Plants constantly cope with unfavourable ecosystem conditions, which often prevent them reaching their full genetic potential in terms of growth, development and productivity. This book covers plants' responses to these environmental changes, namely, the modulation of amino acids, peptides and amines to combat both biotic and abiotic stress factors. Bringing together the most recent developments, this book is an important resource for researchers and students of crop stress and plant physi...

Amidst an unforeseen crisis, three young aspiring actresses and a solitary young man find refuge in an underground cellar. The world beyond has crumbled, all forms of communication silenced, and escape feels impossible. United by their initial conviction, they lean on each other.Initially bound by an unshakable belief in each other, their little refuge feels like a sitcom waiting to happen. Picture the mismatched group trading survival tips with all the finesse of a comedy sketch. ...

POWER ELECTRONICS for GREEN ENERGY CONVERSIONWritten and edited by a team of renowned experts, this exciting new volume explores the concepts and practical applications of power electronics for green energy conversion, going into great detail with ample examples, for the engineer, scientist, or student.Power electronics has emerged as one of the most important technologies in the world and will play a big role in the conversion of ...

DC MICROGRIDSWritten and edited by a team of well-known and respected experts in the field, this new volume on DC microgrids presents the state-of-the-art developments and challenges in the field of microgrids for sustainability and scalability for engineers, researchers, academicians, industry professionals, consultants, and designers.The electric grid is on the threshold of a paradigm shift. In the past few years, the picture of the grid ...

"Delmonte Estate" is to provide readers with a gripping narrative that delves into the intricate and evolving world of criminal activity. The novel aims to be a mirror reflecting the ever-changing nature of crime, its ingenious strategies, and its adaptation to modern advancements.Through "Delmonte Estate," I seek to explore the complex motivations and psychology of criminals driven by various factors such as financial gain, power, and desperation. The novel aims to shed light on h...

Nothing escaped the eye of the satirical eye of Britain's phenomenally successful all-Asian sketch show Goodness Gracious Me.The complete BBC Radio series 1-3 preceded the award-winning BBC TV series that ran in the late 1990s, and features the same cast.Prepare for your heart to pound in the Indian recreation of Brief Encounter, sing along to the profound words of wisdom with Fifty Ways to Leave your Mother, and enjoy pop classics such as 'Hindi ...

The book provides information on the sources of arsenic contamination of groundwater and their impacts in the first part of the book consisting of 8 chapters. Process developments such as nano-adsorbents for removal of arsenic and other heavy metals are discussed in the second part of the book that comprises of 4 chapters. The third part of the book includes 4 chapters on technological interventions for the removal of arsenic such as indigenous ceramic membranes and Subterranean Arsenic Re...

This book covers the range of piezoelectric biomaterials having the potential for applications in cardiac tissue engineering (CTE) and addresses the recent developments, trends, and challenges of piezoelectric biomaterials for targeted cardiovascular disease (CVD) therapies.It covers the applications of engineered piezoelectric biomaterials including recent developments in piezoelectric biomaterials and their possible impact on treating CVDs and CTE. Main points discussed in the bo...

Renewable Diesel: Value Chain, Sustainability, and Challenges presents a holistic reference on the production of renewable diesel, from fundamentals to state-of-the-art. In addition to an in-depth assessment of biomass conversation processes and available technologies, the book considers engineering and mathematical aspects such as design, economics and sustainability. Production processes, fuel properties and fuel quality standards are all addressed in detail alongside state-of-the-art in...