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The Copernican Revolution in Literature brings together six essays that explore how science, literature, and art intersect in writing, imagination, and everyday life. The first chapter introduces the “Lab Lit” genre and the experiences of a laboratory where real science becomes narrative material. The second chapter proposes “literaturization” as a tool for recognizing ways of reading, writing, and speaking through the lens of literature, literariness, and literalness. The third chapter examines the historical links between art and science and shows how both fields create images of the world and seek to captivate our gaze. The fourth chapter applies chaos theory to everyday scenes to understand the unpredictable scope of a word, an act, or a decision. The fifth chapter reconstructs, based on medical archives, the conceptions of delirium associated with smallpox in Bogotá. The sixth chapter traces the life of Thomas Wiggins, a blind, enslaved African American pianist whose genius challenged the notions of normality in his time. This book invites us to think of knowledge as a sensory, narrative, and deeply human experience.

This Bulgarian EPPO/OLAF volume starts with an introduction by Prof Dr Dobrinka Chankova providing a categorisation of the fight against EU frauds in Bulgaria. The book offers a comprehensive guide to EPPO/OLAF investigations, including case law, sources of law, and relevant institutions. In addition, the volume names relevant authorities, lists the PIF offences under Bulgarian law and provides instructions for the Court Case Access Portal.This volume is written in English and contains footnotes that reproduce the original Bulgarian legislation in Bulgarian. It also contains symbols for further information and quick reference for academics, students, practitioners and other interested readers. Prof Dr Dobrinka Chankova acted as national expert.

Regardless of the field, measurements are essential for validating theories and making well-founded decisions. A criterion for the validity and comparability of measured values is their uncertainty. Still, in room acoustical measurements, the application of established rules to interpret uncertainties in measurement is not yet widespread. This raises the question of the validity and interpretability of room acoustical measurements. This work discusses the uncertainties in measuring room acoustical single-number quantities that complies with the framework of the ``Guide to the Expression of Uncertainty in Measurement''(GUM). Starting point is a structured search of variables that potentially influence the measurement of room impulse responses. In a second step, this uncertainty is propagated through the algorithm that determines single-number quantities. A second emphasis is placed on the investigation of spatial fluctuations of the sound field in auditoria. The spatial variance of the sound field in combination with an uncertain measurement position marks a major contribution to the overall measurement uncertainty. To reach general conclusions, the relation between changes in the measurement location and the corresponding changes in measured room acoustical quantities is investigated empirically in extensive measurement series. This study shows how precisely a measurement position must be defined to ensure a given uncertainty of room acoustical single-number quantities. The presented methods form a foundation that can be exibly extended in future investigations to include additional influences on the measurement uncertainty.

What does the term author mean in the Romance literatures of the Middle Ages? What is its role in structuring the collection of texts attributed to it? Do the medieval written testimonies reflect the idea the author had of his work or do they obey other cultural criteria established by the compilers? This book brings together the contributions to the international colloquium with the same title organised by the Universities of Fribourg and Geneva and takes us to the heart of the fundamental dialectic between the literary author whose figure emerges in the course of the Middle Ages and the dynamics of the dissemination of his work.

Grounded theory is one of the most important intellectual developments in academic research. Prior to the seminal work in grounded theory in the 1960s the essence of academic research in the social sciences had not been particularly well articulated. Of course, some important work had already been done but it had been by particularly gifted individuals who, for whatever reason, were able to make use of their visceral understanding of the subject. The famous work by Glasser and Strauss put social science research under the microscope and in so doing it provided the academic community with a language set that gave many more people a much better opportunity to fully understand the nature of research. I believe that every academic researcher should know about Grounded theory as that will allow them to have a much more thorough understanding of what they are doing. There is a useful glossary at the end of this textbook. Readers of this book have my best wishes in achieving their objectives through their work with academic research.

Das Werk enthält nicht nur einen aktuellen Überblick über das gesamte chinesische Sozialleistungsrecht. Es führt auch die Systeme der sozialen Sicherheit und ihre Entwicklungen zusammen und bettet alles in die staatliche Gesamtrechtsordnung ein. Zunächst werden die historischen, gesellschaftlichen und ökonomischen Rahmenbedingungen dargestellt. Darauf aufbauend erklärt die Autorin die Rolle der Verfassung und erörtert die Systematisierung der sozialen Sicherheit sowie die wichtigen Reformen. Daneben analysiert sie ausführlich den Einfluss internationaler Institutionen. Die Gesamtrichtung der Reformen wird dadurch herausgearbeitet und vor dem Leser ausgebreitet. Um die Entwicklungsorientierung zu erfassen, stützt sich die Beschreibung im Allgemeinen auf eine induktive Forschungsmethode. Eine Verflechtung der historischen Methode, der deskriptiven Methode, der vergleichenden Methode zieht sich durch diese Arbeit.

The disintegration of the Soviet Union changed the status of the borders of its republics: internal administrative borders became international ones that were redefined by treaties between the successor republics, and the former external borders of the Union were similarly redefined. This article shows how these negotiations and further bordering developed differently in the regions of the Baltic States, the western post-Soviet states, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. Various influencing factors played out differently: previous social, cultural, and political orders; nation-building efforts; economic and structural linkages; and competing regional and international political projects. Peace has prevailed around most of the borders, and the population has created ways to maintain social relations. However, starting with the conflicts in the Caucasus in the early 1990s, unresolved conflicts over borders of the successor republics have increased.

Les spectres, plaisantait Henri Heine, ont décidément quelque chose d’allemand. Doit-on pour autant en conclure qu’il existe une littérature fantastique allemande spécifique ? Le présent recueil rassemble un certain nombre d’études censées à la fois délimiter un territoire et proposer quelques repères chronologiques. Les moments distingués – L’héritage hoffmannien ; Entre Décadence et fascisme ; L’École « pragoise » ; Les littératures de l’Après – dessinent une tradition faite d’allégeances, de ruptures, d’hybridations qui tentent à chaque fois de mettre en récit le non-dit d’une époque donnée. De E. T. A Hoffmann à H. von Kleist, de G. Meyrink, H. H. Ewers à L. Perutz, de A. Lernet-Holenia à F. G. Jünger, cette « autre scène » nous convainc que l’affinité entre le genre fantastique et ce que l’on appelle sommairement la culture germanique ne réside pas – contrairement, peut-être, à une idée reçue – dans la célébration commune d’une sorte d’irrationalisme premier indifférent à l’Histoire, mais plutôt dans le partage d’une interrogation inquiète, voire angoissée mais toujours parfaitement raisonnée, sur la validité des formes mêmes des discours de raison pour dire la relation de l’individu à l’Histoire.

At its core, this book illuminates the intricate landscape of relationships, societal expectations, and personal aspirations within Johannesburg’s Black middle class. Through nuanced research and compelling narratives, the authors draw meaningful connections between individual experiences and broader demographic and cultural trends. Each chapter provides a deep, thoughtful exploration of topics such as race, gender, class, sexuality, and the intersectionality of these identities. Written with remarkable accessibility and scholarly rigour, the book invites readers from diverse backgrounds to engage with complex social dynamics. The narratives are at once intimate and analytical, revealing the multifaceted nature of love, intimacy, and relationships in contemporary Black middle-class life. Beyond academic discourse, this work represents a significant contribution to our understanding of identity, social transformation, and personal resilience. By exploring the evolving dynamics of relationships in Johannesburg, the authors invite readers to reflect on how societal changes shape individual lives and how Black middle-class experiences continually redefine success, connection, and community in our global context.

Sustainable Development

Discover a brand-new perspective on how education will help us build the future with Lifelong Learning - Education for the Future World. This book provides fresh insights into top-of-the-line strategies and developing trends while delving deep into a variety of future perspectives on lifelong learning and the use of technology within the classroom. The wide range of topics in this volume provide the information you need to successfully navigate the intricacies of the digital world. Learn how individualized education and adaptable learning environments can help people prepare for a constantly ever-changing world. With a focus on inclusivity, equity, and the promotion of chances for lifelong learning for everyone, this book is an excellent asset for educators and anyone who wishes to know more about influencing the future of education. Join us on this exciting journey as we explore and discover how lifelong learning can empower people and transform society for future generations.

This open access book is written by world-renowned experts on radiomolecular precision oncology to celebrate the work, life, principles and ideology of Richard P Baum. It includes commentaries, reviews and some thought provoking novel ideas on radionuclide precision oncology, covering topics such as various aspects of theranostics and molecular radiotherapy like radiolabeled peptides, radiolabeled antibodies, dosimetry, and quality control as well as the diagnosis and treatment of specific tumor types. Featuring contributions by biologists, physicists, chemists, mathematicians, geneticists, and physicians from a range of specialties, this Festschrift is highly interdisciplinary and will be a valuable resource for future precision oncologists. ;

While only one book-length memoir recounting the sojourn of an Australian in France was published in the 1990s, well over 40 have been published since 2000, overwhelmingly written by women. Although we might expect a focus on travel, intercultural adjustment and communication in these texts, this is the case only in a minority of accounts. More frequently, France serves as a backdrop to a project of self-renovation in which transplantation to another country is incidental, hence the question ‘What’s France got to do with it?’ The book delves into what France represents in the various narratives, its role in the self-transformation, and the reasons for the seemingly insatiable demand among readers and publishers for these stories. It asks why these memoirs have gained such traction among Australian women at the dawn of the twenty-first century and what is at stake in the fascination with France.

L’agriculture est-elle toujours une affaire de famille ? Cet ouvrage analyse les transformations du caractère familial de l’agriculture en France, mises en perspective avec quelques éclairages de situations dans les pays du Sud. La première partie de l’ouvrage rend compte des recompositions de l’exploitation agricole et de ses enjeux, exploitation qui est de moins en moins familiale, tout en le restant. Elle propose des cadres d’analyse élargis pour les appréhender. Les transformations des formes familiales d’agriculture sont abordées dans une deuxième partie par l’étude des mutations qui s’opèrent dans le travail en agriculture. Ces mutations amènent à questionner le sens du travail et les interfaces avec le vivre en famille et les activités non-agricoles, au-delà des seules problématiques d’organisation et de performances technico-économiques. La troisième partie de l’ouvrage montre que les cadres structurant l’activité agricole dépassent le champ de la famille et se renouvellent, en particulier dans les formes d’insertion territoriale, dans les modalités des processus d’innovation et par des reconfigurations de l’action collective de proximité. Finalement, les transformations du caractère familial, saisies dans le temps long des trajectoires d’exploitations, sont aussi observées dans les formes et stratégies de pérennisation et de transmission, qu’il s’agisse de transmettre un statut, une activité, une entreprise, un patrimoine, un outil de production ou encore des savoir-faire. Une synthèse conclusive propose un renouvellement des questions de recherche et plaide pour un décloisonnement des études en agriculture. L’ouvrage rassemble des travaux de recherche récents de chercheurs issus du département Sciences pour l’action et le développement (Sad) de l’Inra et de ses partenaires scientifiques et professionnels. Il fait une large place à des travaux de jeunes chercheurs et à des thèses récemment soutenues. D’abord destiné aux chercheurs et enseignants-chercheurs, il s’adresse également aux organisations professionnelles (instituts techniques, réseaux associatifs, syndicats, chambres d’agriculture, etc.).

As the form factor of microelectronic systems and chips are continuing to shrink, the demand for increased connectivity and functionality shows an unabated rising trend. This is driving the evolution of technologies that requires 3D approaches for the integration of devices and system design. The 3D technology allows higher packing densities as well as shorter chip-to-chip interconnects. Micro-bump technology with through-silicon vias (TSVs) and advances in flip chip technology enable the development and manufacturing of devices at bump pitch of 14 μm or less. Silicon carrier or interposer enabling 3D chip stacking between the chip and the carrier used in packaging may also offer probing solutions by providing a bonding platform or intermediate board for a substrate or a component probe card assembly. Standard vertical probing technologies use microfabrication technologies for probes, templates and substrate-ceramic packages. Fine pitches, below 50 μm bump pitch, pose enormous challenges and microelectromechanical system (MEMS) processes are finding applications in producing springs, probes, carrier or substrate structures. In this chapter, we explore the application of MEMS-based technologies on manufacturing of advanced probe cards for probing dies with various new pad or bump structures.