Noise as a Constructive Element in Music: Theoretical and Music-Analytical Perspectives
English | 2022 | ISBN: 1032200391 | 233 Pages | PDF (True) | 6 MB
Music and noise seem to be mutually exclusive. Music is generally considered as an ordered arrangement of sounds pleasing to the ear and noise as its opposite: chaotic, ugly, aggressive, sometimes even deafening. When presented in a musical context, noise can thus act as a tool to express resistance to predominant cultural values, to society or to socioeconomic structures (including those of the music industry). The oppositional stance confirms current notions of noise as something which is destructive, a belief not only cherished by hard-core rock bands but also shared by engineers and companies developing devices to suppress or reduce noise in our daily environment.

New applications of nmr in drug discovery and development By
2013 | 584 Pages | ISBN: 1849734445 | PDF | 17 MB
Content: Introduction; Part I. Small Molecules, Proteins, Cellular Systems: New Applications of High; Resolution NMR in Drug Discovery and Development; Solid-state NMR in Drug Discovery and Development; Part II. The Whole Organism in Vivo: Increased Sensitivity Using Cryogenic; Radiofrequency Coils: Application to In Vivo Phenotyping of Mice; Recent Developments of Contrast Agents, CEST and Low Fields; Pharmacological fMRI in Drug Discovery and Development; Part III. Translational drug discovery: From Biological Models to the Clinics; Translational Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Spectroscopy: Opportunities and Challenges

Nature and Naturalism in Classical German Philosophy
by Luca Corti and Johannes-Georg Schulein
English | 2023 | ISBN: 0367541726 | 298 Pages | True PDF | 6.77 MB

Nanoscience for the conservation of works of art By
2013 | 514 Pages | ISBN: 1849735662 | PDF | 21 MB
Content: Cultural Heritage Artefacts and Conservation: Surfaces and Interfaces; The Degradation of Works of Art Materials; Conservation Treatments: Cleaning, Consolidation and Protection; Cleaning I: Solvents and Solutions; Cleaning I: Application; Cleaning II: Surfactants and Micellar Solutions; Cleaning II: Applications and Case Studies; Cleaning III: Emulsions and Microemulsions; Cleaning III: Applications and Case Studies; Cleaning IV: Gels and Polymeric Dispersions

David P. Auerswald, "NATO in Afghanistan: Fighting Together, Fighting Alone"
English | ISBN: 0691170878 | 2016 | 280 pages | EPUB | 2 MB
Modern warfare is almost always multilateral to one degree or another, requiring countries to cooperate as allies or coalition partners. Yet as the war in Afghanistan has made abundantly clear, multilateral cooperation is neither straightforward nor guaranteed. Countries differ significantly in what they are willing to do and how and where they are willing to do it. Some refuse to participate in dangerous or offensive missions. Others change tactical objectives with each new commander. Some countries defer to their commanders while others hold them to strict account.

Xavier Gandibleux, "Multiple Criteria Optimization: State of the Art Annotated Bibliographic Surveys"
English | 2002 | pages: 519 | ISBN: 1402071280 | PDF | 6,6 mb
The generalized area of multiple criteria decision making (MCDM) can be defined as the body of methods and procedures by which the concern for multiple conflicting criteria can be formally incorporated into the analytical process. MCDM consists mostly of two branches, multiple criteria optimization and multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA). While MCDA is typically concerned with multiple criteria problems that have a small number of alternatives often in an environment of uncertainty (location of an airport, type of drug rehabilitation program), multiple criteria optimization is typically directed at problems formulated within a mathematical programming framework, but with a stack of objectives instead of just one (river basin management, engineering component design, product distribution). It is about the most modern treatment of multiple criteria optimization that this book is concerned. I look at this book as a nicely organized and well-rounded presentation of what I view as "new wave" topics in multiple criteria optimization. Looking back to the origins of MCDM, most people agree that it was not until about the early 1970s that multiple criteria optimization c- gealed as a field. At this time, and for about the following fifteen years, the focus was on theories of multiple objective linear programming that subsume conventional (single criterion) linear programming, algorithms for characterizing the efficient set, theoretical vector-maximum dev- opments, and interactive procedures.

Leonard David, "Moon Rush: The New Space Race"
English | 2019 | ISBN: 1426220057 | EPUB | pages: 224 | 46.3 mb
Veteran space journalist digs into the science and technology-past, present, and future-central to our explorations of Earth's only satellite, the space destination most hotly pursued today.

Moon Bali & Lombok: Outdoor Adventures, Local Culture, Secluded Beaches (Travel Guide) by Chantae Reden
English | June 23, 2020 | ISBN: 1640491074 | 881 pages | PDF | 79 Mb
Whether you're seeking serenity on a sandy beach, learning to freedive, or trekking to the top of a volcano, a spiritual adventure awaits with Moon Bali & Lombok. Inside you'll find:Flexible itineraries including a week in Bali or Lombok and a two-week island-hopping itinerary covering Bali, Lombok, and the Gili IslandsStrategic advice for surfers, spiritual and wellness travelers, culture mavens, and moreMust-see highlights and unique experiences: Rent a scooter and cruise past stunning rice terraces, breathe in the smell of incense and witness the Balinese Hindu rituals at Lempuyang Temple, or marvel at the cliff-top temple of Uluwatu. Crack open a fresh coconut, order authentic mie goreng from a food stand, and swap stories with local Sasak people over a thick cup of coffee. Dance until dawn at a beachfront bar or escape the crowds and find solitude on a black sand beachOutdoor adventures: Trek through rainforests to the summit of Mount Rinjani and watch the sunrise peek over the caldera rim. Swim with manta rays and sea turtles, scuba dive among shipwrecks and coral reefs, or surf the legendary wavesHow to experience Bali and Lombok like an insider, support local and sustainable businesses, avoid over-tourism, and respectfully engage with the cultureExpert insight from Chantae Reden, a writer with deep ties to both islands, on where to eat, how to get around, and where to stay, from guest cottages and beach bungalows to luxurious resortsFull-color photos and detailed maps throughoutReliable background information on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and history, as well as common customs and etiquetteHandy tools including Balinese, Sasak, and Indonesian phrasebooks, packing suggestions, and travel tips for families with kids, seniors, travelers with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ travelersWith Moon Bali & Lombok's practical tips and local know-how, you can plan your trip your way.

Modern Chinese: History and Sociolinguistics By Ping Chen
1999 | 244 Pages | ISBN: 0521641977 | PDF | 10 MB
The Chinese language, spoken by over one billion people, has undergone drastic changes over the past century. This book presents a comprehensive, up-to-date account of the development of Modern Chinese from the late nineteenth century to the 1990s. It describes and analyzes in detail, from historical and sociolinguistic perspectives, the establishment and promotion of Modern Spoken Chinese and Modern Written Chinese, and the reform of the Chinese script, and reveals the interaction of linguistic, historical and social factors in the recent development of the language.

Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Guide: Over 100 tips and tricks to help you get up and running with M365 quickly
English | 2022 | ISBN: 1801070199 | 278 Pages | PDF EPUB (True) | 36 MB
With its extensive set of tools and features for improving productivity and collaboration, Microsoft 365 is being widely adopted by organizations worldwide. This book will help not only developers but also business people and those working with information to discover tips and tricks for making the most of the apps in the Microsoft 365 suite.