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Science as Natural Philosophy and Finding Our Place in the Universe

By: Richard L. Summers

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Science as Natural Philosophy and Finding Our Place in the Universe

By: Richard L. Summers

The Scientific Revolution began with the publication of Copernicus’ heliocentric theory describing the Sun as the center of our solar system and all the known Universe. That revolutionary idea began a rethinking of our place in the Universe and no longer were the affairs of humanity considered as the centerpiece of all that was known. In the past century, with the advent of the theories of Special and General Relativity, the Copenhagen interpretation of quantum theory, and a more sophisticated conception of living system dynamics, there has been a new understanding of the central role of the observer or experiencer in the determination of natural phenomena and the actualization of reality. Modern advancements in information theory, semiotics, and consciousness studies have also led to a better comprehension of the relationship between 1st person and 3rd person perspectives and the limits of the Scientific Method. Science and religion have always had the common goal of trying to further our understanding of the world and its meaning for us. This book explores a possible return of science to a role as natural philosophy and a pathway to better understanding our place in the Universe.

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Cambridge Scholars Publishing

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1527555585

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Experiences in the Biocontinuum

A New Foundation for Living Systems

By: Richard L. Summers

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Experiences in the Biocontinuum

A New Foundation for Living Systems

By: Richard L. Summers

The central question in the biological sciences for the past 100 years has concerned an understanding of how living systems differ from other general physical phenomena and what makes these systems unique. With new developments in the fields of nonequilibrium thermodynamics, systems theory, chaos, and information theory over the past few decades, there has been growing interest in finally answering the question first posed by Erwin Schrödinger in the 1940s concerning the true scientific nature of living systems. Similarly, there is also increasing interest within the biologic community for a more holistic and non-reductionist methodology. The approach followed in this book builds on a foundation of information theory and semiotics while integrating basic thermodynamic considerations and systems theory to form a singular unifying concept that is proposed to be the essential process of living systems. However, the premise presented is much more than simply the exposition of a new hypothesis. This book describes the logical progression of thought incorporating a diverse array of established scientific ideas that were used in the conceptualization of a dynamic mathematical framework that can be employed as a novel analytic means for the study of living systems and their fundamental processes.

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1527557898

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High Yield Imaging Gastrointestinal E-Book

By: Richard M. Gore,Marc S. Levine

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High Yield Imaging Gastrointestinal E-Book

By: Richard M. Gore,Marc S. Levine

This state-of-the-art Gastrointestinal title in the brand-new High-Yield Imaging series is ideally designed to let you quickly look up a diagnosis, confirm your suspicion, and move on to the next case. Renowned authorities, Drs. Gore and Levine, present 350 GI diagnoses, 1,200 optimally sized multi-modality clinical images, and at-a-glance bulleted text, to help you efficiently and accurately diagnose any GI disorder. A full-color design along with a consistent organization makes reference a snap. Covers 350 GI diagnoses allowing you to diagnose a broader spectrum of conditions. Offers all the information necessary to provide referring physicians with the complete, actionable reports they need. Presents more than 1,200 optimally sized multi-modality clinical images to help you recognize the characteristic appearance of both common and uncommon GI disorders. Structures every chapter consistently to include Findings, Imaging Modalities, Clinical Presentation, Pathology, Incidence/Prevalence and Epidemiology, What the Referring Physician Needs to Know, Suggested Readings, and Selected Images to make reference fast and easy.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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1455711446

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High-yield Imaging

Gastrointestinal

By: Richard M. Gore,Marc S. Levine

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Gastrointestinal

By: Richard M. Gore,Marc S. Levine

Make a more accurate diagnosis with easy access to superior images and higher quality content. --

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Drug Abuse Prevention

A School and Community Partnership

By: Richard Wilson,Cheryl Kolander

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Drug Abuse Prevention

A School and Community Partnership

By: Richard Wilson,Cheryl Kolander

Using an evidence-based approach, Drug Abuse Prevention: A School and Community Partnership, Third Edition teaches students and practitioners the important concepts and skills needed to design effective drug prevention programs. Written to cover more than just the facts about drugs, this text provides a background of drug use and abuse, presents the principles and skills of prevention, with particular focus on adolescents and school settings, and reinforces the importance of schools forming community partnerships with key institutions and the application of policy tools to enhance the impact of education alone. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book is missing some of the images or content found in the physical edition.

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Jones & Bartlett Publishers

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1449666698

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Drug Abuse Prevention

By: Dr. Richard W. Wilson,Cheryl Kolander

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Drug Abuse Prevention

By: Dr. Richard W. Wilson,Cheryl Kolander

Drug Abuse Prevention: A School and Community Partnership, Third Edition", takes an evidence-based approach to teach students the important concepts and skills needed to design effective drug prevention programs. Covering more than just the facts, this text provides a background of drug use and abuse and presents the principles and skills of prevention, with particular focus on adolescents and school settings. It reinforces the importance of schools forming community partnerships with key institutions and the application of policy tools to enhance the impact of education alone. -- From publisher's description.

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Jones & Bartlett Learning

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0763771589

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Special Education in Contemporary Society, 4e Media Edition

An Introduction to Exceptionality

By: Richard M. Gargiulo

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Special Education in Contemporary Society, 4e Media Edition

An Introduction to Exceptionality

By: Richard M. Gargiulo

This media update edition has been updated to include icons throughout linking the book to the new accompanying interactive eBook version. The book provides a highly readable and research-based introduction to special education.

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SAGE

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1412996953

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Public Finance

A Normative Theory

By: Richard W. Tresch

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Public Finance

A Normative Theory

By: Richard W. Tresch

Featuring a general equilibrium framework that is both cohesive and versatile, the Second Edition of Public Finance: A Normative Theory brings new and updated information to this classic text. Through its concentration on the microeconomic theory of the public sector in the context of capitalist market economics it addresses the subjects traditionally at the heart of public sector economics, including public good theory, theory of taxation, welfare analysis, externalities, tax incidence, cost benefit analysis, and fiscal federalism. Its goal of providing a foundation, rather than attempting to present the most recent scholarship in detail, makes this Second Edition both a valuable text and a resource for professionals. * Second edition provides new and updated information * Focuses on the heart of public sector economics, including public expenditure theory and policy, tax theory and policy, cost benefit-analysis, and fiscal federalism * Features a cohesive and versatile general equilibrium framework

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Academic Press

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0126990514

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Home Improvement, Home Repair

By: Richard V. Nunn

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Home Improvement, Home Repair

By: Richard V. Nunn

Tells how to work with plumbing, electrical systems, insulation, and paint, explains the correct way to use tools, and offers tips on home maintenance tasks.

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Creative Homeowner

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0932944183

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An Introduction to Young Children With Special Needs

Birth Through Age Eight

By: Richard M. Gargiulo,Jennifer L. Kilgo

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An Introduction to Young Children With Special Needs

Birth Through Age Eight

By: Richard M. Gargiulo,Jennifer L. Kilgo

An Introduction to Young Children with Special Needs: Birth Through Age Eight is a comprehensive introduction to educational policies, programs, practices, and services for future practitioners serving young children with delays or disabilities in early intervention-early childhood special education (EI-ECSE). Thoughtfully addressing the needs of children at risk for learning or development delays or disabilities, revered authors Richard M. Gargiulo and Jennifer L. Kilgo offer evidence-based interventions and instructional techniques that provide students with a broad understanding of important theoretical and philosophical foundations, including evidence-based decision making, developmentally appropriate practices, cultural responsiveness, and activity-based intervention.

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SAGE Publications

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1544322070

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9781544322070

Is Bigger Better?

The Economics of EC Enlargement

By: Richard Baldwin

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Is Bigger Better?

The Economics of EC Enlargement

By: Richard Baldwin

This Report examines the enlargement of the European Community's member base to include the EFTA members and the Central and East European Countries; and considers the political and economic motivations for the potential members.

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Centre for Economic Policy Research

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1898128065

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Book's by Richard L. Summers

Science as Natural Philosophy and Finding Our Place in the Universe

Science as Natural Philosophy and Finding Our Place in the Universe

Experiences in the Biocontinuum

Experiences in the Biocontinuum

High Yield Imaging Gastrointestinal E-Book

High Yield Imaging Gastrointestinal E-Book

High-yield Imaging

High-yield Imaging

Drug Abuse Prevention

Drug Abuse Prevention

Drug Abuse Prevention

Drug Abuse Prevention

Special Education in Contemporary Society, 4e Media Edition

Special Education in Contemporary Society, 4e Media Edition

Public Finance

Public Finance

Home Improvement, Home Repair

Home Improvement, Home Repair

An Introduction to Young Children With Special Needs

An Introduction to Young Children With Special Needs

Is Bigger Better?

Is Bigger Better?

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