Forensics
In the course of researching her best-selling books, McDermid has become familiar with many branches of forensics, and now she uncovers the history of this science and the people who make sure that for murderers, there is no hiding place. Forensic scientists can unlock the mysteries of the past and help serve justice using the messages left by a corpse, a crime scene, or the faintest of human traces. Now available in paperback, Forensics goes behind the scenes with some of these top-level professionals and their groundbreaking research, drawing on original interviews and firsthand experience on scene with top forensic scientists. Along the way, we discover how maggots collected from a corpse can help determine time of death; how a DNA trace a millionth the size of a grain of salt can be used to convict a killer; and how a team of young Argentine scientists led by a maverick American anthropologist were able to uncover the victims of a genocide. The journey takes us to war zones, fire scenes, and autopsy suites, reveals both extraordinary bravery and true wickedness, as we trace the history of forensics from its earliest beginnings to the cutting-edge science of the modern day.
The Nanoscale Structure and Dynamic Properties of Ferroelectric Films
Green Synthesis and Antimicrobial Activity of Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles
Subatomic Particle Simulations Using Monte Carlo and Molecular Dynamics Algorithms to Simulate Atom
Friction-Lead Confined Interface Catalysis for 2D Material Growth for Superlubricity of a-C
Flood Patterns
The poems in Jessica Gigot's Flood Patterns vividly depict a lowland place and its people in the farthest northwest corner of the country. As Kevin Craft writes, "The poems are informed by the determined if contested optimism of someone who knows the ground she walks on and its potential to yield both bounty and treachery." And this from Jeanne Murray Walker: "In this debut collection, Jessica Gigot, farmer, scientist, and poet, writes about her territory, the Skagit River Valley. Her poetry is plainspoken, restrained, and entirely believable. Bypassing the ecstatic, she reveals a land and its species that are both threatened and provisional.
From Porto to the Ocean
The profound environmental transformations of today are the result of unsustainable practices of exploitation, domination and corruption of civilizations. These actions have not only shaped geography, but have also influenced cultures and economies around the world. The oceans are crucial for international trade and pose environmental challenges that require a more sustainable and conscious approach to ensure the preservation of our planet. The merchant fleet will be severely affected by the effects of climate change, which include coastal storm surges, disruption of tidal systems, more intense tornadoes and extreme tropical cyclones. In addition, thermal stratification will affect the biological productivity of the oceans, altering the transport of nutrients by ocean currents and, consequently, modifying marine, coastal and estuarine ecosystems. Understanding the interaction of ocean currents in regulating heat on the planet and distributing nutrients to ecosystems will allow us to develop more effective strategies for preserving the environment. The expansion of the maritime sector has opened the door to boosting the global economy; However, it was the main vector of marine bioinvasion, which continues to spread through the ballast waters of the global maritime sector. Biofouling not only brings environmental problems, but also economic ones to the merchant fleet, causing significant damage, including increased fuel consumption, vibrations and noise. These factors contribute to poor work quality, affecting the hearing health of the crew. Since ancient times, the exploration of the oceans and the extraction of marine resources have been crucial components for the economic development of nations. Decommissioned ships can contribute to the economic and maritime sector, ensuring the health of coastal-marine ecosystems and maintaining the global climate. The history of maritime exploration is essential to contextualize the current degradation of marine ecosystems and the challenges faced by fishing economies, especially in countries with vast coastal areas, such as Brazil.
Bridging Energy, Environment and Sustainable Industrial Practices with Cement plant
This book presents an in-depth exploration of research dedicated to sustainability, with a special focus on energy and environmental sustainability-two fundamental pillars that support the vision of a more resilient and ecologically balanced future. The section on energy sustainability examines the latest advances in renewable energy sources, efficiency improvement measures, and emerging innovations in power generation, aiming to reduce global dependency on fossil fuels while fostering cleaner alternatives like solar, wind, and bioenergy. By addressing energy production, distribution, and consumption in ways that minimize environmental impact, this book provides a roadmap toward meeting energy demands sustainably. Environmental sustainability, another key area of focus, discusses critical issues such as biodiversity preservation, resource conservation, waste reduction, and sustainable resource management. It delves into practices and policies that support ecological balance, reduce pollution, and safeguard natural habitats, ensuring that environmental health is prioritized alongside economic development. Together, the energy and environmental approaches outlined in this book form a holistic view of sustainability that balances human progress with ecosystem preservation. This research is an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and professionals eager to understand and actively participate in sustainable development efforts worldwide.
Chemical Composition, Elementals and Spectroscopy Evaluation of Milled Sawdust of Blighia Sapida, K.
Discover the untapped potential of Blighia sapida, a lesser-known timber species native to Nigeria. This comprehensive study delves into the chemical composition, elemental makeup, and spectroscopic properties of milled sawdust from Blighia sapida. Through meticulous analysis, the book unveils the unique characteristics and potential applications of this underutilized wood, offering valuable insights for researchers, industry professionals, and environmentalists. Whether you're interested in sustainable forestry, wood science, or innovative material uses, this book provides a thorough exploration of Blighia sapida's promising attributes.
Solar Driven Water Splitting to Hydrogen
In this book the author compiled his noteworthy research contributions in the field of photoelectrochemical water splitting to hydrogen fuel for readers to have a comprehensive picture of this field. At the dawn of 21st century the process of generating environmentally green hydrogen from water utilizing sunlight in photoelectrochemical cells (PEC) is extremely vital for the ultimate survival of humanity on planet earth. Hydrogen fuel produces water after combustion unlike fossil fuels which produce greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and other toxic ones. Research for hydrogen by photosplitting of water has been ongoing for more than fifty years starting from 1972 to date. This book begins with an introduction followed by a detail discussion regarding the daunting problems the hydrogen research is currently facing. The book then offers possible solutions for the efficient and stable photoelectrochemical generation of hydrogen by water splitting using solar cells powered by sunlight. The Sun supplies to the Earth 1.2x105 trillion joules of energy in every second. Earth's ultimate recoverable source of oil, estimated to be 3.0 trillion barrels or 1.7x1010 trillion joules which sun can supply in less than 40 hours. Hence, photoelectrochemical water splitting which converts solar energy to hydrogen fuel, offers an ultimate alternative energy solution which is clean and renewable. The direct splitting of water to hydrogen and oxygen in a self-driven monolithic photovoltaic-electrochemical cell (PV-EC) is the key to unlocking energy abundance without harming the planet. This will also provide an effective method of storing solar energy in the form of hydrogen as a clean energy carrier. The practical designs and performances of water splitting robust monolithic self-driven silicon photovoltaic driven electrochemical cells are detailed in this book. The fabrication and performance metrics of various semiconducting photoelectrodes towards solar driven water splitting are presented in detail. Spray pyrolytically synthesized transition metal oxide and mixed oxide electrocatalysts for efficient solar water splitting to hydrogen are also given in this book.
The Use of Cyclodextrins and XAD Resin in many Built-up Divisions
Lengthy extraction time of exhaustive approaches create a path for non-exhaustive procedure with cyclodextrins and XAD 4 resin incorporated in this study. This book discusses the various inherent divisions of cyclodextrins (CDs) and XAD resin. Cyclodextrins are among the most remarkable macro-cyclic compounds, and Amberlite XAD-4 resin is a non-polar hydrophobic styrene-divinyl-benzene copolymer that takes the form of small beads. Cyclodextrins and XAD 4 resin both have significant theoretical and practical application. Cyclodextrins are well-known excipients for complexing and drug delivery. They have favorable toxicological profile, low local toxicity, and low mucous and eye irritability etc. Resin is used as an adsorbent because it can be conveniently characterized, has good sensitivity and is non-toxic, cost effective and easily re-generable etc. There are ten sections in this book. A brief description and application of XAD resin and cyclodextrins are given in Parts 1, 2 and 3. Parts 4 and 5 include more details on the isotherm model and provide an overview of bio-accessibility, bioavailability, and biodegradation. Part 6 lists the necessary supplies and methods; Parts 7, 8, and 9 display the findings and correlation; and Part 10 offers the overall analysis and conclusion.
The role of neuropeptides in the pathophysiology of the brain
With this commemorative compilation of papers, I would like to express my honor and gratitude for my late mentors and benefactors the Nobel-laureate Professor Dr Andrew V. Schally and Professor Dr Gyula Telegdy. They tirelessly urged me to exploit the opportunities science offered me. Therefore, thanks to our fruitful collaborations we were able to contribute to neuroscience with some significant discoveries. Here some notable papers on neurendocrinology, neuropathology and neuropsychiatry exemplify the wide scope of research we carried out.
Bestowing Every Continent Soil Horizons/Layers
Studying soil as a natural body requires an understanding of soil profiles. The fundamental units of morphological research are vertical cross-sections of soil profiles. Soil horizons are first primarily used to characterize soils which have evolved into a genetic and diagnostic entity. Following their deposition in soil, PAHs go through a series of transport/mixing, partitioning, and degrading processes that ultimately control their vertical distribution in the soil. Thus, the primary goal of this study is to determine the amounts of PAH concentrations in the soils that were gathered from three distinct locations in Nigeria. Second, isomer compositions and ratios will be used to carry out source apportionment. Finally, utilizing PAH ratios, the vertical distribution features of PAH compositions and concentrations in six chosen typical soil profiles will be investigated, along with their sources. Also, the horizons on each continent were examined, a guide to investigating toxins dispersion in soil. It requires six parts namely, part 1, explains various horizons found on each continent across the globe. Part 2- gives a quick overview of some factors affecting soils and literature. Part 3- shows the necessary materials and methods employed in this study. Part 4- comprises 4a, 4b, 4c, and, 4d, where the results obtained were discussed and their risk detailing unfolded. Part 5 - demonstrates why the results, and Part 6 - gives critical points to justify the study. In general, toxins dispersion could infiltrate groundwater, soil, and air. However, the main focus is to reduce the level of impurities on the soil layers. This will help in food security, water protection, eco-system stability, and above all human safety.
Elixir
A Financial Times Best History Book of the YearA Financial Times Summer Reading Favorite "[V]ividly evokes cultural life in Bohemian Paris, the turbulence of the French Revolution and its aftermath, and the feuds that plagued rival scientists...Levitt's social history, especially of perfume, is fascinating." --Wall Street Journal "A delightful history of science and scent at the dawn of the modern age." --Financial Times "Pulling from historical publications and personal writings, Theresa Levitt vividly explains why perfume--bathed in, lathered on, and orally consumed--had a chokehold on Parisian life." --Scientific American "[A] fascinating account of the birth pangs of organic chemistry in 19th-century Paris...[Levitt] has caught well these dreaming, competitive, daring men in the act of living, each striving compulsively for the giddy, intoxicating bliss of insight into the making of the world." --The Times Until the 1800s, scientists believed that living matter possessed a spirit or essence that differentiated it from nonliving matter. But even as scientific consensus shifted toward the view that all matter shares the same building blocks, some were not convinced. Elixir tells the story of two dissenters--chemists who redrew the boundary between life and nonlife. In the 1830s, ?douard Laugier and Auguste Laurent worked at Laugier P癡re et Fils, the oldest perfume house in Paris. By day, they prepared the perfumery's revitalizing elixirs and rejuvenating eaux. In their spare time, they hunted the vital force underlying life itself. Their ideas, roundly condemned by established chemists, led to the discovery of structural differences between naturally occurring molecules and their synthetic counterparts. Scientists still can't explain this anomaly, but it may point to critical insights concerning the origins of life. Rich in sparks and smells, brimming with eccentric characters, experimental audacity, and the romance of the Bohemian salon, Elixir gives a fascinating tour of the alchemical revelations that shaped nineteenth-century Paris--and the modern world.
Neurodivergent, by Nature
Joe Harkness, author of the acclaimed Bird Therapy, investigates the connections between nature and neurodiversity Time in nature supports our wellbeing. For people who are neurodivergent, it can also stimulate our senses, feed our curiosity and help us find others with the same deep interests. But why do natural environments have such profound effects? If children with autism, ADHD and other neurodivergences spend more time outdoors, could it improve their educational experiences and outcomes? And if they nurture nature connections into adulthood, could this form the roots of their identities? After receiving an ADHD diagnosis in his thirties, Joe began to question whether his bond with nature was intrinsic to his neurodivergence or something developed through his life choices. Keen to know more, he connected with other neurodivergent people who share his passion for nature. Threading their stories with his own, Joe explores why they chose to seek diagnosis, the ways they find solace and understanding through nature, and what led many of them into nature-related careers. He describes the barriers they face in education and employment and the adjustments that can ensure they thrive in a world designed for neurotypical brains. With honesty and humour, Joe highlights the creativity, skills and passion that can benefit communities, schools and workplaces when neurodiversity is welcomed and supported in all its forms.
William Bartram's Visual Wonders
Winner, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia 2024 Literary Award for Nonfiction Pennsylvania naturalist William Bartram (1739-1823) is best known as the author of a travelogue describing his botanizing journey through the American South in the late eighteenth century. Writing was not, however, Bartram's only or even preferred method of recording the natural world around him. His deeply unconventional drawings, depicting sentient plants and hybrid organic forms, lie at the heart of his understanding of nature. With this book, Elizabeth Athens considers the strangeness of Bartram's graphic enterprise, exploring the essential role his renderings played in his natural history. For Bartram, the making and interpretation of figures on a surface was a dynamic and collaborative relationship between nature, the observing artist-naturalist, and the audience. This book offers the first in-depth investigation of Bartram's drawing practice as central to his understanding of nature. Through an examination of Bartram's approach to botanical and zoological representation, Athens highlights the struggle between different modes of seeing nature in eighteenth-century Enlightenment science.
We Own 29% - Et Has the Rest
About 30% of Earth is land, and we know very little about what is under the sea. Even our navies can only get a glimpse, and they aren't telling us everything.The Galaxy is a cruel place, with some species looking on others as sources for slaves and even as food. For some, survival is a challenge to be addressed. The solution adopted by many is to send out small self-sustaining colonies which can hide away. If something happens to their parent planet, at least the species has a chance of survival.A number of species appear to have chosen Earth as one of their secret colony planets, and have moved in. The trouble is that they didn't tell us or even ask us.Our governments probably know what has gone on, but they don't intend to tell us, so we will have to find out for ourselves. This book makes a start at working out who is where, and who is doing what? It does this by looking at recorded sightings of UAPs and Exrta-Terrestrial entities at many different locations around the Pacific Ocean, the Indian Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean and inland waters, and looks for concentrations of particular ET types. For example Small Greys are particularly common on the coast of California. This indicates the likely presence of a Small Grey base in the waters nearby. this is born out by many unconfirmed claims of abduction by them .Given that it is nigh impossible to spot underwater bases with the tools availabale to the layman, it has still been possible to indicate the probable location of about 9 ET coloniies, four in water, or with access to water.
White Mountain Trails; Tales of the Trails to the Summit of Mount Washington and other Summits of the White Hills
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the White Mountains with "White Mountain Trails: Tales of the Trails to the Summit of Mount Washington and other Summits of the White Hills." This captivating collection of stories invites both outdoor enthusiasts and literary aficionados to explore the rich tapestry of New Hampshire's hiking history. Revived and restored by Alpha Editions after decades of being out of print, this edition is not merely a reprint; it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure that connects today s readers with the spirit of adventure and exploration. Each tale weaves together the thrill of mountain climbing experiences with the beauty of nature storytelling, offering a vivid portrayal of scenic trails in New England. Discover the allure of the Mount Washington summit and the enchanting White Hills through narratives that celebrate outdoor exploration and the timeless bond between humanity and nature. Perfect for casual readers seeking inspiration or classic literature collectors looking to enrich their shelves, this book is a must-have for anyone captivated by the call of the wild. Join the ranks of those who have traversed these historic trails and experience the magic of the White Mountains like never before. Rediscover the adventure today!
Waterfalls 2026 12 X 12 Wall Calendar
NATURAL SPLENDOR - The Waterfalls 2026 Wall Calendar captures the raw beauty and mesmerizing power of cascading waters from around the world in a breathtaking collection of scenic photography. Each month showcases a majestic waterfall surrounded by lush forests, dramatic cliffs, or vibrant rainbows, bringing tranquility and wonder to your year.
Chemistry 100 Ideas in 100 Words
Chemistry: 100 Ideas in 100 Words offers the essential facts at your fingertips, satisfying your scientific curiosity and helping you to understand the biggest concepts in chemistry in concise, 100-word summaries. One of the titles in a cutting-edge new series created in partnership with The Science Museum, this book introduces 100 key areas of chemistry such as gas laws, fusion, ionic bonding, DNA and the pH scale, and explains each topic in just 100 words. Perfect for getting your head around big ideas clearly and quickly, or refreshing your memory of the fundamentals of how the world works, this book covers the most up-to-date terms and theories and inspires a heightened level of understanding and enjoyment to the core areas of chemistry explored in The Science Museum.
Held
From award-winning author Kathryn Nuernberger, Held is a collection of essays about mutualisms, mutual aid, and ways of being together in a time of climate crisis. Here is a collection about living in and with the consequences of terrible mistakes--Held contemplates our collective experiences of loss in an age of climate change and mass extinctions, as well as more personal tragedies. Each essay in this book describes a remarkable instance of symbiotic mutualism: bobtail squid host glow-in-the-dark bacteria behind their eyes so they can camouflage with moonlight on the water; there is a surprisingly erotic encounter between ants and a rove beetle; beavers and willow trees together turn deserts to verdant wetlands; and many more. To read Held is to be reminded of one's humanity and of our interconnectedness with the world that surrounds us.
Why God is man's best friend
In truth, there are no arguments against believing in God. There are only misconceptions, some of them very old, that are based on completely unfounded reservations about God. People must no longer allow themselves to be deprived of their happiness by what is ultimately nothing. "We can only liberate ourselves?"-That is true if you mean that we must choose God. That is where it all begins. There is no other way to true liberation. This booklet therefore aims to explain conclusively why God is truly man's best friend:
The Correspondence of John Tyndall, Volume 14
The 499 letters in the fourteenth volume of The Correspondence of John Tyndall cover a number of particularly intense and acrimonious disputes. More notably, this volume spans the period of the composition, delivery, and furious reaction to Tyndall's famous--or, more accurately, infamous--Belfast Address. This prestigious lecture, which he delivered as the newly inaugurated president of the British Association for the Advancement of Science, has long been heralded as one of the most momentous events of the nineteenth century. The letters in this volume provide a new, and unprecedentedly detailed, account of all aspects of the era-defining address. For Tyndall himself, it afforded a new level of prominence as a public intellectual, and he deployed his position to engage directly with some of the most contentious issues in Victorian society, especially the role of religion in relation to science. But Tyndall's expertise was also required on more practical matters, and the letters in this volume document his extensive role in determining official government policy on urgent questions such as safety at sea and public health. Additionally, they chart a dramatic shift in his personal life, with his initial correspondence with Louisa Hamilton, with whom he had previously communicated only through her family, marking the point where their burgeoning friendship developed into a formal relationship.
Alchemy
Flush with hundreds of illustrations, this book revisits the histories of chemistry, medicine, ideas, and culture through the lens of alchemy The craft of alchemy has intrigued and mystified people since antiquity. Many early cultures are known to have experimented with chemical transformations: from dyes, glazes, and cosmetics in Bronze Age Egypt to life-extending elixirs pursued by scholars in ancient China and India. Many have also attempted to transform lead, mercury, and other metals into gold--and some claim to have succeeded. In this visually stunning volume, Philip Ball sets alchemy within the context of the history of science and culture, showing that it was not simply an esoteric fantasy but an important phase in the development of experimental science and natural philosophy. Rich illustrations complement a narrative history of the methods and techniques developed in alchemical workshops, the search for the philosopher's stone and "elixirs of life" that extended across diverse cultures, and the controversies surrounding the practices of making alchemical gold and alchemical medicine. Ball explores the rise of alchemy from its inception in Hellenistic culture, through the golden age of Islamic natural philosophy in the eighth to the eleventh centuries, to the emergence of the tradition of natural magic in the Renaissance, and to the roles of alchemical thought and practice in the beginnings of early modern science in the seventeenth century. He traces the persistence of alchemical ideas through the occult revival of the late nineteenth century and the fascination of the topic for modern artists and writers. This engaging and accessible book will provide readers of all backgrounds with a nuanced understanding of alchemy and its history.
