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Prediction and Evaluation of Hardened Concrete Strength
No full textThis open access book monitors the development of the temperature field within concrete structures and, based on the Arrhenius equation, constructs F-P maturity equations applicable to different temperature ranges. It investigates the impact of hydration rate on the strength prediction method of the maturity equation. Furthermore, the book employs artificial neural network theory to improve the accuracy of early concrete strength predictions, optimizing the neural network model to develop a more precise and widely applicable prediction model. An intelligent program is developed using MATLAB, facilitating rapid strength prediction and assessment on construction sites using measured parameters
Antología de cuentos
No full textThe Talium Group Anthology of Stories was born amidst laughter, jokes, and the camaraderie that will never be lacking in the workshop sessions, as well as the invaluable coffee that perfumes the discussions about the texts. It arises from the patience, perseverance, and often stubbornness of the workshop participants—the result of writing, erasing, rewriting, erasing twice more, rewriting, and finally polishing the edges of the work to present it at presentations, publications, contests, or public readings organized by the workshop itself.PublishedLa Antología de Cuentos del Grupo TALIUM nace entre risas, chistes, el ambiente de camaradería que nunca faltará en las sesiones de taller y el invaluable café que aroma los comentarios respecto a los textos. Nace del ejercicio de la paciencia, perseverancia y muchas veces terquedad de los talleristas, producto de escribir, borrar, reescribir, borrar dos veces más, volver a escribir y finalmente pulir las esquinas del trabajo, para poder llevarlo a presentaciones, publicaciones, concursos o a las lecturas públicas que organiza el mismo taller
Praziquantel
No full textThis open-access book provides a comprehensive reference on the discovery and development of praziquantel. It presents the full research and development (R&D) journey of this essential anthelmintic drug, combining foundational science with practical insights. The book covers a wide range of topics, including a brief history of pharmaceutical industry, unmet medical needs, parasitic flatworm biology, and strategies for schistosomiasis control and elimination. Both human and animal health applications are addressed. Additional chapters explore chemical and manufacturing aspects, drug targets, biomarkers, toxicology, clinical efficacy, regulatory pathways, and Intellectual Property considerations. Rich illustrations, expert commentary, and clear summaries enhance the educational value of the text. Designed for students, academics, and industry professionals alike, this volume serves as a valuable addition to any scientific library. It also supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by contributing to the global fight against schistosomiasis and other Neglected Tropical Diseases
Neues Denken und neue Technologie
No full textUm den ökologischen Herausforderungen der Gegenwart und Zukunft zu begegnen, braucht es zweierlei: Einerseits ist ein grundlegend neues Denken in Bezug auf Lebensstil, Konsumverhalten, Politik und Gesellschaft erforderlich. Andererseits bedarf es eines technischen Fortschritts und innovativer Ideen, um mit begrenzten Ressourcen sparsam umzugehen und umweltschädliche Produktionsmethoden in ökologische umzuwandeln. Der Band versammelt im interdisziplinären Zusammenspiel Beiträge aus verschiedenen Geistes- und Naturwissenschaften zur sozial-ökologischen Transformation. Er spricht damit Leser*innen an, die sich den technischen, wirtschaftlichen, kulturellen und gesellschaftlichen Herausforderungen der Nachhaltigkeit stellen wollen
Erfolgreiche Qualitätsentwicklung für die Ganztagsschule
No full textGanztag weiterentwickeln – aber wie? Dieses Workbook unterstützt Leitungen von Ganztagseinrichtungen praxisnah bei der Weiterentwicklung ihres Ganztagsangebots. Es bietet Methoden zur Steuerung, Konzepterstellung und Qualitätsentwicklung – mit einem Fokus auf Kind- und Jugendorientierung. Workshops, Praxisimpulse und Arbeitshilfen erleichtern die Umsetzung vor Ort. So gestalten Sie einen bedarfsgerechten, nachhaltigen und erfolgreichen Ganztag!; Developing all-day programmes – but how? This workbook provides practical support for all-day school leaders in developing their programmes. It offers methods for governance, concept development, and quality enhancement – with a strong focus on child- and youth-orientation. Workshops, practical insights, and hands-on tools facilitate implementation on-site. This enables you to design a needs-based, sustainable, and successful all-day programme
Classical and Bayesian Statistical Approaches in Infectious Disease Data Analysis
No full textThis open access book is a comprehensive guide that delves into the statistical methodologies used in public health and infectious disease surveillance. It contrasts the foundational principles and methodologies of both Bayesian and Frequentist statistical approaches, providing a detailed exploration of how these methods are applied to the analysis and interpretation of infectious disease data. The book offers practical guidance on the application of these methods in real-life studies, both for surveillance and research purposes. It highlights the strengths and limitations of each approach and showcases how they can be effectively utilized in various scenarios. A set of R instructions and data examples to reproduce the analyses are provided. Among the topics covered are: Generalized Linear Models in Infectious Disease Analysis and Surveillance: Methods for Independent Data Machine Learning Models for Probabilistic Inference and Prediction Generalized Linear Models in Infectious Disease Analysis and Surveillance: Methods for Correlated Data Residuals and Overdispersion in Generalized Linear Models Interrupted Time Series Model in Infectious Disease Research and Surveillance Generalized Linear Models with Missing Data This topic is of particular importance to the field at this time due to the increasing need for accurate analysis and interpretation of infectious disease data, which is crucial for effective decision-making and policy formulation. Classical and Bayesian Statistical Approaches in Infectious Disease Data Analysis is primarily intended for public health professionals in local, national or international agencies; researchers and academics; students; and veterinary and one-health specialists. These readers would find this book valuable for its in-depth analysis, practical guidance, and the critical insights it provides into the application of statistical methods in the ever-evolving field of infectious disease surveillance
Kinderschutz im Kontext Schule
No full textWoran orientieren pädagogische Fachkräfte ihr Handeln im Verdacht einer Kindeswohlgefährdung? Was verstehen sie darunter? Der Schutz von Kindern und Jugendlichen wird im Kontext Schule maßgeblich durch die fachliche Einschätzung der dort tätigen Lehrkräfte und (sozial-)pädagogischen Fachkräfte geprägt. Das Buch zeigt geteilte (Handlungs-)Orientierungen dieser Fachkräfte auf und leitet daraus Implikationen für den Kinderschutz an Schulen ab.; What guidelines do educational professionals follow when they suspect that a child's welfare is at risk, and what does this entail? In a school context, the protection of children and young people significantly depends on the professional judgement of these professionals. This book highlights shared action guidelines, which are used alongside content analysis findings to derive implications for child protection in schools
Advanced and Emerging Marine Engineering Technologies
No full textThis open access book presents cutting-edge research from the 2024 3rd International Joint Conference on Civil and Marine Engineering (JCCME 2024), held in Jeju Island, South Korea. It offers focused insights into advanced technologies in the design, construction, and maintenance of marine structures, the development of energy-efficient and environmentally friendly transportation systems, and the enhancement of safety measures and disaster prevention strategies, including topics such as maritime sensor technologies, coastal mechanics, mechatronics under subsea environments, and strategic maritime planning. This volume aims to address the growing need for innovative solutions in civil and marine engineering, meeting the challenges of sustainability, safety, and efficiency amidst environmental and technological changes. By presenting novel techniques, advanced computational methods, and innovative applications, it sets out to solve complex problems in the field and shape a greener future. Targeted towards researchers, academics, industry professionals, and policymakers in the fields of civil and marine engineering, this book serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to stay abreast of the latest trends, technologies, and solutions in this ever-evolving field
Building Digital Twins
No full textThis open access book gathers peer-reviewed contributions presented at the Building Digital Twin International Congress (BDTIC), held in Kaunas, Lithuania on May 14-15, 2025, as part of the SmartWins project. Focusing on digital twins to ensure the transition to a smart, sustainable, resilient and carbon neutral built environment, the contributions highlight the latest findings in this fast-growing field, addressing topics such integral components of smart buildings digitised assessment, indoor environmental quality assessment with smart sensors, IoT and digital twins for assessing the performance of smart buildings, and energy assessment of smart buildings in BIM environment
Role of Ecosystem Services in Enabling Rural-Urban Synergies
No full textThis open access book elaborates on the role Ecosystem Services play in relation to establishing, and enhancing, rural-urban synergies. It draws on the concept of Ecosystem Services (ESS) as the ecological characteristics, functions, or processes that directly or indirectly contribute to human wellbeing, that is, the benefits that people derive from functioning ecosystems. The empirical and theoretical research that supports the various contributions in this book was developed in the context of the project H2020 ROBUST - Rural-Urban Outlooks: Unlocking Synergies (GA: 727988). The project was structured in five Communities of Practice (CoP), as groups of researchers sharing a common thematic interest. One of these CoP was dedicated to ESS and aimed to investigate its role in unlocking synergies across rural and urban territories. Strategic approaches to integrate ESS in spatial planning were developed associating ESS use and delivery to planning instruments and governance models at multiple scales. The approach assumes the engagement of multiple actors both as users of ESS but also in their position as planners, regulators, land owners or other type of decision-making role, to explore the role of ESS in enhancing rural-urban synergies. The purpose has been to ensure the balance between supply and demand of ESS, seeking instruments, and the governance models for public policy, market and science and technology, that will encourage alternative practices and policy integrated goals, thus enabling resilience and social well-being. Ultimately the purpose has been to generate transition processes towards the recognition of socio-ecological systems inclusive of new ESS based societal values leading rural-urban synergies. In other words, such inclusive of socio-ecological systems are seen as a condition for human well-being. Theoretical investigation in five core themes and its implementation in six different living laboratories form the more substantive content of this book. In addition, ESS is analysed in the context of its integration with other relevant themes in a cross-sectoral perspective. Overall the purpose of the book is to communicate the multiple and constructive roles played by ESS in rural-urban synergies, using multiple lenses, looking particularly into challenges and merits, and into different imaginative forms of making such as abstract concept more concrete, operational and recognized by stakeholders in the field