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The Water Bear

By: Sophia Curie

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The Water Bear"" delves into the extraordinary world of tardigrades, microscopic organisms that have become scientific superstars due to their unparalleled survival abilities. These eight-legged creatures, found everywhere from mountain peaks to ocean depths, demonstrate remarkable resilience through their ability to withstand extreme conditions that would destroy most other life forms. The book meticulously explores their unique biological adaptations, focusing particularly on their ability to enter cryptobiosis—a state where they essentially pause all metabolic processes when faced with hostile environments. Through carefully structured chapters, the text progresses from examining tardigrades in their natural habitats to investigating their cellular structure and extraordinary survival mechanisms. Readers discover how these tiny animals can survive temperatures near absolute zero, withstand pressures six times greater than the deepest ocean points, and endure radiation levels far beyond human tolerance. The book's approach combines rigorous scientific analysis with accessible explanations, making complex biological concepts understandable to readers with basic scientific literacy. The narrative extends beyond mere biological curiosity, exploring practical applications of tardigrade research in biotechnology, space biology, and medicine. Drawing from extensive peer-reviewed research and international studies, including space exposure experiments, the book demonstrates how understanding these extremophiles could revolutionize various fields, from vaccine preservation to radiation protection. This comprehensive examination of tardigrade biology offers valuable insights for students, scientists, and anyone fascinated by nature's remarkable adaptations, while maintaining a balanced perspective on both the potential and limitations of tardigrade-inspired innovations.

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World Professions

By: Sophia Curie

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World Professions

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World Professions"" explores the global workforce, examining how various careers shape our society and impact individual lives. The book delves into the evolution of professions from ancient times to the present, highlighting how factors like industrialization and technology have transformed the job market. It argues that understanding different careers is crucial for personal success and societal progress, emphasizing the importance of informed career decisions in our interconnected world. The book takes readers on a journey through major career categories such as healthcare, technology, and business, analyzing their global prevalence and impact. It presents a balanced view of each profession, discussing both advantages and challenges. By incorporating case studies from different countries and drawing on diverse data sources, ""World Professions"" offers a truly global perspective on professional landscapes. This approach sets it apart from typical career guides, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of how socioeconomic factors and cultural values influence career choices worldwide. Structured to progress from introducing the concept of professions to exploring future trends, the book offers valuable insights for students, job seekers, and policymakers alike. It combines academic rigor with practical advice, making complex concepts accessible to a general audience interested in social science and career development. By examining professions through multiple lenses, ""World Professions"" equips readers with the knowledge to navigate the ever-changing world of work and make informed decisions about their career paths.

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Insurance HowTo

By: Sophia Curie

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Insurance HowTo

By: Sophia Curie

Insurance HowTo"" offers a comprehensive exploration of insurance's vital role in our financial ecosystem, unraveling its complexities for a general audience. The book delves into the fundamental concepts, various insurance products, and the broader impact of insurance on individual and societal well-being. It traces the historical development of insurance, from ancient civilizations to modern financial systems, highlighting how major events like the Great Fire of London in 1666 shaped insurance practices. Structured in three parts, the book first introduces basic concepts like risk and probability, then examines various insurance products, and finally explores insurance's broader implications. It draws on industry reports, academic studies, and real-world case studies to support its arguments, while incorporating insights from insurance professionals, policyholders, and regulators. The book's balanced approach acknowledges both the benefits of insurance and industry criticisms, addressing issues like affordability and coverage gaps. Written in an accessible style, ""Insurance HowTo"" uses real-life examples and analogies to illustrate complex concepts, making it valuable for individuals seeking to enhance their financial literacy as well as students and professionals in related fields. It provides practical guidance on assessing insurance needs, understanding policy terms, and navigating the claims process, empowering readers to make informed decisions about their risk management strategies and financial security.

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8233934631

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Hive Mind

By: Sophia Curie

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Hive Mind

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Hive Mind"" delves into the fascinating world of eusocial insects, exploring how their collective behaviors can illuminate our understanding of complex social systems, from human societies to artificial intelligence. The book focuses on three key areas: insect colony mechanics, emergent intelligence, and the applications of swarm behavior in human systems. By examining these topics, readers gain insight into how simple organisms create complex, adaptive systems—a concept with far-reaching implications across multiple disciplines. The book's central argument challenges traditional notions of intelligence and organization, proposing that collective intelligence emerges from the interactions of numerous simple agents following basic rules, rather than from centralized control. This perspective offers fresh insights into the nature of collective behavior and decision-making, encouraging readers to reconsider their assumptions about leadership, hierarchy, and problem-solving. ""Hive Mind"" progresses from introducing the basic biology of social insects to exploring the emergence of collective intelligence, and finally discussing applications in human systems such as business management and urban planning. Drawing on a wealth of scientific research, including field studies and computer simulations, ""Hive Mind"" presents its content in an accessible yet rigorous style. Its interdisciplinary approach connects biology with computer science, psychology, and sociology, making it valuable for readers interested in understanding the hidden complexities of the natural world and their relevance to human society. By examining intelligence and organization through the lens of eusocial insects, the book offers a unique perspective on collective behavior that challenges and enlightens its audience.

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Seaside Living

By: Sophia Curie

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Seaside Living

By: Sophia Curie

Seaside Living"" delves into the captivating world of coastal habitation, exploring the allure and challenges of life by the sea. This comprehensive guide offers a global perspective on seaside residences, from bustling beach towns to remote island paradises. The book's central argument is that while coastal areas provide unique lifestyle opportunities, they also present distinct challenges that vary across regions and cultures. Divided into three main sections, the book first introduces readers to diverse coastal destinations worldwide. It then examines practical considerations such as housing markets and environmental factors, before exploring broader implications like community development and climate change adaptation. What sets this book apart is its balance of aspirational and practical content, providing a realistic view of seaside living across various socio-economic levels and geographic regions. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including demographic data and interviews with coastal residents, ""Seaside Living"" offers valuable insights for potential coastal dwellers, travel enthusiasts, and urban planners alike. The book's global perspective and accessible writing style make it an engaging read for anyone interested in the dynamic relationship between human communities and coastal environments.

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The Cynics In Power

By: Sophia Curie

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The Cynics In Power

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The Cynics In Power"" explores how political cynicism has evolved from a peripheral philosophy into a calculated governing strategy that actively shapes modern democratic systems. Through meticulous research spanning 2000-2023, the book reveals how political actors deliberately exploit voter distrust, manipulate institutional gridlock, and weaponize information overload to maintain their power. This creates a destructive cycle where cynical governance produces increasingly cynical citizens, fundamentally altering democratic functionality. The book progresses through three distinct sections, beginning with the historical transformation of political skepticism into tactical cynicism, supported by real-world case studies from various democracies. It then delves into the mechanics of cynical governance, examining how leaders strategically undermine institutional norms and exploit administrative chaos. The final section addresses the broader implications for democratic stability and explores potential solutions for rebuilding institutional trust. What sets this analysis apart is its groundbreaking perspective on political cynicism as a deliberately deployed tool rather than merely a symptom of democratic decay. Drawing from diverse fields including political science, psychology, and media studies, the book offers readers practical frameworks for identifying cynical political tactics while maintaining democratic engagement. Through interviews with political strategists, policymakers, and academic experts, it provides an unprecedented look at how modern political actors systematically employ cynicism to reshape democratic institutions and public discourse.

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Changing Masks

By: Sophia Manukova

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Changing Masks

By: Sophia Manukova

As Europe is sliding into the precipice of war, the undercover MI5 agent infiltrates the world of Art in Paris of 1911 to investigate the grand theft of the century and to reveal potential danger to the security of the nation. Crossing paths with Picasso, Ravel, Modigliani and other celebrities of the Belle Époque brings forth their Muses, who happen to be the adventurous women from Russia. Through the prism of their serendipitous encounters, woven in the canvas of this book, the author presents a cross section of the European history and culture, well spiced with romance and a detective intrigue.

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Lulu.com

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1365584860

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Thermodynamics, Gibbs Method and Statistical Physics of Electron Gases

By: Bahram M. Askerov,Sophia Figarova

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Thermodynamics, Gibbs Method and Statistical Physics of Electron Gases

By: Bahram M. Askerov,Sophia Figarova

This book deals with theoretical thermodynamics and the statistical physics of electron and particle gases. It treats the laws of thermodynamics from a classical and a quantum theoretical view point. The free energy is calculated with a Gibbs formalism.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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3642031714

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Breast Imaging Expert Radiology Series E-Book

By: Lawrence W. Bassett,Mary C Mahoney,Sophia Apple,Carl D'Orsi

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Breast Imaging Expert Radiology Series E-Book

By: Lawrence W. Bassett,Mary C Mahoney,Sophia Apple,Carl D'Orsi

Imaging of the Breast, by Drs. Lawrence Bassett, Mary Mahoney, Sophia Apple, and Carl D'Orsi, enables you to more accurately interpret the imaging findings for even your most challenging cases. A comprehensive look at breast imaging, it correlates radiologic images with pathology slides to strengthen the accuracy of your diagnosis. This entry in the Expert Radiology Series also addresses topics such as appropriateness criteria for various imaging approaches, the BI-RAD quality assessment and reporting tool, and image-guided interventional procedures. Confidently interpret breast imaging findings by looking at how various radiologic presentations correlate with pathology studies. Make the best imaging decisions with comprehensive coverage of the appropriateness criteria for various imaging modalities. Comply with accepted reporting standards thanks to in-depth information on Breast Imaging-Reporting and Data System. Enhance your interventional radiology skills with detailed guidance of these techniques. View breast pathology clearly with full-color images throughout.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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1455705934

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Clement V

By: Sophia Menache

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Clement V

By: Sophia Menache

A re-evaluation of the reign of the 'Avignon' pope Clement V (1305?14).

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Be the One You Need

21 Life Lessons I Learned While Taking Care of Everyone but Me

By: Sophia A. Nelson

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Be the One You Need

21 Life Lessons I Learned While Taking Care of Everyone but Me

By: Sophia A. Nelson

From acclaimed journalist Sophia A. Nelson, the bestselling author of The Woman Code, comes a poignant, powerful, and revealing memoir providing life lessons that emphasize the importance of self-care, self-love, and self-understanding that will lead to freedom, healing from the past, and a better future. In deeply personal reflections, acclaimed journalist Sophia A. Nelson offers an inspirational memoir that will guide you on a path toward true and meaningful self-care. She shares 21 life lessons she’s learned to help us accept that when we dare to face our traumas, losses, fears, family dysfunctions, and relationship issues, we can heal from them. She shows us that doing the work of meaningful and consistent self-care not only makes us happier, but better spouses, parents, siblings, lovers, employers, and neighbors. In this powerfully raw and honest book, you’ll discover: • How to manage your emotions before they manage you; • How to protect your peace, the passport to your soul; • Why the most important relationship you have is with yourself; and • How to be intentional about your choices. The compelling lessons in Be the One You Need clearly demonstrate that the answers we seek to life’s questions are always within us. Nelson empowers us to finally ask ourselves, What do I want? What do I need? How do I feel? And once we hear the answers of our soul, how to put them into practice.

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Simon and Schuster

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0757323995

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9780757323997

Women's Art Work

More than 30 Female Artists Who Changed the World

By: Sophia Bennett

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Women's Art Work

More than 30 Female Artists Who Changed the World

By: Sophia Bennett

Discover the work of female artists who have made their mark on the art world. Women’s Art Work introduces readers to the lives and work of the world’s most renowned artists. With a foreword from Tate’s first female director, Maria Balshaw, this collection celebrates the creativity of women in more than 30 biographies, investigating their practices and exploring their contributions to the art world. Readers will learn about a diverse group of innovators like Frida Kahlo, Cindy Sherman, Ana Mendieta, Lubaina Himid, Cao Fei, and the Guerrilla Girls. From early pioneers to today’s most radical creators, these women have overcome obstacles, broken boundaries, and enriched our understanding of what art is and can be. With a glossary of art terms, a timeline of major milestones, and educational sidebars, this highly illustrated book is perfect for any art lover. Additionally, it features original interviews with living artists—including Yayoi Kusama, Lorna Simpson, and Rachel Whiteread. Featured artists include: - Eileen Agar - Anni Albers - Louise Bourgeois - Sonia Boyce - Claude Cahun - Judy Chicago - Tacita Dean - Tracey Emin - Cao Fei - Simryn Gill - Guerrilla Girls - Natalia Goncharova - Anthea Hamilton - Barbara Hepworth - Lubaina Himid - Gwen John - Joan Jonas - Frida Kahlo - Yayoi Kusama - Agnes Martin - Ana Mendieta - Berthe Morisot - Georgia O'Keeffe - Paula Rego - Bridget Riley - Doris Salcedo - Cindy Sherman - Lorna Simpson - Dayanita Singh - Gillian Wearing - Rachel Whiteread - Lynette Yiadom-Boakye - Fahrelnissa Zeid

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Abrams

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1683357485

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9781683357483

Cycle Representations of Markov Processes

By: Sophia L. Kalpazidou

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Cycle Representations of Markov Processes

By: Sophia L. Kalpazidou

This book provides new insight into Markovian dependence via the cycle decompositions. It presents a systematic account of a class of stochastic processes known as cycle (or circuit) processes - so-called because they may be defined by directed cycles. An important application of this approach is the insight it provides to electrical networks and the duality principle of networks. This expanded second edition adds new advances, which reveal wide-ranging interpretations of cycle representations such as homologic decompositions, orthogonality equations, Fourier series, semigroup equations, and disintegration of measures. The text includes chapter summaries as well as a number of detailed illustrations.

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147573929X

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Comparative Communication Research

A Study of the Conceptual, Methodological, and Social Challenges of International Collaborative Studies in Communication Science

By: Sophia Charlotte Volk

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Comparative Communication Research

A Study of the Conceptual, Methodological, and Social Challenges of International Collaborative Studies in Communication Science

By: Sophia Charlotte Volk

Comparative research has gained enormous popularity in communication and media studies in the last two decades and is increasingly conducted in international research teams. Collaboration with scholars from different countries brings many advantages, but it is also prone to conflict. Sophia Charlotte Volk presents the first systematic reflection on the conceptual, methodological, and social challenges of international collaborative and comparative studies in communication science. A systematic review of comparative studies and expert interviews with communication scholars shed light on how challenges manifest themselves empirically and what solutions have proven to be appropriate. The book proposes a phase model of collaborative and comparative research that can serve as a guide for scholars on what conditions should be created for productive collaboration in temporary research projects.

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Springer Nature

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3658362286

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Map Construction Algorithms

By: Mahmuda Ahmed,Sophia Karagiorgou,Dieter Pfoser,Carola Wenk

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Map Construction Algorithms

By: Mahmuda Ahmed,Sophia Karagiorgou,Dieter Pfoser,Carola Wenk

The book provides an overview of the state-of-the-art of map construction algorithms, which use tracking data in the form of trajectories to generate vector maps. The most common trajectory type is GPS-based trajectories. It introduces three emerging algorithmic categories, outlines their general algorithmic ideas, and discusses three representative algorithms in greater detail. To quantify map construction algorithms, the authors include specific datasets and evaluation measures. The datasets, source code of map construction algorithms and evaluation measures are publicly available on http://www.mapconstruction.org. The web site serves as a repository for map construction data and algorithms and researchers can contribute by uploading their own code and benchmark data. Map Construction Algorithms is an excellent resource for professionals working in computational geometry, spatial databases, and GIS. Advanced-level students studying computer science, geography and mathematics will also find this book a useful tool.

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331925166X

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About Anna...

By: Sophia Michelle Delanner

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About Anna...

By: Sophia Michelle Delanner

Silver medal winner of the 28th (2016) Benjamin Franklin Awards for Best New Voice in Fiction. Gold medal winner of the 4th (2015) Beverly Hills International Book Awards for Literary Fiction. Gold medal winner of the 2016 Next Generation Indie Book Awards for First Novel. Anna, who has always lived under the microscopic judgment of her narcissistic mother, is a Russian immigrant on the verge of turning forty and a single mother of a headstrong teenage daughter. After a life-long succession of regrettable choices and a slew of bad relationships, Anna gives up hope of finding her better half—until she meets David. Their all-consuming love seems timeless and everlasting, but both of their pasts just might destroy their future. A moving tale of three generations of Russian women living in New York City, of fate and love, of bonds that shape and shadow our lives. Crossing generations and continents, Sophia’s narrative details, with uncompromising candor, the joys and hardships of an immigrant renting an apartment in a shabby-chic neighborhood, where the long-buried tensions that fester among families begin to surface in unexpected ways and change the family forever. Engrossing, unpredictable, and moving, the novel will make you laugh out loud one moment and swallow back tears the next. In the vein of Vladimir Nabokov, Mikhail Bulgakov, and Leo Tolstoy, About Anna… presents a rich narrative about a life in which the road to forgiveness is hard—and the path to self-acceptance is even harder. Delanner’s complex characters will resonate with you long after the final page is turned.

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Infinity House

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0990928128

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9780990928126

The Crooked Little Pieces: Volume 3

By: Sophia Lambton

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The Crooked Little Pieces: Volume 3

By: Sophia Lambton

Dreams are a red flag for the danger-prone. Postwar van der Holts. Sophistication sticks to Head of Music Isabel – and so does new headmaster, the mysterious and semi-dictatorial Richard Schneider. Dissent from doctorly conventionality leads Anneliese into digressions deviant even for her as she squares off not just against Susanna but a serial offender of the law. Sparks fly between old flames; new fears prove equally exciting. Loyalties are switched and cravings itched in this compendium of the forbidden driven by foreboding: a mere taste of the temptations still to come. Treats are aplenty for the reader who prefers vicarious living in The Crooked Little Pieces: Volume 3: a world abundant in the traps of passion’s shackles. Into the higher stakes we go.

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