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Dark Wire: The Incredible True Story of the Largest Sting Operation Ever
by Joseph CoxThe inside story of the largest law-enforcement sting operation ever, in which the FBI made its own tech start-up to wiretap the world, shows how cunning both the authorities and drug traffickers have become, with privacy implications for everyone. In 2018, a powerful app for secure communications called Anom took root among organized criminals. They believed Anom allowed them to conduct business in the shadows. Except for one thing: it was secretly run by the FBI. Backdoor access to Anom and a series of related investigations granted American, Australian, and European authorities a front-row seat to the underworld. Tens of thousands of criminals worldwide appeared in full view of the same agents they were trying to evade. International smugglers. Money launderers. Hitmen. A sprawling global economy as efficient and interconnected as the legal one. Officers watched drug shipments and murder plots unfold, making arrests without blowing their cover. But, as the FBI started to lose control of Anom, did the agency go too far? A painstakingly investigated exposé, Dark Wire reveals the true scale and stakes of this unprecedented operation through the agents and crooks who were there. This fly-on-the-wall thriller is a caper for our modern world, where no one can be sure who is listening in.
The Darker Side of Leadership: Pythons Devouring Crocodiles
by Manfred F. Kets de VriesManfred Kets de Vries is one of the most authoritative voices on organizational dynamics, leadership, executive coaching, and psychotherapy today. In all his roles, he has noticed that questions are now, increasingly, coming back to one thing – the wider state of the world. Using an engaging and highly readable style throughout the book, Manfred helps us to make sense of the confusing and, some might say, psychotic times in which we now live.Revealing the darker side of leadership, Manfred explores the tendency for people to adopt ‘sheeple’ or herd-like behavior, the populist threat that we are facing, the dangers that come with feelings of perceived injustice, the rise of dictatorships, and the impact of Leviathan (neo-authoritarian) leadership behavior. Guided by theoretical concepts, the book provides readers with a better understanding of the underlying forces that drive these phenomena to the surface. What are the psychological dynamics at play? Why do groups of people behave in this manner? Beyond merely diagnosing what’s happening, Manfred introduces various coping strategies to counteract the emergence of these regressive forces.The book offers a unique and original approach to answering the micro- and macro-psychological questions of how to mitigate against populism and autocratic leadership, and will be of interest to the general reader as well as the key audiences of organizational leaders, psychoanalysts, coaches, psychotherapists, sociologists and social psychologists.
The Darker Side of Leadership: Pythons Devouring Crocodiles
by Manfred F. Kets de VriesManfred Kets de Vries is one of the most authoritative voices on organizational dynamics, leadership, executive coaching, and psychotherapy today. In all his roles, he has noticed that questions are now, increasingly, coming back to one thing – the wider state of the world. Using an engaging and highly readable style throughout the book, Manfred helps us to make sense of the confusing and, some might say, psychotic times in which we now live.Revealing the darker side of leadership, Manfred explores the tendency for people to adopt ‘sheeple’ or herd-like behavior, the populist threat that we are facing, the dangers that come with feelings of perceived injustice, the rise of dictatorships, and the impact of Leviathan (neo-authoritarian) leadership behavior. Guided by theoretical concepts, the book provides readers with a better understanding of the underlying forces that drive these phenomena to the surface. What are the psychological dynamics at play? Why do groups of people behave in this manner? Beyond merely diagnosing what’s happening, Manfred introduces various coping strategies to counteract the emergence of these regressive forces.The book offers a unique and original approach to answering the micro- and macro-psychological questions of how to mitigate against populism and autocratic leadership, and will be of interest to the general reader as well as the key audiences of organizational leaders, psychoanalysts, coaches, psychotherapists, sociologists and social psychologists.
The Darker Side of Social Media: Consumer Psychology and Mental Health
by Angeline Close ScheinbaumThe Darker Side of Social Media: Consumer Psychology and Mental Health takes a research-based, scientific approach to examining problematic issues and outcomes that are related to social media use by consumers. Now in its second edition, it relies on psychological theories to help explain or predict problematic online behavior within the social media landscape through the lens of mental health.With an aim to provide solutions, the authors spotlight the key issues affecting consumer well-being and mental health due to the omnipresence and overuse of social media. The book dissects the unintended consequences of too much social media use, specifying key problems like disconnection anxiety, eating disorders, online fraud, cyberbullying, the dark web, addiction, depression, self-discrepancies, and serious privacy concerns (especially impacting children or young people). The book provides grapples with mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, and eating disorders that can be intensified by, or correlated with, too much social media use. The authors meticulously review the various facets of the darker side of online presence and propose actionable solutions for each of the problems stated, providing scholars with a conceptual model with propositions for continued research.This international exploration of social media is a must-read for students of marketing, advertising, and public relations, as well as scholars/managers of business, marketing, psychology, communication, management, and sociology. It will also be of interest to social media users, those navigating new media platforms parents, policymakers, and practitioners.
The Darker Side of Social Media: Consumer Psychology and Mental Health
The Darker Side of Social Media: Consumer Psychology and Mental Health takes a research-based, scientific approach to examining problematic issues and outcomes that are related to social media use by consumers. Now in its second edition, it relies on psychological theories to help explain or predict problematic online behavior within the social media landscape through the lens of mental health.With an aim to provide solutions, the authors spotlight the key issues affecting consumer well-being and mental health due to the omnipresence and overuse of social media. The book dissects the unintended consequences of too much social media use, specifying key problems like disconnection anxiety, eating disorders, online fraud, cyberbullying, the dark web, addiction, depression, self-discrepancies, and serious privacy concerns (especially impacting children or young people). The book provides grapples with mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, and eating disorders that can be intensified by, or correlated with, too much social media use. The authors meticulously review the various facets of the darker side of online presence and propose actionable solutions for each of the problems stated, providing scholars with a conceptual model with propositions for continued research.This international exploration of social media is a must-read for students of marketing, advertising, and public relations, as well as scholars/managers of business, marketing, psychology, communication, management, and sociology. It will also be of interest to social media users, those navigating new media platforms parents, policymakers, and practitioners.
Darkest Fear: A gripping thriller from the #1 bestselling creator of hit Netflix show Fool Me Once (Myron Bolitar #No. 7)
by Harlan CobenBestselling author and creator of the hit Netflix show Fool Me Once Harlan Coben brings us his most shocking-and deeply personal-thriller yet. And it all begins when Myron Bolitar's ex tells him he's a father . . . of a dying thirteen-year-old boy. Myron never saw it coming. A surprise visit from an ex-girlfriend is unsettling enough. But Emily Downing's news brings him to his knees. Her son Jeremy is dying and needs a bone-marrow transplant-from a donor who has vanished without a trace. Then comes the real shocker: The boy is Myron's son, conceived the night before her wedding to another man. Myron plunges into a search for the missing donor. But finding him means cracking open a dark mystery that involves a broken family, a brutal kidnapping spree, and the FBI. Somewhere in the sordid mess is the donor who disappeared. And as doubts emerge about Jeremy's true paternity, a child vanishes, igniting a chain reaction of heartbreaking truth and chilling revelation.
Darkest Mercy (Wicked Lovely Ser. #5)
by null Melissa MarrThe fifth and final breathtaking instalment in the darkly seductive and best-selling WICKED LOVELY series, about the collision of mortal and faery worlds… The Summer King is missing; the Dark Court is bleeding; and a stranger walks the streets of Huntsdale, his presence signifying the deaths of powerful fey.Torn between his new queen and his old love, Keenan left Huntsdale to wander aimlessly but after centuries of leading his court it was not long before the reality of being Summer King became too pressing. Violence seemed more inevitable by the day and the Summer Court was not yet strong enough to face conflict, so Keenan made a dangerous deal with the water fey. It is a desperate bargain he makes to strengthen his court against the coming war. Aislinn tends the Summer Court, searching for her absent king and yearning for Seth. She knows she must be a powerful queen to hold her court together, while Bananach becomes more and more dangerous, and she is losing faeries to her. Donia longs for fiery passion even as she coolly readies the Winter Court for battle. Her court is still powerful, but she must remain focused on keeping them that way and not get distracted by Keenan when he shows up at her door again. The Dark Court is thrown into chaos when they are rocked by tragedy. And Seth, sworn brother of the Dark King and heir to the High Queen, is about to make a mistake that could cost his life. They all know what Bananach seeks – the raven-faery is the embodiment of war and discord. She and her growing number of allies want mutiny and murder. Love, despair and betrayal ignite the Faeries Courts, and in the final conflict, some will win… and some will lose everything. The thrilling conclusion to Melissa Marr’s bestselling Wicked Lovely series will leave readers breathless.
Darkness Falls: The third unmissable thriller in the pulse-pounding Kate Marshall series (Kate Marshall #3)
by Robert BryndzaTHE UNMISSABLE NEW THRILLER FROM THE INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE GIRL IN THE ICE, NINE ELMS AND SHADOW SANDS, ROBERT BRYNDZA'The third Kate Marshall thriller, is the best one yet!' The Times'An exciting, riveting read from a master storyteller who never disappoints' Rachel Abbott, author of The Murder Game'A gripping page-turner that gets darker and darker . . .' Mark Griffin, author of When Angels Sleep __________Kate Marshall's detective agency takes off when she and her partner Tristan are hired to investigate a cold case from over a decade ago. Twelve years previously, a determined young journalist called Joanna Duncan exposed a political scandal that had major repercussions. In the fallout she disappeared without trace and was never found. When Kate and Tristan examine the case files, they find the trail long cold, but they discover the names of two young men who also vanished at that time. As she begins to connect their last days, Kate realizes that Joanna may have been onto something far more sinister than anyone first believed: the identity of a serial killer preying on the people who few will ever miss. But the closer Kate comes to finding the killer, the darker things become . . .__________WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT DARKNESS FALLS'What a climax! I had to pick my jaw back up from the floor' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'An exciting and thrilling read that will leave you desperate for more!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'As always this is another five star read for me from this author' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I knew as soon as I started this book, I wouldn't be able to put it down. The characters, storyline and location grabbed me and I was mesmerised through to the last page' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Kate Marshall is one of my most very favourite characters' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Darwin Mythology: Debunking Myths, Correcting Falsehoods
by Kostas KampourakisMany historical figures have their lives and works shrouded in myth, both in life and long after their deaths. Charles Darwin (1809–82) is no exception to this phenomenon and his hero-worship has become an accepted narrative. This concise, accessible and engaging collection unpacks this narrative to rehumanize Darwin's story and establish what it meant to be a 'genius' in the Victorian context. Leading Darwin scholars have come together to argue that, far from being a lonely genius in an ivory tower, Darwin had fortune, diligence and – crucially – community behind him. The aims of this essential work are twofold. First, to set the historical record straight, debunking the most pervasive myths and correcting falsehoods. Second, to provide a deeper understanding of the nature of science itself, relevant to historians, scientists and the public alike.
Das Erbe des Krieges: Die Entstehung, Entwicklung und Transformation der Lebanese Forces von einer Miliz in eine politische Partei (Politik und Gesellschaft des Nahen Ostens)
by Peter BlankDas vorliegende Buch untersucht die Entstehung und Entwicklung der Lebanese Forces als Miliz im libanesischen Bürgerkrieg (1975-1990) und ihre Transformation in eine politische Partei nach dem Ende des Krieges bis in die heutige Zeit. Als eine der wichtigsten Parteien des Landes spiegelt die Entwicklung der Lebanese Forces die wechselhafte Geschichte des Libanons seit dem Bürgerkrieg wider. Durch die Untersuchung der Organisationsstrukturen sowie von Mitgliederprofilen und Ideologie werden die Kontinuitäten und Diskontinuitäten der Parteigeschichte in ihrem historischen Kontext sichtbar gemacht und aufgezeigt, wie das Erbe des Krieges die politischen und gesellschaftlichen Entwicklungen des Libanons auch Jahrzehnte nach dem Ende der Gewalt prägt.
Das Knochenmarködem-Syndrom: Fortschritte in Diagnose und Therapie (essentials)
by Reiner BartlMit Einführung der Magnetresonanztomographie (MRT) als bildgebende Methode für die klinische Routine in den 80er Jahren kann erstmals das Knochenmarködem (KMÖ) eindeutig diagnostiziert werden. Der lokale Nachweis eines KMÖ im Rahmen von orthopädischen, sportmedizinischen und unfallchirurgischen Erkrankungen führte zum Begriff des „Knochenmarködem-Syndroms“ (KMÖS). Diese radiologisch-klinische Entität ist mit massiven Schmerzen und Bewegungseinschränkung verbunden. Während früher eine Anbohrung des ödematösen Bezirks als „Mittel der Wahl“ galt, stehen heute effektive Medikamente, biophysikalische Verfahren und Kombinationstherapien zur Verfügung, die zu einer Ausheilung des Ödems führen.
Das letzte Coaching: Wie Sie eigene Stärken durch Selbstcoaching erfolgreich fördern (essentials)
by Yevhen BohdanovWarum sind manche Menschen erfolgreicher und glücklicher als andere? Geht es um Talente oder Genies? Nein! Ihre Stärken haben Sie genügend! Unser Problem ist nicht, dass wir weniger Stärken als nötig haben; unser Problem ist, dass wir das Vorhandene nicht anwenden. Welche Stärken haben Sie persönlich, wie lässt es sich feststellen und wie können Sie sie umsetzen? Was wird Ihnen nie gelingen, auch wenn Sie sich anstrengen? Im Buch nehme ich Sie an die Hand und zeige Ihnen an Praxisbeispielen sowie mehrjähriger Beobachtungen meinen ganz pragmatischen Ansatz. Viel Spaß und Erfolg!
Das Metaversum zerstalten: Virtuelle Realität, Vielfalt, Kultur (Digitale Gesellschaft #71)
by Katharina Haverich Lucas KusterDas Metaversum ist eine Baustelle - und zwar eine, die es zu gestalten gilt. Mit dieser These begibt sich der Sammelband in verheißungsvolle virtuelle Realitäten. Der Fokus liegt dabei auf inklusiven und kreativen Umgangsformen mit eben diesen Welten. Hierzu vereinen die Beiträge des Bandes künstlerische Arbeiten mit wissenschaftlichen Ausführungen. Dabei wagen sie Blicke jenseits disziplinärer Grenzen und bringen vielfältige Perspektiven, Hintergründe und Wahrnehmungen zusammen. Es entsteht die vorsichtige Skizze einer Vision des diversen, emanzipierten und kritischen Umgangs mit und durch Virtualität.
Das Nachleben der Künste: Von Kunst und Künsten zu Materialien und Orten (Ästhetiken X.0 – Zeitgenössische Konturen ästhetischen Denkens)
by Christian GrünyDie künstlerische Produktion der Gegenwart ist äußerst divers und kaum mehr auf klare Kategorien festlegbar. Es ist eine geläufige Diagnose, dass sich Disziplinengrenzen auflösen und dass letztlich alles in einer Kunst im Singular aufgeht. Das Buch vertritt die These, dass bei allen Überschreitungs- und Hybridisierungsbewegungen disziplinäre Logiken weiterhin bedeutsam sind und dass die Begriffe der Kunst im Singular und der Künste im Plural nur schlecht geeignet sind, diese Situation zu beschreiben: Sie unterschätzen die Heterogenität der künstlerischen Arbeiten bzw. suggerieren, die verschiedenen Disziplinen ließen sich sauber nebeneinander sortieren und folgten im Großen und Ganzen derselben Logik, was offensichtlich nicht der Fall ist. Als alternative Beschreibungsmöglichkeiten werden die Begriffe des Materials und des Ortes angeboten, mit denen jeweils konkrete, aber systematisch verankerte Analysen an die Stelle klarer Kategorisierungen gesetzt werden. Der Begriff des künstlerischen Materials wird von Theodor W. Adorno übernommen, aber flexibilisiert: Er ist produktiv darin, dass er die innere Historizität von Kunstwerken zu denken erlaubt und sie auf Vorläufer und Traditionslinien beziehbar macht. Er muss allerdings von der Vorstellung eines klaren Fortschritts befreit und von der Fixierung auf einzelne, getrennte Disziplinen gelöst werden. Mit dem Begriff des Ortes wird der disziplinären, architektonischen, institutionellen und geopolitischen Situierung künstlerischer Arbeiten Rechnung getragen. Die beiden Begriffe funktionieren komplementär, indem sie Materiallinien auch über Grenzen hinweg verfolgbar und die Interferenzen beschreibbar machen, die sich bei Ortswechseln ergeben.Dies ist ein Open-Access-Buch.
Das Reich: The March of the 2nd SS Panzer Division Through France, June 1944 (Zenith Military Classics Ser.)
by Max Hastings'The literary VC goes to without doubt to Max Hastings for his Das Reich . . . the story of a march that left behind a trail of blood and death, torture and heroism' Sunday TelegraphWithin days of the D-Day landings, the Das Reich 2nd SS Panzer Division marched north through France to reinforce the front-line defenders of Hitler's Fortress Europe. Veterans of the bloodiest fighting of the Russian Front, 15,000 men with their tanks and artillery, they were hounded for every mile of their march by saboteurs of the Resistance and agents of the Allied Special Forces.Along their route they took reprisals so savage they will live for ever in the chronicles of the most appalling atrocities of war. Max Hastings' Das Reich is a powerful account of their progress and a true military classic.
Das Revival der traditionellen gälischen Musik Schottlands: Die Bands Runrig und Capercaillie (Musik und Klangkultur #70)
by Martin SchröderDie traditionelle gälische Musik Schottlands feiert ein Revival. Martin Schröder betrachtet mit Runrig und Capercaillie zwei der bedeutendsten Folkgruppen des Landes. Dabei analysiert er erstmals deren Werk und das ihrer musikalischen Wegbereiter und untersucht es im Kontext musikalischer Revivalbewegungen. Mithilfe zeitgenössischer Zeitungs- und Zeitschriftenartikel, Rezensionen, zahlreicher Transkriptionen von Ausschnitten der Werke beider Bands sowie einer Vielzahl von Interviews, u.a. mit dem Runrig-Gründer Calum Macdonald und dem ehemaligen Leadsänger Donnie Munro, zeichnet er so ein vielgestaltiges Meinungsbild zur Entwicklung der traditionellen gälischen Musik in Geschichte und Gegenwart.
Data Augmentation, Labelling, and Imperfections: Third MICCAI Workshop, DALI 2023, Held in Conjunction with MICCAI 2023, Vancouver, BC, Canada, October 12, 2023, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #14379)
by Chen Chen Chao Chen Yuan Xue Lianrui Zuo Yihao LiuThis LNCS conference volume constitutes the proceedings of the 3rd International Workshop on Data Augmentation, Labeling, and Imperfections (DALI 2023), held on October 12, 2023, in Vancouver, Canada, in conjunction with the 26th International Conference on Medical Image Computing and Computer Assisted Intervention (MICCAI 2023). The 16 full papers together in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 23 submissions. The conference fosters a collaborative environment for addressing the critical challenges associated with medical data, particularly focusing on data, labeling, and dealing with data imperfections in the context of medical image analysis.
Data-Centric Artificial Intelligence for Multidisciplinary Applications
by Parikshit N. Mahalle Gitanjali R. Shinde Namrata N. WasatkarThis book explores the need for a data‑centric AI approach and its application in the multidisciplinary domain, compared to a model‑centric approach. It examines the methodologies for data‑centric approaches, the use of data‑centric approaches in different domains, the need for edge AI and how it differs from cloud‑based AI. It discusses the new category of AI technology, "data‑centric AI" (DCAI), which focuses on comprehending, utilizing, and reaching conclusions from data. By adding machine learning and big data analytics tools, data‑centric AI modifies this by enabling it to learn from data rather than depending on algorithms. It can therefore make wiser choices and deliver more precise outcomes. Additionally, it has the potential to be significantly more scalable than conventional AI methods.• Includes a collection of case studies with experimentation results to adhere to the practical approaches• Examines challenges in dataset generation, synthetic datasets, analysis, and prediction algorithms in stochastic ways• Discusses methodologies to achieve accurate results by improving the quality of data• Comprises cases in healthcare and agriculture with implementation and impact of quality data in building AI applications
Data-Centric Artificial Intelligence for Multidisciplinary Applications
by Gitanjali R. Shinde Parikshit N Mahalle Namrata Nishant WasatkarThis book explores the need for a data‑centric AI approach and its application in the multidisciplinary domain, compared to a model‑centric approach. It examines the methodologies for data‑centric approaches, the use of data‑centric approaches in different domains, the need for edge AI and how it differs from cloud‑based AI. It discusses the new category of AI technology, "data‑centric AI" (DCAI), which focuses on comprehending, utilizing, and reaching conclusions from data. By adding machine learning and big data analytics tools, data‑centric AI modifies this by enabling it to learn from data rather than depending on algorithms. It can therefore make wiser choices and deliver more precise outcomes. Additionally, it has the potential to be significantly more scalable than conventional AI methods.• Includes a collection of case studies with experimentation results to adhere to the practical approaches• Examines challenges in dataset generation, synthetic datasets, analysis, and prediction algorithms in stochastic ways• Discusses methodologies to achieve accurate results by improving the quality of data• Comprises cases in healthcare and agriculture with implementation and impact of quality data in building AI applications
Data Driven: Truckers, Technology, and the New Workplace Surveillance
by Karen LevyA behind-the-scenes look at how digital surveillance is affecting the trucking way of lifeLong-haul truckers are the backbone of the American economy, transporting goods under grueling conditions and immense economic pressure. Truckers have long valued the day-to-day independence of their work, sharing a strong occupational identity rooted in a tradition of autonomy. Yet these workers increasingly find themselves under many watchful eyes. Data Driven examines how digital surveillance is upending life and work on the open road, and raises crucial questions about the role of data collection in broader systems of social control.Karen Levy takes readers inside a world few ever see, painting a bracing portrait of one of the last great American frontiers. Federal regulations now require truckers to buy and install digital monitors that capture data about their locations and behaviors. Intended to address the pervasive problem of trucker fatigue by regulating the number of hours driven each day, these devices support additional surveillance by trucking firms and other companies. Traveling from industry trade shows to law offices and truck-stop bars, Levy reveals how these invasive technologies are reconfiguring industry relationships and providing new tools for managerial and legal control—and how truckers are challenging and resisting them.Data Driven contributes to an emerging conversation about how technology affects our work, institutions, and personal lives, and helps to guide our thinking about how to protect public interests and safeguard human dignity in the digital age.
Data-Driven Farming: Harnessing the Power of AI and Machine Learning in Agriculture
by Syed Nisar Hussain BukhariIn the dynamic realm of agriculture, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) emerge as catalysts for unprecedented transformation and growth. The emergence of big data, Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, and advanced analytics has opened up new possibilities for farmers to collect and analyze data in real-time, make informed decisions, and increase efficiency. AI and ML are key enablers of data-driven farming, allowing farmers to use algorithms and predictive models to gain insights into crop health, soil quality, weather patterns, and more. Agriculture is an industry that is deeply rooted in tradition, but the landscape is rapidly changing with the emergence of new technologies.Data-Driven Farming: Harnessing the Power of AI and Machine Learning in Agriculture is a comprehensive guide that explores how the latest advances in technology can help farmers make better decisions and maximize yields. It offers a detailed overview of the intersection of data, AI, and ML in agriculture and offers real-world examples and case studies that demonstrate how these tools can help farmers improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase profitability. Exploring how AI and ML can be used to achieve sustainable and profitable farming practices, the book provides an introduction to the basics of data-driven farming, including an overview of the key concepts, tools, and technologies. It also discusses the challenges and opportunities facing farmers in today’s data-driven landscape. Covering such topics as crop monitoring, weather forecasting, pest management, and soil health management, the book focuses on analyzing data, predicting outcomes, and optimizing decision-making in a range of agricultural contexts.
Data-Driven Farming: Harnessing the Power of AI and Machine Learning in Agriculture
In the dynamic realm of agriculture, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) emerge as catalysts for unprecedented transformation and growth. The emergence of big data, Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, and advanced analytics has opened up new possibilities for farmers to collect and analyze data in real-time, make informed decisions, and increase efficiency. AI and ML are key enablers of data-driven farming, allowing farmers to use algorithms and predictive models to gain insights into crop health, soil quality, weather patterns, and more. Agriculture is an industry that is deeply rooted in tradition, but the landscape is rapidly changing with the emergence of new technologies.Data-Driven Farming: Harnessing the Power of AI and Machine Learning in Agriculture is a comprehensive guide that explores how the latest advances in technology can help farmers make better decisions and maximize yields. It offers a detailed overview of the intersection of data, AI, and ML in agriculture and offers real-world examples and case studies that demonstrate how these tools can help farmers improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase profitability. Exploring how AI and ML can be used to achieve sustainable and profitable farming practices, the book provides an introduction to the basics of data-driven farming, including an overview of the key concepts, tools, and technologies. It also discusses the challenges and opportunities facing farmers in today’s data-driven landscape. Covering such topics as crop monitoring, weather forecasting, pest management, and soil health management, the book focuses on analyzing data, predicting outcomes, and optimizing decision-making in a range of agricultural contexts.
Data Management in Large-Scale Education Research
by Crystal LewisResearch data management is becoming more complicated. Researchers are collecting more data, using more complex technologies, all the while increasing the visibility of our work with the push for data sharing and open science practices. Ad hoc data management practices may have worked for us in the past, but now others need to understand our processes as well, requiring researchers to be more thoughtful in planning their data management routines. This book is for anyone involved in a research study involving original data collection. While the book focuses on quantitative data, typically collected from human participants, many of the practices covered can apply to other types of data as well. The book contains foundational context, instructions, and practical examples to help researchers in the field of education begin to understand how to create data management workflows for large-scale, typically federally funded, research studies. The book starts by describing the research life cycle and how data management fits within this larger picture. The remaining chapters are then organized by each phase of the life cycle, with examples of best practices provided for each phase. Finally, considerations on whether the reader should implement, and how to integrate those practices into a workflow, are discussed. Key Features:
Data Mining in Biomedical Imaging, Signaling, and Systems
by Rajendra Acharya U Sumeet DuaData mining can help pinpoint hidden information in medical data and accurately differentiate pathological from normal data. It can help to extract hidden features from patient groups and disease states and can aid in automated decision making. Data Mining in Biomedical Imaging, Signaling, and Systems provides an in-depth examination of the biomedi
The Data Preparation Journey: Finding Your Way with R (Chapman & Hall/CRC Data Science Series)
by Martin Hugh MonkmanThe Data Preparation Journey: Finding Your Way With R introduces the principles of data preparation within in a systematic approach that follows a typical data science or statistical workflow. With that context, readers will work through practical solutions to resolving problems in data using the statistical and data science programming language R. These solutions include examples of complex real-world data, adding greater context and exposing the reader to greater technical challenges. This book focuses on the Import to Tidy to Transform steps. It demonstrates how “Visualise” is an important part of Exploratory Data Analysis, a strategy for identifying potential problems with the data prior to cleaning.This book is designed for readers with a working knowledge of data manipulation functions in R or other programming languages. It is suitable for academics for whom analyzing data is crucial, businesses who make decisions based on the insights gleaned from collecting data from customer interactions, and public servants who use data to inform policy and program decisions. The principles and practices described within The Data Preparation Journey apply regardless of the context.Key Features: Includes R package containing the code and data sets used in the book Comprehensive examples of data preparation from a variety of disciplines Defines the key principles of data preparation, from access to publication