The Indian banking sector has undergone a profound transformation in the wake of successive economic disruptions – the global financial crisis of 2007–09, the local banking crisis of 2013–17, the currency notes ban crisis of 2016–17, and the COVID-19 pandemic. Each episode has exposed latent vulnerabilities in the financial system: inefficiencies in intermediation, the build-up of credit risk, and structural imbalances in competition.This book offers a comprehensive empirical asses...

This textbook is the first resource specifically designed to equip business students in accounting and finance with a systematic and practical understanding of artificial intelligence (AI). Recognizing the current gap where business students often lack structured guidance on applying AI to their specific professional challenges, this book provides a comprehensive, step-by-step framework to effectively integrate AI into accounting and finance workflows. The textbook thoroughly addresses key...

Don’t you think it would have been great if someone whom you trust could be with you from the very first day of your entrepreneurial journey? Finance is regarded as the lifeblood of business, and believe me, with every passing milestone of your business, you will realize this fact even better. This book shall prove to be a long-term knowledge partner in your growth trajectory. Small and medium businesses (SMEs) always face difficulties, at least, in the initial one to three years to have a...

A practical guide offering simple, easy-to-follow health and fitness tips along with quick, nutritious recipes. The book aims to help busy people maintain a healthy lifestyle without spending too much time or effort. It covers basic exercises, nutrition advice, and meal prep ideas that can be easily incorporated into daily routines.

Master machine learning techniques with real-world projects that interface TensorFlow with R, H2O, MXNet, and other languagesKey FeaturesGain expertise in machine learning, deep learning and other techniquesBuild intelligent end-to-end projects for finance, social media, and a variety of domainsImplement multi-class classification, regression, and clusteringBook DescriptionR is one of the most popular lan...

his book is a personal account of the author's experiences living in Lagos, Nigeria, during the year 2009. It covers daily life, cultural observations, and challenges faced in one of Africa's largest cities. The book aims to give readers an insider's view of Lagos, touching on topics like transportation, food, social interactions, and the city's unique energy.

Brain Tumour Drug Development provides a clear, multidisciplinary update on modern therapies for glioblastoma and other aggressive brain tumours. The book focuses on improving drug precision, crossing the blood-brain barrier, identifying biomarkers, designing effective trials, and accelerating translation from research to real patient care. Key Features Overcomes the blood-brain barrier using advanced delivery methods Improves drug penetration & specificity with nano and polymer-based syst...

We often have a tendency to passively accept and adopt suggestions, readily embracing diverse perspectives from both familiar sources and the wider world. However, the majority fail to benefit from this approach, resorting to mere rationalization and verbalizing after encountering setbacks. People tend to seek guidance and insights externally, neglecting to explore their own inner selves. As the old adage goes, we often assign greater importance to what is distant rather than what is withi...

Brain Tumour Drug Development provides a clear, multidisciplinary update on modern therapies for glioblastoma and other aggressive brain tumours. The book focuses on improving drug precision, crossing the blood-brain barrier, identifying biomarkers, designing effective trials, and accelerating translation from research to real patient care. Key Features Overcomes the blood-brain barrier using advanced delivery methods Improves drug penetration & specificity with nano and polymer-based syst...

A true story of survival during a sudden blizzard in Moscow's Khimki region in 2011. The author, on a business trip to visit a store, finds themselves trapped in a severe snowstorm. The book details their experiences, challenges faced, and strategies used to survive the unexpectedly harsh weather conditions in an unfamiliar environment.

The Power of Vitamin D: An Update on Its Role in Health and Disease investigates how Vitamin D deficiency contributes to the onset, progression, and severity of a wide spectrum of diseases. Rooted in molecular biology and clinical evidence, the book presents a contemporary, research-driven examination of Vitamin D and its influence on human health. The book explains the underlying molecular pathways through which inadequate Vitamin D levels disrupt physiological balance. Providing insights...

Master a range of machine learning domains with real-world projects using TensorFlow for R, H2O, MXNet, and moreKey FeaturesMaster machine learning, deep learning, and predictive modeling concepts in R 3.5Build intelligent end-to-end projects for finance, retail, social media, and a variety of domainsImplement smart cognitive models with helpful tips and best practicesBook DescriptionR is one of the most popular languages whe...