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  Superhuman: The Future of Drugs...

  Michael Bess

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  The next wave of technological change will shape not just our gizmos and gadgets, but our own bodies and minds. Join award-winning historian Michael Bess to learn what to expect from the “Superhuman Revolution.”In the near future, developments in bioenhancement technologies will not only alter how we make a living, communicate, and interact with each other, but will offer direct and precise control over our own physical and mental states. People will be able to sculpt their own selfhood over time, reshaping their bodies, augmenting their cognition, micro-managing their emotions and moods, and reconfiguring their character and personality. In this captivating audio series from Michael Bess, author of Our Grandchildren, Redesigned: Life in the Bioengineered Society of the Near Future, you’ll explore the promise and peril of tinkering with human bodies and identities. In these 28 illuminating lectures, you’ll examine the challenges posed to human civilization by developments in pharmaceuticals, bioelectronics, and genetics. Using an interdisciplinary approach, you’ll tackle a series of provocative questions, including:To what extent can human personhood be modified before it begins to break down? What would be the likely social and cultural consequences if practices of human redesign were to be widely adopted?How much can we control the direction in which science, medicine, and technology are taking our civilization?This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

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  Machine Learning Unraveled -...

  Alex Murphy

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  It is a perceptive and thorough introduction to the challenging but intriguing fields of artificial intelligence, data science, and machine learning. This book, written with depth and clarity, is a vital tool for anyone trying to comprehend and use these revolutionary technologies. 
  The first part of the book establishes a solid foundation in machine learning principles. Essential concepts like algorithms, data pretreatment, and model evaluation are presented to readers; each is carefully described to guarantee that they understand the fundamentals. Because of the writers' systematic and approachable style, even individuals who are unfamiliar with the subject may understand complex subjects. 
  The focus on real-world applications in "Machine Learning Unraveled" is one of its best qualities. The book shows how machine learning and data science are used in practical situations with thorough case studies and examples from a variety of sectors. The writers successfully close the knowledge gap between theory and reality, whether they are talking about recommendation systems in retail, autonomous cars in transportation, or predictive analytics in healthcare. This practical approach not only improves understanding but also highlights the real-world advantages and effects of these technologies. 
  The important societal and ethical questions raised by AI and machine learning are also covered in the book. In a time when worries about algorithmic bias, data privacy, and job displacement are growing, the writers offer a fair and impartial analysis of the appropriate and responsible application of these technologies. They support placing ethical issues front and center in technical development so that innovations serve society as a whole. 
   

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  Dignity for Deeply Forgetful...

  Jade C. Angelica, Stephen G. Post

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  For caregivers of deeply forgetful people: a book that combines new ethics guidelines with an innovative program on how to communicate and connect with people with Alzheimer's. 
   
  How do we approach a "deeply forgetful" loved one so as to notice and affirm their continuing selfidentity? For three decades, Stephen G. Post has worked around the world encouraging caregivers to become more aware of—and find renewed hope in—surprising expressions of selfhood despite the challenges of cognitive decline. 
   
  In this book, Post offers new perspectives on the worth and dignity of people with Alzheimer's and related disorders despite the negative influence of "hypercognitive" values that place an ethically unacceptable emphasis on human dignity as based on linear rationality and strength of memory. This bias, Post argues, is responsible for the abusive exclusion of this population from our shared humanity.  
   
  With vignettes and narratives, he argues for a deeper dignity grounded in consciousness, emotional presence, creativity, interdependence, music, and a self that is not "gone" but "differently abled."  
   
  Post covers key practical topics such as: 
  • understanding the experience of dementia 
  • noticing subtle expressions of continuing selfhood, including "paradoxical lucidity" 
  • perspectives on ethical quandaries from diagnosis to terminal care and everything in between, as gleaned from the voices of caregivers 
  • how to communicate optimally and use language effectively 
  • the value of art, poetry, symbols, personalized music, and nature in revealing self-identity 
  • the value of trained "dementia companion" dogs 
   
  At a time when medical advances to cure these conditions are still out of reach and the most recent drugs have shown limited effectiveness, Post argues that focusing discussion and resources on the relational dignity of these individuals and the respite needs of their caregivers is vital. Grounding ethics  
  on the equal worth of all conscious human beings, he provides a cautionary perspective on preemptive assisted suicide based on cases that he has witnessed. He affirms vulnerability and interdependence as the core of the human condition and celebrates caregivers as advocates seeking social and economic  
  justice in an American system where they and their loved ones receive only leftover scraps. Racially inclusive and grounded in diversity, Dignity for Deeply Forgetful People also includes a workshop appendix focused on communication and connection, "A Caregiver Resilience Program," by Rev. Dr. Jade C. Angelica.

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  Change your life with...

  Stuart Newman

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  Are you looking to make a positive change in your life?  
  Look no further than DST Hypno with Stu Newman!  
  Affirmations are powerful tools that can help boost your self-esteem and positivity.  
  With affirmations, you can learn how to think more positively about yourself and take control of the way you feel.  
  Through guided hypnosis sessions offered by Stu Newman, you will be able to reprogram your subconscious mind for success in all areas of life - from relationships and career goals to health and wellness.  
  Don't wait any longer - start changing your life today with DST Hypno's affirmations!

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  Earthly Order - How Natural Laws...

  Saleem H. Ali

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  The Covid-19 pandemic has brought forth global anxiety about linkages between the environment and society at a fundamental structural level. Earthly Order: How Natural Laws Define Human Life provides an accessible exposition of the latest foundational knowledge on how natural and social systems science can inform planetary crises. Humanity has either tried to conquer or capitulate to natural order, whereas we should be seeking to understand latent structures and patterns that permeate all systems and develop an "earthly order," that is socially functional and sustainable. 
   
   
   
  Current debates in politics often present what should constitute a "world order" while scientists have wrestled with what are fundamental conditions of "natural order." Author Saleem H. Ali provides a synthesis of these debates with practical guidance for the public with a host of current examples around environmental decision-making by consumers, the government, and industry.

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  Fog Computing - Extending Cloud...

  May Sherry

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  In an era where data-driven decisions and real-time processing are paramount, fog computing emerges as a transformative force, bridging the gap between the cloud and edge computing. Fog Computing: Extending Cloud Capabilities to the Edge offers a comprehensive exploration of this pivotal technology, designed for both newcomers and seasoned professionals in the field. 
  This book delves into the essence of fog computing, elucidating its fundamental concepts, architecture, and key components. It provides a clear comparison with cloud and edge computing, highlighting how fog computing enhances data processing, reduces latency, and optimizes resource management by bringing computation closer to where data is generated. 
  With its clear explanations, practical examples, and forward-looking perspectives, Fog Computing: Extending Cloud Capabilities to the Edge serves as an invaluable resource for IT professionals, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding and leveraging the power of fog computing to enhance digital infrastructure and applications. 
   

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