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The stepwise refinement method postulates a system construction route that starts with a high-level specification, goes through a number of provably correct development steps, and ends with an executable program. The contributions to this volume survey the state of the art in this active research area. State-based, algebraic, temporal logic-oriented and category theory-oriented approaches are presented. Special attention is paid to the relationship between compositionality and refinement for distributed programs.

As we adopt a One Health philosophy to how we view the welfare of animals, specifically those housed in zoos and used in farming or production, our global views have undergone a significant change. Zoos have shifted their prime focus from entertainment to conservation of species, educating the public, and working to improve upon the animals’ welfare. Animal production farms, particularly in developing countries, can be large operations producing sustainable protein products for a nation, or may be backyard farms supporting local families; both provide sources of income and feed a...

This book examines the latest developments in veterinary practices, with a focus on technological advancements and minimally invasive procedures. The integration of these innovations into clinical practice represents a paradigm shift in veterinary practice, thereby offering a more humane and sophisticated approach to animal healthcare.

This volume integrates recent scientific advances across veterinary medicine and science. It starts with updates on increased knowledge of bed bugs and chelonians, which is continuously evolving and driven by technological advancements and improved understanding of anatomy, ecology, immunology, and physiology. The book continues with an examination of current developments in animal nutrition, including the application of phytogenic feed additives in poultry, the ecological implications of ungulate browsing on forest regeneration, and the increasing use of nutrient-rich vermicompost in...