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Quantum Computing for the Quantum Curious

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Report copyright infringementby Ciaran Hughes (Author), Joshua Isaacson (Author), Anastasia Perry (Author)This open access book makes quantum computing more accessible than ever before. A fast-growing field at the intersection of physics and computer science, quantum computing promises to have revolutionary capabilities far surpassing "classical" computation. Getting a grip on the science behind the hype can be tough: at its heart lies quantum mechanics, whose enigmatic concepts can be imposi...

Rice Improvement: Physiological, Molecular Breeding and Genetic Perspectives

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Report copyright infringementby Jauhar Ali (Editor), Shabir Hussain Wani (Editor)Up-to-date contributions by experts from international research centers and universitiesProvides practical knowledge and strong scientific foundation on rice biotechnologyAll-in-one resource for current advances in rice breedingOpen AccessBack JacketThis book is open access under a CC BY 4.0 license.By 2050, human population is expected to reach 9.7 billion. The demand for increased food production needs to be me...

A Visual Atlas for Soil Micromorphologists

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Report copyright infringementby Eric P. Verrecchia (Author), Luca Trombino (Author)This open access atlas is an up-to-date visual resource on the features and structures observed in soil thin sections, i.e. soil micromorphology. The book addresses the growing interest in soil micromorphology in the fields of soil science, earth science, archaeology and forensic science, and serves as a reference tool for researchers and students for fast learning and intuitive feature and structure recognitio...

Introduction to Development Engineering: A Framework with Applications from the Field

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Report copyright infringementby Temina Madon (Editor), Ashok J. Gadgil (Editor), Richard Anderson (Editor)This open access textbook introduces the emerging field of Development Engineering and its constituent theories, methods, and applications. It is both a teaching text for students and a resource for researchers and practitioners engaged in the design and scaling of technologies for low-resource communities. The scope is broad, ranging from the development of mobile applications for low-li...

Surveying Climate-Relevant Behavior: Measurements, Obstacles, and Implications

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Report copyright infringementby Markus Hadler (Author), Beate Klösch (Author), Stephan Schwarzinger (Author)This open access book discusses the contribution of sociology and survey research to climate research. The authors address the questions of which behaviors are of climate relevance, who is engaging in these behaviors, in which contexts do these behaviors occur, and which individual perceptions and values are related to them. Utilizing survey research, the book focuses on the measurement...

Mining Gold and Manufacturing Ignorance: Occupational Lung Disease and the Buying and Selling of Labour in Southern Africa

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Report copyright infringementby Jock McCulloch (Author), Pavla Miller (Author)This open access book charts how South Africa's gold mines have systematically suppressed evidence of hazardous work practices and the risks associated with mining.For most of the twentieth century, South Africa was the world's largest producer of gold. Although the country enjoyed a reputation for leading the world in occupational health legislation, the mining companies developed a system of medical surveillance a...

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Scattering Amplitudes in Quantum Field Theory

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Report copyright infringementby Simon Badger (Author), Johannes Henn (Author), Jan Christoph Plefka (Author)Back JacketThis open access book bridges a gap between introductory Quantum Field Theory (QFT) courses and state-of-the-art research in scattering amplitudes. It covers the path from basic definitions of QFT to amplitudes, which are relevant for processes in the Standard Model of particle physics. The book begins with a concise yet self-contained introduction to QFT, including perturbat...

Sex in Cetaceans: Morphology, Behavior, and the Evolution of Sexual Strategies

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Report copyright infringementby Bernd Würsig (Editor), Dara N. Orbach (Editor)Back JacketSex in Cetaceans provides an up-to-date review of multi-faceted aspects related to mating and reproduction in toothed and baleen whales. This open access book begins with discussions of sexual selection and anatomical traits related to mating and diversity between the sexes. The functions of non-conceptive copulations are reviewed as are different research techniques applied to explore sex in cetaceans. A...

Proof of the Impossible: What the AIs Are Really

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Report copyright infringementby Jeremy Heffner (Author) Number of Pages: 416 Dimensions: 0.85 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: August 04, 2026

The Adventure, Joy, and Value of Science: Lessons from a Field Geologist in Antarctica, Mount St. Helens, and the American West

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Report copyright infringementby Pete Rowley (Author), Scott Rowley (Designed by)This is a book about science, which is largely a way of thinking. Such thinking builds upon facts and curiosity to make discoveries about the natural world, applying objectivity to sort out the meaning of all new data. Science also has a moral component, always seeking the truth regardless of other demands by political, religious, or high authorities. Abiding by facts is paramount, and objectivity and critical thi...

Energy, Cold Fusion, & Antigravity: Znidarsic Science Books

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Report copyright infringementby Frank Znidarsic Pe (Author)Frank Znidarsic is a Professional Registered Electrical Engineer. He spent a life time working in energy related industries. He presents, from this background of experience, the technologies and problems with fossil fuels and conventional nuclear power. The environmental impact and the finite nature of these energy sources is reviewed in detail. Znidarsic has traveled to many laboratories to witness cold fusion and anti-gravitational ...

Animal Wise: How We Know Animals Think and Feel

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Report copyright infringementby Virginia Morell (Author)The New York Times Bestseller that explores animal intelligence and will alter the way we as humans view other species. Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a fish? Or a parrot, dolphin, or an elephant? Do they experience thoughts that are similar to ours, or have feelings of grief and love? These are tough questions, but scientists are answering them. They know that ants teach and rats love to be tickled. They've discovered that...

Apollo Expeditions to the Moon: The NASA History 50th Anniversary Edition

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Report copyright infringementby Edgar M. Cortright (Author), Paul Dickson (Foreword by)This special edition of Apollo Expeditions to the Moon, an official NASA publication, commemorates the fiftieth anniversary of the July 20, 1969, Moon landing with a thrilling insider's view of the space program. Essays by participants -- engineers, astronauts, and administrators -- recall the program's unprecedented challenges. Written in direct, jargon-free language, this compelling adventure features mo...

Being the Person Your Dog Thinks You Are: The Science of a Better You

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Report copyright infringementby Jim Davies (Author)A crisp and sparkling blend of cognitive science and human behavior that offers meaningful and attainable pathways towards becoming our best selves. Why do we feel like in order to be productive, happy, or good, we must sacrifice everything else? Is it possible to feel all three at once? Without even knowing it, we're doing things everyday to sabotage ourselves and our societies, habits that prevent us from optimizing long term happiness. Wh...

The Autobiography of Nikola Tesla and Other Works

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Report copyright infringementby Nikola Tesla (Author), Thomas Commerford Martin (Author), Ken Mondschein (Introduction by)Who was Nikola Tesla? Find out in this comprehensive volume that includes Tesla's autobiography and scientific writings, as well as other works that examine his life and career in detail. Nikola Tesla came from a humble upbringing in what is now Croatia and reached the heights of science and technology in the United States at the turn of the twentieth century. The Autobiog...

Rocky Mountain Field Guide: A Trailside Natural History

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Report copyright infringementby Daniel Mathews (Author)An engaging, instructive, and comprehensive field guide to the natural wonders of the Rockies Full-color photographs of featured species throughout Integrates narrative natural history with field guide precision and organization An essential all-encompassing guide to the region The magnificent and enduring spine of the United States, the Rocky Mountains are host to thousands of flora and fauna species, as well as rugged topography and...

Wildlife Stalker - Days in the Life of Filmmaker Bob Landis

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Report copyright infringementby Kevin G. Rhoades (Author)Recording incredible wildlife behavior on movie film and video is the hallmark of Bob Landis' films. He has filmed wildlife in Yellowstone for over 40 years - a place dear to his soul. This book is comprised of two stories wound into one: a depiction of days afield with a wildlife cinematographer who has filmed and co-produced stories about Yellowstone's iconic species - the bear, the wolf, the bison - films that have aired on PBS, Natu...

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Report copyright infringementby Sara Webb (Author)Take the night sky home with this deck of cards that teaches you about the constellations. Across human cultures and history, we have looked up to the heavens and discovered the constellations, from Auriga to Cassiopeia and Cygnus to Lyra. Each cluster of stars has its own story, both mythic and scientific. With the Deck of Stars, you can learn about both. With 50 cards, this deck teaches you about the science behind each constellation, the lo...

Love Sense: The Revolutionary New Science of Romantic Relationships

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Report copyright infringementby Sue Johnson (Author)The bestselling author of Hold Me Tight presents a revolutionary new understanding of why and how we love, based on cutting-edge research. Every day, we hear of relationships failing and questions of whether humans are meant to be monogamous. Love Sense presents new scientific evidence that tells us that humans are meant to mate for life. Dr. Johnson explains that romantic love is an attachment bond, just like that between mother and child, ...

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Report copyright infringementby Theodore H. Kittell (Author)This book is about understanding philosophers and their philosophic ideas. It is designed to help the reader understand what philosophy is all about. The text covers philosophers from the 7th Century B. C. to the 20th Century A. D. There is no one definition of philosophy; it is perhaps not so much a subject as it is an activity in which one would engage. Some authors define philosophy as conceptual analysis. One simple approach is t...

Historical Sketch Of The Rise, Progress And Decline Of The Reformation In Poland V1

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Report copyright infringementby Valerian Krasinski (Author)Historical Sketch Of The Rise, Progress And Decline Of The Reformation In Poland V1 is a book written by Valerian Krasinski that explores the history of the Reformation movement in Poland. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different period in the movement's history. The first part covers the rise of the Reformation in Poland, including the early efforts of reformers to spread their message and the establishment ...

Beyond the War on Invasive Species: A Permaculture Approach to Ecosystem Restoration

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Report copyright infringementby Tao Orion (Author), David Holmgren (Foreword by)Invasive species are everywhere, from forests and prairies to mountaintops and river mouths. Their rampant nature and sheer numbers appear to overtake fragile native species and forever change the ecosystems that they depend on. Concerns that invasive species represent significant threats to global biodiversity and ecological integrity permeate conversations from schoolrooms to board rooms, and concerned citizens ...

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Report copyright infringementby Lily Tanzer (Author)Life in the middle of a big city can be scary. Lily, a young professional living alone in Houston during the mid-1980s, experiences a frightening brush with a near home-invasion. The unsettling episode is the impetus to seek out a home security system: a dog. Fear pushes Lily to purchase her new companion without thinking through the details and she finds the new addition to her life just as unsettling.Financial struggles, professional chall...

Accessory to War: The Unspoken Alliance Between Astrophysics and the Military

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Report copyright infringementby Neil Degrasse Tyson (Author), Avis Lang (Author)In this far-reaching foray into the millennia-long relationship between science and military power, acclaimed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-author Avis Lang examine how the methods and tools of astrophysics have been enlisted in the service of war. Spanning early celestial navigation to satellite-enabled warfare, Accessory to War is a richly researched and provocative examination of the intersection of...

Burning Down UNESCO: A Guide To Innovative Fundraising

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Report copyright infringementby Howard Burton (Author)By a curious set of circumstances, Howard Burton found himself hired as a fundraising consultant at UNESCO's Paris headquarters. Overwhelmed by the bureaucratic double-speak and smug complacency that he encountered everywhere he went, he decided to use his clear-eyed analytical skills to ask a very different sort of question: What, exactly, was UNESCO doing that was actually worth funding in the first place?Filled with his customary dry wi...

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Report copyright infringementby DK (Author)This landmark photographic encyclopedia of the animal kingdom is revised with new species, images, and the latest scientific knowledge on all things animal! DK's Animal features stunning wildlife photography of more than 2,000 of the world's most important wild mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, insects, and other invertebrates, written by 70 natural history specialists. Each animal species comes with a description, photo, distribution map, ...

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Report copyright infringementby Thomas Commerford Martin (Author), Nikola Tesla (Author)The Scope of the Tesla Lectures by Thomas Commerford Martin is a comprehensive collection of lectures delivered by Nikola Tesla, one of the most brilliant minds of the 20th century. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the principles of electricity and magnetism to the development of wireless communication and the possibility of interplanetary communication. The lectures were originally delivered b...

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Report copyright infringementby Tom Orrowchild (Author)Earth2035 is a compelling and visionary nonfiction work exploring humanity's role in the survival of Earth and its ecosystems. Through a philosophical and scientific lens, the book presents the challenges facing our planet-climate change, overpopulation, unsustainable growth, pollution, and biodiversity loss-while proposing intelligent, actionable solutions through global cooperation. Using the unique concept of the "Logic of Scale," the ...

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Report copyright infringementby Jose Goldemberg (Author)Without a doubt, the topic of energy--from coal, oil, and nuclear to geothermal, solar and wind--is one of the most pressing across the globe. It is of paramount importance to policy makers, economists, environmentalists, and industry as they consider which technologies to invest in, how to promote use of renewable energy sources, and how to plan for dwindling reserves of non-renewable energy. In Energy: What Everyone Needs to Know(R), J...

The Character of Physical Law, with New Foreword

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Report copyright infringementby Richard Feynman (Author), Frank Wilczek (Foreword by)An introduction to modern physics and to Richard Feynman at his witty and enthusiastic best, discussing gravitation, irreversibility, symmetry, and the nature of scientific discovery.Richard Feynman was one of the most famous and important physicists of the second half of the twentieth century. Awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1965, celebrated for his spirited and engaging lectures, and briefly a star o...

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Report copyright infringementby Neil Suneson (Author)Dinosaur tracks preserved in sandstone, knobs of granite rising from the plains, and springs cascading down limestone cliffs are just a few of the fascinating geologic features discussed in Roadside Geology of Oklahoma, a guide to more than 35 roads that crisscross the state. Longtime Oklahoma Geological Survey geologist Neil Suneson tells you what to look for along the roads, points you to nearby parks with interesting rocks and crystals, ...