Bending The Curve

Author : Gilberto C. Gallopín,Paul D. Raskin
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 285 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2003-09-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781134501939

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Global Sustainability by Gilberto C. Gallopín,Paul D. Raskin Pdf

Unprecedented levels of wealth, technology and institutional capacity can forge a just, peaceful and ecologically resilient future. However, the authors argue, social polarization, geo-political conflict and environmental degradation are threatening the long-term well-being of humanity and the planet. Global Sustainability explores the alternative futures that could emerge from the resolution of these antagonisms. Based on extensive international and interdisciplinary research, the book identifies the perils of market-driven scenarios and considers the possibility of the failure of conventional approaches. It also, however, presents a vision of the possibility of a 'Great Transition' in which revised human values and development goals bring a new stage of civilization. It will be essential reading for all scholars and professionals interested in the future of the environment, international affairs, and sustainable development.

Author : Gregory P. Marchildon,Livio Di Matteo
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 518 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2015-01-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781442609754

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Bending the Cost Curve in Health Care by Gregory P. Marchildon,Livio Di Matteo Pdf

Through Canadian and international perspectives, Bending the Cost Curve in Health Care explores the management of growing health costs in an extraordinarily complex arena. The book moves beyond previous debates, agreeing that while efficiencies and better value for money may yet be found, more fundamental reforms to the management and delivery of health services are essential prerequisites to bending the cost curve in the long run. While there is considerable controversy over direction and details of change, there also remains the challenge of getting agreement on the values or principles that would guide the reshaping of the policies, the structures, and the regulatory environment of health care in Canada. Leading experts from around the world representing a range of disciplines and professional backgrounds come together to organize and define the problems faced by policy-makers. Case studies from the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, the Nordic countries, and industrialized Asian countries such as Taiwan offer useful reform experiences for provincial governments in Canada. Finally, common Canadian cost factors, such as pharmaceuticals and technology, and paying the health workforce, are explored. This book is the first volume in The Johnson-Shoyama Series on Public Policy, published by the University of Toronto Press in association with the Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, an interdisciplinary centre for research, teaching, and executive training with campuses at the Universities of Regina and Saskatchewan.

Author : Joseph F. Signorile
Publisher : Human Kinetics
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780736074452

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Bending the Aging Curve by Joseph F. Signorile Pdf

Table of Contents: The aging curves Testing Training principles Body composition Flexibility Bone, falls, and fractures Muscular strength, power, and endurance training Cardiovascular training Periodized training.

Author : Andrew Razeghi
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 302 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2015-03-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1530310989

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Bend the Curve by Andrew Razeghi Pdf

It's supposed to look like a hockey stick: up and to the right. Growth curves of runaway hits are even more dramatic-akin to field hockey sticks-quick start, short dip, followed by an immediate near-vertical climb in a northeasterly direction. It's a beautiful thing. The problem with growth curves is that they're like footprints in the sand. You can only see them in hindsight. To make matters more difficult, innovation is a non-linear business. Success does not come in the form of a straight line. As Woody Allen suggests, "If you want to make God laugh, tell him about your plans." In the world of innovation, there is no single path forward. The only road that all entrepreneurs share is the road less travelled by. But you can still learn from those who went before you-what to do and what not to do-in order to increase your odds of success. Bend the Curve is a book about how to get more out of your big idea from people who know-successful entrepreneurs, the venture capitalists who've funded them, and the experienced mentors of the world's leading new venture accelerator, Techstars.

Author : Robert Zipplies
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Science
ISBN : STANFORD:36105133331681

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Bending the Curve by Robert Zipplies Pdf

Author : William Safire
Publisher : Avon Books
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0380564572

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On Language by William Safire Pdf

Includes chapters on slang, jargon, and neologisms.

Author : Paul Raskin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Economic development
ISBN : CORNELL:31924076514722

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Bending the Curve by Paul Raskin Pdf

Author : John Grim,Mary Evelyn Tucker
Publisher : Island Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2014-01-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1597267074

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Ecology and Religion by John Grim,Mary Evelyn Tucker Pdf

From the Psalms in the Bible to the sacred rivers in Hinduism, the natural world has been integral to the world’s religions. John Grim and Mary Evelyn Tucker contend that today’s growing environmental challenges make the relationship ever more vital. This primer explores the history of religious traditions and the environment, illustrating how religious teachings and practices both promoted and at times subverted sustainability. Subsequent chapters examine the emergence of religious ecology, as views of nature changed in religious traditions and the ecological sciences. Yet the authors argue that religion and ecology are not the province of institutions or disciplines alone. They describe four fundamental aspects of religious life: orienting, grounding, nurturing, and transforming. Readers then see how these phenomena are experienced in a Native American religion, Orthodox Christianity, Confucianism, and Hinduism. Ultimately, Grim and Tucker argue that the engagement of religious communities is necessary if humanity is to sustain itself and the planet. Students of environmental ethics, theology and ecology, world religions, and environmental studies will receive a solid grounding in the burgeoning field of religious ecology.

Author : Andrew Jakabovics,Lynn M. Ross,Molly Simpson,Michael Spotts
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0874203503

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Bending the Cost Curve by Andrew Jakabovics,Lynn M. Ross,Molly Simpson,Michael Spotts Pdf

Conducted in partnership with Enterprise Community Partners, this research initiative examines the various cost drivers hindering the development of affordable rental housing. It explores both the cost drivers of affordable rental housing and proposes actionable recommendations to expand the supply of affordable rentals.

Author : Agata Toromanoff
Publisher : Lannoo Publishers
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2021-09-27
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9401476020

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Curved by Agata Toromanoff Pdf

* More than 60 case studies of sensational curved buildings from around the world* Includes a short historical overview and the most recent design and technical developmentsIn Curved: Bending Architecture, the author seeks out the most sensational contemporary buildings from around the world that incorporate wave-like, rounded forms into their design. Curved forms in architecture are found throughout history (like the Colosseum in Rome) but today's constructions explore the curve to its utmost fluid and freeform potential. From Zaha Hadid to Bosjes Chapel and from Brussels to China, this is a selection of amazing buildings by world class architects who think outside the box and have redefined the built world around us.

Author : T X Yu,L C Zhang
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 572 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1996-03-20
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789814500401

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Plastic Bending: Theory and Applications by T X Yu,L C Zhang Pdf

From the point of view of mechanics, this monograph systematically demonstrates the theory of plastic bending and its engineering applications; most of the contents of the book are based on the authors' research in the past decade. The monograph not only expounds the contributions of the authors to the fundamental theory of plastic bending, but also presents various applications of the theory in sheet metal forming, particularly in the analysis and prediction of springback and wrinkling of strips and plates subjected to bending or stamping. In addition to theoretical modelling, attention has also been paid to the development of related numerical methods; comparisons with experimental results are also presented. Contents:Engineering Theory of Elastic-Plastic Bending of BeamsMathematical Theory of Plastic BendingLarge Elastic-Plastic Deflection of Flexible BeamsBending of Strips in Cylindrical DiesNumerical Solutions to Single-Curvature Bending ProblemsAxisymmetric Bending of Circular PlatesPressing Circular Plates into Hemispherical DiesPressing Rectangular Plates into Doubly-Curved DiesNumerical Methods for Double-Curvature BendingWrinkling of Circular Plates and FlangesFurther Applications of Plastic Bending TheoryAppendix: Plastic Buckling of Plates and Shells — An OverviewSubject Index Readership: Mechanical, materials, aeronautical and civil engineers. keywords:Plasticity;Beams;Plates;Sheet Metal Forming;Stamping;Large Flexural Deformation;Springback;Wrinkling;Modeling of Elastic-Plastic Beams and Plates;Dynamic Relaxation Methods for Bifurcation Prediction;Plastic Bending;Deep Drawing;Sheet Metal Stamping;Plastic Buckling;Numerical Analysis;Plates and Shells;Criteria for Plastic Buckling;Flattening of Tubes;Deformable Forming Tools “This book should be well received, in that little of the work presented in recent years in the open literature is available in book form for use in metal-forming plasticity. Plastic Bending: Theory and Applications should be made available in technical libraries, and some researchers will want to have this book handy on their own reference shelves.” Applied Mechanics Review

Author : Wael Al-Delaimy,Veerabhadran Ramanathan,Marcelo Sánchez Sorondo
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2020-05-13
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783030311254

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Health of People, Health of Planet and Our Responsibility by Wael Al-Delaimy,Veerabhadran Ramanathan,Marcelo Sánchez Sorondo Pdf

This open access book not only describes the challenges of climate disruption, but also presents solutions. The challenges described include air pollution, climate change, extreme weather, and related health impacts that range from heat stress, vector-borne diseases, food and water insecurity and chronic diseases to malnutrition and mental well-being. The influence of humans on climate change has been established through extensive published evidence and reports. However, the connections between climate change, the health of the planet and the impact on human health have not received the same level of attention. Therefore, the global focus on the public health impacts of climate change is a relatively recent area of interest. This focus is timely since scientists have concluded that changes in climate have led to new weather extremes such as floods, storms, heat waves, droughts and fires, in turn leading to more than 600,000 deaths and the displacement of nearly 4 billion people in the last 20 years. Previous work on the health impacts of climate change was limited mostly to epidemiologic approaches and outcomes and focused less on multidisciplinary, multi-faceted collaborations between physical scientists, public health researchers and policy makers. Further, there was little attention paid to faith-based and ethical approaches to the problem. The solutions and actions we explore in this book engage diverse sectors of civil society, faith leadership, and political leadership, all oriented by ethics, advocacy, and policy with a special focus on poor and vulnerable populations. The book highlights areas we think will resonate broadly with the public, faith leaders, researchers and students across disciplines including the humanities, and policy makers.

Author : David Nour
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2021-04-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781119764212

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Curve Benders by David Nour Pdf

A personal growth roadmap guiding you into the future of relationships in work, life, play, and giving Curve Benders is a personal growth roadmap. It will guide you through the complicated intersection of work, life, play, and giving. Countless new forces will shape the future, so the strategic relationships we form in these areas of life are, of necessity, changing. This book will show you how to move into the future and dramatically alter your growth trajectory in both its direction and ultimate destination. David Nour, the author of Relationship Economics and a top thought leader on business relationships, has identified 15 forces that will heavily influence what we do and how and where we engage our current and prospective relationships to create value and make a difference in the lives of others. This book aims to provide you with a step-by-step guide for personal, professional, and organizational growth. The author highlights how certain relationships enable a non-linear growth trajectory. These relationships, in addition to augmenting what we can accomplish, often shape who we become. These relationships are “curve benders,” and this book will show you who and where they are, how to find and engage them, and, equally valuable, how you can become a curve bender to impact the lives and livelihoods of others profoundly. Gain insight into the value of your current strategic relationships and how they help you achieve your work, life, and giving goals Reconceptualize relationships to identify the people with the power, not only to help you achieve but to change who you become Learn how to become a “curve bender” who makes an outsized impact in the lives of others Become better at finding and engaging people, navigating the 15 forces that are reshaping our world This book is about strategic relationship planning, personal growth, and, ultimately, about you. Read Curve Benders to launch yourself into your best future.

Author : Jonathan Benson
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2009-03-30
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781607653899

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Woodworker's Guide to Bending Wood by Jonathan Benson Pdf

Learn the basic methods for bending wood in this comprehensive guide that includes bending green wood, bending with heat or steam, bending panels and laminations. Demonstration projects will take you through the process step-by-step, and include shaker boxes, a bow for an arrow, a rustic chair, and more.

Author : Pablo Gutman,Gilberto Gallopin,Paul Raskin,Al Hammond,Rob Swart,Global Scenario Group,Stockholm Environment Institute,United Nations Environment Programme
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:82808594

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Bending the Curve by Pablo Gutman,Gilberto Gallopin,Paul Raskin,Al Hammond,Rob Swart,Global Scenario Group,Stockholm Environment Institute,United Nations Environment Programme Pdf