Sachin Kumar

We are living in an AI and data-driven era. A huge volume of data is generated from all sectors including smart cities, intelligent transportation systems, smart healthcare, education, smart agriculture and smart industrial processes. This information comprises multiple modalities such as textual data, images, sound, gestures and genetic sequences, which are generated through various sources. The internet of multimedia things (IoMT) is one of the key contributors to the collection, analysis and management of voluminous multimodal data. The dominating features of IoMTs are well-timed delivery of data and dependability, but they require high levels of memory and computational power, which requires higher bandwidth and more power. Therefore, they require rigorous quality of service (QoS) and efficient, reliable and secure network frameworks. The objective of this book is to explore machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) techniques for securing data with multiple modalities in a wide range of data-centric smart applications in the IoMT framework. In all data-centric application domains where on-time availability of data and reliability are the major concerns, IoMT is contributing significantly. The authors present the challenges faced to organize and process multimodal data in data-centric applications, several types of data modalities, and innovative IoMT frameworks. A particular focus is placed on the role of ML and DL techniques in securing multi-modal data for real-time monitoring in smart environment applications. Machine Learning and Deep Learning Driven Techniques for Multimodal Data Security in the Internet of Multimedia Things caters to the needs of AI, big data and IoT advanced students, academic and industry researchers, engineers, security experts, data analysts, and AI and data-centric application developers.

Biochemical Approaches for Waste and Biomass Valorization for Fuels and Chemicals brings together the latest advances in biochemical conversion technologies, practical insights for industrial applications, and a critical assessment of process parameters. The book begins by introducing biomass and waste valorization, characterization methods, biomass availability and collection, and biorefineries, before detailed chapters focus on advanced pre-treatment technologies, fermentation, anaerobic digestion and dark fermentation, lignin valorization, and other emerging techniques. The final chapters address process integration, techno-economic analysis, and policy frameworks, as well as case studies and business models for real-world applications. This latest volume in the Woodhead Series in Bioenergy is of interest to all those working in the field of waste and biomass valorization, biochemical conversion routes and biofuels, including researchers, faculty, advanced students, scientists, engineers, industrial practitioners, and policy makers.

Organizational Resilience & Artificial Intelligence is your essential companion for steering any enterprise through today’s turbulent landscape. Drawing from real-world crises—including global supply chain shocks, natural disasters, and cyber threats—this book demystifies organizational resilience and arms you with proven frameworks, tools, and strategies needed to thrive when adversity strikes. Discover why resilience goes far beyond risk management, introducing a holistic approach that integrates proactive planning, adaptive leadership, robust communication, and a culture of learning and innovation. Through vivid case studies—such as manufacturers recovering after floods and companies maintaining operations in a pandemic—you’ll see the pivotal role business resilience plays not only in sustaining critical services, but also in supporting communities and sustaining long-term stakeholder trust. Inside, you’ll learn to: Identify and assess vulnerabilities across operations, supply chains, and technologies Strengthen situational awareness to anticipate and manage emerging risks Develop business continuity plans and adaptive processes that ensure readiness for both foreseeable and “black swan” events Foster cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement Build a culture of agility, innovation, and continuous improvement Measure, test, and enhance resilience with actionable checklists and guidelines Whether you’re a top executive, Risk or BC professional, or an emerging leader, this guide offers a practical, research-backed roadmap to embedding resilience into every layer of your organization. The future belongs to those who are prepared—start building your organization’s resilience today, and ensure you can not only weather disruption, but emerge stronger than ever before.

Organizational Resilience & Artificial Intelligence is your essential companion for steering any enterprise through today’s turbulent landscape. Drawing from real-world crises—including global supply chain shocks, natural disasters, and cyber threats—this book demystifies organizational resilience and arms you with proven frameworks, tools, and strategies needed to thrive when adversity strikes. Discover why resilience goes far beyond risk management, introducing a holistic approach that integrates proactive planning, adaptive leadership, robust communication, and a culture of learning and innovation. Through vivid case studies—such as manufacturers recovering after floods and companies maintaining operations in a pandemic—you’ll see the pivotal role business resilience plays not only in sustaining critical services, but also in supporting communities and sustaining long-term stakeholder trust. Inside, you’ll learn to: Identify and assess vulnerabilities across operations, supply chains, and technologies Strengthen situational awareness to anticipate and manage emerging risks Develop business continuity plans and adaptive processes that ensure readiness for both foreseeable and “black swan” events Foster cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement Build a culture of agility, innovation, and continuous improvement Measure, test, and enhance resilience with actionable checklists and guidelines Whether you’re a top executive, Risk or BC professional, or an emerging leader, this guide offers a practical, research-backed roadmap to embedding resilience into every layer of your organization. The future belongs to those who are prepared—start building your organization’s resilience today, and ensure you can not only weather disruption, but emerge stronger than ever before.

This book, "New Approach to Practical Manual of Pharmacognosy," is a practical and useful guide to the subject of Pharmacognosy for D.Pharm first-year students. It covers all the experiments based on the syllabus as per the 2020 education regulations, providing simple and clear descriptions of medicinal plants, their sources, uses, and laboratory techniques. The book's pictorial presentation of herbs, spices, and medicinal plants makes it even more comprehensible. It is an essential resource for budding pharmacy students, bridging the gap between fundamental knowledge and practical skills.

In a world obsessed with technology, our greatest advantage is the one thing we can't automate: our humanity. The future is being written in two languages-the code of pixels and the conscience of purpose. This book is the essential blueprint for anyone who refuse to choose between the two, offering a guide to cultivate human connection and creativity amidst digital transformation. It proves that our ultimate success will be measured not by what we create, but by who we become along the way.

This book examines the fundamental concepts and principles of digital transformation and AI, including their historical development, and underlying technologies, and analyzes the opportunities arising from digital transformation and AI in different sectors, such as healthcare, finance, education, transportation, and governance. It provides a comprehensive overview of digital transformation and AI technologies and their current state of implementation. It also explores the potential challenges and risks associated with digital transformation and AI, including ethical considerations, job displacement, privacy concerns, biases, impact on inequality, social interactions, and the overall well-being of individuals and communities. Additionally, the books provides and discusses policy and regulatory frameworks that can effectively address the opportunities and challenges posed by digital transformation and AI leading to responsible AI. It also delves into impact of automation on the job market and workforce. The book concludes by proposing potential strategies for navigating opportunities and challenges of digital transformation and AI integration. It emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary collaboration among stakeholders, including policymakers, industry leaders, academia, and civil society, to develop a comprehensive approach towards harnessing the full potential of digital transformation and AI and associated technologies. The book employs a multidisciplinary approach, drawing from various fields such as computer science, sociology, philosophy, political science, economics, law and governance. It combines theoretical analysis, empirical case studies, and expert perspectives to provide a holistic view of the subject matter. This book caters to a diverse audience, including students, researchers, academics, policymakers, industry professionals, and technology enthusiasts. It provides a valuable resource for those seeking a comprehensive understanding ofthe opportunities and challenges arising from the integration of digital transformation and AI in society.

O tratamento das deformidades dento-faciais percorreu um longo caminho desde 1897, quando Vilray Blair, com a persuas o de Edward Angle, efectuou osteotomias bilaterais do corpo sob anestesia com clorof rmio para recuar uma mand bula prognata e estabelecer uma oclus o melhorada. Os dentes mal posicionados ou as deforma es bvias da mand bula s o normalmente reconhecidos pelas pessoas, que procuram o ortodontista para tratamento. As deformidades mais graves que requerem uma combina o de ortodontia e cirurgia para corre o s o designadas por deformidades dento-faciais. A Academia Americana de Ortodontia (AAO) descreve a ortodontia como uma rea da medicina dent ria que previne, diagnostica e trata as irregularidades dent rias e faciais. S o utilizados diferentes tipos de aparelhos para corrigir as deformidades dent rias, movendo lentamente os dentes e retreinando os m sculos. Cirurgia ortogn tica: A corre o ortod ntica e cir rgica combinada considerada a melhor modalidade de tratamento para os desequil brios dento-esquel ticos ap s o fim do crescimento. Embora a cirurgia ortogn tica esteja associada a certos riscos e desafios, tornou-se um procedimento mais refinado e menos traum tico para os pacientes, pelo que se tornou uma op o de tratamento razo vel.

Le traitement des malformations dento-faciales a beaucoup volu depuis 1897, date laquelle Vilray Blair, avec l'aide d'Edward Angle, a r alis des ost otomies corporelles bilat rales sous anesth sie au chloroforme pour faire reculer une mandibule prognathe et am liorer l'occlusion. Les malpositions dentaires ou les d formations videntes de la m choire sont g n ralement reconnues par les gens, qui font appel un orthodontiste pour les traiter. Les d formations plus graves, dont la correction n cessite une combinaison d'orthodontie et de chirurgie, sont appel es d formations dento-faciales. L'Acad mie am ricaine d'orthodontie (AAO) d crit l'orthodontie comme un domaine de la dentisterie qui pr vient, diagnostique et traite les irr gularit s dentaires et faciales. Diff rents types d'appareils sont utilis s pour corriger les d formations dentaires en d pla ant lentement les dents et en r duquant les muscles. Chirurgie orthognatique: La correction orthodontique et chirurgicale combin e est consid r e comme la meilleure modalit de traitement des d s quilibres dento-squelettiques une fois que la croissance a cess . Bien que la chirurgie orthognatique soit associ e certains risques et d fis, elle est devenue une proc dure plus raffin e et moins traumatisante pour les patients et est donc devenue une option de traitement raisonnable.

Il trattamento delle deformit dento-facciali ha fatto molta strada dal 1897, quando Vilray Blair, con la guida di Edward Angle, complet le osteotomie bilaterali del corpo sotto anestesia cloroformica per arretrare una mandibola prognatica e stabilire un'occlusione migliore. I denti malposizionati o le evidenti deformit della mandibola sono solitamente riconosciute dalle persone, che si rivolgono all'ortodontista per il trattamento. Le deformit pi gravi, che richiedono una combinazione di ortodonzia e chirurgia per essere corrette, sono chiamate deformit dento-facciali. L'American Academy of Orthodontics (AAO) descrive l'ortodonzia come un'area dell'odontoiatria che previene, diagnostica e cura le irregolarit dentali e facciali. Per correggere le deformit dentali si utilizzano diversi tipi di apparecchi, spostando lentamente i denti e rieducando i muscoli. Chirurgia ortognatica: La correzione ortodontica e chirurgica combinata considerata la migliore modalit di trattamento per gli squilibri dentoscheletrici una volta che la crescita cessata. Sebbene la chirurgia ortognatica sia associata ad alcuni rischi e sfide, diventata una procedura pi raffinata e meno traumatica per i pazienti e quindi diventata un'opzione di trattamento ragionevole.

Die Behandlung von Zahn- und Gesichtsfehlstellungen hat seit 1897, als Vilray Blair auf Dr ngen von Edward Angle unter Chloroforman sthesie beidseitige K rperosteotomien durchf hrte, um einen prognathischen Unterkiefer zur ckzusetzen und eine verbesserte Okklusion herzustellen, einen langen Weg zur ckgelegt. Zahnfehlstellungen oder offensichtliche Kieferdeformit ten werden in der Regel von den Betroffenen erkannt, und sie suchen einen Kieferorthop den zur Behandlung auf. Schwerwiegendere Fehlstellungen, die eine Kombination aus kieferorthop discher und chirurgischer Behandlung erfordern, werden als dentofaziale Fehlstellungen bezeichnet. Die American Academy of Orthodontics (AAO) beschreibt die Kieferorthop die als einen Bereich der Zahnmedizin, der sich mit der Vorbeugung, Diagnose und Behandlung von Zahn- und Gesichtsanomalien befasst. Verschiedene Arten von Apparaturen werden eingesetzt, um die Zahnfehlstellungen durch langsame Zahnbewegungen und Muskeltraining zu korrigieren. Kieferorthop dische Chirurgie: Die kombinierte kieferorthop dische und chirurgische Korrektur gilt als die beste Behandlungsmethode f r Ungleichgewichte des Zahnskeletts, sobald das Wachstum abgeschlossen ist. Obwohl die orthognathe Chirurgie mit gewissen Risiken und Herausforderungen verbunden ist, hat sie sich zu einem verfeinerten und weniger traumatischen Verfahren f r die Patienten entwickelt und ist daher zu einer vern nftigen Behandlungsoption geworden.