Ecological and Behavioral Methods for the Study of Bats
Ecological and Behavioral Methods for the Study of Bats

Author: Thomas H. Kunz

Publisher:

Published: 2009-11-09

Total Pages: 930

ISBN-13:

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Thomas H. Kunz is a professor of biology and director of the Center for Ecology and Conservation Biology at Boston University. He is the editor of Bat Biology and Conservation and Bat Ecology. Stuart Parsons is a senior lecturer in biological sciences at the University of Auckland, New Zealand -- Jacket.

EEG Signal Analysis and Classification
EEG Signal Analysis and Classification

Author: Siuly Siuly

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2017-01-03

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 331947653X

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This book presents advanced methodologies in two areas related to electroencephalogram (EEG) signals: detection of epileptic seizures and identification of mental states in brain computer interface (BCI) systems. The proposed methods enable the extraction of this vital information from EEG signals in order to accurately detect abnormalities revealed by the EEG. New methods will relieve the time-consuming and error-prone practices that are currently in use. Common signal processing methodologies include wavelet transformation and Fourier transformation, but these methods are not capable of managing the size of EEG data. Addressing the issue, this book examines new EEG signal analysis approaches with a combination of statistical techniques (e.g. random sampling, optimum allocation) and machine learning methods. The developed methods provide better results than the existing methods. The book also offers applications of the developed methodologies that have been tested on several real-time benchmark databases. This book concludes with thoughts on the future of the field and anticipated research challenges. It gives new direction to the field of analysis and classification of EEG signals through these more efficient methodologies. Researchers and experts will benefit from its suggested improvements to the current computer-aided based diagnostic systems for the precise analysis and management of EEG signals. /div

The Soviet Biological Weapons Program
The Soviet Biological Weapons Program

Author: Milton Leitenberg

Publisher: Harvard University Press

Published: 2012-06-29

Total Pages: 956

ISBN-13: 0674065263

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This is the first attempt to understand the full scope of the USSR’s offensive biological weapons research, from inception in the 1920s. Gorbachev tried to end the program, but the U.S. and U.K. never obtained clear evidence that he succeeded, raising the question whether the means for waging biological warfare could be present in Russia today.

A Public Missiology
A Public Missiology

Author: Gregg Okesson

Publisher: Baker Academic

Published: 2020-04-21

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13: 1493422383

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How can Christians witness to the complexity of our world? Gregg Okesson shows that local congregations are the primary means of public witness in and for the world. As Christians move back and forth between their churches and their neighborhoods, workplaces, and other public spaces, they weave a thick gospel witness. This introduction to public missiology explains how local congregations can thicken their witness in the public realms where they live, work, and play. Real-life examples from around the world help readers envision approaches to public witness and social change.

Feigin and Cherry's Textbook of Pediatric Infectious Diseases E-Book
Feigin and Cherry's Textbook of Pediatric Infectious Diseases E-Book

Author: James Cherry

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2013-10-05

Total Pages: 5004

ISBN-13: 0323186602

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Feigin and Cherry's Textbook of Pediatric Infectious Diseases helps you put the very latest knowledge to work for your young patients with unparalleled coverage of everything from epidemiology, public health, and preventive medicine through clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, and much more. Ideal for all physicians, whether in an office or hospital setting, Feigin and Cherry’s equips you with trusted answers to your most challenging clinical infectious disease questions. Meet your most difficult clinical challenges in pediatric infectious disease, including today’s more aggressive infectious and resistant strains as well as emerging and re-emerging diseases, with unmatched, comprehensive coverage of immunology, epidemiology, public health, preventive medicine, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, and much more. Find the answers you need quickly thanks to an organization both by organ system and by etiologic microorganism, allowing you to easily approach any topic from either direction.

Pioneers In Microbiology: The Human Side Of Science
Pioneers In Microbiology: The Human Side Of Science

Author: King-thom Chung

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 2017-08-23

Total Pages: 599

ISBN-13: 9813200383

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Pasteurization, penicillin, Koch's postulates, and gene coding. These discoveries and inventions are vital yet commonplace in modern life, but were radical when first introduced to the public and academia. In this book, the life and times of leading pioneers in microbiology are discussed in vivid detail, focusing on the background of each discovery and the process in which they were developed — sometimes by accident or sheer providence.

Biological Engagement Programs: Reducing Threats and Strengthening Global Health Security Through Scientific Collaboration
Biological Engagement Programs: Reducing Threats and Strengthening Global Health Security Through Scientific Collaboration

Author: Jeanne M. Fair

Publisher: Frontiers Media SA

Published: 2017-09-13

Total Pages: 201

ISBN-13: 2889452735

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Biological engagement programs are a set of projects or activities between partner countries that strengthen global health security to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. Engagement programs are an effective way to work collaboratively towards a common threat reduction goal, usually with a strong focus on strengthening health systems and making the world a safer place. Cooperative programs are built upon trust and sharing of information and resources to increase the capacity and capabilities of partner countries. Biological engagement programs reduce the threat of infectious disease with a focus on pathogens of security concern, such as those pathogens identified by the U.S. Government as Biological Select Agent and Toxins. These programs seek to develop technical or scientific relationships between countries to combat infectious diseases both in humans and animals. Through laboratory biorisk management, diagnostics, pathogen detection, biosurveillance and countermeasure development for infectious diseases, deep relationships are fostered between countries. Biological engagement programs are designed to address dual-use issues in pathogen research by promoting responsible science methodologies and cultures. Scientific collaboration is a core mechanism for engagement programs are designed to strengthen global health security, including prevention of avoidable epidemics; detection of threats as early as possible; and rapid and effective outbreak response. This Research Topic discusses Biological Engagement Programs, highlighting the successes and challenges of these cooperative programs. Articles in this topic outlined established engagement programs as well as described what has been learned from historical cooperative engagement programs not focused on infectious diseases. Articles in this topic highlighted selected research, trainings, and programs in Biological Engagement Programs from around the world. This Topic eBook first delves into Policies and Lessons Learned; then describes Initiatives in Biosafety & Biosecurity; the core of this work documents Cooperative Research Results from the field; then lastly the Topic lays out potential Future Directions to the continued success of the World’s cooperative science in reducing the threat of infectious diseases.

Textbook of Diagnostic Microbiology - E-Book
Textbook of Diagnostic Microbiology - E-Book

Author: Connie R. Mahon

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2018-01-18

Total Pages: 1090

ISBN-13: 0323482120

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Learn to develop the problem-solving skills necessary for success in the clinical setting! The Textbook of Diagnostic Microbiology, 6th Edition uses a reader-friendly "building-block" approach to the essentials of diagnostic microbiology. This updated edition has new content on viruses like Zika, an expanded molecular chapter, and the latest information on prevention, treatment modalities, and CDC guidelines. Updated photos offer clear examples of automated lab instruments, while case studies, review questions, and learning objectives present information in an easy-to-understand, accessible manner for students at every level. - A building-block approach encourages you to use previously learned information to sharpen critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. - Full-color design, with many full-color photomicrographs, prepares you for the reality of diagnostic microbiology. - A case study at the beginning of each chapter provides you with the opportunity to form your own questions and answers through discussion points. - Hands-on procedures describe exactly what takes place in the micro lab, making content more practical and relevant. - Agents of bioterrorism chapter furnishes you with the most current information about this hot topic. - Issues to Consider boxes encourages you to analyze important points. - Case Checks throughout each chapter tie content to case studies for improved understanding. - Bolded key terms at the beginning of each chapter equip you with a list of the most important and relevant terms in each chapter. - Learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter supply you with a measurable outcome to achieve by completing the material. - Review questions for each learning objective help you think critically about the information in each chapter, enhancing your comprehension and retention of material. - Learning assessment questions at the conclusion of each chapter allow you to evaluate how well you have mastered the material. - Points to Remember sections at the end of each chapter identify key concepts in a quick-reference, bulleted format. - An editable and printable lab manual provides you with additional opportunities to learn course content using real-life scenarios with questions to reinforce concepts. - Glossary of key terms at the end of the book supplies you with a quick reference for looking up definitions. - NEW! Content about Zika and other viruses supplies students with the latest information on prevention, treatment modalities, and CDC guidelines. - NEW! Expanded Molecular Diagnostics chapter analyzes and explains new and evolving techniques. - NEW! Updated photos helps familiarize you with the equipment you'll use in the lab. - NEW! Reorganized and refocused Mycology chapter helps you better understand the toxicity of fungi. - NEW! Updated content throughout addresses the latest information in diagnostic microbiology.