This publication, produced by the APEC Center for Technology Foresight in 2000, explores the multifaceted issues and potential solutions concerning sustainable transportation in APEC megacities. The study highlights the rapid urbanization in the Asia-Pacific region, projecting that by 2025, Asia will be predominantly urbanized, with 20 of the world's megacities located in this region. The repor…
Corporate Strategy: A Resource-Based Approach (1998) by David J. Collis examines the resource-based view (RBV) of corporate strategy, offering a thorough framework for understanding how organizations can utilize their internal resources and strengths to achieve competitive advantage. Instead of focusing on external market conditions, the book emphasizes the strategic importance of internal reso…
Strategic Management of Technology and Innovation (1996) by Robert A. Burgelman, Clayton M. Christensen, and Steven C. Wheelwright provides a thorough exploration of how businesses can manage technological progress and innovation to gain and maintain a competitive edge. The book underscores the need to integrate technology strategy with corporate strategy across different organizational levels,…
Technology Transfer Operations, Including Agreement Formulation and Negotiation offers an in-depth examination of the processes, strategies, and best practices associated with transferring technology across different industries and countries. Published by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the book serves as a key resource for professionals involved in technology tr…
Climate Change Adaptation and International Development explores how development aid programs can be restructured to effectively incorporate climate adaptation measures. This scholarly work underscores the urgency of harmonizing development goals with environmental resilience, particularly in regions that are highly susceptible to climate-related challenges. Through multidisciplinary case studi…
Rapid Math Tricks & Tips: 30 Days to Number Power by Edward H. Julius presents an accessible, structured approach to strengthening mental math skills through daily lessons and efficient calculation strategies. Structured across a 30-day framework, this book equips readers with simplified methods to perform essential arithmetic operations—such as multiplication, division, addition, and subtrac…
Climate Change and the Health of Nations shows how the natural environment has vast direct and indirect repercussions for human health and welfare. McMichael takes us on a tour of human history through the lens of major transformations in climate.
Di buku ini akan ditemukan nama-nama flora dan fauna Nusantara dalam nama ilmiahnya, lengkap dengan kedudukan spesies tersebut dalam taksonomi. Persebarannya pun dijabarkan secara terperinci, lengkap dengan perkiraan perubahan lempeng bumi dan masa geologisnya. Wallace juga menggambarkan fenomena mimikri pada beberapa spesies serangga dan burung. Manusia pun tak luput dari mata jeli Wallace. Ia…
"The Art of the Start" by Guy Kawasaki is the ultimate guide for entrepreneurs and visionaries who dream of turning their grand ideas into reality. Unleash your inner creativity and learn the essential skills needed to start anything, from startups to multinational organizations, with proven strategies from one of businesss' top strategists.
At the core of Smarter Faster Better are eight key concepts from motivation and goal setting to focus and decision making that explain why some people and companies get so much done. Drawing on the latest findings in neuroscience, psychology, and behavioral economics as well as the experiences of CEOs, educational reformers, four-star generals, FBI agents, airplane pilots, and Broadway songwrit…
Confrontation of Cosmological Theories with Observational Data, edited by M.S. Longair, brings together the proceedings of the 63rd International Astronomical Union (IAU) Symposium held in Cracow, Poland, in September 1973. This collection offers a thorough investigation of the hot big bang theory, focusing on its impact on the structure and behavior of the universe. The contributors explore va…
Modern Elementary Mathematics by M. Ward and C.E. Hardg is a clear and detailed introduction to the basic concepts of mathematics, crafted to guide students through the foundational principles of elementary math. The book focuses on developing mathematical reasoning and problem-solving abilities, covering essential topics such as arithmetic, introductory algebra, geometry, and number theory. …
The book New Manual of Seismological Observatory Practice (NMSOP) by Peter Bormann is a comprehensive guide designed to provide in-depth insights into the standards, practices, and procedures for operating modern seismological observatories. The book focuses on the technical, methodological, and practical aspects of observational seismology, offering detailed guidelines on the collection, proce…
Statistical Decision: Part I offers an in-depth exploration of how statistical techniques are applied in decision-making. The book covers essential statistical methods, including probability theory, hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and decision theory, emphasizing their practical use in addressing uncertainty. The author demonstrates how these statistical tools can inform decisions by p…