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  The Genetic Lottery - Why DNA...

  Kathryn Paige Harden

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  This audiobook narrated by Katherine Fenton makes a provocative and timely case for how the science of genetics can help create a more just and equal society
  
  In recent years, scientists like Kathryn Paige Harden have shown that DNA makes us different, in our personalities and in our health—and in ways that matter for educational and economic success in our current society.
  
  In The Genetic Lottery, Harden introduces readers to the latest genetic science, dismantling dangerous ideas about racial superiority and challenging us to grapple with what equality really means in a world where people are born different. Weaving together personal stories with scientific evidence, Harden shows why our refusal to recognize the power of DNA perpetuates the myth of meritocracy, and argues that we must acknowledge the role of genetic luck if we are ever to create a fair society.
  
  Reclaiming genetic science from the legacy of eugenics, this groundbreaking book offers a bold new vision of society where everyone thrives, regardless of how one fares in the genetic lottery.

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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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  Leveling Up - The Role of AI in...

  Chuck Sherman

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  In the ever-evolving landscape of entertainment, a new chapter is being written—one where pixels and algorithms converge to create a realm of unimaginable possibilities. Book takes you on an exhilarating journey into this uncharted territory, where artificial intelligence and gaming fuse to rewrite the rules and redefine the very essence of interactive experiences. 
  Step into a world where the once-static characters become living, breathing entities—thanks to the magic of AI. Discover the secrets behind the intricate dance between players and non-player characters, as AI-driven narratives adapt and evolve in response to every decision made. Dive into the heart of the virtual universe, where landscapes are crafted by algorithms and quests are born from lines of code, painting a canvas of boundless creativity. 
  Competitive arenas come alive with AI companions and foes, challenging the limits of human skill and offering entirely new dimensions to e-sports and multiplayer dynamics. Explore a future where every game is as unique as its player, as AI tailors experiences to personal tastes and preferences, unlocking a realm of endless discovery and engagement. 
  Through the pages of this book witness the evolution of graphics and visuals as AI-generated artistry astonishes the eye and breathes life into even the most intricate details. Delve into the technical marvels driving this revolution, from the silicon synapses of AI hardware to the beating heart of game engines, uncovering the unprecedented power and potential they bring to the medium. 
  In the epilogue, as the credits roll on this captivating exploration, you'll peer beyond the horizon, catching glimpses of AI's forthcoming influence on augmented and virtual realities, as well as the empowerment of players to craft their own AI-driven narratives. 
   

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  When Animals Rescue - Amazing...

  Belinda Recio

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  What do stories about humpback whales protecting a biologist from a shark, a pride of lions rescuing a girl from kidnappers, gorillas working together to dismantle poacher snares, a parrot warding off an attacker in a park, a chimpanzee consoling a human, and an elephant trying to rescue a baby rhino tell us about animal nature? And what might they suggest about our very own human nature?  
    
  Until just a few decades ago, there were only a few animals reported to behave empathetically and altruistically. More recently, the list of species who have been observed behaving in compassionate, helpful, and caring ways has grown exponentially, ranging from rats to elephants. 
    
  Rescued by a Whale presents dozens of astonishing and heart-warming stories about animals, such as chickens, horses, dolphins, and wolves, who engage in acts of helpful kindness. During a time in history when studies show that human empathy is decreasing, our knowledge about animal empathy is increasing. These true tales of heroism, kindness, and compassion suggest that we have far more in common with other animals than we once believed and provocatively suggest that what’s best about our human natures just might be our animal natures.

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  Teach the Geek to Speak

  Neil Thompson

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  While speaking in public may be a challenge that you have worked hard to avoid, as a STEM professional, one of the fastest ways for you to excel in your field is to become adept at public speaking. In the straight-forward manner that most scientists appreciate, Neil Thompson's Teach the Geek to Speak outlines his proven process for helping you to shift your mindset about speaking in public. Neil even teaches you how to prepare, present, and assess your presentations from beginning to end. An engineer himself, Neil's witty stories will make you laugh and his easy-to-implement strategies for how he overcame his fear of speaking and evolved from a nervous wreck of a presenter into an international speaker at professional conferences around the world will have you on the path to sure success too.

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  Introduction to Blockchain...

  Introbooks Team

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  Cryptography is a direct link to the blockchain world. A blockchain is resistant to modification of the data and it is an open distributed ledger that can record transactions between two parties efficiently and in a verifiable and permanent way. If simply understood it is a growing list of records called blocks. And each block is a cryptographic hash of the previous block, a timestamp and transaction data. Blockchain was invented by a group of people called Satoshi Nakamoto in 2008 to serve as a public transaction of cryptocurrency bitcoin. The identity of that group called Satoshi Nakamoto is still unknown. The invention of blockchain in reference to bitcoin made it the first currency or digital currency to solve the double spending problem without a need of a trusted authority of central server. Blockchain is also considered as a payment rail. There is no security in this chain, so some time computer world marketing also called it snake oil.

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