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Bioconvergence Revolution: Challenges and Opportunities in Research Productivity
by Nina Siragusa André T. NematThis book offers a comprehensive overview of how to utilize the bioconvergence revolution to substantially enhance research productivity. It carefully addresses critical issues such as ethical dilemmas, collaborative dynamics, funding, and operational efficiency, complete with concrete examples of how to overcome these challenges. Historically, the natural world has served as a profound source of inspiration for technological innovation. The natural materials, structures, and processes found in organisms have facilitated numerous scientific advancements. Presently, the integration of nature with scientific research is intensified through convergence. The book explores this convergence as a multidisciplinary approach that leverages the synergies among digital technologies, material sciences, and biotechnology, aiming to significantly accelerate and broaden the scope of scientific breakthroughs. This volume provides a scholarly account of the emerging opportunities catalyzed by bioconvergence, emphasizing the necessity for rigorous ethical frameworks and standards as biotechnologies and digital tools converge to explore new frontiers. It delves into the challenges of financing scientific advancement and articulates how funding underpins multidisciplinary research efforts. Featuring Israel as a leader in this revolutionary field, the book meticulously outlines the Israeli ecosystem as a paradigm of innovation in bioconvergence. This work possesses a broad interdisciplinary appeal, making it an essential resource for researchers in both industry and academia, as well as for scholars and funding bodies dedicated to the advancement of science.
Gender and Physics in the Academy: Theory, Policy and Practice in European Perspective
by Pauline Leonard, Meytal Eran Jona, Yosef Nir, and Marika TaylorThis innovative interdisciplinary collection confronts the worldwide challenge of women's under-representation in science through an interrogation of the field of physics and its gender imbalance. Leading physicists and sociologists from across Europe collaborate to adopt a comparative approach. They draw on theoretical perspectives and empirical evidence to explore the reasons behind low participation levels, from entering the field to sustaining a career, emphasising the importance of social perspectives over biological explanations. Evaluating policy solutions implemented in various European contexts, this book offers key insights into the world of women physicists and sheds light on their life stories.
Holy Winter 20/21
by Maria StepanovaA deeply moving poem about winter and exile, war and the pandemic from “Russia’s greatest living poet” (Poetry) and the acclaimed author of In Memory of Memory The outbreak of Covid-19 cut short Maria Stepanova’s 2020 stay in Cambridge. Back in Russia, she spent the ensuing months in a state of torpor—the world had withdrawn from her, time had “gone numb.” When she awoke from this state, she began to read Ovid, and the shock of the pandemic dissolved into the voices and metaphors of a transformative, epochal experience. Her book-length poem Holy Winter, written in a frenzy of poetic inspiration, speaks of winter and war, of banishment and exile, of social isolation and existential abandonment. Stepanova finds sublime imagery for the process of falling silent, interweaving love letters and travelogues, Chinese verse and Danish fairy tales into a polyphonic evocation of frozen time and its slow thawing. As a poet and essayist, Stepanova was a highly influential figure for many years in Moscow’s cosmopolitan literary scene until it was strangled by Putin, along with civil liberties and dissent. Like Joseph Brodsky before her, she has mastered modern poetry’s rich repertoire of forms and moves effortlessly between the languages and traditions of Russian, European, and transatlantic literature, potently yet subtly creating a voice like no other. Her poetry, which here echoes verses by Pushkin and Lermontov, Mandelstam and Tsvetaeva, is not hermetic. She takes in and incorporates the confusing signals from social networks and the media, opening herself up to the voices of kindred poets like Sylvia Plath, Inger Christensen, and Anne Carson.
Lies He Told Me: She's in love—with a liar.
by James Patterson David EllisAn attorney and mother of two discovers her husband&’s secret life—and it might cost them all their lives."Wow! Lies He Told Me is a roller coaster from start to finish! I was hooked from the first page, and the final twist blew me away! This is a thriller you won't want to miss!" —Freida McFadden, #1 bestselling author of The Housemaid Everyone in Hemingway Grove, Illinois, knows David and Marcie Bowers. David owns the local pub. Marcie is a former big-city lawyer who practices family law. When David jumps into Cotton River to save a drowning stranger, he&’s celebrated as a hero. His muscled physique, shaved head, and piercing blue eyes are broadcast on every news outlet. For most people, newfound fame is a lifeline. For David Bowers, it&’s a death sentence. For Marcie Bowers, it&’s a test. A wife knows the difference between a loving husband and father and a cold-blooded assassin. Right?
The Mighty Red: The powerful new novel from the beloved Pulitzer Prize-winning author
by Louise Erdrich'Erdrich remains one of the world's literary giants' Boston GlobeIn Argus, North Dakota, a fraught wedding is taking place. Gary Geist, a terrified young man set to inherit two farms, is desperate to marry Kismet Poe. Gary thinks Kismet is the answer to all of his problems; Kismet can't even imagine her future, let alone the kind of future Gary might offer. During a clumsy proposal, Kismet misses her chance to say 'no' and so the die is cast. Hugo has been in love with Kismet for years. He has been her friend, confidante and occasionally her lover - and now she is marrying Gary, Hugo is determined to steal her back. Meanwhile Kismet's mother, Crystal, hauls sugar beets for Gary's family, and on her nightly truck drives along the highway from the farm to the factories, she tunes in to the darkness of late-night radio, sees visions of guardian angels, and worries for the future - both her daughter's and her own. Starkly beautiful like the landscape it inhabits, The Mighty Red is about ordinary people who dream, grow up, fall in love, struggle, endure tragedy, carry bitter secrets. And as with every book this great modern master writes, The Mighty Red is about our tattered bond with the earth, and about love in all of its absurdity and splendour. A new novel by Louise Erdrich is a major literary event; gorgeous and heartrending, The Mighty Red is a triumph.
Women and Attempted Suicide (Routledge Revivals)
by Raymond JackAttempted suicide began to increase inexorably in western societies following World War II. In Britain, it reached epidemic proportions in 1976 when 120,000 cases were reported. More accurately termed “self-poisoning” as the majority of cases involve deliberate, non-fatal overdosing on pills, this remarkable social-medical phenomenon remains without any generally accepted explanation. First published in 1992, Women and Attempted Suicide suggests that two factors have contributed to this failure, the neglect of gender issues and the influence of psychiatry on explanations of deviant behaviour.The book offers a new psycho-social explanation based on the theory of Causal Attribution. This suggests that as a result of their socialization, individuals differ in the causes to which they attribute their problems and that some causal attributions are more helpful than others in coping with problems. The volume argues that certain women – and others such as the unemployed and underprivileged who may have limited control over their lives – acquire a “helpless” attributional style. This renders them less able to cope with adversity, more likely to turn to doctors when it befalls them, and more likely to be prescribed psychotropic drugs. When pills fail to solve problems, helplessness may turn to hopelessness and self-poisoning.This book will be of interest to students and researchers in many disciplines and particularly of psychology, medical sociology, and women studies.
Reflections on Life and Religion: Sir James Baillie (Routledge Revivals)
by Sir Walter Moberly Oliver De SelincourtFirst published in 1952, Reflections on Life and Religion is a collection of selected entries made by Sir James Baillie from 1893 to his death. These entries, preserved as MS. Volumes labeled “Privatissima”, are a record of the inner mind of a thinker of wide culture who enjoyed extensive contacts with public affairs as well as with worlds of philosophy and education.The book is divided into three main sections dealing with religion; ethical and social philosophy; and metaphysics and theory of knowledge. Each of these sections is further divided into several shorter subsections, in accordance with the requirements of the subject area. The appendix contains a number of short entries which could not find a suitable place in the main body of the text.This volume will be a fascinating read for anyone interested in religion, philosophy, and particularly metaphysics.
International Capitalism and Industrial Restructuring: A Critical Analysis (Routledge Revivals)
by Richard PeetFirst published in 1987, International Capitalism and Industrial Restructuring counters the idea that industrial restructuring is a relatively problem-free stage in the evolution to a post-industrial society. The editor argues that the permanent loss of eight million manufacturing jobs in the advanced industrial countries over the past ten years has had extremely serious effects on people, economies, and societies, and that it is a major cause of economic recession. The six million jobs gained in the newly industrializing countries pay low wages, expose workers to hazards, destroy local cultures, and fail in generating integrated development for the Third World.Many outstanding articles are included, drawn from a wide variety of radical journals, with introductions that set the scene and pose challenging questions. All students and researchers concerned with industrial restructuring in the capitalist world will find the book valuable as a radical critique of widespread current economic problems.
The Politics of Curriculum Change (Routledge Revivals)
by Tony Becher Stuart MaclureCurriculum development occupied an increasingly important place on the educational scene in the mid 1960s, foreshadowing much of the national debate initiated by the Prime Minister of Britain in late 1976. The agencies for development take different forms in different countries, but the underlying issues are remarkably similar across the globe. It is the basic framework common to all planned curriculum change which The Politics of Curriculum Change (originally published in 1978) is concerned to bring into sharper focus.A major consideration in embarking on or analysing any curriculum programme is the extent to which it reflects public concerns about education. The notion of the ‘public curriculum’ is a central strand in the authors’ argument. It leads naturally into a discussion of mechanisms for control and development, and the political acceptability of new proposals to teachers, parents, pupils, and the public at large. But curriculum change has its internal, as well as its external politics. These are reflected in the contrasting styles of development, varied forms of evaluation, and in the conflicting response of the profession, both to change of the curriculum as a whole, and to a piecemeal subject-by-subject approach. The authors give these working aspects of curriculum development as careful attention as they afford to the larger issues of schooling in society.All in all, this book offers a view which has not hitherto been clearly articulated, but which is essential to understanding what curriculum development is all about. Its authors are in a good position to do this: one had a particularly close involvement with the external, and the other with the internal politics of development, and they previously worked together on an international study of curriculum.
Delivering Motherhood: Maternal Ideologies and Practices in the 19th and 20th Centuries (Routledge Revivals)
by Katherine Arnup Andrée Lévesque Ruth Roach PiersonIn the course of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, motherhood in Canada, as elsewhere in the western world, became contested terrain. Male medical practitioners vied with midwives, and midwives with nurses, while reform-minded middle-class women joined with the eugenically minded state officials in efforts to control the quantity and quality of the population. As reproduction gained in importance as a political as well as a religious issue, motherhood became the centre of debate over public health and welfare policies and formed the cornerstone of feminist and anti-feminist, as well as nationalist and pacifist ideologies.Originally published in 1990, Delivering Motherhood (now with a new preface by Katherine Arnup) is the first comprehensive study on the history of this complex development in Canada, where control over the different stages of reproduction, from conception, to delivery, to childcare, shifted from the central figure of the mother to experts and professionals. The contributions range from the treatment of single mothers in Montreal in the Depression to La Leche League in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s.This book will be an essential read for students and researchers of women’s studies, feminist studies, women’s history, and sociology.
Pilkington Brothers and the Glass Industry (Routledge Revivals)
by T. C. BarkerFirst published in 1960, Pilkington Brothers and the Glass Industry is a comprehensive economic history of the glass industry in Britain. It charts the story of Pilkington Brothers and the manufacture of window and plate glass in Britain up to 1914. The epilogue to the book discusses the events that impacted the glass industry from 1914–1959.The volume gives an extensive account of the family background of the Pilkington family; the historical background to the flat glass industry in Britain; the challenges posed and opportunities opened up by — arrival and removal of competitors, excise duty and window tax, international competition from Belgium and tariffs on imports, new techniques and technological advancement, and labour crises and trade unionism. This book will be of interest to students and researchers of business, economics, and history.Due to modern production methods, it has not been possible to include some fold-out maps within the book. Any purchasers of the book will be able to receive a free pdf of the relevant pages by contacting Routledge Customer Services. https://www.routledge.com/contacts/customer-service
Music in English Children's Drama of the Later Renaissance (Routledge Revivals)
by Linda Phyllis AusternOriginally published in 1992, Music in English Children’s Drama of the Later Renaissance is the first book-length study to examine the Elizabethan and Jacobean children’s drama, not only from a musicological perspective, but also drawing on the histories of literature, culture, and the theater. It gives the children’s companies new historical significance, showing that they were an integral and ultimately influential part of the London theatrical world. These companies originated important features of later drama, such as music before and between acts, and the exploitation of different timbres for specific effects.Those interested in music history, English literature, theater history, and cultural history will find this a comprehensive and fascinating study. Of special note are the appendices, which offer a unique and important reference source by providing the only definitive list of the plays and songs used by the children.
Development from Within: Survival in Rural Africa (Routledge Revivals)
by D. R. F. Taylor Fiona MackenzieThe decade of 1980s was one of crisis for Africa. Neither African governments nor development agencies made a significant impact on the quality of life of rural people. The enormous range of contexts in Africa — social, economic, political, cultural, and environmental — limits the value of the search for universal solutions to endemic problems. First published in 1992, Development from Within examines an alternative framework, arguing for flexibility and specificity. The authors use case studies to explore the complex social relationships of power — from the household to the state. They argue for the knowledge and skill of African people and illustrate the diverse means by which men and women in rural Africa struggle to survive.This book will be a beneficial read for students and researchers of African studies, development studies, economics, and sociology.
Into Another Mould: Change and Continuity in English Culture 1625–1700 (Routledge Revivals)
by T.G.S. Cain Ken RobinsonIt is widely agreed that the period from 1625 to 1700 witnessed radical shifts in English life and thought. For historians of politics, science, religion, and philosophy, it is a time when the intellectual bases of modern thought and modern institutions were in the process of formation: divine monarchy gave way to contractual monarchy, the ‘truths’ of received authority gave way to those reached by inductive reasoning.Although the year 1660 to some extent marks a turning point, this comprehensive and fascinating book, Into Another Mould (originally published in 1992), demonstrates an underlying continuity within the period of Stuart rule. It presents thinkers and writers before and after 1660 responding to similar dilemmas, albeit with different attitudes, methods, and conclusions.Central to this volume are the related concepts of authority and reason. By looking at the changing attitudes to these two concepts in all spheres of life, it examines the crucial developments of the period and their bearing on the literature. Within this framework, the authors examine social and political history, religious belief and scientific knowledge, and painting, sculpture, and architecture as contexts for the literature of the time. This book will be a beneficial read for students and researchers of English literature, history, and cultural studies.
Mary Kingsley: A Victorian in the Jungle (Routledge Revivals)
by Olwen CampbellThe name of Mary Kingsley deserves to be more widely known than it is today. A woman of rare abilities and boundless courage, living in an age when the narrowest Victorian conventions about the duties of daughters in the home still prevailed, she nevertheless achieved fame and distinction as a traveller in the wildest regions of West Africa, a writer, an ethnologist, and an expert on Colonial Government.As a young woman, Mary Kingsley had no life beyond the strict confines of her home; not until 1892, when she was thirty, did freedom come to her. Instantly this astonishing young woman began the work, which was to lead her to remote, unexplored regions of ‘the Coast’. Along unmapped rivers, to a study of cannibals, and in England, to a political struggle to which she wholeheartedly gave herself for the welfare of the peoples of West Africa, until her death in 1900.In vivid, discursive travel books, Mary Kingsley described her experiences with immense detachment and humour. These lengthy works have long been out of print, but in Mary Kingsley: A Victorian in the Jungle (first published in 1957.) Olwen Campbell, by presenting selected extracts, preserves in a concise form the record of these strange adventures. But the adventures themselves are only a part of a remarkable life story. The effects on Mary Kingsley’s character of her oppressive home life are fully brought out for the first time, and some explanation is suggested of a most enigmatic personality. Fresh light is also thrown on her political work, and her character, by a number of extracts from a series of remarkable letters, never before published.
Endurance
by Christine JordanCan love prevail over prejudice in thirteenth-century England? The conclusion of the thrilling Hebraica trilogy by the author of Sacrifice and Massacre. When nine-year-old Henry, son of King John, is hastily crowned, the Jewish community is hopeful. But life isn&’t always kind . . . Against a backdrop of rising persecution, Mirabelle, a fiery Jewish woman, is determined to succeed with the help of her son, Bonanfaunt. Slowly, Mirabelle and her family climb the ranks and replace another family as leaders of their community. But as the years pass, life for a Jewish person remains extremely difficult. And when further draconian restrictions are imposed upon the livelihoods of the community, doubts are raised about whether they can survive in this increasingly hostile world. Will they be chased out of Gloucester for good, or can they endure the storm?
Being Another Way: The Copula and Arabic Philosophy of Language, 900–1500 (Berkeley Series in Postclassical Islamic Scholarship #6)
by Dustin KlingerIn Being Another Way, Dustin Klinger recounts the history of how medieval Arabic philosophers in the Islamic East grappled with the logical role of the copula "to be," an ambiguity that has bedeviled Western philosophy from Parmenides to the analytic philosophers of today. Working from within a language that has no copula, a group of increasingly independent Arabic philosophers began to critically investigate the semantic role that Aristotle, for many centuries their philosophical authority, invested in the copula as the basis of his logic. Drawing on extensive manuscript research, Klinger breaks through the thicket of unstudied philosophical works to demonstrate the creativity of postclassical Islamic scholarship as it explored the consequences of its intellectual break with the past. Against the still widespread view that intellectual ferment all but disappeared during the period, he shows how these intellectuals over the centuries developed and refined a sophisticated philosophy of language that speaks to core concerns of contemporary linguistics and philosophy.
The Accessible Adventure
by Ofentse GaitateIn "The Accessible Adventure", Mr. Ofentse Gaitate takes readers on a journey to explore the importance of accessibility and inclusivity in various public spaces and activities. Through a series of adventures, a group of friends with diverse abilities navigate and enjoy accessible parks, museums, beaches, cities, restaurants, theaters, nature trails, sports events, and community celebrations. Along the way, they discover the benefits of accessible design and practices, including ramps, audio descriptions, sign language interpretation, braille and large print materials, and accessible transportation. The book highlights the value of inclusivity and accessibility in promoting socialization, education, employment, healthcare, and overall well-being. Through 30 chapters, Mr. Gaitate provides a comprehensive understanding of the importance of accessibility in creating a more equitable society. The book is a testament to the power of inclusive design and practices in breaking down barriers and enabling individuals with diverse abilities to participate fully in their communities. "The Accessible Adventure" is a must-read for anyone interested in accessibility, inclusivity, and social justice. It is a inspiring and empowering book that challenges readers to think critically about the importance of accessibility in their own lives and communities.
The Disability Alphabet
by Ofentse Gaitate"The Disability Alphabet" is a vibrant and inclusive book that explores the diverse experiences, stories, and themes of the disability community. From A to Z, this book celebrates the unique contributions, achievements, and perspectives of individuals with disabilities. Through inspiring stories, engaging illustrations, and thoughtful reflections, this book breaks down stigmas, challenges assumptions, and promotes inclusion, diversity, and accessibility. It's a must-read for kids and adults alike who want to learn, grow, and connect with others, and create a world where everyone can thrive and shine!
Sammy's Special Legs
by Ofentse Gaitate"Sammy's Special Legs" is a heart-warming and inspiring story about a young rabbit named Sammy who wakes up one day to find themselves with prosthetic legs. Through Sammy's journey, Mr. Gaitate explores themes of self-acceptance, empowerment, and inclusivity, teaching readers valuable lessons about resilience, adaptability, and the importance of embracing differences. With the support of loving friends and family, Sammy learns to navigate their new prosthetic legs and discovers the magic of self-discovery, creativity, and friendship. Along the way, Sammy faces challenges and setbacks, but ultimately emerges as a confident and compassionate role model, inspiring others to embrace their own uniqueness. Through 30 chapters, Mr. Gaitate takes readers on a journey of growth and transformation, exploring complex emotions and themes in an accessible and engaging way. "Sammy's Special Legs" is a must-read for anyone looking for a story of hope, courage, and the power of self-acceptance.
The Brave Little Deaf Girl
by Ofentse Gaitate"The Brave Little Deaf Girl" is a heart-warming and inspiring story about a young deaf girl named Maria, who navigates the challenges and triumphs of growing up with hearing impairment. With the help of her family, friends, and assistive technologies, Maria learns to communicate, connect, and thrive in a world that often forgets to consider diverse perspectives.
The Little Girl Who Uses a Cane
by Ofentse Gaitate"The Little Girl Who Uses a Cane" is a heart-warming and inspiring story about a young girl named Emma who uses a mobility aid to navigate the world. Through her adventures, Emma learns valuable lessons about acceptance, self-confidence, bravery, and empowerment.
The Girl Who Hears with Her Heart
by Ofentse Gaitate"The Girl Who Hears with Her Heart is a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel that explores the transformative power of emotional intelligence and empathy. The story follows Lily, a young girl with a unique gift that allows her to sense and understand the emotions of those around her. Throughout the book, Lily navigates various challenges and relationships, using her gift to connect with others, resolve conflicts, and spread kindness. Along the way, she learns valuable lessons about self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, and compassion. The novel is divided into 30 chapters, each focusing on a specific theme or issue, such as emotional sensitivity, loneliness, bullying, kindness, forgiveness, and legacy. Through Lily's journey, the author shows how emotional intelligence and empathy can be developed and strengthened, leading to positive change in oneself and others. Ultimately, "The Girl Who Hears with Her Heart" is a inspiring tale about the impact one person can have when they choose to prioritize empathy, kindness, and compassion. It serves as a reminder that we all have the power to create positive change in the world around us.
SEXUALITY, SOCIETY AND PEDAGOGY
by Dennis A. FrancisSexuality, Society and Pedagogy problematises some of the prevailing assumptions that frame this area of study. In doing so, it aims to make visible the challenges of teaching sexuality education in South African schools, while demonstrating its potential for reshaping our conceptions of the social and cultural representations thereof. Although the book is largely situated in experiences and perspectives within the South African context, it is hoped that the questions raised, reflections, analyses and arguments will contribute to thinking about sexuality education in diverse contexts, in particular more developing contexts.
The Inclusive Classroom
by Ofentse Gaitate"The Inclusive Classroom" is a heart-warming and thought-provoking story that promotes diversity and inclusion in schools. Through the eyes of a vibrant and diverse group of students and their teacher, this book explores the importance of creating a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment. This book takes readers on a journey of discovery and growth, exploring complex themes such as: – Embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity – Understanding and empathizing with different perspectives – Celebrating unique strengths and abilities – Addressing bullying and promoting kindness – Respecting gender identity and expression – Appreciating language diversity and promoting communication – Fostering inclusive play and socialization – Encouraging self-expression and creativity Through 20 chapters, "The Inclusive Classroom" offers a comprehensive and inspiring narrative that encourages educators and students to create a positive and supportive learning environment. This book is an ideal read for: – Educators seeking to create inclusive classrooms – Students who want to make a difference in their schools – Parents who want to support inclusive education – Anyone looking for a story that promotes empathy, kindness, and understanding "The Inclusive Classroom" has the potential to inspire a new generation of educators and students to create a more inclusive and compassionate world, one classroom at a time.