Development studies

This book delves into the transformative power of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in reshaping the landscape of sustainable development in one of the world's most vibrant regions.

The global economy has experienced many challenges in recent times, particularly in the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic, such as dwindling demand, supply chain disruptions, declining growth rates, further pandemic waves, and increasing poverty and inequality to name but a few.

This volume uses "e;Networked China"e; as a lens to explore a complex communication landscape,characterized by digital platforms, algorithms, and global connectivity.

Sustainable Urbanisation in the Caribbean critically examines the socio-geographic context of island states, prioritising the nuanced experiences of Caribbean island states and territories that are largely considered small island developing states (SIDS), against the backdrop of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

In this groundbreaking work, Trenita Childers explores the enduring system of racial profiling in the Dominican Republic, where Dominicans of Haitian descent are denied full citizenship in the only country they have ever known.

This book presents a comprehensive overview of the current, most critical political, economic and social issues, and challenges facing Serbia on its road towards integration in the European Union.

In this Yearbook 2016 we cover several aspects of health issues in neonates, economy and declining birth rates, child health in the slums of India, youth leadership issues in Hong Kong, virtual environments, rehabilitation and special needs populations, and finally research on environmental and child health.

The devaluation of the CFA franc and the early 90s mark the second wave of privatizations recommended by international financial institutions.

This book chronicles the intersection of chaplaincy, autopathography (illness narratives), and stigmatized illness through the observations and stories of a chaplain working at a facility for people with HIV and AIDS.

Giovanni Burrascano investigates why and how Western thinking has changed over the last five hundred years, affecting the human condition, natural world, and you.

Tensions between the US and China have escalated as both powers seek to draw countries into their respective political and economic orbits by financing and constructing infrastructure.

Tensions between the US and China have escalated as both powers seek to draw countries into their respective political and economic orbits by financing and constructing infrastructure.

How can higher education contribute to tackling today's complex challenges?

How can higher education contribute to tackling today's complex challenges?

Recent developments in the organization of work and production have facilitated the decline of wage employment in many regions of the world.

Recent developments in the organization of work and production have facilitated the decline of wage employment in many regions of the world.

The United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development makes climate change and responsible consumption key priorities for both industrialized and emerging economies.

The United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development makes climate change and responsible consumption key priorities for both industrialized and emerging economies.

Sustainable development is a major challenge of our times.

This book examines the complex relationships between young masculinities and sexual health within Southern Africa.

This book offers a comparative study of state strategies in relation to urban redevelopment projects associated with sports mega-events in Brazil, South Africa and the United Kingdom.

How can we lay the foundation for a more just and peaceful world?

How can we lay the foundation for a more just and peaceful world?

How and why did the United States get involved in nation-building overseas, and how have these policies evolved?

The reconstruction of Kosovo after 1999 was one of the largest and most ambitious international interventions in a post-conflict country.

The reconstruction of Kosovo after 1999 was one of the largest and most ambitious international interventions in a post-conflict country.

The proliferation of entrepreneurship, technological and business innovations, emerging social trends and lifestyles, employment patterns, and other developments in the global context involve creative destruction that transcends geographic and political boundaries and economic sectors and industries.

As businesses seek to compete on a global stage, they must be constantly aware of pressures from all levels: regional, local, and worldwide.

Effective governance is vital for all nations and can be made easier with advanced technology and communication.

Social technology is quickly becoming a vital tool in our personal, educational, and professional lives.

In an era of an economy based on knowledge and Web 2.

In an era of an economy based on knowledge and Web 2.

The proliferation of entrepreneurship, technological and business innovations, emerging social trends and lifestyles, employment patterns, and other developments in the global context involve creative destruction that transcends geographic and political boundaries and economic sectors and industries.

The decisions a corporation makes affect more than just its stakeholders and can have wide social, environmental, and economic consequences.

Continuous improvements in businesses practices have created enhanced opportunities for growth and development.

Continuous improvements in businesses practices have created enhanced opportunities for growth and development.

There has been a growth in the use, acceptance, and popularity of indigenous knowledge.

There has been a growth in the use, acceptance, and popularity of indigenous knowledge.

The development of biotechnological innovations is quickly becoming a globalized phenomenon as emerging nations are making major strides to compete with more developed economies.