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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Why are millions of people around the world fascinated by their family history What drives them to uncover the stories of their ancestors What are the benefits, but also the potential risks and drawbacks This insightful book delves into the captivating world of genealogy to explore the psychological motivations behind this popular hobby. Moore reveals how tracing your family tree can enhance self-understanding, strengthen your sense of identity, and deepen your connection to your heritage. From the joys of uncovering your roots to the challenges of genealogical research, including ethical dilemmas with DNA testing and the risks of unsettling discoveries and family secrets, the book offers practical advice to help readers navigate the emotional and ethical complexities of exploring their ancestry.Whether you're a seasoned family historian or just starting your genealogical journey, The Psychology of Genealogy offers an engaging guide to understanding the deeper significance of your quest. This will also be a fascinating read for anyone studying genealogy and family history.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - All About Dyspraxia is an accessible and practical guide for primary school teachers, designed to increase their understanding of developmental coordination disorder - commonly known as dyspraxia - and to equip them with adaptable strategies to support dyspraxic learners in their setting.The book shows how challenges can extend into every aspect of school life, from learning to write and use scissors to managing self-care tasks, joining in playground games and forming friendships. Drawing on the voices of dyspraxic children and adults, it unpicks myths and misconceptions before providing a wealth of evidence-based strategies to support independence, confidence and behaviour in the classroom. Chapters cover: - early identification and support to help learners thrive from the start - recognition of strengths often overlooked in traditional classroom settings - strategies for developing handwriting, fine motor skills and self-care tasks such as managing belongings and using cutlery - guidance on technology use and sensory processing to create inclusive learning environments and - collaboration with parents to support dyspraxic learners' progress Whether helping a child to manage their coat and shoes, develop legible handwriting or prepare for secondary school, All About Dyspraxia offers clear, actionable guidance to empower all primary teachers, special educational needs coordinators and parents seeking to better understand and support children with dyspraxia.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - All About Dyspraxia is an accessible and practical guide for secondary school teachers, designed to increase their understanding of developmental coordination disorder - commonly known as dyspraxia - and to equip them with adaptable strategies to support dyspraxic learners in their setting.The book explores a range of key areas, including timekeeping, homework, behaviour and evidence-based supports, and focuses on adaptations that can be made in every classroom. Drawing on the voices of young people and adults with dyspraxia, it unpicks myths and misconceptions before providing a wealth of evidence-based strategies to support independence, confidence and behaviour in the classroom. Chapters cover: - support with secondary transition to adapt to new routines and ease anxiety - organisational skills to manage belongings and complete homework - targeted strategies to support writing, fine motor skills and physical tasks - exam preparation and technology use to empower learners and - sensory processing adaptations and suggestions to foster positive mental health Whether you're supporting a new learner through the transition into secondary school, helping a final-year learner to manage coursework or simply wishing to make your classroom more accessible, All About Dyspraxia provides clear, actionable guidance to empower all secondary teachers, special educational needs coordinators and parents seeking to increase their knowledge and understanding of dyspraxia.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - A comprehensive guide to understanding your gut, its influence on your health and what you can do to protect it. Digestion may be its primary job, but your gut is pulling double duty behind the scenes. Sometimes referred to as the body's 'second brain,' your gut plays an important role in everything from immunity and brain function to metabolism and skin health.Within your gut resides a bustling community of trillions of microorganisms working 24/7 to fight off harmful invaders, create essential nutrients and keep your body running like a well-oiled machine. When this delicate ecosystem, known as the gut microbiome, is thrown off balance, it can trigger a range of health issues.Mayo Clinic Guide to Gut Health is an expert-driven resource from Mayo Clinic gastroenterologists that explores everything you need to know to take control of digestive issues. Inside, you'll find information on: - The gut microbiome and what it means to your everyday health.- How your gut talks to your brain and influences other body systems.- Ways to protect your gut and keep it healthy.- How supplements and medicines can affect the gut.- What researchers are learning about environmental dangers and your gut.- The gut's surprising role in metabolism and weight gain.- Digestive cancers and the latest efforts to try to prevent them.- How to manage several common digestive diseases and disorders including IBS, food intolerances, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease, GERD, peptic ulcers, heartburn, diarrhea, constipation and more.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Written by a doctor with expertise in delivering Relationships and Sexuality education to teenagers, this comprehensive guide helps parents and carers support the wellbeing and mental health of children and teens. Covering essential topics from mood and relationships to body image and digital life, it provides practical strategies for nurturing happy, healthy young people.The book offers clear, accessible information on topics relevant to young people's lives and wellbeing, moving beyond one-off conversations to create ongoing dialogue. It explores how to approach sensitive subjects in an open and constructive way, helping parents build trust and understanding with their children. Key features include:¿ Comprehensive coverage of mood, relationships, body image and digital life¿ Practical conversation starters to navigate difficult topics¿ Guidance on accessing specialist support within schools and healthcare services¿ Case studies and insights from experts and those with lived experience¿ Signposting to additional sources of information and supportThis essential resource is perfect for parents wanting to support their young person's wellbeing and mental health. It also serves as a valuable tool for schools seeking to enhance their approach to supporting students and engaging with families on these crucial topics.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Looking for a powerful, unique way to engage your staff or team This parable from best-selling author Todd Whitaker offers a refreshingly different form of professional development.It is a beautifully designed short story about a veteran teacher who reconnects with a former student who manages the local grocery store which has fallen on hard times. They reunite and confront the separate and unique challenges that have knocked them off course. Through each other, they find their way back on track with a message that will resonate with everyone.Use the book to kick off meetings with your school or organization, or as a thank-you gift to your fellow leaders. The tale will help your staff reengage with their priorities and consider what they value most, while feeling inspired along the way. The new edition is accompanied by a robust study guide that will help you and your teams get the most out of the book.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Struggling with unwanted intrusive thoughts or repetitive compulsions This definitive guide offers a compassionate and practical roadmap for Christians seeking healing from obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Discover the nuts and bolts of evidence-based treatment, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure and response prevention (ERP), while deepening your faith.OCD is a treatable illness, not a lack of faith. Through a Christ-centered approach, this book helps you understand the OCD cycle and its subtypes, including scrupulosity, where faith concerns become obsessions. With practical exercises and biblical insights, you'll learn how to change your relationship to fear, doubt, and uncertainty.The Christian's Guide to Overcoming OCD gives you the tools you need to stop the cycle of shame and isolation and find hope and lasting recovery through a whole-person approach that addresses the mind, body, and spirit. This is an essential resource that invites anyone with OCD-or those who love them-to embrace a life of freedom, purpose, and a deeper connection with God.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Getting Started with Doctoral Supervision is a uniquely inclusive book in its exploration of the diversity of doctoral candidates, research projects, disciplines, and modes of supervision. It is written for those who are beginning to supervise postgraduate students.This book is based on the three dimensions of supervision - personal, learning, and institutional - and considers ways of working with individual candidates throughout their doctoral or master's learning journeys. It focuses on motivations, personal engagement, wellbeing, and strategies for addressing difficulties. Seeing supervision as a developmental learning dialogue, this book emphasises enabling candidates' experiences as learners who develop new knowledge through supervisory guidance. It also addresses the changing demands of the institution placed on doctoral study and supervision, broadly conceived, including the construction and presentation of doctoral work - whether as a thesis, creative work, or publications - within realistic timeframes and in approved appropriate forms.Getting Started with Doctoral Supervision will take you on a research and experience based, reflection and action provoking journey and is a must-read guide for all those coming to supervision for the first time or looking to refresh their practice.The 'Insider Guides to Success in Academia' offers support and practical advice to doctoral students and early-career researchers. Covering the topics that really matter, but which often get overlooked, this indispensable series provides practical and realistic guidance to address many of the needs and challenges of trying to operate, and remain, in academia.These neat pocket guides fill specific and significant gaps in current literature. Each book offers insider perspectives on the often implicit rules of the game -- the things you need to know but usually aren't told by institutional postgraduate support, researcher development units, or supervisors -- and will address a practical topic that is key to career progression. They are essential reading for doctoral students, early-career researchers, supervisors, mentors, or anyone looking to launch or maintain their career in academia.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - What are the early signs to look for that you'll be happy in a school How can you be your 'whole self' in the classroom, corridors and halls How can you build healthy habits into your daily routines As an Early Career Teacher (ECT), you are likely brimming with questions about how to look after your own wellbeing while navigating a busy and challenging school environment. With answers from a diverse panel of ten expert contributors, this dip-in-and-out guide shares practice-based perspectives to help you manage the demands of teaching and foster a sense of balance and fulfilment.Each accessible chapter is framed around the questions that matter most to ECTs, covering key topics from finding the right school culture, growing your identity as a teacher and balancing professional and personal commitments, to prioritising wellbeing when you are 'too busy'. Contributors draw from extensive first-hand experience, as well as research-based strategies, to answer common concerns and offer relatable, easy-to-implement ideas and tools that will help you to prioritise self-care and embrace sustainable working practices. Throughout, reflective questions from the Editors encourage you to consider your own journey and take ownership of your growth and wellbeing.Your wellbeing is not a luxury - it's a necessity and the bedrock of functioning well in your personal and professional life. This rich range of perspectives will offer you honest practical insights and approaches to ensure you not just survive but flourish in your teaching career. It is essential reading for ECTs and a useful staffroom resource for all education settings.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Slow Psychiatry analyses the way in which the industrial model of mental health is currently organised and suggests a counterculture to allow for deeper psychiatry. João G. Pereira is a pioneer in the implementation of Slow Psychiatry and open dialogue, and he uses his clinical experience to highlight how these principles can be applied in the organisation of mental health services and the practice of psychiatry. The proposed alternatives focus on the democratisation of mental health and policy, exploring current failures with neuroscience and 'fast-paced' approaches to treatment, instead seeking to explore more humane and effective mental health services that prioritise agency and community. This book will be a beneficial resource for mental health professionals, particularly psychiatric nurses and psychiatrists.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This book explores tazkiya therapy, a holistic psychological approach based on Qur'anic guidance and rooted in the understanding of human beings as multidimensional -that is, physical, psychological, social and spiritual beings.The book starts with a detailed explanation or the object, the process and the purpose of tazkiya therapy, along with an account of the boundaries and the enabling factors of the approach. Rather than a singular theoretical framework, tazkiya therapy is a dynamic and flexible approach that integrates multiple frameworks and disciplines to grow the human soul, cognition, emotion and behaviour. Although it is a multidimensional approach, the process of therapy is step-by-step, and the middle part of the book presents the key stages in the approach. Within these steps, the therapist is given seven different approaches that they can customise to the needs of the client depending on whether they need assistance with thinking patterns, emotional disturbance, a behavioural problem or a dysfunctional nervous system. The book ends with a comprehensive summary of the model, a series of case studies, a future outlook on training and an application for continuing the study and practice of tazkiya therapy.This book, based on the foundation that tazkiya therapy covers issues that are spiritual in nature and always connects to Allah in facilitating the healing process, will fulfil the needs of practicing Muslim psychologists, psychiatrists and students of psychology and Isl¿ic studies.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This book explores the effectiveness of art therapy as treatment for cumulative trauma survivors.Bringing together case studies, research, and the author's clinical and personal experience, it outlines different clinical approaches as well as numerous art therapy interventions that are processed through somatic, metaverbal, and narrative means. It further aims to answer the question of 'how art therapy works,' by pairing aspects of Lusebrink's Expressive Therapies Continuum with Perry's four functional domains (from the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics) to demonstrate how these practices may increase relational capacity and the patient's access to higher level functioning, in turn, decreasing trauma responses.Foregrounding a person-centered and multi-dimensional approach to trauma repair and creative interventions, this book will appeal to postgraduate students in art therapy and counselling, as well as professionals and researchers in somatic work and trauma specialties.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Archaeology of Self: The Introspective Educator's Guide to Racial Literacy is an invitation to dive deep into the heart of teaching and the sacred work of self-awareness. It calls educators-and professionals from all walks of life-to embark on a lifelong journey of racial literacy, healing, and the pursuit of a bias-free existence. Blending personal narrative, poetry, and guided reflection, Archaeology of Self offers both a mirror and a map that takes readers through Dr. Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz's framework for excavating one's racial identity, confronting internalized bias, and teaching from a place of critical love, justice, and truth.This is more than a book. It is a living, breathing guide for transformation. Included within are: - Lesson plans designed by educators across the country and adaptable for K-12 and beyond. - Multimodal resources, including video suggestions, journaling prompts, mindfulness practices, and companion readings. - A chapter-themed music playlist that sets the emotional and intellectual tone, inviting deep listening, feeling, and reflection. At its core, Archaeology of Self: The Introspective Educator's Guide to Racial Literacy is a blueprint for healing and for the collective reimagining of education as a liberatory and humanizing force.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The Art and Science of Parenting and Grandparenting is an indispensable source of guidance and wisdom on the most critical challenges facing contemporary parents and grandparents.Award¿winning psychologist Kenneth Barish shows how we can protect our children's emotional health, support their love of learning, have better conversations, and nurture children's empathy and kindness toward others. Dr. Barish presents comprehensive, multi¿step plans for solving many problems of daily family life. He offers insights from neuroscience, child development research, clinical and educational programs for children, and from his experience of more than 40 years as a child psychologist, father, and grandfather.This book should be read by parents and grandparents, physicians, child and family therapists, teachers, child development specialists, and anyone committed to the well¿being of children and families.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This authoritative resource examines the significant influence parents have on children's developmental outcomes and the challenges of modern-day parenting. Highlighting the pivotal role parents play throughout their child's lifespan, this important book guides students through the complexities of raising children in the twenty-first century.Key features include the analysis of the dynamics between parents and children across generations and cultures, a comparison of the historical background of parenting with contemporary issues faced today, and an exploration of the multifaceted effects of parenting on children's development, including health, emotional wellbeing, and academic achievement. Practical strategies and interventions are provided to navigate the complexities of modern parenthood and support healthy child development. The authors conclude with discussions on future research, policies, and practices, envisioning improved support for families of the future.Providing essential knowledge to understand and enhance the parenting journey, this textbook is essential reading for students of psychology, social work, nursing, education and child development.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Key Topics in Memory explores the essential role of memory in human cognition, and how it connects us to the past, grounds us in the present, and guides our anticipation of the future. The book examines the dynamic and active nature of memory, exploring how it is influenced by both conscious effort and automatic, non-conscious processes, while addressing its remarkable flexibility, detail, and capacity alongside its fragility and vulnerability to distortion and loss. In doing so, it examines how memory enables us to learn, make decisions, pursue our goals, and maintain meaningful connections with others and the world around us.This book provides an overview of key foundations, theories, and methodologies across various memory systems, processes, and functions. It integrates classic and contemporary research and offers insights into how these developments influence real-world applications. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of memory's complexity, from fleeting moments to lifelong experiences, and how it forms our understanding of ourselves and the world. By bridging theoretical concepts with empirical insights and practical implications, Key Topics in Memory highlights the transformative potential of memory research. It also highlights examples of where women researchers have played a key role in advancing the field and ends with a call to action for future investigation of interactions between memory, culture, and technology,Key Topics in Memory is an essential resource for researchers, students, and professionals in psychology, neuroscience, and related fields who are interested in the science of memory. It is ideal for those seeking to understand the mechanisms and functions of memory, as well as its broader implications for human cognition and behaviour. Whether exploring foundational theories, methodological advances, or the application of memory research in real-world contexts, this book offers valuable insights into this fascinating area of study.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Spiritual Integration in Isl¿mic Psychotherapy offers readers a profound exploration of the therapist's inner world and its impact on therapeutic practice.Through introspective reflections and practical insights, readers embark on a transformative journey into the world of an Isl¿mic psychotherapist, going beyond technical skills and theoretical knowledge by emphasising the character, intention, and spiritual connection of the therapist with God (Alláh). The book introduces the unique role of the Isl¿mic psychotherapist, discussing their responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. It emphasises the importance of ethical conduct, continuous learning, and self-reflection, recognising the profound influence of the therapist's character, intentions, and spiritual connection on the healing process. It also explores integrating Isl¿mic principles into therapeutic practice and provides guidance on tailoring interventions to align with the religious and cultural backgrounds of Muslim clients. Real-life case studies, practical techniques and strategies and concrete suggestions for incorporating Qur'ânic verses, supplications, and spiritual practices into therapy are featured throughout.Spiritual Integration in Isl¿mic Psychotherapy serves as an invaluable resource for Isl¿mic psychotherapists, empowering them to deepen their understanding of how their religion/spirituality intersect with their clinical work to ultimately better serve their clients.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Capturing new waves of thought on resilience and recovery, Citraningtyas explores how people survive and make meaning in disasters by bringing together survivor experiences from natural disaster events in two vastly different cultural contexts. By presenting a holistic model of conceptualising people's experiences of dealing with disastrous situations, this book transcends psychiatric approaches of trauma recovery. It uses metaphors to present harrowing and inspiring survivor narratives from the 2004 tsunami in Aceh and the 2003 Canberra bushfires and analyzes the ways in which survivors tried to cope and make sense of their experiences as well as their own lives, in order to cope. Through embodied metaphors to unravel different aspects of meaning¿making following disasters, Citraningtyas provides insights into how culture can shape our experiences and responses to disaster, and brings forth deep commonalities in inherently human experiences.This book will appeal to researchers interested in understanding trauma resilience and recovery as well as mental health practitioners and disaster survivors.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This book is a concise and accessible introduction to positive organizational behavior in sport, a new and dynamic approach to sport management. Clearly explaining core concepts, including the central concept of psychological capital, the book shows how 'positive sport organizations' (PSO) can deliver improved performance and enhance employee well-being. Standing at the intersection of positive psychology and theories of organizational behavior, the PSO approach focuses on the development of the person within the organization - their human strengths and psychological capacities - in contrast to traditional approaches that have a more limited emphasis on human capital or social capital. The book takes a close look at attributes including passion, grit, and a capacity for innovation, that characterize the effective employee in the modern, fast-paced sport business environment and that can be developed through PSO, and it explains how employee flourishing and corporate social responsibility programmes can be mutually reinforcing. With examples and cases from contemporary sport business in every chapter, this is illuminating reading for any student, researcher, policy-maker or practitioner with an interest in sport business and management, organizational behavior, corporate social responsibility, human resource management, or human flourishing.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Understanding the Brain: A Short Guide tackles some of the most profound questions about what it means to be human, exploring the origins of consciousness, the development of language, and the future of brain research. This book examines the brain's mysteries through the lens of cognitive neuroscience, offering readers a compelling journey from historical discoveries to cutting-edge advancements. It also poses intriguing questions about the possibilities of decoding dreams and thoughts by analyzing neural activity, pushing the boundaries of what we know about the brain.This concise guide synthesizes the evolution of cognitive neuroscience, beginning with Paul Broca's groundbreaking work in the 19th century and progressing to modern breakthroughs in imaging and behavioural analysis. It highlights practical applications of brain research, such as combating organ aging and understanding neurological pathologies like stroke and Parkinson's disease. By combining historical context with the latest scientific insights, the book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the brain's complexities and its influence on human behaviour and abilities.Understanding the Brain: A Short Guide is an essential read for anyone fascinated by the science of the brain and its impact on human life. Whether you are a student, researcher, or simply curious about neuroscience, this book offers an accessible yet thought-provoking exploration of the brain's workings. With its blend of historical perspective and forward-looking questions, it appeals to readers eager to deepen their knowledge of one of science's most enigmatic frontiers.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Big feelings Wiggly bodies Let's move through it--together! From nervous wiggles to excited jumps, this playful and empowering picture book helps kids recognize, understand, and manage their feelings--one movement at a time. Whether it's Elmo feeling nervous at the doctor's office or Abby bursting with excitement at the library, Get the Wiggles Out shows that there are fun, simple ways to handle every emotion. With expert guidance from Mayo Clinic pediatric psychologist Dr. Emily McTate and beloved Sesame Street friends, children learn how to calm their bodies, express their feelings, and get back to doing what they love. Featuring vibrant illustrations, engaging activities, and a warm, reassuring tone, this book is perfect for: - Helping young readers build emotional awareness and resilience- Supporting social-emotional learning at home, in classrooms, or in therapy- Encouraging movement-based techniques to manage big feelings Whether kids feel shy, overwhelmed, or just need to shake it out, Get the Wiggles Out is a joyful reminder that every feeling is safe to feel--and every child has the tools to handle it. Everyday Feelings with Sesame Street invites children to explore feelings with the help of their favorite Sesame Street friends. Combining fun narratives with expert guidance from Mayo Clinic pediatric psychologist Dr. Emily McTate, each adventure offers practical strategies to support every child's emotional well-being. Mayo Clinic Press Kids creates empowering health and wellness content in partnership with pediatric experts. Proceeds from the sale of every book go to benefit important medical research and education at Mayo Clinic. Maeda, Hisashi (illustratore).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Imagine if every architect had an apprentice who could consistently observe and understand their intentions, take over routine tasks and monitor technical, environmental, and economic constraints. This apprentice would continually improve, freeing the architect to concentrate on truly creative work.This book outlines a plan to turn this vision into reality. It evaluates the development of artificial intelligence from its inception to the present, focusing on the last two decades of applying AI in architectural design and planning; the current state of architectural practice is also examined. Integrating architecture, computer science, AI, robotics, economics, law, neurobiology, and philosophy, the vision is built on three key premises: (i) authentic, poetic creativity that transcends parameterization and algorithmizing, (ii) innovative learning strategies and training approaches not yet applied concerning architectural design, and (iii) the convergence of architecture's inherent spatiality with virtual reality technology and new theories of human thinking and intelligence, poised for implementation in machine learning.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Evaluating the existing position of film as research, Filmmaking in Academia offers clear guidance and practical advice from the planning and conception of research films to the making, evaluation, dissemination and impact of practice-based research.This book aspires to serve as a guide for new and current researchers in screen-based media and creative practice. It seeks to explore the scope, definitions, methodologies, and interdisciplinary (and post-disciplinary) nature of film research projects. Author Agata Lulkowska focuses on how to manage potential challenges when artistic creativity meets research requirements, emphasising how finding the middle ground that serves both purposes often requires redesigning brand-new methodological approaches. Looking specifically at the publication routes for research films, the book highlights current dissemination practices and raises the question of impact throughout to re-contextualise current publication methodologies for practice-based projects.This exciting new work provides key reading for graduate students, academics, and filmmakers looking to move into academia.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Cybersecurity in Robotic Autonomous Vehicles introduces a novel intrusion detection system (IDS) specifically designed for AVs, which leverages data prioritisation in CAN IDs to enhance threat detection and mitigation. It offers a pioneering intrusion detection model for AVs that uses machine and deep learning algorithms.Presenting a new method for improving vehicle security, the book demonstrates how the IDS has incorporated machine learning and deep learning frameworks to analyse CAN bus traffic and identify the presence of any malicious activities in real time with high level of accuracy. It provides a comprehensive examination of the cybersecurity risks faced by AVs with a particular emphasis on CAN vulnerabilities and the innovative use of data prioritisation within CAN IDs.The book will interest researchers and advanced undergraduate students taking courses in cybersecurity, automotive engineering, and data science. Automotive industry and robotics professionals focusing on Internet of Vehicles and cybersecurity will also benefit from the contents.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This book explores the factors contributing to the under-representation of African American female directors in mainstream cinema leadership. It also unmasks the potential strategies African American female film directors might pursue to reduce this inequity.Author Tracy L. F. Worley draws on research around ethics to conclude that there are specific consequences of the male gaze on women in cinema leadership, especially African American female directors of box office cinema. Combining extensive analysis of ethics and ethical stance relative to the motion picture industry with perspectives from working African American female directors, the text discusses the ethical considerations and historical inequities, including the male gaze, and uses those findings to define how the inequities can be opportunities. The efficacy model for cinematic leadership is presented as a mechanism for viewing obstacles through the lenses of gender, ethnicity, and culture so they become drivers for African American women to achieve success.Ideal for students of directing and filmmaking, as well as aspiring professional filmmakers wishing to gain a better understanding of the industry as it stands today.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In this book, Alberto Castelli, Giunia Gatta, Micaela Latini, and Francesco Raschi examine how four prominent intellectuals of the 20th century (Bertrand Russell, Karl Jaspers, Raymond Aron, and Günther Anders) understood atomic warfare. With a chapter devoted to the philosophical ideas of each thinker and how they understood and interpreted war, the authors analyze the historic-political context in which these ideas emerged and what they proposed to avoid a nuclear disaster.Four Philosophers and the Bomb will be of interest to students and researchers of peace studies, international relations, political philosophy, and moral philosophy.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This book enlightens the reader as to how the financial sector in the UK operates fraud databases to help combat fraud and explains the phenomenon of 'debanking'. It considers the unique confluence of necessity, a flexible regulatory framework, and recent history of collaboration that now places fraud databases and data-sharing at the heart of the UK's multi-agency counter-fraud strategy. It offers a practical slant to the theory behind the secretive counter-fraud and money-laundering investigation techniques, technology, and practices employed by financial organisations to disrupt fraud and money laundering. The work explains how and why the UK leads the world in this field, what progress is being made internationally to replicate these systems, and the legislative hurdles that need to be overcome to enable the level of data sharing required to make fraud databases operationally successful. It also explores the worrying trends and practices in the systems used which have adversely impacted on both innocent parties and the victims of fraud. Drawing on real-life examples, the book explores the benefits of transparency and whether the databases and the organisations that utilise them can better build fairness into their systems. It will be an invaluable resource for researchers, practitioners and policy-makers working in the areas of counter-fraud and anti-money laundering.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - From the last decades of the seventeenth century until the beginning of the twentieth, the tontine, in one form or another, was a ubiquitous financial instrument. As a revenue-raising tool of governments it supported the cost of war, and as a private capital-raising instrument it provided funding for civic improvement and urban development projects.While the tontine is known today mainly through fictional works (Robert Louis Stevenson, Agatha Christie, and The Simpsons among others), this book tells the history of how it evolved from a public revenue-raising scheme into a popular private investment and infrastructure financing tool, before it was displaced by cheaper forms of borrowing. Focusing on the early development of the tontine, and with European and North American case studies, the narrative brings to life the story of a little-understood financial innovation.This concise and engaging book is an ideal introduction to the history of the tontine for all readers interested in financial history.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Supersonic Effects on Rivets introduces aerospace components, such as rivets, used in subsonic and supersonic/hypersonic aircraft. It investigates the various alloys used to manufacture rivets/fasteners and the heat treatment of those alloys.Providing background on commercial (subsonic and supersonic) and military (subsonic and supersonic/hypersonic) aircraft, the book discusses selecting materials, rivet arrangement, skin friction/drag effects, estimating temperature, thermal properties, and fatigue testing of aerospace rivets. It includes real-world case studies on aircraft failures due to incorrect design and failure mechanisms of aerospace rivets. Lessons learnt from the failures of the iconic Concorde, Space Shuttle Columbia, and American Airbus A300-600 Flight 587 are also deliberated upon. Laboratory research including future recommendations are presented.The book will be useful for military applications, commercial aircraft, practicing aerospace/ aeronautical engineers, materials scientists, metallurgical engineers, universities, colleges, higher education, schools and students.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This concise book delves into the innovative use of carrageenan in the green synthesis of metal oxide nanoparticle synthesis. It explores this emerging approach's mechanisms, highlighting its benefits over traditional syntheses. The unique properties imparted by carrageenan to metal oxide nanoparticles and how these enhance the material for various applications are also discussed. Furthermore, concerns regarding the scalability of this green synthesis are explored, particularly the challenges faced in large-scale production, reproducibility, economics, and environmental sustainability. - Uniquely focuses on the carrageenan-mediated approach to metal oxide nanoparticle synthesis - Details the mechanisms specific to metal oxide nanoparticle synthesis and the relevance of carrageenan in nanoparticle enhancement (through doping) - Covers the scalability and reproducibility of this emerging approach to bridge research and industrial production This book serves as a primer for researchers and advanced students in materials science, chemistry, and chemical engineering to aid them in connecting their existing knowledge with the related peer-reviewed literature.…