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      • Altair 4 Multimedia

        ALTAIR 4 Multimedia was established in 1986 byAlessandro Furlan, Pietro Galifi and Stefano Moretti, who conceived the studio as an actual workshop where various technological and artistic disciplines would interact in a coordinated and rewarding dialogue.The members of the Altair4 creative team come from diverse backgrounds and experience in computer animation, graphic arts, design and broadcast production.The ongoing dialogue between past and present characterizes all Altair4 productions and its innovative and multi-faceted approach to creating computer products where advanced technological tools and artistic and cultural processes are joined.

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      • Trusted Partner
        September 2015

        Multitasking

        Komplexe Anforderungen im Arbeitsalltag verstehen, bewerten und bewältigen

        by Zimber, Andreas; Rigotti, Thomas

      • Biology, life sciences
        May 2013

        National Academies Keck Future Initiative: The Informed Brain in a Digital World

        Interdisciplinary Team Summaries

        by National Academies Keck Future Initiative

        Digital media provide humans with more access to information than ever before-a computer, tablet, or smartphone can all be used to access data online and users frequently have more than one device. However, as humans continue to venture into the digital frontier, it remains to be known whether access to seemingly unlimited information is actually helping us learn and solve complex problems, or ultimately creating more difficulty and confusion for individuals and societies by offering content overload that is not always meaningful. Throughout history, technology has changed the way humans interact with the world. Improvements in tools, language, industrial machines, and now digital information technology have shaped our minds and societies. There has always been access to more information than humans can handle, but the difference now lies in the ubiquity of the Internet and digital technology, and the incredible speed with which anyone with a computer can access and participate in seemingly infinite information exchange. Humans now live in a world where mobile digital technology is everywhere, from the classroom and the doctor's office to public transportation and even the dinner table. This paradigm shift in technology comes with tremendous benefits and risks. Interdisciplinary Research (IDR) Teams at the 2012 National Academies Keck Futures Initiative Conference on The Informed Brain in the Digital World explored common rewards and dangers to Humans among various fields that are being greatly impacted by the Internet and the rapid evolution of digital technology. Keynote speaker Clifford Nass of Stanford University opened the dialogue by offering insight into what we already know about how the "information overload" of the digital world may be affecting our brains. Nass presented the idea of the "media budget," which states that when a new media emerges, it takes time away from other media in a daily time budget. When additional media appear and there is no time left in a person's daily media budget, people begin to "double book" media time. Personal computers, tablets, and smartphones make it easy to use several media simultaneously, and according to Nass, this double-booking of media can result in chronic multitasking, which effects how people store and manage memory. Although current fast-paced work and learning environments often encourage multitasking, research shows that such multitasking is inefficient, decreases productivity, and may hinder cognitive function. National Academies Keck Future Initiative: The Informed Brain in a Digital World summarizes the happenings of this conference.

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        Children's & YA
        September 2020

        21 Hacks to Rock Your Life - TEEN Edition

        Stop Stuffing Around, Get Focused and Create a Life that Rocks!

        by Cat Coluccio

        What kind of life do you really want for yourself? Really - you've never thought about it? Why not? What if I told you that you have the possibility of bringing your dreams and goals to life. That owning your own home or car, or that creating your dream life is absolutely possible - if that's what you really want! It may take you a while to figure out your goals, but now ... (yes, right now!) is the best time to get started, as you don't need to wait until your 30s, 40s or more to achieve your goals! And Cat's book is here to help you. Do you move enough, eat right, laugh out loud, get enough sleep and hear what your teachers are saying - not just in school, but the ones who help you learn anything, anywhere, anytime? There are some amazing insights in the Teen Edition of 21 Hacks to ROCK your Life! along with easy to understand and implement Hacks that will wake you, shake you, and make you want more. Get started on creating the life you want today, by following the blueprint laid out in the book. It's time to look up, listen up, and review what might await you when you're ready to say 'Yes, I'm Ready to say Stop Stuffing Around, Get Focused and Create a Life that ROCKS!' And here's your personal handbook to help guide you there.

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        Health & Personal Development
        September 2021

        21 Hacks to Rock Your MID Life

        Release the Past, Dare to Dream and Create your Legacy

        by Cat Coluccio

        Have you hit one of those “big” birthday milestones that end with a 0? You know the ones: the big 4-0, the big 5-0 or *gulp* the big 6-0! And have you found yourself wondering “Is this it?” “Is this really it?” “Is this all my life was meant to be?” Then you have found the right book, as Cat Coluccio, takes you through the process of releasing the emotions and memories – good and bad – of your younger years, so that you can determine the purposeful life and legacy you want to create going forward. Follow along with practical action steps as Cat walks you through her 7 step model of : Awakening, Releasing, Creating Space, Project You, Ready to Launch, Lift Off Legacy  Once you've hit the big "4-0.", it feels like the clock is ticking that bit faster. Isn’t it time that you choose to truly ROCK your Midlife season and beyond?

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        Health & Personal Development
        September 2019

        21 Hacks to Rock Your Life

        Stop Procrastinating, Do That Thing, and Live Your Life On Purpose

        by Cat Coluccio

        An entertaining and engaging guide to taking control of your life so you can achieve the things that are important to you. Do you find yourself hitting the snooze button, constantly distracted by the clutter in your world, or holding yourself back from what you really want? You need to 'hack your life! With comprehensive coverage of the seven major areas of life management, 21 Hacks to ROCK your Life! is Cat Coluccio’s entertaining and engaging guide to unlock simple ways to take control of your life. Complete with step-by-step exercises to help you get out of your own way, you'll discover 21 ways to: Make the most of your resources Save time and take action Improve your environment Set yourself up for success Get more out of every opportunity, and... Plan how you are going to create the life you really want. No more waiting for life to happen to you. It's time to stop procrastinating, get unstuck, and live your best life 'On Purpose' today!

      • Programming & scripting languages: general
        December 2018

        Java 9 for Students

        by Shubhnandan S. Jamwal

        Beginning with JAVA covers the different features of the JAVA in fourteen chapters with more than ninety solved programs which have been implemented in real time JAVA environment. All these examples are explained line by line with the real time output generated by the JAVA compiler. How Unicode Character Set helps in the Internationalization of JAVA, the difference between the String and StringBuffer class, creating, importing packages and sub packages are explained by the implementing different examples. The concept of the multitasking, synchronization of multiple tasks, inter thread communication, thread priorities are also implemented. The most import important issue is the interaction of the JAVA program with the I/O devices. This concept is explained with the help of streams and the output files generated by JAVA are stored on the secondary memory. The concept of internet programming is also implemented in chapter ten, eleven and twelve of the book. The book also explains the interaction of the JAVA with the HTML files. Dynamic programming concepts are implemented with examples under the event handling. How the different commands of database management are implemented by the JDBC are also explained with their implementation. The new features in JAVA 9 that are Stream API, Private Static methods behavior, JShell etc. are also explained in the book.

      • May 2020

        Deep Work for Companies! Rethink value creation in the digital age. The Focused Company New Work-Book for companies

        Endlich wieder konzentriert arbeiten! Wertschöpfung im digitalen Zeitalter wirklich, wirklich neu denken. The Focused Company New Work-Book für Unternehmen.

        by Vera Starker, Matthias Schneider

        "Deep Work for Companies! Rethink value creation in the digital age. The Focused Company New Work-Book for companies"; Authors: Vera Starker, Matthias Schneider; With a foreword by neuroscientist Prof. Dr. Volker Busch Who is not familiar with the challenges of today's workday, which is characterized by multitasking, information overflow and fragmentation? Innovative strength and productivity fall by the wayside. Maybe working in an open-plan office, with desk sharing? Non-stop distraction is guaranteed and means that concentrated work is usually done in the evening or at home. This workbook summarizes the current state of research and knowledge on the topics of open-plan offices, meetings, digital communication overflow and fragmentation of work. And as a solution, it presents "The Focused Company", the first systemically integrated neuroergonomic framework for concentrated work in companies. TFC increases self-organization, redefines leadership and implements a culture of concentration to create optimal conditions for "brain work" in the digital knowledge age - the basis for dynamic value creation. From the foreword by neuroscientist Professor Dr. Volker Busch: "We will have to rethink not only our work, but also our ways of working. New Work must also include brain-oriented work. As a neuroscientist and psychiatrist, I would like to agree unconditionally with the authors: The ability to redirect your attention in a goal-oriented way is pretty much the most important quality for intellectual success, which you should regain and develop." In light of recent events, the TFC model has also been applied to crisis management. The TFC Crisis Model is included in the book as a special supplement. The companies are supported in staying productive during the Corona crisis, despite the difficult working conditions, and are thus strengthened to emerge more mature and with maximum productivity. Sound bites: "I can only recommend this book for companies, for managers and also for employees* who want to bring more peace and concentration back into their daily work routine.“ Dr. Jessica Jacobi "Fits perfectly into a time when companies do not simply want to return to the old mode after corona. Shaping the New Normal and develop your focused company.“ Michael Wiesemann, Managing Director & Partner Edenspiekermann

      • Technology, Engineering & Agriculture
        June 2020

        Engineering Vision Technology

        Revolution and Optimism

        by Pulendu Ghosh

        We live in the world where nothing is difficult, if there is market. There is therefore the dilemma of want and need. Technology wants, what life wants. Using technologies, it seems, it is possible to do anything and produce anything. The centre of gravity of engineering profession is shifting. The world wants confident engineers who can foresee and manage the unknown and unexpected problems. Engineers are expected to understand global issues, and the nuances of working in a culturally diverse space. They are expected to appreciate, more than before, the human dimensions of emerging technologies. There are many questions, such as - Do I take pride in designing a thing and manufacturing it, as I take pride in packaging it? Are we cultivating the right kind of engineering mindset? What a general engineering toolkit must contain? Are there enough challenging jobs in the manufacturing industry to attract good engineers? Is it right to allow the creation of future elites who have augmented themselves with artificial intelligence and genetic engineering, without inventing a way to manage their superhuman abilities? Can there be better engineering than life itself? Should we be optimistic about the future of technology? Are we working harder than we are required to work? Can technology improve work-life balance? Is the society ready to accept the exponential development challenges? These, and many such issues are the concerns of science, engineering, technology and society. This book is an attempt to deliberate upon these issues for the welfare of humankind.

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        Humanities & Social Sciences

        READ TO BREATHE

        WHY READ BOOKS IN THE DIGITAL ERA?

        by MIHA KOVAČ

        All book readers that have doubts about whether book reading still makes sense and anyone professionally involved with struggling readers (i.e., teachers and librarians); also young parents who need motivation to regularly read books to their children. Pick up a Book to Pick Yourself Up is a mass market book · Although based on the latest scholarly research, the author discusses the meaning of book reading in a journalistic narrative enhanced with graphics in a way that makes the book comprehensible to non-specialists. · The book’s main point is that in an abundance of digital recreational and informational content in text, audio and video format, readily available to any smartphone user, the nature and perception of book reading has changed as well. · The author shows that besides enjoying the content, book readers benefit from a set of “positive externalities” of long-form reading that are not present when using screen media. · These positive side effects represent an important counterweight to some of the negative effects of social media and as such a allow more balanced and productive use of screen content, thus making the book an important member of the quickly growing media family. The author discusses these positive effects of book reading in ten short illustrated chapters.   156 pages / 200 photos, illustrations and tables / format 14 x 20 cm

      • Sales & marketing

        AXIOMS of Marketing, The

        The 6 Invariable Propositions That Underlie and Determine Every Marketing Success

        by Robert W. Bly

        Laws are broken. Rules get bent. The premiere book in the exciting new line that puts a foundation underneath your efforts! In The AXIOMS of Marketing, you have 6 undeniable truths about marketing, what they can do, and how to implement them in your marketing for maximum results.   Laws are broken. Rules get bent. AXIOMS [ak-see-uhms] –noun 1. statements or propositions that are regarded as being established, accepted, or self-evidently true 2. the sublime and intrinsic facts of a subject that form the foundational underpinnings upon which one can build unbounded and limitless success. The Premiere Book in the Exciting New Line That Puts a Foundation Underneath Your Efforts! The AXIOMS of Marketing are Marketing Effectiveness Is Not Subjective Likeability ‡ Effectiveness High Accuracy = High Results Lead Quality = 1/Lead Quantity Knowledge Is Finite Emotion > Facts In The AXIOMS of Marketing, you have 6 undeniable truths about marketing, what they can do, and how to implement them in your marketing for maximum results. The axioms work virtually all the time, and when you defy one or more of the axioms, your marketing results invariably falls short of the mark. What’s the difference between a rule and an AXIOM? A rule is a guideline to follow that has a strong probability of yielding the expected result. An AXIOM is an immutable law which can be violated only under the most extraordinary circumstances if at all. The value of having these AXIOMS written out for you is I think obvious, but in case not, let me state it plainly: By obeying these AXIOMS, and making your promotions conform to them, you can substantially improve your marketing results. Conversely, when you ignore all or even one of these marketing axioms, you risk poor results and monetary losses. One other advantage of mastering and following these 6 AXIOMS of marketing is that they, unlike marketing technology and channels, are immutable and do not change over time. “The same principles of human desire and methods of influence that guided the markets of ancient Greece are still operating today,” writes Craig Simpson and Brian Kurtz in their book The Advertising Solution. “In order to get people to do what you want them to do, you have to understand what motivates them. You also have to know how to prevent yourself and your product to get their interest, their trust, and ultimately their willingness to call you, visit you, or send you their money.” What You’ll Learn in The AXIOMS of Marketing Why you should avoid making marketing decisions based on subjective judgment. The 25-50-25 rule of testing marketing variables. 14 A/B split tests worth doing. How to make your marketing tests statistically valid. Do ads consumers find entertaining outsell other ads? The 5 characteristics of winning advertisements. Don’t underestimate the power of targeted marketing. Profiting from the Recency, Frequency, Monetary formula. Understanding demographics. Selling to the “starving crowd.” Succeed in internet marketing with the Agora Model. 6 ways to take a deeper dive into the mind of your prospect. The inverse correlations between lead quality and lead quantity. The MAO-FU formula for qualifying prospects. 8 proven ways to generate more sales leads. The importance of calculating lifetime customer value. The 5-step Motivation Sequence for more powerful persuasion. 31 ways to increase response to your ads. 50 ways to increase direct mail response rates. Increase content marketing ROI. Coping with “Big Data.” Which is more potent-emotion or facts? The BDF formula for finding your customer’s “dominant resident emotion.”

      • Agriculture & farming
        January 2023

        Heart Failure in Animals

        by J.P. Varshney

        The present book Heart failure in Animals: Current Concepts is an endeavour to provide comprehensive information about structure and functions of the heart, current concepts in etiopathogenesis of heart failure, updated diagnostic modalities appropriate to heart failure, therapeutic interventions, new pharmacological agents and dietary considerations in heart failure of dogs. Description of related syndromes like syncope, shock and cardiac arrest has widened the horizon. Chapters on heart failure in feline, ruminant, equine, leporine, pet avian, ferret and man have given a comparative outlook of heart failure in these species and have broadened the utility and scope of the book to veterinary students, researchers, specialist in veterinary medicine as well as practitioners in equipping them to handle heart failure cases in a more effective and rational way.

      • Business, Economics & Law
        January 2015

        The Power of Thought and Wealth

        by Dina Marielle

        Self-development in personal finance and prosperity. This book will provide the readers useful ideas and tips to improve their personal economic and prosperity. Do you experience complex debt and growing pile of bills you can`t maintain? Do you want to clean up and streamline your expenses? Do you want to earn more money? Are you confronted with unrealized goals? Do you want to do something extraordinary and become really rich? Do you think wanting lots of money makes you greedy? Do you want better harmony and quality of life? This book is about you, your mind as well as improvements in finance and prosperity. Rightholder: dina.marielle@getmail.com All rights available, excluding English language rights. I am also lookin for agent representation.

      • Fiction

        Sharks With Lipstick

        by Hinemura Ellison and Ted D. Hughes

        Freshly back from Europe with a new job, Samantha Svensson (Sven) reconnects with her old friends while managing a new role within the Big Super Ministry – where everyone is busy playing their own internal political games. After the HR Director ends up dead on the same train that Sven was on, suspicions abound, not least from the chief investigating police officer, Charlie Rogers, who happens to be her ex and is still incredibly damned hot! With Wellington still reeling after a recent big earthquake, Sven must use all her canny resourcefulness to clear her name and identify the killer within their midst. Sharks With Lipstick is Book One in the Trinity Trilogy

      • Humanities & Social Sciences
        October 2020

        Managing Effectively in Academia

        A Guide to Good Practice for Academic Managers and Leaders in Higher Education

        by Graeme G Wilkinson

        Managing Effectively in Academia: A Guide to Good Practice for Academic Managers and Leaders in Higher Education is a compact guide to good management practice in contemporary higher education aimed at academic managers at all levels.   It covers key topics in day-to-day academic management including managing academic staff, handling students as customers, thinking and acting entrepreneurially and strategically, and dealing with some of the most challenging issues faced by academic managers in 21st-century universities.   It is aimed at academic managers at all levels, from research group leaders and programme leaders to department heads and deans. It should be especially relevant to those who have been newly promoted into such roles. It will also be of value to those aiming ultimately for the most senior roles as provosts, presidents, and vice-chancellors.   Click here for more information

      • Lifetyle & personal style guides
        January 2014

        Downsize With Style

        A 5-Step Process To Create A Happy Home and Refine Your New Lifestyle

        by Bettina Deda

        Downsize with Style is the first practical guide for empty nesters helping them reduce stress while downsizing, get rid of clutter and excess stuff, prioritise what to keep and optimise storage. Downsize with Style received the following accolades: * Shortlisted – Agent’s Pick of the Month, Andrew Lownie, London, October 2104 * Rated ‘Outstanding’ – Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards, November 2014 * Bronze medal at the 2015 Independent Publisher Book Awards, National category Home & Garden * Finalist 2015 USA Best Book Awards   The book is based on an easy-to-follow 5-step process to achieve a stylish and functional home in a more compact space. De-clutter and tidy up Find your personal style Visualise your ideas Layout your space Start decorating Additionally, it covers expert tips from international designers, real estate and removal specialists.

      • Women's Fiction

        The Color of Rock

        A Novel

        by Sandra Cavallo Miller

        "Part Gray’s Anatomy, part modern western romance, Miller’s enjoyable story marries unexpected diagnoses with the promise of a happily-ever-after and will please fans of Jojo Moyes." —Publishers WeeklyA young physician, Dr. Abby Wilmore, attempts to escape her past by starting over at the Grand Canyon Clinic. Silently battling her own health issues, Abby struggles with adjusting to the demands of this unique rural location. She encounters everything from squirrel bites to suicides to an office plagued by strong personalities. While tending to unprepared tourists, underserved locals, and her own mental trials, Abby finds herself entangled in an unexpected romance and trapped amidst a danger even more treacherous than the foreboding desert landscape.Sandra Cavallo Miller’s debut novel transports readers to the beautiful depths of Arizona and weaves an adventurous and heartwarming tale of the courage and strength it takes to overcome personal demons and to find love

      • Lifestyle, Sport & Leisure
        October 2015

        Declutter Guide

        How to Organize your life in 2 weeks or less

        by Ariel Benet Savant

        Don’t get paralyzed by your clutter and stuff. Start applying proven systems that work!! Do you feel you’ve become a slob or a clutter bug? Does tidying up or home organizing seem like a never-ending chore? If you are struggling in this area and want solutions that speak to you as you are guided through the maze of clutter, then this book is written just for you. Learn easy to apply tips to end the mess and live clutter-free without becoming overwhelmed or depressed. Decluttering doesn’t have to be stressful when you have the right information. Life’s constant demands can be stressful and keep in mind as long as you are living, clutter will always appear. Once you apply the time-saving tips in this guide, you will learn how to become more efficient and tame the clutter bug. Let’s face it- Clutter is a BIG problem. Some people’s homes are so full of junk and clutter that they experience a never-ending cycle of anxiety. Many people are simply too embarrassed to invite friends over. Excess clutter affects relationships, can cause a home to become unlivable and can make you feel tired and fatigued. So what makes the Declutter guide special? The Declutter Guide helps you discover the following: • Why you clutter and how to break the cycle • Helping your family declutter • Declutter in the midst of real-life challenges • Working out one room at a time systematically • Identifying the emotional challenges that make it difficult to declutter • How to avoid digital clutter trap which zaps your time and energy • How to determine what you must keep, donate, or throw away Decluttering expert and author, Ariel Benet savant knows that letting go of the things that are personal and sentimental can be difficult. You will quickly find you can follow the easy to follow procedures and start enjoying a clean, organized, and clutter-free home or office that will make you proud. Ariel grew up knowing how to apply these strategies and helped her friends, co-workers, and family achieve astounding results.

      • December 2001

        Eisenhorn: Xenos

        by Dan Abnett

        The Inquisition moves amongst mankind like an avenging shadow, striking down the enemies of humanity with uncompromising ruthlessness. When he finally corners an old foe, Inquisitor Gregor Eisenhorn is drawn into a sinister conspiracy. As events unfold and he gathers allies - and enemies - Eisenhorn faces a vast interstellar cabal and the dark power of daemons, all racing to recover an arcane text of abominable power: an ancient tome known as the Necroteuch.

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