As an ambitious Kotlin programmer or Android developer, are you frequently baffled by the options available to do a specific task? Or why a single solution is superior to the others for doing this Android task?And most importantly, how can you do Kotlin programming employing this superior alternative?The book ‘Building Android Projects with Kotlin’ teaches you all you need to know to create an incredible Android application. It describes the fundamentals of Android, its components, and the...

Project planning is the foundation of successful project execution and a critical discipline in today’s dynamic business and organizational environments. Whether managing a small initiative or leading a large, complex project, effective planning provides the structure, direction, and control needed to transform ideas into measurable results. This book has been developed to provide readers with a practical and comprehensive understanding of project planning concepts, tools, and techniques t...

Agile Project Management has become one of the most important approaches for managing modern projects in a fast-changing world. Organizations today face changing customer needs, new technologies, competitive pressure, remote teams, and uncertain business environments. In such conditions, rigid planning alone is not enough. Teams need a flexible, collaborative, and value-driven way of working. This book has been written to provide that practical understanding of Agile.This book, Agil...

CDK4/6 inhibitors in Breast Cancer Therapy examines the pivotal role of CDK4/6 inhibition in treating hormone receptor-positive (HR+)/HER2-negative advanced breast cancer. The book highlights FDA-approved applications of these inhibitors alongside endocrine therapy and explores ongoing research into their potential as neoadjuvant treatments. It provides insights into the drug discovery and development of CDK4/6 inhibitors, covering their molecular mechanisms, pharmacology, and clinical app...

This volume offers a collection of case studies in the field of sustainability science as related to biodiversity. Every chapter provides an in-depth exploration of technical advancements and scientific findings that have the potential to revolutionize our approach to environmental conservation. The book's multidisciplinary approach offers a comprehensive comprehension of how several domains, including biology, chemistry, engineering, and the social sciences, come together to promote susta...

This book features high-quality research papers presented at the International Conference of Mechanical and Robotic Engineering “Congress on Control, Robotics, and Mechatronics” (CRM 2025), jointly organized by SR University, Warangal, India, and Soft Computing Research Society, India, during 1–2 February 2025. This book discusses the topics such as combustion and fuels, controls and dynamics, fluid mechanics, I.C. engines and automobile engineering, machine design, mechatronics, rotor dyn...

This book entitled “Mining Impacts and their Environmental Problems” presents a comprehensive view on various mining activities and a wide spectrum of environmental challenges associated with it. Case studies presented across global south such as Asia, Africa, and Latin America, are the first of its kind which presents a holistic and deep insight (into instead of about?) about this pressing environmental issue. In this book, thirteen chapters present various issues ranging from gold, silve...

This book features high-quality research papers presented at the International Conference of Mechanical and Robotic Engineering “Congress on Control, Robotics, and Mechatronics” (CRM 2025), jointly organized by SR University, Warangal, India, and Soft Computing Research Society, India, during 1–2 February 2025. This book discusses the topics such as combustion and fuels, controls and dynamics, fluid mechanics, I.C. engines and automobile engineering, machine design, mechatronics, rotor dyn...

This book features high-quality research papers presented at the International Conference of Mechanical and Robotic Engineering “Congress on Control, Robotics, and Mechatronics” (CRM 2025), jointly organized by SR University, Warangal, India, and Soft Computing Research Society, India, during 1–2 February 2025. This book discusses the topics such as combustion and fuels, controls and dynamics, fluid mechanics, I.C. engines and automobile engineering, machine design, mechatronics, rotor dyn...

This book explores the therapeutic potential of everyday kitchen ingredients, blending traditional practices with modern scientific analysis. It provides insights beyond the regular culinary use of vegetables and spices, and presents a comprehensive analysis of their chemistry, nutraceutical roles, and pharmacological applications. The diverse range of topics will offer readers a glimpse into the profound medicinal benefits these ingredients hold.With contributions from leading res...

This book reframes smart city development by moving beyond efficiency-driven models to prioritize equity, inclusion, and democratic participation. It examines how digital technologies—AI, IoT, and participatory platforms—can serve as catalysts for social justice and entrepreneurial innovation when designed with communities at their core. The volume challenges prevailing paradigms that emphasize data-driven control and infrastructural speed over access, representation, and human well-being....

This book recapitulates the significance of metal composites in modern sustainable industry, along with the critical review of process optimization techniques and tribological aspects for industrial and automotive applications.The book aims to cover all the topics relevant to the mechanical characteristics of metal matrix composites (MMCs) such as reinforcement types (particles, short fiber, and long or continuous fibers), their effect on the microstructure of composites, and signi...