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  Insulin - A Hundred-Year History

  Stuart Bradwel

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  In 1922, researchers made one of the most important medical breakthroughs of the century: insulin. Their discovery seemed miraculous. When it was given to diabetic patients on the brink of death, their condition rapidly improved. 
   
   
   
  However, this was no simple cure. Injections must be taken for life. Without them, symptoms quickly return, often with fatal results. But while a lifetime on insulin poses great challenges, it also offers opportunities. In this revelatory history, Stuart Bradwel looks back on one of medicine's most celebrated innovations. Setting professional narrative against subjective patient experience, he tells the story of a drug that has challenged many of the basic assumptions upon which medical practice is built, both inside and outside the clinic. 
   
   
   
  Nevertheless, Bradwel reminds us that the centenary of this apparent "wonder drug" should be no cause for celebration. Insulin often remains inaccessible to those who need it most: elusive prescriptions, uneven availability and sky-high prices result in rationing and desperate do-it-yourself research and development. In the face of bootstraps rhetoric and "Pharma Bro" capitalists, patients across the world are left to fend for themselves. There is a long way to go in the twenty-first century until insulin truly fulfills the extraordinary promises made by its discovery.

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  A Future So Bright - How...

  Kate O'Neill

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  We have been underselling the future. In fact, the future will be neither dystopia nor utopia (which is an actively harmful dichotomy) — it will be what we do the work to make it. And the best way to the brightest future is to focus on what we CAN do, and make sure we are working to get there. Between climate change, the impact on the future of work by intelligent automation, misinformation, and more, humanity faces several exponential changes and existential threats simultaneously. Yet there are reasons to lean into hope: emerging technology, for example, also brings with it tremendous power and offers the potential to solve human problems at scale. Achieving the best outcomes possible now is largely a matter of collective action and political will. The best way — indeed perhaps the only way — to confront the challenges we face and build a better tomorrow is to allow ourselves to envision the brightest future possible, while at the same time acknowledging the ways the future could go dark and working to prevent them from happening. Kate O'Neill, author of Tech Humanist and Pixels and Place, explores the ways we have already begun to solve human problems at scale, and makes the case for an approach that's both hopeful and strategic as our best chance at a truly bright future.

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  How to Grow on Threads in 2026

  Damon Kellsor

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  Threads isn't a fad anymore—it's where conversations, customers, and creators will be in 2026. If you're posting but not growing, or you're unsure what the algorithm actually rewards, How to Grow on Threads in 2026 gives you a clear, repeatable system. 
  Inside, you'll learn how to position your profile so the right people follow you, how to build a simple daily posting framework that mixes authority, engagement, and discovery content, and how to tap into trending conversations without sounding desperate. You'll see how to turn small bursts of engagement into long-term growth, how to repurpose content from Instagram/X without losing relevance, and how to convert Threads attention into email subscribers, leads, and sales. 
  This book is for creators, coaches, founders, and social media managers who want real, trackable growth—not vanity posts that go nowhere. It's practical, up-to-date, and built for the 2026 Threads feature set. 
  If you're ready to make Threads a serious growth channel this year, this book will show you how.

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  The Voyage of Sorcerer II - The...

  J. Craig Venter, David Ewing Duncan

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  Upon completing his historic work on the Human Genome Project, J. Craig Venter declared that he would sequence the genetic code of all life on earth. Thus began a fifteen-year quest to collect DNA from the world's oldest and most abundant form of life: microbes. Boarding the Sorcerer II, a 100-foot sailboat turned research vessel, Venter traveled over 65,000 miles around the globe to sample ocean water and the microscopic life within. 
   
   
   
  In The Voyage of Sorcerer II, Venter and science writer David Ewing Duncan tell the remarkable story of these expeditions and of the momentous discoveries that ensued—of plant-like bacteria that get their energy from the sun, proteins that metabolize vast amounts of hydrogen, and microbes whose genes shield them from ultraviolet light. The result was a massive library of millions of unknown genes, thousands of unseen protein families, and new lineages of bacteria that revealed the unimaginable complexity of life on earth. Yet despite this exquisite diversity, Venter encountered sobering reminders of how human activity is disturbing the delicate microbial ecosystem that nurtures life on earth. In the face of unprecedented climate change, Venter and Duncan show how we can harness the microbial genome to develop alternative sources of energy, food, and medicine that might ultimately avert our destruction.

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  App Architect: Navigating Mobile...

  Jonathan Parker

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  Your all-inclusive guide to learning the art and science of developing mobile apps is "App Architect: Navigating Mobile App Development: Crafting Innovative Solutions for the Digital Age." This book guides you through every crucial stage of creating an app, from conception to a successful launch and beyond, and is written for novice and seasoned developers. 
  Explore the newest trends, technologies, and best practices that propel innovation in this ever-evolving industry as you delve deeply into the contemporary mobile environment. Discover how to develop a thorough business plan, specify the goal of your app, and carry out efficient market research. Learn the fundamentals of design to create visually appealing interfaces and compelling user experiences. 
  This book demystifies the technical aspects of app development with clear explanations and practical examples, ensuring you gain hands-on experience. You'll learn about the pros and cons of different development methodologies and get to grips with the tools and frameworks that can streamline your work. We also cover comprehensive testing and quality assurance methods to ensure your app is reliable and user-friendly. 
  Develop post-launch and app store optimization methods to ensure a successful launch. Examine how to update your app to meet changing customer needs and scale it as it grows. 
  "App Architect" is not just a roadmap for navigating the digital era; it's a guide to becoming a creative force. Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to develop mobile applications that meet and exceed user expectations. Start your journey to becoming a proficient app architect today. 

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  Urban Land Markets - Dynamics...

  Lyric Vale

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  Urban land markets are crucial to the development and expansion of cities, influencing everything from economic activity to social interactions and environmental sustainability. These markets function as the mechanism through which land is bought, sold, and leased, determining how space within urban areas is utilized. Understanding urban land markets involves exploring how land use is shaped by the interplay of demand, supply, policies, and market dynamics. This chapter delves into the foundational concepts of urban land markets, their historical development, and their significance in modern urban planning. 
  The historical context of urban land markets is essential to understanding their current structure and function. In the early stages of urbanization, land was primarily a commodity for agriculture, with little concern for the complexities of modern urban needs. As cities began to grow during the industrial revolution, urban land markets evolved to accommodate increasing populations and the demand for residential, commercial, and industrial spaces. The shift from agricultural use to urban development created new challenges in managing land distribution and urban expansion. Over time, urban land markets have adapted to accommodate the changing needs of societies, from the rise of real estate development to the creation of zoning laws aimed at regulating land use. 
  Urban land markets play a significant role in shaping the growth of cities, impacting everything from infrastructure development to housing affordability. Land is a finite resource, and the decisions made within urban land markets can either promote or hinder the expansion of urban spaces. The dynamics of these markets are influenced by several factors, including population growth, economic conditions, government policies, and technological advancements.

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