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Data Plane Development Kit (DPDK) A Software Optimization Guide to the User Space-Based Network Applications

Data Plane Development Kit (DPDK) A Software Optimization Guide to the User Space-Based Network Applications

This book brings together the insights and practical experience of some of the most experienced Data Plane Development Kit (DPDK) technical experts detailing the trend of DPDK data packet processing hardware acceleration packet processing and virtualization as well as the practical application of DPDK in the fields of SDN NFV and network storage. The book also devotes many chunks to exploring various core software algorithms the advanced optimization methods adopted in DPDK detailed practical experience and the guides on how to use DPDK. | Data Plane Development Kit (DPDK) A Software Optimization Guide to the User Space-Based Network Applications

GBP 52.99
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Mechanics of Liquid Nano- and Microdispersed Magnetic Media

Mechanics of Liquid Nano- and Microdispersed Magnetic Media

This book offers unique coverage of the mechanical properties of nano- and micro-dispersed magnetic fluids. Magnetic fluids are artificially created materials that do not exist in the nature. Researchers developing materials and devices are keenly interested in their mutually exclusive properties including fluidity compressibility and the ability to magnetize up to saturation in relatively small magnetic fields. Applications of micro- and nanodispersed magnetic fluids include magnetic-seals magnetically operated grease in friction units and supports separators of non-magnetic materials oil skimmers and separators sensors of acceleration and angle and gap fillers in loudspeakers. | Mechanics of Liquid Nano- and Microdispersed Magnetic Media

GBP 44.99
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Binary Neural Networks Algorithms Architectures and Applications

Binary Neural Networks Algorithms Architectures and Applications

Deep learning has achieved impressive results in image classification computer vision and natural language processing. To achieve better performance deeper and wider networks have been designed which increase the demand for computational resources. The number of floatingpoint operations (FLOPs) has increased dramatically with larger networks and this has become an obstacle for convolutional neural networks (CNNs) being developed for mobile and embedded devices. In this context Binary Neural Networks: Algorithms Architectures and Applications will focus on CNN compression and acceleration which are important for the research community. We will describe numerous methods including parameter quantization network pruning low-rank decomposition and knowledge distillation. More recently to reduce the burden of handcrafted architecture design neural architecture search (NAS) has been used to automatically build neural networks by searching over a vast architecture space. Our book will also introduce NAS and binary NAS and its superiority and state-of-the-art performance in various applications such as image classification and object detection. We also describe extensive applications of compressed deep models on image classification speech recognition object detection and tracking. These topics can help researchers better understand the usefulness and the potential of network compression on practical applications. Moreover interested readers should have basic knowledge of machine learning and deep learning to better understand the methods described in this book. Key Features Reviews recent advances in CNN compression and acceleration Elaborates recent advances on binary neural network (BNN) technologies Introduces applications of BNN in image classification speech recognition object detection and more | Binary Neural Networks Algorithms Architectures and Applications

GBP 110.00
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Healthcare Teams Manual Building Continuous Quality Improvement Facilitator's Guide

Healthcare Teams Manual Building Continuous Quality Improvement Facilitator's Guide

This work provides the reader with an understanding of team building in a health care environment and shows managers how to build a team that is committed to delivering quality. Topics covered include key quality concepts team exercises how to be a team member team empowerment and continuous quality improvement. The facilitator's guide provides all the lesson plans overhead projection masters and guides to all the exercises necessary for the team leader or trainer to run a teambuilding workshop. | Healthcare Teams Manual Building Continuous Quality Improvement Facilitator's Guide

GBP 175.00
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Physics of Sailing

Physics of Sailing

Breaking down the complicated concepts of speed acceleration torque fluid mechanics and surface physics Physics of Sailing provides a lively easily accessible introduction to the basic science underlying the sport of sailing. It illustrates the many ways physics can be used to understand the principles of sailboat propulsion and how a scientific understanding of the boat wind and water can lead to more skillful sailing. After a brief but insightful tour of the history of sailing the book explores the physics involved in making faster sailing crafts for both upwind and downwind sailing including Newton‘s impact theory of fluid resistance and lift and drag phenomena. It compares possible sail shapes presents measurements of hull smoothness and describes wind turbulence the nature of water waves and the structure of wakes. Using the physics of optics the author also explains the connection between water‘s appearance and the wind. Along with a glossary of sailing terms he includes many examples throughout to illustrate the concepts in practice. Avoiding unnecessary formalisms this book skillfully applies the principles of fluid mechanics to sailboat technology and the art of sailing. It should help you become a more knowledgeable sailor.

GBP 180.00
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Vacuum Technique

Vacuum Technique

Vacuum technology finds itself in many areas of industry and research. These include materials handling packaging gas sampling filtration degassing of oils and metals thin-film coating electron microscopy particle acceleration and impregnation of electrical components. It is vital to design systems that are appropriate to the application and with so many potential solutions this can become overwhelming. Vacuum Technique provides an overview of vacuum technology its different design methodologies and the underlying theory. The author begins with a summary of the properties of low-pressure gases then moves on to describe mathematical modeling of gas transfer in the vacuum system the operation of pumps and gauges computer-aided synthesis and analysis of systems and the design of different vacuum systems. In particular the author discusses the structure and characteristics of low middle high and superhigh vacuum systems as well as the characteristics of joints materials movement inputs and all aspects of production technology and construction standards. Using specific examples rather than describing the various elements Vacuum Technique supplies engineers technicians researchers and students with needed expertise and a comprehensive guide to designing selecting and using an appropriate vacuum system for a specific purpose.

GBP 56.99
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Semiconductor Memory Devices and Circuits

Semiconductor Memory Devices and Circuits

This book covers semiconductor memory technologies from device bit-cell structures to memory array design with an emphasis on recent industry scaling trends and cutting-edge technologies. The first part of the book discusses the mainstream semiconductor memory technologies. The second part of the book discusses the emerging memory candidates that may have the potential to change the memory hierarchy and surveys new applications of memory technologies for machine/deep learning applications. This book is intended for graduate students in electrical and computer engineering programs and researchers or industry professionals in semiconductors and microelectronics. Explains the design of basic memory bit-cells including 6-transistor SRAM 1-transistor-1-capacitor DRAM and floating gate/charge trap FLASH transistor Examines the design of the peripheral circuits including the sense amplifier and array-level organization for the memory array Examines industry trends of memory technologies such as FinFET based SRAM High-Bandwidth-Memory (HBM) 3D NAND Flash and 3D X-point array Discusses the prospects and challenges of emerging memory technologies such as PCM RRAM STT-MRAM/SOT-MRAM and FeRAM/FeFET Explores the new applications such as in-memory computing for AI hardware acceleration. | Semiconductor Memory Devices and Circuits

GBP 99.99
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Cosmic Ray Physics An Introduction to The Cosmic Laboratory

Cosmic Ray Physics An Introduction to The Cosmic Laboratory

This book introduces you to the physics of cosmic rays charged particles which reach us from known – and maybe unknown – sources in the cosmos. Starting from a brief history of this fascinating field it reviews what we know about the creation of elements in the Big Bang and inside stars. It explains cosmic accelerators reaching fabulous energies. It follows the life cycle of cosmic rays all the way from their sources to detection near on or below Earth. The central three chapters cover what we know about them at the level of the solar system the Milky Way and the Universe at large. Up-to-date experimental results are presented in detail showing how they are obtained and interpreted. The book provides an accessible overview of this lively and diversified research field. It will be of interest to undergraduate physics students beginning their studies on astronomy cosmology and particle physics. It is also accessible to the general public by concentrating mathematical and technical detail into Focus Boxes. Key features: Complete introductory overview of cosmic ray physics Covers the origins acceleration transport mechanisms and detection of these particles Mathematical and technical detail is kept separate from the main text | Cosmic Ray Physics An Introduction to The Cosmic Laboratory

GBP 49.99
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Guidance of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Guidance of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Written by an expert with more than 30 years of experience Guidance of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles contains new analytical results taken from the author’s research which can be used for analysis and design of unmanned aerial vehicles guidance and control systems. This book progresses from a clear elucidation of guidance laws and unmanned aerial vehicle dynamics to the modeling of their guidance and control systems. Special attention is paid to guidance of autonomous UAVs which differs from traditional missile guidance. The author explains UAV applications contrasting them to a missile’s limited ability (or inability) to control axial acceleration. The discussion of guidance laws for UAVs presents a generalization of missile guidance laws developed by the author. The computational algorithms behind these laws are tested in three applications—for the surveillance problem the refueling problem and for the motion control of a swarm of UAVs. The procedure of choosing and testing the guidance laws is also considered in an example of future generation of airborne interceptors launched from UAVs. The author provides an innovative presentation of the theoretical aspects of unmanned aerial vehicles’ guidance that cannot be found in any other book. It presents new ideas that once crystallized can be implemented in the new generation of unmanned aerial systems.

GBP 94.99
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Electronic Design Automation for IC System Design Verification and Testing

Electronic Design Automation for IC System Design Verification and Testing

The first of two volumes in the Electronic Design Automation for Integrated Circuits Handbook Second Edition Electronic Design Automation for IC System Design Verification and Testing thoroughly examines system-level design microarchitectural design logic verification and testing. Chapters contributed by leading experts authoritatively discuss processor modeling and design tools using performance metrics to select microprocessor cores for integrated circuit (IC) designs design and verification languages digital simulation hardware acceleration and emulation and much more. New to This Edition: Major updates appearing in the initial phases of the design flow where the level of abstraction keeps rising to support more functionality with lower non-recurring engineering (NRE) costs Significant revisions reflected in the final phases of the design flow where the complexity due to smaller and smaller geometries is compounded by the slow progress of shorter wavelength lithography New coverage of cutting-edge applications and approaches realized in the decade since publication of the previous edition—these are illustrated by new chapters on high-level synthesis system-on-chip (SoC) block-based design and back-annotating system-level models Offering improved depth and modernity Electronic Design Automation for IC System Design Verification and Testing provides a valuable state-of-the-art reference for electronic design automation (EDA) students researchers and professionals.

GBP 74.99
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Introduction to Sensors for Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

Introduction to Sensors for Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

Sensors are all around us. They are in phones cars planes trains robots mils lathes packaging lines chemical plants power plants etc. Modern technology could not exist without sensors. The sensors measure what we need to know and the control system then performs the desired actions. When an engineer builds any machine he or she needs to have basic understanding about sensors. Correct sensors need to be selected for the design right from the start. The designer needs to think about the ranges required accuracy sensor cost wiring correct installation and placement etc. Without the basic knowledge of sensors fundamental no machine can be built successfully today. The objective of this book is to provide the basic knowledge to electrical and mechanical engineers engineering students and hobbyist from the field of sensors to help them with the selection of “proper” sensors for their designs. No background knowledge in electrical engineering is required all the necessary basics are provided. The book explains how a sensor works in what ranges it can be used with what accuracy etc. It also provides examples of industrial application for selected sensors. The book covers all the major variables in mechanical engineering such as temperature force torque pressure humidity position speed acceleration etc. The approach is always as follows: - Explain how the sensor works what is the principle - Explain in what ranges and with what accuracy it can work - Describe its properties with charts eventually equations - Give examples of such sensors including application examples | Introduction to Sensors for Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

GBP 38.99
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Laser-Matter Interaction for Radiation and Energy

Laser-Matter Interaction for Radiation and Energy

The interaction of high-power lasers with matter can generate Terahertz radiations that efficiently contribute to THz Time-Domain Spectroscopy and also would replace X-rays in medical and security applications. When a short intense laser pulse ionizes a gas it may produce new frequencies even in VUV to XUV domain. The duration of XUV pulses can be confined down to the isolated attosecond pulse levels required to study the electronic re-arrangement and ultrafast processes. Another important aspect of laser-matter interaction is the laser thermonuclear fusion control where accelerated particles also find an efficient use. This book provides comprehensive coverage of the most essential topics including Electromagnetic waves and lasers THz radiation using semiconducting materials / nanostructures / gases / plasmas Surface plasmon resonance THz radiation detection Particle acceleration technologies X-ray lasers High harmonics and attosecond lasers Laser based techniques of thermonuclear fusion Controlled fusion devices including NIF and ITER The book comprises of 11 chapters and every chapter starts with a lucid introduction to the main topic. Then sub-topics are sedulously discussed keeping in mind their basics methodology state-of-the-art and future perspective that will prove to be salutary for readers. High quality solved examples are appended to the chapters for their deep understanding and relevant applications. In view of the nature of the topics and their level of discussion this book is expected to have pre-eminent potential for researchers along with postgraduate and undergraduate students all over the world. | Laser-Matter Interaction for Radiation and Energy

GBP 150.00
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Scentwork for Horses

Scentwork for Horses

Scentwork for Horses is the first practical guide on how to implement scentwork into the lives of domesticated horses enhancing behaviour welfare and the human-animal bond. Scentwork is a new discipline in the field for horse and handler and expert author Rachaël Draaisma arms the reader with a palette of information to enable them to put this technique into action. As well as theoretical background information on the nose of the horse and biomechanics Draaisma discusses how scentwork improves horses’ learning abilities development socialisation and their bond with the handler. Readers will learn how to have their horses explore their environment participate in scentwork games and follow a footstep track to find a missing person or food bag. Easily accessible for anybody working with horses at any level scentwork can be done in small areas as well as in larger spaces on various surfaces. Whether veterinarian behaviourist trainer animal-assisted therapist equine physiotherapist osteopath or interested horse owner this book promises to bring both you and the horse enormous benefits strengthening the human-animal bond. Rachaël Draaisma has always lived with and had a passion for dogs and horses. In 2002 she decided to make it her profession. Achieving several diplomas she started to work full time as a trainer and behavioural consultant first with dogs later with horses. Her best-selling book Language Signs and Calming Signals of Horses published by CRC Press in 2017 has been translated into several languages. Another pillar of Draaisma’s working life with horses revolves around equine mental stimulation and scentwork and she has developed an extensive method to undertake scent tracking with horses a new tool in enriching the human-equine relationship. Draaisma travels throughout Europe and the globe to provide workshops and lectures on calming signals of horses equine mental stimulation and scentwork. You can purchase scent bags to aid your scentwork practice at the author's personal website: www. scentworkforhorses. com or www. calmingsignalsofhorses. com

GBP 31.99
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Best Team Skills Fifty Key Skills for Unlimited Team Achievement

Best Team Skills Fifty Key Skills for Unlimited Team Achievement

Best Team Skills gives you the tools you need to achieve the highest performance through the most productive encouragement and motivational methods available. Dr. Losoncy identifies the 50 skills that will most encourage your team members. Using 100 encouragement opportunity exercises he works as your personal trainer to reinforce your progress. Just as there are vital technical skills that team members need in their own areas of expertise there are also consequential team skills that are necessary to build responsible involved and committed team players. If you want to become a more encouraging team member or help your entire team to become mutual encouragers Best Team Skills is for you. Written not only for your work team you can also can also apply Losoncy's techniques to your home or sports team. Presented in an easy-to-read format each skill is put to use quickly for immediate feedback and success. | Best Team Skills Fifty Key Skills for Unlimited Team Achievement

GBP 175.00
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Chemical Peels in Clinical Practice A Practical Guide to Superficial Medium and Deep Peels

Chemical Peels in Clinical Practice A Practical Guide to Superficial Medium and Deep Peels

Xavier Goodarzian MD(Hons) MRCGP PGDiplClinDerm PGCertCosMed MBCAM is the medical director of the Dr Xavier Clinic in Southampton and London UK where he has performed chemical peels since 2006. A medical graduate of the University of Louvain (Leuven) in Belgium he obtained member status of the Royal College of General Practitioners and has postgraduate degrees in Clinical Dermatology (Queen Mary University of London) and Cosmetic Medicine (University of Leicester) in the UK. A full member of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine he is an officially recognised trainer and Key Opinion Leader for SkinTech in the UK holds training and mentoring sessions internationally and has spoken at many live events in conferences in various countries. He is passionate about skincare skin health and chemical peels. This book has been written with the aim of making a practitioner’s peeling experience easier and more practical. It contains sample patient forms over 250 illustrations and a wealth of tips for patient guidance and safe clinical practice. | Chemical Peels in Clinical Practice A Practical Guide to Superficial Medium and Deep Peels

GBP 79.99
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Radiopharmaceuticals Introduction to Drug Evaluation and Dose Estimation

Radiopharmaceuticals Introduction to Drug Evaluation and Dose Estimation

Nanoengineering energized by the desire to find specific targeting agents is leading to dramatic acceleration in novel drug design. However in this flurry of activity some issues may be overlooked. This is especially true in the area of determining dosage and evaluating the effects of multiple agents designed to target more than one site of metastasis. Offering the unique perspective of a medical physicist who has worked directly with cancer patients for over three decades Radiopharmaceuticals: Introduction to Drug Evaluation and Dose Estimation starts by exploring the recent history and current state of the field. Then citing key research and practical examples the author looks at how to run studies and employ estimation and evaluation methods that lead to the best multiple agents with the least amount of trial and error. He discusses methods that will allow researchers to more rigorously:Differentiate one radiopharmaceutical (RP) from anotherEstimate radiation doses Correlate results across various species to realize more informed data from clinical trialsIncorporating developments in nanotechnology and radiology with the ultimate goal of achieving personalized patient-specific treatment this book crosses disciplines to addresses a range of topics including:Preclinical RP developmentOrganization of clinical trials Determination of activity in vivo Modeling and temporal integration with a look at the mass law for tumor uptake as a function of tumor size (discovered by the author) Absorbed dose estimates with and without clinical correlations Multiple-modality therapyDr. Lawrence Williams has devoted most of his life’s research to tumor detection and treatment and his discoveries continue to influence evolving therapies. As s a medical physicist he is eminently qualified to bring unique insight into the discussion of radiopharmaceutical dosage rates and efficacy. | Radiopharmaceuticals Introduction to Drug Evaluation and Dose Estimation

GBP 44.99
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The Ergonomics Kit for General Industry

The Ergonomics Kit for General Industry

Written by Dan MacLeod one of the most experienced practitioners in the field The Ergonomics Kit for General Industry Second Edition contains everything you need to set up or improve your workplace ergonomics process. MacLeod describes the financial benefits of workplace ergonomics and ways to think about these tools that make good business sense. He uses case studies that illustrate positive bottom-line results and the actions that led to these results. Down to earth and practical the information in this book is rooted in what has actually succeeded on the workplace floor. See what's new in the Second Edition:Additional material on the actual process of solving problemsSuccess stories illustrate how the process works under various circumstances and organizational cultures to improve workplace conditions and maximize employee well being and productivityEmphasizes simple low tech and low cost approachesGuidance on how to create change and implement new processesElectronic copies of forms and worksheets PowerPoint presentation and guide for conducting basic training sessions available on the InternetThe book provides practical guidance on the process of identifying good low cost improvements. It describes best practices from major corporations on setting up committees establishing priorities and developing written plans and also covers controversial issues such as job rotation and back belts. The kit includes a multitude of forms: worksheets checklists planning guides employee feedback forms and a program audit as well as training handouts train-the-trainer background and basic PowerPoint presentations. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience the author delineates how to set up an effective and successful ergonomics program.

GBP 56.99
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The Working Garde Manger

The Working Garde Manger

A creative artist essential to country clubs resort hotels convention centers and cruise ships the Garde Manger (GM) is responsible for presenting sumptuous dishes to guests who expect tasty foods displayed in a visually appealing manner. In addition to artistic and culinary ability the GM must be a well-organized professional a departmental leader and an inspirational trainer of kitchen staff. The job requires the ability to multitask and respond quickly to emergencies. The Working Garde Manger is designed to help students in culinary arts programs cultivate techniques learned in the GM course enabling them to continue refining their skills as they progress through their careers. Filled with classroom-tested instructions and recipes this volume walks students through the rigors of preparing all types of dishes within the GM bailiwick. After an introduction to each item clear concise recipes follow. Among the food items covered the book presents focused chapters on hors d oeuvres soups salsas salads charcuterie p mousse and seasonings. It instructs students on all forms of food preparation including poaching saut g grilling baking braising and roasting. Chef‘s Notes are sprinkled throughout the text offering additional tips from the author‘s lengthy experience in the restaurant industry. The rewarding career of Garde Manger is challenging and it takes years to master the abilities necessary to acquire expertise. This volume will not only help students refine their skills in class but will also follow them to the kitchen as a professional reference. More information is available on the author's website at http://chefalmeyer. com/. Visit YouTube to see Chef Meyer's techniques and recipes: Turkey Breast Butchery

GBP 175.00
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Symptom Sorter

Symptom Sorter

‘…approaches the consultation intuitively … The book oozes with patience for the patient and for the reader. What better prescription for the clinic could the practitioner need?’ Glycosmedia (of the Fifth Edition) ‘… this is a book worth having available at the point of care for health professionals including doctors nurses undergraduates and postgraduates to help them make sense of common symptoms. With the help of the authors’ opinions in combination with our own experience we should then be able to make better clinical decisions. ’ Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal (of the Fourth Edition) Across its six editions Symptom Sorter has excelled in redressing the balance between symptoms and diagnoses to become the essential handbook to accompany the consultation in primary care. Presenting a multitude of symptoms commonly encountered in primary care these are meticulously explored using the red flags top tips and ready reckoner format for sorting symptoms that have made previous editions so popular and respected. This revised and updated sixth edition includes several new chapters and features expanded coverage of paediatric symptoms. Key features: · Fully updated with ‘investigations’ sections amended in line with latest guidelines and significant revisions throughout · Brand new chapters on acute abdominal pain in childhood hand and wrist swellings diarrhoea in children loin pain rectal bleeding in children vomiting in babies skinfold rash and dysuria · Consistent and logical presentation enables speedy access · Replicates accurately the experience in the consultation or clinic An invaluable reference for all general practitioners especially GP trainers and registrars this new edition of Symptom Sorter is also highly recommended for advanced nurse practitioners A&E nurses and pharmacists requiring a concise easy-to-use guide. The authors: Keith Hopcroft is a GP in Basildon Essex UK an associate trainer an editorial adviser to Pulse and a medical writer and columnist. Vincent Forte is a former GP based in Norfolk UK

GBP 31.99
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How to Build a Puppy Into a Healthy Adult Dog

How to Build a Puppy Into a Healthy Adult Dog

Dogs do not demonstrate discomfort or pain in a way that can be easily translated by us humans so we often miss that they are physically struggling. Understanding that making some very simple changes to our homes activities exercise regimes and how we train our puppies will have a massive positive impact on our dogs' lives. Using her world-renowned Galen Myotherapy knowledge and approach Robertson suggests and explains in detail how small profoundly important but easy to implement changes can improve the way we not only look after and develop our puppies but also how maintenance of this easy programme continues your puppy’s journey through into healthy adolescence and maturity. Environment exercise and activity habits have deep ongoing effects and How to Build a Puppy . into a healthy adult dog explores ways in which positive change can be integrated easily into our normal lives. The book culminates into a full programme called the Galen Myotherapy Puppy Physical Development Programme©. Including: A dedicated section on anatomy explaining in a functional way how everything in the body interrelates to form a functional moving structure Practical advice that is made logical and easy to interpret by the use of clear comparative descriptions as well as clear diagrams and pictures showing the movement and biomechanics of dogs Exercises and activities in a practical programme for all situations that can be followed to help build good foundations A full pictorial explanation of why so many 'traditional' exercise routines and activities are in fact incredibly damaging for our dogs This book will help canine professionals better advise their clients but also empower all readers to make their own changes as well as having a better all-round understanding to enable more pertinent questions from their vet breeder or puppy trainer. | How to Build a Puppy Into a Healthy Adult Dog

GBP 21.99
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Informants Cooperating Witnesses and Undercover Investigations A Practical Guide to Law Policy and Procedure Second Edition

Informants Cooperating Witnesses and Undercover Investigations A Practical Guide to Law Policy and Procedure Second Edition

The use of informants has been described as the black hole of law enforcement. Failures in the training of police officers and federal agents in the recruitment and operation of informants has undermined costly long-term investigations destroyed the careers of prosecutors and law enforcement officers and caused death and serious injuries to innocent citizens and police. In many cases the events leading to disaster could have been avoided had the law enforcement agency followed the time-tested procedures examined in this book. Informants Cooperating Witnesses and Undercover Investigations: A Practical Guide to Law Policy and Procedure Second Edition covers every aspect of the informant and cooperating witness dynamic—a technique often shrouded in secrecy and widely misunderstood. Quoted routinely in countless newspaper and magazine articles the first edition of this book was the go-to guide for practical effective guidance on this controversial yet powerful investigative tool. Extensively updated topics in this second edition include:Sweeping changes in the FBI and ICE informant and undercover programsNew informant recruiting techniquesReverse sting operationsEntrapment issues Examination of recent high-profile cases where the misuse of informants resulted in lawsuits and legislationThe changing nature of compensation and cooperation agreementsForfeiture informants and rewardsThe management of controlled undercover purchases of evidence Challenges posed by fabricated information phantom informants and police corruptionWitness security measuresNew whistleblower reward programsAuthoritative scholarly and based on boots-on-the-ground experience this book is written by an author who has been a police supervisor an informant recruiter and handler an undercover agent and an attorney. Supported by statutes case law and previously unpublished excerpts from law enforcement agency manuals it is essential reading for every police officer police manager prosecutor police academy trainer criminal justice professor and defense attorney. This book is part of the Practical Aspects of Criminal and Forensic Investigations series. | Informants Cooperating Witnesses and Undercover Investigations A Practical Guide to Law Policy and Procedure Second Edition

GBP 74.99
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Principles of Risk Analysis Decision Making Under Uncertainty

Principles of Risk Analysis Decision Making Under Uncertainty

In every decision problem there are things we know and things we do not know. Risk analysis science uses the best available evidence to assess what we know while it is carefully intentional in the way it addresses the importance of the things we do not know in the evaluation of decision choices and decision outcomes. The field of risk analysis science continues to expand and grow and the second edition of Principles of Risk Analysis: Decision Making Under Uncertainty responds to this evolution with several significant changes. The language has been updated and expanded throughout the text and the book features several new areas of expansion including five new chapters. The book’s simple and straightforward style—based on the author’s decades of experience as a risk analyst trainer and educator—strips away the mysterious aura that often accompanies risk analysis. Features: Details the tasks of risk management risk assessment and risk communication in a straightforward conceptual manner Provides sufficient detail to empower professionals in any discipline to become risk practitioners Expands the risk management emphasis with a new chapter to serve private industry and a growing public sector interest in the growing practice of enterprise risk management Describes dozens of quantitative and qualitative risk assessment tools in a new chapter Practical guidance and ideas for using risk science to improve decisions and their outcomes is found in a new chapter on decision making under uncertainty Practical methods for helping risk professionals to tell their risk story are the focus of a new chapter Features an expanded set of examples of the risk process that demonstrate the growing applications of risk analysis As before this book continues to appeal to professionals who want to learn and apply risk science in their own professions as well as students preparing for professional careers. This book remains a discipline free guide to the principles of risk analysis that is accessible to all interested practitioners. Files used in the creation of this book and additional exercises as well as a free student version of Palisade Corporation’s Decision Tools Suite software are available with the purchase of this book. A less detailed introduction to the risk analysis science tasks of risk management risk assessment and risk communication is found in Primer of Risk Analysis: Decision Making Under Uncertainty Second Edition ISBN: 978-1-138-31228-9. | Principles of Risk Analysis Decision Making Under Uncertainty

GBP 200.00
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