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The emergence of Biogenic Engineering heralds a new era at the intersection of biology, engineering, and materials science. In this groundbreaking book, Jack Al-Kahwati serves as the consummate guide to this fascinating field that seeks to design and create life-like systems by applying engineering principles to biology.
Laying the conceptual foundations, the book introduces the Assembly Index, a metric to quantify the structural complexity of systems...
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Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are being increasingly used in healthcare, and especially in patient education. Although these two technologies are very similar, virtual reality engages users by transposing their virtual avatars into an artificial environment for users to interact with, while augmented reality engages users in the real environment by overlaying virtual elements in the real world.VR is already transforming medical education....
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This book provides an overview of the role of AI in medicine and, more generally, of issues at the intersection of mathematics, informatics, and medicine. It is intended for AI experts, offering them a valuable retrospective and a global vision for the future, as well as for non-experts who are curious about this timely and important subject. Its goal is to provide clear, objective, and reasonable information on the issues covered, avoiding any fantasies...
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Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and well-being with "Harmony Within: A Journey of Biofeedback and Self-Regulation." This enlightening exploration delves into the realms of mindfulness, stress management, and the intricate connection between mind and body. Discover the power of biofeedback therapy and neurofeedback practices, unlocking the secrets to emotional regulation and mental wellness.Uncover a treasure trove of self-awareness...
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Happy Accidents is a fascinating, entertaining, and highly accessible look at the surprising role serendipity has played in some of the most important medical discoveries in the twentieth century. What do penicillin, chemotherapy drugs, X-rays, Valium, the Pap smear, and Viagra have in common? They were each discovered accidentally, stumbled upon in the search for something else. In the 1990s, Pfizer had high hopes for a new drug that would boost...
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A Simpler Life approaches the developing field of synthetic biology by focusing on the experimental and institutional lives of practitioners in two labs at Princeton University. It highlights the distance between hyped technoscience and the more plodding and entrenched aspects of academic research.
Talia Dan-Cohen follows practitioners as they wrestle with experiments, attempt to publish research findings, and navigate the ins and outs of academic...
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In this riveting, behind-the-scenes courtroom drama, a brilliant legal team battles corporate greed and government overreach for our fundamental right to control our genes.
When attorney Chris Hansen learned that the U.S. government was issuing patents for human genes to biotech companies, his first thought was, How can a corporation own what makes us who we are? Then he discovered that women were being charged exorbitant fees to test for...
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Biomedical Instrumentation in Scope: Fundamentals and Applications of Biomedical Instrumentation" offers a comprehensive exploration of the foundational principles and diverse applications within the field of biomedical instrumentation. This enlightening book serves as a guide for students, researchers, and professionals seeking to understand the intricate interplay between technology and healthcare.The narrative unfolds with a thorough examination...
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Like a cross between Forrest Gump and a TED Talk on the latest medical innovations.
Based on research and interviews with scientists and patients, The Sun Waker aims to captivate all while educating on different diseases and their potential solutions.
Will Julian be able to cure his daughter's cancer before it's too late?
Can Alan help save his boss from another heart attack in time?
Does Dwayne overcome his fears and seek the lifesaving treatment...
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A new science is reengineering the fabric of life. Synthetic biology offers bold new ways of manufacturing medicines, clothing, foods, fragrances, and fuels, often using microbe fermentation, much like brewing beer. The technology can help confront climate change, break down industrial pollutants, and fight novel viruses. Today, researchers are manipulating life forms and automating evolution to create vegetarian "meat," renewable construction materials,...
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Dive into the pages of 'Post-Human Evolution: Merging with Technology for Enhanced Consciousness'-an exploration that transcends the boundaries of conventional thought. This groundbreaking book navigates the uncharted waters of post-humanism, unraveling the intricacies of merging human consciousness with cutting-edge technologies. From the dawn of post-human evolution to the speculative landscapes of the future, this narrative delves into the controversial...
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A giant of medical science tells the story of the invention of the bionic ear. After watching his father struggle with hearing loss, Graeme Clark overcame obstacles and opposition to bring the gift of hearing to profoundly deaf children and adults.
Starting with compelling personal testimonies from his patients, Clark charts his lifelong quest to "fix ears." He chronicles his research accomplishments and medical advances, and he recounts his battles...
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Never before in the history of medicine has mankind faced such hope and peril as those of us poised to embrace the radical medical technologies of today.
Eve Herold's Beyond Human examines the medical technologies taking shape at the nexus of computing, microelectronics, engineering, nanotechnology, cellular and gene therapies, and robotics. These technologies will dramatically transform our lives and allow us to live for hundreds of years. Yet,...
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How genomics, big data, and digital technology are revolutionizing every aspect of medicine, from physical exams to drug prescriptions to organ transplants
Mobile technology has transformed our lives, and personal genomics is revolutionizing biology. But despite the availability of technologies that can provide wireless, personalized health care at lower cost, the medical community has resisted change. In The Creative Destruction of Medicine, Eric...
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"In Silicon Valley the phrase 'disruptive technology' is tossed around on a casual basis. No one doubts that technology has the power to devastate entire industries and upend various sectors of the job market. But Rise of the Robots asks a bigger question: Can accelerating technology disrupt our entire economic system to the point where a fundamental restructuring is required? Companies like Facebook and YouTube may only need a handful of employees...
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Details how research to develop preemptive vaccines for animal viruses before they jump to humans--research that could also be used for the development of bioweapons--was outsourced to the Wuhan Institute of Virology and reveals the conspiracy to hide thesource and origin of the COVID-19 virus.
