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  Geratology - Understanding Old...

  Mike Crawford

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  Geratology is the scientific study of aging, encompassing its biological, psychological, and social dimensions. While often confused with geriatrics, which focuses on medical care for older adults, geratology takes a broader approach, examining aging as a lifelong process that affects individuals and societies in complex ways. Understanding geratology is crucial as global life expectancy rises and aging populations reshape economic, healthcare, and social structures. 
  The origins of geratology trace back to early philosophical and medical inquiries into longevity. Ancient Greek and Roman scholars explored aging as a natural phenomenon, while modern scientific advancements have provided deeper insights into the mechanisms of aging. Over the past century, geratology has evolved into an interdisciplinary field, drawing from biology, psychology, sociology, and public health to analyze how people age and how societies can better support aging populations. 
  At its core, geratology investigates the biological changes that occur with age. These include cellular senescence, genetic factors, and the gradual decline of organ function. Research into longevity has uncovered key processes such as telomere shortening, oxidative stress, and the role of inflammation in age-related diseases. While aging is an inevitable process, scientific advancements continue to explore ways to slow its progression and improve quality of life in later years.

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  Ultimate Web API Development...

  Leonardo Lazzaro

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  Build a Secure Recommendation System from Scratch Using Django Rest Framework.
  Book Description
  Mastering API development is crucial for building modern, scalable software solutions. Ultimate Web API Development with Django REST Framework is your comprehensive guide to achieving that mastery. This book will teach you how to create robust, secure, and efficient APIs using Django REST Framework and Test-Driven Development (TDD).
  You’ll start by learning the essentials of building and testing APIs, followed by developing simple APIs with effective testing practices. The book then takes a deep dive into data science, helping you understand data models, processing, and handling asynchronous tasks for efficient data management. You’ll also learn techniques for securing and scaling APIs, ensuring your applications are prepared for real-world demands.
  As you progress, you'll master documenting, optimizing, and deploying APIs for production environments. By the end of the book, you'll be equipped to create scalable, high-performance APIs that power data-driven applications, making you a valuable asset in any tech team. With practical examples and expert insights, this book will help you become a top-tier API developer and build robust, scalable APIs that excel in today’s fast-paced tech landscape.
  Table of Contents
  1. Django REST and TDD Essentials
  2. Building and Testing Basic APIs
  3. Data Models and Processing in Data Science
  4. Asynchronous Tasks and Data Processing
  5. Securing and Scaling Data Science APIs
  6. Developing a Data Science Project
  7. Documenting and Optimizing Your API
  8. Deploying Your Data Science API
  9. Final Thoughts and Future Directions     
  
  Index

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  Second-Chance Horses - True...

  Callie Smith Grant

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  From miniature donkeys to enormous draft horses, from regal Arabian stallions to sassy Shetland ponies, horses and other equines bring us delight and comfort whenever we encounter them. Even more so, perhaps, when humans and horses are brought together through a rescue. Whether someone has started a rescue ranch on purpose or circumstances align to match up the right horse with the right person, stories of second chances warm our hearts and restore our hope. 
   
   
   
  This emotional and inspiring collection of true stories introduces you to a pony who helps a little girl get over her fear of riding, a donkey who discovers his purpose protecting vulnerable lambs, blind horses who teach their human about courage, and even a pony who somehow figures out how to drive a golf cart. By turns humorous and heartwarming, these delightful tales are the perfect companion for those times you long to slow down, take a load off, and enjoy the ride.

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  Music For Sleep - Anxiety &...

  NEOWAVES - Music For Sleep

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  This audiobook contains 22 proven tracks with Relaxing Atmospheric Sounds & Soothing Music to create a relaxing sleep environment (each lasting 20-70 minutes).**** VARIETY OF USES ****The unique tracks not only help with easy sleep by blocking out noise, but also great for concentration on study or work. Perfect for babies, kids and adults.***** WHAT YOU GET *****Sounds in the best audio quality, recorded with state-of-the-art equipment and best spatial atmosphere.***** HOW THIS PRODUCT CAN WORK FOR YOU *****For a restful night's sleep, there are several phases you go through. With each phase our sleep gets deeper, our body becomes more relaxed, and our brain wave patterns slow down. We experience our deepest sleep phase when our brain enters the delta wave state. Delta sleep is the phase in which the body regenerates and rebalances itself for the new day.Getting enough sleep is therefore essential for a healthy, productive life. This program has been proven to increase delta wave activity in your brain. The program has already helped many people to find regular, restful, and revitalizing sleep. Listen to one of the calming soundscapes whenever you want to go to sleep. NEOWAVES is a pioneer in the field of audio-acoustic research. Numerous companies, health professionals, meditation groups, and individuals swear by the NEOWAVES audio programs and their spectacular soundscapes that stimulate our brain waves and put them into a state of deep relaxation.

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  The Shocking Truth about Medical...

  Zoey Fraisers

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  Medical innovation has long been a driving force behind longer life expectancy, improved quality of life, and the eradication of once-deadly diseases. From antibiotics and vaccines to robotic surgery and gene editing, the rapid advancement of medical technology has saved countless lives. Yet, behind every breakthrough lies a complex web of ethical dilemmas, financial motivations, and unforeseen consequences. While many medical innovations deliver on their promise, others have caused more harm than good, raising critical questions about the true cost of progress.  
    
  History has shown that not all medical advancements are as beneficial as they seem at first glance. Some treatments that were once hailed as revolutionary later proved to be disastrous. For example, the introduction of thalidomide in the late 1950s as a treatment for morning sickness led to severe birth defects in thousands of newborns. Likewise, the opioid crisis, fueled by the aggressive marketing of painkillers as “safe and non-addictive,” has devastated millions of lives worldwide. These examples highlight the darker side of medical innovation—where rushed approvals, corporate interests, and inadequate regulation can turn hopeful breakthroughs into public health disasters.  
    
  At the heart of this issue is the tension between progress and safety. In the race to bring new treatments and technologies to market, are we sacrificing patient well-being in favor of speed and profit? The pharmaceutical industry, medical device manufacturers, and even hospitals often prioritize financial gain over patient outcomes. Meanwhile, regulatory agencies such as the FDA and the World Health Organization struggle to keep up with the sheer volume of new developments, sometimes failing to catch risks before they reach the public. 

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  Building Decentralized...

  Shri Raghu Thiyagharajan

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  The Definitive Guide to Mastering Ethereum-Powered Applications
  Book Description
  Blockchain technology is revolutionizing the digital world, offering transparency, security, and decentralization. This book, Building Decentralized Applications with Ethereum and Solidity, serves as a comprehensive guide to mastering blockchain development using Ethereum, the most widely adopted platform for decentralized applications (DApps). Designed for developers, blockchain enthusiasts, and professionals, it provides a clear understanding of blockchain concepts while equipping readers with practical skills to create secure and scalable smart contracts.
  The book begins with the fundamentals, introducing blockchain technology, cryptography, and the architecture of platforms including Bitcoin and Ethereum. It then delves into advanced topics, including Solidity programming, smart contract development, and tokenization standards such as ERC20 and ERC721. Readers will learn to develop, deploy, and test DApps while exploring critical areas such as security best practices, scalability solutions, and the future of blockchain technology.
  Table of Contents
  1. Introduction to Blockchain Technology
  2. Cryptography, Wallets, and Exchanges
  3. Consensus Mechanisms and the Blockchain Trilemma
  4. Bitcoin Architecture and Monetary Policy
  5. Getting Started with Ethereum
  6. Smart Contracts and Decentralized Applications (DApps)
  7. Solidity Programming Fundamentals
  8. Advanced Solidity and Smart Contract Development
  9. Tokenization and Token Standards
  10. Development Tools and Frameworks
  11. Security and Best Practices in Smart Contract Development
  12. Scaling Solutions and the Future of Ethereum
  13. Blockchain Applications Across Industries      
  
  Index

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