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  The Illusionist Brain - The...

  Jordi Cami, Luis M. Martinez

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  How do magicians make us see the impossible? The Illusionist Brain takes you on an unforgettable journey through the inner workings of the human mind, revealing how magicians achieve their spectacular and seemingly impossible effects by interfering with your cognitive processes. Along the way, this lively and informative book provides a guided tour of modern neuroscience, using magic as a lens for understanding the unconscious and automatic functioning of our brains. 
   
   
   
  We construct reality from the information stored in our memories and received through our senses, and our brains are remarkably adept at tricking us into believing that our experience is continuous. In fact, our minds create our perception of reality by elaborating meanings and continuities from incomplete information, and while this strategy carries clear benefits for survival, it comes with blind spots that magicians know how to exploit. Jordi Camí and Luis Martínez explore the many different ways illusionists manipulate our attention and take advantage of our individual predispositions and fragile memories. 
   
   
   
  The Illusionist Brain draws on the latest findings in neuroscience to explain how magic deceives us, surprises us, and amazes us, and demonstrates how illusionists skillfully "hack" our brains to alter how we perceive things and influence what we imagine.

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  Pollution - The Environmental...

  Marcus Klein

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  Pollution is a pervasive and urgent global issue that affects every corner of the planet, from the air we breathe to the water we drink and the land we depend on for survival. Over the past century, the rapid pace of industrialization, urbanization, and population growth has contributed significantly to environmental degradation. What was once seen as the price of progress has now become a formidable challenge that threatens the health of humans, animals, and ecosystems alike.  
    
  The scope of pollution is vast and multifaceted. It encompasses a wide range of pollutants, including chemicals, plastics, heavy metals, and greenhouse gases, which infiltrate the air, water, and soil. While air pollution from vehicle emissions and industrial activities poses immediate health risks, water pollution contaminates vital freshwater resources, threatening marine ecosystems and human livelihoods. Land pollution, driven by improper waste disposal and deforestation, further exacerbates the crisis by depleting soil fertility and destroying habitats. Together, these forms of pollution create a complex web of environmental and health hazards that demand immediate attention.  
    
  Human health is intricately tied to the environment, making pollution a direct and indirect cause of numerous diseases and conditions. Respiratory ailments, cardiovascular issues, and neurological disorders are increasingly linked to exposure to polluted air and toxic chemicals. Vulnerable populations, such as children and low-income communities, bear a disproportionate burden of these impacts, amplifying social inequalities. Beyond physical health, the psychological toll of living in a degraded environment adds another layer of complexity to the crisis. 

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  Hubble Space Telescope and James...

  Editors Charles River

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  By the time the Hubble telescope reached orbit, it was already the world’s most famous telescope, but it was also the most scorned. The telescope cost nearly $2 billion more to complete than anticipated, and to make matters worse, the first images it sent back were skewed. However, within about a year of fixing it, the telescope captured images of a major event in the solar system. In July 1994, the telescope provided a firsthand observation of a comet, Shoemaker-Levy 9, breaking apart and slamming into Jupiter. The comet broke into about two dozen pieces, some of them more than a mile wide, and hit the giant planet with the force of millions of atomic bombs.In addition to capturing the streaking comet breaking up and colliding with Jupiter, the telescope captured images of the impact marks that were left on Jupiter’s surface, helping astronomers study Jupiter’s atmosphere and debris left by major impacts. 
  The increase in excitement was palpable. Scientists had viewed much of the universe through Hubble, almost as it was when it was formed, but they learned that none of these galaxies were the first ones formed. Then ultimately realized that “Hubble wasn’t the right instrument to detect those first galaxies.” “The farther we can see in space, the farther we can see in time…and that’s not a metaphor. That’s actually literally true,” explained scientist Amber Straughn. The Webb Space Telescope represents “looking in a part of space that we’ve never seen before.” The telescope will be able to detect the earliest galaxies because of its unparalleled sensitivity. Another factor is the kind of light it will collect, “light that our eyes aren’t designed to see.”

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  Workforce 40 - How AI the Home...

  Gerard Szatvanyi

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  What’s coming next for today’s workforce, and the companies behind them? For those eager and willing to adapt, the possibilities are nearly endless, says author Gerard Szatvanyi. Recent advances in technology have led to new trends, and this global transformation holds tremendous potential. Nearly every industry will be impacted, and organizations that set the right vision could benefit from breaking into new markets and creating specialized niches. Organizations have the opportunity to utilize AI solutions to equip team members and uplevel their skills. Along the way, they’ll need to think through the purpose of the office. It will also become increasingly important to follow smart protocols when hiring virtually and to take care as they operate in new regions to ensure these places align with their values. 
   
  As AI moves into the lives of everyday workers, companies can be assured that the human touch will still be essential. Even as machine learning and automation reduce the need for intense labor, team members will be tasked with higher level responsibilities, including the job of supervising AI and making final decisions. Firms can expect to see benefits ranging from increased productivity, higher rates of worker satisfaction, improved efficiencies, and the potential to produce new revenue streams from specialized products and services. Having an open mind and a willingness to think differently could help organizations increase their chances to gain — and hold — a strong position in their respective industries. 
   
  With more than 20 years of experience in the tech industry, Szatvanyi has long been fascinated with digital solutions and their impact. As founder of OSF Digital, a global IT services company, he has worked with clients and brands around the world, consulting and directing digital initiatives to equip organizations with the tools they need to reach consumer expectations and demand. 

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  Between Ape and Human - An...

  Gregory Forth

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  While doing fieldwork on the remote Indonesian island of Flores, anthropologist Gregory Forth came across people talking about half-apelike, half-humanlike creatures that once lived in a cave on the slopes of a nearby volcano. Over the years he continued to record what locals had to say about these mystery hominoids while searching for ways to explain them as imaginary symbols of the wild or other cultural representations. 
   
   
   
  In Between Ape and Human, we follow Forth on the trail of this mystery hominoid, and the space they occupy in islanders' culture as both natural creatures and as supernatural beings. In a narrative filled with adventure, Lio culture and language, zoology and natural history, Forth comes to a startling and controversial conclusion. 
   
   
   
  Unique, important, and thought-provoking, this book will appeal to anyone interested in human evolution, the survival of species (including our own), and how humans might relate to 'not-quite-human' animals. A must-listen for all those interested in cryptozoology, it is the only firsthand investigation by a leading anthropologist into the possible survival of a primitive species of human into recent times—and its coexistence with modern humans.

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  Python in Depth - A Multipurpose...

  D Nathan Venture

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  Step Into the Future of Coding with Python: Your Comprehensive Guide Awaits 
   
  Dive into Python and become a versatile coder ready to face any digital challenge. "Python in Depth: A Multipurpose Coder and Programmer's Guide" goes beyond the basics, guiding you through Python's evolving landscape, from fundamentals to advanced applications. 
   
  Begin with an introduction to the Python community and understand why Python's simplicity and versatility make it a favorite among professionals. Learn to set up your environment, choose an IDE, and grasp Python’s syntax and structure for a smooth start. 
   
  As you advance, tackle intermediate and sophisticated topics essential for modern development—object-oriented programming, exception handling, and Python’s extensive libraries. Explore databases, web frameworks like Django and Flask, and tap into Python's potential in data science and machine learning. 
   
  This guide emphasizes readability, efficiency, and best practices. Discover how to optimize your code, follow the Python style guide, and handle collaborative development with ease. 
   
  By the end, you'll deeply understand Python's core concepts and apply them in real-world scenarios—from web development and data analysis to networking, security, and creative coding. Whether starting or expanding your knowledge, this guide is key to unlocking your potential in today's tech-driven world. 
   
  Embark on this transformative Python journey and prepare for limitless possibilities. It’s time to code, create, and innovate. Let's get started!

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