Biomedical scientists are the foundation of modern healthcare, from cancer screening to diagnosing HIV, from blood transfusion for surgery to food poisoning and infection control. Without biomedical scientists, the diagnosis of disease, the evaluation of the effectiveness of treatment, and research into the causes and cures of disease would not be possible. The Fundamentals of Biomedical Science series has been written to reflect the challenges of practicing biomedical science today.

Offshore Wind Farms: Technologies, Design and Operation provides the latest information on offshore wind energy, one of Europe's most promising and quickly maturing industries, and a potentially huge untapped renewable energy source which could contribute significantly towards EU 20-20-20 renewable energy generation targets. It has been estimated that by 2030 Europe could have 150GW of offshore wind energy capacity, meeting 14% of our power demand. Offshore Wind Farms: Technologies, Design an...

For courses in computer programming for business and engineering. Introduction and Advancement in C++ ProgrammingAbsolute C++ is a comprehensive introduction to the C++ programming language. The text is organized around the specific use of C++, providing students with an opportunity to master the language completely.

Adaptable to a wide range of users, the text is appropriate for beginner to advanced programmers familiar with the C++ language. The Sixth Edition covers everything from basic sy...

Dit boek is een onderlegger bij de dvd-rom “Het status mentalis onderzoek als geneeskundige vaardigheid”. Wij hechten eraan op te merken dat het observeren en exploreren van emoties en gedrag onafhankelijk is van de klachtenpresentatie door de patiënt.

Omdat psychopathologische verschijnselen per casus in meer of mindere mate aan de orde komen of beter zijn te demonstreren, worden meerdere casus getoond. Door specifieke verschijnselen, die in een bepaalde casus naar voren komen, te benad...

"On Writing Well is a bible for a generation of writers looking for clues to clean, compelling prose." New York Times

A beloved classic, this definitive volume on the art of writing nonfiction celebrates its thirtieth anniversary.

On Writing Well, which grew out of a course that William Zinsser taught at Yale, has been praised for its sound advice, its clarity, and for the warmth of its style. It is a book for anybody who wants to learn how to write or who needs to do some writing to get thro...

This is an exciting and innovative core textbook that focuses on the micro-level analysis of TM as a dynamic capability. Now in its second edition and fully updated throughout, it systematically addresses the major tools and techniques needed for businesses to successfully conduct TM activities. Arguing that there is no single best way to manage technology in a company and there is no mechanistic route to success, this accessible handbook provides a wealth of resources designed to increase th...

A mother whose child has had a cochlear implant tells Laura Mauldin why enrollment in the sign language program at her daughter's school is plummeting: "The majority of parents want their kids to talk." Some parents, however, feel very differently, because "curing" deafness with cochlear implants is uncertain, difficult, and freighted with judgment about what is normal, acceptable, and right. Made to Hear sensitively and thoroughly considers the structure and culture of the systems we have bu...

The first teacher's guide to the proven counseling approach known as motivational interviewing (MI), this pragmatic book shows how to use everyday interactions with students as powerful opportunities for change.

Everything you know about the future is wrong. Presumptive Design: Design Provocations for Innovation is for people “inventing? the future: future products, services, companies, strategies and policies. It introduces a design-research method that shortens time to insights from months to days.

Presumptive Design is a fundamentally agile approach to identifying your audiences’ key needs. Offering rapidly crafted artifacts, your teams collaborate with your customers to identify preferred and...

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"A must read for anyone hoping to live a creative life... I dare you not to be inspired to be brave, to be free, and to be curious." -PopSugar

From the worldwide bestselling author of Eat Pray Love and City of Girls: the path to the vibrant, fulfilling life you've dreamed of.

Readers of all ages and walks of life have drawn inspiration and empowerment from Elizabeth Gilbert's books for years. Now this beloved author digs de...