Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Book Chapter Book Chapter Faculty Publications- Book Chapter Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Engineering applications of blockchain in this smart era Description An account of the resource The advent of blockchain technology has revolutionized various industries, offering novel solutions to age-old problems. In this smart era, characterized by interconnected devices and burgeoning digital ecosystems, blockchain stands out as a transformative force. This chapter explores the emerging applications of blockchain technology in this paradigm shift towards smart systems. One prominent application of blockchain lies in the domain of decentralized finance (DeFi). Blockchain facilitates peer-to-peer transactions, eliminating the need for intermediaries like banks. Smart contracts, powered by blockchain, automate and execute agreements, enabling programmable finance, lending, and asset management. Moreover, blockchain's transparency and immutability enhance trust in financial transactions, fostering financial inclusion and security. In the realm of SCM, blockchain offers unprecedented transparency and traceability. By recording every transaction on an immutable ledger, blockchain enables users to track the journey of products from raw materials to end consumers. 2024, IGI Global. All rights reserved. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Tyagi A.K.; Kumari S.; Chidambaram N.; Sharma A. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Enhancing Medical Imaging with Emerging Technologies, pp. 180-196. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available IGI Global Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2024-01-01 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context <a href="https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-5261-8.ch011" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-5261-8.ch011</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85193042395&amp;doi=10.4018%2F979-8-3693-5261-8.ch011&amp;partnerID=40&amp;md5=2c71c1f0777e03cbb05f652e6bbee5ad" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85193042395&amp;doi=10.4018%2f979-8-3693-5261-8.ch011&amp;partnerID=40&amp;md5=2c71c1f0777e03cbb05f652e6bbee5ad</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Restricted Access Relation A related resource ISBN: 979-836935263-2; 979-836935261-8 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Online Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Book chapter Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Tyagi A.K., National Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi, India; Kumari S., SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, India; Chidambaram N., Department of Professional Studies, Christ University, Bangalore, India; Sharma A., Sharda University, Greater Noida, India