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La ciencia pop
by Gabriel LeonLa ciencia pop es un libro de divulgación apasionante ¿Por qué los tomates lindos son desabridos? ¿Cómo el descubrimiento de un Premio Nobel hizo quebrar un país? ¿Qué tienen que ver las palomas con los misiles y las guerras? ¿De qué están hechos los genes? ¿Cómo fue descubierta la sacarina? ¿Se puede afirmar que las fresas son chilenas? ¿Qué tienen que ver las jibias de la Quinta Región en los avances de la neurobiología? ¿Podemos decir que el agua tiene recuerdos? ¿Que las plantas son inteligentes? El científico chileno Gabriel León aborda estas y otras preguntas y las responde de una manera amena y convincente, para acercanos así a un mundo a veces incógnito y, en el camino, despejar los secretos del planeta y nuestra especie.
La ciencia pop 2
by Gabriel LeonUn compilado de crónicas sobre eventos de la ciencia destinado a un público no especializado Repitiendo la fórmula de su primera versión, Ciencia pop 2 entrega nuevas historias y hazañas científicas. Biografías, descubrimientos, accidentes, errores e incógnitas son abordadas mediante una pluma informada y fascinante. Historias que son capaces de enseñar y, a la vez, de abrir puertas de una materia enigmática y estremecedora, pero al mismo tiempo, presente en todo lo que nos rodea.
Ciencia sin ficción: Cinco historias
by Jesús MéndezUn compendio indispensable que nos acerca a la cara más humana de la ciencia. Ciencia sin ficción es un título, un concepto y una declaración de intenciones que parte de dos ideas complementarias: por un lado, se basa en la convicción de que la ciencia es un terreno fértil y poco explorado donde aprovechar lo que el Nuevo Periodismo llamó en su día literatura de no ficción; por otro, se asienta en la creencia de que son muy pocos los relatos o novelas que consideran la ciencia como paisaje o motor, más allá de los encuadrados dentro de una imaginaria, distópica o alternativa ciencia ficción. Con estas premisas en mente, esta obra recoge cinco historias esencialmente narrativas: los orígenes y las implicaciones de la tecnología CRISPR para la revolución genética; una conversación con Pedro Duque sobre su primer viaje espacial; un alegato personal y general contra las irracionalidades de las pseudociencias; un viaje desde los orígenes de la física cuántica hasta Instagram, y una conversación de ficción sobre la inteligencia artificial más actual y sus algoritmos y consecuencias. Las firman el médico, científico y periodista Jesús Méndez; el bioquímico y periodista Pere Estupinyà; el periodista Javier Salas; el astrofísico, poeta y periodista Sergio C. Fanjul, y la escritora Belén Gopegui. Ciencia sin ficción se propone agrupar caminos para, con ello, reforzarlos. Pretende ser, más allá de una declaración de intenciones, un impulso, una etiqueta de reunión.
Ciencias (Edicion para Texas)
by Michael Anthony Dispezio Barbara K. Foots Kate Boehm Nyquist Karen L. Ostlund Angie L. Matamoros Timothy CooneyA Science Textbook in Spanish
Ciencias (Edicion para Texas, Grade 4)
by Michael Anthony Dispezio Barbara K. Foots Kate Boehm Nyquist Karen L. Ostlund Angie L. Matamoros Timothy CooneySpanish Science Textbook.
Ciencias y Technologia (Grado #6)
by Holt Rinehart Winston StaffSpanish textbook on science and technology.
El científico rebelde
by Freeman DysonEstos ensayos, surgidos de la pluma de un extraordinario científico y magnífico escritor, iluminan tanto la historia de la ciencia como los polémicos debates actuales sobre ciencia, ética y religión. Desde Galileo hasta los astrónomos aficionados de la actualidad, los científicos siempre han sido rebeldes, espíritus libres que resisten las ataduras que la sociedad les impone. En su búsqueda de las verdades de la naturaleza les guía tanto la imaginación como la razón, y sus teorías más importantes tienen la excepcionalidad y la belleza de las grandes obras de arte. Freeman Dyson, uno de los científicos más respetados del mundo, opina que la mejor manera de entender la ciencia es entender a quienes la practican. Nos cuenta las historias de científicos trabajando: desde la entrega de Newton a la física, la alquimia, la teología y la política, hasta el descubrimiento de la estructura del átomo que hizo Rutherford o la tenaz resistencia de Einstein a la idea de los agujeros negros. Reseñas:«Una de las mentes más originales del mundo.»The Times «Dyson se ha convertido en uno de los más elocuentes intérpretes de la ciencia.»George Johnson, The New York Times «Lo que este libro contiene realmente es sabiduría, una sabiduría que nos ayuda a comprender cómo piensan y trabajan los científicos, y cómo la ciencia, bien entendida, nos ayuda a comprender mejor nuestro mundo.»Gregory M. Lamb, The Christian Science Monitor «Un caso evidente de omisión en los premios Nobel. Esta adictiva antología muestra a las claras su inteligencia.»Pathik Guha, The Telegraph «Dyson personifica el ideal del científico como iconoclasta. En esta fantástica antología reflexiona sobre la ética de la nanotecnología y la ingeniería genética, el crucial papel de los amateurs en ciencia y la riqueza de la "imaginación de la naturaleza.» «Provocador, emocionante y siempre sorprendente.»Wired «En esta ecléctica y maravillosa antología, Dyson exhibe la precisión de sus ideas en una prosa clara como el cristal, y los lectores acabarán entusiasmados ante la amplitud de sus conocimientos, la increíble habilidad para enlazar temas distintos y sus múltiples afirmaciones provocadoras.»Publishers Weekly
El científico rebelde
by Freeman DysonDesde Galileo hasta los astrónomos aficionados de la actualidad, los científicos siempre han sido rebeldes. Freeman Dyson, uno de los científicos más respetados del mundo, piensa que la mejor manera de entender la ciencia es comprender a quienes la practican, y para ello se remite a los grandes nombres, desde Galileo y Newton hasta Einstein o Rutherford. Más allá de cuestiones concretas, Dyson reflexiona sobre temas filosóficos amplios, como los límites del reduccionismo, la conservación del medio ambiente o la relación entre ciencia y religión.
Cigarette Smoke Toxicity: Linking Individual Chemicals to Human Diseases
by David BernhardSmoking causes and contributes to a large number of human diseases, yet due to the large number of potentially hazardous compounds in cigarette smoke -- almost 5,000 chemicals have been identified, establishing the link between smoking and disease has often proved difficult. This unbiased and scientifically accurate overview of current knowledge begins with an overview of the chemical constituents in cigarette smoke, their fate in the human body, and their documented toxic effects on various cells and tissues. Recent results detailing the many ways components of cigarette smoke adversely affect human health are also presented, highlighting the role of smoking in cardiovascular, respiratory, infectious and other diseases. A final chapter discusses current strategies for the treatment and prevention of smoking-induced illness. Despite the obvious importance of the topic, this is the first comprehensive reference on tobacco smoke toxicity, making for essential reading for all toxicologists and healthcare professionals dealing with smoking-related diseases.
CIGOS 2021, Emerging Technologies and Applications for Green Infrastructure: Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Geotechnics, Civil Engineering and Structures (Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering #203)
by Cuong Ha-Minh Anh Minh Tang Tinh Quoc Bui Xuan Hong Vu Dat Vu Khoa HuynhThis book highlights the key role of green infrastructure (GI) in providing natural and ecosystem solutions, helping alleviate many of the environmental, social, and economic problems caused by rapid urbanization. The book gathers the emerging technologies and applications in various disciplines involving geotechnics, civil engineering, and structures, which are presented in numerous high-quality papers by worldwide researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and entrepreneurs at the 6th CIGOS event, 2021. Moreover, by sharing knowledge and experiences around emerging GI technologies and policy issues, the book aims at encouraging adoption of GI technologies as well as building capacity for implementing GI practices at all scales. This book is useful for researchers and professionals in designing, building, and managing sustainable buildings and infrastructure.
Cilia: Development and Disease
by Paraskevi GoggolidouThe scope of the book is to highlight the diverse roles of cilia in human development and disease. Almost all cell types form cilia and although they were first detected about 200 years ago, their significance was unclear. In the past ten years, it has become obvious that cilia have got sensory functions, as well as roles in motility and their mis-formation or the deregulation of the signaling pathways they control has been associated with defective development and human disease. Although research has concentrated on the role of the cilium in each organ, no effort has been made so far to bring all this information together and relate it to the various human diseases. This book aims to gather all the expertise that has been acquired on primary cilia and translate it into a medical and research context that will be of interest to postgraduate students, researchers, medics and scientists.
Cilia: Methods and Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology #2725)
by Vito MennellaThis volume covers the latest advancements in the study of ciliary complexity. Protocols cover genomic, proteomic, imaging, and functional analysis of different ciliated tissues and their wide applicability in cilia biology. Chapters in this book primarily focus on methods to study multiciliated cells, and discuss topics such as SARS-CoV-2 infections of human primary nasal multiciliated epithelial cells; expansion microscopy of ciliary proteins; live-imaging centriole amplification in mouse brain multiciliated cells; biophysical properties of cilia motility; and mucociliary transport device construction. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format, chapters include introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratory protocols, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls.Cutting-edge and thorough, Cilia: Methods and Protocols is a valuable resource for researchers who are interested in learning more about this developing field.
Cilia: Methods and Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology #1454)
by Peter Satir Søren Tvorup ChristensenThis volume is the result of an explosion ofmolecular-based research on Cilia, which began with the discovery of theuniversality of intraflagellar transport (IFT) and ciliary genomics/proteomics. The chapters in this book cover topics such as: high resolution imaging andfunctional characterization of sensory and primary cilia in mammalian cells andzebrafish, methods to study ciliary-mediated chemoresponse in Paramecium,and methods to study centrosomes and cilia in C. elegans and Drosophila. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format,chapters include introduction to their respective topics, lists of thenecessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratoryprotocols, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls. Practical and cutting-edge, Cilia:Methods and Protocols is broad and covers motile, sensory, and primarycells. It is a valuable resource to anyone interested in entering the field ofciliary biology using model organisms, including flagellate algae, ciliates,planaria, nematodes, insects, zebrafish, and mammalian cells.
Cilia and Mucus: From Development to Respiratory Defense
by Matthias SalatheThis book details advances in research regarding cilia, mucus, and mucociliary clearance, examining changes in mucus expression and goblet cell metaplasia, and assessing the ability of the mucociliary system to respond to abnormalities. Recognizes that cilia and dynein arms play pivotal roles in developing mammalian embryos!Examines the rol
Cilia and Nervous System Development and Function
by Tamara Caspary Kerry L. TuckerCilia are tiny microtubule-based organelles projecting from the plasma membrane of practically all cells in the body. In the past 10 years a flurry of research has indicated a crucial role of this long-neglected organelle in the development and function of the central nervous system. A common theme of these studies is the critical dependency of signal transduction of the Sonic hedgehog, and more recently, Wnt signaling pathways upon cilia to regulate fate decisions and morphogenesis. Both primary and motile cilia also play crucial roles in the function of the nervous system, including the primary processing of sensory information, the control of body mass, and higher functions such as behavior and cognition, serving as "antennae" for neurons to sense and process their environment. In this book we describe the structure and function of cilia and the various tissues throughout the brain and spinal cord that are dependent upon cilia for their proper development and function.
Cilia, Mucus, and Mucociliary Interactions
by Gerald L. Baum Zvi Priel Yehudah Roth Nadav Liron Ervin OstfeldWritten by nearly 60 of the world's leading investigators in this rapidly expanding field, this state-of-the-art reference furnishes detailed presentations on the basic science and clinical aspects of cilia, mucus, and mucociliary interactions. Providing stimulating coverage of the latest information in a single source, Cilia, Mucus, and Mucoci
Cincinnati Observatory: Its Critical Role in the Birth and Evolution of Astronomy in America (Historical & Cultural Astronomy)
by Stella Cottam John E. VentrePreviously dependent on Europe for scientific knowledge, the United States came into its own during the nineteenth century. A prime example of this is evident in the establishment of the Cincinnati Observatory, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Funded by the citizenry of that city, it was initiated, with ceremony, by the oration by former President John Quincy Adams, at the laying of the cornerstone in 1843.In this book, you will read about the Cincinnati Observatory's most notable contributions, big and small, that were made over the course of its years in existence. You will learn about the Observatory's role in primitive weather forecasting, star cataloging, and even advancements it helped to create during World War II. Now known as the Cincinnati Observatory Center, it is a functional observatory and a dedicated center of astronomy education for all ages. It continues to contribute a rich cultural and scientific history to its community and nation.
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, The
by Joy W. KraftOpening day, September 18, 1875, dawned sunless and chilly, a shaky start for the second zoological garden in the United States. Exhibits were unfinished, and animals remained crated. The polar bear had not arrived, and the collection on display included a feeble tiger, a blind hyena, an elephant rescued from a bankrupt circus, a talking crow, eight small monkeys, and 400 birds. Despite the rough start, the venture by bird-lover Andrew Erkenbrecher and friends blossomed into a top-tier zoo inspiring a passion for nature-a champion of endangered species with its own college-preparatory high school and an unrivaled commitment to education, research, and innovative breeding programs. It has survived The Perils of Pauline economics as stubborn Cincinnatians came to its rescue time after time, charmed by animals and events found here: chimps Mr. and Mrs. Rooney, Susie the Gorilla who took tea and smoked Chesterfields, Rodney the boxing kangaroo, Martha the last passenger pigeon on earth, outdoor operas, and dancing under the stars.
Cindynics, The Science of Danger: A Wake-up Call
by Guy PlanchetteThis book offers a new perspective to uncover the keys to accident and disaster avoidance. Created with a working group, it presents research and understanding on the root causes of disasters. Indeed, beyond technical failures, human beings are at the heart of organizations and, through the exchange of data and information, influential relationships inevitably emerge such as conflicts of interest and cooperation.With examples selected from multiple accidents and disasters, this book demonstrates that analyzing the causal chain that leads to an accident is not sufficient if we wish to truly understand it. The role of operational and managerial actors and the complexities they generate are also explored.Cindynics, The Science of Danger helps readers develop their ability to identify gaps, deficits, dissonances, disjunctions, degenerations and blockages, which are the real dangers in inevitably evolving activity situations. With an easily-understandable approach, this book offers new perspectives in several fields (health, crisis management and conflict resolution).
The Cinema in Flux: The Evolution of Motion Picture Technology from the Magic Lantern to the Digital Era
by Lenny LiptonThe first of its kind, this book traces the evolution of motion picture technology in its entirety. Beginning with Huygens' magic lantern and ending in the current electronic era, it explains cinema’s scientific foundations and the development of parallel enabling technologies alongside the lives of the innovators. Product development issues, business and marketplace factors, the interaction of aesthetic and technological demands, and the patent system all play key roles in the tale. The topics are covered sequentially, with detailed discussion of the transition from the magic lantern to Edison’s invention of the 35mm camera, the development of the celluloid cinema, and the transition from celluloid to digital. Unique and essential reading from a lifetime innovator in the field of cinema technology, this engaging and well-illustrated book will appeal to anyone interested in the history and science of cinema, from movie buffs to academics and members of the motion picture industry.
Cinnamon: Botany, Agronomy, Chemistry and Industrial Applications
by Ranjith Senaratne Ranjith PathiranaCinnamon is the common name for the spice obtained from the dried inner bark of several species of the genus Cinnamomum in the Lauraceae family. In world trade, Cinnamomum cassia (L.) J. Presl Cinnamomum burmannii dominate, but it is of a different quality to ‘true’ or ‘Ceylon’ cinnamon produced from Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume (C. verum J. Presl), with the latter much easier to process, giving a more delicate, sweeter flavor with nuances of clove, but more importantly with only traces (often below detection thresholds) of coumarin, compared with 5–7 g/kg in other species. Cinnamon has been a popular and expensive spice in many civilizations, including ancient Egypt, Rome and in 14th and 15th century Europe, where it was used primarily to preserve meat for its antibacterial properties, fine aroma and flavor. Ancient Egyptians used cinnamon in mummification process due to its antibacterial properties and fragrance. The quest for cinnamon brought many explorers to Ceylon, whose ancient history is intertwined with the cinnamon trade. Ancient Egyptians and Romans used cinnamon as a valued spice and as an incense.In recent years, much research has been conducted in crop improvement, processing and value addition in cinnamon. In addition to direct use as a condiment/spice, cinnamon has found a multitude of uses in the food and beverage, traditional medicine, pharmacology, nutraceutical and cosmetics industries. Ceylon cinnamon is unique in that oils distilled from the bark (major constituents are cinnamaldehyde and oleoresins), leaf (eugenol is the major constituent used in dentistry, perfumes, flavorings and as an antioxidant) and roots (camphor) have different industrial uses. Cinnamaldehyde is now a proven natural bactericide widely used in food and beverage industry, effective against Salmonella spp. and Escherichia coli. Thus, it has become an important natural component of organic fruit and vegetable juices to enhance microbial safety of these nutritious beverages.Because of its manifold uses, cinnamon is an important crop. There have been many recent publications on its ethnobotany, genetics, crop improvement, agronomy, processing, biotechnology, chemistry, food and medicinal uses, and industrial applications. However, one book condensing all these findings is lacking. Our publication, with chapters devoted to all these aspects of cinnamon written by experts in these fields, condenses current knowledge into a single source and contribute to the advancement and dissemination of knowledge and technology. Contributors to the book constitute internationally renowned senior scientists and academics with hands-on experience as well as movers and shakers of industry, thereby striking a right balance between theory and practice. Therefore it is a valuable source for students, teachers, scientists, planners policy makers, practicing agriculturists and industrialists, and a prized acquisition to any library in higher education institutions, R & D institutions and public and private sector institutions in agriculture and allied fields.
Cinnamon and Cassia: The Genus Cinnamomum (Medicinal And Aromatic Plants S. - Industrial Profiles Ser.)
by P. N. Ravindran K. Nirmal Babu M. ShylajaCinnamon and Cassia, the "Spices of Life", together constitute one of the most widely used group of spices. A comprehensive volume, Cinnamon and Cassia: Genus Cinnamomum explores in detail Srilankan cinnamon, Chinese cassia, Indonesian cassia, Indian cassia, camphor, and also the important related and useful spices of Cinnamomum.The introdu
Cinnamon: A Medicinal Plant and A Functional Food Systems (Food Bioactive Ingredients)
by Jian Ju Mozaniel Santana de Oliveira Yu QiaoThis work addresses the multiple possibilities for using cinnamon for applications in food science technology and to help in the complimentary treatment and prevention of diseases, with priority given to secondary metabolites produced by this plant. Issues related to the functions of cinnamon and its applications, as well as the biosynthetic pathways of production by plants, are covered in depth. The link between food science and technology and specific medicinal plants has not been explored enough in the current literature, and this text looks to bridge this gap in its extensive coverage of cinnamon. CINNAMON: A Functional Food and Medicinal Plant provides readers with a broad and diverse overview of the importance of secondary metabolites produced by plants and the possibilities for innovative biotechnological approaches that introduce new potential to a wide range of industrial products. The application of cinnamon in products across food science and its numerous health benefits are outlined, including its use as a complimentary medicine for a number of diseases. This book features the main cinnamon varieties and production areas plus quality evaluation and bioactive compound extraction methods. The multiple applications of spices in foods are covered in depth, plus antioxidant activity and inhibitory effects on bacteria and fungi. Beyond its use in foods, readers will find chapters covering the antiviral effects of cinnamon and its use for the treatment and prevention of diabetes and other disorders. Also important is coverage on the safety aspects of cinnamon and its extracts. To date no book has exclusively covered the many uses of cinnamon and cinnamon extracts in food and pharmaceutical applications. This much-needed work provides a fully up to date and extensive overview for researchers to examine the many uses of cinnamon across multiple products and industries.
Circa Now
by Amber McRee TurnerTwelve-year-old Circa Monroe has a knack for restoring old photographs. It's a skill she learned from her dad, who loves old pictures and putting fun digital twists on them. His altered "Shopt" photos look so real that they could fool nearly anybody, and Circa treasures the fun stories he makes up to explain each creation. One day, her father receives a strange phone call requesting an urgent delivery, and he heads out into a storm. The unimaginable happens: a tornado, then a terrible accident, and Circa never sees her dad again. Just as Circa and her mom begin to pick up the pieces, a mysterious boy shows up on their doorstep, a boy called Miles who remembers nothing about his past. The only thing he has with him is the photograph that Circa's dad intended to deliver on the day he died. As Circa tries to help Miles recover his identity, she begins to notice something strange about the photos she and her father retouched???the digital flourishes added to the old photos seem to exist in real life. The mysteries of the Shopt photos and Miles's past are intertwined, and in order to solve both, Circa will have to figure out what's real and what's an illusion. With stunning prose, captivating photographs, and a hint of magic, Circa Now is a gripping story full of hope and heart.