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  Hearing Happiness - Deafness...

  Jaipreet Virdi

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  Weaving together lyrical history and personal memoir, Virdi powerfully examines society’s—and her own—perception of life as a deaf person in America. 
   
  At the age of four, Jaipreet Virdi’s world went silent. A severe case of meningitis left her alive but deaf, suddenly treated differently by everyone. Her deafness downplayed by society and doctors, she struggled to “pass” as hearing for most of her life. Countless cures, treatments, and technologies led to dead ends. Never quite deaf enough for the Deaf community or quite hearing enough for the “normal” majority, Virdi was stuck in aural limbo for years. It wasn’t until her thirties, exasperated by problems with new digital hearing aids, that she began to actively assert her deafness and reexamine society’s—and her own—perception of life as a deaf person in America. 
    
  Through lyrical history and personal memoir, Hearing Happiness raises pivotal questions about deafness in American society and the endless quest for a cure. Taking us from the 1860s up to the present, Virdi combs archives and museums in order to understand the long history of curious cures: ear trumpets, violet ray apparatuses, vibrating massagers, electrotherapy machines, airplane diving, bloodletting, skull hammering, and many more. Hundreds of procedures and products have promised grand miracles but always failed to deliver a universal cure—a harmful legacy that is still present in contemporary biomedicine. 
   
  Weaving Virdi’s own experiences together with her exploration into the fascinating history of deafness cures, Hearing Happiness is a powerful story that America needs to hear.

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  Archaeopteryx The: The History...

  Editors Charles River

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  The massively popular 1990 novel Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton and its subsequent movie adaptations led to a huge resurgence in interest in dinosaurs and the prehistoric world. That interest continues to the present day, even though most of the dinosaurs in Jurassic Park weren’t actually from the Jurassic period. Triceratops, Velociraptor, Tyrannosaurus Rex and the huge sauropods such as Brachiosaurus that feature in the book and movies all actually belong to the Late Cretaceous period, more than 40 million years after the end of the Jurassic. Regardless, certain kinds of dinosaurs remain instantly recognizable. 
  	The movie also popularized pterodactyls, and the concept of flying dinosaurs fascinates people. There is no doubt that Archaeopteryx, which lived over 150 million years ago, was one of the earliest birds or avialans (bird-like creatures), and when the first fossil of it was discovered, it was hailed as a potential missing link between dinosaurs and birds. The name Archaeopteryx comes from Greek, the word for “ancient” and the term for “wing” or “feather.” The creature is occasionally referenced by the German, “Urvogel,” which literally means “primeval bird.” From the known species of Archaeopteryx, the creature grew no longer than half a meter (20 inches), including its long, bony tail. Despite its bird-like appearance, scientists point out that the genus has far more in common with the dinosaurs of its day than with the thousands of bird species of our modern age. 
  	Over time, however, others would argue it was actually the missing link between birds and other reptiles. Meanwhile, the debate over whether it was the first avialan came and went, as it was discovered to not be the first.

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  Artificial intelligence for...

  Astrid Howe

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  Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become one of the most exciting and rapidly growing fields in technology, with applications ranging from self-driving cars to virtual personal assistants. However, for those who are new to the subject, the vast amount of information can be overwhelming. This book is designed to provide an accessible introduction to AI for beginners, breaking down complex concepts into easy-to-understand language. 
  In this book, you will learn:The basics of machine learning, including supervised and unsupervised learningThe fundamentals of neural networks and how they workThe concept of deep learning and how it is transforming various industriesThe different types of AI algorithms and their applicationsThe ethical considerations of AI and its impact on society 
  And Much More!... 
  Written in a clear and concise manner, Artificial Intelligence for Beginners is an excellent starting point for anyone who wants to learn more about this fascinating subject. 
  Whether you are a student, a professional, or simply curious about AI, this book will provide you with a solid foundation to build upon. 
  So why wait? Dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence today and see how it can transform the way we live and work. 
   

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  Starting your Sound Healing...

  Maurice Carroll

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  Have you ever wondered how the vibrations of sound could transform your mind, body, and spirit but it seems too mystical and impracticable? Starting Your Sound Healing Journey serves as an accessible introduction for anyone looking to explore sound healing for personal growth, relaxation, and inner harmony. This book guides readers through foundational techniques in sound healing, allowing them to cultivate mindfulness and experience the benefits of vibrational energy. It is ideal for newcomers to mindfulness meditation and is designed for those curious about sound healing and looking for gentle, hands-on guidance. Whether you're a beginner or simply looking to enrich your wellness routine, this guide helps you incorporate sound healing into everyday life. This book will help you learn the basics of sound healing, explore practical exercises, and dive into techniques that bring balance and clarity. You will also gain a practical understanding of how sound can reduce stress, anxiety and depression, improve focus, and enhance their overall well-being. By following the guidance in this book, you'll find new ways to calm your mind, center your thoughts, and create a more mindful life.

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  How the World Flows -...

  Albert Folch

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  How the World Flows acts like a microscope that pulls the listener into the barely noticeable, Lilliputian world of fluids at small scales—the microfluidic world—and answers the question "What is microfluidics?" in non-technical language.Microfluidics is the field of science that studies fluids constrained to spaces that are smaller than one millimeter wide, and by extension, the engineering field which builds devices that exploit the unique properties of fluids at these scales. Author Albert Folch explores this micro science which has inspired engineers to build devices such as engines, spray cans, ballpoint pens, inkjet and 3D printers, pregnancy and Covid tests, glucometers, asthma nebulizers, kidney dialysis machines, and DNA analyzers.This book also shows that many processes essential to life on Earth—such as the formation of raindrops, the rise of sap in plants, and the percolation of water through soil—are all microfluidic marvels. It examines how our cells breathe, feed, and fight diseases through small capillaries. Through engaging and digestible stories, Folch takes a lens to this tiny science and demonstrates how big a role microfluidics play in life as we know it.

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  Getting Your Brain and Body Back...

  MD Bradford C. Berk, Martha W....

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  Make the fullest possible recovery after neurological injury with this definitive guide 
   
   
   
  After an accident that left him permanently paralyzed over ten years ago, Dr. Bradford Berk made it his mission to help others recover from acute neurological injury (ANI). As the founder and director of the University of Rochester Neurorestoration Institute, he brings his abundant experience in working with patients and making his own ongoing recovery to Getting Your Brain and Body Back, the most up-to-date guide for survivors of spinal cord injury (SCI), stroke, and traumatic brain injury (TBI). 
   
   
   
  Each of these acute neurological injuries can result in similar physical and psychological challenges and require similar treatments, medications, and assistive devices. Getting Your Brain and Body Back offers comprehensive, reassuring guidance for your every concern: how to deal with grief and trauma in the aftermath of accident or injury—and build resilience as you find your way forward; what adaptive devices—for bathing, dining, mobility, and more—will help you enjoy life to the utmost; how to prevent and treat secondary health problems of every kind, such as heart, skin, and bladder troubles—sexual health included!; and therapeutic approaches from both Western and Eastern medicine to consider for maximum healing and pain relief.

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