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Just Literature Philosophical Criticism and Justice

Just Literature Philosophical Criticism and Justice

In Just Literature Tzachi Zamir introduces the idea of 'philosophical criticism' as an innovative approach to interpreting literary texts. Throughout the book Zamir uses the theme of justice as a case study for this new critical approach. By using ‘philosophical criticism’ Zamir posits that a stronger grasp of the idea of justice can increase one’s understanding of literature and thus its value. He offers philosophical readings of works by Dante Shakespeare Toni Morrison J. M. Coetzee and Philip Roth to explore the relationship between aesthetic and epistemic value. Zamir argues that while literature and philosophy remain separate entities examining the two in tandem may help inform the study of both. Offering an inventive twist on an established dynamic this book is essential reading for any student or scholar of literature or philosophy. | Just Literature Philosophical Criticism and Justice

GBP 48.99
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Perovskite Solar Cells Technology and Practices

Perovskite Solar Cells Technology and Practices

The increasing use of metal halide perovskites as light harvesters has stunned the photovoltaic community. The book Perovskite Solar Cells: Technology and Practices covers the basics and provides up-to-date research in the field of perovskite photovoltaics—a fast trending branch of the thin film photovoltaic generation. This comprehensive handbook provides a broad and overall picture of perovskite solar cells (PSCs) starting with the history of development and revolution of PSCs. The authors then delve into electron-transporting materials hole-transporting materials and lead-free alternatives. An important chapter on tandem solar cells is also included. The chapters discuss how different layers in PSCs are fabricated and function and how their roles are as important as the perovskite layer itself. It explores what has been done and what can probably be done to further improve the performance of this device. | Perovskite Solar Cells Technology and Practices

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Autism The Movement Sensing Perspective

Autism The Movement Sensing Perspective

Autism: The Movement Sensing Perspective is the result of a collaborative effort by parents therapists clinicians and researchers from all disciplines in science including physics engineering and applied mathematics. This book poses questions regarding the current conceptualization and approach to the study of autism providing an alternative unifying data-driven framework grounded in physiological factors. This book reaches beyond subjective descriptions of autistic phenomena and embraces a new era of objective measurements analyses and statistical inferences. The authors harness activities from the nervous systems across the brain and body (often in tandem) and introduce a platform for the comprehensive personalized phenotyping of individuals with autism. The impact of this approach is discussed to advance the development of tailored treatments options enhance the ability to longitudinally track symptomatology and to fundamentally empower affected individuals and their families. This book encompasses a new era for autism research and treatments and our continuous effort to collectively empower and embrace the autistic community. | Autism The Movement Sensing Perspective

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The Russian Presidency of Dmitry Medvedev 2008-2012 The Next Step Forward or Merely a Time Out?

The Russian Presidency of Dmitry Medvedev 2008-2012 The Next Step Forward or Merely a Time Out?

The term tandem was used to describe the Putin-Medvedev combination which ruled Russia from 2008 to 2012 when Medvedev was president and Putin prime minister. Many people saw Putin as the real wielder of power with Medvedev as his puppet. Others however saw Medvedev as a visionary someone who envisioned large scale schemes - even though these schemes have not yet come to fruition. At the same time many in the West regarded Medvedev favourably and gave him credit for raising expectations among both the elite and the middle classes in Russia in such a way as to make it difficult for the Russian state to return to its old ways. This book presents a comprehensive survey of the Medvedev presidency covering all areas including politics the economy international relations and social developments. The author concludes that it is still too early to assess Medvedev's achievements definitively. | The Russian Presidency of Dmitry Medvedev 2008-2012 The Next Step Forward or Merely a Time Out?

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Sexuality Gender and Nationalism in Caribbean Literature

Sexuality Gender and Nationalism in Caribbean Literature

This book is the first to focus exclusively on issues of gender and sexuality in a range of post-war novels from the Anglophone Caribbean. Concentrating on the 1950s to the mid 1970s it highlights the period's diversity of sexual concerns. New readings of seminal figures like Samuel Selvon and George Lamming are offered in tandem with discussion of innovative lesser-studied authors such as Andrew Salkey Oscar Dathorne and Rosa Guy. Whereas this body of work has tended to be characterised as minimally engaged with sexuality and overly reliant on patriarchal heteronormative frameworks the book takes a different approach. First it unpacks the motivations behind the masculinist bent of much of this writing emphasising the anxieties underlying such assertion. It exposes both the gendered and sexual imperatives of the nationalist project and the destabilising effects of migration on masculine performance. Second it brings to life a range of critically neglected same-sex desires. Framing such longing as both narratively and nationally disruptive it recovers the marginalised erotic relations that challenge fantasies of national cohesion. As a result the book opens up existing mappings of Caribbean fiction. Drawing on queer theory feminism and masculinity studies it highlights the ways in which sex both exceeds and threatens the imagined unity on which the nationalist vision depends. | Sexuality Gender and Nationalism in Caribbean Literature

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Organic Solar Cells Materials Devices Interfaces and Modeling

Organic Solar Cells Materials Devices Interfaces and Modeling

Current energy consumption mainly depends on fossil fuels that are limited and can cause environmental issues such as greenhouse gas emissions and global warming. These factors have stimulated the search for alternate clean and renewable energy sources. Solar cells are some of the most promising clean and readily available energy sources. Plus the successful utilization of solar energy can help reduce the dependence on fossil fuels. Recently organic solar cells have gained extensive attention as a next-generation photovoltaic technology due to their light weight mechanical flexibility and solution-based cost-effective processing. Organic Solar Cells: Materials Devices Interfaces and Modeling provides an in-depth understanding of the current state of the art of organic solar cell technology. Encompassing the full spectrum of organic solar cell materials modeling and simulation and device physics and engineering this comprehensive text:Discusses active layer interfacial and transparent electrode materialsExplains how to relate synthesis parameters to morphology of the photoactive layer using molecular dynamics simulationsOffers insight into coupling morphology and interfaces with charge transport in organic solar cellsExplores photoexcited carrier dynamics defect states interface engineering and nanophase separationCovers inorganic–organic hybrids tandem structure and graphene-based polymer solar cellsOrganic Solar Cells: Materials Devices Interfaces and Modeling makes an ideal reference for scientists and engineers as well as researchers and students entering the field from broad disciplines including chemistry material science and engineering physics nanotechnology nanoscience and electrical engineering. | Organic Solar Cells Materials Devices Interfaces and Modeling

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Hyphenated and Alternative Methods of Detection in Chromatography

Hyphenated and Alternative Methods of Detection in Chromatography

Widely employed for separating and detecting chemicals in solution separation techniques are most often applied in tandem subsequently referred to as hyphenated methods. Hyphenated and Alternative Methods of Detection in Chromatography details the development and application of mass spectral detection techniques coupled with gas phase and liquid phase chromatographies. With contributions from experts in a variety of fields as evidenced by the range of topics the book describes the advantages and disadvantages of various separation techniques and addresses methods for cutting-edge applications such as proteomics research. Specifically this book covers:The development of the LC-NMR and its application in chromatographic science particularly in relation to the analysis of natural and environmental samples and in the study of reaction monitoring biosynthetic analysis and structural elucidationThe application of LC-ICP in biological samples for the speciation of organoarsenic and organoselenium compounds; metal complexes in microorganisms plants and foods of plant origin; human body fluids and tissues; and in the detection of chemical warfare agentsElectrochemical detection in liquid chromatography system optimization and applications in the analysis of flavonoidsThe use of chemiluminescence for microcolumn and capillary methods of separationThe process of employing multidimensional separation methods as a means of identifying components in complex samplesA detailed reference for those starting out in the field this book also suits those who are more experienced yet require assistance in new directions. It is an ideal reference for senior undergraduate and postgraduate students wishing to supplement their learning experience. Containing over 800 references this book is an excellent source of information within the field of

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Forensic DNA Analysis Current Practices and Emerging Technologies

Forensic DNA Analysis Current Practices and Emerging Technologies

The field of forensic DNA analysis has grown immensely in the past two decades and genotyping of biological samples is now routinely performed in human identification (HID) laboratories. Application areas include paternity testing forensic casework family lineage studies identification of human remains and DNA databasing. Forensic DNA Analysis: Current Practices and Emerging Technologies explores the fundamental principles and the application of technologies for each aspect of forensic DNA analysis. The book begins by discussing the value of DNA evidence and how to properly recognize document collect and store it. The remaining chapters examine:The most widely adopted methods and the best practices for DNA isolation from forensic biological samples and human remainsStudies carried out on the use of both messenger RNA and small (micro) RNA profilingReal-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) methods for quantification and assessment of human DNA prior to genotypingCapillary electrophoresis (CE) as a tool for forensic DNA analysisNext-generation short tandem repeat (STR) genotyping kits for forensic applications the biological nature of STR loci and Y-chromosome STRs (Y-STRs)Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) sequence analysisSingle nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and insertion/deletion polymorphisms (indels) in typing highly degraded DNADeep-sequencing technologiesThe current state of integrated systems in forensic DNA analysis The book concludes by discussing various aspects of sample-processing training and the entities that provide such training programs. This volume is an essential resource for students researchers teaching faculties and other professionals interested in human identification/forensic DNA analysis. | Forensic DNA Analysis Current Practices and Emerging Technologies

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An Introduction to R and Python for Data Analysis A Side-By-Side Approach

An Introduction to R and Python for Data Analysis A Side-By-Side Approach

An Introduction to R and Python for Data Analysis helps teach students to code in both R and Python simultaneously. As both R and Python can be used in similar manners it is useful and efficient to learn both at the same time helping lecturers and students to teach and learn more save time whilst reinforcing the shared concepts and differences of the systems. This tandem learning is highly useful for students helping them to become literate in both languages and develop skills which will be handy after their studies. This book presumes no prior experience with computing and is intended to be used by students from a variety of backgrounds. The side-by-side formatting of this book helps introductory graduate students quickly grasp the basics of R and Python with the exercises providing helping them to teach themselves the skills they will need upon the completion of their course as employers now ask for competency in both R and Python. Teachers and lecturers will also find this book useful in their teaching providing a singular work to help ensure their students are well trained in both computer languages. All data for exercises can be found here: https://github. com/tbrown122387/r_and_python_book/tree/master/data. Instructors can access the solutions manual via the book's website. Key features: - Teaches R and Python in a side-by-side way. - Examples are tailored to aspiring data scientists and statisticians not software engineers. - Designed for introductory graduate students. Does not assume any mathematical background. | An Introduction to R and Python for Data Analysis A Side-By-Side Approach

GBP 74.99
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Signals and Systems A MATLAB Integrated Approach

Signals and Systems A MATLAB Integrated Approach

Drawing on the author’s 25+ years of teaching experience Signals and Systems: A MATLAB® Integrated Approach presents a novel and comprehensive approach to understanding signals and systems theory. Many texts use MATLAB® as a computational tool but Alkin’s text employs MATLAB both computationally and pedagogically to provide interactive visual reinforcement of the fundamentals including the characteristics of signals operations used on signals time and frequency domain analyses of systems continuous-time and discrete-time signals and systems and more. In addition to 350 traditional end-of-chapter problems and 287 solved examples the book includes hands-on MATLAB modules consisting of: 101 solved MATLAB examples working in tandem with the contents of the text itself 98 MATLAB homework problems (coordinated with the 350 traditional end-of-chapter problems) 93 GUI-based MATLAB demo programs that animate key figures and bring core concepts to life 23 MATLAB projects more involved than the homework problems (used by instructors in building assignments) 11 sections of standalone MATLAB exercises that increase MATLAB proficiency and enforce good coding practices Each module or application is linked to a specific segment of the text to ensure seamless integration between learning and doing. A solutions manual all relevant MATLAB code figures presentation slides and other ancillary materials are available on an author-supported website or with qualifying course adoption. By involving students directly in the process of visualization Signals and Systems: A MATLAB® Integrated Approach affords a more interactive—thus more effective—solution for a one- or two-semester course on signals and systems at the junior or senior level. | Signals and Systems A MATLAB® Integrated Approach

GBP 82.99
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Plasma Processing of Nanomaterials

Plasma Processing of Nanomaterials

We are at a critical evolutionary juncture in the research and development of low-temperature plasmas which have become essential to synthesizing and processing vital nanoscale materials. More and more industries are increasingly dependent on plasma technology to develop integrated small-scale devices but physical limits to growth and other challenges threaten progress. Plasma Processing of Nanomaterials is an in-depth guide to the art and science of plasma-based chemical processes used to synthesize process and modify various classes of nanoscale materials such as nanoparticles carbon nanotubes and semiconductor nanowires. Plasma technology enables a wide range of academic and industrial applications in fields including electronics textiles automotives aerospace and biomedical. A prime example is the semiconductor industry in which engineers revolutionized microelectronics by using plasmas to deposit and etch thin films and fabricate integrated circuits. An overview of progress and future potential in plasma processing this reference illustrates key experimental and theoretical aspects by presenting practical examples of: Nanoscale etching/deposition of thin films Catalytic growth of carbon nanotubes and semiconductor nanowires Silicon nanoparticle synthesis Functionalization of carbon nanotubes Self-organized nanostructures Significant advances are expected in nanoelectronics photovoltaics and other emerging fields as plasma technology is further optimized to improve the implementation of nanomaterials with well-defined size shape and composition. Moving away from the usual focus on wet techniques embraced in chemistry and physics the author sheds light on pivotal breakthroughs being made by the smaller plasma community. Written for a diverse audience working in fields ranging from nanoelectronics and energy sensors to catalysis and nanomedicine this resource will help readers improve development and application of nanomaterials in their own work. About the Author: R. Mohan Sankaran received the American Vacuum Society’s 2011 Peter Mark Memorial Award for his outstanding contributions to tandem plasma synthesis.

GBP 74.99
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Forensic DNA Applications An Interdisciplinary Perspective

Forensic DNA Applications An Interdisciplinary Perspective

Forensic DNA Applications: An Interdisciplinary Perspective Second Edition is fully updated to outline the latest advances in forensic DNA testing techniques and applications. It continues to fill the need for a reference book for people working in the field of forensic molecular biology testing and research as well as individuals investigating and adjudicating cases involving DNA evidence whether they be civil or criminal cases. DNA techniques have greatly impacted obvious traditional forensic areas but such advances have also positively affected myriad new areas of research and inquiry. It is possible today to think about solving forensic problems that were simply unheard of even a few years ago. As such the book pulls all relevant research and applied science together into a detailed and comprehensive collection. Part I begins with the history and development of DNA typing and profiling for criminal and civil purposes. It discusses the statistical interpretation of results with case examples mitochondrial DNA testing Y single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and short tandem repeats (STRs) and X SNP and STR testing. It also explores low copy number DNA typing mixtures and quality assurance and control. Part II moves on to cover the various uses and applications of analyzing collected physical evidence victim identification in mass disasters analyzing animal DNA forensic botany and other unique applications. Part III is dedicated to the latest advances and developments in human molecular biology and Part IV looks at policies and laws and ethics governing DNA evidence and its utilization in various cases and the courts. Forensic DNA Applications Second Edition covers cutting-edge research and advancements in the field and is the most up-to-date reference available. Edited and contributed to by the world's foremost leaders in the field it is a must-have reference for established professionals and an essential resource to legal professionals—lawyers and judges dealing with civil and criminal cases involving DNA technology—as well as students entering the fields of genetics and forensic DNA analysis. | Forensic DNA Applications An Interdisciplinary Perspective

GBP 56.99
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Statistical and Thermal Physics An Introduction

Statistical and Thermal Physics An Introduction

Thermal and statistical physics has established the principles and procedures needed to understand and explain the properties of systems consisting of macroscopically large numbers of particles. By developing microscopic statistical physics and macroscopic classical thermodynamic descriptions in tandem Statistical and Thermal Physics: An Introduction provides insight into basic concepts and relationships at an advanced undergraduate level. This second edition is updated throughout providing a highly detailed profoundly thorough and comprehensive introduction to the subject and features exercises within the text as well as end-of-chapter problems. Part I of this book consists of nine chapters the first three of which deal with the basics of equilibrium thermodynamics including the fundamental relation. The following three chapters introduce microstates and lead to the Boltzmann definition of the entropy using the microcanonical ensemble approach. In developing the subject the ideal gas and the ideal spin system are introduced as models for discussion. The laws of thermodynamics are compactly stated. The final three chapters in Part I introduce the thermodynamic potentials and the Maxwell relations. Applications of thermodynamics to gases condensed matter and phase transitions and critical phenomena are dealt with in detail. Initial chapters in Part II present the elements of probability theory and establish the thermodynamic equivalence of the three statistical ensembles that are used in determining probabilities. The canonical and the grand canonical distributions are obtained and discussed. Chapters 12-15 are concerned with quantum distributions. By making use of the grand canonical distribution the Fermi–Dirac and Bose–Einstein quantum distribution functions are derived and then used to explain the properties of ideal Fermi and Bose gases. The Planck distribution is introduced and applied to photons in radiation and to phonons on solids. The last five chapters cover a variety of topics: the ideal gas revisited nonideal systems the density matrix reactions and irreversible thermodynamics. A flowchart is provided to assist instructors on planning a course. Key Features: Fully updated throughout with new content on exciting topics including black hole thermodynamics Heisenberg antiferromagnetic chains entropy and information theory renewable and nonrenewable energy sources and the mean field theory of antiferromagnetic systems Additional problem exercises with solutions provide further learning opportunities Suitable for advanced undergraduate students in physics or applied physics. Michael J. R. Hoch spent many years as a visiting scientist at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory at Florida State University USA. Prior to this he was a professor of physics and the director of the Condensed Matter Physics Research Unit at the University of the Witwatersrand Johannesburg where he is currently professor emeritus in the School of Physics. | Statistical and Thermal Physics An Introduction

GBP 82.99
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Aproximaciones al estudio del español como lengua de herencia

Aproximaciones al estudio del español como lengua de herencia

Aproximaciones al estudio del español como lengua de herencia reúne diversas perspectivas sobre el estudio del español como lengua de herencia en el contexto de los Estados Unidos. El volumen presenta una amplia gama de enfoques lingüísticos modelos pedagógicos e innovaciones programáticas. Dirigido a investigadores noveles y experimentados al igual que a estudiantes y profesionales de la enseñanza es un volumen ideal para aquellas personas que desean actualizar sus conocimientos del campo y obtener una perspectiva panorámica sobre la investigación y la enseñanza del español como lengua de herencia. Características principales: temas que incluyen entre otros la fonología/la fonética la morfosintaxis la pragmática la enseñanza mediante el enfoque por tareas la literacidad múltiple el translenguar los programas de community college el español para fines específicos y la investigación-acción; contenidos teóricos empíricos y pragmáticos relevantes para la enseñanza del español como lengua de herencia; descripciones y ejemplos que facilitan la adquisición de conocimientos sobre la materia; diferentes secciones que permiten la flexibilidad en cuanto al orden de lectura del volumen; preguntas de reflexión al final de cada capítulo para facilitar la comprensión de los temas presentados. Escrito de manera clara y accesible Aproximaciones al estudio del español como lengua de herencia es un recurso indispensable para cursos de grado y posgrado en español sobre el español como lengua de herencia. Aproximaciones al estudio del español como lengua de herencia brings together a number of diverse scholarly voices and perspectives on the study of Spanish as a heritage language with a focus on the United States context. The volume presents a comprehensive view of this growing and dynamic field with the latest on linguistic approaches pedagogical models and programmatic innovations. Directed to beginning and seasoned researchers as well as to students and practitioners who wish to update their knowledge of the field and gain a fresh perspective on different approaches to researching and teaching Spanish heritage bilinguals. Written in Spanish for a wider audience in the Spanish-speaking world and for the teaching of undergraduate and graduate courses in Spanish. Key features: A broad range of topics including phonology/phonetics morphosyntax pragmatics task-based language teaching multiliteracy translanguaging community college programs Spanish for specific purposes and action research among others; Clear overviews of theoretical empirical and pragmatic issues relevant to the teaching of Spanish as a heritage language; Every chapter builds on specific core questions central to current understandings of research and practice; Concise descriptions and examples throughout provide readers with the tools they need to understand the subject matter; Organized into three sections that allows for flexibility regarding reading order; A section of reflection questions at the end of each chapter to help readers gain a deeper understanding of the issues at stake. Written in clear and accessible Spanish Aproximaciones al estudio del español como lengua de herencia is a critical resource for those interested in understanding Spanish heritage speakers’ multifaceted linguistic experience in tandem with providing a meaningful educational experience that supports their personal professional and learning goals.

GBP 52.99
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