Science & Engineering

Wouldn’t you like to live longer? And better? In this operating manual for longevity, Dr. Peter Attia draws on the latest science to deliver innovative nutritional interventions, techniques for optimizing exercise and sleep, and tools for addressing emotional and mental health....

A groundbreaking narrative that explores the ways in which biology and history have shaped our understanding of what it means to be “human”.

There is nothing more essential to our health and well-being than breathing: Take air in, let it out, repeat 25,000 times a day. Yet, as a species, humans have lost the ability to breathe correctly. Journalist James Nestor travels the world to figure out what went wrong and how to fix it....

Steven R.Gundry, MD offers a definitive guide to the gut biome and its control over its home—us!—revealing the unimaginably complex and intelligent ecosystem controlling our health and teaching us how to heal our guts to prevent and reverse every type of disease....

A highly infectious virus from the African rain forest suddenly appears in the suburbs of Washington, D.C. There is no cure. In a few days, 90 percent of its victims are dead....

Professor Matthew Walker reveals his groundbreaking exploration of sleep, explaining how we can harness its transformative power to change our lives for the better....

This book is about pleasure. It’s also about pain. Most important, it’s about how to find the delicate balance between the two, and why now more than ever finding balance is essential....

Bill Bryson has been an enormously popular author both for his travel books and for his books on the English language. Now, this beloved comic genius turns his attention to science...

From Wharton professor and author of the popular One Useful Thing Substack newsletter Ethan Mollick comes the definitive playbook for working, learning, and living in the new age of AI....

Chemistry and Our Universe: How It All Works is your in-depth introduction to this vital field, taught through 60 engaging half-hour lectures that are suitable for any background or none at all....

The knowledge of death is so terrifying that we live most of our lives in denial of it. One of the most difficult moments of childhood must be when each of us first realizes that not only we but all our loved ones will die—and there is nothing we can do about it.

How do we fit within the universe? How does the universe fit within us? There's no better guide through these questions than astrophysicist and best-selling author Neil deGrasse Tyson....

One of our great behavioral scientists, the bestselling author of Behave, plumbs the depths of the science and philosophy of decision-making to mount a devastating case against free will, an argument with profound consequences....

From the celebrated neurobiologist and primatologist, a landmark, genre-defining examination of human behavior, both good and bad, and an answer to the question: Why do we do the things we do? Sapolsky's storytelling concept is delightful but it also has a powerful intrinsic logic....

Life as We Know It (Can Be) is a celebration of the wonders of our planet, a meditation on the human wants and needs that drive it out of balance, and an inspiration for communities to galvanize around nature and each other as the very best way to brace for what’s next.

Welcome to the Universe is a personal guided tour of the cosmos by three of today's leading astrophysicists....

University of London physicist David Bohm, one of the world's most respected quantum physicists, and Stanford neurophysiologist Karl Pribram, an architect of our modern understanding of the brain, have developed a remarkable new way of looking at the universe....

Based on the newly released personal letters of Albert Einstein, Walter Isaacson explores how an imaginative, impertinent patent clerk became the mind reader of the creator of the cosmos....

Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson has attracted one of the world’s largest online followings with his fascinating, widely accessible insights into science and our universe. Now, Tyson invites us to go behind the scenes of his public fame by unveiling his candid correspondence....

Memory is far more than a record of the past. In this groundbreaking tour of the mind and brain, one of the world’s top memory researchers reveals the powerful role memory plays in nearly every aspect of our lives, from recalling faces and names, to learning, decision-making, trauma and healing....

The phenomenal true story of the Black female mathematicians at NASA whose calculations helped fuel some of America's greatest achievements in space....

Listeners learn the difference between how the world works at the quantum level, the cosmic level, and the human level - and then how each connects to the other....

J. Robert Oppenheimer, an iconic figure of the 20th century, was a brilliant physicist who led efforts to build an atomic bomb but later confronted the moral consequences of scientific progress....

The Earth teems with sights and textures, sounds and vibrations, smells and tastes, electric and magnetic fields. But every kind of animal, including humans, is enclosed within its own unique sensory bubble, perceiving but a tiny sliver of our immense world....

Bill Bryson, best-selling author of A Short History of Nearly Everything, takes us on a head-to-toe tour of the marvel that is the human body. As addictive as it is comprehensive, this is Bryson at his very best, a must-listen owner's manual for everybody....

In Barefoot Biodynamics, organic grower Jeff Poppen—“The Barefoot Farmer”—combines tales from his personal history in rural Tennessee with the practical applications of biodynamic principles and the deep aspects of the biodynamic methods that continue to make his farm a success today.

In this joyous journey around the wild edges of Britain, Christopher Hart takes us through the life, ecology and history of the humble British hedge, showing us how this much-loved (but somewhat overlooked) feature is inextricably woven into our language, history and culture. Hedges – or hedgerows – have long been an integral part of the British landscape; a bastion of privacy for our gardens, a protective presence on winding country lanes and a vital hiding place for birds and beasts on farmland.

Geraniums are popular ornamental plants that can be easily propagated from stem cuttings. Rooting hormone treatments, typically with IBA, are commonly used to improve the success rate and speed of root formation. In this book you'll learn how rooting hormone promotes strong, healthy roots in plants and how to use rooting hormone with your plants.

Dreams are a source of mystery. They have changed the course of individual lives and the world, spurring business deals, inspiring art and scientific breakthroughs, triggering military invasions and mental breakdowns. Yet the source of dreams is not mysterious. They are the product of normal brain electrophysiology and they follow the circadian rhythms, the day-night cycles that govern all life. Dr Rahul Jandial delves into decades of research into the dreaming brain and shares stories from his own practice to show the extraordinary impact that dreams have on our waking life.

This paper, authored by Mathew J. Lewallen and presented for SPST 613: Satellite Communications at American Military University, focuses on SpaceX's Starlink program and its potential to provide internet access globally, even in the most remote and impoverished regions. It discusses the history of SpaceX and its diverse achievements, including the development of the reusable Falcon 9 rocket and Starlink's conception around 2015. The Starlink system aims to deploy a constellation of about 12,000 low Earth orbit satellites, offering low-latency, high-speed internet. The document covers ...

The United Nations' Consortium for Aeronautic and Space Exploration (UNCASE) has just selected Michael S. Gibraltar as one of the elite crew for its 11th in a series of secret governmental (Seagu11) projects. A recent discovery in the frigid landscape of the Antarctic has altered the mission's target to a black hole at the very center of our Milky Way galaxy. At three million times the mass of our Sun, the hole is a behemoth of celestial proportions. Before embarking, however, Mike must complete space training and hone up on his sparse knowledge of the physics of black holes and the ...

Are You Ready to Take Control of Your Destiny? In an increasingly unpredictable world, the desire for self-reliance has never been more crucial. Natural disasters, economic downturns, and social instability are real threats that loom large. If you've ever felt the pull to break free from the constraints of modern society and prepare for whatever the future holds, this book is your indispensable guide. Your Roadmap to Self-Sufficiency "Preparing for the End of the World: Living Off-Grid and Escaping the Financial Hamster Wheel" offers a comprehensive, step-by-step blueprint for building a ...

The paper, authored by Mathew J. Lewallen for the SPST504 course at American Military University, discusses the integration of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with Remote Sensing. It emphasizes how this synergy is essential for analyzing and interpreting the increasingly vast and complex data produced by remote sensing technologies. The paper notes that while remote sensing has been around for decades, its potential is still being realized, particularly when combined with GIS. This integration has become crucial for addressing global challenges such as climate change. The paper ...

First, I want to say that you are never too old to start riding a bike or trike. I didn’t start to ride until I was in my seventies, seriously. Like most people, I rode a bicycle when I was a kid. It was the only way to get around faster than walking or running, and it was fun as well. I watched a documentary a while back that was entitled “Man, and his love for his automobile.” It was a good documentary, but I got to thinking, maybe someone made a good one on biking? Well, I did some research on the Internet and found some. The one “Inspired To Ride” is for the hardcore riders, ...

The paper outlines the necessity of information systems in the aircraft sales industry and proposes the establishment of the first online aircraft marketplace. It discusses the implementation of cloud computing, electronic records management, search engine optimization, database management systems, and customer relationship management to enhance efficiency, accessibility, and customer service within the business. Each system is analyzed for its benefits and challenges, emphasizing the potential for improved operations and customer satisfaction through technological advancement.

What is going to happen when artificial intelligent self drivers get behind the wheel on and off the road? Get in and find out via the stories of self-driving cars named iVan and iVanna.

Dark matter remains one of the most captivating mysteries of the universe, challenging scientists and enchanting the imagination of the public. This eBook describes various aspects of dark matter research, shedding light on its nature, impact, and future directions. Dark matter is a mysterious form of matter that does not emit, absorb, or reflect electromagnetic radiation, making it invisible and elusive to direct detection. Its existence is inferred from gravitational effects observed on cosmic scales. The historical journey of dark matter research spans decades, from its initial proposal ...

Jeffrey Lilly, Jr. shares his life experiences, Bigfoot sightings, and tragedies that changed and shaped his life into what it is today. Life is not always easy and when the unreal becomes a reality it can change a person in many ways. In ways they never thought possible.The struggle to understand and deal with these events can be a difficult journey. This is more than a book about bigfoot. It is a book about life the many ups and downs we all face.

We embark on a journey into the world of wind turbine noise, exploring the complexities, challenges, and innovative solutions shaping this dynamic field. This eBook dives into the fundamental principles, cutting-edge research, and practical applications of wind turbine noise control. From the origins of wind turbine noise to the latest advancements in noise mitigation technologies, readers gain insights into the diverse factors influencing noise generation, propagation, and perception in wind energy systems. Through detailed explanations, and real-world examples, the eBook illuminates the ...

This eBook dives into the intricate facts of microbial life and its profound impact on our planet. Through engaging dialogue, readers are taken on a journey to discover the diverse roles and functions of bacteria, viruses, fungi, archaea, and protists. From the basics of microbial classification and characteristics to the latest research challenges and future directions, the eBook covers a wide range of topics in microbial science. Readers will explore the ecological roles of microbes, their pros and cons, and their contributions to bioengineering, technology, and medicine. The eBook ...