The 3R’s Approach in Preclinical Pharmacology
This book offers a framework for integrating scientific advancement with ethical accountability. It details the 3R’s (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement) to reduce animal usage, refine study designs, and improve animal welfare while maintaining scientific integrity.
R.D. Laing and the Politics of Truth
This collection of essays appraises R.D. Laing’s life, work, brilliance, and frailties. Contributions from colleagues, friends, and clients confirm the enduring relevance of this original, critical voice. This inspiring book will challenge you to rethink your assumptions.
This book analyzes the rise of Homo Sapiens, from the cosmic conditions of Earth’s birth to the future of our species. It considers the development of civilization, our role on the planet, and what lies ahead: space conquest, AI, and genetic enhancement.
Success is deeply intertwined with psychology. This book explores the power of mindset, emotional intelligence, and resilience, offering practical strategies for personal and professional growth. Build the mental frameworks necessary to thrive and unlock your full potential.
This book explores the critical role of gender in the agricultural sector, examining the challenges women face. It advocates for inclusive, gender-sensitive policies that empower women, promote equity, and ensure sustainable development and food security.
My Life as A Forensic Sociologist
A forensic sociologist involved in criminal trials, Dr. Erickson acts as an expert witness for the defence or prosecution. This is the real-life story of her involvement with violent crime, visiting scenes in the dead of night to uncover discoveries for her testimony.
India’s Elderly
This book by multidisciplinary experts proposes policies to manage our growing elderly population with care and compassion, and to tap into the benefits of this demographic. It explores gerontology, quality of life, functional independence, healthcare, and psycho-social issues.
This book examines the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies and the ongoing debate surrounding it. Uniquely, it studies the issue from the perspective of developing countries, with a special focus on India. It acts as an essential primer for students and researchers.
Identity, Politics, and Narratives of Belonging
This collection of essays explores Northeast India’s diverse heritage, from its literature and folklore to gender dynamics. It delves into identity, beliefs, and customs, revealing how they shape regional identities and the evolving cultural discourse of the region.
This study examines François-Adrien Boieldieu, composer of the masterpiece La Dame blanche. Collaborating with dramatist Eugène Scribe, he stimulated the flowering of the Romantic opéra-comique. Based on Sir Walter Scott, his work influenced composers across Europe, even Wagner.
Intercultural Communication in Post-Pandemic and Dystopian Times
This essay turns intercultural concepts inside out, pointing out their shortcomings and dissecting the real obstacles to communication: identitarianisms, tribal meanings, and exclusionary differences. It is a call for us to become culturally resilient and readjust our mirrors.
This volume examines England’s pioneering computer efforts from the 1950s to the 1970s. Discover innovative concepts like time-sharing and multiprogramming, and learn how LEO I, the first business computer, arose not from a tech company or academia, but from a Tea Shoppe!
Transatlantic Modernism
This book explores transatlantic modernism’s interactions with philosophy, religion, and art. It considers how authors like Woolf, Joyce, Faulkner, and Eliot engaged explorations of literary form, identity, and truth while searching for—or denying—belief.
From Fin de Siècle to Semi-Centennial Drama of Europe
This book offers groundbreaking interpretations of timeless 19th and 20th-century drama. Using new critical methods like Cultural Memory and Vulnerability studies, it builds inroads to both obscure and notable texts, connecting the past to a vigilant future for researchers.
This book penetrates the myths of Roman history, narrating its epic story from the founding of the Republic, through civil wars, to the rise of the Empire. One lesson is learned: Liberty is too valuable to be forsaken for the safety of “bread and circuses.”
Social Entrepreneurial Intent
What drives someone to tackle monumental problems? This book journeys into the heart of social entrepreneurship, uncovering the motivations that spark individuals to become agents of change and exploring how this knowledge can be used to make a lasting impact.
The Treaty of Versailles and The Carthaginian Peace
This book reconsiders the Treaty of Versailles against Keynes’ verdict of a ‘Carthaginian peace’. This powerful myth is contrasted with the reality of the Conference: a hard-won compromise. It highlights the mythology of Germany’s ‘destruction’ by a ‘Diktat’ of Versailles.
Booleying in Ireland
This book challenges the view of booleying as a post-medieval practice. Drawing on extensive research, it traces the origins of transhumance to the prehistoric period, providing a fresh perspective on its history and economic importance in Ireland and Achill.
Evolving Internal Organization Development
This guide to Internal Organization Development (OD) provides practical tools to drive meaningful change from within. Learn to foster a proactive, resilient culture, build an OD department, and navigate politics to cultivate a high-performance organization that supports growth.
A pioneering guide to e-Portfolio assessment for EFL educators. This book provides innovative frameworks to move beyond traditional exams, offering theoretical insights and practical guidance to foster transformative student learning in real-world classrooms.