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  Why Whales Sing

  Eduardo Mercado III

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  With breathtaking complexity and haunting beauty, the songs of whales have long fascinated scientists. Whales are the only mammals that can sing continuously for ten hours or more, changing the unique songs they sing every year. In Why Whales Sing, bioacoustician and cognitive scientist Eduardo Mercado transforms our understanding of these enigmatic sounds and proposes a groundbreaking theory that challenges decades of established science. 
   
  Fifty years of field research have led most scientists to conclude that humpback whales sing for the same reason that birds do: to advertise their sexual fitness. But if whale songs are nothing more than tools of attraction, why do whales sing even when they're alone? In light of modern advances in neuroscience and ocean acoustics, Mercado reaches the surprising conclusion that whales may not actually be "singing," but rather engaging in an activity more commonly associated with dolphins and bats—echolocating—which enables them to see their world with sound.  
   
  Sophisticated, long-range sonar can enable whales to perceive their vast underwater worlds in unimaginable ways. From the military origins of whale song recordings to the persistent mysteries of cetacean communication, this book displays the wonder of whales and reshapes how we view their intelligence, behavior, and acoustic mastery.

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  Neural Networks for Beginners -...

  Steve Abrams

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  Neural Networks for Beginners: A Journey Through the Brain of AI is the essential guide for anyone looking to understand the complex world of neural networks and artificial intelligence from the ground up. Tailored specifically for beginners, this book simplifies sophisticated concepts and technical jargon into clear, comprehensible language, accompanied by practical examples and hands-on projects. 
  Starting with a foundational overview of artificial intelligence and machine learning, the book delves into the architecture of neural networks, explaining the roles of neurons, layers, activation functions, and key methodologies like backpropagation and gradient descent. Each concept is broken down meticulously, ensuring readers not only learn what these terms mean but also how they fit into the larger picture of AI development. 
  As readers progress, they are guided through more advanced topics such as convolutional neural networks (CNNs) for image processing, recurrent neural networks (RNNs) for sequential data, and even cutting-edge fields like unsupervised learning and reinforcement learning. Each chapter is designed to build upon the knowledge gained in the previous ones, gradually increasing in complexity and culminating in a comprehensive understanding of the subject. 
  Neural Networks for Beginners: A Journey Through the Brain of AI offers a thorough and engaging introduction to a field that is shaping the future. Get ready to embark on a journey of learning and discovery that will empower you with the knowledge to participate in the AI revolution. 
   

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  Opioid Drug and Alcohol Abuse

  Miranda M Hill Jones Pharm D J D

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  This manuscript is about educating parents and youth on the safe and proper use of medications to avoid the potential dangers of prescription and substance drug abuse and misuse. The author was inspired to write this book in an effort to help parents and teenage youth, particularly adolescents (12 to 17 year-olds) about the dangers of abusing opioid prescription drugs, substances, and alcohol. In this book the reader will learn to define and describe patterns of prescription (opioid) drug and alcohol abuse while identifying the commonly abused prescription drugs and reasons for abuse in a solution focused approach to educating, preventing and treating prescription ( opioid) drug, alcohol, and other substances use disorders. The author addresses America's struggles with the epidemic of drug substance and alcohol addiction, and how important it is for families to be able to break the feeling of isolation, by connecting with community resources, and by having access to drug education, information, and services that promote health and wellness. The author, believes in assessing the "root cause" of substance use, pain and other underline health issues in order to develop an appropriate plan of action to problem solve the health or pain issues. She also believes in collaboratively referring patients and clients to pain specialists, psychotherapists or detox centers for evaluation. Dr. Miranda believes that as a society we must have understanding and patience. Thus, this book is a valuable resource for relatives, friends, or neighbors of youth who are or were addicts to drug or substances, as well as those who have died from drug or substance abuse. This is an excellent read for those who want to be a help for hope and healing! Dr. Miranda M. Hill Jones is a community pharmacist and Drug Information Director of Metro Drug Information Services, Inc. in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

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  Understanding Behaviorism -...

  William M. Baum

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  A mainstay in my undergraduate learning course, Understanding Behaviorism is an excellent text covering the core concepts of both the philosophy of behaviorism and the science of behavior analysis. Dr. Baum provides a clear, accessible introduction that anyone interested in behavior analysis or psychology should read. ― Matthew Bell, Ph.D., Associate Professor, University of California San Diego 
   
  Understanding Behaviorism: Behavior, Culture, and Evolution is a classic textbook that explains the basis of behavior analysis and its application to human problems in a scholarly but accessible manner. Now in its third edition, the text has been substantially updated to include the latest developments over the last decade in behaviour analysis, evolutionary theory, and cultural evolution theory. Written by one of today’s best-known and most highly respected behaviorists, William M. Baum, this is the only book available that explains behavior analysis and applies it to philosophical and practical problems. Baum expertly explores ancient concepts such as purpose, language, knowledge, and thought, as well as applying behavioural thinking to contemporary social issues like freedom, democracy, and culture. This updated third edition is part of the new evolutionary perspective for understanding individual behavior in general and culture in particular – culminates with practical approaches to improving the lives of all humanity. 
   
  This audiobook is masterfully read by Brian Arens, and was produced and published by Echo Point Books & Media, an independent bookseller in Brattleboro, Vermont. Audio engineering by Blake Rook.

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  Anthropocene - A Very Short...

  Erle C. Ellis

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  The proposal that the impact of humanity on the planet has left a distinct footprint, even on the scale of geological time, has recently gained much ground. Global climate change, shifting global cycles of the weather, widespread pollution, radioactive fallout, plastic accumulation, species invasions, the mass extinction of species—these are just some of the many indicators that we will leave a lasting record in rock, the scientific basis for recognizing new time intervals in Earth's history. The Anthropocene, as the proposed new epoch has been named, is regularly in the news. 
   
   
   
  Even with such robust evidence, the proposal to formally recognize our current time as the Anthropocene remains controversial both inside and outside the scholarly world. Instead, the Anthropocene has emerged as a powerful new narrative, a concept through which age-old questions about the meaning of nature and even the nature of humanity are being revisited and radically revised. 
   
   
   
  This Very Short Introduction explains the science behind the Anthropocene and the many proposals about when to mark its beginning: the nuclear tests of the 1950s? The beginnings of agriculture? The origins of humans as a species? The Anthropocene remains a work in progress. Is 
  this the story of an unprecedented planetary disaster? Or of newfound wisdom and redemption?

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  Big Data for Beginners - An...

  Brian Murray

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  In today's data-driven world, the ability to collect, manage, and analyze large amounts of data is essential for businesses and individuals alike. But with so much information available, it can be overwhelming to know where to begin. "Big Data for Beginners" is the perfect guide for anyone who wants to gain a solid understanding of the concepts and tools used for managing and analyzing large data sets. 
  This book provides an introduction to the world of big data, exploring topics such as data mining, data warehousing, and data visualization. It covers the essential tools and technologies used for managing and processing big data, including Hadoop, Spark, and NoSQL databases. 
  In addition to technical knowledge, "Big Data for Beginners" also emphasizes the importance of data ethics and privacy. The book covers best practices for data governance, security, and compliance, helping readers navigate the complex legal and ethical landscape of big data. 
  Whether you're a business owner looking to leverage big data for competitive advantage, a data analyst seeking to expand your skills, or simply someone who wants to understand the world of big data, "Big Data for Beginners" is an essential resource. With clear explanations, real-world examples, and practical tips, this book provides everything you need to get started with big data. 
   

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