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  The Universe

  Andrew Chen, Professor Brian Cox

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  Every night, above our heads, a drama of epic proportions is playing out. Diamond planets, zombie stars, black holes heavier than a billion Suns. The cast of characters is extraordinary, and each one has its own incredible story to tell. 
  We once thought of our Earth as unique, but we have now discovered thousands of alien planets, and that’s barely a fraction of the worlds that are out there. And there are more stars in the Universe than grains of sand on every planet in the Solar System. But amid all this vastness, the Milky Way Galaxy, our Sun and the Earth are home to the only known life in the Universe – at least for now. 
  With a foreword from Professor Brian Cox, and access to all the latest NASA mission information, Andrew Cohen takes readers on a voyage of discovery, via the probes and telescopes exploring the outer reaches of our galaxy, revealing how it was formed and how it will inevitably be destroyed by the enigmatic black hole at its heart. And beyond our galaxy, the expanding Universe, which holds clues to the biggest mystery of all – how did it all begin? We now know more about those first moments of existence than we ever thought possible, and hidden in this story of how it all began are the clues to the fate of the Universe itself and everything in it. 
  In THE UNIVERSE, Andrew Cohen takes us on a thrilling expedition through the sky, revealing the best of what astronomy and astrophysics have to offer. It's a book that captures the essence of space and the discoveries that have defined its history. 
  For fans of Brian Greene (Until the End of Time), Sean M. Carroll (Something Deeply Hidden), Stephen Hawking (Brief Answers to the Big Questions), Carl Sagan (Pale Blue Dot), and J. Richard Gott (A Brief Welcome to the Universe).

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  Scent - A Natural History of...

  Elise Vernon Pearlstine

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  A fascinating exploration of the natural history of scent and human perceptions of fragrance from the viewpoint of plant and pollinator 
   
   
   
  Plants have long harnessed the chemical characteristics of aromatic compounds to shape the world around them. Frankincense resin from the genus Boswellia seals injured tissues and protects trees from invading pathogens. Jasmine produces a molecule called linalool that attracts pollinating moths with its flowery scent. Tobacco uses a similarly sweet-smelling compound called benzyl acetone to attract pollinators. Only recently in the evolutionary history of plants, however, have humans learned to co-opt their fragrances to seduce, heal, protect, and alter moods themselves. 
   
   
    
  In this wide-ranging and accessible new book, biologist-turned-perfumer Elise Vernon Pearlstine turns our human-centered perception of fragrance on its head and investigates plants' evolutionary reasons for creating aromatic molecules. Delving into themes of spirituality, wealth, power, addiction, royalty, fantasy, and more, Pearlstine uncovers the natural history of aromatic substances and their intersection with human culture and civilization.

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  Cosmic Careers - Exploring the...

  Alastair Storm Browne, Maryann...

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  We are starting to see the first real progress in space exploration in the private sector, and there are many jobs becoming available in this fascinating new field. Explore what’s out there as you embark on a new expedition in Cosmic Careers. 
  Sierra Nevada, Northrup Grumman, Boeing, and Bigelow Aerospace built prototypes of deep-space habitats that NASA began testing in March 2019. Therefore, physical evidence exists that human beings are committed to living in space for purposes of research and industrial pursuits such as mining. 
  Now that companies are set to take both professional astronauts and well-trained passengers into space as early as summer of 2021, this book will prepare you to take your place--whether as an investor, owner, employee, or enthusiast--in the exciting world of space exploration. 
  In Cosmic Careers, readers will:Receive a comprehensive listing of the careers and skillsets that are in demand over the coming years in space exploration.Access stories, company profiles, and technical descriptions spotlighting information that is relevant today and over the next few decades.Gain insights into the world of space exploration, its characters, and the real opportunities that are within anyone’s grasp. 
  Cosmic Careers is filled with practical information on the issues and challenges that must be solved to further the exploration and the establishment of settlements beyond planet Earth. 
  There will also be opportunities in harnessing energy from the sun using Earth orbiting solar power satellites; designing new forms of space transportation; and construction of facilities for refueling stations for rockets, processing minerals from near Earth asteroids, and building new spaceships and space habitats.

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  Biomimetics - How Lessons From...

  Brian Clegg

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  An exploration of the transformative ways in which nature has inspired the technological advancement of humankind. 
   
  Biomimetics literally means emulating biology - and in a broader sense the term covers technological advances where the original inspiration came from nature. The Earth is a vast laboratory where the mechanisms of natural selection have enabled evolutionary solutions to be developed to a wide range of problems. 
   
  Science writer Brian Clegg looks at how humans have piggybacked on natural experimentation, redeploying a solution to create things that make our lives easier. He looks at how the hooks on burdock seeds inspired the creation of Velcro, how the stickiness of the feet of geckos and frogs has been used to create gripping surfaces, such as tyre treads, and how even the most basic optical enhancement in the form of spectacles is itself a form of biomimetics.

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  Data Warehousing and Business...

  Daniel Garfield

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  "Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence: Empowering Organizations with Data-driven Intelligence" 
  In today's data-driven world, organizations need to harness the power of their data to gain insights, make informed decisions, and drive strategic growth. "Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence: Empowering Organizations with Data-driven Intelligence" is a comprehensive guide that explores the fundamental concepts, best practices, and practical implementation strategies of data warehousing and business intelligence. 
  This book serves as a roadmap for organizations seeking to unlock the full potential of their data assets. Starting with the foundations of data warehousing, readers will gain a clear understanding of the architecture, data modeling, and data integration techniques required for successful implementation. They will explore the key components of a business intelligence ecosystem and learn how to leverage data visualization, reporting, and analytics tools to transform raw data into actionable insights. 
  The book delves into the practical aspects of data warehouse implementation, covering topics such as project management, technology selection, data extraction and transformation, and data loading. Readers will discover popular business intelligence tools and platforms, and learn how to build interactive dashboards and visualizations that facilitate data exploration and analysis. 
  Real-world case studies and examples from various industries illustrate the successful application of data warehousing and business intelligence in practice. The book also highlights the importance of data governance, compliance, and security, providing guidance on how to ensure data integrity and protect sensitive information. 
  Unlock the potential of your data. Empower your organization with data-driven intelligence. Get started with "Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence" today. 
   

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  Don’t Die Ugly - Live Beautifully

  Lynn Soles

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  Lynn Soles made her career about creating beauty – as an artist, art teacher, tattoo artist and owner of a “permanent beauty” clinic. Then her doctors told her she had cancer. She had to choose: Die soon and ugly from cancer or enter a long course of treatments that might allow her to regain the life she’d known.  
  This remarkable memoir and guidebook, written in the course of her first year of treatment, gives real-life guidance for best supporting others through long-term illnesses and surgeries. Practical tips describe:how a cancer friend is different from other friends; things to say (and things never to say!) to your friend in treatment; essential cancer self-care tips for the habitual Superwoman;specific ways to ask for and give help to a person exhausted by cancer treatments.  
  You’ll laugh with Lynn as she and her family adjust to the changes treatment causes. You’ll be amazed by her contractor husband’s commitment to support her–even applying her eyelashes to the sounds of crooner Dean Martin. You’ll sense her longing as family holiday traditions, client care schedules, and the most mundane of daily tasks are revised to accommodate her chemotherapy-induced exhaustion. You’ll marvel at the perseverance cancer treatment can teach and learn to respect the times when a patient needs to rest in the “cancer cocoon.”  
  Hollywood stars rely on beauty professionals like Lynn to keep them physically beautiful right to the day their body is viewed in its coffin. Lynn’s cancer journey will inspire you to reconsider whether your hope rests in the beautiful things of this world that will fade away, and to rethink what it means to leave a beautiful, eternal Christian legacy.

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