This book deals with the basics of parameter estimation and state estimation as the fundamental building blocks of mathematical modelling activity in the broader field of control theory. All the methods are validated using MATLAB®-based implementations with realistically simulated data for general dynamic systems, as well as for aircraft parameter estimation. This book includes several illustrative examples and chapter-end exercises.Features:Provides comprehensive cov...

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Climate change is an intensifying reality of the present, reshaping land systems, ecosystems, and human livelihoods across the globe. Its impacts are most clearly manifested through changes in land cover and land use, degradation of ecosystems, loss of biodiversity, and growing risks to food systems, water security, and rural and urban livelihoods. Changing Climate–Land–Life Interplay: Spatial Approaches for Biodiversity, Agriculture, and Land Resilience in Emerging E...

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, integrating sustainability into strategic decisionmaking has become essential for long-term success and resilience. As organizations confront urgent global challenges such as climate change, resource depletion, and social inequality, businesses are increasingly recognizing the need for innovative, responsible, and forward-thinking strategies. This volume explores this critical intersection of corporate strategy and sustainable development, of...

Reflecting on gender issues, including violence, justice and social protection, and the means to attain gender equality and social justice, this new volume explores women and gender as an intersection between social, political, and economic issues faced by societies. It discusses gender roles in both historical and modern society, while also looking at how larger structural influences—such as nationbuilding globalization, economic advancements, and the legal system—shape the lives of women...

Plant Secondary Metabolites: Natural Defenses in Disease Management examines plant-derived secondary metabolites and their crucial role in both ecological balance and human innovation. From their biosynthetic pathways and ecological significance to their application in sustainable agriculture, medicine, and biotechnology, the book provides a complete resource for understanding these compounds. It emphasizes their potential in replacing synthetic chemicals in pest management and crop protec...

The new Lean In, from the multi-award-winning Founder and CEO of national non-profit Girls Who Code and New York Times bestselling author Reshma Saujani.‘We are raising our boys to be brave, but our girls to be perfect. And this is holding us back.’Imagine if you lived without the fear of failure, without the fear of not measuring up. If you no longer felt the need to stifle your thoughts and swallow what you really want to say in...

In the rooms where billion-pound decisions are made - and where silence often says more than strategy - operates a different kind of leader: the consultant behind the curtain. Unnamed in press releases. Unseen on the org chart. Yet critical to everything.The Second Brain takes you deep inside the hidden world of elite consulting - where influence is quiet, tension is constant, and success is measured not by applause, but by outcomes that rarely make the headlines.Through gripping real-life...

**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • This fun, accessible series is perfect for anyone interested in STEM and coding, published in partnership with the organization Girls Who Code.“The 'Baby-Sitters Club' for the internet age.”–Glamour.com**Loops, variables, input/output – Lucy can’t wait to get started with the new coding club at school. Finally, an after school activity that she’s really interested in. But Lucy’s excitement turns to disappointment when she’s put into a ...

An evidence-based, practical resource that explores the many benefits of a plant-based diet and provides parents with the tools they need to feed their families for health and with joy.Gold Award, 2020 Nautilus Book Awards, Health, Healing, Wellness & Vitality CategoryCanada Book Award, Best Books of 2020, Health CategoryWhile nearly all parents agree that a nutritious diet is important for children to thrive, most feel that their children are not eating a healthy di...

Waste generation in the tourism and hospitality sector is extensive, posing a significant global challenge to environmental sustainability efforts. From large hotels to quaint bed-and-breakfasts and bustling restaurants to remote eco-lodges, the industry’s operations produce vast quantities of waste across various categories. Addressing this multifaceted challenge necessitates comprehensive waste management strategies, ranging from waste reduction and recycling to adopting sustainable prac...

Gain a transformative and practical guide that will help you deepen your understanding of how systemic inequities impact you and your students. In this book, the authors serve as co-conspirators to help educators develop authentic, inclusive approaches. You’ll learn to strategically challenge the status quo, empower other educators, and make practical changes to ensure equitable learning environments for all students.K–12 teachers can use this book to: