A “state of the field” collection of essays that presents the latest research on the pandemic from a range of disciplinesCOVID Studies is a “state of the field” collection of essays that presents the latest research on the pandemic from a range of disciplines, including sociology, anthropology, public policy, political science, history, and science and technology studies. Though varied in their methodologies, whether ethnography, data analysis, or archival...

Taking a critical perspective on agency as a potent birthright, examined through the stories of others, this book closes the vast theoretical and practical divide between our perceptions of external power and the power everyone holds.However small we may feel, the agency within every single one of us is a greatly undermined and underappreciated power that can change the world for better or worse. Presenting narratives of diverse individuals and marginalized people,...

An in-depth investigation of the complex relationships between food, culture, and society.Communicating Food in Korea features contributors from a variety of disciplines, including economics, political science, communication studies, nutrition research, tourism research, and more. Each chapter presents a unique interpretation of food's economic, political, and sociocultural relevance. Situated in Korea's shifting historical contexts, contributors explore th...

What if future criminals played games of skill for their freedom? Would spellcasters dare use magic to skew chance in their favor? What if aliens judged us based on the games we play? Can a dying woman literally cheat Death?Games are about more than winning and losing. They’re about risk and reward, strategy and blind fortune, our need to win and our fear of being outplayed. And when magic and science infuse a game, the stakes can be of cosmic importance. Each move could decide lif...

This book highlights how AI agents and Large Language Models (LLMs) are set to revolutionize the finance and trading sectors in unprecedented ways. These technologies bring a new level of sophistication to data analysis and decision-making, enabling real-time processing of vast and complex datasets with unparalleled accuracy and speed. AI agents, equipped with advanced machine learning algorithms, can identify patterns and predict market trends with a level of precision that may soon surpa...

This book introduces readers to recent advancements in financial technologies. The contents cover some of the state-of-the-art fields in financial technology, practice, and research associated with artificial intelligence, big data, and blockchain—all of which are transforming the nature of how products and services are designed and delivered, making less adaptable institutions fast become obsolete. The book provides the fundamental framework, research insights, and empirical evidence in t...