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Imperfección

by Telmo Pievani ...

Translated by Francisco José Martín Cabrero ...

Series series El libro de bolsillo - Filosofía
Si se analiza el universo con las herramientas hoy a nuestro alcance, comprobamos que se funda en la imperfección, y no sólo eso, sino que ésta es su principal motor. Sólo donde hay imperfección hay algo que sucede -un evento, un proceso, un cambio, una relación-, mientras que la perfección es, por el contrario, algo completo y atemporal. En estas páginas, el filósofo de la ciencia Telmo Pievani ... Read more

$7.55 USD

Si se analiza el universo con las herramientas hoy a nuestro alcance, comprobamos que se funda en la imperfección, y no sólo eso, sino que ésta es su principal motor. Sólo donde hay imperfección hay algo que sucede -un evento, un proceso, un cambio, una relación-, mientras que la perfección es, por el contrario, algo completo y atemporal. En estas páginas, el filósofo de la ciencia Telmo Pievani
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Descent and Logic in Biosystematics: An Essay

by Thomas McCabe ...

Descent and Logic in Biosystematics: An Essay is a short book about biological systematics and taxonomy. Some of the subjects considered in it are philosophical: taxonomic theory, species concepts, speciation models, and evolutionary theories. Yet the book also covers matters not philosophical, such as taxonomic operations, experimental taxonomy, and a new suggested taxonomic method with worked ... Read more

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Descent and Logic in Biosystematics: An Essay is a short book about biological systematics and taxonomy. Some of the subjects considered in it are philosophical: taxonomic theory, species concepts, speciation models, and evolutionary theories. Yet the book also covers matters not philosophical, such as taxonomic operations, experimental taxonomy, and a new suggested taxonomic method with worked
... Read more
Vegetable Crops

Edited by Pritam Kalia ...

Series series Reference Module Biomedical and Life Sciences
The volume on Vegetable Crops as a part of series entitled “Handbooks of Crop Diversity: Conservation and Use of Genetic Resources” will be a unique resource, first of its kind, which will elaborate on origin, evolution, taxonomy, identification, chemical characterization, and genetic improvement of Vegetable Crop Plants.Vegetable crops are an important group of crops comprising solanaceous ... Read more

$494.99 USD

The volume on Vegetable Crops as a part of series entitled “Handbooks of Crop Diversity: Conservation and Use of Genetic Resources” will be a unique resource, first of its kind, which will elaborate on origin, evolution, taxonomy, identification, chemical characterization, and genetic improvement of Vegetable Crop Plants.Vegetable crops are an important group of crops comprising solanaceous
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Goldensynthesis

Goldensynthesis, #1

by King Poet ...

Series Book 1 - Goldensynthesis
Goldensynthesis is not just a book—it is a revolutionary new science, a timeless philosophy, and a luminous guide for navigating the intricate web of life. Authored by the unparalleled genius and humanitarian, King Poet, The Golden Xhild, this masterpiece redefines the interconnectedness of humanity, nature, and gold through an alchemical lens that is both scientific and spiritual.At its core, ... Read more

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Goldensynthesis is not just a book—it is a revolutionary new science, a timeless philosophy, and a luminous guide for navigating the intricate web of life. Authored by the unparalleled genius and humanitarian, King Poet, The Golden Xhild, this masterpiece redefines the interconnectedness of humanity, nature, and gold through an alchemical lens that is both scientific and spiritual.At its core,
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Die Evolution des Menschen

by Thomas Junker ...

Series Book 2409 - Beck'sche Reihe
Wie sind Menschen entstanden? Wer waren ihre Vorfahren?Warum gibt es überhaupt Menschen? Warum sehen dieMenschen der verschiedenen Erdteile und Länder anders aus?Warum unterscheiden sich Frauen und Männer in Merkmalen wie Größe und Behaarung? Warum werden Menschen krank, warum sterben sie?Warum gibt es Kunst und Kultur? Beispielhaft zeigt Thomas Junker, wie erfolgreich die Evolutionsbiologie ... Read more

$11.13 USD

Wie sind Menschen entstanden? Wer waren ihre Vorfahren?Warum gibt es überhaupt Menschen? Warum sehen dieMenschen der verschiedenen Erdteile und Länder anders aus?Warum unterscheiden sich Frauen und Männer in Merkmalen wie Größe und Behaarung? Warum werden Menschen krank, warum sterben sie?Warum gibt es Kunst und Kultur? Beispielhaft zeigt Thomas Junker, wie erfolgreich die Evolutionsbiologie
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Das älteste Glücksspiel

Eine kurze Naturgeschichte der Sexualität

by Veiko Krauß ...

Series series Life Science and Basic Disciplines (German Language)
Sex prägt wesentlich unser Bild einer lebendigen Natur. Entstanden vor Milliarden Jahren, spielt die Sexualität die Rolle eines Zufallsgenerators, welcher in jeder Generation Erbgut neu zusammenwürfelt. Sie gleicht einem Rüttler, der für die Durchlässigkeit des Siebes der natürlichen Selektion sorgt.Sex tritt bei jeder Art in einer besonderen, durch ihre evolutionäre Geschichte und Lebensweise ... Read more

$18.99 USD

Sex prägt wesentlich unser Bild einer lebendigen Natur. Entstanden vor Milliarden Jahren, spielt die Sexualität die Rolle eines Zufallsgenerators, welcher in jeder Generation Erbgut neu zusammenwürfelt. Sie gleicht einem Rüttler, der für die Durchlässigkeit des Siebes der natürlichen Selektion sorgt.Sex tritt bei jeder Art in einer besonderen, durch ihre evolutionäre Geschichte und Lebensweise
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Science Discovers God

by Ariel A. Roth ...

Does God exist? This question simply will not go away-and science itself is providing the answer. Ariel A. Roth, scientist and Christian believer, examines key issues related to the "God question." ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Does God exist? This question simply will not go away-and science itself is providing the answer. Ariel A. Roth, scientist and Christian believer, examines key issues related to the "God question."
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Empirical Theories

Empirical Theory of Evolution

by John Tabu Irungu ...

Series Book 10 - Empirical Theories
There exist a link between the subconscious and consciousness; and evolution. ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

There exist a link between the subconscious and consciousness; and evolution.
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Epigenetics, Development, Ecology and Evolution

Edited by Luis María Vaschetto ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
Epigenetic modifications comprise heritable gene expression changes that occur without alteration of the DNA sequence and 'co-act' with genetic factors to shape development processes and evolutionary trajectories. Multicellular organisms receive different types of environmental stimuli/stresses that trigger epigenetic modifications during development. These environmentally driven mechanisms ... Read more

$143.09 USD

Epigenetic modifications comprise heritable gene expression changes that occur without alteration of the DNA sequence and 'co-act' with genetic factors to shape development processes and evolutionary trajectories. Multicellular organisms receive different types of environmental stimuli/stresses that trigger epigenetic modifications during development. These environmentally driven mechanisms
... Read more
We, Hominids

An anthropological detective story

by Frank Westerman ...

Translated by Sam Garrett ...

The Dutch bestsellerNominated for Le Prix Nicolas Bouvier'A masterclass in storytelling, exploring who we are and where we came from' Danielle Clode'Gripping and brilliantly told, We Hominids deftly blends personal experience with a journalist's eye for a remarkable story' Mark McKennaWHO ARE WE? WHY ARE WE DIFFERENT FROM ANIMALS? WHAT MAKES US HUMAN?In this... ... Read more

$12.29 USD

The Dutch bestsellerNominated for Le Prix Nicolas Bouvier'A masterclass in storytelling, exploring who we are and where we came from' Danielle Clode'Gripping and brilliantly told, We Hominids deftly blends personal experience with a journalist's eye for a remarkable story' Mark McKennaWHO ARE WE? WHY ARE WE DIFFERENT FROM ANIMALS? WHAT MAKES US HUMAN?In this...
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Applied Eugenics

Exploring the Legacy of Eugenics: Perspectives on Genetics, Society, and Ethics

by Paul Popenoe, Roswell H. Johnson ...

In the collection titled 'Applied Eugenics,' an anthology traversing the intricacies of eugenics, readers are invited to explore a comprehensive array of writings that examine the ambitious yet controversial ideals surrounding genetic selection. Spanning investigative essays and theoretical discourses, this anthology transcends mere academic exploration to interrogate the ethical boundaries and ... Read more

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In the collection titled 'Applied Eugenics,' an anthology traversing the intricacies of eugenics, readers are invited to explore a comprehensive array of writings that examine the ambitious yet controversial ideals surrounding genetic selection. Spanning investigative essays and theoretical discourses, this anthology transcends mere academic exploration to interrogate the ethical boundaries and
... Read more
Primate Behavior and Human Origins

by Glenn King ...

This comprehensive introduction demonstrates the theoretical perspectives and concepts that are applied to primate behavior, and explores the relevance of non-human primates to understanding human behavior. Using a streamlined and student-friendly taxonomic framework, King provides a thorough overview of the primate order. The chapters cover common features and diversity, and touch on ecology, ... Read more

$72.99 USD

This comprehensive introduction demonstrates the theoretical perspectives and concepts that are applied to primate behavior, and explores the relevance of non-human primates to understanding human behavior. Using a streamlined and student-friendly taxonomic framework, King provides a thorough overview of the primate order. The chapters cover common features and diversity, and touch on ecology,
... Read more
Biologia, o Mito da Evolução

by VALDEMIR MOTA DE MENEZES ...

Este livro pretende desmistificar de forma suscita a falsa e improvável teoria da evolução, usando somente argumentos lógicos e os dados científicos que temos em mãos, sem necessidade de usar a Bíblia para defender o criacionismo. Todos os ramos da biologia apontam que houve um criador e que a natureza por si só não consegue produzir uma simples célula viva. Veremos o mito da evolução através da ... Read more

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Este livro pretende desmistificar de forma suscita a falsa e improvável teoria da evolução, usando somente argumentos lógicos e os dados científicos que temos em mãos, sem necessidade de usar a Bíblia para defender o criacionismo. Todos os ramos da biologia apontam que houve um criador e que a natureza por si só não consegue produzir uma simples célula viva. Veremos o mito da evolução através da
... Read more
In Search of Human Evolution

Field Research in Diverse Environments

by Michael H. Crawford ...

Why would a researcher be willing to subject themselves to scorching heat, frigid conditions, or swarms of Anopheles mosquitoes? For author Michael H. Crawford, the answer is clear. Field research in anthropological genetics helps us answer several basic, universal questions. Who are we? Where did we come from? How did we get here? In Search of Human Evolution synthesizes more than 50 years of ... Read more

$71.99 USD

Why would a researcher be willing to subject themselves to scorching heat, frigid conditions, or swarms of Anopheles mosquitoes? For author Michael H. Crawford, the answer is clear. Field research in anthropological genetics helps us answer several basic, universal questions. Who are we? Where did we come from? How did we get here? In Search of Human Evolution synthesizes more than 50 years of
... Read more
Neurobiological Evolution of Humans

From Neurons to Narratives

by Ali Moghtaderi ...

Our perception of the brain structure and function as an organ full of secrets and mysteries must change, and it is necessary to consider it as a part of the body that is constantly evolving and developing to maintain homeostasis for the entire human organism. New fossils, imaging methods, molecular genetics, comparative anatomy, evolutionary psychology, cognitive concepts in neuroscience, and ... Read more

$77.99 USD

Our perception of the brain structure and function as an organ full of secrets and mysteries must change, and it is necessary to consider it as a part of the body that is constantly evolving and developing to maintain homeostasis for the entire human organism. New fossils, imaging methods, molecular genetics, comparative anatomy, evolutionary psychology, cognitive concepts in neuroscience, and
... Read more
The Evolution of Imperfection

The Science of Why We Aren’t and Can’t Be Perfect

by Laurence D. Hurst ...

How understanding our genetic imperfections can change our view of evolution and enrich what it means to be humanIf we start with the presumption that evolution is a constantly improving process, some aspects of our evolution just do not make sense. We have a high rate of genetic diseases, for example, and much of our DNA seems to be pointless. In The Evolution of Imperfection, Laurence Hurst ... Read more

$21.59 USD

How understanding our genetic imperfections can change our view of evolution and enrich what it means to be humanIf we start with the presumption that evolution is a constantly improving process, some aspects of our evolution just do not make sense. We have a high rate of genetic diseases, for example, and much of our DNA seems to be pointless. In The Evolution of Imperfection, Laurence Hurst
... Read more
THE HUMANS THAT LIVED BEFORE US

The Untold Stories of Early Hominins and Their Evolutionary Secrets

by GEOFFREY HOPKINS ...

Discover the extraordinary story of The Humans That Lived Before Us—a captivating exploration of our shared origins, evolutionary secrets, and the incredible journey that made us who we are today. This is not just a book; it’s an invitation to step back millions of years and uncover the untold mysteries of early hominins, their lives, and their lasting impact on humanity.Have you ever wondered ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Discover the extraordinary story of The Humans That Lived Before Us—a captivating exploration of our shared origins, evolutionary secrets, and the incredible journey that made us who we are today. This is not just a book; it’s an invitation to step back millions of years and uncover the untold mysteries of early hominins, their lives, and their lasting impact on humanity.Have you ever wondered
... Read more
College Biology Questions & Explanations

High Yield Organismal Biology Questions with Detailed Explanations

by Sterling Test Prep ...

Thousands of students use Sterling Test Prep to achieve academic success!Master essential organismal biology college topics and increase your grade.This book helps you develop and apply knowledge to quickly choose the correct answers to organismal biology questions typically tested in college courses.Targeted questions with detailed explanations that describe why an answer is correct and - more ... Read more

$35.99 USD

Thousands of students use Sterling Test Prep to achieve academic success!Master essential organismal biology college topics and increase your grade.This book helps you develop and apply knowledge to quickly choose the correct answers to organismal biology questions typically tested in college courses.Targeted questions with detailed explanations that describe why an answer is correct and - more
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El sexo injusto

by Victoria de Andrés ...

Series series Metatemas
Un ensayo clarificador sobre las diferentes consecuencias que la evolución ha tenido en mujeres y hombres.Este libro fascinante se adentra en el concepto del sexo desde un punto de vista evolutivo y netamente femenino. El gran invento que fue la reproducción sexual supuso el tributo, en el caso de algunas especies como la nuestra, de un dimorfismo sexual no necesariamente igualitario en el reparto ... Read more

$12.99 USD

Un ensayo clarificador sobre las diferentes consecuencias que la evolución ha tenido en mujeres y hombres.Este libro fascinante se adentra en el concepto del sexo desde un punto de vista evolutivo y netamente femenino. El gran invento que fue la reproducción sexual supuso el tributo, en el caso de algunas especies como la nuestra, de un dimorfismo sexual no necesariamente igualitario en el reparto
... Read more
Optogenetics and Modern Neurotechnology

Illuminating the Mysteries of the Brain

by Kenneth Douglas ...

What are the neural circuits that underpin behavior, both in psychiatric illness and in health? Can we understand what is going on in the brain of a person suffering depression, or who has an anxiety disorder, or is addicted to drugs? And what of our fundamental functions and survival drives: what are the connections between neurons that enable us to form, store, and retrieve memories, to feel ... Read more

$20.89 USD

What are the neural circuits that underpin behavior, both in psychiatric illness and in health? Can we understand what is going on in the brain of a person suffering depression, or who has an anxiety disorder, or is addicted to drugs? And what of our fundamental functions and survival drives: what are the connections between neurons that enable us to form, store, and retrieve memories, to feel
... Read more
Evolution of the Cerebellar Sense of Self

by John Montgomery, David Bodznick ...

The cerebellum is an intriguing component of the brain. In humans it occupies only 10% of the brain volume, yet has approximately 69 billion neurons; that is 80% of the nerve cells in the brain. The cerebellum first arose in jawed vertebrates such as sharks, and early vertebrates also have an additional cerebellum-like structure in the hindbrain. Shark cerebellum-like structures function as ... Read more

$66.59 USD

The cerebellum is an intriguing component of the brain. In humans it occupies only 10% of the brain volume, yet has approximately 69 billion neurons; that is 80% of the nerve cells in the brain. The cerebellum first arose in jawed vertebrates such as sharks, and early vertebrates also have an additional cerebellum-like structure in the hindbrain. Shark cerebellum-like structures function as
... Read more
Chile y Darwin: la respuesta al evolucionismo desde 1869

by Guillermo Latorre C., Zenobio Saldivia ...

La investigación en Chile sobre la Teoría de la Evolución de Charles Darwin ha vivido un curso intermitente y quizás no siempre ha estado ligada al contenido que propone el naturalista inglés, situación que ve su término en la década de 2010, cuando historiadores y filósofos chilenos empiezan a investigar la recepción del evolucionismo por parte de religiosos y seglares, los dos actores ... Read more

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La investigación en Chile sobre la Teoría de la Evolución de Charles Darwin ha vivido un curso intermitente y quizás no siempre ha estado ligada al contenido que propone el naturalista inglés, situación que ve su término en la década de 2010, cuando historiadores y filósofos chilenos empiezan a investigar la recepción del evolucionismo por parte de religiosos y seglares, los dos actores
... Read more
Evolution and Intelligent Design in a Nutshell

by Thomas Y. Lo, Paul K. Chien, Eric H. Anderson, Robert A. Alston, Robert P. Waltzer ...

Are life and the universe a mindless accident—the blind outworking of cosmic, chemical, and biological evolution? That's the official story many of us were taught somewhere along the way. But what does the science actually say? Drawing on recent discoveries in astronomy, cosmology, chemistry, biology, and paleontology, Evolution and Intelligent Design in a Nutshell shows how the latest scientific ... Read more

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Are life and the universe a mindless accident—the blind outworking of cosmic, chemical, and biological evolution? That's the official story many of us were taught somewhere along the way. But what does the science actually say? Drawing on recent discoveries in astronomy, cosmology, chemistry, biology, and paleontology, Evolution and Intelligent Design in a Nutshell shows how the latest scientific
... Read more
Un erizo en la tormenta

Ensayos sobre libros y ciencia

by Stephen Jay Gould ...

Translated by Fani Manresa Besolí ...

Series series Drakontos
Como biólogo darwinista, Gould libró una guerra sin cuartel contra quienes simplifican excesivamente la teoría de la evolución. A menudo insistió en que comprender cómo funciona un organismo hoy no necesariamente explica por qué evolucionó de un determinado modo. Y cuando el organismo en cuestión era el ser humano, Gould admitió de buen grado que más valía recurrir a Lamarck que a Darwin, pues los ... Read more

$6.99 USD

Como biólogo darwinista, Gould libró una guerra sin cuartel contra quienes simplifican excesivamente la teoría de la evolución. A menudo insistió en que comprender cómo funciona un organismo hoy no necesariamente explica por qué evolucionó de un determinado modo. Y cuando el organismo en cuestión era el ser humano, Gould admitió de buen grado que más valía recurrir a Lamarck que a Darwin, pues los
... Read more

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