Biografier: videnskab, teknologi og medicin

The intention of this book is to shine a bright light on the intellectual context of Euler's contributions to physics and mathematical astronomy. Leonhard Euler is one of the most important figures in the history of science, a blind genius who introduced mathematical concepts and many analytical tools to help us understand and describe the universe. Euler also made a monumental contribution to astronomy and orbital mechanics, developing what he called astronomia mechanica. Orbital mechanics of artificial satellites and spacecraft is based on Euler's analysis of astromechanics. However, previous books have often neglected many of his discoveries in this field. For example, orbital mechanics texts refer to the five equilibrium points in the Sun-Earth-Moon system as Lagrange points, failing to credit Euler who first derived the differential equations for the general n-body problem and who discovered the three collinear points in the three-body problem of celestial mechanics. These equilibrium points are essential today in space exploration; the James Webb Space Telescope (successor to the Hubble), for example, now orbits the Sun near L2, one of the collinear points of the Sun-Earth-Moon system, while future missions to study the universe will place observatories in orbit around Sun-Earth and Earth-Moon equilibrium points that should be properly called Euler-Lagrange points. In this book, the author uses Euler's memoirs, correspondence, and other scholarly sources to explore how he established the mathematical groundwork for the rigorous study of motion in our Solar System. The reader will learn how he studied comets and eclipses, derived planetary orbits, and pioneered the study of planetary perturbations, and how, old and blind, Euler put forward the most advanced lunar theory of his time.

This book provides a detailed biographical account of the industrious late nineteenth-century astronomer William Frederick Denning who, in later life, rose to be a celebrated public figure and a highly respected amateur astronomer. The book also examines Denning¿s many contributions to the astronomy of his time.As an indomitable promotor of amateur astronomy, Denning was closely involved in the formation of the short-lived, but historically pivotal, Observational Astronomy Society (OAS) in 1869. Readers will learn about the origins and the observational programs initiated by the OAS, and the author also presents a series of biographical sketches of its most industrious members. Furthermore, by examining Denning¿s letters and publications, the author shows how he helped to nurture the growth of amateur astronomy, also teaching amateur observers how to make their efforts scientifically useful.A stalwart observer and enthusiast himself, Denning was a key player in the development of meteor astronomy in England, culminating in his being invited, in 1922, to be the first President of Commission 22 (meteors, meteorites and interplanetary dust) of the newly formed International Astronomical Union. The text follows the development and rapid growth of meteor astronomy during the nineteenth century, focusing upon the key observations and important theoretical advances. In addition, it pays tribute to pioneering practitioners, who, along with Denning, set out to unravel the story and secrets of the shooting stars.While not an openly forthright or strident figure, Denning, at the height of his career, became embroiled in two public and controversial issues. The first related to his pseudo-scientific theory of optical blurring, and his belief that large-aperture telescopes performed less efficiently than smaller-aperture telescopes when used in the study of planetary disks. The second concerned the mysterious issue of stationary meteor shower radiants¿an apparent observational reduction that was completely at odds with both the standard theories of gravitational dynamics and the generally accepted notion of meteoroid stream structure. The book explores these two controversies and uses them to examine Denning¿s outlook on scientific methodology.

They Called Us River Rats: The Last Batture Settlement of New Orleans is the previously untold story of perhaps the oldest outsider settlement in America, an invisible community on the annually flooded shores of the Mississippi River. This community exists in the place between the normal high and low water line of the Mississippi River, a zone known in Louisiana as the batture. For the better part of two centuries, batture dwellers such as Macon Fry have raised shantyboats on stilts, built water-adapted homes, foraged, fished, and survived using the skills a river teaches. Until now the stories of this way of life have existed only in the memories of those who have lived here. Beginning in 2000, Fry set about recording the stories of all the old batture dwellers he could find: maritime workers, willow furniture makers, fishermen, artists, and river shrimpers. Along the way, Fry uncovered fascinating tales of fortune tellers, faith healers, and wild bird trappers who defiantly lived on the river. They Called Us River Rats also explores the troubled relationship between people inside the levees, the often-reviled batture folks, and the river itself. It traces the struggle between batture folks and city authorities, the commercial interests that claimed the river, and Louisiana's most powerful politicians. These conflicts have ended in legal battles, displacement, incarceration, and even lynching. Today Fry is among the senior generation of "River Rats" living in a vestigial colony of twelve "camps" on New Orleans's river batture, a fragment of a settlement that once stretched nearly six miles and numbered hundreds of homes. It is the last riparian settlement on the Lower Mississippi and a contrarian, independent life outside urban zoning, planning, and flood protection. This book is for everyone who ever felt the pull of the Mississippi River or saw its towering levees and wondered who could live on the other side.

"From a marine biologist and co-founder of Minorities in Shark Sciences, a ... debut memoir: the uplifting story of a young Black scientist's challenging journey to flourish outside the traditional confines of academia, inspired by her innate connection to nature's most misunderstood animal: the shark"--

Working as a certified nursing assistant in the fast lane. Real life experiences of hardship and happiness.The biggest burden that we carry are the thoughts in our head. Maintaining a positive attitude to achieve peak performance and personal success isthe goal. Avoid feelings of inferiority. It is your journey to share your talents in ways that will benefit others. Start each day cheerfully smiling with those you encounter. You are not the only person who is enjoying your career, so let your work be a real pleasure and a delightful accomplishment.Have influence. Never let anyone shunt you from your aspirations. Go the extra mile and do things for the right reasons.

"A powerful journey of sea and self, trial and hope on the islands of Shetland, where climate change is making marked impacts on the natural world"--

Alligevel vil jeg slutte af med et billede af mit elskede Edmonton! Jeg savner virkelig Edmonton. Det var langt mere interessant for mig at være på University of Alberta i Edmonton end at være på Syddansk Universitet i Odense, så jeg ville ønske, at jeg med mellemrum kunne tage et halvt års orlov fra Syddansk Universitet i Odense og så tage til University of Alberta i Edmonton, men det kan jeg selvfølgelig ikke i min nuværende situation. At jeg er så glad for provinsen Alberta i Canada, hvor både Edmonton og Calgary ligger og adskillige nationalparker, hvor jeg alle har været i, betød, at jeg i sommeren 2022 fik lavet en tatovering oven på højre håndled af provinsen Albertas vilde rose, som jeg også har på min gamle nummerplade, dog uden farver. Tatoveringen er jeg meget glad for og stolt over.Jeg savner dog ikke særligt mit liv dengang, selvom jeg var rask og rørig. Mange synes, at ALS er verdens værste sygdom, men jeg mener ikke, at det er så slemt. Se på mig, jeg går på arbejde hver eneste dag, og jeg har ekstra meget energi på grund af respiratoren, og jeg rejser stadig verden rundt hvert eneste år, hvis ellers hjælpere vil med?Indenfor de sidste 9 år har jeg fløjet i helikopter over Grand Canyon, over Californiens største sø, Lake Tahoo, over Niagara-vandfaldet og rundt om verdens daværende højeste bygning, Burj Khalifa, i Dubai. Hvem i hele verden kan slå den?

In lyrical prose, with musical allusions, clinical references, and a bit of comic relief, Rearranged follows Kathleen Watt's plunge from the operatic stage into the netherworld of hospital life-its indigenous creatures, its peculiar language, its signposts of the mysterious human condition-through the devastation of cancer, and out the other side. Kathleen was a New York opera singer at mid-career, with a steady, lucrative chorus job at the Metropolitan Opera and solo gigs elsewhere, anticipating her best year ever. Instead, a vicious bone cancer blew her plans to smithereens, along with her face. She had to let everything go. Bit by bit, through a brutal alchemy of lethal toxins, titanium screws, and infinite kindness, she discovered new arrangements for old pieces, in a life catastrophically transposed. Not only a heart-wrenching medical odyssey, but an ultimately joyous personal journey of transformation. "Watt is a sharply descriptive writer who is unafraid to address the horror of her treatment... Unapologetically frank, the author also has a wry, sometimes self-effacing sense of humor that brings levity to a distressing subject. ... The result is a finely textured and courageous literary memoir that is inspirational and, at times, darkly amusing."-Kirkus Reviews "A gripping portrayal of the devastation cancer can spread in one's health, relationships, and dreams, and Watt's sweeping storytelling will transport readers to each procedure and hospital room alongside her. She provides insights into the medical torment involved with her treatment, such as being comatose and experiencing ICU psychosis, and ultimately gifts readers with front row seats to her most triumphant performance to date-surviving cancer and having the strength and courage to relive the harrowing journey within the pages of this story. The end result is both heart-breaking and uplifting and will touch the heart of any readers affected by a life-altering illness." -Publisher's Weekly "Kathleen Watt's narrative memoir reveals her indomitable humanity, indefatigable spirit, and remarkable endurance. She has written with transparency, bravery, honesty, and fairness. The rhythm, cadence and artistry of her words embodies her forever-musicianship, and she has deployed her gifted voice in a tour-de-force written performance. Patients, health care professionals and every-day folk alike will benefit greatly from her lessons imparted and her wisdom shared."-Douglas Brandoff, MD, FAAHPM, Attending Physician, Palliative Care Clinic, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School; Alumnus, Juilliard Pre-College Division, cello "Kathleen's account of her experience with Osteogenic Sarcoma ... is a very intimate portrayal... Anyone going through something like this will absolutely benefit from reading this beautifully written book." -Peter D. Costantino, MD, FACS, Brain and Spine Surgery of New York"Kathleen Watt has turned her harrowing experience, as an opera singer diagnosed with facial bone cancer, into a story that is fresh, gripping, and also remarkably entertaining. Her voice-smart, funny, and disarmingly forthright-makes this book shine..."-Helen Fremont, award-winning author of national bestsellers The Escape Artist and After Long Silence¿¿¿"Rearranged is set to become a seminal memoir." -Carly-Jay Metcalfe, author of Breath, forthcoming March 2024 from University of Queensland Press

From plowing the sandy soil of Lowcountry South Carolina to treating the medical maladies of the farming families of his home county to fighting the secret war in Laos - follow the adventures of Dr. Robert Jackson, a poor farm boy turned medical doctor turned decorated Vietnam War veteran turned patient advocate. The last words he spoke to his sister Eunice were, "Sis, you fly low and slow. I'll fly high and fast!" And that he did. He flew higher than most men ever even aspire, and so fast most could not keep up. As one friend observed, "He accomplished more in forty-one years than most of us will in an entire lifetime." On Laughter-Silvered Wings records the remarkable life story of a country doctor, a family man, and an American patriot. Take a deep breath. You will be breathless just reading about his exploits.

People often say 'You don't deserve this' but, when it comes to cancer, who does?So, when a devastating diagnosis tips the Falkiner-Rose family on its head, it takes medicos, bloody-mindedness and imagination to survive their version of medical whack-a-mole.At the time they kept up a stream of Pete Updates for friends and family. Using those and intimate reflections, Leslie Falkiner-Rose tells a tale that's messy, moving, mind-blowing and, at times, very amusing.

Science is a serious business, right? Wrong. Scientists have been participants in the best reality show of all time, with all the highs, lows, bust-ups, and strange personalities of any show on telly today. From Luke O'Neill - the science teacher you wish you'd had - this hugely accessible history of science reveals the human stories behind the biggest discoveries. For example, we meet Charles Darwin as he weighs up the pros and cons of marrying his cousin: 'constant companion' vs 'less money for books'. Tough call. To Boldly Go Where No Book Has Gone Before covers everything from space travel and evolution to alchemy and AI. Written by one of our leading scientists, this is an insider's account that celebrates the joy of science. It is filled with all the juicy bits that other histories leave out.

Saunter through the life stages of Andraya Grangroth as she shares the healing powers of Mother Nature. This book is an inspirational memoir of an insecure girl healing into an independent woman, leaping past the multiple forms of childhood trauma to become an accomplished writer, author, small business owner, and western-hunting guide. Growing up in a sheltered and strict household, this trauma was never addressed or brought to light. Her appreciation for the natural environment has held strong throughout her life, starting with the safe feeling of ferns in the dense Washington forest. This deep appreciation as a young child led to the realization of the healing powers of wild places, along with the growth that comes with these wild places.Hunting rugged and remote terrain will test each person's mental and physical fortitude, distorting the prior image of themselves. What's Her Wild: An Untold Story depicts the mental and physical challenges of western hunting. Grangroth eloquently writes the stories of overcoming these challenges, leading to the growth of confidence as well as the successful and wholesome life she now lives. She tells her story so she can make a difference in the lives of others with similar trauma.If you struggle with past trauma or lack the confidence to get into wild places, this book will change your thoughts and, most importantly, will change your attitude

Inside 'The Greatest Physicists', groundbreaking ideas meet human curiosity. This volume profiles the life and work of outstanding individuals such as Isaac Newton, whose laws of motion and gravitation laid the foundation of classical physics; Albert Einstein, who redefined our understanding of space and time with his theory of relativity; or Marie Curie, the pioneer in radioactivity.Experience the thrill of discovery as these trailblazers and many more defy boundaries, reshaping our understanding of the universe. Uncover how James Clerk Maxwell formulated the theory of electromagnetic waves, how Niels Bohr developed the quantum model of the atom, or how Nikola Tesla brought electricity into our homes.Whether you're an aspiring scientist, a seasoned physicist, or simply an intrigued reader, 'The Greatest Physicists' illuminates the extraordinary achievements of these figures and their profound impact on our world. Prepare to be enthralled by the epic tale of physics and the pioneers who charted its course.Physicists featured:SIR ISAAC NEWTONNIKOLA TESLAMARIE CURIEALBERT EINSTEINDANIEL BERNOULLIGALILEO GALILEIMICHAEL FARADAYMAX PLANCKSTEPHEN HAWKINGNIELS BOHRJAMES C. MAXWELLOLE RØMERERNEST RUTHERFORDRICHARD FEYNMANALESSANDRO VOLTABENJAMIN FRANKLINARCHIMEDESHEINRICH HERTZJOHANNES KEPLERGEORG OHMJ. ROBERT OPPENHEIMERENRICO FERMISIR JAMES CHADWICKANTOINE HENRI BECQUERELJ. J. THOMSONTHOMAS EDISON

What do you do when your future is gone, but you're still here? This book highlights possibilities by taking you through one woman's journey with a physical disability. Join her as she prays, cries yells, laughs, and thinks her way through redefining herself.

Explore the Haunting Tale of "Black Death 1330-1500: Plague and Persistence"Uncover the dark secrets of one of history's most enigmatic and transformative periods with our captivating book bundle, "Black Death 1330-1500: Plague and Persistence." This mesmerizing collection of four volumes will transport you to a world forever changed by the devastating Black Death.¿¿¿¿ Book 1: The Plague's Prelude (1330-1345) Step into the enigmatic world of the 14th century, where the stage is set for an unprecedented catastrophe. Uncover the intricate socio-economic structures, the evolving medical understanding, and the rich cultural tapestry of a continent unknowingly teetering on the brink of devastation.¿¿¿¿ Book 2: Surviving the Scourge (1347-1350) Stand shoulder to shoulder with individuals from all walks of life as they confront the relentless march of the plague. Their stories of courage, sacrifice, and the indomitable human spirit will leave you in awe of the power of resilience in the face of unimaginable suffering.¿¿¿¿ Book 3: Aftermath and Rebirth (1351-1360) Witness the astonishing resurgence of a continent in the aftermath of the pandemic. Economic transformations, social upheavals, and cultural revivals paint a vivid picture of a Europe that refused to be defined solely by its darkest hour. Instead, it emerged from the ashes, forging a path toward recovery and renewal.¿¿¿¿ Book 4: Plague's Legacy (1354-1500) Venture beyond the immediate aftermath to explore the enduring consequences of the pandemic. Demographic shifts, economic reconfigurations, and the cultural echoes of the Black Death reverberate through the centuries, leaving a profound and lasting imprint on the trajectory of human history.Don't miss out! Order your copy of "Black Death 1330-1500: Plague and Persistence" now and embark on a remarkable historical adventure.