Driven by globalization, technology, and changes in public policy, most industries are restructuring. This timely book helps high-level decision makers seize the competitive edge in this new environment with M&A "roll-ups"the acquisition of similar businesses to build competitive mass in a specific [...]

Synthesis is at the core of organic chemistry. In order for compounds to be studied-be it as drugs, materials, or because of their physical properties- they have to be prepared, often in multistep synthetic sequences. Thus, the target compound is at the outset of synthesis planning. Synthesis involv[...]

An excellent overview of the economic, political and business trends remaking China in the 21st century as perceived by several of the recognized top experts in this field.[...]