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"Attention and Responsibility in Global Health shows the construction of health through what is neglected and how the label of neglect is used, to make the case that shift in attitudes towards tropical diseases is based on changing cultures of health and disease. Tropical diseases have moved from being of high importance for European empires to being neglected and unknown, and then returning to the spotlight once again. During this process, the understanding, framing and overall character of the disease grouping has changed through a rediscovery of a health issue once rendered neglectable. The book depicts this change in relevance of tropical diseases from colonial history to the present day diseases across political, cultural, and socio-economic contexts. It shows the transformation of tropical diseases as a grouping that uncovers the changing strategies, tactics and unintended consequences used in advocacy campaigning by scientists, NGOs and policymakers to drive disease issues up the policy agenda. Drawing on the emergent field of ignorance studies, the book explores ideas about the uses and deployment of strategic "not knowing". It is aimed at academics and students in science and technology studies, the sociology of health and medicine, environmental sociology, public policy, and the history of science"--

"This book is a response to the loss of learning experienced by children and young people during the COVID-19 crisis. It examines the measures which were taken to fix the disruption of education and their limitations particularly in reaching marginalised groups. Drawing on data and experiences from around the world, the book examines education systems as ecosystems with interdependencies between many different components which need to be considered when change is contemplated. Chapters explore the challenges involved ensuring continuity of education for all learners in times of crisis and disruption and sets out practical solutions that are relevant for preparing for natural disasters and ones caused by humans, as well as for climate change challenges and future pandemics. The focus throughout is on building the sustainability of learners' education into education systems to ensure educational continuity for all learners in times of disruption and crisis. Including tools for planning, prompts for reflection, and future possibilities to consider, Education for All in Times of Crisis will be valuable reading for school leaders, educators and policy makers"--

"The COVID-19 pandemic changed world dynamics, working scenarios, as well as professional and emotional dimensions. The virus has emerged as a significant threat for the continuity of business. Keeping the gravity of the problem in mind, companies must understand the need for change and must now update their strategy to account for pandemics. The next pandemic may be more severe than the current one, meaning that organizations need to devise mechanisms and business models to fight with these situations and maintain the business continuity. They should not only look forward to saving plants, machinery and infrastructure, but also concentrate on employee welfare, customer engagement and satisfaction during this crisis time. The book will not only present the evidence of various effective solutions to run a business in the time of a pandemic, but will also put forward the new models and practices of business being followed by people at the time of crisis. It aims to create a bridge between existing business models and proposed business solutions, focusing on existing theories and most importantly case studies from the recent happenings. This rich collection of chapters will provide insights regarding the business challenges, opportunities, and practices during the pandemic situations like COVID-19, making it particularly valuable to researchers, academics, and students in the fields of strategic management, leadership and disaster management"--

"Mapping Urban Spaces focuses on medium-sized European cities, and more specifically on their open spaces from a psychological, sociological and aesthetic point of view. The chapters illustrate how the characteristics that make life in medium-sized European cities pleasant and sustainable-accessibility, ease of travel, urban sustainability, social inclusiveness-can be traced back to the nature of that space. The chapters develop from a phenomenological study of space to contributions on places and landscapes in the city. Centralities and their meaning are studied as well as the social space and its complexity. The contributions focus on history and theory as well as concrete research and mapping approaches and resulting design applications. The case studies come from countries around Europe including Poland, Italy, Greece, Germany, and France, among others. The book will be of interest to students, scholars, and practitioners in architecture, urban planning, and landscape architecture"--

"This book focuses on the Base of the Pyramid (BOP) in Latin America and examines the role of the markets in serving low-income populations as consumers, distributors and entrepreneurs. Deep inequalities, violence and urbanization characterize the region. Despite the reduction of poverty observed during the first two decades of the 21st century, Latin America is the most unequal region in the world. Outside active war zones, the region has the highest homicide rate in the world; and both elements-violence and inequality-are deeply intertwined. Markets have a crucial role to play in closing this gap and offering job and income opportunities, especially to the unemployed youth, paving the way for a safer, more peaceful and sustainable development. In this book, the authors present a collection of cases in which the private sector (mainly large corporations) have attempted to close the gap in access to goods and services, all with diverse outcomes. The book also offers a theoretical reflection on the role community enterprises that manage common-pool resources and who can play a role in serving markets and creating income opportunities for the rural poor."

Introducing An Alternative Development Idea -- The Imperialist Frameworks of Caribbean Development -- The Caribbean in the "New American Century" -- The Caribbean Making America Great Again -- The New Multipolar World Order -- Theoretical Advances with Caribbean Capitalist Development -- The CARIFORUM-EU EPA and Brexit -- Neoliberal Financialization in the Caribbean -- Caribbean Agriculture in the New Multipolar World Order -- PetroCaribe and the CARICOM-China Development Alternative -- China-US Policies and the CARICOM -- Conclusion Economic Policy for the New Multipolar World Order.

The Origins of Warfare -- Military Convergence and the Bronze Age Civilisations of Eurasia -- Military Divergence in Eurasia: Classical Greece against Persia -- The Era of Hybrid Military Machines: Macedonia, the Hellenistic Monarchies, India and China -- Military Divergence Again: Rome, Carthage, Parthia, India and the Far East -- Military Convergence in Medieval Eurasia -- Convergence or Divergence?: Naval Warfare in Medieval Eurasia -- Evolution of Warfare beyond Eurasia.

This book addresses the global history of technology, warfare and state formation from the Stone Age to the Information Age. Using a combination of top-down and bottom-up methodologies, it examines both interstate and intrastate conflicts with a focus on Eurasian technology and warfare. It shows how human agency and structural factors have intertwined, creating a complex web of technology and warfare. It also explores the interplay between technological and non-technological factors to chart the evolution of warfare from its origins to the present day, arguing that the interactions between civilian and military sectors have shaped the use of technology in warfare. Given its scope and depth, it is a valuable resource for researchers in fields such as world history, history of science and technology, history of warfare and imperialism and international relations

Putin intervened in Syria in September 2015, with international critics predicting that Russia would overextend itself and Barack Obama suggesting the country would find itself in a "quagmire" in Syria. Contrary to this, Anna Borshchevskaya argues that in fact Putin achieved significant key domestic and foreign policy objectives without crippling costs, and is well-positioned to direct Syria's future and become a leading power in the Middle East. This outcome has serious implications for Western foreign policy interests both in the Middle East and beyond. This book places Russian intervention in Syria in this broader context, exploring Putin's overall approach to the Middle East - historically Moscow has a special relationship with Damascus - and traces the political, diplomatic, military and domestic aspects of this intervention. Borshchevskaya delves into the Russian military campaign, public opinion within Russia, as well as Russian diplomatic tactics at the United Nations. Crucially, this book illustrates the impact of Western absence in Syria, particularly US absence, and what the role of the West is, and could be, in the Middle East.

Who even are they? : private equity from soup to nuts -- The emergence of the alternative asset class -- Consolidating health care -- It's between me and my doctor? -- Drilling for gold : corralling dentists -- The frail elderly and children : home care and hospice -- Public crisis, private gain : substance abuse and eating disorders -- Capitalizing on children with autism spectrum disorders -- Hijacking an industry : medical ambulance and emergency air transport.

"Fifty Years of Polyamory in America is a history of multiply committed relationships, group marriage, and group living in American over the last fifty years. It is based on the personal experiences of the authors, on extensive research of the movement, and on interviews with leaders in this movement"--