Over a decade ago the field of bioethics was established in response to the increased control over the design of living organisms afforded by both medical genetics and biotechnology. Since its introduction, bioethics has become established as an academic discipline with journals and professional societies, is covered regularly in the media, and affects people everyday around the globe.In response to the increasing need for information about medical genetics and biotechnology as wel...

Philosophical concepts are influential in the theories and methods to study the world religions. Even though the disciplines of anthropology and religious studies now encompass communities and cultures across the world, the theories and methods used to study world religions and cultures continue to be rooted in Western philosophies. For instance, one of the most widely used textbooks used in introductory courses on religious studies, introduces major theoreticians such as Edward Burnett Ty...

Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mindset Revealed: Learn how curiosity, imagination, and exponential innovation are creating life without limitsNaveen Jain is leading disruptions today that will reshape the world—and beyond. From redefining civilian space exploration to creating a path to free energy to disrupting healthcare and education, Jain is at the forefront of the exponential technology developments that will forever change how we live and work. In Moonshots Jain reveals the s...

A beginner's guide to simplifying Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes with the help of hands-on tips, tricks, and best practices, in a fun and interactive wayKey FeaturesExplore data wrangling with the help of real-world examples and business use casesStudy various ways to extract the most value from your data in minimal timeBoost your knowledge with bonus topics, such as random data generation and data integrity checksBook D...

Beyond the Numbers presents a thought-provoking series of essays by leading authorities on issues of population and consumption. The essays both define the poles of debate and explore common ground beyond the polarized rhetoric.Specific chapters consider each of the broad topics addressed at the International Conference on Population and Development held in September 1994 in Cairo, Egypt. The essays are supplemented by sidebars and short articles featuring more-impassioned...

Reviewing peace and reconciliation, secular pilgrimages, and international perspectives on sacred journeys, this book offers the reader an opportunity to encounter multiple voices and viewpoints on one of the most ancient practices of humankind. With an estimated third of all international travellers now undertaking journeys anticipating an aspect of transformation (the hallmark of pilgrimage), this book includes both spiritual and non-spiritual voyages, such as journeys of self-therapy, m...

John Cort explores the narratives by which the Jains have explained the presence of icons of Jinas (their enlightened and liberated teachers) that are worshiped and venerated in the hundreds of thousands of Jain temples throughout India. Most of these narratives portray icons favorably, and so justify their existence; but there are also narratives originating among iconoclastic Jain communities that see the existence of temple icons as a sign of decay and corruption. The veneration of Jina...

Take a comprehensive and step-by-step approach to understanding machine learningKey FeaturesDiscover how to apply the scikit-learn uniform API in all types of machine learning modelsUnderstand the difference between supervised and unsupervised learning modelsReinforce your understanding of machine learning concepts by working on real-world examplesBook DescriptionMachine learning algorithms are an integral part of almost all ...

Strong focus on environmental physiology, abiotic stress and breeding more abiotic stress-resistant varietiesReviews range of advanced marker-assisted breeding techniques, including gene editingDiscusses key advances in the value chain to improve resource use for more sustainable production

Effective strategies for identifying people living with HIV and helping them receive ongoing medical care.The availability of combination antiretroviral therapy has changed the lives of millions of people living with HIV (PLWH), for whom a once fatal infection can now be a manageable chronic disease. Yet only 30 percent of PLWH in the United States are virally suppressed, and significant gaps in access to care persist.While programs to boost linkage to and ...

Learn how to analyze data using Python models with the help of real-world use cases and guidance from industry expertsKey FeaturesGet to grips with data analysis by studying use cases from different fieldsDevelop your critical thinking skills by following tried-and-true data analysisLearn how to use conclusions from data analyses to make better business decisionsBook DescriptionBusinesses today operate online and generate dat...

A practical, empowering guide to help medical students embark on research projects with confidence.Practical advice for medical students, based on the premise that every student can participate meaningfully in research and scientific discovery. This guide supports learners through every step—from preparation and project design to publication and presentation.The authors bring together the essential perspectives of a senior and junior faculty member and a cu...