husna Mohd Hassan, Rose Farahiyan Munawar, Shaari Daud, Siti Noorbaini Sarmin, Nur Afiqah Israruddin].- 5. Effect of Wax at Different Resin Content Ratio on The Properties of Particleboard Manufactured from Bambusa vulgaris var. striata [Siti Zalifah Mahmud, Nurul Zaima Yazmin Mat Yazid, Wan Mohd Nazri Wan Abd Rahman, Nurrohana Ahmad, Noorshashillawati Azura Mohammad].- Part III Biology.- 6. A Preliminary Study on COD Reduction of Real Textile Wastewater Using Consortia of Acinetobacter sp. and Cellulosimicrobium sp. [Nor Habibah Mohd Rosli, Wan Siti Atikah Wan Omar, Wan Azlina Ahmad].- Part IV Chemistry.- 7. Utilisation of Coconut Shell Ash (Cocos nucifera) as Lime Replacement in Agricultural Soil [Wan Noni Afida Ab Manan, Anis Iz’zati Ghazali].- Part V Environmental Science.- 8. Radon Gas Assessment of Selected Buidings at Universiti Teknologi MARA Jengka, Pahang, Malaysia [Nur Sha’adah Zainuddin, Wan Nur Adila Wan Deraman, Hisyam Abdul Rahman, Mohd Ruzaini Rosli, Siti Fatimah Saipuddin, Fairuzdzah Ahmad Lothfy, Junaidah Md Sani, Ahmad Saat].- Part VI Engineering.- 9. Parking System Using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Technology [Neo Wei Sheng, Wan Mariam Wan Muda, Ahmad Zaki Annuar, Wan Hafiza Wan Hassan].- 10. Basic Properties of Granitic Residual Soil on Slope [Noraida Mohd Saim, Anuar Kasa, Mohd Khairudin Mohamed, Rohaya Alias].- Part VII Information System/Information Technology.- 11. College Registration Management System (CoReMS): A Proposed CoReMS Model for UiTM Raub College Management Unit [Mohd Khairul Ikhwan Zolkefley, Muhd. Eizan Shafiq Abd. Aziz, Mohd Ikhsan Md Raus].- 12. Sentiment Analysis on Mixed Language Facebook Comments: A Food and Beverages Case Study [Lim Kong Hua, Lim Tong Ming, Kathleen Tan Swee Neo, Tan Li Peng].- 13. University Event Notification System with SMS Technology [Jiwa Noris Hamid, Hawa Mohd Ekhsan, Nur Aina Aifa Mohammad Ali].- 14. Remote Monitoring of Elderly via Web-based Technological Approach to Promote Health and Wellbeing Living [Suriana Ismail, Khairunnisa Hamzah, Roslan Ismail].- 15. Hadith Text Classification on Sanad Part using Edge List [Nursyahidah Alias, Nurazzah Abdul Rahman, Normaly Kamal Ismail, Zulhimi Mohamed Nor, Muhammad Nazir Alias, Mohd. Sham Kamis].- 16. Critical Factors Affecting Learning Management Systems (LMS) Success in Technical & Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Malaysia [Nor Azlan Ahmad, Nur Fazidah Elias, Noraidah Sahari@Ashaari].- Part VIII Mathematics.- 17. Solving Queuing Problem at Fast Food Restaurant in Shah Alam Using Simulation [Norani Amit, Nurdia Azlin Ghazali, Nur Hidayah Mohd Razali, Noor Aisyah Idris, Noor Hidayah Mohd Zaki, Busyra Latif].- 18. Comparing the Efficiency of Two Queuing Models for a Fast Food Restaurant using Analytical Queuing Theory [Nurdia Azlin Ghazali, Norani Amit].- 19. Sinusoidal Curve in Floral Motifs of Malay Woodcarving: A Preliminary Study [Marina Mohamed, Syafiza Saila Samsudin, Nazihah Ismail, Norhuda Mohammed].- 20. Kuala Lumpur Female Population Projection by Age Group Using Leslie Model [Hamidah Ayub, Roselah Osman, Nora Zakaria, Siti Norashidah Sumaryono, Nurul Syajaratul Aini Mohd Zin].
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Almuzara Drogas, Fármacos Y Venenos
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LA ASTRONOMIA ES FACIL
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Antoni Bosch Editor, S.A. Contra la simpleza: Ciencia y pseudociencia
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Robinbook Lo Que Einstein Le Contó a Su Barbero
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Editorial Kairos Acción Y Meditación: Cambiarse a Sí Mismo Para
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Taylor & Francis Innovations in Planning Facilities for SciTech
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Optoelectronics InfraredVisableUltraviolet
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Cambridge University Press Technology Transfer Making the Most of Your
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Cambridge University Press Fascinating Problems for Young Physicists
Book SynopsisProblem-solving is the cornerstone of all walks of scientific research. Fascinating Problems for Young Physicists attempts to clear the boundaries of seemingly abstract physical laws and their tangible effects through a step-by-step approach to physics in the world around us. It consists of 42 problems with detailed solutions, each describing a specific, interesting physical phenomenon. Each problem is further divided into questions designed to guide the reader through, encouraging engagement with and learning the physics behind the phenomenon. By solving the problems, the reader will be able to discover, for example, what the relation is between the mass of an animal and its expected lifetime, or what the efficiency limit is of wind turbines. Intended for first-year undergraduate students and interested high school students, this book develops inquiry-based scientific practice and enables students to acquire the necessary skills for applying the laws of physics to realistic situationsTable of Contents1. Human; 2. Machines; 3. Sport; 4. Nature; 5. Energy; 6. Miscellaneous; References.
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Editorial Anagrama El Rio de la Conciencia
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