Design and Fabrication of Self-Powered Micro-Harvesters introduces the latest trends of self-powered generators and energy harvester systems, including the design, analysis and fabrication of micro power systems.[...]

Approximately 75% of emerging infectious diseases are zoonoses. The rate of emergence of zoonotic viruses appears to be increasing and/or our ability to detect new viruses is improving. Bats are being increasingly recognised as an important reservoir of zoonotic viruses of different families, includ[...]

Tingjin Lin explores the conflict between self-interest and the provision of equality of opportunity facing educators in China. Provincial leaders prove reluctant to equalize education when doing so means sacrificing their future promotion.[...]

Ongoing research in nanotechnology promises both innovations and risks, potentially and profoundly changing the world. This book helps to promote a balanced understanding of this important emerging technology, offering an informed and impartial look at the technology, its science, and its social imp[...]

Peppa Goes Swimming is a colourful and engaging story book based on the delightful children's series. Peppa and George are going swimming, but George is a bit scared. How will Mummy and Daddy Pig ever convince him to get in the pool? Read this fun children's story to find out. The Peppa Pig range of[...]

Academics and professionals taking the IELTS to validate their proficiency in English will find everything they need for success in Barron's 3-books-in-1 IELTS Superpack. This comprehensive package provides test takers with an overview of the IELTS, a total of ten full-length practice tests with ans[...]

Guides and instructs readers on preparing for the Test of English for International Communication, and provides practice exercises and quizzes for each lesson.[...]

Reviews all question types covered by the International English Language Testing System, offers four practice tests, and includes audio portions of the test on CDs.[...]

IELTS test takers must have a command of English vocabulary that applies to many different situations and contexts. This book offers students extensive practice in vocabulary building and correct English usage, with emphasis on 600 English words that relate to specific categories that appear frequen[...]