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What are Forensic Sciences? - Concepts, Scope and Future Perspectives

by Ricardo Jorge Dinis-Oliveira e Teresa Magalhães

~~13,59€~~ 10,87€ 20% OFF

 The forensic sciences are, today, an attractive and a complex "new world", from their scientific point of view and the individual and social impact they have. In a broad sense, the forensic sciences refer to the application of the knowledge of various sciences to clarify facts that are - or might be - judged in a legal or judicial level and in the criminal context, as well as in other areas of law. There are various disciplines within the forensic sciences, but we focused on those that are already are robust and individualized enough. Their designations are not always clear, and the limits of the areas of intervention of each one are not always obvious. With this book we want to contribute to the explanation of these aspects, hoping to promote a better recognition and the consequent connection between the different professionals operating in this area. But, despite their great diversity, all these sciences are united by common and fundamental notions, including the object, the objectives and the general methodology of their intervention - an evidentiary activity of scientific nature as an aid in the application of justice. These commonalities should be the engine of steady and good cooperation between the various sciences, since the resolution of many cases often requires an increasingly multidisciplinary participation. This book is also a tribute to Duarte Nuno Vieira, one of the most famous forensic specialists in the world. Topics - Forensic ballistics - Forensic biomechanics - Forensic botany - Forensic palynology - Document examination - Forensic nursing - Forensic entomology - Forensic photography - Forensic genetics - DNA database - Forensic geology - Computer forensics - Bloodstain pattern analysis - Forensic investigation on explosive atmospheres and explosives - Forensic investigation in forest fires - Forensic linguistics - Lophoscopy - Forensic odontology - Forensic medicine - Clinical forensic medicine - Forensic pathology - Forensic psychology - Forensic psychiatry - Forensic chemistry - Forensic social work - Forensic toxicology Preface Aurelio Luna Maldonado Full Professor of Forensic Medicine, University of Murcia
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Wisdom Of Teeth - Dentosophy - A Gateway To Health: From Oral Balance To Total Balance

by Michel Montaud

~~13,24€~~ 10,59€ 20% OFF

 A new practical philosophy relating to the teeth, dentistry and holistic health.
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Do-A-Leap-A-Faith And Go For It

by Craig Bulow

3,95€ + 10% CARD

 From late-night revelry in Sydney to the untamed waters of the Tully River, Do a Leap-A-Faith and Go for It is a whirlwind journey through Australia's backpacking scene, brimming with misadventures, camaraderie, and unforgettable encounters. With a sharp eye for detail and a knack for turning the ordinary into the extraordinary, Craig Bulow takes readers along for a ride filled with sun-soaked landscapes, spontaneous friendships, and the unfiltered chaos of budget travel. Whether it's surviving hostel dormitories that smell like "a teenager's bedroom x12" or navigating white-water rapids with an unexpected celebrity, his stories are as unpredictable as the road itself. But beneath the humour and high-spirited escapades lies a deeper exploration of what it means to truly embrace adventure. From the ancient rainforests of the Daintree to the electrifying energy of Cairns' nightlife, Bulow's travels capture the highs and lows of throwing caution to the wind and seeing where the world takes you.
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A History Of London Through Beer Goggles (Tubes And Tunnels Edition)

by Cyril O'Brien

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 Step into a London where history and happy hour collide, usually somewhere between King's Cross and your next well-earned pint. This book is your cheeky companion to the city's rich tapestry of scandal, spirits (both boozy and ghostly), and pub culture so legendary it practically deserves its own blue plaque. Wander cobblestone streets that have soaked up centuries of spilled drinks (and more than a few secrets), then duck into dimly lit taverns where the only thing stronger than the history is the whiskey. Whether you're a trivia junkie, a history nerd, a pub aficionado, or simply someone who believes all great stories start with, "So, I was at the pub…," this book has your name on it. Uncover the weird and wonderful history of London's quirkiest watering holes, swap eerie ghost stories over a round, and fill your brain with enough historical titbits to impress even the surliest of bartenders. This isn't just a book; it's your passport to a city where every pint comes with a plot twist, every Tube stop hides a tale, and every shadow might just be something more than a trick of the light. So grab your mates, plan your route, mind the gap, and brace yourself for an adventure packed with laughter, libations, and just a little learning (but don't worry, there's beer to help with that). The night is young, and the spirits, of all kinds, are waiting!
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The (In)Trepid Traveller

by Susan Halliwell

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 The (In)Trepid Traveller invites you on a vivid journey across the globe, from the frozen reaches of northern Norway – where a sad Sami and his reindeer await – to the equatorial islands of Kiribati, where communities confront the daily reality of climate change. Encounter giant lizards on Komodo Island, swim with sharks in the Langa Langa Lagoon, and explore the jungles of the Marquesas filled with ancient tikis and petroglyphs. Meet tattooed, machete-wielding workers on a copra plantation in the Solomon Islands, ride out a violent Mediterranean storm, and witness the crafting of shell money on Malaita. Wander through a candle-lit procession in Athens, face a tense interview with police in provincial China, and observe a dramatic hanging effigy of Judas – complete with gunfire – on the island of Hydra. Be captivated by angelic voices at a mountaintop basilica in Spain and swept away by an Indigenous dance festival in Far North Queensland, Australia. You'll even visit the mysterious Stone Forest near Kunming, China. With touches of humour and a treasure trove of fascinating facts, this book is perfect for curious minds and adventurous spirits. The (In)Trepid Traveller offers an unforgettable glimpse into the wonders – and occasional chaos – of the world we share.
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Journey To Bosnia - A Week In February

by Carles Brotons Junca

~~3,60€~~ 2,88€ 20% OFF

 In the aftermath of the war in former Yugoslavia, a humanitarian aid convoy travels through the cold month of February to Bosnia. Sensitiively and clearly recounted in first person by the narrator, we are made experience the perilous moments that he lived through as if we are there ourselves.
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Contemporary Perspectives On Research In Assessment And Evaluation In Early Childhood Education

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Contemporary Perspectives On Research In Assessment And Evaluation In Early Childhood Education

~~106,00€~~ 84,80€ 20% OFF

 Researchers, educators, professional organizations, administrators, parents, and policy makers have increased their involvement in the assessment and evaluation of early childhood education programs. This interest has developed swiftly during the last decades. The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the National Association of Early Childhood Specialists in State Departments of Education (NAECS/SDE) developed a position statement titled, "Early childhood curriculum, assessment, and program evaluation: Building an effective, accountable system in programs for children birth through age 8," to address related trends, issues, guiding principles, and values. Appropriate and well-designed evaluations need to address several audiences including researchers, educators, policy makers, children, and parents. They need to encourage the implementation of a strong foundation that improves the quality of the children's education. Child assessment and program evaluation can lead to effective results and better accountability for preschool, kindergarten, and primary school programs. The purpose of this volume is to share a collection of research strands on contemporary perspectives on research in assessment and evaluation in early childhood education. It provides a review and critical analysis of the literature on assessment and evaluation of programs, children, teachers, and settings. The volume begins with a brief introductory chapter that presents the reader with a map of the area, laying out the issues and alternatives, and linking these to the chapters that follow. It addresses several areas including (1) understanding assessment and evaluation with young children, (2) schools and assessment implications, (3) teacher evaluation and professional development, (4) social relationships and assessment, (5) content areas in early education assessment, (6) technology and assessment, and (7) conclusion with future research directions in assessment and evaluation in early childhood education. The volume is of interest to researchers, educators, policy makers, university faculty, graduate students, and general readers who are interested in research on assessment and evaluation in early childhood education. The chapters are authored by established scholars in the field.
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Curriculum Windows - What Curriculum Theorists Of The 1990s Can Teach Us About Schools And Society Today

~~59,63€~~ 47,70€ 20% OFF

 Curriculum Windows: What Curriculum Theorists of the 1990s Can Teach Us about Schools and Society Today is an effort by students of curriculum studies, along with their professor, to interpret and understand curriculum texts and theorists of the 1990s in contemporary terms. The authors explore how key books/authors from the curriculum field of the 1990s illuminate new possibilities forward for us as scholar educators today: How might the theories, practices, and ideas wrapped up in curriculum texts of the 1990s still resonate with us, allow us to see backward in time and forward in time - all at the same time? How might these figurative windows of insight, thought, ideas, fantasy, and fancy make us think differently about curriculum, teaching, learning, students, education, leadership, and schools? Further, how might they help us see more clearly, even perhaps put us on a path to correct the mistakes and missteps of intervening decades and of today? The chapter authors and editor revisit and interpret several of the most important works in the curriculum field of the 1990s.
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Using Classification And Regression Trees - A Practical Primer

by Xin Ma

~~53,00€~~ 42,40€ 20% OFF

 Classification and regression trees (CART) is one of the several contemporary statistical techniques with good promise for research in many academic fields. There are very few books on CART, especially on applied CART.This book, as a good practical primer with a focus on applications, introduces the relatively new statistical technique of CART as a powerful analytical tool. The easy-to-understand (non-technical) language and illustrative graphs (tables) as well as the use of the popular statistical software program (SPSS) appeal to readers without strong statistical background. This book helps readers understand the foundation, the operation, and the interpretation of CART analysis, thus becoming knowledgeable consumers and skillful users of CART.The chapter on advanced CART procedures not yet well-discussed in the literature allows readers to effectively seek further empowerment of their research designs by extending the analytical power of CART to a whole new level. This highly practical book is specifically written for academic researchers, data analysts, and graduate students in many disciplines such as economics, social sciences, medical sciences, and sport sciences who do not have strong statistical background but still strive to take full advantage of CART as a powerful analytical tool for research in their fields.
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Elusive Price Of Justice - Nelson Famly Saga, #3

by Robert John Deluca

3,49€ + 10% CARD

 Although he left his position with the master of deceit, Dwight Lamar, well before the swindler vanishes, Matt Nelson is held accountable for serious construction deficiencies that have caused the deaths of residents on the projects he worked on. An ambitious DA needs a scapegoat, and no one has been brought to justice. Matt Nelson fits the bill. Stuck with land in Houston when Lamar disappeared, a New York patriarch, eager to rid himself of the Texas property, resells it to a bottom-feeder investor from Utah, who immediately defaults on the deal. Matt and brother John are hired to chase down the swindlers. Their wild pursuit takes them from singles bars in Brooklyn to the ski slopes of Vermont to the mountains of Utah. At home, things look grim for Matt, who has been indicted and is about to stand trial. Though innocent, rather than face an uncertain jury, he deliberates taking a deal with the DA. He cannot imagine subjecting his family to a high-profile trial. Can anything possibly save him at the eleventh hour?
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Speaking Science To Power - Responsible Researchers And Policymaking

~~29,14€~~ 23,31€ 20% OFF

 Science has the potential to do much good. But it can also be misused and cause harm. How can researchers become aware of the risks and share their insights responsibly? This volume gathers a premier group of scholars and practitioners to address cutting-edge dilemmas of "responsible policy engagement." The authors reflect on their own experiences and provide guidance on how to constructively communicate with policymakers - while also being transparent about the uncertainty and subtleties of the research process. The case studies cover tricky policy engagements on topics ranging from postconflict power-sharing, atrocities prevention, NATO enlargement, economic crises, and business and human rights to counterinsurgency and state-building, census data and polling, and intelligence analysis. To avoid pitfalls, the analyses offer a mix of ethical principles and practical advice, including setting cautionary ethical redlines, reflecting on one's position and values, and describing areas of consensus and degrees of uncertainty. Speaking Science to Power uncovers the temptations scholars may face to share particular results, overgeneralize findings, conceal uncertainty, or curry favor with policymakers, and then urges them to act responsibly.
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Speaking Science To Power - Responsible Researchers And Policymaking

~~29,14€~~ 23,31€ 20% OFF

 Science has the potential to do much good. But it can also be misused and cause harm. How can researchers become aware of the risks and share their insights responsibly? This volume gathers a premier group of scholars and practitioners to address cutting-edge dilemmas of "responsible policy engagement." The authors reflect on their own experiences and provide guidance on how to constructively communicate with policymakers - while also being transparent about the uncertainty and subtleties of the research process. The case studies cover tricky policy engagements on topics ranging from postconflict power-sharing, atrocities prevention, NATO enlargement, economic crises, and business and human rights to counterinsurgency and state-building, census data and polling, and intelligence analysis. To avoid pitfalls, the analyses offer a mix of ethical principles and practical advice, including setting cautionary ethical redlines, reflecting on one's position and values, and describing areas of consensus and degrees of uncertainty. Speaking Science to Power uncovers the temptations scholars may face to share particular results, overgeneralize findings, conceal uncertainty, or curry favor with policymakers, and then urges them to act responsibly.
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Secrets Of The Purple Pearl

by Kate Mckinnon

7,89€ + 10% CARD

 From Saturday Night Live legend Kate McKinnon comes the highly anticipated second book in her #1 New York Times bestselling series about mad science, three peculiar sisters, and the mysterious Millicent Quibb!
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Structural Power-Dependence And Social Negotiation In Exchange Networks - A Research Program In Progress

by John Stolte

~~120,58€~~ 96,46€ 20% OFF

 What are key causes and effects of structural inequality across many social, economic, and psychological situations of life? Power-dependence/exchange theory and relevant data are used in this book to help answer this complicated question. Crucial dimensions of interpersonal behavior, social symbolic communication, and individual social psychology are explored in the context of exchange network and group dynamics. Developed across the past 60 years, the research program covered here provides a distinctive perspective on "social exchange theory," bringing to bear data produced through use of various research methods: qualitative ethnography, controlled laboratory experiment, vignette experiment, social sample survey, and psycholinguistic analysis. Structural Power-Dependence and Social Negotiation in Exchange Networks: A Research Program in Progressis now available in paperback for individual customers.
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Tourism Agility In Times Of Crisis And Uncertainty 1 - Between Technology And Society

~~166,95€~~ 133,56€ 20% OFF

 In times of crisis and uncertainty, tourism suffers multiple transformations such as societal, ecological, technological, and political changes, among many others. Beyond the cyclical adjustments, these upheavals call for agility on the part of tourism territories and organizations at various levels. Tourism Agility in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty 1 proposes a multidisciplinary approach to questioning tourism agility in terms of uncertainty, technology and society. This first volume analyzes various discourses around the notion of major crises, proposing agile responses for a different kind of tourism, mixing theoretical solutions and management approaches, while addressing the question of resilience within the tourism sector. Reflections revolve around the digital skills of companies, while agile vectors - linking artificial intelligence and the quest for meaning - are also examined. Finally, the societal and social approach to tourism agility highlights the crucial issues of relations between tourists and locals, as well as the contemporary dynamics of visitor-host interactions in the context of agritourism.
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Tourism Agility In Times Of Crisis And Uncertainty 2 - Between Marketing-Communication And Sustainability

~~166,95€~~ 133,56€ 20% OFF

 In times of crisis and uncertainty, tourism suffers multiple transformations such as societal, ecological, technological, and political changes, among many others. Beyond the cyclical adjustments, these upheavals call for agility on the part of tourism territories and organizations at various levels. Tourism Agility in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty 2 explores, from a multidisciplinary perspective, tourism agility through the dimensions of attractiveness, marketing and sustainability. It begins by analyzing the agile attitude of the tourist as a consumer and deciphers a wide range of agile strategies and policies implemented by actors and territories: digital communication by Côte d''Azur destination management organizations, creativity in the French spa sector, integration of attractions and key locations in the Chaîne des Puys and tourism enhancement in Hauts-de-France. The book then analyzes sustainability as a central issue in tourism agility, whether we are talking about flexibly managing visitor flows to major natural heritage sites, characterizing local tourism, thinking about hypermobility or examining soft mobility.
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Tourism Agility In Times Of Crisis And Uncertainty 1 - Between Technology And Society

~~174,90€~~ 139,92€ 20% OFF

 In times of crisis and uncertainty, tourism suffers multiple transformations such as societal, ecological, technological, and political changes, among many others. Beyond the cyclical adjustments, these upheavals call for agility on the part of tourism territories and organizations at various levels. Tourism Agility in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty 1 proposes a multidisciplinary approach to questioning tourism agility in terms of uncertainty, technology and society. This first volume analyzes various discourses around the notion of major crises, proposing agile responses for a different kind of tourism, mixing theoretical solutions and management approaches, while addressing the question of resilience within the tourism sector. Reflections revolve around the digital skills of companies, while agile vectors - linking artificial intelligence and the quest for meaning - are also examined. Finally, the societal and social approach to tourism agility highlights the crucial issues of relations between tourists and locals, as well as the contemporary dynamics of visitor-host interactions in the context of agritourism.
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Tourism Agility In Times Of Crisis And Uncertainty 2 - Between Marketing-Communication And Sustainability

~~174,90€~~ 139,92€ 20% OFF

 In times of crisis and uncertainty, tourism suffers multiple transformations such as societal, ecological, technological, and political changes, among many others. Beyond the cyclical adjustments, these upheavals call for agility on the part of tourism territories and organizations at various levels. Tourism Agility in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty 2 explores, from a multidisciplinary perspective, tourism agility through the dimensions of attractiveness, marketing and sustainability. It begins by analyzing the agile attitude of the tourist as a consumer and deciphers a wide range of agile strategies and policies implemented by actors and territories: digital communication by Côte d''Azur destination management organizations, creativity in the French spa sector, integration of attractions and key locations in the Chaîne des Puys and tourism enhancement in Hauts-de-France. The book then analyzes sustainability as a central issue in tourism agility, whether we are talking about flexibly managing visitor flows to major natural heritage sites, characterizing local tourism, thinking about hypermobility or examining soft mobility.
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Deanna'S Delightful Day

by Alpha Deanna Langlais

~~5,29€~~ 4,23€ 20% OFF

 Deanna wanted to travel alone to the "big town" of Beckley topurchase an ankle bracelet that she admired. What’s so specialabout the bracelet? Deanna must do some things before shecan travel. Read the story to find out what she has to do andif she is successful.
Quelques Phenomenes Complexes En Mecanique Des Fluides Et Des Solides

by Champmartin Stephane, Naciri Jaafar Khalid e Saouab Abdelghani

~~238,50€~~ 190,80€ 20% OFF

 Quelques phenomenes complexes en mecanique des fluides et des solides explore et approfondit des thematiques de recherche auxquelles le professeur et chercheur Abdelhak Ambari a apporte de precieuses contributions experimentales et theoriques. Ces sujets incluent la rheologie des fluides complexes et des polymeres, les interactions hydrodynamiques, les ecoulements aux faibles nombres de Reynolds, la caracterisation des milieux poreux, les instabilites hydrodynamiques et en mecanique des solides et enfin, la metrologie par methodes electrochimiques.Cet ouvrage s'adresse a une large communaute de lecteurs desireux d'approfondir ces thematiques scientifiques. Il sera un outil precieux pour les etudiants en doctorat et les chercheurs. Il apportera egalement aux etudiants de licence et master une bonne introduction aux techniques et aux approches developpees en recherche fondamentale et appliquee dans le domaine de la mecanique des fluides, des solides et de l'instrumentation.
Ondes Acoustiques Dans Les Fluides 1

by Clair Vincent, Galland Marie-Annick e Juve Daniel

~~238,50€~~ 190,80€ 20% OFF

 Ondes acoustiques dans les fluides 1 s'adresse aux etudiants et eleves ingenieurs, ainsi qu'aux praticiens de l'industrie qui sont de plus en plus confrontes a la prise en compte de contraintes acoustiques lors de la conception de nouveaux produits.L'ouvrage rappelle les principes physiques et les fondements theoriques de l'acoustique dans les fluides, tout en introduisant des notions de traitement du signal appliquees aux ondes sonores. Il examine ensuite le rayonnement des sources acoustiques, qu'elles soient surfaciques ou volumiques, ainsi que l'utilisation des fonctions de Green et les phenomenes de diffraction par des obstacles. Enfin, il s'interesse a la propagation du son dans les conduits et a l'acoustique des salles.Chaque chapitre est accompagne d'un nombre limite d'exercices, allant de la simple application de formules a des problemes necessitant une analyse theorique avancee ou une solution numerique. Les resultats theoriques sont illustres par de nombreuses figures issues de mesures experimentales, de l'evaluation numerique de formules complexes ou de l'utilisation d'un solveur par elements finis.
Le Risque Radioactif Pour L'Homme

by Amiard Jean-Claude e Zerbib Jean-Claude

~~344,50€~~ 275,60€ 20% OFF

 Le danger radioactif a ete identifie des la decouverte de la radioactivite. Cependant, l'estimation du risque radioactif pour l'homme reste un sujet de vifs debats dans la societe.Cet ouvrage synthetise les travaux scientifiques, anciens et recents, qui permettent d'estimer la radioactivite de l'anthroposphere et la contamination radioactive chez l'homme. Le risque radioactif pour l'homme recense les differentes voies d'exposition aux rayonnements ionisants (externes, internes, alimentaires) et propose une estimation des doses d'irradiation subies par l'homme dans diverses situations, qu'elles soient naturelles (pour le public et les professionnels) ou accidentelles.D'autre part, les effets nefastes des rayonnements ionisants a differents niveaux biologiques (moleculaire, cellulaire, tissulaire) et les consequences sanitaires pour l'individu sont exposes, ainsi qu'une analyse des maladies professionnelles liees aux rayonnements ionisants.Les relations entre les doses et les effets nefastes des rayonnements ionisants sont discutees pour les doses fortes, moyennes et faibles. En conclusion, une estimation du risque radioactif pour l'homme est proposee.
Marketing Applique Des Bibliotheques Et Services D'Information

by Accart Jean-Philippe

~~178,88€~~ 143,10€ 20% OFF

 Le marketing applique aux bibliotheques repose sur l'adaptation des strategies et actions couramment employees afin de promouvoir efficacement ces institutions. Marketing applique des bibliotheques et services d'information propose une approche originale qui place l'utilisateur au coeur de chaque initiative et decision.Pour cela, il est essentiel de replacer la bibliotheque au sein d'un ecosysteme culturel diversifie, comprenant les librairies, les editeurs (soit le secteur du livre dans son ensemble), les associations, les revues professionnelles et les musees. L'experience utilisateur, desormais omnipresente dans ces domaines - a travers l'UX Design et le merchandising - constitue l'une des evolutions majeures du marketing documentaire.Cet ouvrage presente des enquetes de besoins et de satisfaction, des strategies de fidelisation du public, l'elaboration de plans marketing adaptes, ainsi que les avancees recentes dans ce domaine. Qu'il s'agisse du marketing digital ou de l'integration de l'intelligence artificielle, ces evolutions contribuent a faconner de nouvelles pratiques et professions. Toutes ces reflexions sont le fruit d'experts issus de divers horizons europeens, notamment des Pays-Bas, ainsi que de specialistes francophones du Canada, de France, de Belgique et de Suisse.
L'Ethique De L'Intelligence Artificielle

by Debos Franck

~~205,38€~~ 164,30€ 20% OFF

 L'ethique de l'intelligence artificielle apporte une contribution sur la necessite d'une ethique accompagnant les developpements de l'intelligence artificielle a l'aune de differents champs disciplinaires et secteurs d'activite. L'intelligence artificielle restructure en profondeur nos pratiques, en cree de nouvelles et influe de facon importante la maniere dont nous pensons ou interagissons, tant a l'echelle des individus, des organisations que des societes, que ce soit dans notre vie privee publique ou professionnelle. Cet ouvrage aborde, en premier lieu, une dimension plutot conceptuelle et renvoie notamment a l'imaginaire de l'IA. Puis, il met en exergue le besoin imperieux de mise en place d'un cadre ethique au niveau des usages associes a l'IA par l'illustration de deux secteurs d'activite en plein essor. Enfin il convoque l'ethique de l'IA au niveau de secteurs d'activite professionnelle qui subissent des mutations importantes par la digitalisation de leurs activites.
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