The book highlights emerging developments in intelligent computing, communication technologies, robotics, embedded systems, and data-driven innovations that are shaping the future of smart and autonomous systems.This volume brings together multidisciplinary research focusing on artificial intelligence, computational intelligence, smart communication systems, embedded and VLSI technologies, robotics, automation, cybersecurity, cloud computing, data analytics, IoT-enabled platforms, ...

Are you ready for the K-pop Academy?When K-pop fan Sammie wins the opportunity of a lifetime to train at a prestigious K-pop bootcamp and earn her place in the new girl band ECLIPSE, she jumps at the chance.Her new life for the next six months in LA has only just begun, and the taste of the idol life is exciting and new. But it doesn’t come without its challenges. As the training begins, the rivalry with the other girls ramps up. Drama, friendship trouble and insecurities...

Sixth-grader Rory's story of his impossible-to-hide speech challenge and middle-school drama is perfect for fans of Sharon Draper's Out of My Mind.Rory still can't say his r's, but that's just the beginning of his troubles. First Rory's ex-best-friend Brent started hanging out with the mean lacrosse kids. But then, a terrible accident takes Brent out of school, and Rory struggles with how to feel.Rory and his new speech teacher put their h...

This groundbreaking volume offers an innovative exploration of sustainability challenges through complementary lenses that traditional approaches have often kept separate. It bridges the crucial gap between legal frameworks and technological innovations, providing essential insights into how governance, policy, and emerging technologies collectively drive sustainable development initiatives. The volume’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach encompasses diverse themes, including renewable...

This book bridges theory and practice to rethink the contested relationship between federalism and democracy, with a focus on South and Southeast Asia. Bringing together philosophy, law, political science, and area studies, it offers a fresh interdisciplinary perspective on power sharing, democratic governance, and federal design.The first part develops key concepts by examining the intellectual history of federalism and democracy, the normative role of participation, cooperative p...

The amount of data being generated today is staggering and growing. Apache Spark has emerged as the de facto tool to analyze big data and is now a critical part of the data science toolbox. Updated for Spark 3.0, this practical guide brings together Spark, statistical methods, and real-world datasets to teach you how to approach analytics problems using PySpark, Spark's Python API, and other best practices in Spark programming.Data scientists Akash Tandon, Sandy Ryza, Uri Laserson,...

Lunar New Year is just around the corner and Finn cannot wait to celebrate.With the help of his family, Finn counts down the days by tying lucky cord knots, practising for the kid’s parade and testing oolong for a traditional tea ceremony.However, with only ten more sleeps left to go until the special day arrives, will all these preparations go to plan?Packed full of joyful festive rhyme and a celebratory gatefold, ...

'Everything I thought to be true about life, its meaning was challenged after meeting Swami. It was reduced to dust. Soon I had to admit that there were things far beyond the scope of my rational mind.' What is it that draws one to a mystic? What is it like to know at close quarters a man whose powers are beyond the conscious mind? What does it feel like to be fulfilled spiritually, to feel understood, to stand revealed? As Ismita Tandon and Swami Vidyananda Om explore their feelings for O...

In order to find some love, partnership, companionship, and support, as any other young single divorcee, my search for a loving partner began on dating websites. At first in line with my spiritual beliefs of the Eastern tradition of Yoga and Meditation like DharmaMatch.com. I have been a practitioner of Yoga and meditation since my thirties, which I am blessed to have inherited from my ancestry. Going to Kirtans and meditation, Satsangs with my grandmother and living in a family with Yoga ...

Spearheaded by Drs Tandon and Hall, this book emerges from the Mentor Training Program (MTP) linked to the UNESCO Chair in Community-Based Research, reflecting over fifty years of dedicated work in participatory research.With 170 mentors trained and a reach of 15,000 students worldwide, the MTP exemplifies a commitment to fostering socially responsible research practices. This essential resource equips educators to navigate complex power dynamics, address ethical considerations, an...

The Future of DeFi, NFTs, and Cryptocurrency explores the transformative potential of blockchain technology in finance. This book is divided into three parts: the future of Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), and the metaverse and cryptocurrency. We provide a comprehensive guide to understanding the financial industry’s history, current trends, and future outlook.We discuss the challenges faced in the decentralized world and offer practical sol...

You know your child would benefit from more time spent outside and less spent on a screen. But how important is it really? And what can you do to make it happen? In Digging Into Nature, pediatricians and nature advocates Drs. Pooja Sarin Tandon and Danette Swanson Glassy make the evidence-based case that your whole family will be happier, healthier, and more resilient when you spend time in nature. They offer a wealth of suggestions for age-appropriate, nature-based activities and guidance...