Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis
Author: Institute of Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 457
Release: 2001-08-10
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0309072859

Multiple sclerosis is a chronic and often disabling disease of the nervous system, affecting about 1 million people worldwide. Even though it has been known for over a hundred years, no cause or cure has yet been discovered-but now there is hope. New therapies have been shown to slow the disease progress in some patients, and the pace of discoveries about the cellular machinery of the brain and spinal cord has accelerated. This book presents a comprehensive overview of multiple sclerosis today, as researchers seek to understand its processes, develop therapies that will slow or halt the disease and perhaps repair damage, offer relief for specific symptoms, and improve the abilities of MS patients to function in their daily lives. The panel reviews existing knowledge and identifies key research questions, focusing on: Research strategies that have the greatest potential to understand the biological mechanisms of recovery and to translate findings into specific strategies for therapy. How people adapt to MS and the research needed to improve the lives of people with MS. Management of disease symptoms (cognitive impairment, depression, spasticity, vision problems, and others). The committee also discusses ways to build and financially support the MS research enterprise, including a look at challenges inherent in designing clinical trials. This book will be important to MS researchers, research funders, health care advocates for MS research and treatment, and interested patients and their families.

Periodontics

Periodontics
Author: Sherie A Dowsett
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2000-11-27
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781853179815

Research is challenging our traditional approaches to treatment needs by emphasizing the wide variation in individual susceptibility to periodontal diseases and tooth loss. Epidemiological and laboratory studies have provided valuable information concerning the influence of genetics and host response mechanisms in this context. This text combines the expertise of the researcher and that of the clinician in reviewing our current concepts of periodontal diseases, discussing many of the influences that play a part in their development, and examining the changes in treatment strategies for their effective clinical management. It provides a clear overview of techniques, and students, clinicians and dental specialists in periodontics and restorative dentistry will find this an invaluable reference in their clinical practice.

Bringing the State Back In

Bringing the State Back In
Author: Social Science Research Council (U.S.). Committee on States and Social Structures
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 406
Release: 1985-09-13
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780521313131

Papers from a conference held at Mount Kisco, N.Y., Feb. 1982, sponsored by the Committee on States and Social Structures, the Joint Committee on Latin American Studies, and the Joint Committee on Western European Studies of the Social Science Research Council. Includes bibliographies and index.

Financial Strategies for the Manager

Financial Strategies for the Manager
Author: Charles Priester
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 229
Release: 2010-03-30
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3540709665

Part of Tsinghua University Texts, Financial Strategies for the Manager includes a range of financial management issues such as financial statement analysis, a systematic approach to financial performance appraisal, liquidity management and sales growth, working capital management, budgeting, foreign exchange and interest rate risk management, and a most useful tool not normally understood – EVA. The book is written in a concise and accessible style, minimizing the use of the technical jargon and complicated mathematical formulae. Included exercises enhance student learning and examples bolster ability to understand and use concepts in day-to-day situations. The material was originally developed for a large corporate client in the telecommunications business to assist non-financial managers in understanding financial theories in a practical way. It was expanded and revised into a text for a post-graduate course of the Asia/Pacific Management Co-operative Program, Capilano University, BC, Canada. Charles Priester is a professor at Capilano University of Canada; Jincheng Wang is a professor at the International Business School of Tianjin Foreign Studies University of China.

Emergent Strategies for E-Business Processes, Services and Implications: Advancing Corporate Frameworks

Emergent Strategies for E-Business Processes, Services and Implications: Advancing Corporate Frameworks
Author: Lee, In
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 424
Release: 2008-12-31
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1605661554

"This book presents a collection of research associated with the emerging e-business technologies and applications, attempting to stimulate the advancement of various e-business frameworks and applications, and to provide future research directions"--Provided by publisher.

Control Strategies of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Drive for Electric Vehicles

Control Strategies of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Drive for Electric Vehicles
Author: Chiranjit Sain
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 179
Release: 2022-10-25
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1000484858

To reduce the emissions of greenhouse gasses and maintain environmental sustainability, electric vehicles play a vital role in a modern energy-efficient environment. Permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSMs) are widely employed in electric vehicle technology due to their high dynamic response, better torque-speed characteristics, noiseless operation, high power density, high efficiency and power factor as compared to other conventional motor drives. This book demonstrates the development of various control strategies and illustrates the dynamic performance intensification of a PMSM drive. To ensure the faster dynamic behaviour and flexibility in control under various operating conditions, the performance of a PMSM drive has been explained. Finally, control strategies have been executed through mathematical modelling and illustration of several case studies for optimal operation. Features: Introduces performance indicators in a self-controlled PMSM machine to justify the dynamic behaviour Discusses comparative performance study and optimization of the drive performance Provides a detailed comparative performance analysis between classical and fuzzy logic controllers in a PMSM drive Includes illustrations and case studies using mathematical modelling and real-time test results Discusses the state of the art in solar-powered energy-efficient PMSM drives with various issues This book is aimed at researchers, graduate students and libraries in electrical engineering with specialization in electric vehicles.

ASVAB 2017-2018 Strategies, Practice & Review with 4 Practice Tests

ASVAB 2017-2018 Strategies, Practice & Review with 4 Practice Tests
Author: Kaplan Test Prep
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 649
Release: 2016-07-05
Genre: Study Aids
ISBN: 1506210384

Kaplan's ASVAB 2017-2018 Strategies, Practice & Review features proven strategies and realistic practice for all sections of the ASVAB and AFQT. Comprehensive subject review, expert tips, and detailed explanations will help you face the test with confidence. Essential Practice More than 1,000 realistic practice questions with explanations Three full-length ASVAB practice tests with detailed explanations in the book One mobile-enabled practice test online for studying on-the-go Detailed subject review, including targeted strategies for vocabulary questions and math problem solving An extensive word list to help you build your vocabulary Expert Guidance Comprehensive content review and specific methods for tackling all technical topics: science, electronics, auto/shop, mechanical information, and object assembly Specific strategies for mastering the Computer Based Test format Kaplan's expert psychometricians ensure our practice questions and study materials are true to the test. We invented test prep—Kaplan (www.kaptest.com) has been helping students for almost 80 years. Our proven strategies have helped legions of students achieve their dreams. Want additional online practice tests, flashcards, and extra online practice? Try ASVAB Premier 2017-2018.