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  Cosmos Issue 99 - Ancient Insights

  The Royal Institution of Australia

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  From the nanoscale to the planetary, Issue 99 goes on an adventure across space and time:In the Top End, David Hancock documents ancient rock art as it’s renewed by a new generation of people on Country.From the shores of Botany Bay, Drew Rooke reports on the epic bird migrations turning avian science on its head.Ella Finkel documents a decade of brainwaves in neuroscience, a field already being revolutionised by AI.Plus zombies in real life, the science of fake meat, hope in the ocean and the Aussie mozzies defeating dengue at a global scale. 
  Dive in – a universe of science is waiting for you. 
  This is Issue 99 of Cosmos, a quarterly science print magazine. 
  Produced by The Royal Institution of Australia, Cosmos aims to inspire curiosity in 'The Science of Everything' and make the world of science accessible to everyone.

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  If Cancer is a Gift Can I Return...

  Agalia Baker, Dr. Sam Makhoul

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  "I'm sorry, it's cancer."
  Four words with the power to upend your entire existence and thrust you into an emotional whirlwind. As these words unravel, they unleash trauma, chaos, and threats to every facet of life – from health and body image to relationships, job, career, and future dreams. Thoughts swirl: What did I do so wrong to deserve this? How am I going to survive? Is my body going to be mutilated?
  Agalia Baker, a retired advanced practice nurse with over forty years of experience, found herself shockingly unprepared when diagnosed with breast cancer. Searching for solace from the emotional hell she endured and unable to find answers, she took it upon herself to write the book she desperately needed during that challenging time. The result is an irreverent blend of healthcare insights and a personal journey seen through her eyes.
  As Baker grapples with the emotional aftermath of her diagnosis, treatment, and failed reconstructive surgery, she unveils how the losses incurred due to breast cancer are intricately tied to the grieving process. Harnessing this information and understanding the body's natural defenses in response to threat is vital to withstanding the challenges facing someone in the midst of their own journey. This knowledge becomes a lifeline, empowering individuals to withstand the storm and make informed decisions during such a pivotal time.

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  Flint - a lithic love letter

  Joanne Bourne

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  'A very British love-letter to the beauty of flint' Daily Telegraph
  Joanne Bourne has been in awe of flint as long as she can remember.
  It was all around her where she grew up in Kent: used for garden walls, to edge drives and weight dustbin lids, as well as to build pubs, churches, Roman villas and castles. For centuries it was the only building stone available.
  It is also magical. Made from the remains of plankton and sea sponges, it is second only in hardness to a diamond and can be used to make fire. Part of human development for three million years, it was used as a weapon to hunt and in war, and hung as protection against thunderbolts and fairies.
  In a deeply personal love letter to this extraordinary 'biogenic' rock, Bourne traces its geological, architectural and social history and invites us to roam with her in search of it on her beloved North Downs.
  Fusing science, poetry, history and a profound love of landscape, this is her heartfelt, thoroughly persuasive tribute to the stone she calls 'an art project of the great divine'.

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  Agile Leadership - Empowering...

  William Adams

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.  
  "In the ever-evolving landscape of modern leadership, agility is the key to success. Explore the dynamic realm of 'Agile Leadership: Empowering Teams and Driving Innovation,' a groundbreaking guide by William Adams. This transformative book unveils the principles and practices of Agile leadership, offering a roadmap for leaders to adapt, empower teams, and foster a culture of continuous innovation. 
  Dive into compelling case studies and real-world examples that showcase the impact of Agile leadership on organizations of all sizes. William Adams provides actionable insights into harnessing the power of agility, enabling leaders to navigate complexities, respond to change, and drive innovation with unparalleled efficiency. 
  Discover the art of fostering collaboration, promoting adaptability, and cultivating a work environment that encourages individual and collective growth. Whether you're a seasoned executive or an emerging leader, this book equips you with the tools to revolutionize your approach, creating a resilient and forward-thinking organization. 
  As the business landscape continues to evolve, 'Agile Leadership' emerges as an indispensable guide for those seeking to lead with purpose, empower their teams, and cultivate a culture of sustained innovation. Unleash the potential of Agile leadership and propel your organization into a future of unparalleled success."

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  Mayo Clinic Guide to Organ...

  M.D. Bashar A. Aqel, Julie K....

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  The first–ever, comprehensive guide for organ transplant recipients, living donors, and caregivers from Mayo Clinic, a global leader in transplant surgery and research.  
  With decades of experience and over 30,000 life–saving organ transplants performed, Mayo Clinic has one of the largest and most successful transplant programs in the world. With the collective knowledge from expert physicians, surgeons, and researchers, Mayo Clinic Guide to Organ Transplant illuminates the science and the process of transplantation. From waiting for a donor match and preparing for surgery to recovery and life after transplant, this audiobook will help you successfully navigate this complex procedure. Whether you’re a patient, donor, or caregiver, you’ll learn what to expect at every stage of the transplant journey with Mayo Clinic expert guidance by your side. 

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  Bacteria in Daily Life

  Grace Coleridge Frankland

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  The author provides a fascinating look at the emerging science of bacteriology at the start of the twentieth century including early progress in understanding and preventing diseases such as tuberculosis and diphtheria. The book also includes chapters on the spread of disease through close contact with infected persons as well as from contaminated drinking water and milk.  Water purification methods as well as the stability of various disease-causing organisms to extremes of heat and cold is discussed.  The final chapter includes a very interesting discussion of the development of anti-venoms for the treatment of snake bite and related poisons.   (summary by J. M. Smallheer)  
  NY Times Book Review April 4, 1903:Mrs. Frankland's book is a popular presentation in lively style of what the ordinary unscientific person should know of bacteria as they immediately affect daily life. She has managed to invest her subject with astonishing interest and to produce a work that any sane man or woman can read without weariness.  Beginning with Latour's discovery of the fact that yeasty fermentation is due to minute vegetable growths, she traces rapidly the development of bacteriological knowledge through the age of Victoria.  As a matter of fact the announcement of Latour's discovery and the accession of Victoria to the throne came very close together in the same year.Following this historical disquisition is a presentation in successive chapters of these subjects: "What We Breathe," "Sunshine  and Life," "Bacteriology and Water," "Milk Dangers and Remedies," "Bacteria and Ice," and "Poisons and Their Prevention."  The most practical chapter for the householder is that on milk.  The most novel and interesting is perhaps that on poisons and their prevention.  This chapter deals largely with snake venom, and its revelations are marvelous.  Next in practical value to the chapter on milk is that on water.  It is satisfactory to find the author assuming that boiled water may be regarded as sterile.  Interesting and important also is the fact that an analysis of many natural mineral springs shows them to be nearly free from bacteria.  The resistence of bacteria to cold is one of the most striking things set forth in the book, and the destructive power of sunshine is another.

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