When an unknown virus breaks out in the Southwest, a genetic engineer, his newly hired chief scientist, and an archaeologist specializing in Native American cultures team up to combat it.
The God Gametes theory is a refreshing look at what may be both the meaning of life and the reason for its creation. It argues that life on earth and in fact our human consciousness, are universal entities. A model is presented that assumes our universe is a tiny part of a multiverse, arguing that the multiverse is a hierarchical structure, each level a reproductive system of intelligent living systems on the next higher level. We take a fictional look at our parent species on that next higher level to find they are far more complex creatures than us but their universe is older and will soon run out of fuel, to then die. Parent species know that to preserve their life and the billions of years of heritage they created they must reproduce on a lower multiverse level. This, we believe, is why humans have developed many features such as a large brain that make our survival on earth more difficult. Yet these features have evolved because they are needed by the reproductive system of the parent species. -- from lulu.com.
Autoimmune diseases are conditions where the immune system attacks the body organs instead of foreign invaders. This book deals with the various mechanisms by which infectious agents can trigger autoimmunity such as molecular mimicry and polyclonal activation. An overview is given with regard to bacteria, viruses, and parasites associated with autoimmunity, and a summary is given on classical autoimmune diseases and the infecting agents that can induce them. - Includes completely updated and new chapters - Brings the reader up to date and allows easy access to individual topics in one place - Identifies infectious agents as pathogenic or protective in many autoimmune diseases
The most virulent viruses today are composed of information. In this information-driven age, the easiest way to manipulate the culture is through the media. A hip and caustically humorous McLuhan for the '90s, culture watcher Douglas Rushkoff now offers a fascinating expose of media manipulation in today's age of instant information.
In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
Parasites that manipulate the behaviour of their hosts represent striking examples of adaptation by natural selection. This text provides an authoritative review of host manipulation by parasites that assesses developments in the field and lays out a framework for future research.
More than 207,000 women were diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in 2010. These are women with families and friends, careers and hobbies, and joys and challenges. In MARGINAL, author Susie Werle Larkin explores the world of breast cancer victims and their loved ones. A collection of ?rst-person, ?ctional narratives, MARGINAL follows members of a weekly breast cancer support group as they express their struggles, explore their emotions, reveal their souls, describe their past choices, and clear their consciences. The group is composed of a diverse range of people with varied backgrounds and experiences. Winnie learns that spending time with loved ones is more important than material possessions. Billy, who owns a mechanic’s shop, realizes he may have to divorce his wife, su?ering from breast cancer, so he doesn’t lose everything in order to pay the medical bills. John and his wife, who was diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer, consider a stem cell transplant. Told through the eyes of caregivers, MARGINAL shows how breast cancer changes the scope of lives. The beliefs of yesterday may not be the beliefs of today, and with one pull of the right piece of string, the tapestry of people’s lives can begin to unravel.
A Black Butterfly's Journey Towards CLAR.R.R.ITY: Rae Rae Versus The Anoroc Virus. Rae Rae, a spirited 12-year-old African American girl, and her two sidekicks join forces to thwart the chaotic effects of the anoroc virus. Will they be able to restore order or will pandemonium reign during the lockdown? Join them in the quest to find out!