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This book highlights the state-of-the-art research on data usage, security, and privacy in the scenarios of the Internet of Things (IoT), along with related applications using Machine Learning and Big Data technologies to design and make efficient Internet-compatible IoT systems. ICT and Data Sciences brings together IoT and Machine Learning and provides the careful integration of both, along with many examples and case studies. It illustrates the merging of two technologies while presenting basic to high-level concepts covering different fields and domains such as the Hospitality and Tourism industry, Smart Clothing, Cyber Crime, Programming, Communications, Business Intelligence, all in the context of the Internet of Things. The book is written for researchers and practitioners, working in Information Communication Technology and Computer Science.

This book highlights the state-of-the-art research on data usage, security, and privacy in the scenarios of the Internet of Things (IoT), along with related applications using Machine Learning and Big Data technologies to design and make efficient Internet-compatible IoT systems. ICT and Data Sciences brings together IoT and Machine Learning and provides the careful integration of both, along with many examples and case studies. It illustrates the merging of two technologies while presenting basic to high-level concepts covering different fields and domains such as the Hospitality and Tourism industry, Smart Clothing, Cyber Crime, Programming, Communications, Business Intelligence, all in the context of the Internet of Things. The book is written for researchers and practitioners, working in Information Communication Technology and Computer Science.

This volume discusses the seminal interface between social entrepreneurship and sustainable development along with their inter-linkages. It traces the role of social entrepreneurship and innovations in societal transformation in creating sustainable societies, especially in developing nations. It explores how social entrepreneurship and enterprise is integral to the promise of fostering opportunities for socially disadvantaged groups (including the poor, women, and young people), as well as in addressing environmental and ecological issues apart from wealth creation. The book presents key concepts, case studies, and multiple innovative models involving social entrepreneurship, such as green financing, serial social entrepreneurship, sustainable livelihood creation, and well-being, in addition to highlighting global sustainable development goals of the United Nations. The chapters are organised under the broad themes of sustainability of the organisation, sustainability of the community, sustainability of the development, and sustainability of the community–organisation interface. They examine social change, social innovation, social enterprise, small and micro-enterprises, microfinance institutions, inclusive growth, education, productivity, physical health, waste management, energy retention, self-reliance, and corporate social responsibility. They contain emerging research issues in the field as well as critical assessments while bringing together theoretical and practitioners’ perspectives.This book will be useful to scholars and researchers of development studies, social entrepreneurship, sustainable development, environmental studies, public policy, and political sociology. It will also greatly interest professionals from non-profit, corporate, and public sectors, other development practitioners, and international bodies.

This volume discusses the seminal interface between social entrepreneurship and sustainable development along with their inter-linkages. It traces the role of social entrepreneurship and innovations in societal transformation in creating sustainable societies, especially in developing nations. It explores how social entrepreneurship and enterprise is integral to the promise of fostering opportunities for socially disadvantaged groups (including the poor, women, and young people), as well as in addressing environmental and ecological issues apart from wealth creation. The book presents key concepts, case studies, and multiple innovative models involving social entrepreneurship, such as green financing, serial social entrepreneurship, sustainable livelihood creation, and well-being, in addition to highlighting global sustainable development goals of the United Nations. The chapters are organised under the broad themes of sustainability of the organisation, sustainability of the community, sustainability of the development, and sustainability of the community–organisation interface. They examine social change, social innovation, social enterprise, small and micro-enterprises, microfinance institutions, inclusive growth, education, productivity, physical health, waste management, energy retention, self-reliance, and corporate social responsibility. They contain emerging research issues in the field as well as critical assessments while bringing together theoretical and practitioners’ perspectives.This book will be useful to scholars and researchers of development studies, social entrepreneurship, sustainable development, environmental studies, public policy, and political sociology. It will also greatly interest professionals from non-profit, corporate, and public sectors, other development practitioners, and international bodies.

Methods of formulation of silicon nanoparticles, emphasizing the role of Si/SiO2NPs nanoparticles in various applications Silicon Nanoparticles presents a comprehensive overview of the synthesis, uptake, and applications of Silicon Nanoparticles (SiNPs), ranging from fundamental to advanced topics and placing particular emphasis on the green synthesis of Si/SiO2NPs and their roles as drug-delivery agents, nanofertilizers, and stress-relief agents. Each chapter is enriched with well-crafted figures, flowcharts, and tables to enhance reader comprehension, with future perspectives and detailed summaries included at the end of each chapter. Written by a team of highly qualified authors and contributed to by subject matter experts across fields, Silicon Nanoparticles includes information on: Traditional methods for the synthesis and characterization of SiNPs for biomedical applications and sustainable agricultureGreen synthesis of SiNPs derived from plants and agricultural residues, covering innovative tools for human health, sustainable agriculture, and remediation of contaminated soil and waterThe role of Si/SiO2NPs in alleviating biotic stress caused by herbivory, heavy metal stress, heat stress, and droughtEnhancing disease resistance in plants and treating cancer, dermatitis, other skin conditions, and bacterial infections in humansSilicon Nanoparticles is an essential reference for researchers in the fields of nanotechnology, materials science, environmental science, pollution remediation, agriculture, and agronomy to understand the diverse applications and potential benefits of SiNPs across various fields.

IoT technology for healthcare is a modern innovation that provides reliable and secure use of available resources for serving the healthcare industry. It not only helps improve contact between the community and public healthcare providers but also significantly lowers healthcare costs and improves treatment outcomes. This book highlights the latest in IoT technology for revolutionizing current healthcare systems, focusing on how IoT can make healthcare smarter and more beneficial for people. It explores such technologies as medical blockchain, biosensing for bioanalyses, pesticide monitoring in humans, and more. It also discusses how the cloud platform can be used for health monitoring systems and the applications of IoT for cancer.

This book provides a comprehensive exploration of how sustainability-driven HRM practices can advance employee well-being, quality education, and gender equality in the workplace. By aligning human resource strategies with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 4 (Quality Education), and SDG 5 (Gender Equality)—this book highlights the crucial role HR plays in fostering inclusive, equitable, and thriving work environments. Organizations today face increasing pressure to balance profitability with social responsibility. Employee well-being is no longer a secondary concern but a key driver of productivity, engagement, and retention. Providing lifelong learning opportunities ensures that employees remain adaptable in a rapidly evolving job market, while gender equality initiatives create diverse and innovative workplaces that reflect societal progress. Despite growing awareness, many companies struggle to implement effective and measurable policies that integrate these critical aspects of sustainability into their HR frameworks. This book shows how sustainability affects human-centered development through workplace health, learning, gender fairness, and technology usage. This book reveals that sustainability needs to focus on human needs before environmental concerns so developments become inclusive and serve people over the long term. This book shows researchers and students from many global backgrounds how organizations can use technology to make their institutions more social and sustainable. This book sets out to solve this challenge by offering research-backed insights, case studies, and actionable strategies that organizations can implement to foster sustainable growth. It explores—Employee Well-being and Mental Health—strategies for fostering a culture of well-being, including workplace wellness programs, psychological safety, and work-life balance initiatives. The Role of HR in Lifelong Learning—How organizations can bridge the skills gap through corporate training, digital literacy, and continuous education programs.

This book discusses social entrepreneurship, especially in context of India. It focuses on understanding the whole process of social value creation, i.e. social entrepreneurship - opportunity identification, resource mobilisation, social value, capabilities of social entrepreneurs and innovation in three different types of social enterprises – (i) non-profit or charitable ones; (ii) non-profit social enterprise, sustainable with the combined income of grants, subsidies and own earned income; self-sustainable not-for-profit social enterprise; and hybrid social enterprise; and (iii) for-profit social enterprises. Sample cases of social entrepreneurs (Ashoka Fellows) were selected from three inter-linked sectors -- health, education and livelihood. To provide a comprehensive view, interviews were taken not only from the founders (social entrepreneurs), management personnel, and other employees, but also from the beneficiaries. The book comprises how, on the basis of cross-comparison between three types of social enterprises, several propositions and finally theoretical framework on social entrepreneurship have been developed. It proposes that social entrepreneurship can be acquired and that these social entrepreneurs can help solve the larger social problems faced both by developing and developed nations.

This book discusses social entrepreneurship, especially in context of India. It focuses on understanding the whole process of social value creation, i.e. social entrepreneurship - opportunity identification, resource mobilisation, social value, capabilities of social entrepreneurs and innovation in three different types of social enterprises – (i) non-profit or charitable ones; (ii) non-profit social enterprise, sustainable with the combined income of grants, subsidies and own earned income; self-sustainable not-for-profit social enterprise; and hybrid social enterprise; and (iii) for-profit social enterprises. Sample cases of social entrepreneurs (Ashoka Fellows) were selected from three inter-linked sectors -- health, education and livelihood. To provide a comprehensive view, interviews were taken not only from the founders (social entrepreneurs), management personnel, and other employees, but also from the beneficiaries. The book comprises how, on the basis of cross-comparison between three types of social enterprises, several propositions and finally theoretical framework on social entrepreneurship have been developed. It proposes that social entrepreneurship can be acquired and that these social entrepreneurs can help solve the larger social problems faced both by developing and developed nations.

It discusses all the steps in the pathway, from the microbe–host-cell interface and the plant’s recognition of the microbe to the plant’s defense response and biochemical alterations to achieve tolerance / resistance.

It discusses all the steps in the pathway, from the microbe–host-cell interface and the plant’s recognition of the microbe to the plant’s defense response and biochemical alterations to achieve tolerance / resistance.

Providing an overview of the current state of knowledge on plant-pest interactions and their role in the genetic improvement of crops, it offers an essential guide for researchers and professionals in the fields of agriculture, plant pathology, entomology, cell biology, molecular biology and genetics.

Providing an overview of the current state of knowledge on plant-pest interactions and their role in the genetic improvement of crops, it offers an essential guide for researchers and professionals in the fields of agriculture, plant pathology, entomology, cell biology, molecular biology and genetics.

This book comprehensively reviews current and novel treatment strategies against human parasites, including protozoans and helminths, using natural products.

This book comprehensively reviews current and novel treatment strategies against human parasites, including protozoans and helminths, using natural products.