During the past few years, a considerable number of monographs on bone tumors have been published. They are mainly restricted to bone tumors as clinical-pathological entities, since their diagnosis, more than that of other tumors, requires the interdisciplinary cooperation between orthopedic specialist, radiologist, and pathologist. However, investiga tions concerning the histogenesis of bone tumors are rather limited, although they might be helpful in explaining the unique morphological h...

Master Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery: Orthopaedic Oncology and Complex Reconstruction focuses on bone and soft tissue tumors, which are among the most challenging problems for orthopaedic surgeons to manage. The book is broad in scope and includes coverage of massive reconstruction following trauma. The international authorship includes outstanding surgeons from Germany, Austria, Italy, Australia, and Great Britain in addition to the United States. The contributors describe their prefe...

From the moment he saw his first Tillandsia in New Zealand, Sim Eng Hiang has worked tirelessly to cultivate, preserve, promote, and photograph these exotic treasures. Here, an esteemed member of the Royal Photographic Society of Great Britain shares his lifes work as a naturalist and photographer for one of the plant kingdoms finest creations, the Tillandsia. His photographs were taken throughout the year with only the natural light of the morning. To showcase the dramatic colour changes ...

Sharks belong to the oldest vertebrate species that possess immune systems similar to that of mammals. This makes them a great model species to study the fundamentals of the mammalian immune system. This book describes the cellular, genetic, and molecular specifics of immune systems in sharks and uses them to understand shark immunity as well as the evolution of immune systems in more recently-evolved vertebrates. Written by global experts, the book will be a resource for immunologists, ge...

Reviews developments in understanding and protecting genetic diversity in rice, and how this translates into marker-assisted and other developments in breeding;Discusses advances in breeding varieties with enhanced properties such as high yield and drought tolerance;Summarises current research on understanding and improving nutritional properties such as vitamin and mineral content

When the memories of passengers aboard a train traveling between life and death are stolen, one soul must team up with a grim reaper to restore them - or risk being trapped in limbo for ever - in this heartfelt Korean fantasy adventure. Perfect for fans of The Dallergut Dream Department Store, The Moon Glow Bookshop and Marigold Mind Laundry.When Suhan Cha wakes dazed and...

The rules of business are being rewritten.Artificial intelligence is becoming infrastructure. Platforms are reshaping how value moves between companies and customers. Data is turning into a competitive asset, while ESG and the circular economy are creating entirely new models for growth. In this rapidly changing environment, yesterday’s strategies are no longer enough.RULE BREAKERS explores how innovative companies redesign the fundamental logic of business: who they serve,...

Stablecoins are not a cryptocurrency investment story. They are digital currencies pegged one-to-one to the dollar, and right now — quietly but rapidly — they are reshaping how global trade is settled, how supply chain finance works, and how assets are made liquid. When the United States formalized stablecoins through the GENIUS Act (Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act), it was not simply a gesture of support for a new industry. It was a national strategy ...

In the realm of international relations, there are seemingly few states like North Korea. Whether it is the country’s human rights situation, its precarious everyday life or its so-called foreign policy of coercion and nuclear brinkmanship, no matter what this ‘pariah’ nation says and does it affects the state and stability of regional and global politics. But what do we know about North Korea and how do we come to know it? This book argues that visual imagery plays a decisive role in this...

What if money could do more than simply move from one account to another?Target Money explores how stablecoins can evolve beyond faster and cheaper payments to become programmable infrastructure for trust. Rather than treating blockchain as a purely technical innovation, the book examines how digital money can be designed around specific purposes, contractual conditions, verified performance, and real-world demand.Drawing on economics, finance, governance, regulation, ESG, ...

Completeness in Christ is focused on becoming totally dependent on Jesus Christ. It is designated as a tool to assist with the daily steps taken toward striving for perfection in spiritual growth.

Coras Finding True Self is for those who wish to seek their authentic self, genuinely love themselves, and live the life that they are supposed to live.