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  Developing to Scale - Technology...

  Heidi Morefield

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  The first critical book on “appropriate technology,” Developing to Scale shows how global health came to be understood as a problem to be solved with the right technical interventions. 
    
  In 1973, economist E. F. Schumacher published Small Is Beautiful, which introduced a mainstream audience to his theory of “appropriate technology”: the belief that international development projects in the Global South were most sustainable when they were small-scale, decentralized, and balanced between the traditional and the modern. His theory gained widespread appeal, as cuts to the foreign aid budget, the national interests of nations seeking greater independence, postcolonial activism, and the rise of the United States’ tech sector drove stakeholders across public and private institutions toward cheaper tools. In the ensuing decades, US foreign assistance shifted away from massive modernization projects, such as water treatment facilities, toward point-of-use technologies like village water pumps and oral rehydration salts. This transition toward the small scale had massive implications for the practice of global health. 
    
  Developing to Scale tells the history of appropriate technology in international health and development, relating the people, organizations, and events that shaped this consequential idea. Heidi Morefield examines how certain technologies have been defined as more or less “appropriate” for the Global South based on assumptions about gender, race, culture, and environment. Her study shows appropriate technology to be malleable, as different constituencies interpreted its ideas according to their own needs. She reveals how policymakers wielded this tool to both constrain aid to a scale that did not threaten Western interests and to scale the practice of global health through the development and distribution of technical interventions.

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  How To Think About AI - A Guide...

  Richard Susskind

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  In recent years, there has been massive public and professional interest in Artificial Intelligence. But people are confused about what AI is, what it can and cannot do, what is yet to come, and whether AI is good or bad for humanity and civilization—whether it will provide solutions to mankind's major challenges or become our gravest existential threat. There is also confusion about how we should regulate AI and where we should draw moral boundaries on its use. 
   
   
   
  In How To Think About AI, Richard Susskind draws on his experience of working on AI since the early 1980s. For Susskind, balancing the benefits and threats of artificial intelligence is the defining challenge of our age. He explores the history of AI and possible scenarios for its future. His views on AI are not always conventional. He positions ChatGPT and generative AI as no more than the latest chapter in the ongoing story of AI and claims we are still at the foothills of developments. He argues that to think responsibly about the impact of AI requires us to look well beyond today's technologies, suggesting that not-yet-invented technologies will have far greater impact on us in the 2030s than the tools we have today. This leads Susskind to discuss the possibility of conscious machines, magnificent new AI-enabled virtual worlds, and the impact of AI on the evolution of biological humans.

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  The Graphene Bridge - Unlocking...

  Kireet Kokala, Supantha Banerjee

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  The Graphene Bridge: AI, Quantum Computing, and the Future of Innovation Graphene is one of the most extraordinary materials ever discovered, with the potential to reshape industries, power next-generation Artificial Intelligence, and revolutionize quantum computing. Unlocking its full potential requires bridging the gaps between cutting-edge science, technological advancement, and real-world application. The Graphene Bridge explores the intersection of graphene, artificial intelligence, quantum cryptography, and atomic batteries, blending scientific exploration with thrilling storytelling. Through a mix of real-world advancements and speculative fiction, this book provides an in-depth look at how graphene’s unmatched conductivity, strength, and flexibility could drive breakthroughs in cybersecurity, energy storage, and computing. Ethical dilemmas, security concerns, and global power struggles will shape the adoption of these transformative technologies, and understanding them is critical for those who want to stay ahead of the curve. Written for technology enthusiasts, business leaders, and forward-thinkers, The Graphene Bridge is both an eye-opening introduction to graphene’s possibilities and a compelling exploration of the future it may create. Readers will gain valuable insights into the forces driving innovation, the risks that come with progress, and the profound impact these advancements will have on society.

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  AI Fundamentals - A Beginner's...

  Saimon Carrie

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  Embark on an enlightening journey into the realm of artificial intelligence with "AI Fundamentals: A Beginner's Guide to Artificial Intelligence with Python." Whether you're a curious newcomer or an aspiring developer, this comprehensive book is designed to demystify the intricate world of AI and provide a hands-on introduction to the power of Python in crafting intelligent systems. 
  "AI Fundamentals" is your gateway to understanding, applying, and embracing the transformative power of artificial intelligence. Let the coding adventure begin! 
   

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  Embedded Systems for Engineers...

  Sheikh Muhammad Ibraheem, Sadia...

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  Embedded Systems For Engineers and Students is a comprehensive textbook written to provide an in-depth understanding of the principles and practical applications of embedded systems 
  The book begins with an introduction to the basics of embedded systems, including the hardware and software components, design methodologies, and programming languages. It then delves into the different types of microcontrollers and processors commonly used in embedded systems, their architectures, and how to program them using high-level programming languages such as C and C++. The book also covers topics such as real-time operating systems, interrupts, and event-driven programming. It discusses the importance of software testing and debugging techniques and introduces students to different debugging tools and methods. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about embedded systems. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practical applications of embedded systems, making it an ideal textbook for students and a useful reference guide for practicing engineers. 
  Book Portions:Embedded Systems IntroductionMicrocontrollers and SensorsEmbedded ProgrammingEmbedded Systems Design

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  Space's Hidden Forces - How Dark...

  Dirk Fallon

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  For centuries, humans have gazed up at the night sky in awe, wondering what lies beyond the stars. With the invention of powerful telescopes, astronomers began mapping galaxies, studying their motion, and uncovering patterns in how they moved through space. But something strange started to appear in the data. Galaxies were spinning in ways that defied the known laws of gravity. Based on what could be seen—the stars, dust, and gas—the galaxies should have been flying apart. The visible mass simply wasn’t enough to account for the gravitational pull holding everything together. This marked the beginning of a great cosmic mystery. 
  In the 1930s, Swiss-American astronomer Fritz Zwicky made one of the first observations that hinted at this invisible force. He studied a cluster of galaxies and noticed that they were moving too fast to be held together by the visible matter alone. He proposed the existence of “dunkle Materie,” or dark matter—an unknown substance that made up the missing mass. At the time, his ideas were largely ignored or dismissed as speculative. But in the decades that followed, more evidence began to emerge, and dark matter slowly gained credibility within the scientific community. 
  Fast forward to the 1970s, astronomer Vera Rubin provided some of the most convincing evidence that dark matter was real. By analyzing the rotation curves of spiral galaxies, she showed that stars far from the center of galaxies were moving just as quickly as those near the core. According to Newtonian physics, the stars on the edges should move slower, as the gravitational pull should weaken with distance from the center. But that wasn’t happening. Something unseen was holding these stars in orbit, acting like a glue that bound the galaxies together. This unseen substance, which does not emit, absorb, or reflect light, became known as dark matter.

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