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  Birding Under the Influence -...

  Dorian Anderson

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  At a personal and professional crossroads, a man resets his life and finds sobriety, love, and 618 bird species, cycling his way to a very Big Year. In Birding Under the Influence, Dorian Anderson, a neuroscience researcher on a pressure-filled life trajectory, walks away from the world of elite institutions, research labs, and academic publishing. In doing so, he falls in love and discovers he has freed himself to embrace his lifelong passion for birding. A North American Big Year—a continent-spanning adventure in which a birder attempts to see as many species as possible in twelve months—is a massive undertaking under any circumstances. But doing it on a bike while maintaining sobriety? That’s next level. As Dorian pedals across the country, describing the birds he sees, he confronts the challenges of long-distance cycling: treacherous weather, punctured tires, speeding cars, and injury. He encounters eccentric characters, blistering blacktop, dreary hotel rooms, snarling dogs, and an endless sea of smoking tailpipes. He also confronts his past struggles with alcohol, drugs, and risky behaviors that began in high school and followed him into adulthood. Birding Under the Influence is a candid, honest look at Dorian’s double life of academic accomplishment and addiction. While his journey to recovery is simultaneously poignant and inspiring, it is ultimately his love of birds and nature that provides the scaffolding to build a new and radically different life.

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  Making Sense of Cancer - From...

  Jarle Breivik

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  Embark on a captivating journey that will fundamentally change how you see cancer—and perhaps life itself. Cancer is more than a disease. It is an integral part of who we are—complex biological and cultural beings with a limited life span. You will be surprised, challenged, and even amused by this eloquent synthesis of knowledge. Firmly rooted in science and the principles of evolution, this book is a must-read if you aim to understand cancer. 
  Jarle Breivik (MD, PhD, EdD) is a professor of medicine at the University of Oslo and a former Fulbright Scholar with a doctorate in education from the University of Pennsylvania. He is internationally recognized for his research on the evolutionary dynamics of cancer. His thought-provoking analyses represented in The New York Times, Scientific American, PNAS, EMBO Reports, and Wired Magazine, and have stimulated a profound debate about cancer, research, and biotechnology. In this book, Dr. Breivik brings it all together in a captivating story about humanity. 
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  “This remarkable book is not simply about cancer. It is a beautiful story about what it means to be human. It took me places I had never thought of and ended on a cliff hanger about the future of our civilization. I eagerly await the follow-up.” 
  —RICHARD SMITH, former Editor-in-Chief, The BMJ (British Medical Journal) 
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  “This book grabbed me like a thriller! As a cancer patient, I have asked many questions. My father also had bladder cancer, and my brother died of leukemia. This book helped me understand and accept.” 
  —ELIN SCHIVE, cancer survivor 
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  “With his panoramic view of cancer, Breivik’s brilliant writing and thought-provoking reflections will captivate both laypeople and researchers. A must-read that skillfully connects the life sciences in an illuminating manner.” 
  —MANUEL PERUCHO, professor em., Sanford Burnham Prebys, and Institute of Predictive and Personalized Medicine of Cancer.

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  AI Development for the Modern...

  Rachael Adams

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  Anyone keen to comprehend and interact with the transformational potential of artificial intelligence will find "AI Development for the Modern World: Crafting Solutions for the Modern Era: Mastering the Art of Artificial Intelligence Innovation" to be an extensive guide. This book is a valuable resource for professionals, scholars, and amateurs alike since it explores the historical development, practical application, and ethical aspects surrounding artificial intelligence. 
  The book offers a solid basis for comprehending how AI has progressed from theoretical notions to real-world applications that are changing businesses and society, starting with the field's beginnings and significant turning points. The present state of AI and its importance across industries will become more apparent to readers. 
  The book's primary focus is on the practical applications of AI development. It covers every stage of the AI solution lifecycle, from data collection to model training to optimization and deployment. Detailed discussions on tools, methods, and techniques provide readers with the necessary knowledge to create innovative and successful AI systems, making them feel prepared and ready to implement AI solutions. 
  The book places a strong emphasis on governance and ethical issues, underlining the importance of responsible AI development. It ensures that readers are well-versed in creating ethical AI solutions by addressing concerns of bias, transparency, and regulation, making them feel responsible and aware of the potential risks of AI. 
  The book examines new developments and trends to help readers keep ahead of the curve in the rapidly developing field of artificial intelligence. "AI Development for the Modern World" is the definitive manual for grasping AI creativity and creating functional modern-day solutions.

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  Why Geese Don't Get Obese (and...

  Eric P. Widmaier

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  Imagine being able to consume 250,000 calories daily without gaining weight. 
  If you had the metabolism of a shrew you could. And while most of us can't hold our breath for more than a few minutes, the Weddell seal can remain under water for a full 75 minutes! 
  Through many amazing examples, Why Geese Don't Get Obese discusses the mechanisms humans and other creatures have evolved to gauge their need for food; gather water and oxygen; circulate blood; regulate body temperature; respond to stressful situations; and maintain other survival needs. 
  Peppy prose and just the right amount of detail make this audio-book a delight and a fitting ode to the remarkable resilience of nature!

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  UX Writing Essentials - A Simple...

  Atila Velo

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  A comprehensive guide to UX Writing that bridges foundational concepts with advanced insights, suitable for all backgrounds. This audiobook covers microcopy, brand voice, user journeys, research, and the evolving roles of ContentOps and AI. Designed for clarity and depth, it equips readers to navigate challenges, avoid pitfalls, and elevate digital communication across diverse contexts.

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  A Traveler's Guide to the Stars

  Les Johnson

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  With known exoplanets now numbering in the thousands and initiatives like 100 Year Starship and Breakthrough Starshot advancing the idea of interstellar travel, the age-old dream of venturing forth into the cosmos and perhaps even colonizing distant worlds may one day become a reality. A Traveler's Guide to the Stars reveals how. 
   
   
   
  Les Johnson takes you on a thrilling tour of the physics and technologies that may enable us to reach the stars. He discusses the latest exoplanet discoveries, promising interstellar missions on the not-so-distant horizon, and exciting new developments in space propulsion, power, robotics, communications, and more. But interstellar travel will not be easy, and it is not for the faint of heart. Johnson describes the harsh and forbidding expanse of space that awaits us, and he addresses the daunting challenges—both human and technological—that we will need to overcome in order to realize tomorrow's possibilities. 
   
  A Traveler's Guide to the Stars is your passport to the next great frontier of human discovery, providing a rare inside look at the remarkable breakthroughs in science and technology that will help tomorrow's space travelers chart a course for the stars.

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