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Record Nr.

UNINA9910779472203321

Autore

Shinn David Hamilton

Titolo

China and Africa [[electronic resource] ] : a century of engagement / / David H. Shinn and Joshua Eisenman

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Philadelphia, : University of Pennsylvania Press, c2012

ISBN

1-283-89829-2

0-8122-0800-5

Edizione

[1st ed.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (542 p.)

Altri autori (Persone)

EisenmanJoshua <1977->

Disciplina

327.5106

Soggetti

POLITICAL SCIENCE / International Relations / General

China Foreign relations 20th century Africa

Africa Foreign relations 20th century China

China Foreign economic relations 20th century Africa

Africa Foreign economic relations 20th century China

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references (p. [383]-497) and index.

Nota di contenuto

Front matter -- CONTENTS -- Foreword / Yu, George T. -- 1. Introduction -- 2. A Historical Overview of China-Africa Relations -- 3. Political Relations -- 4. Trade Relations -- 5. Investment and Assistance -- 6. Military and Security Ties and Peacekeeping Missions -- 7. Media, Education, and Cultural Relations and Ties with Chinese Communities in Africa -- 8. China's Relations with North Africa and the Sahel -- 9. China's Relations with East Africa, the Horn, and the Indian Ocean Islands -- 10. China's Relations with West and Central Africa -- 11. China's Relations with Southern Africa -- 12. Conclusion: Looking Forward -- APPENDIX 1. ESTABLISHMENT OF PRC RELATIONS WITH AFRICAN COUNTRIES -- APPENDIX 2. TRADE BETWEEN AFRICA AND CHINA, 1938-2010 -- Notes -- Index -- ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Sommario/riassunto

The People's Republic of China once limited its involvement in African affairs to building an occasional railroad or port, supporting African liberation movements, and loudly proclaiming socialist solidarity with the downtrodden of the continent. Now Chinese diplomats and Chinese companies, both state-owned and private, along with an influx of Chinese workers, have spread throughout Africa. This shift is one of the



most important geopolitical phenomena of our time. China and Africa: A Century of Engagement presents a comprehensive view of the relationship between this powerful Asian nation and the countries of Africa. This book, the first of its kind to be published since the 1970's, examines all facets of China's relationship with each of the fifty-four African nations. It reviews the history of China's relations with the continent, looking back past the establishment of the People's Republic of China in 1949. It looks at a broad range of areas that define this relationship-politics, trade, investment, foreign aid, military, security, and culture-providing a significant historical backdrop for each. David H. Shinn and Joshua Eisenman's study combines careful observation, meticulous data analysis, and detailed understanding gained through diplomatic experience and extensive travel in China and Africa. China and Africa demonstrates that while China's connection to Africa is different from that of Western nations, it is no less complex. Africans and Chinese are still developing their perceptions of each other, and these changing views have both positive and negative dimensions.

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Record Nr.

UNINA9910887806903321

Titolo

Immunomodulators and Biologics in Dermatologic Treatment : Turning Theory into Practice / / edited by Neal Bhatia

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Cham : , : Springer International Publishing : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2024

ISBN

3-031-66590-2

Edizione

[1st ed. 2024.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (185 pages)

Disciplina

616.506

Soggetti

Dermatology

Medical sciences

Internal medicine

Health Sciences

Internal Medicine

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia



Nota di contenuto

Introduction -- Mechanisms of Action: Targets for Immunomodulators -- Steroid and Non-Steroid Immunomodulators -- Biologics as Immunomodulators -- Combinations of topical and systemic Immunomodulators,- Nanotechnology and Immunomodulators -- Antibiotics and Antimicrobials as Immunomodulators -- Integrative Therapies as Immunomodulators -- Immunomodulators and Biologics for Follicular and Neutrophilic Cutaneous Disorders -- Immunomodulators for Common Dermatologic Disorders -- Prescribing and Advocating for Immunomodulators in Dermatology Practice -- Conclusion.

Sommario/riassunto

This title provides a practically applicable guide to the use of immunomodulators and biologics to treat cutaneous diseases. Chapters cover the mechanisms, applications and safety concerns pertaining to the latest systemic therapies. Extensive guidance is provided on how to design lab monitoring schedules, manage patient follow-up visits, develop tapering plans and assess adverse outcomes. The book also reviews how to initiate off-label applications and establish methods of matching mechanisms for a range of diseases to the mechanisms of the available therapies. The latest updates in the development and utility of systemic immunomodulators, biologics and JAK Inhibitors from clinical trials and updated guidelines are also discussed. Immunomodulators and Biologics in Dermatologic Treatment comprehensively describes the use of a range of systemic therapies for immunomodulation in dermatology and how best to incorporate these into practice. It therefore represents a valuable resource for novice readers and experienced dermatologists involved in the management of these patients. .



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Record Nr.

UNINA9910956729703321

Autore

Collie Robert M.

Titolo

Obsessive-compulsive disorder : a guide for family, friends, and pastors / / Robert Collie

Pubbl/distr/stampa

New York : , : Routledge, , 2013

ISBN

0-7890-2537-X

1-317-82516-0

1-315-82120-6

1-317-82517-9

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (133 p.)

Disciplina

259.425

Soggetti

Obsessive-compulsive disorder - Patients - Pastoral counseling of

Obsessive-compulsive disorder - Patients - Religious life

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

First published 2005 by the Haworth Pastoral Press.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references (pages 101-102) and index.

Nota di contenuto

ch. 1. A walk around the perimeter of OCD -- ch. 2. Getting to know OCD -- ch. 3. Putting the pieces of OCD together -- ch. 4. How OCD affects the person -- ch. 5. It all starts with the brain -- ch. 6. Helping to manage the conflict -- ch. 7. Putting it all together -- ch. 8. For those wanting to go the second mile.

Sommario/riassunto

Examine the fourth largest mental health problem in America?OCD?and how YOU can help!Since obsessive-compulsive disorder affects 2.5% of the world population, someone you know is likely to have this disorder. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Guide for Family, Friends, and Pastors is a handy ?physician's assistant? that not only provides a fresh overview of OCD but also focuses on the issue of scrupulosity?obsessive-compulsive anxiety over scruples in self and others?as a religious issue. Written by a pastoral counselor who is also a clinical social worker, this book will help you g