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Hva er liv og hvordan oppsto det? Få spørsmål har vært gjenstand for mer undring og vitenskapelige utforskninger. Det har også opptatt Brageprisvinner og biolog Dag O. Hessen siden han som liten gutt lå på ryggen og studerte stjernehimmelen mens han grublet over tilværelsens uutgrunnelige spørsmål.I Liv forsøker han å bygge en bro mellom den undrende gutten under stjernehimmelen og de fremtredende vitenskapsfolkene som siden har forsøkt å gi oss et svar på disse spørsmålene. Resultatet er en ambisiøs men kledelig uhøytidelig og engasjerende fortelling om det det pustfrarøvende tilfeldighetsspillet som førte til det livet vi har på jorden i dag.Den britiske astronomen Fred Hoyle påstod at det var like sannsynlig at en gjærcelle skulle blitt dannet «tilfeldig» som at en tornado skulle passere en søppelplass med alle komponentene til en Boeing 747, og ende opp med funksjonelt fly. Likevel har senere forskning sannsynliggjort at gjærcellen, så vel som alt annet liv på jorda, oppstod nettopp som et resultat av spektakulære tilfeldigheter.Liv er en bønn til leseren om å være takknemlig for det vinnerloddet vi alle har trukket, og et håp om at vi med større forståelse for de millionene av slumpetreff som har ført fram til planetens mangfold, også vil ha en sterkere motivasjon til å bevare det.

Robust Adaptive Beamforming assembles and presents the latest development on robust adaptive beamforming research. Only recently have some methods with a clear theoretical background been proposed, which, unlike the early methods, make explicit use of an uncertainty set of the array steering vector.

This book is the definitive approach to thematic analysis, offering a highly accessible and practical discussion of doing TA.

A groundbreaking two-volume illustrated reference book covering all of Europe's birds Would you like to be able to identify any bird species in Europe, in all plumages, in every season? ID Handbook of European Birds is the resource for you. This identification handbook blends incisive descriptions with stunning high-resolution photos to provide the most comprehensive, in-depth coverage of European birds available. Never before has so much current information been brought together in one place and presented so clearly and completely. This monumental two-volume work is destined to become a standard reference to Europe's birds.Covers 733 species known to occur in EuropeFeatures more than 5,500 spectacular color photosDetailed species accounts describe key identification features, molting, age, and genderThe high-quality photos depict the characteristics most essential for identificationInnovatively designed for easy, at-a-glance referenceAn ideal resource for anyone who wants to enhance their experience in the fieldA must for bird watchers everywhere, from beginners to seasoned birders

The Pragmatic Programmer is a remarkable book penned by David Thomas. Published in 2019, this book falls under the genre of computer programming and software development. The book is a gem for those who seek to enhance their programming skills. It provides practical advice on a wide range of topics, including personal responsibility, career development, and creating flexible, robust code. The Pragmatic Programmer is not about a particular language or development environment; it's about approaching programming in a pragmatic and thoughtful way. The book is published by Pearson Education (US), a well-known name in the field of educational and professional publishing. It's an essential read for programmers who are serious about honing their craft.

The Psychology of Money, penned by Morgan Housel, is a remarkable book that delves into the complex world of finance and personal wealth. Published in 2020 by Harriman House Publishing, the book stands out in the genre of financial literature. The Psychology of Money is not just a book about money; it's a book about human behavior and our relationship with money. Housel brings a fresh perspective to the world of personal finance by exploring the psychological aspects of money and how emotions influence our financial decisions. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the often irrational world of personal finance and wealth accumulation. Harriman House Publishing is proud to have this gem in their collection.

Eagerly awaited by scientists and academics worldwide, the complete series of Feynmans landmark Lectures on Physics

Fatigue Design of Marine Structures provides students and professionals with a theoretical and practical background for fatigue design of marine structures including sailing ships, offshore structures for oil and gas production, and other welded structures subject to dynamic loading such as wind turbine structures. Industry expert Inge Lotsberg brings more than forty years of experience in design and standards-setting to this comprehensive guide to the basics of fatigue design of welded structures. Topics covered include laboratory testing, S-N data, different materials, different environments, stress concentrations, residual stresses, acceptance criteria, non-destructive testing, improvement methods, probability of failure, bolted connections, grouted connections, and fracture mechanics. Featuring twenty chapters, three hundred diagrams, forty-seven example calculations, and resources for further study, Fatigue Design of Marine Structures is intended as the complete reference work for study and practice.

Både kulturelt og biologisk mangfold er truet i en globalisert verden på høygir. I Det umistelige viser Thomas Hylland Eriksen at begge deler er nødvendig - og som regel umulig å skille fra hverandre.Boken begynner før Columbus og slutter med den siste smarttelefonen. Underveis blir det klart at vi har utryddet sykdommer og hungersnød, men også arter og særegne kulturer. Urskog og villmark blir til plantasjer og betongørkener, små språk forsvinner og lokal kunnskap blir glemt.Denne ensrettingen er prisen vi betaler for menneskehetens fremgang. Vi har alle - fra Norge til Seychellene, fra Australia til Amazonas - lært oss å være forbrukere på omtrent de samme måtene. Resultatet er at mer og mer blir likt over alt.Samtidig er det lys i enden av tunnelen, og boken peker på både motkrefter og forsøk på å gjenskape mangfold i kultur og natur. Det er mer avgjørende enn noen gang å vise at alternativene fremdeles finnes, lyder det overbevisende argumentet. For variasjonsrikdom er viktig, og det skapes ikke med gjerder og grenser, men gjennom åpenhet og kreativitet der impulser møtes.]]>

A completely updated edition of the internationally successful, user-friendly guide that takes students and researchers through the often daunting process of analysing research data with the widely-used SPSS software package. Fully revised and updated for IBM SPSS Statistics Version 21. Pallant at Uni of Melbourne.

Fra forfatteren av bestselgeren Sapiens kommer den banebrytende historien om hvordan informasjonsnettverk har skapt, og destabilisert, vår verden.I løpet av de siste 100 000 årene har menneskeheten blitt en mektig art. Men til tross for oppdagelser, oppfinnelser og erobringer, befinner vi oss nå i en eksistensiell krise. Verden er på randen av økologisk kollaps. Feilinformasjonen florerer. Og vi kaster oss hodestups over kunstig intelligens – et nytt informasjonsnettverk som truer med å utslette oss. Med tanke på alt vi har oppnådd, hvorfor er vi så selvdestruktive?Nexus ser på menneskets historie gjennom en bred linse for å finne ut hvordan informasjonsflyten har formet oss. Yuval Noah Harari tar leseren med fra steinalderen, gjennom kanoniseringen av Bibelen, heksejakten, stalinismen, nazismen og gjenoppblomstringen av populismen, og oppfordrer oss til å tenke gjennom det komplekse forholdet mellom informasjon og sannhet, byråkrati og mytologi, visdom og makt. Han utforsker hvordan ulike samfunn og politiske systemer på godt og vondt har brukt informasjon for å nå sine mål. Og han tar opp de presserende valgene vi står overfor når ikke-menneskelig intelligens truer vår eksistens.Informasjon er ikke sannhetens råmateriale; det er heller ikke bare et våpen. Nexus utforsker den håpefulle middelveien mellom disse ytterpunktene, og på veien gjenoppdager han egenskapene som gjør oss til mennesker.]]>

"A reference book for the manufacturing and mechanical engineer, designer, drafter, metalworker, toolmaker, machinist, hobyist, educator, and student."

Presents an array of key machine elements used in a range of applications. Filled with thousands of illustrations, this book provides a quick-look-up resource of pictorial detail for engineers looking for the right device for the right application.

This comprehensive text discusses the opportunities and challenges posed by offshore wind farms, focusing on the offshore environment and the technical aspects of their design and operation. With examples and exercises demonstrating practical applications, this is an indispensable resource for students, researchers and energy professionals.

Biosecurity in the Age of Synthetic Biology is a comprehensive review of the biosecurity issues faced by the innovative and rapidly evolving field of synthetic biology. This is a meticulous review of the groundbreaking biotechnological advancements and the critical need for robust biosecurity measures. The book provides an in-depth examination of the ethical, legal, and societal dimensions shaping the future of synthetic biology research, in addition to a practical protocol for biosecurity risk assessment. This is the first book to offer a structured guideline for biosecurity risk assessment in synthetic biology. The author's balanced view of the opportunities of synthetic biology and the inherent security risks reveal foundational concepts, cutting-edge applications, and international perspectives on biosecurity. This essential guide illuminates scientific and technological frontiers and advocates for a proactive approach ensuring the responsible development and use of synthetic biology. It is an indispensable resource for scientists, policymakers, and anyone interested in the intersection of biotechnology and biosecurity.Key Features1) Provides instructions and examples for a biosecurity risk assessment2) Includes detailed proposed outline for creating a Biosecurity Manual for broad adoption.3) Emphasizes the future challenges and opportunities4) Offers insights on the role of artificial intelligence in synthetic biology and biosecurity.

From one of the world's great science writers and biologists: a book that reflects on the vast arc of evolutionary history and what it tells us about life on earth.How much do we really know about our past?For centuries, we have yearned to learn more about our ancestors and piece together the story of how we came to be. But language can only record so much. And fossils can be even harder to decipher. We are left groping in the dark, forced to speculate and reconstruct ways of life based on fragments of information.But what if there was a better way?In The Genetic Book of the Dead, Richard Dawkins explores the untapped potential of DNA to transform and transcend our understanding of evolution. In the future, a zoologist presented with a hitherto unknown animal will be able to read its body and its genes as detailed descriptions of the world its ancestors inhabited. This 'book of the dead' would uncover the remarkable ways in which animals have overcome obstacles, adapted to their environments and, again and again, developed remarkably similar ways of finding solutions to life's problems. What biologists call ?convergent evolution', the way in which species separated by vast stretches of time have evolved surprisingly recognisable forms and functions, is one of the most powerful and least understood forces driving life on earth.From the bestselling author of The Selfish Gene comes a revolutionary book that unlocks the door to a past more vivid, nuanced and fascinating than anything we have ever seen.

Intended for ELINT professionals, this work gives a view of radar's role in ELINT. It explains how to identify different classes of radar signals and determine their source and location. It covers systems performance issues and evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of different systems configurations.

This book explores new pedagogical challenges and potentials of the Anthropocene era. The authors argue that this new epoch, with an unstable climate, new kinds of globally spreading viruses, and new knowledges, calls for a new way of educating and an alertness to new philosophies of education and pedagogical imaginations, thoughts, and practices.

The SPSS Survival Manual throws a lifeline to students and researchers grappling with this powerful data analysis software

Providing readers with an introduction to how to conduct a research synthesis of literature, this Fifth Edition has new material on the use of the internet and other new developments in technology, including new statistics for describing meta-analytic results

The Pfizer Papers features new reports written by WarRoom/DailyClout research volunteers, which are based on the primary source Pfizer clinical trial documents released under court order and on related medical literature.

Hemmeligheten bak gode beslutninger. Bedre beslutninger er en lettlest, tankevekkende og lærerik bok om beslutningspsykologi av Jan-Ole Hesselberg og Reidunn Lognvik Reinholdt - ypperlig for alle som vil vite mer om hjernen og treffe bedre beslutninger, både hjemme og på jobb. Du tar rundt to millioner valg i løpet av livet. De fleste spiller liten rolle. Men du tar også beslutninger som betyr mye, både for deg selv og for andre. Med utgangspunkt i egen og andres forskning avdekker Hesselberg de usynlige kreftene som styrer valgene dine - enten du tar dem alene eller sammen med andre. Gjennom underholdende eksempler viser han hvorfor beslutninger ofte blir dårligere enn de kunne ha vært, og hvordan du kan ta kontrollen.

Widely acclaimed algebra text. This book is designed to give the reader insight into the power and beauty that accrues from a rich interplay between different areas of mathematics.

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Help protect your network with this important reference work on cyber security First and second order electric and electronic circuits contain energy storage elements, capacitors and inductors, fundamental to both time and frequency domain circuit response behavior, including exponential decay, overshoot, ringing, and frequency domain resonance. First and Second Order Circuits and Equations provides an insightful and detailed learning and reference resource for circuit theory and its many perspectives and duals, such as voltage and current, inductance and capacitance, and serial and parallel. Organized and presented to make each information topic immediately accessible, First and Second Order Circuits and Equations offers readers the opportunity to learn circuit theory faster and with greater understanding. First and Second Order Circuits and Equations readers will also find: Root locus charts of second order characteristic equation roots both in terms of damping factor ζ as well as damping constant α. Detailed treatment of quality factor Q and its relationship to bandwidth and damping in both frequency and time domains. Inductor and capacitor branch relationship step response insights in terms of calculus intuition. Derivations of voltage divider and current divider formulae in terms of Kirchhoff's laws. First and Second Order Circuits and Equations is an essential tool for electronic industry professionals learning circuits on the job, as well as for electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and physics students learning circuits and their related differential equations.