Exploring Science

Bring the world of big data into focus with "Data Science in Action." This comprehensive guide delivers a clear, definitive exploration of data science for novices and experts alike. Starting with a fascinating introduction into the world of data science, this eBook covers everything from basic definitions to the roles and responsibilities within the field. It’s time to demystify the vocabulary and discover what it really means to be a data scientist. Dive deep into the mechanics of data, understand its types, uncover the importance of data collection and learn how to manage it ...

Himalaya is one of the world's most extraordinary geophysical, historical, environmental and social regions. Historian John Keay introduces us to the myriad mysteries of this vast, confounding and utterly fascinating corner of the planet, and makes the case that it is one of our most essential—and endangered—wonders. For centuries, Himalaya has captivated an illustrious succession of admirers, from explorers, surveyors and sportsmen, to botanists and zoologists, ethnologists and geologists, missionaries and mountaineers.

Brendan Roberts, author of six books and co author of "Worth the Chase: Finding Love God's Way", massages theology and faith into the subjects of both science and religion in God: Fact or Fiction?. Many people believe that science and religion cannot meet let alone do the tango, but Brendan shows very clearly that we can tell God exists through both. Be prepared to encounter such fascinating subjects as: • the wonder of the universe • unlocking the chemistry of life • evolution • DNA • Intelligent Design • archaeology • evil • suffering • the soul • Sacred Scripture • ...

Step into the captivating world of Computing Mathematics, where computer science and mathematics intertwine to create endless possibilities and unveil the inner workings of complex systems. This groundbreaking eBook offers a fascinating journey through the many facets of the two disciplines and their extraordinary impact on the modern world. Exclusive to Amazon, this comprehensive guide is perfect for anyone who seeks to explore the hidden beauty of this captivating subject! Diving into 20 comprehensive chapters, you'll discover how discrete mathematics lays the foundation for computer ...

From Stoics to existentialists, in philosophy and literature, discussion of the philosophy of life—of love and death, of courage, fortitude and wisdom—challenges us all to think about what kinds of life are truly worth living. In this summation of a lifetime thinking and writing about this great question, A. C. Grayling explores with clarity and depth the ideas that each of us must use in answering it for ourselves.

Humans have always been fascinated by the possibility of extraterrestrial life, often wondering if we are alone in the universe. Drawing on nearly fifty years as a leader in planetary exploration, Louis Friedman brings into focus the subject of extraterrestrial life, separating knowledge from conjecture, fact from fiction, to draw scientific and technical conclusions that answer this enduring question. Friedman argues that intelligent life is probably rare in the universe but that simple life is likely abundant on millions or billions of planets waiting now to be discovered.

From Galileo’s humble spyglass to spaceborne observatories that glimpse the edge of time, this is the epic story of how humanity learned to see the universe. For over 400 years, the telescope has reshaped not just astronomy, but our very understanding of our place in the cosmos. Lenses, Light, and the Infinite Night traces the sweeping, often surprising history of this revolutionary instrument—from the dim candlelit workshops of the Renaissance to the golden mirrors of James Webb and the continent-spanning radio eyes that captured a black hole. Told with rich detail and poetic clarity, ...

The urge to explore and discover is a natural and universal one, and the edge of the unknown is expanded with each passing year as scientific advancements inch us closer and closer to the outer reaches of our solar system and the galaxies beyond them. Generations of writers have explored these new frontiers and the endless possibilities they present in great detail. The Final Frontier delivers stories from across this literary spectrum, a reminder that the universe is far large and brimming with possibilities than we could ever imagine, as hard as we may try.

The journey starts in London, Phileas Fogg's home base, and follows Fogg's itinerary to France and Italy before veering off in search of compelling wine stories in Syria, Georgia, and Lebanon. Every glass of wine tells a story, and so each of the 80 wines must tell an important tale. We head back across Northern Africa to Algeria, once the world's leading wine exporter, before hopping across the sea to Spain and Portugal. We follow Portuguese trade routes to Madeira and then South Africa with a short detour to taste Kenya's most famous Pinot Noir.

This book will appeal to foodies and those who are deprived of cookbooks in audio format. Molecular Gastronomy documents the sensory phenomena of eating and uses basic physics to put to bed many culinary myths. This audiobook presents pieces of conventional wisdom - such as whether it is better to make a stock by placing meat in already boiling water, or water before it is boiled - and gives its history before making scientific pronouncements.

The human brain is the hub of control in human life since it is responsible for the creation of thoughts, emotions, and actions that shape behavior. People can react to their environment, make decisions, and experience emotions because of this incredibly intelligent organ, which processes massive amounts of data every second. The intricate connections that exist between neurons, neurotransmitters, and other regions of the brain are responsible for shaping the result of brain activity, which is behavior.

This comprehensive audio textbook has 17 chapters covering the beginnings of sociology as an academic research discipline, culture and media, sociological research, socialization across the life course, social structure and social interaction, groups and organizations, deviance and crime, and social class and social stratification, global stratification, race and ethnicity, gender and sex, sexuality, family, religion, education and healthcare, politics, the economy, and population and society.

Marine Biology Lite: Volume 1 The World of Sea Animals Explained: Accurate, Relatable, Entertaining This isn’t your typical marine biology textbook. Marine Biology Lite breaks down the ocean’s complexity using logic, real stories, and clear explanations that make everything—from survival strategies to bizarre sea creatures—make sense. Written by a real marine biologist who’s spent decades exploring and explaining the sea, this book teaches how marine life works by starting with one key idea: nature is logical. You'll discover the Four Core Needs every animal must solve—Energy, ...

Explorer, diving pioneer, filmmaker, inventor, and activist, Jacques Cousteau was blessed from his childhood with boundless curiosity about the natural world. As the leader of fascinating, often dangerous expeditions all over the planet, he discovered firsthand the complexity and beauty of life on earth and undersea - and watched the toll taken by human activity in the 20th century.

In Unconscious Bias in Schools, two seasoned educators describe the phenomenon of unconscious racial bias and how it negatively affects the work of educators and students in schools. In order to address this bias, the authors argue, educators must first be aware of the racialized context in which we live.

Earth Science experiments pertaining to changes on Earth, including plate tectonics, erosion, the greenhouse effect, and glaciers. An engaging way to support the Next Generation Science Standards. Experiments are simple, accessible, and something that could be used at a science fair, in the classroom, or at home. Exploring changes on Earth has never been simpler.

Embarking on the profound journey of unraveling the mysteries surrounding eternal life, we delve into the depths of spiritual wisdom to explore the timeless quest for transcendence and immortality. Across cultures and throughout history, humanity has grappled with the enigmatic nature of existence, seeking to understand what lies beyond the boundaries of mortal life. Through the lens of spiritual teachings and philosophical inquiry, we embark on a quest to unveil the secrets of eternal life.

Ann Armbrecht describes her journeys to herb collection sites, farms, and factories in North America, Europe, and India to tell the stories of the people and places behind the bottles of herbal products on grocery store shelves. The Business of Botanicals is the first resource of its kind for listeners who wish to take the extra step in curating ethically sourced products.

Scientists in the past few decades have made crucial discoveries about how our cosmos evolved over the past 13.8 billion years. But there remains a critical gap in our knowledge: We still know very little about what happened in the first seconds after the Big Bang. At the Edge of Time focuses on what we have recently learned and are still striving to understand about this most essential and mysterious period of time at the beginning of cosmic history.

From the simulation hypothesis to parallel universes, "Exploring Simulated Worlds & Parallel Realities" transforms complex theories into fascinating, accessible insights that anyone can understand. Using clear examples and engaging thought experiments, these guides break down revolutionary concepts about the nature of reality itself.