This edited book is devoted to an issue of increasing importance in management theory and practice: organizational identity The concept of organizational identity has received attention in many disciplines such as strategic management, marketing, communication and public relations, and organization theory As globalization of business озсвх and organizations of all kinds becomes the norm rather than the exception, issues of collective identities take on a strategic importance There has been, however, very little integration among the various disciplines and practices resulting in conflicting definitions, and little cumulative research The aim of this title is to further understanding about collective identities phenomena by bringing together contributions from various management disciplines The editors have developed an integrative framework - the five-facet framework - that allows articulation of contributions from disciplines as diverse as strategic management, organization theory, marketing and communication Sixteen scholars from Europe and the US have contributed nine chapters that explore various aspects of collective identities using the five-facet framework The result is the first book to bring together contributions from various fields and integrate them into a single conceptual framework The book will be useful both for academics and for practitioners It includes a balance of theoretical and empirical chapters, and presents original empirical data drawn from field research in a variety ofsettings.  Pass   57.1   Bett   BettISBN 0415282055.

Book DescriptionIn The Manager as Change Leader, Ann Gilley examines the complexities of change from the manager's perspective, providing readers with the tools to help themselves, their employees, and their colleagues successfully engage in the change efforts that will propel their organizations into the future In a challenge to traditional озсвя approaches--which presume that organizational change will occur once an initiative has been launched--Gilley focuses on the challenges that managers face when others resist change, before, during, and even after the process has been implemented She explains that resistance to change is natural and inevitable, and offers practical approaches to overcoming organizational inertia, focusing on the specific skills in leadership, management, problem solving, communication, and personal relationships that contribute to successful change Featuring a wide array of diagnostic and development tools, worksheets, and references, The Manager as Change Leader will become an indispensable resource for any manager faced with leading or navigating a change program, whether large scale or small.  отде   Шуре   Your   Skag2005 г ISBN 0275985970.

Self-stabilization, an important concept to theoreticians and practitioners in distributed computing and communication networks, refers to a system's ability to recover automatically from unexpected faults In this book Shlomi Dolev presents the fundamentals of self-stabilization and demonstrates the process of designing self-stabilizing озсгз distributed systems He details the algorithms that can be started in an arbitrary state, allowing the system to recover from the faults that brought it to that state The book proceeds from the basic concept of self-stabilizing algorithms to advanced applications.  Вятк   Unit   Семе   словISBN 0262041782.

Book Description "In a flood of academic publications and talks, David Healy has issued harsh criticisms of both the pharmaceutical industry in general and the nearly $20-billion-dollar-a-year antidepressant industry in particular " Boston Globe "[Healy is] the leading authority on the history of psychopharmacology озсгл " Times Literary Supplement "This very important book will demonstrate beyond your worst dreams that the commercial needs of Big Pharma arethe natural-born enemy of independent scientific research " John Le Carré "The author is an excellent historian who offers a gripping interpretation of the role of the pharmaco-industrial complex in the introduction of SSRIs His recommendation for a funded agency that would carefully evaluate the benefits and harms of marketed drugs is a superb idea and much needed " Jonathan Cole, Harvard Medical School Prozac Paxil Zoloft Turn on your television and you are likely to see a commercial for one of the many selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) on the market We hear a lot about them, but do we really understand how these drugs work and what risks are involved for anyone who uses them? Let Them Eat Prozac explores the history of SSRIsfrom their early development to their latest marketing campaignsand the controversies that surround them Initially, they seemed like wonder drugs for those with mild to moderate depressionpatients take just one daily dose, and unlike the tranquilizers that were popular in the 1960s, they supposedly did not lead to addiction When Prozac was released in the late 1980s, David Healy was among the psychiatrists who prescribed it But he soon observed that some of these patients became agitated and even attempted suicide Studies were soon published, citing numerous cases in which patients became anxious and reported increased suicidal thoughts while taking Prozac Could the new wonder drugactually be making patients worse? Healy draws on his own research and expertise to demonstrate the potential hazards associated with these drugs He intersperses case histories with insider accounts of the research leading to the development andapproval of SSRIs as a treatment for depression Let Them Eat Prozac clearly demonstrates that the problems go much deeper than a disturbing side-effect of a particular drug Current FDA regulations encourage drug companies to patent a specific compound and market it effectively to a large population on the basis of minimal effectiveness in a handful of trials The pharmaceutical industry would like us to believe that SSRIs can safely treat depression, anxiety, and a host of other mental problems But as Let Them Eat Prozac reveals, this "cure" may be worse than the disease.  Mari   Stop   Yves   Mexo2004 г 351 стр ISBN 0814736696.

This is the first comprehensive introduction to Support Vector Machines (SVMs), a new generation learning system based on recent advances in statistical learning theory Students will find the book both stimulating and accessible, while practitioners will be guided smoothly through the material required for a good grasp of the theory and its озсгт applications The concepts are introduced gradually in accessible and self-contained stages, while the presentation is rigorous and thorough Pointers to relevant literature and web sites containing software make it an ideal starting point for further study.  Mois   Terr   Robe   DreaISBN 0521780195.

Book Description Among the Maya of Xculoc, an isolated farming village in the lowland forests of the Yucatán peninsula, children contribute to household production in considerable ways Thus this village, the subject of anthropologist Karen Kramer's study, affords a remarkable opportunity for understanding the economics of childhood in озсгф a pre-modern agricultural setting Drawing on a range of theoretical perspectives and extensive data gathered over many years, Kramerinterprets the form, value, and consequences of children's labor in this maize-based culture She looks directly at family size and birth spacing as they figure in the economics of families; and she considers the timing of children's economiccontributions and their role in underwriting the cost of large families Kramer's findings--in particular, that the children of Xculoc begin to produce more than they consume long before they marry and leave home--have a number of interestingimplications for the study of family reproductive decisions and parent-offspring conflict, and for debates within anthropology over children's contributions in hunter/gatherer versus agricultural societies With its theoretical breadth, and its detail on crop yields, reproductive histories, diet, work scheduling, and agricultural production, this book sets a new standard for measuring and interpreting child productivity in a subsistence farming community.  Barb   Maxt   stop   Cano2005 г ISBN 0674016904.

Book DescriptionMany common psychological problems, such as depression, bipolar disorder, obsessivecompulsive disorder, and ADHD, can be linked to chemical imbalances in the brain Dr Paul Meier, whose clinic treats thousands of people per week, has written Blue Genes to help find answers for those who struggle Through fascinating case studies, озсгъ Dr Meier shows the dramatic difference counseling and medicine can make This empowering book addresses how genetics, environment, diet, fitness, and spirituality all affect our minds and our quality of life.  Nadi   Rand   Жадь   12802005 г 210 стр ISBN 1589971965.

Book Description This comprehensive and accessible book documents the physical and emotional effects of substance abuse in girls and women, explores the role of the advertising and entertainment industries in popularizing various substances of abuse, and discusses the way America responds to this enormous health problem Covering a broad озсде range of substances -- nicotine, alcohol, prescription and illicit drugs -- the book addresses the unique reasons that girls and women smoke and abuse alcohol and drugs It provides the most current information about the use of prescription and club drugs, key warning signs of addiction, and options for prevention and treatment The book includes historical anecdotes and testimonies from recovering women Incorporating more than a decade of extensive research, Women under the Influence will help women, health care professionals, educators, and policy makers understand the scope of substance abuse in girls and women, the urgency of responding to the problem, the key points of intervention, and potential roads to recovery.  Iron   Lowl   Morn   Robe2005 г 312 стр ISBN 0801882281.

Book DescriptionIts hard for pastors to tell businesspeople how to express their faith at work Those who are called to the same vocations are better suited to this task In Executive Influence, fifteen high-profile executives candidly share how they are finding ways to be salt and light in todays world Their stories are inspiring and their insights озсдс are summarized in 45 Guidelines for Sharing Your Faith at Work Thirty other marketplace Christians offer anecdotes that will give readers all sorts of new ideas for opening up conversations about Christ.  Enco   Мвкд   Соде   Amar2003 г ISBN 1576833739.

This book is about problem-solving In particular it is about heuristic state-space search for combinatorial optimization - one of the fundamental problems of computer science Its two central themes are the average-case complexity of state-space search algorithms and the applications of the results notably to branch-and-bound techniques озсдх These include best-first search, depth-first branch-and-bound, iterative deepening, recursive best-first search, and constant-space best-first search Primarily written for researchers in computer science, the author presupposes a basic familiarity with complexity theory In addition, it is assumed that the reader is familiar with the basic concepts of random variables and recursive functions Two succesful applications are presented in depth: one is a set of state-space transformation methods which can be used to find approximate solutions qwuickly, and the second is a method called forward estimation for constructing more informative evaluation functions.  Geni   Wind   Alex   БаркISBN 0387988327.

The design and analysis of algorithms is one of the two essential cornerstone topics in computer science (the other being automata theory/theory of computation) Every computer scientist has a copy of Knuth's works on algorithms on his or her shelf Dexter Kozen, a researcher and professor at Cornell University, has written a text for graduate study озсдщ of algorithms This will be an important reference book as well as being a useful graduate-level textbook.  Bald   Digi   Chec   разгISBN 0387976876.

Book DescriptionThis second edition of Obesity, Diabetes & How To Eat To Live: Transcending the Dietary Dark Ages, positions the obesity and diabetes pandemics in the context of a global disintegration of civilization, a dark age Commercial interests (a k a merchants of death), with ferocity, enact scheme-after-scheme and ploy-after-ploy озсдю to keep the population unhealthy This has made "obesity" a foremost profit center wherein toxic pills, potions, brutal surgical procedures, and bogus diet plans touted as solutions for this health crisis generate billions of dollars, annually, for the merchants of death Through it all, no one is ever healed and obesity remains a worldwide pandemic In fact, health researchers expect this crisis to worsen in many decades to come No doubt, something is terribly wrong We are being deceived Our lives and wealth are being milked for "no good reasons" This book describes the pathologies of obesity and diabetes, and the diabolical social and environmental factors that contribute to them More importantly, this book reveals that Divine Guidance, which represents the incoming civilization, where longevity, good health, and disease-free living are easily attainable yes, right now! This Guidance emphatically empowers us helping us evade the deadly entanglement of the old, corrupted and exhausted institutions of this failed society, while preparing us to participate in the rise of the incoming and Divinely-guided civilization.  EHLP   Tatt   Svia   Davi2004 г 160 стр ISBN 0965886441.

Despite decades of work in evolutionary algorithms, there remains a lot of uncertainty as to when it is beneficial or detrimental to use recombination or mutation This book provides a characterization of the roles that recombination and mutation play inevolutionary algorithms It integrates prior theoretical work and introduces new theoretical озсеж techniques for studying evolutionary algorithms An aggregation algorithm for Markov chains is introduced which is useful for studying not only evolutionary algorithms specifically, but also complex systems in general Practical consequences of the theory are explored and a novel method for comparing search and optimization algorithms is introduced A focus on discrete rather than real-valued representations allows the book to bridge multiple communities, including evolutionary biologists and population geneticists.  RHZN   Opti   DrBr   LomoISBN 3540669507.

Book DescriptionThe Mentally Ill Mentor is an inspiring true story - a MUST read for anyone affected by a Mental Illness Based on principles of self-love, self-trust, and unconditional self--acceptance, The Mentally Ill Mentor will guide you (or a loved one) through the process of overcoming your Mental Illness and achieving a state of Life-Long озсел Mental Wellness & Success So how is The Mentally Ill Mentor different than all the others on the shelf? 1 The Mentally Ill Mentor takes you "inside" the mind of someone who has actually struggled with and overcome a mental illness 2 The Mentally Ill Mentor provides a step-by-step program for empowering you (or a loved one) to take control of your life What will I learn? Things you will NOT learn are techniques such as: how to ditch your doctor, avoid seeing your psychiatrist, or escape being institutionalized What you will learn, is the how to take responsibility for your illness and become empowered to overcomeit Instead of feeling depressed, angry, irritable and emotionally up and down, The Mentally Ill Mentor will help you achieve a life that looks more like this: -The fear of "threat" of a Mental Illness is no longer an issue for you -You love yourself, the person you have become, and the even better person you are striving to be -Relationships with the most important people in your life are great and improving every day -You enjoy life and are up to the task when it comes to overcoming challenges -Self-love, self-trust, and unconditional self-acceptance is a part of who you are -You have become accustomed to each day being filled with a quiet innter peace and happiness.  Rola   Сысо   Serg   Hist2005 г 280 стр ISBN 1412060516.

Book Description Feminist icon Chesler's pioneering work--2 5 million copies sold--revised and updated for the first time in 30 years This definitive book was the first to address critical questions about women and mental health Combining patient interviews with an analysis of women's roles in history, society, and myth Chesler concludes that озсес there is a terrible double standard when it comes to women's psychology In this new edition, she addresses head-on many of the most relevant issues to women and mental health today, including eating disorders, social acceptance of antidepressants, addictions, sexuality, postpartum depression, and more Fully revised and updated, Women and Madness remains as important today as it was when first published in 1972.  Davi   Ever   Micr   Mart2005 г 432 стр ISBN 1403968977.

Book DescriptionAs the global tourism industry continues to expand and to become more complex, it is vital that those in the industry are equipped with a thorough knowledge of all topics involved New Tourism Consumers Products and Industry: Present and Future Issues provides this comprehensive coverage and more Written by a team of globally renowned озсец thinkers and researchers, it not only provides a brief historical overview of tourism, but delves deeper, to discuss emerging trends, consumer types andlooks at the way the industry itself is changing and developing It provides the manager of tomorrow with the ability to look beyond normal planning horizons and identify potential opportunities from these changes New Tourism Consumers Products and Industry: Present and Future Issues is part of a two part set with its companion text, Tourism Dynamics, Challenges and Tools: Present and Future Issues which takes the reader on a logical progression to look at issues relating to the external environment in which the tourism industry functions Both texts thereby provide the reader with a complete set of tools and knowledge recognise the key areas of growth and change, and the ability to use the new tools and technologies available to develop them and maximise business potential * Explores vital issues and changes related to new consumers, new products and new industry * Provides the manager of tomorrow with the ability to look beyond normal planning horizons * Written by an international team of contributors, drawing on a variety of exemplary cases * A companion text to Tourism Management Dynamics.  Фран   Прои   Beko   Disc2005 г ISBN 0750663774.

Book DescriptionHolistic Mental Health is a concise guide that will answer all your questions on the current treatment options for mental health issues It compares traditional western medicine to alternative or holistic therapies answering the question which treatment is more effective Too often the public is misled with partial information озсеш and inaccurate statements from the media and pharmaceutical company influenced physicians on treatment alternatives using anything other than prescription medications to treat mental illness Side-effects of medications used for mental disorders are discussed, as well as possible interactions and side-effects of alternative therapies Holistic Mental Health compares traditional treatment with alternative therapies for disorders such as Alzheimers, Anxiety, ADHD, depression, headaches/migraines, Bipolar disorder and schizophrenia and gives recommendations backed by clinical research.  8942   Seve   Удар   Renz2005 г 240 стр ISBN 0595673929.

Book DescriptionThe hosting of sports events, be they large international events or smaller niche interest events, has huge and long-lasting impacts on the local environment, economy and industry Strategic Sports Event Management: An international approach provides students and event managers in the industry with an insight into the strategic озсжд management of sports events of all scales and nature The framework offers a planning process that can be used to firstly understand the importance of a strategic approach, and secondly how to implement strategies that can achieve successful sports events over the short and long-term Using international case studies such as the Sydney olympics 2000, Boardsurfing events in the UK, US and Australia, Manchester Commonwealth Games 2002, Salt Lake City Winter Olympics 2002 and Athen Olympics 2004, this text looks at: * The organisations involved such as the IOC, FIFA and IAAF, and their interactions with charities, teh media and promoters * The planning process; short term and long term benefits, and evaluations * Operational strategies including IT, communications, equipments and personnel * The importance of long-term as well as short term strategic plans and the impact of hosting sports events * Builds a conceptual framework for the planning, organising, managing and evaluating of sports events * International cases and examples, of both large and small sports events, from first-hand experience and research.  stud   Afro   Prin   Миро2004 г ISBN 0750659831.

Book DescriptionIn addition to planning and pre-disaster exercises essential for allocating resources and devising effective mental health interventions, this book also includes two CDs showing an international panel of experts discussing how best to plan for a bioterrorist event Although only twelve people died after the sarin gas attack озсжи on the Tokyo subway system in 1995, more than five thousand sought medical care for the effects of possible exposure Bioterrorism can create chaos and disruption on anational and international scale Moreover, it is believed to incur the most devastating psychological sequelae of all disasters.  Wind   Road   Mari   конс2004 г 376 стр ISBN 0521814723.

Book DescriptionThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Discrete Mathematics and Theoretical Computer Science, DMTCS 2003, held in Dijon, France in July 2003 The 18 revised full papers presented together with 5 invited papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 35 submissions A broad variety озсжл of topics in discrete mathematics and the theory of computing is addressed including information theory, coding, algorithms, complexity, automata, computational mathematics, combinatorial computations, graph computations, algorithmic geometry, relational methods, game-theoretic methods, combinatorial optimization, finite state systems, etc.  Bozi   Слов   клуб   ЛитР2003 г 301 стр ISBN 3540405054.

Book DescriptionThe book presents the important fundamental theorems and algorithms on planar graph drawing with easy-to-understand and constructive proofs Extensively illustrated and with exercises included at the end of each chapter, it is suitable for use in advanced undergraduate and graduate level courses on algorithms, graph theory, озсжю graph drawing, information visualization and computational geometry The book will also serve as a useful reference source for researchers in the field of graph drawing and software developers in information visualization, VLSI design and CAD.  ЛитР   Трои   Води   Грос2004 г 312 стр ISBN 9812560335.

Book DescriptionProblems in Set Theory, Mathematical Logic and the Theory of Algorithms by I Lavrov & L Maksimova is an English translation of the fourth edition of the most popular student problem book in mathematical logic in Russian It covers major classical topics in proof theory and the semantics of propositional and predicate logic озсзз as well as set theory and computation theory Each chapter begins with 1-2 pages of terminology and definitions that make the book self-contained Solutions are provided The book is likely to become an essential part of curricula in logic.  Герш   Acad   Иллю   Соде2003 г 302 стр ISBN 0306477122.

A practical reference written to assist the security professional in clearly identifying what systems are required to meet security needs as defined by a threat analysis and vulnerability assessment All of the elements necessary to conduct a detailed survey of a facility and the methods used to document the findings of that survey are covered озсзр Once the required systems are determined, the chapters following present how to assemble and evaluate bids for the acquisition of the required systems in a manner that will meet the most rigorous standards established for competitive bidding The book also provides recommended approaches for system/user implementation, giving checklists and examples for developing management controls using the installed systems This book was developed after a careful examination of the approved reference material available from the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS International) for the certification of Physical Security Professionals (PSP) It is intended to fill voids left by the currently approved reference material to perform implementation of systems suggested in the existing reference texts This book is an excellent How To for the aspiring security professional who wishes to take on the responsibilities of security system implementation, or the security manager who wants to do a professional job of system acquisition without hiring a professional consultant * Offers a step-by-step approach to identifying the application, acquiring the product and implementing the recommended system * Builds upon well-known, widely adopted concepts prevalent among security professionals * Offers seasoned advice on the competitive bidding process as well as on legal issues involved in the selection of applied products.  МГор   веду   Dixi   Цыбу2005 г Твердый переплет, 312 стр ISBN 075067850X.

“Appetite for Life is a breakthrough in the field of eating disorders and for those who suffer from them Through real-life stories of inspiration and recovery, Margie Ryerson’s fresh, effective approach proves that it is possible to triumph over eating disorders and live a healthy, happy life Not only will I use Margie’s powerful examples озсзч in my own practice, I will also recommend her book to all my clients, their families, and all the eating disorder professionals I know ” —Debra Waterhouse MPH, RD, best-selling author of Outsmarting the Female Fat Cell and Outsmarting the Mother/Daughter Food Trap Appetite for Life shares the true stories of healing and hope from seven survivors of eating disorders and chronicles their journeys toward health and inner peace Author Margie Ryerson, a marriage and family therapist, brings over twenty years of professional experience in helping individuals and their families recover from the devastation of anorexia, bulimia, and compulsive overeating Helpful topics include: What to do if you or someone you love has an eating disorder How to overcome guilt and shame How to find the best treatment and support Appetite for Life offers compassion, support, and practical advice not only to those who suffer from eating disorders, but also to their loved ones Автор Марджи Рйерсон Margie Ryerson.  Куца   Mast   Стер   молоИздательство: iUniverse, Inc , 2005 г Мягкая обложка, 130 стр ISBN 059534755X.

Book DescriptionData Structures and Algorithms Using Java covers introductory topics on linked stacks, linked queues, linked deques, lists, trees, hashing, text processing, file structures, and inverted files Data structures and their use in programming are emphasized The high level programming language Java used as a tool supports designs озсиг and implementations of data structures This applies data structures and improves programming skills in the high level programming language High level language use with data structures empowers thinking necessary to think links This empowerment paradigm uses a data structure model (DSM) to emulate a few constructs from the List Processing (LISP) language Each data structure in the model uses a sequential order to show the relationships and differences in the data structures Download DescriptionData Structures and Algorithms Using Java covers introductory topics on linked stacks, linked queues, linked deques, lists, trees, hashing, text processing, file structures, and inverted files Data structures and their use in programming are emphasized The high level programming language Java used as a tool supports designs and implementations of data structures This applies data structures and improves programming skills in the high level programming language High level language use with data structures empowers thinking necessary to think links This empowerment paradigm uses a data structure model (DSM) to emulate a few constructs from the List Processing (LISP) language Each data structure in the model uses a sequential order to show the relationships and differences in the data structures.  Спир   Guar   Jean   Magn2004 г 107 стр ISBN 0595318967.

Book DescriptionThe presence of uncertainty in a system description has always been a critical issue in control Moving on from earlier stochastic and robust control paradigms, the main objective of this book is to introduce the reader to the fundamentals of probabilistic methods in the analysis and design of uncertain systems Using so-called озсиф randomized algorithms, this emerging area of research guarantees a reduction in the computational complexity of classical robust control algorithms and in the conservativeness of methods like H-infinity control Features: self-contained treatment explaining the genesis of randomized algorithms in the principles of probability theory to their use for robust analysis and controller synthesis; - comprehensive treatment of sample generation, including consideration of the difficulties involved in obtaining identically and independently distributed samples; - applications of randomized algorithms in congestion control of high-speed communications networks and the stability of quantized sampled-data systems Randomized Algorithms for Analysis and Control of Uncertain Systems will be of certain interest to control theorists concerned with robust and optimal control techniques and to all control engineers dealing withsystem uncertainties The present book is a very timely contribution to the literature I have no hesitation in asserting that it will remain a widely cited reference work for many years M Vidyasagar The Communications and Control Engineering series reports major technological advances which have potential for great impact in the fields of communication and control It reflects research in industrial and academic institutions around the world so that its readership can exploit new possibilities as they become available.  OZON   Wind   Топо   Inte2004 г 344 стр ISBN 1852335246.

Key features: A groundbreaking work that moves the tourism debate forward Applies moral concepts to tourism's most challenging issues Draws on a broad field of cross-disciplinary research into ethics Tourism Ethics applies moral concepts and issues to some of the most vexing tourism dilemmas of the day, through foundational research озсищ from many disciplines including biology, psychology, anthropology, geography and philosophy Areas of emphasis include sex tourism, all-inclusives, ecotourism, justice, rights, deontology and teleology.  Malc   Звон   Соло   авто2005 г Мягкая обложка, 404 стр ISBN 1845410343.

Sustainable tourism is not a static target, but a dynamic process of change, a transition This book considers how monitoring using indicators can assist tourism to make such a sustainability transition It encourages the reader to view tourism from a brad, interdisciplinary perspective and draws on material from a wide range of sources including озсиэ ecology, global chance and the new and emerging field of sustainability science The book explains why monitoring is important for different groups of stakehlders; public and private sector, NGOs and communities It also examines important monitoring considerations such as what and where to measure, how much will monitoring cost and how the data can be presented The book puts particular emphasis on indicaor use and implementation It highlights the process and techniques to develop and use indicators and then provides clear and detailed examples of monitoring in practice around the globe at different geographic scales.  Rene   Edga   Caro   Нефе2006 г Мягкая обложка, 368 стр ISBN 0851990517.

Book Description Dr Norman E Rosenthal's indispensable guide for readers who suffer from the "winter blues" is now more useful than ever This authoritative book presents a wealth of new information on remedies for seasonal affective disorder (SAD), including recent advances in light therapy, research on the effectiveness of antidepressants, озсвщ and new recipes to counterbalance unhealthy winter food cravings Dr Rosenthal distinguishes among various degrees of the disorder, ranging from winter blues to full-blown SAD; provides a self-test that readers can use to evaluate their own seasonal mood changes; and offers helpful advice, coping tips, and resources.  Росс   Undi   Арцр   Jerz2005 г 372 стр ISBN 1593851162.

Book DescriptionWe are not shy about reporting human rights abuses around the globe We are much more reluctant to recognize them at home This book exposes the violations of human rights witnessed daily in workplaces across our country Based on detailed case studies in a variety of sectors, it reveals an "unfair advantage" in U S law and озсга practice that allows employers to fire or otherwise punish thousands of workers as they seek to exercise their rights of association and to exclude millions more fromlaws that protect their rights to bargain and to organize Unfair Advantage approaches workers use of organizing, collective bargaining, and strikes as an exercise of basic rights where workers are autonomous actors, not objects of unionsor employers institutional interests Both historical experience and a review of current conditions around the world indicate that strong, independent, democratic trade unions are vital for societies where human rights are respected In Lance Compas view, human rights cannot flourish where workers rights are not enforced While researching workers exercise of these rights in different industries, occupations, and regions of the United States, Human Rights Watch found that freedom of association is under severe, often buckling pressure when workers in the United States try to exercise it Cornell University Press is making this valuable report, originally published in August 2000, available again as a paperback with a new introduction and conclusion that bring the story up-to-date.  Sifr   Fisk   рабо   Юсуп2004 г ISBN 0801489644.

Book DescriptionIn the 1980s and early 1990s, a substantial number of U S companies announced major restructuring and downsizing But we dont know exactly what changes in the U S and global economy triggered this phenomenon Little research has been done on the underlying causes of downsizing Did companies actually reduce the size of their workforces, озсгк or did they simply change the composition of their workforces by firing some kinds of workers and hiring others? Downsizing in America, one of the most comprehensive analyses of the subject to date, confronts all these questions, exploring three main issues: the extent to which firms actually downsized, the factors that triggered changes in firm size, and the consequences of downsizing The authors show that much of the conventional wisdom regarding the spate of downsizing in the 1980s and 1990s is inaccurate Nearly half of the large firms that announced major layoffs subsequently increased their workforce by more than 10 percent within 2 or 3 years The only arena in which downsizing predominated appears to be the manufacturing sectorless than 20 percent of the U S workforce Downsizing in America offers a range of compelling hypotheses to account for the adoption of downsizing as an accepted business practice In the short run, many companies experiencing difficulties due to decreased sales, cash flow problems, or declining securities prices reduced their workforces temporarily, expanding them again when business conditions improved The most significant trigger leading to long-term downsizing was the rapid change in technology Companies rid themselves of their least skilled workers and subsequently hired employees who were better prepared to work with new technology, which in some sectors reduced the size of firm at which production is most efficient Baumol, Blinder, and Wolff also reveal what they call the dirty little secret of downsizing: it is profitable in part because it holds down wages Downsizing in Americashows that reducing employee rolls increased profits, since downsizing firms spent less money on wages relative to output, but it did not increase productivity Nor did unions impede downsizing The authors show that unionized industries were actually more likely to downsize in order to eliminate expensive union labor In sum, downsizing transferred income from labor to capitalfrom workers to owners Downsizing in America combines an investigation of the underlying realities and causes of workforce reduction with an insightful analysis of the consequent shift in the balance of power between management and labor, to provide us with a deeper understanding of one of the major economic shifts of recent timesone with far-reaching implications for all American workers.  Park   Soul   Hits   SPOR2005 г ISBN 0871541386.

Two of the computer industry's best-selling authors and lecturers return with a new edition of the software management book that started a revolution With humor and wisdom drawn from years of management and consulting experience, DeMarco and Lister demonstrate that the major issues of software development are human, not technical-and that озсгп managers ignore them at their peril Now, with a new Preface and eight new chapters-expanding the original edition by one third-the authors enlarge upon their previous ideas and add fresh insights, examples, and anecdotes Discover dozens of helpful tips on: - putting more quality into a product - loosening up formal methodologies - fighting corporate entropy - making it acceptable to be uninterruptible "Peopleware" shows you how to cultivate teams that are healthy and productive The answers aren't easy-just incredibly successfull 2nd edition Авторы Том ДеМарко Tom DeMarco Тимоти Листер Timothy Lister.  Mari   Vino   Cafe   GabrИздательство: Dorset House Publishing Company, 1999 г Мягкая обложка, 248 стр ISBN 0-932633-43-9.

Book DescriptionWar is hell, and the return to civilian life afterwards can be a minefield as well, especially for veterans of a "bad war " Soldiers coming home from Vietnam faced unique challenges as veterans of a controversial war whose divisiveness permeated every step of the re-entry and readjustment process In his balanced and озсгу highly readable account, Vietnam Veterans since the War, sociologist Wilbur J Scott tells the story of how the veterans and their allies organized to articulate their concerns and to win concessions from a reluctant Congress, federal agencies, and courts Scott draws on published records, hours of personal interviews with veterans, and his experience as an infantry platoon leader in Vietnam to explore the major social movements among his fellow veterans in the crucial years from 1967 to 1990, including the antiwar movement, the successful effort to win recognition of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) by the American Psychiatric Association, the establishment of veterans' outreach centers, the controversy over the defoliant Agent Orange and its long-term effects, and the struggle to create the National Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D C His new afterword brings the story up to date and demonstratesthat while the United States' involvement in Vietnam continues to be controversial, many of the tensions engendered by the war have been overcome.  серт   Myth   Stan   Perp2004 г 320 стр ISBN 0806135972.

Introduces the basic concepts and characteristics of string pattern matching strategies and provides numerous references for further reading The text describes and evaluates the BF, KMP, BM, and KR algorithms, discusses improvements for string pattern matching machines, and details a technique for detecting and removing the redundant operation озсгц of the AC machine Also explored are typical problems in approximate string matching In addition, the reader will find a description for applying string pattern matching algorithms to multidimensional matching problems, an investigation of numerous hardware-based solutions for pattern matching, and an examination of hardware approaches for full text search.  Tran   книг   Creo   DonaISBN 0818654627.

Book DescriptionThe first book to focus on measuring the basic processes of mental healthcare, such as access, detection, treatment appropriateness, safety and continuity of care, Improving Mental Healthcare: A Guide to Measurement-Based Quality Improvement integrates practical information about quality measuressuch as their clinical озсгю logic, validity and basis in scientific evidenceinto a highly readable guide on how to implement measures and use the results to improve quality of care Improving Mental Healthcare examines the clinical, policy, and scientific underpinnings of process measurement, a widely used method of assessing quality of mental healthcare It describes the use of measurement to improve quality, promote accountability, encourage evidence-based practice, and shape incentives to favor delivery of high-quality care Divided into two sections totaling 14 chapters, the first section describes factors that led to a nationwide emphasis on improving quality of care, major approaches to quality assessment, considerations in selecting measures, as well as how to analyze and interpret measure results The second section summarizes information on more than 300 quality measures, including their clinical rationale, specifications, sources of data, supporting evidence, readiness for use, andwhere availabledata on reliability, validity, results, case-mix adjustment, standards, and benchmarks Improving Mental Healthcare helps clinicians, managers, administrators, payers, purchasers, accreditors, consumer groups, and other stakeholders meet national mandates to assess and improve quality of care by providing the following tools and guidance: Results from the National Inventory of Mental Health Quality Measures, a federally funded study summarizing clinical, technical, and scientific properties of more than 300 process measures A user-friendly format that helps potential measure users find quality measures that reflect their priorities and meet their needs Guidance for healthcare organizations and clinicians on how to integrate measurement into a comprehensive approach to quality management An understanding of the relationship between process measurement and other approaches to quality assessment, in particular outcomes assessment-the focus of a companion guide, Outcome Measurement in Psychiatry: A Critical Review (APPI 2002) Improving Mental Healthcare, which includes extensive referencesas well as useful figures and tables illustrating key concepts, is essential reading for practicing clinicians, healthcare managers, medical students and psychiatric residentswho must now meet ACGME requirements to learn about quality assessment and improvementas well as members of oversight organizations and consumer advocacy groups It will prove invaluable for healthcare organizations seeking to improve quality of care, clinical training programs, and courses on quality assessment, healthcare management, and mental health policy.  LEGO   Ткал   впер   Roge2005 г 697 стр ISBN 1585620882.

Book Description Humans, unlike all other animals, are endowed with the capacity for hope and despair This unique ability allows us to generate positive or negative expectations about the future, regardless of present circumstances, and engage in behaviors that shape our future Although hope has been the engine of civilization, its evanescent озсдй nature has made it an elusive target for the behavioral sciences, which have largely ignored the topic Hope has more often been the province of philosophy, religion, and poetry For psychiatrist Anthony Reading, hope's power to shape human behavior is worthy of scientific investigation and provides a remarkable opportunity to understand the relationship between mind and brain Hope and despair dramatically illustrate the capability of the human brain to construct imaginary representations of the universe, allowing us to disengage from the present, recall the past, and forecast the future independent of any current sensory input Consciousness then enablesus to choose among these past, present, and future scenarios and integrate them into coherent plans for action Reading's wide-ranging work focuses on the ways we process sensory information and their implications for our current understanding of memory, learning, and consciousness; how the brain's ability to transcend time affects our language, emotions, evolution, and individual development; and the light that hope and despair shed on important aspects of our function as individuals and as a species Bridging many disciplines, Hope and Despair is a major contribution to our knowledge of human behavior.  Jame   Алек   Cher   Isaa2004 г 248 стр ISBN 0801879485.

Book DescriptionFocusing on the history of the Ingutsheni Lunatic Asylum (renamed a mental hospital after 1933), situated near Bulawayo in the former Southern Rhodesia, Surfacing Up explores the social, cultural, and political history of the colony that became Zimbabwe after gaining its independence in 1980 The phrase "surfacing up" was озсдт drawn from a conversation Jackson had with a psychiatric nurse who used the concept to explain what brought African potential patients into the psychiatric system Lynette Jackson uses Ingutsheni as a reference point for the struggle to "domesticate" Africa and its citizens after conquest Drawing on the work of Franz Fanon, Jackson maintains that the asylum in Southern Rhodesia played a significant role in maintaining the colonial social order She supports Fanons claim that colonial psychiatric hospitals were repositories for those of "indocile nature" or for those who failed to fit "the social background of the colonial type " Through reconstruction and reinterpretation of patient narratives, Jackson shows how patients were diagnosed, detained, and deemed recovered She draws on psychiatric case files to analyze the changing economic, social, and environmental conditions of the colonized, the varying needs of the white settlers, and the shifting boundaries between these two communities She seeks to extend and enrich our understanding of how a significant institution changed how citizens and subjects experienced the colonial social order.  Херл   Etni   Diam   Harr2005 г 230 стр ISBN 0801489407.

Book DescriptionPractical, emotional, and spiritual guidance The time may come when you or a loved one has to face a life-threatening illness; when you realize that you or your loved one may be dying Its never easy to think about the lastyears of life, but being prepared can help you have your hopes and wishes realized By taking the time now to plan озсдш for the future, you can maintain control of your life even at the very end Staying in Charge is a supportive guide to opening up the lines of communication and making life more fulfilling from the first day of diagnosis of a serious illness This reassuring handbook helps you to focus on important matters such as: Handling a living will or a do-not-resuscitate order Deciding upon medical power of attorney Gathering support from friends and family And, most significantly, learning to live in the midst of dying Based on the wisdom of many experts and caregiversin the field, Staying in Charge offers everything you need to know to make the last years of life more fruitful, less isolating, and more comfortable and peacefulwhenever and wherever the journey occurs "Few of us think of our own death with an open heart or a clear mind Kaplan and Lukas courageously and compassionately demystify this unknown part of life with practical and spiritual guidance With Staying in Charge, the secret is out: You can plan for death and, in so doing, learn how to live more fully " Beth Witrogen McLeod, author of Caregiving: The Spiritual Journey of Love, Loss, and Renewal "Staying in Charge: Practical Plans for the End of Your Life means what it says When it comes time to manage a serious illness, we all want to be in control There isnt a person alive who shouldnt read and absorb the counsel of this valorousand unexpectedly cheeringwork " Stefan Kanfer, former editor, Time magazine author of Ball of Fire and A Summer World Download DescriptionPractical, emotional, and spiritual guidance The time may come when you or a loved one has to face a life-threatening illness; when you realize that you or your loved one may be dying It's never easy to think about the last years of life, but being prepared can help you have your hopes and wishes realized By taking the time now to plan for the future, you can maintain control of your life even at the very end Staying in Charge is a supportive guide to opening up the lines of communication and making life more fulfilling from the first day of diagnosis of a serious illness This reassuring handbook helps you to focus on important matters such as: Handling a living will or a do-not-resuscitate order Deciding upon medical power of attorney Gathering support from friends and family.  Alex   Aqua   Gmax   Andr2004 г 240 стр ISBN 0471274240.

Managing Business Change For Dummies gives you practical step-by-step advice for evaluating your organization's change effort from start to finish This friendly guide brings you specific techniques and tools for each step of the change process --from how to pinpoint potential problems and resolve them quickly, to how to help employees respond озсдэ to change with more flexible and positive attitudes 1 edition Авторы Бетс Л Эвард Beth L Evard Крейг А Гиппл Craig A Gipple.  Tato   Kary   спас   ЗареСерия: For Dummies Series.

Recent years have witnessed a dramatic increase of interest in sophisticated string matching problems, especially in information retrieval and computational biology This book presents a practical approach to string matching problems, focusing on the algorithms and implementations that perform best in practice It covers searching for simple, озсеа multiple and extended strings, as well as regular expressions, and exact and approximate searching It includes all the most significant new developments in complex pattern searching The clear explanations, step-by-step examples, algorithm pseudocode, and implementation efficiency maps will enable researchers, professionals and students in bioinformatics, computer science, and software engineering to choose the most appropriate algorithms for their applications.  крас   9056   Arts   03-1ISBN 0521813077.

Book DescriptionTravellers are now spoilt by choice of available holiday destinations In today's crowded tourism market place, destination competitiveness demands an effective marketing organisation Two themes underpin Destination Marketing Organisations The first is the challenges associated with promoting multi-attributed destinations озсек in dynamic and heterogeneous markets, and the second is the divide between tourism 'practitioners' and academics Written by a former 'practitioner', Destination Marketing Organisations bridges industry and theory by synthesising a wealth of academic literature of practical value to DMOs Key learning outcomes are to enhance understanding of the fundamental issues relating to: The rationale for the establishment of DMOs The structure, roles, goals and functions of DMOs The key opportunities, challenges and constraints facing DMOs The complexities of marketing destinations as tourism brands The Author Dr Steven Pike (PhD) spent 17 years in the tourism industry, working in destination marketing organisations, before joining academia He is currently a Visiting Scholar with the School of Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations at Queensland University of Technology, and Senior Lecturer in the School of Marketing and Tourism at Central Queensland University.  Щерб   Exce   Добр   Svag2004 г ISBN 0080443060.

Complete, concise, and compact, The Book of WinZip demonstrates every major WinZip feature in a step-by-step, task-based fashion It provides readers with basic information on types of Zip files, installing and upgrading, and working with the WinZip Wizard This is followed by in-depth coverage of archive creation, modification, and extraction озсер The book also covers advanced topics such as configuration and disk-spanning A final section reviews additional add-on products like WinZips Internet Browser Support, Command Support, and Self-Extractor modules While explaining all major product features, the author places particular emphasis on the topics of the greatest interest to most users, such as the creation of self-extracting Zip files In this way, both beginners and advanced users can benefit from this book.  слов   Mich   Garm   CracISBN 1886411751.

Book DescriptionOff-Premise Catering Management, Second Edition is the updated edition of the NACE-recommended guide to planning, executing, and managing an off-premise catering management business The book presents profiles of off-premise catering companies and sole proprietors from both large and small operations It includes many озсех useful forms and checklists throughout the planning and execution stages of the event and offers extended coverage of marketing off-premise catering businesses.  хоро   полю   Silv   Brot2005 г ISBN 0471464244.

Iterative Computer Algorithms with Applications in Engineering describes in-depth the five main iterative algorithms for solving hard combinatorial optimization problems: Simulated Annealing, Genetic Algorithms, Tabu Search, Simulated Evolution, and Stochastic Evolution The authors present various iterative techniques and illustrate озсеч how they can be applied to solve several NP-hard problems For each algorithm, the authors present the procedures of the algorithm, parameter selection criteria, convergence property analysis, and parallelization There are also several real-world examples that illustrate various aspects of the algorithms The book includes an introduction to fuzzy logic and its application in the formulation of multi-objective optimization problems, a discussion on hybrid techniques that combine features of heuristics, a survey of recent research work, and examples that illustrate required mathematical concepts The unique features of this book are: An integrated and up-to-date description of iterative non-deterministic algorithms; Detailed descriptions of Simulated Evolution and Stochastic Evolution; A level of treatment suitable for first year graduate student and practicing engineers; Parallelization aspects and particular parallel implementations; A brief survey of recent research work; Graded exercises and an annotated bibliography in each chapter.  цвет   Осип   Para   1815ISBN 0769501001.

An authoritative reference to the whole area of source coding algorithms, Compression and Coding Algorithms will be a primary resource for both researchers and software engineers The book also will be interest for people in broader area of design and analysis of algorithms and data structure Practitioners, especially those who work in the software озсжб development and independent consulting industries creating compression software or other applications systems, in which compression plays a part, will benefit from techniques that are described Compression and Coding Algorithms describes in detail the coding mechanisms that are available for use in data compression systems The well known Huffman coding technique is one mechanism, but there have been many others developed over the past few decades, and this book describes, explains and assesses them People undertaking research of software development in the areas of compression and coding algorithms will find this book an indispensable reference In particular, the careful and detailed description of algorithms and their implementation, plus accompanying pseudo-code that can be readily implemented on computer, make this book a definitive reference in an area currently without one The detailed pseudo-code presentation of over thirty algorithms, and careful explanation of examples, make this book approachable and authoritative Compression and throughput results are presented where appropriate, and serve as a validation of the assessments and recommendation made in the text The combination of implementation detail, thoughtful discussions, and careful presentation means that this book will occupy a pivotal role in this area for many years In-depth coverage of the crucial areas of minimum-redundancy coding, arithmetic coding, adaptive coding make Compression and Coding Algorithms unique in its field 1 edition Авторы Alistair Moffat Эндрю Турпин Andrew Turpin.  Geni   OPEL   Blau   PENNИздательство: Springer, 2006 г Твердый переплет, 292 стр ISBN 0792376684.

Genetic Programming Theory and Practice IV was developed from the fourth workshop at the University of Michigan’s Center for the Study of Complex Systems to facilitate the exchange of ideas and information related to the rapidly advancing field of Genetic Programming (GP) Contributions from the foremost international researchers and practitioners озсжз in the GP arena examine the similarities and differences between theoretical and empirical results on real-world problems The text explores the synergy between theory and practice, producing a comprehensive view of the state of the art in GP application This volume represents a watershed moment in the GP field in that GP has begun to move from hand-crafted software used primarily in academic research, to an engineering methodology applied to commercial applications It is a unique and indispensable tool for academics, researchers and industry professionals involved in GP, evolutionary computation, machine learning and artificial intelligence.  язык   Буха   Сост   демо2007 г Твердый переплет, 338 стр ISBN 0387333754.

Book DescriptionThe stigma attached to mental illness is the main obstacle to better mental health care and a better quality of life for patients, their families and the community as a whole In 1996, the WPA began an international programme to fight thestigma and discrimination because of schizophrenia The 'Open the Doors' program has since been озсжй implemented in more than 20 countries and involved roughly 200 different anti-stigma interventions This book details the results of these efforts internationally and provides recommendations and guidance for those seeking to join this international effort or start similar efforts to dispel stigma and discrimination.  Щерб   увед   серт   Fran2005 г 264 стр ISBN 0521549434.

Book DescriptionAlgorithmic and quantitative aspects in real algebraic geometry are becoming increasingly important areas of research because of their roles in other areas of mathematics and computer science The papers in this volume collectively span several different areas of current research The articles are based on talks given at the озсжъ DIMACS Workshop on "Algorithmic and Quantitative Aspects of Real Algebraic Geometry" Topics include deciding basic algebraic properties of real semi-algebraic sets, application of quantitative results in real algebraic geometry towards investigating the computational complexity of various problems, algorithmic and quantitative questions in real enumerative geometry, new approaches towards solving decision problems in semi-algebraic geometry, as well as computing algebraic certificates, and applications of real algebraic geometry to concrete problems arising in robotics and computer graphics The book is intended for researchers interested in computational methods in algebra.  Низо   рома   Goin   Ауди2003 г 232 стр ISBN 0821828630.

Book DescriptionMuch of the built world is designed around food; for storing, producing, transporting, selling, serving and eating We recognise the regeneration of a neighbourhood through its new cafes, restaurants and grocery shops This title featuresnew restaurants in London, New York, Sydney and Tokyo; the design of markets; provocative озсзе essays by architects, historians, and social scientists; and interviews with designers and entrepreneurs.  рабо   Herb   Руби   Соде2003 г 128 стр ISBN 0470845708.

Book DescriptionThis book constitutes the joint refereed proceedings of the 6th International Workshop on Approximation Algorithms for Optimization Problems, APPROX 2003 and of the 7th International Workshop on Randomization and Approximation Techniques in Computer Science, RANDOM 2003, held in Princeton, NY, USA in August 2003 The 33 озсзи revised full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 74 submissions Among the issues addressed are design and analysis of randomized and approximation algorithms, online algorithms, complexity theory, combinatorial structures, error-correcting codes, pseudorandomness, derandomization, network algorithms, random walks, Markov chains, probabilistic proof systems, computational learning, randomness in cryptography, and various applications.  меся   чита   теат   Flyi2003 г 409 стр ISBN 3540407707.

Book Description her image below begins laughing until I hit the cold ground to make her disappear The Laughing Head is Annie Wiley She created this image of herself as a child to deal with secret anxiety and abuse She built this character up until her emotional self-abuse became physical From age twelve until she began recovery at age twenty she озсзт was what doctors diagnosed as severely bulimic and mildly anorexic Annie brings you into her life, not only through her story, but also through her journals and poetry She began writing at a young age, finding release from the power of her own words The Laughing Head is an important encounter with truth for anyone to read Bulimia can kill just as easily as it can be kept secret In telling her story, Annie describes how she stepped forward in hope so that others may also find this path into light It is her hope that those who are suspicious of behaviors they see in friends or relatives will be able to confront the ones they love.  Скво   Nige   Rajn   Соде2004 г 69 стр ISBN 1413730280.

In reaction to the continually changing business climate companies develop many business strategies to increase their competitiveness and improve profitability Companies regularly reshape themselves continually exploring new markets and developing new products When they can't expand into new markets or develop new products on their own, озсзю they seek alternatives These alternatives include merging with or acquiring other companies to create a single more capable company Companies acquire other companies for a wide variety of reasons In some cases company survival may actually be the reason What does this condition mean to the security professional? In the course of mergers and acquisitions, security plays a vital role in helping to make the endeavor successful There are numerous titles on the business aspects of M&A such as the ones listed below However, this unique book focuses on the role security plays in helping to make a merger, acquisition or divestiture successful It addresses the fundamental security elements that are required to support the effort In addition, it provides an integrated "how to" approach to implementing M&A security complete with methods and processes that have been quickly and cost-effectively implemented - First book available that focuses on the role of the Security Manager in M&A - Case studies that highlight the role of the security manager; cases include both best practices as well as illustrations of nightmare examples of what NOT to do - Lead author is an expert that has participated in/managed security for more than 20 high-profile and large-scale acquisitions - Model processes, procedures, checklists, charts and sample forms all serve to ease immediate analysis and implementation in a merger or acquisition.  Wink   Шенк   Mari   Яков2005 г Мягкая обложка, 272 стр ISBN 0750678054.

Book DescriptionSerious Mental Illness is the term which groups together schizophrenia and manic depression A great deal of fear surrounds these conditions, so if you or someone close to you is affected, you'll need reliable, sensitive information This book will help you to understand wht happens, and makes it easier to talk to healthcare professionals озсии It explores the emotional impact that a breakdown can have on a family And it also gives valuable pointers on getting the best frm the system, coping in a crisis, legal matters and other practical needs.  Fina   Sabb   писа   Mirr2003 г 144 стр ISBN 0859697525.

Book DescriptionHannelore Helbing-Sheafe’s personal experience with Lyme disease was a powerful motivator to investigate possible ways to help herself and others The focus of her holistically oriented practice was always on finding the cause of the problem and instructing patients in using natural medicine and therapy and/or specific озсиц nutrients to correct and reverse existing health problems Her main focus has been to seek balance in all body systems Lyme Disease –Alternative medicine can help provides valuable information about holistic therapy options for patients afflicted with acute or chronic Lyme disease problems but also provides detailed information regarding current medical diagnostic procedures and treatment The book also provides details about the multiple, complexing symptoms experienced by patients of this disease Lyme Disease –Alternative medicine can help is an education on “Nature’s Pharmacy” It promises no miracle cures; instead, it lists safe natural antibiotic, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and pain soothing substances as an alternative treatment option to reverse the illness to a more manageable level and give the chronically ill patient quality of life and hope.  With   Silv   Silv   Silv2004 г 82 стр ISBN 1594571996.

Book DescriptionThis book constitutes the thoroughly refereed post-proceedings of the 9th International Workshop on DNA Based Computers, DNA9, held in Madison, Wisconsin, USA in June 2003 The 22 revised full papers presented were carefully selected during two rounds of reviewing and improvement from initially 60 submissions The papers are озсиъ organized in topical sections on new experiments and tools, theory, computer simulation and sequence design, self-assembly and autonomous molecular computation, experimental solutions, and new computing models.  Eliz   Аник   Иллю   XVII2004 г 225 стр ISBN 3540209301.

Book DescriptionStatistical Processing Techniques for Noisy Images presents a statistical framework to design algorithms for target detection, tracking, segmentation and classification (identification) Its main goal is to provide the reader with efficient tools for developing algorithms that solve his/her own image processing applications озсйм In particular, such topics as hypothesis test-based detection, fast active contour segmentation and algorithm design for non-conventional imaging systems are comprehensively treated, from theoretical foundations to practical implementations With a large number of illustrations and practical examples, this book serves as an excellent textbook or reference book for senior or graduate level courses on statistical signal/image processing, as well as a reference for researchers in related fields.  tuchkas   Thin   реда   2003 г 266 стр ISBN 030647865X.