Science & Technology Audiobooks

El chico a quien criaron como perro: Y otras historias del cuaderno de un psiquiatra infantil

'Este cuaderno de atrocidades, con el que no habrá capítulo donde el lector no se sienta zarandeado, es en realidad una crónica de la inocencia interrumpida; un estudio del cerebro infantil y de cómo ciertas situaciones creadas por los adultos que rodean al niño, pueden convertir a este en una máquina sin sentimientos, en un obseso sexual, en una víctima de la anorexia, en un desconfiado o en una mente irreparable.'—Luna Miguel ¿Qué pasa cuando se traumatiza un cerebro joven? ¿Cómo afecta la mente de un niño el terror, el abuso o la desgracia? El psiquiatra infantil Bruce Perry ha ayudado a muchos a superar horrores inimaginables: niños supervivientes de genocidios o testigos de homicidio, adolescentes secuestrados o víctimas de violencia familiar. Mediante la observación del trauma a través de la lente científica, Perry nos revela la asombrosa capacidad del cerebro para curarse. Combinando las historias de casos inolvidables con sus propias estrategias de rehabilitación, el autor explica lo que ocurre exactamente en el cerebro de un niño expuesto a un estrés extremo, y propone diferentes medidas para aliviar el dolor y ayudarle a crecer como un adulto sano. Las cosas más simples –el entorno, el afecto, el lenguaje, el contacto, etc.– pueden influir profundamente, para bien o para mal, en un cerebro en desarrollo. En este interesante documento, Bruce Perry demuestra que solo cuando entendamos la ciencia de la mente podremos tener la esperanza de curar el espíritu de casi cualquier niño, incluso el más afectado. 'Mediante la exposición de cada historia clínica y las aplicaciones del «tratamiento neurosecuencial», Perry y Szalavitz ofrecen una demostración fascinante de cómo las sinergias entre los avances en neurociencia y la psicología consiguen mejorías sorprendentes en pacientes que se consideran casos perdidos.'—El Cultural

Bruce D. Perry, M.D., Ph.D., Bruce Perry, Lucía Barahona (translator), Maia Szalavitz (Author), Alan Bochm (Narrator)

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Apokalypse-niemals!: Warum uns der Klima-Alarmismus krank macht

„Der Klimawandel ist da, aber er fUhrt nicht in die Apokalypse. Und er ist nicht einmal unser grOßtes Problem!“ In seinem aktuellen Bestseller „Apocalypse never“ zeigt sich der bekannte und international angesehene Umweltaktivist Michael Shellenberger als leidenschaftlicher Verfechter einer rationalen Umweltpolitik und erteilt dem Oko-Alarmismus eine klare Absage. Er legt dar, wie die vermeintlich alarmierenden Daten sachlich zu interpretieren sind und was wirklich hinter der Klimahysterie steckt: nAmlich finanzielle Interessen, Machtstreben und die Sehnsucht nach einer Ersatz-Religion. Hierin sieht Shellenberger die eigentliche Gefahr fUr Mensch und Natur und fordert praktikable und innovative LOsungen jenseits ideologischer Tabus, darunter die Kernkraft als sichere und saubere Energiequelle. Dieses hervorragend recherchierte Buch rAumt mit vielen Mythen auf und lAsst die Fakten fUr sich sprechen.

Michael Shellenberger (Author), Thomas Höricht (Narrator)

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Fledgling

Read the powerful account of one woman's fight to reshape her identity through connection with nature when all normality has fallen away. When lifelong bird-lover Hannah Bourne-Taylor moved with her husband to Ghana seven years ago she couldn't have anticipated how her life would be forever changed by her unexpected encounters with nature and the subsequent bonds she formed. Plucked from the comfort and predictability of her life before, Hannah struggled to establish herself in her new environment, striving to belong in the rural grasslands far away from home. In this challenging situation, she was forced to turn inwards and interrogate her own sense of identity, however in the animal life around her, and in two wild birds in particular, Hannah found a source of solace and a way to reconnect with the world in which she was living. Fledgling is a portrayal of adaptability, resilience and self-discovery in the face of isolation and change, fuelled by the quiet power of nature and the unexpected bonds with animals she encounters. Hannah encourages us to reconsider the conventional boundaries of the relationships people have with animals through her inspiring and very beautiful glimpse ofwhat is possible when we allow ourselves to connect to the natural world. Full of determination and compassion, Fledgling is apowerful meditation on our instinctive connection to nature. It shows that even the tiniest of birds can teach us what is important in life and how to embrace every day.

Hannah Bourne-Taylor (Author), Hannah Bourne-Taylor (Narrator)

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Perfectly Imperfect Puppy: The ultimate life-changing programme for training a well-behaved, happy d

Brought to you by Penguin. When raising a puppy, we all want to make sure we're doing it right, but sometimes the unrealistic expectations of perfection can be overwhelming. The truth is no one is perfect, so cut yourself a little slack; bringing up a puppy who's imperfectly perfect for you makes much more sense. Having worked with over 5,000 dogs, Graeme Hall has a unique understanding of the early developmental period. Now he is here to help with his stress-free guide to training and caring for your puppy, so that they grow into a happy, well-adjusted dog. From choosing the right puppy for your lifestyle (including the benefits of a rescue or disabled puppy) and preparing for them to come home, to the crucial socialisation period, early training and adolescence, Graeme covers everything you need to know. All whilst providing useful insight and research into puppy behaviour which will prevent problems later in life. Perfectly Imperfect Puppy gives expert advice on how you can give your puppy the best start, breaking down why techniques work, so you get the best results, leading to a happy home for everyone. © Graeme Hall 2022 (P) Penguin Audio 2022

Graeme Hall (Author), Graeme Hall (Narrator)

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There Is Life After the Nobel Prize

One day in 1996, the neuroscientist Eric R. Kandel took a call from his program officer at the National Institute of Mental Health, who informed him that he had been awarded a key grant. Also, the officer said, he and his colleagues thought Kandel would win the Nobel Prize. 'I hope not soon,' Kandel's wife, Denise, said when she heard this. Sociologists had found that Nobel Prize winners often did not contribute much more to science, she explained. In this book, Kandel recounts his remarkable career since receiving the Nobel in 2000-or his experience of proving to his wife that he was not yet 'completely dead intellectually.' Kandel relates how the Nobel Prize gave him the opportunity to reach a far larger audience, which in turn allowed him to discover and pursue new directions. He describes his efforts to promote public understanding of science and to put brain science and art into conversation with each other. Kandel also discusses his return to Austria, which he had fled as a child, and observes Austria's coming to terms with the Nazi period. Showcasing Kandel's accomplishments, erudition, and wit, There Is Life After the Nobel Prize is a candid account of the working life of an acclaimed scientist.

Eric R. Kandel (Author), Paul Heitsch (Narrator)

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Incredible Kratu: The happy-go-lucky rescue dog who changed his owner's life

A solitary child who only really found solace in nature, Tess Eagle Swan ran away from home aged sixteen and, by her late twenties, had already survived violence and drug addiction. In the following decade, life spiralled further out of control, as substance abuse filled the hole meaningful relationships should have occupied. Something had to change. Tess had always loved animals, so when she saw a post on Facebook about the plight of two dogs in Romania, she was moved to take action, helping find homes for both. It was the first step on the road that led her to Kratu - the Carpathian/Mioritic Shepherd cross she adopted in 2014. From his humble beginnings on a Roma camp in Transylvania, Kratu has gone on to become a canine international treasure. Now a trained assistance and therapy dog, he has brought joy to millions with his lovable antics - not least with his legendary appearances at Crufts. But the role he has played in Tess's story is more compelling still. After a lifetime of distress, Tess and Kratu's bond allowed Tess to finally learn to love herself and answer some of the questions behind her troubled beginnings. Incredible Kratu is the inspirational true story of this unlikely pair, who found in each other the love and support they needed to beat the odds and turn both their lives around.

Lynne Barrett-Lee, Tess Eagle Swan (Author), Charlie Norfolk (Narrator)

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Still Hopeful: Lessons from a Lifetime of Activism

"Canada's best-known voice of dissent." - CBC "It's time we listened to the Maude Barlows of the world." - CNN In this timely book, Barlow counters the prevailing atmosphere of pessimism that surrounds us and offers lessons of hope that she has learned from a lifetime of activism. She has been a linchpin in three major movements in her life: second-wave feminism, the battle against free trade and globalization, and the global fight for water justice. From each of these she draws her lessons of hope, emphasizing that effective activism is not really about the goal, rather it is about building a movement and finding like-minded people to carry the load with you. Barlow knows firsthand how hard fighting for change can be. But she also knows that change does happen and that hope is the essential ingredient.

Maude Barlow (Author), Barbara Saxberg (Narrator)

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Löwenland: Mein Leben fu?r Afrikas letzte Wildnis

Valentin Grüner lebt den Traum vieler Menschen: Mit Anfang 20 gab er seine Heimat, den Bodensee, für ein Leben als Wildhüter und Naturschützer in Afrika auf und zog in die Wüste Kalahari in Botswana. Als er vor neun Jahren ein verlassenes Löwenjunges fand, änderte sich alles: Die kleine Sirga bestimmte fortan seinen Alltag, wuchs heran, lernte auf Streifzügen, mit Valentin zu jagen und sich selbst zu versorgen. Nur durch Willenskraft, Kreativität und Durchhaltevermögen schaffte es Valentin, für Sirga ein Reservat in der afrikanischen Wildnis zu errichten. Nun streift Sirga unter Valentins wachsamem Blick durch ihr eigenes Gelände. In seinem Buch erzählt Valentin Grüner von seiner abenteuerlichen Geschichte - und der Freundschaft zu der Löwin Sirga.-

Valentin Grüner (Author), Sebastian Waldemer (Narrator)

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Der Codebreaker: Wie die Erfindung der Genschere die Zukunft der Menschheit für immer verändert

Die CRISPR-Methode und die Zukunft der MedizinWas macht die Natur, wenn ein neuer Feind auftaucht? Sie findet eine neue Strategie. Wenn eine Bakterie von einem Virus attackiert wird, verteidigt sie sich beispielsweise, indem sie ihre genetische Struktur ändert. Doch wie können diese Mechanismen nachgewiesen werden? Und welchen Nutzen hat dieses Wissen für die Medizin?Der Amerikanerin Jennifer Doudna und der Französin Emmanuelle Charpentier sind bahnbrechende Erkenntnisse im Bereich der Biochemie gelungen: Die beiden Forscherinnen konnten die Verteidigungsstrategien der Natur auf grundlegendster Ebene, auf jener der Zelle, entdecken und nachbauen. Das Ergebnis heißt »CRISPR«. Diese Genschere kann den genetischen Bauplan punktgenau ändern. Die Sternstunde der Forschung: Blicken Sie den berühmten Wissenschaftlerinnen über die Schulter! Was trieb Jennifer Doudna und Emmanuelle Charpentier zu dieser Höchstleistung an? Welche Rückschläge und Erfolge begegneten den Forscherinnen auf ihrem Weg zum Durchbruch? Wie wurde aus einer Idee, die zunächst wie Science-Fiction klang, ein Projekt, das die Welt der Wissenschaft für immer verändern würde?Walter Isaacson erzählt in diesem fundierten Sachbuch nicht nur die Geschichte der CRISPR-Methode, sondern lässt Sie auch hinter die Kulissen blicken: in die Labore, in denen der Wettlauf der Biosciences entschieden wurde. Ein packendes Wissenschaftsbuch, das Forschung und Biografie verbindet!- Ausgezeichnet mit dem Nobelpreis für Chemie: Die Erfolgsgeschichte des Code-Breakers- Die Erfindung von CRISPR: So funktioniert die Technologie des Gen-Editierens- Frauen in der Wissenschaft: Jennifer Doudna und Emmanuelle Charpentier im persönlichen Porträt- Moralische und ethische Fragen, die bei der Genforschung bedacht werden müssen- So kann die Genschere in der Virus-Bekämpfung eingesetzt werden-

Walter Isaacson (Author), Marlen Ulonska (Narrator)

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Far Side of the Moon: Apollo 8 Commander Frank Borman and the Woman Who Gave Him Wings

"Perhaps the most human story to emerge from mankind's greatest technological achievement."-Capt. Phil "Rowdy" Yates (USN Ret.) Far Side of the Moon is the untold, fully authorized story of the lives of Frank and Susan Borman. One was a famous astronaut-an instrumental part of the Apollo space program-but the other was just as much a warrior. This real-life love story is far from a fairy tale. Life as a military wife was beyond demanding, but Susan always rose to the occasion. When Frank joined NASA and was selected to command the first mission to orbit the moon, Susan's well-hidden depression and alcoholism finally came to light. Frank had to come to terms with how his "mission above all else" mentality contributed to his wife's suffering. As Susan healed, she was able to begin helping others who suffered in silence from mental illness and addiction. Discover how Frank and Susan's love and commitment to each other is still overcoming life's challenges, even beyond their years as an Apollo commander and the founder of the Astronaut Wives Club.

Liisa Jorgensen (Author), Stacy Gonzalez (Narrator)

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The CISO Evolution: Business Knowledge for Cybersecurity Executives

Learn to effectively deliver business aligned cybersecurity outcomes In The CISO Evolution: Business Knowledge for Cybersecurity Executives, information security experts Matthew K. Sharp and Kyriakos 'Rock' Lambros deliver an insightful and practical resource to help cybersecurity professionals develop the skills they need to effectively communicate with senior management and boards. They assert business aligned cybersecurity is crucial and demonstrate how business acumen is being put into action to deliver meaningful business outcomes. The authors use illustrative stories to show professionals how to establish an executive presence and avoid the most common pitfalls experienced by technology experts when speaking and presenting to executives. The book will show you how to: - Inspire trust in senior business leaders by properly aligning and setting expectations around risk appetite and capital allocation - Properly characterize the indispensable role of cybersecurity in your company's overall strategic plan - Acquire the necessary funding and resources for your company's cybersecurity program and avoid the stress and anxiety that comes with underfunding

Kyriakos Lambros, Matthew K. Sharp (Author), Christopher Grove (Narrator)

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Radically Human: How New Technology Is Transforming Business and Shaping Our Future

Technology advances are making tech more . . . human, changing everything you thought you knew about innovation and strategy. In their groundbreaking book Human + Machine, Accenture technology leaders Paul Daugherty and H. James Wilson showed how leading organizations use the power of human-machine collaboration to transform their businesses and their bottom lines. Now those companies and other pioneers across industries are reshaping the very nature of innovation. In Radically Human, Daugherty and Wilson show this profound shift-how artificial intelligence is becoming less artificial and more intelligent. How, instead of data-hungry approaches to AI, innovators are pursuing data-efficient approaches that enable machines to learn as humans do. And how, instead of replacing workers with machines, they are unleashing human expertise to create human-centered AI. Leading companies use these fresh approaches to the basic building blocks of business-Intelligence, Data, Experience, Architecture, and Strategy (IDEAS)-to transform competition, optimize post-pandemic approaches to work and talent, and show the way toward a sustainable future. With compelling insights and fresh examples from a variety of industries, Radically Human will forever change the way you think about, practice, and win with innovation.

H. James Wilson, Paul Daugherty, Paul R. Daugherty (Author), Jonathan Yen (Narrator)

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