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L'Économie des armes

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Quelle est l'importance des dépenses militaires mondiales ? Comment évaluer les budgets des armées et les coûts des armes ? Quel rôle jouent les dépenses militaires dans les économies nationales, à l'Ouest, à l'Est et au Sud ? Qu'est-ce qu'un complexe militaro-industriel ? L'économie sert-elle à faire la guerre ? La crise mondiale peut-elle déboucher sur une guerre ? Le désarmement peut-il être un instrument de développement ?

Bioenergy Engineering (Enhanced Edition)

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Bioenergy Engineering: Fundamentals, Methods, Modelling, and Applications presents the fundamental principles, recent developments, innovative state-of the-art technologies, challenges, solutions and future perspectives on the production of biofuels and bioenergy. Balancing the scientific and engineering aspects of biofuels production, the book guides readers through the chemical kinetics, modeling, thermodynamics, unit operations and technological advancements in fuel processing from conventional and alternative resources. Each chapter of the book starts with the fundamentals and goes on to assess the latest technologies for the production of renewable fuels on topics.Sections cover biomass utilization, biomass-to-liquid conversion technologies (pyrolysis, liquefaction, solid-state fermentation and submerged fermentation), biomass-to-gas conversion technologies (thermochemical gasification, subcritical and supercritical water gasification, and methanation), gas-to-liquid conversion technologies (Fischer-Tropsch synthesis), carbonization, transesterification, organic transformation, carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom coupling reactions, oxidation, reforming, hydrotreating technologies (hydrogenation, hydrodesulfurization, hydrodenitrogenation, hydro dearomatization and hydro demetalization), nanocatalysis and biocatalysis (enzymatic hydrolysis), and much more. Analyzes emerging technologies for the sustainable conversion of various waste and non-waste materials into bioenergy and biofuels Examines a wide range of feedstocks and conversion pathways for liquid and gaseous biofuels Offers practical guidance and data on how to conduct lifecycle assessment, techno-economic analysis, and utilize GIS modeling for a range production pathways

Soul Made Flesh

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In this unprecedented history of a scientific revolution, award-winning author and journalist Carl Zimmer tells the definitive story of the dawn of the age of the brain and modern consciousness. Told here for the first time, the dramatic tale of how the secrets of the brain were discovered in seventeenth-century England unfolds against a turbulent backdrop of civil war, the Great Fire of London, and plague. At the beginning of that chaotic century, no one knew how the brain worked or even what it looked like intact. But by the century's close, even the most common conceptions and dominant philosophies had been completely overturned, supplanted by a radical new vision of man, God, and the universe. Presiding over the rise of this new scientific paradigm was the founder of modern neurology, Thomas Willis, a fascinating, sympathetic, even heroic figure at the center of an extraordinary group of scientists and philosophers known as the Oxford circle. Chronicled here in vivid detail are their groundbreaking revelations and the often gory experiments that first enshrined the brain as the physical seat of intelligence -- and the seat of the human soul. Soul Made Flesh conveys a contagious appreciation for the brain, its structure, and its many marvelous functions, and the implications for human identity, mind, and morality.

Micro- and Nanoscale Technologies in Drug Delivery

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This new book covers recent advancements in the development of controlled drug delivery systems, offering novel perspectives, therapeutics, and strategies for the development of drug delivery, keeping the drug molecule as the central component. The book discusses current theoretical and practical aspects of drug delivery for the discovery and development of novel therapeutics for health problems. Explaining the necessary features essential for pharmacological activity, the volume takes an interdisciplinary approach by including a unique combination of pharmacy, chemistry, and medicine along with clinical aspects. It covers several important drug delivery systems and their chemical structures and pharmacological properties against various human diseases. Topics include the functionalized peptide-based nanoformulations, drug-delivery systems using hydrogel nanocomposite systems, protein-based nanocarriers, aqueous electrolyte solutions in clinical and pharmaceutical research, and more.

Advanced Applications of Computational Mathematics

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This book “Advanced Applications of Computational Mathematics” covers multidisciplinary studies containing advanced research in the field of computational and applied mathematics. The book includes research methodology, techniques, applications, and algorithms. The book will be very useful to advanced students, researchers and practitioners who are involved in the areas of computational and applied mathematics and engineering.

Nanotechnology in Wound Healing

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This book comprehensively reviews the role of engineered nanomaterials in wound healing. It presents green synthesized nanomaterials for wound healing and cell growth stimulation and explores the advanced application of nanocellulose. The book highlights innovative approaches like smart 3D printed hydrogels and drug-loaded nanomaterials, as well as natural bioactive compounds encapsulated within nanomaterials. It also covers advancements in nanomaterial-based drug delivery systems and the integration of artificial intelligence in wound healing. Further chapters discuss the role of the immune system and the extracellular matrix in wound healing, strategies to modulate immune responses, and recent advancements in tissue engineering. The book addresses the mechanisms, limitations, and future perspectives of nanomaterials in wound healing, and emphasizes the importance of toxicity studies.

Here Comes the Sun: A Last Chance for the Climate and a Fresh Chance for Civilization

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From the acclaimed environmentalist, a call to harness the power of the sun and rewrite our scientific, economic, and political future.Our climate, and our democracy, are melting down. But Bill McKibben, one of the first to sound the alarm about the climate crisis, insists the moment is also full of possibility. Energy from the sun and wind is suddenly the cheapest power on the planet and growing faster than any energy source in history—if we can keep accelerating the pace, we have a change.Here Comes the Sun tells the story of the sudden spike in power from the sun and wind—and the desperate fight of the fossil fuel industry and their politicians to hold this new power at bay. From the everyday citizens who installed solar panels equal to a third of Pakistan’s electric grid in a year to the world’s sixth-largest economy—California—nearly halving its use of natural gas in the last two years, Bill McKibben traces the arrival of plentiful, inexpensive solar energy. And he shows how solar power is more than just a path out of the climate crisis: it is a chance to reorder the world on saner and more humane grounds. You can’t hoard solar energy or hold it in reserves—it’s available to all.There’s no guarantee we can make this change in time, but there is a hope—in McKibben’s eyes, our best hope for a new civilization: one that looks up to the sun, every day, as the star that fuels our world.

Non-Destructive Inspection and Testing In Instruction and Video Volume I

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OVERVIEW PURPOSE. Nondestructive Inspection (NDI) is the inspection of a structure or component in any manner that will not impair its future usefulness. The purpose of the inspection may be to detect flaws, measure geometric characteristics, determine material structure or composition, or it may characterize physical, electrical, or thermal properties without causing any changes in the part. The five standard NDI disciplines include: Liquid Penetrant Magnetic Particle Eddy Current Ultrasonic Radiography SCOPE. This publication contains the concepts, process controls, and theory of NDI methods and SHALL be used as a guide in development of NDI procedures and manuals. Guidance for development of NDI procedures is contained in MIL-DTL- 87929C, Appendix F. NDI procedures SHALL be detailed step-by-step instructions with illustrations so a qualified NDI technician can perform the required inspection. In addition this manual provides guidance in safety guidelines of these NDI methods. FORMAT OF PROCEDURES. Though MIL-DTL-87929C is a directive for NDI Work Packages, it provides the proper format for detailed/repetitive NDI procedures. To ensure continuity of inspections, all on and off equipment maintenance NDI manuals (e.g. -9, -36, etc.) SHALL be written to adopt the special requirements of MIL-DTL-87929C into MIL-PRF-83495 when writing NDI procedures for these maintenance manuals. An individual qualified and certified to Level 3 in accordance with NAS 410 in the inspection method being used, SHALL approve all written procedures. References to ASTM standards alone SHALL NOT be used since they do not provide any inspection/part/material details. MIL-DTL-87929C also directs that procedures for commodity items and support equipment contained in or on the weapon system SHALL be included in the system peculiar manual. To clarify this, if the part is inspected on the aircraft or removed for inspection without further disassembly, the procedure SHALL be included in the specific aircraft NDI manual; however, if part requires further disassembly, the procedures SHALL be located in the commodity component’s overhaul or maintenance manual. For specific information on the operation, maintenance, or inspection of a particular piece of NDI equipment or a weapons system, consult the appropriate technical manual. SUBJECTS by CHAPTER 1. TEXT - NONDESTRUCTIVE INSPECTION METHODS AND GENERAL INFORMATION 2. TEXT IN SLIDE FORMAT - LIQUID PENETRANT INSPECTION METHOD 3. TEXT IN SLIDE FORMAT - MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION METHOD 4. TEXT IN SLIDE FORMAT - EDDY CURRENT INSPECTION METHOD 5. TEXT IN SLIDE FORMAT - ULTRASONIC INSPECTION METHOD 6. TEXT IN SLIDE FORMAT - RADIOGRAPHY INSPECTION METHOD 7. TEXT IN SLIDE FORMAT - GLOSSARY 8. VIDEO - Automated Manufacturing Research Facility (National Bureau of Standards)

Biotechnological Advances in Biorefinery

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This book is unique as it will cover the latest technological advancements in the field of biorefinery and how it is a major futuristic component of global biofuel research. Initially, the role of bio-based waste materials, microorganisms, and their bioactive metabolites in biorefinery will be focused. Further, recent advances and emerging topics that are related to industrially important products such as biofuels, hydrogen production will also be elaborated. The book addresses the lack of understanding of recent technological advancement such as life cycle assessment (LCA) and techno-economic assessment (TEA) as well. The systems for biorefineries demand a methodical approach to identifying effects and evaluating their long-term viability. Thus, a futuristic paradigm focusing on in silico studies, will also be incorporated, enabling us to understand the developments and impacts of bio-based materials towards a circular and sustainable economy. Additionally the proposed book will also discuss various strategies such as the analysis of cost-effectiveness, nanotechnology, value sensitive design (VSD) and also emphasize the economic, technical, and environmental aspects that affect their production as well as the future perspective in terms of the market scenario.Thus, the book will provide cumulative information on various dimensions of biorefinery and its role as a major bio-economic industry of the future for researchers, industrialists, entrepreneurs, career starters, and policymakers. The shift towards a bioeconomy not only promises innovative solutions to pressing global challenges but also opens up new avenues for various industries and policymakers. Thus, biorefinery is regarded as a crucial aspect of biobased economy ultimately leading the path towards sustainability.

Krótka historia rozumu

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W jakim punkcie znajduje się dziś nasze zrozumienie Wszechświata? Czy jesteśmy, jak sugerował kilka dziesięcioleci temu Stephen Hawking, na progu znalezienia odpowiedzi na wszystkie fundamentalne pytania dotyczące przyrody? A może – podobnie jak stało się to na przełomie XIX i XX wieku – teorie, które uważamy dziś za prawdziwe, zostaną niebawem zastąpione przez coś zupełnie innego? Na horyzoncie nauki pojawiło się więcej niż tylko kilka chmur, które wskazywałyby, że ten ostatni scenariusz może być prawdopodobny. Stworzyliśmy model standardowy sił i materii, który z dużym powodzeniem unifikuje elektromagnetyzm i dwie siły jądrowe, jednak niemal nikt nie jest przekonany, że ten model jest do przyjęcia jako ostatnie słowo w fizyce. Jednocześnie podejrzewamy, że Wszechświat, który widzimy nawet za pomocą najpotężniejszych instrumentów obserwacyjnych, jest zaledwie maleńkim wycinkiem tego, co istnieje. Czy cała reszta to ciemna materia i ciemna energia, których istnienie postulują dziś fizycy? A jeśli tak, czy ciemna materia i ciemna energia okażą się wyjaśnieniami, które wpasowują się w już istniejące teorie – model standardowy i teorię względności Einsteina, czy też, jak stała Plancka, doprowadzą nas w końcu do całkowicie odmiennego poglądu na Wszechświat? Czy teoria strun okaże się prawdziwa? A jeśli nie, czy kiedykolwiek odkryjemy zunifikowaną teorię wszystkich sił przyrody? W swojej najnowszej książce „Krótka historia rozumu” fizyk i autor bestsellerów, Leonard Mlodinow, mierzy się z tymi pytaniami. Leonard Mlodinow uzyskał doktorat z fizyki teoretycznej na Uniwersytecie Kalifornijskim w Berkeley, był stypendystą Fundacji Humboldta w Instytucie Maxa Plancka, pracował w California Institute of Technology. Autor i współautor (ze Stephenem Hawkingiem) książek popularnonaukowych.

The Importance of Being Interested

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"A delightful and scintillating hymn to science." —Carlo Rovelli Comedian Robin Ince quickly abandoned science at school, bored by a fog of dull lessons and intimidated by the barrage of equations. But, twenty years later, he fell in love and he now presents one of the world's most popular science podcasts. Every year he meets hundreds of the world's greatest thinkers. In this erudite and witty book, Robin reveals why scientific wonder isn't just for the professionals. Filled with interviews featuring astronauts, comedians, teachers, quantum physicists, neuroscientists and more - as well as charting Robin's own journey with science - The Importance of Being Interested explores why many wrongly think of the discipline as distant and difficult. From the glorious appeal of the stars above to why scientific curiosity can encourage much needed intellectual humility, this optimistic and profound book will leave you filled with a thirst for intellectual adventure.

Rehabilitation Engineering, Assistive Technologies and the Future of Healthcare Using Robotics

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Rehabilitation Engineering, Assistive Technologies and the Future of Healthcare Using Robotics presents the most recent developments in assistive technologies, rehabilitative engineering, and robotics, offering in-depth analysis of cutting-edge instruments and frameworks that have the power to transform rehabilitation and general well-being. The book provides insights into how the integration of assistive technology and robots can enhance healthcare delivery while also addressing global challenges related to healthcare accessibility, rehabilitation, the integration of advanced technologies, opportunities, and problems in assistive technologies. Sections are complemented by case studies from different countries. - Provides insights into current trends and potential areas for further investigation using robotics in healthcare - Offers ethical principles, strategic considerations, and prospective ramifications for incorporating new technologies into practices - Explores new developments in assistive technologies and rehabilitative engineering

Recent Trends in Lignocellulosic Biofuels and Bioenergy

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This book offers a comprehensive exploration of recent trends in lignocellulosic biofuels, focusing on advancements and sustainability assessments. Edited by leading experts, it provides an in-depth analysis of biofuel production from lignocellulosic biomass, highlighting the latest technological innovations and their environmental impacts.The chapters cover a range of critical topics, including the life cycle assessment of biofuels, the socio-economic implications of bioenergy, and the integration of artificial intelligence in biofuel production. The chapters delve into the environmental, energetic, and economic perspectives of biofuels as sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels. Readers will gain insights into the challenges and solutions for biofuel production, including the role of machine learning and global policy frameworks.This volume is essential for researchers, professionals, and students in the biofuels sector. It offers valuable perspectives on the future of bioenergy, making it a must-read for anyone interested in sustainable energy solutions. Whether you're a policymaker, academic, or industry professional, this book provides the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the evolving landscape of biofuels and bioenergy.

A World Appears

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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of How to Change Your Mind, a panoptic exploration of consciousness—what it is, who has it, and why—and a meditation on the essence of our humanityWhen it comes to the phenomenon that is consciousness, there is one point on which scientists, philosophers, and artists all agree: it feels like something to be us. Yet the fact that we have subjective experience of the world remains one of nature’s greatest mysteries. How is it that our mental operations are accompanied by feelings, thoughts, and a sense of self? What would a scientific investigation of our inner life look like, when we have as little distance and perspective on it as fish do of the sea? In A World Appears, Michael Pollan traces the unmapped continent that is consciousness, bringing radically different perspectives—scientific, philosophical, literary, spiritual and psychedelic—to see what each can teach us about this central fact of life.When neuroscientists began studying consciousness in the early 1990s, they sought to explain how and why three pounds of spongy gray matter could generate a subjective point of view—assuming that the brain is the source of our perceived reality. Pollan takes us to the cutting edge of the field, where scientists are entertaining more radical (and less materialist) theories of consciousness. He introduces us to “plant neurobiologists” searching for the first flicker of consciousness in plants, scientists striving to engineer feelings into AI, and psychologists and novelists seeking to capture the felt experience of our slippery stream of consciousness.In Pollan’s dazzling exploration of consciousness, he discovers a world far deeper and stranger than our everyday reality. Eye-opening and mind-expanding, A World Appears takes us into the laboratories of our own minds, ultimately showing us how we might make better use of the gift of awareness to more meaningfully connect with our deepest selves.

Freemasonic Symbolism

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This work is dedicated to the symbolism of, perhaps, the most famous secret society. It traces the masonic history back to ancient times. Freemason’s symbolic system is rich and it includes various types of symbolism, such as numerology, and the symbolism of the names.

Das elegante Universum

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Eine hervorragende Darstellung unseres physikalischen Wissens und der Suche nach der „Weltformel“.Was ist die Superstringtheorie? Brian Greene, einer der führenden Physiker auf dem Gebiet der Superstrings, nimmt uns mit auf eine faszinierende und aufregende Reise zu den Grenzen unseres Verständnisses von Zeit, Raum und Materie.„Das elegante Universum“ ist ein populär geschriebenes und allgemein verständliches Kompendium unseres physikalischen Wissens.

Radiology-Physics

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Includes: 1. Multiple choice fact, scenario and case-based questions. 2. Correct answers and explanations to help you quickly master specialty content. 3. All questions have keywords linked to additional online references.The mission of StatPearls Publishing is to help you evaluate and improve your knowledge base. We do this by providing high quality, peer-reviewed, educationally sound questions written by leading educators.

Les grandes épopées qui ont fait la science

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Qui aurait imaginé, il y a vingt ans à peine, qu’un smartphone saurait reconnaître un visage ou qu’on guérirait l’hémophilie par thérapie génique ? Que des robots pilotés depuis la Terre sillonneraient la planète rouge ou qu’on verrait le cerveau en action grâce à l’IRM ? Les révolutions scientifiques bouleversent notre quotidien sans que nous en ayons toujours conscience : c’est à ce récit exaltant que nous invite ce livre. Pour retracer les épopées qui ont « fait » la science moderne, Fabienne Chauvière, productrice de l’émission « Les Savanturiers » sur France Inter, a réuni les plus grands chercheurs qui exposent leurs découvertes au fil des pages. Génome, cerveau, intelligence artificielle, météo, Big Bang, physique quantique, etc. : et si la grande aventure de la science vous était contée ? Avec la participation de: Julien Bobroff, Emmanuel Bocrie, Norin Chai, Georges Chapouthier, Laurent Cohen, Françoise Combes, Axel Kahn, Valérie Masson-Delmotte, Marylène Patou-Mathis, Francis Rocard, Brigitte Senut et Cédric Villani.

Como evitar um desastre climático

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Neste livro urgente e ricamente detalhado, Bill Gates propõe um plano abrangente, prático e acessível para zerar a emissão de gases de efeito estufa e evitar uma catástrofe climática. Bill Gates passou uma década investigando as causas e os efeitos da mudança climática. Com a ajuda de especialistas nas áreas de física, química, biologia, engenharia, ciência política e finanças, ele se concentrou no que deve ser feito para impedir uma catástrofe ambiental. Neste livro, o fundador da Microsoft não explica apenas por que precisamos zerar as emissões líquidas de gases de efeito estufa, mas também detalha como podemos atingir esse objetivo e superar os desafios que temos pela frente. A partir de sua experiência em inovação e de tirar ideias do papel, Gates descreve como a tecnologia já vem ajudando a reduzir as emissões, onde e como ela pode funcionar de forma mais eficaz, em quais setores precisamos de novidades e quem são os pesquisadores por trás delas. Finalmente, ele apresenta um plano prático para zerar as emissões, que inclui desde as políticas públicas até as atitudes que nós, cidadãos, podemos tomar a fim de monitorar o trabalho do governo, de nossos empregadores e de nós mesmos. Como o autor demonstra, zerar as emissões não será fácil, mas, seguindo os conselhos deste livro, é uma meta que está plenamente a nosso alcance.

Nanoionics

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This book offers a comprehensive and cutting-edge overview of nanoionics, covering fundamental principles, experimental techniques, emerging trends, and advanced topics, making it a one-stop resource for both beginners and professionals in the field. Nanoionics: Fundamentals and Applications provides a comprehensive and cutting-edge overview of the field of nanoionics, focusing on recent advancements and their practical applications. Nanoionics is an interdisciplinary field that explores the behavior and manipulation of ions at the nanoscale, with applications spanning various domains, including energy storage, electronics, sensors, and biomedical devices. This book delves into the fundamental principles, experimental techniques, and emerging trends in nanoionics, highlighting the latest breakthroughs in the field. Beginning with a solid foundation in the principles of nanoionics, including ion transport, electrochemical processes, and nanomaterials, the book details advanced topics such as nanoscale characterization techniques, interface engineering, and ion-based devices. Throughout the book, emphasis is placed on the integration of theory, simulations, and experimental findings to provide a comprehensive understanding of nanoionics phenomena. The book will also explore the interface between nanoionics and related fields such as nanoelectronics, nanophotonics, and nanomaterials, showcasing the potential for cross-disciplinary collaborations and technological advancements. Readers will find this volume: Provides comprehensive coverage of the field of nanoionics, encompassing fundamental principles, experimental techniques, advanced topics, and cross-disciplinary applications;Highlights the latest advancements in nanoionics, incorporating recent research findings and breakthroughs by featuring discussions on emerging trends, novel materials, and innovative device designs; Emphasizes the practicality of nanoionics, showcasing real-world applications in areas such as energy storage, electronics, sensors, and biomedical devices; Offers in-depth analyses of key concepts and phenomena in nanoionics, supported by theoretical models, experimental data, and simulation results, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the underlying principles governing ion transport, electrochemical processes, and material properties at the nanoscale. Audience Researchers, graduate students, and professionals in the fields of materials science and engineering, nanotechnology, chemistry, electrical engineering, and physics.

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