Computer Science Workbench

Professor Kuenne is a leading authority in the field of economic theory, having made significant contributions to the fields of general equilibrium theory, industrial organization and regional science

Written by experts for experts: 27 chapters by leaders in the field cover such topics as * environmental effects * biomedical applications * mechanistic considerations * latex blends * cellulose

A comprehensive, class-tested text covering all aspects of operations research/management science. Designed for students pursuing business careers requiring managerial ability and decision-making skil

World renowned futurist, social scientist and business consultant Michael G Zey examines the important question of what innovations in science and technology will do to change our society and our busi

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - "Brilliant . . . a celebration of human ingenuity and] the purest example of real-science sci-fi for many years . . . Utterly compelling."--The Wall Street JournalThe in

It's not just fake news. Bullshit is everywhere. Now, two science professors give us the tools to dismantle misinformation and think clearly in a data-saturated world.The world is awash in bullshit, a

Inception meets True Detective in this science-fiction thriller of spellbinding tension and staggering scope. The Gone World follows a special agent into a savage murder case with grave implications f

Science fiction icon Connie Willis brilliantly mixes a speculative plot, the wit of Nora Ephron, and the comedic flair of P. G. Wodehouse in Crosstalk—a genre-bending novel that pushes social media, s

A super, fact-filled guide with almost 1,000 amazing facts all about bugs!Beautiful butterflies, hard-working beetles, dangerious spiders, gross cockroaches, and much more will fascinate science and f

From the author of the “thrilling” (The Christian Science Monitor) novelThe Other Typist comes an evocative, multilayered story of ambition, success, and secrecy in 1950s New York. In 1958, Green

A major new novel from one of science fiction's most powerful voices, AURORA tells the incredible story of our first voyage beyond the solar system.Brilliantly imagined and beautifully told, it is the

A comprehensive reference book covering everything from planetary physics to genes and DNA. With a glossary of 1,500 scientific terms, key dates, biographies of scientists and inventors and 140 experi

Megan Amram, one of Forbes’ “30 Under 30 in Hollywood & Entertainment,” Rolling Stone’s “25 Funniest People on Twitter,” and a writer for NBC’s hit show Parks and Recreation, delivers a politicall

This handbook specifically targets the mathematical elements of A Level Science, whichever specification you're following. Includes plenty of practice questions in different contexts to increase confi

Cousin Eerie brings the gore! The Eerie Archive of terrifying horror, fantasy, and science fiction overflows with a bounty of black-and-white tales, always delivering bizarre twists and ironic punches

AN EPIC INTERSTELLAR TALE OF WAR FROM A MASTER OF SCIENCE FICTION. They came in peace, bearing gifts. The Gurus were a highly advanced species who brought amazingly useful and sophisticated technology

Original trade paperback. New Science Fiction Thriller Series! An agent for a spy organization uncovers an alien alliance in nearby interstellar space—an alliance that will soon involve humanity in p

Spies, science-fiction writers, and new wave icons populate this dazzling novel, which U.K. critics have already compared to such modern classics as Don DeLillo’s Underworld.? According to the Guardia

With Danger!, young readers will tour the adrenaline-filled worlds of animals, nature, space, science, the human body, and more. Discover animals armed with sharp claws and killer jaws, deep-sea monst

This text begins with a review of breeds and classes of horses and basic background on cells, tissues, and organs, functional anatomy of the horse, and biomechanics of movement. Later chapters cover j

500 FLASHCARDS WITH NEED-TO-KNOW TOPICS AND TERMS TO HELP BOOST YOUR ACT SCORE!?· Essential information for all 5 ACT test subject areas: English, Math, Reading,?? ? Science, and Writing· Subject-spec

Suitable for engineering and science students who need to learn numerical problem solving, this book introduces theory to inform key concepts which are framed in applications and demonstrated using MA

The event novel Transformers: Exodus: The Official History of the War for Cybertron is written by acclaimed science fiction and fantasy author Alex Irvine and promises to be a thrilling addition to t

Eight articles written by 20 American academics and leaders from diverse backgrounds--the corporate world, education, science, and sled dog racing--this text offers management professionals some techn

Describes how Edward Jenner found a vaccine for smallpox with the help of sick cows and the scientific method.

This book is published in honor of the 2005 Hume-Rothery Award Recipient, Uichiro Mizutani. It emphasizes both theoretical and experimental aspects of electronic, structural, and thermodynamic propert

These proceedings focus on all aspects of the science and technology of ultrafine-grained materials produced by Severe Plastic Deformation (SPD) techniques. Topics include SPD processing and SPD-proce

This comprehensive work covers the diverse needs of soil science instructors, undergraduate students, and graduate students and serves as an outstanding reference for soil scientists, agricultural an

Rapid developments in recent years in basic science and pharmacology has greatly increased understanding of the causes of anxiety disorders. This has led to a large number of new drug treatments from

This masterpiece of science fiction is the fascinating story of Griffin, a scientist who creates a serum to render himself invisible, and his descent into madness that follows.

Learn the art--and science--of risk managementIn this exceptionally lucid, accessible book, one of the most highly regarded industry experts illuminates the delicate process of making decisions in an

Brilliant artwork captures an array of sea creatures from A to Z in this lively alphabet book which integrates language play, natural science, and beautiful illustrations.

Jequier (obstetrics & gynecology, University of Western Australia) focuses on the clinical aspects of male infertility, providing only basic information relating to the science of andrology. The

Describes the many different ways animals cope with winter, including migration, hibernation, and food storage

Drawing on recent computer and cognitive science, Mitchell (architecture, Harvard) explores the languages of architectural form and graphic composition to illuminate the underlying concepts of design.

Suitable for a one-semester course covering the applications of calculus to business, economics and social science, this edition includes the same material as the first eight chapters of the two-semes

Stressing repeatability and process orientation in the conduct of corporate supplier management, the author introduces a model for procurement which he argues can let corporate procurement officers sy

1. Principles of structured programming and software engineering are consistently emphasized to provide a solid foundation for future courses2. Figures and tables are used liberally to help students v

Gain a complete understanding of Grades 6, 7 and 8 STEM subjects.From atoms and rocketships to vaccines and the human nervous system, this fully illustrated home learning workbook will help your child be at the top of their science class! This engaging science book for kids makes tricky topics and challenging concepts completely crystal clear! Here's what's inside: - Covers the core STEM topics, from biology, chemistry and physics, to technology. - Clearly laid out with easy-to-follow instructions for children to use by themselves. - Answers are given at the back of the book. - Practice questions and practical exercises to help expand your child's knowledge of the subject. Take your child's STEM learning to the next levelDid you know that many plants have a transport system to carry water and nutrients wherever they are needed? Or that most power stations around the world burn fossil fuels to make electricity? Packed with fascinating facts, fun graphics and step-by-step explanations, t

From the operating room, where he performs some of the riskiest surgeries around, to the lab, where he is working on growing skin cells and injecting them into the brain to replace worn out neural tissue, Dr. Rahul Jandial is on the cutting edge of the latest advancements in neuroscience. This fascinating book draws on Dr. Jandial’s broad-spectrum expertise and brings together the best of various fields-–surgery, science, brain structure, the conscious mind–-all to explain the bigger picture of brain health and rejuvenation.It is a journey into his operating room, around the world on his surgical missions, inside his laboratory, and to the outer edges of neuroscience to reveal the latest brain breakthroughs that are turning science fiction into reality, translatingtheir implications for everyday life. Busting myths along the way, Jandial helps readers get wired for success at work and school, perform better when the pressure is on, boost memory, control stress and emotions, minimize pa