**THE MILLION COPY BESTSELLER**Sapiens showed us where we came from. In our increasingly uncertain times, Homo Deus shows us where we're going.'Spellbinding' GuardianThe world-renowned historian and intellectual Yuval Noah Harari envisions a near future in which we face a new set of challenges. Homo Deus explores the projects, dreams and nightmares that will shape the twenty-first century and beyond - from overcoming death to creating artificial life.It asks the fundamental questions: how can we protect this fragile world from our own destructive power? And what does our future hold?'Even more readable, even more important, than his excellent Sapiens' Kazuo Ishiguro'Homo Deus will shock you. It will entertain you. It will make you think in ways you had not thought before' Daniel Kahneman, bestselling author of Thinking, Fast and Slow Read more

The visionary science behind the digital human twins that will enhance our health and our futureVirtual You is a panoramic account of efforts by scientists around the world to build digital twins of human beings, from cells and tissues to organs and whole bodies. These virtual copies will usher in a new era of personalized medicine, one in which your digital twin can help predict your risk of disease, participate in virtual drug trials, shed light on the diet and lifestyle changes that are best for you, and help identify therapies to enhance your well-being and extend your lifespan—but thorny challenges remain.In this deeply illuminating book, Peter Coveney and Roger Highfield reveal what it will take to build a virtual, functional copy of a person in five steps. Along the way, they take you on a fantastic voyage through the complexity of the human body, describing the latest scientific and technological advances—from multiscale modeling to extraordinary new forms of computing—that will make “virtual you” a reality, while also considering the ethical questions inherent to realizing truly predictive medicine.With an incisive foreword by Nobel Prize–winning biologist Venki Ramakrishnan, Virtual You is science at its most astounding, showing how our virtual twins and even whole populations of virtual humans promise to transform our health and our lives in the coming decades. Read more

THE #2 TIMES BESTSELLER'Artificial intelligence is going to have a massive impact on everyone’s lives... an accessible and sensible read that helps demystify AI' Deborah Meaden, entrepreneur and star of Dragon's Den'Nigel Toon is a visionary leader in the field of artificial intelligence... a must-read' Marc Tremblay, Distinguished Engineer, MicrosoftThose who understand how AI thinks are about to win big.We are used to thinking of computers as being a step up from calculators - very good at storing information, and maybe even at playing a logical game like chess. But up to now they haven't been able to think in ways that are intuitive, or respond to questions as a human might. All that has changed, dramatically, in the past few years.Our search engines are becoming answer engines. Artificial intelligence is already revolutionising sectors from education to healthcare to the creative arts. But how does an AI understand sentiment or context? How does it play and win games that have an almost infinite number of moves? And how can we work with AI to produce insights and innovations that are beyond human capacity, from writing code in an instant to unfolding the elaborate 3D puzzles of proteins?We stand at the brink of a historic change that will disrupt society and at the same time create enormous opportunities for those who understand how AI thinks. Nigel Toon shows how we train AI to train itself, so that it can paint images that have never existed before or converse in any language. In doing so he reveals the strange and fascinating ways that humans think, too, as we learn how to live in a world shared by machine intelligences of our own creation. Read more

Selected from the books Sapiens and Homo Deus by Yuval Noah HarariHow did money come to be invented? Why does it now have such significance in our lives? Does it make us happier or unhappier? And what does the future hold for it? With brilliant clarity and insight, Yuval Noah Harari takes the reader on a journey from the very first coins through to 21st century economics and shows us how we are all on the brink of a revolution, whether we like it or not. VINTAGE MINIS: GREAT MINDS. BIG IDEAS. LITTLE BOOKS.A series of short books by the world’s greatest writers on the experiences that make us humanAlso in the Vintage Minis series:Home by Salman RushdieBabies by Anne EnrightEating by Nigella LawsonDrinking by John Cheever Read more

What are neutrinos? Why does nature need them? What use are they?Neutrinos are perhaps the most enigmatic particles in the universe. Formed in certain radioactive decays, they pass through most matter with ease. These tiny, ghostly particles are formed in millions in the Sun and pass through us constantly. For a long time they were thought to be massless, and passing as they do like ghosts they were not regarded as significant. Now we know they have a very small mass, and there are strong indications that they are very important indeed. It is speculated that a heavy form of neutrino, that is both matter and antimatter, may have shaped the balance of matter and antimatter in the early universe. Here, Frank Close gives an account of the discovery of neutrinos and our growing understanding of their significance, also touching on some speculative ideas concerning the possible uses of neutrinos and their role in the early universe. Read more

Want to die on Mars? Think as Elon Musk does! Elon Musk is one of the world's greatest entrepreneurs of our time, and the most frequently quoted one. "I'm not trying to be anyone's saviour. I'm just trying to think about the future and not be sad," Elon Musk said at the TED conference in Vancouver. This is a mindset of the billionaire and the PayPal, SpaceX, Tesla Inc. and Solar City founder who invests all his energy and fortune on the projects that are designed to make the future of humankind really fantastic. To Musk, establishing a human colony on Mars, creating a high-speed transportation system known as the Hyperloop and building a space-based Internet is the reality of our immediate future. This book presents a selection of the best Elon Musk quotations that come from his interviews, TV shows, conference speeches, lectures at the universities, Tesla and SpaсeX official web sites, and his social networks accounts. For the readers' convenience, all the quotes are arranged into thematic chapters that cover a range of topics, from his personal life and education to visions of the future. You can go to any random page and choose any chapter. The biography book of quotes will help you understand: Why all Elon Musk's projects are successful Why Elon Musk never goes on a vacation How Elon Musk became a billionaire Why Elon Musk enjoys taking risks What Elon Musk does to bring up his five children How Elon Musk envisions mankind’s future What personal qualities Elon Musk works on to reach success Why Elon Musk always achieves his goals What education Elon Musk considers the best of all This book of inspirational quotes also has a link to download the FREE BONUS motivational book that can prove a perfect complement to your purchase. The little gift is there waiting for you! Read more

Object Lessons is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things.It's happening all the time, all around us. We cover it up. We ignore it. Rust takes on the many meanings of this oxidized substance, showing how technology bleeds into biology and ecology. Jean-Michel Rabate´ combines art, science, and autobiography to share his fascination with peeling paints and rusty metal sheets. Rust, he concludes, is a place where things living, built, and remembered commingle.Object Lessons is published in partnership with an essay series in The Atlantic. Read more

Life is an enduring mystery. Yet, science tells us that living beings are merely sophisticated structures of lifeless molecules. If this view is correct, where do the seemingly purposeful motions of cells and organisms originate? In Life's Ratchet, physicist Peter M. Hoffmann locates the answer to this age-old question at the nanoscale. Below the calm, ordered exterior of a living organism lies microscopic chaos, or what Hoffmann calls the molecular storm -- specialized molecules immersed in a whirlwind of colliding water molecules. Our cells are filled with molecular machines, which, like tiny ratchets, transform random motion into ordered activity, and create the "purpose" that is the hallmark of life. Tiny electrical motors turn electrical voltage into motion, nanoscale factories custom-build other molecular machines, and mechanical machines twist, untwist, separate and package strands of DNA. The cell is like a city -- an unfathomable, complex collection of molecular workers working together to create something greater than themselves. Life, Hoffman argues, emerges from the random motions of atoms filtered through these sophisticated structures of our evolved machinery. We are agglomerations of interacting nanoscale machines more amazing than anything in science fiction. Rather than relying on some mysterious "life force" to drive them -- as people believed for centuries -- life's ratchets harness instead the second law of thermodynamics and the disorder of the molecular storm. Grounded in Hoffmann's own cutting-edge research, Life's Ratchet reveals the incredible findings of modern nanotechnology to tell the story of how the noisy world of atoms gives rise to life itself. Read more

Your ticket to excelling in mechanics of materialsWith roots in physics and mathematics, engineering mechanics is the basis of all the mechanical sciences: civil engineering, materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, and aeronautical and aerospace engineering.Tracking a typical undergraduate course, Mechanics of Materials For Dummies gives you a thorough introduction to this foundational subject. You'll get clear, plain-English explanations of all the topics covered, including principles of equilibrium, geometric compatibility, and material behavior; stress and its relation to force and movement; strain and its relation to displacement; elasticity and plasticity; fatigue and fracture; failure modes; application to simple engineering structures, and more.Tracks to a course that is a prerequisite for most engineering majorsCovers key mechanics concepts, summaries of useful equations, and helpful tipsFrom geometric principles to solving complex equations, Mechanics of Materials For Dummies is an invaluable resource for engineering students! Read more

K. Eric Drexler is the founding father of nanotechnology -- the science of engineering on a molecular level. In Radical Abundance, he shows how rapid scientific progress is about to change our world. Thanks to atomically precise manufacturing, we will soon have the power to produce radically more of what people want, and at a lower cost. The result will shake the very foundations of our economy and environment. Already, scientists have constructed prototypes for circuit boards built of millions of precisely arranged atoms. The advent of this kind of atomic precision promises to change the way we make things -- cleanly, inexpensively, and on a global scale. It allows us to imagine a world where solar arrays cost no more than cardboard and aluminum foil, and laptops cost about the same. A provocative tour of cutting edge science and its implications by the field's founder and master, Radical Abundance offers a mind-expanding vision of a world hurtling toward an unexpected future. Read more

You are surrounded by stickiness. With every step you take, air molecules cling to you and slow you down; the effect is harder to ignore in water. When you hit the road, whether powered by pedal or engine, you rely on grip to keep you safe. The Post-it note and glue in your desk drawer. The non-stick pan on your stove. The fingerprints linked to your identity. The rumbling of the Earth deep beneath your feet, and the ice that transforms waterways each winter. All of these things are controlled by tiny forces that operate on and between surfaces, with friction playing the leading role. In Sticky, Laurie Winkless explores how friction shapes both the manufactured and natural worlds, and describes how our understanding of surface science has given us an ability to manipulate stickiness, down to the level of a single atom. But this apparent success doesn't tell the whole story. Each time humanity has pushed the boundaries of science and engineering, we've discovered that friction still has a few surprises up its sleeve. So do we really understand this force? Can we say with certainty that we know how a gecko climbs, what's behind our sense of touch, or why golf balls, boats and aircraft move as they do? Join Laurie as she seeks out the answers from experts scattered across the globe, uncovering a stack of scientific mysteries along the way.Finalist for the 2023 AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books Read more

Dive into the infinitely small world of atoms and molecules to unravel the massive potential of nanotechnology! "NanoTech 101" takes you on a captivating journey from the fundamental principles of nanoscience to the cutting-edge applications revolutionizing various sectors of our economy.Discover the world beneath the visible, where atoms and molecules shape our reality, and groundbreaking technology is born. This comprehensive guide begins with the basic principles of nanotechnology, introducing you to the astonishing world of atoms and molecules, and their interactions at a scale a billionth of a meter. It bridges the gap between complex science and practical applications, explaining how this revolutionary technology is reshaping fields as diverse as medicine, computing, energy, environmental science, agriculture, and even fashion.So, are you ready to explore the wonders of nanotechnology? Take your first step into the world of the incredibly small with incredibly big potential! Read more

The nanotechnology revolution that will transform human health and longevityNano Comes to Life opens a window onto the nanoscale—the infinitesimal realm of proteins and DNA where physics and cellular and molecular biology meet—and introduces readers to the rapidly evolving nanotechnologies that are allowing us to manipulate the very building blocks of life. Sonia Contera gives an insider's perspective on this new frontier, revealing how nanotechnology enables a new kind of multidisciplinary science that is poised to give us control over our own biology, our health, and our lives.Drawing on her perspective as one of today's leading researchers in the field, Contera describes the exciting ways in which nanotechnology makes it possible to understand, interact with, and manipulate biology—such as by designing and building artificial structures and even machines at the nanoscale using DNA, proteins, and other biological molecules as materials. In turn, nanotechnology is revolutionizing medicine in ways that will have profound effects on our health and longevity, from nanoscale machines that can target individual cancer cells and deliver drugs more effectively, to nanoantibiotics that can fight resistant bacteria, to the engineering of tissues and organs for research, drug discovery, and transplantation.The future will bring about the continued fusion of nanotechnology with biology, physics, medicine, and cutting-edge fields like robotics and artificial intelligence, ushering us into a new "transmaterial era." As we contemplate the power, advantages, and risks of accessing and manipulating our own biology, Contera offers insight and hope that we may all share in the benefits of this revolutionary research. Read more

IT'S NOW OR NEVERYou are about to learn incredible, scientifically-supported, evidence-based truths about one of the most powerful elements known to man. Did you know that silver can treat virtually all common ailments, from eradicating the common cold virus to even starving cancer cells? That colloidal silver is a supercharged broad-range antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal agent without parallel?Believe ItWhether understanding colloidal silver basics, ingesting powerful nanoparticles, or totally revamping your natural immune system defenses, using PURE colloidal silver (aka ‘Silver Magic’) has the power to TRANSFORM your life forever. Without colloidal silver in our lives, we may never achieve optimal health and well-being. Instead, we'll trudge through life compromised and inferior, never reaching our body-mind potential and never knowing what we could have been.Is that what you want?Silver Magic: How Colloidal Silver Can TRANSFORM Your Life (A Preview)The Nature of Colloidal SilverThe Sources of Colloidal SilverHow Colloidal Silver is Safe & EffectiveHow Long Colloidal Silver Has Been Used, and By WhomThe PUREST Forms of Colloidal SilverThe TOP Colloidal Silver BrandsThe Most DECEPTIVE Colloidal Silver Scams20+ Groundbreaking Uses of Colloidal SilverHow Colloidal Silver Treats Skin AilmentsHow Colloidal Silver KILLS Cancer CellsHow Colloidal Silver Fights Colds, Viruses and FungiWhy Colloidal Silver TURBOCHARGES Your Immunological ResponseThe Toxicity Myth of Colloidal SilverHow Big Pharma LIES About Colloidal SilverAnd much, much more!Chapters Include:Why the Bad Rap? The Historical Truth of Colloidal SilverWhat is Colloidal Silver, Anyway? Distinguishing Silver from Colloidal SilverHow Does Colloidal Silver Get Absorbed?But Can It Be Toxic? Debunking Mainstream Silver MythsForms of Colloidal Silver - Find the Best, Forget the RestIonic SilverDIY Lab – Analyzing Ionic SilverSilver + Protein BinderDIY Lab – Analyzing Silver + Protein BinderPURE Silver Magic DIY Lab – Analyzing PURE Silver MagicSmart Consumption – Finding the Optimal Silver Product for YOULike Magic – the COUNTLESS Benefits of Superior Colloidal SilverA Future With a Silver-lining DOWNLOAD YOUR COPY TODAYTags: silver, colloidal, colloidal silver, silver nitrate, natural remedies, nanoparticles, infection, health and wellbeing Read more

Several times each year I receive Engineering and Science, a magazine published at Caltech where I was awarded the BS in Physics in 1951. I learn all of the new areas of research being done at my alma mater. I am especially interested in Physics. This year I leaned that research is taking place in String Theory. In Physics, string theory is a theoretical framework in which the point-like particles of particle physics are replaced by one-dimensional objects called strings. It describes how these strings propagate through space and interact with each other. On distance scales larger than the string scale, a string looks just like an ordinary particle, with its mass, charge, and other properties determined by the vibrational state of the string. In string theory, one of the many vibrational states of the string corresponds to the graviton, a quantum mechanical particle that carries gravitational force. Thus string theory is a theory of quantum gravity.String theory is a broad and varied subject that attempts to address a number of deep questions of fundamental physics. String theory has been applied to a variety of problems in black hole physics, early universe cosmology, nuclear physics, and condensed matter physics, and it has stimulated a number of major developments in pure mathematics. Because string theory potentially provides a unified description of gravity and particle physics, it is a candidate for a theory of everything, a self-contained mathematical model that describes all fundamental forces and forms of matter. Despite much work on these problems, it is not known to what extent string theory describes the real world or how much freedom the theory allows to choose the details. Read more

This second edition of the book, initially written as an introductory text dealing with how electric currents behave at the nanometer scale, begins with a general description of electric currents at the macroscale. Then by considering the physical length scales relevant to electron flow, it is observed how the behavior of currents varies as they approach the nanoscale. A quantum description of electric current is covered as well as its relevance, with particular reference to defects, grain boundaries, tunnelling and atomic contacts, followed by the effects of current flow through nanostructures, including electromigration, of particular relevance for transistor miniaturization. Next, the techniques used to probe currents and voltages at the nanoscale are considered, focusing on scanning-probe microscopy and transport measurements, before considering electronic transport through molecular and single-electron devices.The book will tie together several aspects of current and recent research on the current flow at the nanoscale. Due to the introductory nature of the book, it will not become obsolete quickly, and chapters can be added at will at later stages as new developments arise. Read more

A Nobel-winning physicist argues that fundamental physical laws are found not in the world of atoms, but in the macroscopic world around us In this age of superstring theories and Big Bang cosmology, we're used to thinking of the unknown as impossibly distant from our everyday lives. But in A Different Universe, Nobel Laureate Robert Laughlin argues that the scientific frontier is right under our fingers. Instead of looking for ultimate theories, Laughlin considers the world of emergent properties-meaning the properties, such as the hardness and shape of a crystal, that result from the organization of large numbers of atoms. Laughlin shows us how the most fundamental laws of physics are in fact emergent. A Different Universe is a truly mind-bending book that shows us why everything we think about fundamental physical laws needs to change. Read more

WANT TO LEARN AND IMPRESS YOUR FRIENDS AT COCKTAIL PARTIES WITH SOME "BIG BRAIN" TRIVIA ABOUT SOME HISTORY'S GREATEST SCIENTIFIC MINDS AND THE MOST WACKY PHENOMENA OF THE UNIVERSE? Imagine a world where particles can exist in multiple places at once, where unseen forces connect everything in ways you’ve never considered, and where the smallest actions ripple through the fabric of space and time. This is the world of QUANTUM PHYSICS! - an enigmatic, breathtaking realm that holds the answers to questions we’re only beginning to ask.This guide invites you on a journey that will change how you see everything around you. With each chapter, you’ll unravel the layers of reality and gain a glimpse into the profound and sometimes unsettling truths that govern our universe.Why This Book? You don’t need to be a scientist to understand the wonders of quantum physics. This book is designed for anyone with a thirst for knowledge and a willingness to look beyond the surface of what we call “reality.” With simple explanations, captivating storytelling, and stunning illustrations, this guide will lead you step by step through the intricacies of quantum theory— with no advanced math or physics degree required!What Awaits You Inside:The Spark of Quantum Discovery: Delve into the birth of quantum theory and the awe-inspiring questions it dared to ask. Understand why Einstein, Bohr, and other scientific giants debated fiercely over the nature of reality itself;Revolutionary Experiments Unveiled: Relive the moments that changed everything—Planck’s breakthrough, and the mind-bending Double-Slit Experiment that shattered conventional understanding;The Building Blocks of Existence: Trace the evolution of atomic models, from the musings of ancient Greece to Bohr’s electron orbits, and grasp why the very air you breathe is more mystery than matter;Schrödinger’s World of Paradoxes: Ponder the thought experiment that still haunts physicists - the Cat in the Box. Get to know Schrödinger’s equation and discover what it tells us about the true nature of particles and waves;Entanglement and Tunneling Phenomena;The Craziness of Einstein: Feel the weight of his famous words: “God does not play dice;”The Dark Matter and Dark Energy;And so much MORE!!The universe is stranger, more beautiful, and more connected than you ever imagined. "Quantum Physics for Beginners" is your ticket to discovering the hidden mechanics that shape our world and understanding why reality is more than meets the eye.Unlock the Quantum Mysteries today! Let your journey begin with your COPY NOW! Read more

Embark on a journey of scientific inquiry and discovery with "The Sceptical Chymist: Unraveling the Mysteries of Science and Alchemy" by Robert Boyle. In this seminal work, Boyle challenges the prevailing beliefs of his time and lays the groundwork for modern chemistry.As you delve into Boyle's groundbreaking exploration, prepare to uncover the secrets of the natural world and the transformative power of scientific inquiry. Boyle's meticulous experiments and rigorous analysis pave the way for a new understanding of matter, setting the stage for the scientific revolution.But here's the intriguing question that permeates Boyle's inquiry: What if the distinction between science and alchemy is not as clear-cut as it seems? Could the pursuit of knowledge, whether through empirical observation or mystical experimentation, lead to unexpected discoveries and insights?Engage with Boyle's thought-provoking discourse as he challenges traditional alchemical beliefs and advocates for a more empirical approach to understanding the natural world. Through his skepticism and curiosity, Boyle inspires readers to question dogma and embrace the spirit of scientific inquiry.Are you ready to unravel the mysteries of science and alchemy alongside one of the greatest minds of the seventeenth century?Immerse yourself in Boyle's visionary exploration, where every experiment is a step towards enlightenment and every observation brings us closer to understanding the fundamental laws of nature. Let Boyle's curiosity ignite your own passion for discovery.Here's your invitation to join Robert Boyle on a journey of scientific discovery and enlightenment. Will you accept the challenge and explore "The Sceptical Chymist"?Don't miss out on the opportunity to engage with one of the most influential works in the history of chemistry. Purchase your copy of "The Sceptical Chymist: Unraveling the Mysteries of Science and Alchemy" now, and embark on a journey of intellectual discovery that transcends time and space. Read more

This powerful title carries an important message that can benefit everyone- a message destined to revolutionize the stance between the human race of the future with one principle--- FULL DISCLOSURE! The world is facing the most sinister crisis that life on earth has ever seen before in history... Decide now on who to trust and who speaks the truth... After 40 years of living in the belief that the Military Industrial Complex (MIC) has been secretly involved with evil ET's from another world since the end of WWII, this author, tells the true story of an incident at Fort Polk, Louisiana, with benevolent ET's in a mission to re-acquire a TOP SECRET directed energy weapon (DEW) from the hands of the US Army. After the device had been removed from further deveopment, the entire clandestine effort was hastily covered up by the corrupt MIC, the Army Top Brass and the Intelligence agencies (FBI, NSA,CIA,CID, and the unknown MIB's). After a Congressional Inquiry, a discharge and a verbal threat of death by the Shadow Government and Army Top Brass ensued. This is the first book written by the author, expecting readers to demand FULL DISCLOSURE from Congress of UFO's, Secret Projects, ET's and MIC budgets. Every reader will no longer doubt how powerful and deadly the US Military (MIC) actually is with the content told and actual documents. You, the readers, will finally understand the purpose of this book and join the Treaty to Prevent and build Space-Based weapons forever by telling everyone that, "It's About TIME", is the key to ending all Wars and military control backed by the very rich Elites! Read more