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  The Great Dead Body Teachers

  Jackie Dent

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  An adventure into the world of anatomy and dissection. 
  Since I was a child, I’ve been interested in dead bodies. When I was eight years old, I dug up the remains of my pet budgie Zazbut. He had been buried for about eight weeks in a patch of grass outside our house in Dasmarinas, a fortified village in Manila, in the Philippines. 
   
  ‘The first exhumation was the beginning of my intrigue with death, which has persisted. As a journalist, I’ve written about graveyards, funerals and death doulas. I always visit the local cemetery wherever I am in the world. But one thing that has largely been hidden from me in this death trip is the dead body. 
   
  Dissection might not be a normal topic to contemplate but when both your paternal grandparents donate their bodies to science it does intermittently cross your mind. 
   
  This is the story of how Jackie Dent’s grandparents - Ruby and Julie - gave their bodies to science when they died. No one in her family seems to know why, or what really happened with their bodies afterwards. Were they avid science buffs? Was it to save on cremation costs? How do scientists tackle the practicalities and ethics of cutting up the dead for research? And who are body donors generally? 
    
  Weaving the personal with the history of anatomy and the dissected, Jackie Dent explores the world of whole-body donation — all the while looking for answers as to what happened to her grandparents.

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  Pillars of Creation - Hold our Hand

  Mike Blake

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  Pillars of Creation:Is a poem based around the rekindling of interest in them from the the Hubble Space Telescope in 1995.The magnificent photograph from Hubb's which has been adapted for this poem on the front cover.The new 'scope James Webb Space Telescope, is now reaching through the vastness of space, to give new insights to the Cosmos.

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  Hypnosis for weight loss...

  Stuart Newman

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  Hypnosis for weight loss with DST Hypno and Stu Newman is an effective way to create a subconscious motivation to eat healthily.  
  Through hypnotherapy, you can re-program your mind so that you are more likely to make healthier food choices.  
  This process helps you break free from unhealthy habits, such as binge eating or emotional eating.  
  With the help of Stu Newman’s experienced guidance, he will guide your mind into a relaxed state in order for positive suggestions about healthy living and nutrition to be accepted by your subconscious mind.  
  In addition, this type of therapy also enables you to identify any underlying issues which may have been causing cravings for unhealthy foods in the first place; thus allowing them to be addressed and resolved effectively over time.  
  So if you're looking for an effective way of creating lasting change when it comes achieving long term weight loss goals then hypnosis is certainly worth considering!

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  Don't Upset ooMalume - A Guide...

  Hombakazi Mercy Nqandeka

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  'Eli linge libaluleke kakhulu kumzi ontsundu olahlekileyo. Xa sivuselela izinto zenkcubeko yethu esalahlekana nazo ngonoquku, mhla kwafika iintlanga zasemzini.' – Dr Loyiso Nqevu
  Returning to the family homestead in the Eastern Cape for the holidays, and worried that your city ways and less than perfect knowledge of Xhosa culture will get you a wagging finger in the face from ooMalume – the uncles?
  No need to fret. Don't Upset ooMalume! captures the essence of Xhosa heritage and culture, and explores different aspects of village life. It covers a range of topics, from major Xhosa life ceremonies and traditional clothing, to the significance of uronta (the rondavel) and ubuhlanti (the kraal). Not forgetting the importance of traditional food, the author describes popular dishes, edible forage and even medicinal plants.
  This book was born from writer and agriculturalist Hombakazki Mercy Nqandeka's concern that aspects of Xhosa heritage will be lost to future generations. By interweaving her guide to Xhosa culture with stories from her daily life at Mqele and Bulungula villages, and lessons taught to her by her mother and her late grandmothers, she hopes to help reconnect Xhosa people to their roots.
  Akukho nto imnandi ngathi kukungeqiwa ziindaba xa kuncokolwa ngesiXhosa esintsokothileyo nesineziqhulo. Bathi bezincokolela abantu abadala bexuba nakwintetho yokuhlonipha ube usiva yonke into abayithethayo. Oko kubonisa ukuzingca nokuzingomba isifuba ngolwimi lakho lesiXhosa.
  Le ncwadi yenzelwe abantu abasithandayo isiXhosa nabafuna ukufunda nzulu ngolwimi nenkcubeko yesiXhosa. Ungabadanisi ooMalume, lola isiXhosa sakho ngale ncwadi.

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  Electromagnetic Theory - A Study...

  Mark Hedges

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  Electromagnetic theory is a fundamental branch of physics that describes the interactions between electric and magnetic fields and how they give rise to electromagnetic waves. The theory provides the foundation for understanding a wide range of physical phenomena, including the behavior of light, radio waves, and other forms of electromagnetic radiation. Electromagnetic theory is essential not only in classical physics but also in modern technological applications, such as communication systems, medical imaging, and radar. 
  The development of electromagnetic theory is rooted in the pioneering work of James Clerk Maxwell, who formulated a set of equations known as Maxwell's equations in the 19th century. These equations describe how electric and magnetic fields are generated and altered by each other and by charges and currents. Maxwell's equations unify the concepts of electricity and magnetism into a single framework, revealing that light itself is an electromagnetic wave propagating through space. This groundbreaking discovery led to the realization that visible light, radio waves, microwaves, infrared radiation, ultraviolet light, X-rays, and gamma rays are all part of the electromagnetic spectrum, differing only in their frequency and wavelength.

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  Bioinformatics Guide - Unlocking...

  James Ferry

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  In "Bioinformatics Guide: Unlocking the Secrets of Life through Data Analysis and Computational Biology," embark on a journey into the heart of modern biological research. From unraveling the intricacies of the human genome to decoding the mysteries of microbial ecosystems, bioinformatics stands as the cornerstone of contemporary life sciences. 
  This comprehensive guide demystifies the world of bioinformatics, offering readers a roadmap to navigate the vast landscape of genomic data, molecular structures, and evolutionary patterns. Delve into the fundamentals of molecular biology, explore cutting-edge sequencing technologies, and learn essential computational techniques for analyzing biological data. 
  Discover how bioinformatics enables researchers to decipher the genetic basis of diseases, predict protein structures, and uncover evolutionary relationships among species. Gain insights into functional genomics, systems biology, and the burgeoning field of personalized medicine. 
  Through engaging explanations and practical examples, "Bioinformatics Guide" equips readers with the knowledge and skills to harness the power of bioinformatics in their own research endeavors. Whether you're a student, a scientist, or a healthcare professional, this book serves as an indispensable companion on your journey to unravel the secrets of life through data analysis and computational biology. 
   

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