Resultados para "Das System" en Ciencias biológicas

'A glorious paean to our living world, full of achingly beautiful passages, mind-bending conceptual twists, and wonderful characters. Ferris Jabr reveals how Earth not only gave rise to life, and now teems with it, but has also been profoundly, miraculously shaped by it.' – Ed Yong, author of...

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of Elephant's on Acid comes a collection of the wackiest theories from science and history. What if we’re living inside a black hole? What if we’ve already found extraterrestrial life? What if the dinosaurs died in a nuclear war? What if Jesus Christ...

What is our immune system, and how does it work? A vast array of cells, proteins and chemicals spring into action whenever our bodies are damaged, but immunity is not something you can see, touch, or feel. It can fight off malicious bacteria and viruses, locate cancerous growths, and even rewire our brains—but sometimes our own tissues can get caught in its crossfire, with catastrophic consequences. Humans may be the most disease-ridden animals on the planet. Professor John Trowsdale shows how the immune system protects us, and how our bodies invest huge resources to keep it running.

Bridges the gap between AI and neuroscience by telling the story of how the brain came to be. 'I found this book amazing' Daniel Kahneman, Winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics and bestselling author of Thinking Fast & Slow The entirety of the human brain’s 4-billion-year story can be...

Break the cycle of endless procrastination and reclaim your deep focus with a practical science-backed dopamine detox. If you feel constantly overwhelmed, drained by digital distractions, or stuck in a rut during your daily commute, the problem isn’t your willpower. Your brain’s reward...

A deep dive into the immune system that will forever change how you think about your body, from the creator of the popular science YouTube channel Kurzgesagt—In a Nutshell “Through wonderful analogies and a genius for clarifying complex ideas, Immune is a truly brilliant introduction to the...

Everything we know about how planets form and how life arises suggests that human civilization on Earth should not be unique. We ought to see abundant evidence of extraterrestrial activity - but we don't. Where is everybody? In this volume in the MIT Press Essential Knowledge series, science and technology writer Wade Roush examines one of the great unsolved problems in science: Is there life, intelligent or otherwise, on other planets?

Over the last decade, scientists have discovered the importance and widespread presence in the body of a remarkable family of proteins known as prion proteins. Research links various types of prion proteins to neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's—and this has fueled the search for new drugs that could halt the progression of these terrible disorders. Other discoveries have revealed the essential roles prion proteins play in memory and immunity, and the part they may have played in the beginnings of life on our planet.

Taking listeners on an in-depth exploration of movement and music, from early humans up until today, the authors show the proven benefits of dance for our heart, lungs, bones, nervous system, and brain. Listeners will come away with a wide range of dances to try and a scientific understanding of how dance benefits almost every aspect of our lives.

In Strange New Worlds, renowned astronomer Ray Jayawardhana brings news from the front lines of the epic quest to find planets—and alien life—beyond our solar system. Only in the past two decades, after millennia of speculation, have astronomers begun to discover planets around other stars—thousands in fact. Now they are closer than ever to unraveling distant twins of the Earth. In this book, Jayawardhana vividly recounts the stories of the scientists and the remarkable breakthroughs that have ushered in this extraordinary age of exploration.

From two of the world's top scientists and one of the world's top science writers (all parents), Dirt Is Good is a Q&A-based guide to everything you need to know about kids and germs. "Is it OK for my child to eat dirt?" Jack Gilbert and Rob Knight are bombarded with questions like this every week from parents all over the world. Google a question like this, and you'll be overwhelmed with answers. The Internet is rife with speculation and misinformation about the risks and benefits of what most parents think of as simply germs, but which scientists now call the microbiome.

Step onto the microscopic battlefield inside your own body to discover how invisible defenses fight off deadly pathogens. From ancient plagues to modern pandemics, this fascinating medical history reveals the relentless cellular war raging just beneath your skin. Explore the brilliant scientific...

Dive into the fascinating biology of your microscopic battlefield to build resilience and conquer hidden health threats. Perfect for an energizing morning commute, this accessible science journey transforms complex anatomy into an epic story of survival. You will never look at a simple sneeze or...

Master your body's complex biology and conquer health anxiety with this calming, jargon-free guide to human immunity. Whether you are navigating an active recovery or simply seeking better wellness habits, this accessible science audiobook transforms confusing medical concepts into a reassuring...

Demystify human biology and conquer daily stress with an accessible guide to your body's hidden neurological network. Whether you are seeking a calming listen for your morning commute or trying to understand your physical reactions, learning how your internal wiring operates changes everything...

Master human biology and improve your respiratory health with this beginner-friendly guide to the science of breathing. Instead of drowning in complex medical jargon, you will follow a single breath on a fascinating microscopic tour from the outside in. Discover exactly how oxygen fuels your...

Optimize your gut health and boost daily energy with this beginner-friendly science guide to human anatomy. Whether you are dealing with frustrating stomachaches or simply curious about how your body fuels your busy life, this empowering journey makes complex biology incredibly accessible...

Master human biology through an educational journey decoding the microscopic highway keeping you alive every second. Perfect for a focused commute or curious learning, this calm, friendly exploration transforms complex anatomy into a vivid, bustling metropolis. Visualize your heart as a powerful...

In an era where robots are increasingly becoming part of our daily lives, we still struggle to define exactly what constitutes a robot.Do robots deserve to be defined by biological markers? How can we differentiate between a mechanical android versus one with synthetic skin? Are robots simply advanced machines that serve as tools for humanity? Will they eventually join the fabric of human society as our agents, advisors, assistants, maids, nurses, and partners? Will they be our servants, equals or superiors? Will we merge with them to become human-robot hybrids?

Conquer complex brain anatomy and nervous system biology with this empowering, easy-to-follow medical science guide. Whether you are an anxious student cramming for clinicals or a curious learner seeking a reassuring breakdown of the human body, you can finally ditch the overwhelming terminology...