This book looks at migration in contemporary society and its interrelations with development. It presents the complexities and dilemmas associated with migration, the changes in theoretical and historical perspectives on migration and development, and the role of policies and the sustainable development goals in this context.The volume views migration as a phenomenon for advancing human development outcomes. It deals with wide-ranging issues including labour migration, the idea of ...

This book introduces the fundamental principles of understanding business requirements to apply enterprise resource planning (ERP) in order to meet business needs. The book also helps readers understand the usage of ERP for monitoring and controlling business processes, while providing practical oriented solutions to the design and implementation of ERP. Using the provided framework, a business can decide to provide more value at lower cost which increases its competitive advantage. This s...

This monograph covers the theory of finite and infinite matrices over the fields of real numbers, complex numbers and over quaternions. Emphasizing topics such as sections or truncations and their relationship to the linear operator theory on certain specific separable and sequence spaces, the authors explore techniques like conformal mapping, iterations and truncations that are used to derive precise estimates in some cases and explicit lower and upper bounds for solutions in the other ca...

Bioinformatics deals with computational and mathematical approaches for understanding and processing biological data. This book highlights the computational procedures and the applications evolving around biological data, including usage of decision sciences for a variety of applications, namely text mining, "OMIC" sciences, systems biology, analyzing biological/medical images, computer-aided diagnosis/treatment of diseases, decision sciences for public health with COVID-19 data, biodivers...

This book explores the latest advancements in transportation systems through the lens of engineering and technology. It covers innovative solutions that enhance the safety, efficiency, sustainability, and connectivity of modern transportation networks. From intelligent transportation systems and autonomous vehicles to smart infrastructure and high-speed rail, this book offers a comprehensive overview of the technologies shaping the future of mobility worldwide.The book delves into ...

This book addresses and disseminates state-of-the-art research and development in the applications of intelligent techniques for smart grids and renewable energy systems. This helps the readers to grasp the extensive point of view and the essence of the recent advances in this field. The book solicits contributions from active researchers which include theory, case studies and intelligent paradigms pertaining to the smart grid and renewable energy systems. The prospective audience would be...

"In a world where free will is being erased by algorithms, one man must fight to remain unpredictable."Detective David Miller's life is shattered when he discovers that his existence—and the lives of his family—are being manipulated by an invisible, omnipresent system known as 'Project Angel.' As data-driven surveillance blurs the line between convenience and control, Miller finds himself trapped in a high-stakes conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons...

What if the ghosts of your past didn't just haunt your memories—what if they returned to systematically dismantle your entire world? Step into The Broken Glass, a masterclass in psychological suspense and relentless retribution set against the haunting, unforgiving backdrop of the Australian Outback—where scorching heat, blinding red dust storms, and profound isolation trap you with your deepest fears. When Arthur Sterling returns with a calculated, unyielding drive for revenge, he...

In a world dominated by corporate greed, one man's vision becomes the ultimate act of defiance.Andrew Cardwell, a man defined by his integrity and quiet strength, arrives in the secluded valley of Blue Creek with a simple dream—to build a sanctuary rooted in community, mutual respect, and shared labor. But beneath the serene landscape lies a battlefield. As a powerful corporation sets its sights on the valley, viewing it as nothing more than a profitable as...

Albert is a brilliant architect of a top-secret project, but his life turns into a living nightmare when he discovers a catastrophic flaw in the system's core code. Marked for elimination by a cold-blooded operative named Franco, Albert realizes he has nowhere left to turn. In a desperate, high-stakes gamble for survival, he initiates the "Consciousness Bridge"—a radical process designed to upload his own mind into the digital network.But his escape plan qu...

"What if your most precious memories were actually stolen from the dead? What if the secrets you harbor are just a 'coffin' for someone else's sins? What if, when you wake up tomorrow, your entire past has been erased and replaced with the haunted history of a stranger?Dr. Alistair Finch arrives at the haunting Blackwood Manor to cure a man's mind, only to discover a terrifying, high-tech secret: memory isn't just a file—it's a final resting place for the darkest human impulses. As...

In the halls of Westminster, the truth is just a mask worn by the powerful.Arthur Bennett is a ghost in the machine. To the corridors of British power, he is nothing more than a stuttering clerk, an invisible man lost in the labyrinth of bureaucracy. But behind his unassuming exterior lies the mind of a grandmaster—a man who has spent years watching the world's most dangerous political chess game from the sidelines.The world thinks ...