This three-volume set LNAI 11670, LNAI 11671, and LNAI 11672 constitutes the thoroughly refereed proceedings of the 16th Pacific Rim Conference on Artificial Intelligence, PRICAI 2019, held in Cuvu, Yanuca Island, Fiji, in August 2019. The 111 full papers and 13 short papers presented in these volumes were carefully reviewed and selected from 265 submissions. PRICAI covers a wide range of topics such as AI theories, technologies and their applications in the areas of social and economic importance for countries in the Pacific Rim.

This book highlights original approaches of modelling and intelligent control of cyber-physical systems covering both theoretical and practical aspects. The novel contribution of the book covers the transformation of scientific research and their results into applications for cyber-physical systems design and operation during the whole life cycle in different domains. Given its scope, the book offers an excellent reference book for researchers and other readers in the fields of cyber-physical systems modelling and intelligent control, space exploration and practical implementation of cyber-physical systems. The book also benefits researchers and practitioners in artificial intelligence and machine learning, as described results can be applied in cyber-physical systems design and cost-effectively maintenance. The target audience of this book also includes practitioners and experts, as well as state authorities and representatives of international organizations interested in creating mechanisms for implementing Cyber-Physical Systems projects.

This book gathers selected papers presented at 3rd International Conference on Communication and Computational Technologies (ICCCT 2021), jointly organized in virtual format by Rajasthan Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jaipur and Rajasthan Technical University Kota in association with Soft Computing Research Society, during 27–28 February 2021. The volume is a collection of state-of-the-art research work in the cutting-edge technologies related to communication and intelligent systems. The topics covered are algorithms and applications of intelligent systems, informatics and applications, and communication and control systems.

The book titled "Digital Education and Economic Transformation: Bridging the Gap" provides a thorough examination of the point of convergence between digital education and economic transformation. The text offers significant perspectives, tactics, and suggestions for closing the disparity between digital educational endeavours and their influence on the advancement and progress of the economy. The initial portion of the book delves into the digital revolution's impact on education and the economy, emphasising the necessity of modifying educational systems to align with the requirements of the digital age. The statement underscores the significance of bridging the gap in digital accessibility and guaranteeing universal access to digital learning prospects for comprehensive economic advancement. The book explores the digital gender divide, which refers to the unequal distribution of access to and use of digital technologies between genders. The discussion delves into the socio-economic and cultural determinants that underlie the digital gender gap, and puts forth a set of measures aimed at fostering gender parity in digital education, while acknowledging the capacity of such initiatives to enhance women's economic agency. The book places significant emphasis on digital competencies that are essential for success in the contemporary labour market, thereby delving into the proficiencies that individuals need to flourish in the 21st century. The text pertains to the issue of skills gap and offers perspectives on strategies for cultivating digital competencies via educational and training initiatives. The significance of ongoing education and flexibility in the era of digitalization is underscored. With a focus on incorporating digital literacy, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities into educational institutions, curriculum design is examined in the context of the digital world. The book presents creative methods for creating curricula and emphasises the value of interdisciplinary and hands-on learning in preparing readers for the digital age. The analysis of policy and governance is deemed crucial in addressing the disparity between digital education and economic transformation. The publication goes into the various policy frameworks that facilitate the promotion of digital inclusion, accessibility, and affordability. It emphasises the need of working together amongst business, academia, and government to promote innovation and entrepreneurship, which fuels economic growth. The publication additionally examines the assessment of digital educational endeavours and their influence on economic metamorphosis. The work explores into the topic of evaluation methodologies, performance indicators for gauging achievement, and showcases instances of prosperous endeavours. The piece presents insights gained and suggestions put forth for proficient monitoring and evaluation, in addition to tactics for expanding prosperous endeavours. As a conclusion, "Digital Education and Economic Transformation: Bridging the Gap" provides a thorough road map for decision-makers, educators, and other stakeholders looking to use digital education for economic growth. In order to close the gap and realise the transformational potential of digital education for economic success, it highlights the significance of inclusive access, gender equality, skill development, creative curriculum design, supporting legislation, and efficient assessment.

The three volume set LNCS 13155, 13156, and 13157 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 21st International Conference on Algorithms and Architectures for Parallel Processing, ICA3PP 2021, which was held online during December 3-5, 2021. The total of 145 full papers included in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 403 submissions. They cover the many dimensions of parallel algorithms and architectures including fundamental theoretical approaches, practical experimental projects, and commercial components and systems. The papers were organized in topical sections as follows: Part I, LNCS 13155: Deep learning models and applications; software systems and efficient algorithms; edge computing and edge intelligence; service dependability and security algorithms; data science; Part II, LNCS 13156: Software systems and efficient algorithms; parallel and distributed algorithms and applications; data science; edge computing and edge intelligence; blockchain systems; deept learning models and applications; IoT; Part III, LNCS 13157: Blockchain systems; data science; distributed and network-based computing; edge computing and edge intelligence; service dependability and security algorithms; software systems and efficient algorithms.

Modern Healthcare Marketing in the Digital Era, edited by Kakhaber Djakeli from the International Black Sea University, Georgia, is a comprehensive guide that addresses the critical challenge of transforming healthcare marketing strategies in the dynamic landscape of the digital era. With innovative technologies like artificial intelligence, augmented reality, blockchain, and mobile applications reshaping the healthcare industry, this book offers practical insights and innovative methodologies to create a consumer-centric health culture. Healthcare professionals, policymakers, and marketers will find valuable guidance in bridging the gap between technology and marketing, enabling them to thrive in this ever-evolving landscape. Through its exploration of historical developments, the status, and the evolution of needs and demands in healthcare markets, the book equips readers with the tools they need to navigate the complexities of modern healthcare marketing. It covers essential topics such as patient segmentation, customer relationship management, and the integration of virtual and augmented reality in healthcare marketing and sales. By providing real-world examples and empirical research findings, Modern Healthcare Marketing in the Digital Era serves as a practical roadmap for transforming healthcare services, fostering patient-clinic partnerships, and enhancing health literacy through effective marketing efforts. With its valuable insights, this book is a vital resource for students, educators, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and researchers, empowering them to embrace digital innovations and cultivate a consumer-centric health culture for superior patient care and satisfaction.

This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed post-conference proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Mobile Computing, Applications, and Services, MobiCASE 2021, held in November 2021. Due to COVID-19 pandemic the conference was held virtually. The 9 full papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 21 submissions. The papers are organized in two topical tracks: mobile application and deep learning, and mobile application with data analysis.