Impact of science and technology on society

Darwinism and the Divine examines the implications of evolutionary thought for natural theology, from the time of publication of Darwin's On the Origin of Species to current debates on creationism and intelligent design.

How does everyday life change when electricity becomes available to a group of people for the first time?

The natural history museum is a place where the line between "e;high"e; and "e;low"e; culture effectively vanishes--where our awe of nature, our taste for the bizarre, and our thirst for knowledge all blend happily together.

This book shares research and practice on current trends in digital technology for agricultural and rural development in the Global South.

An entertaining mathematical exploration of the heat equation and its role in the triumphant development of the trans-Atlantic telegraph cableHeat, like gravity, shapes nearly every aspect of our world and universe, from how milk dissolves in coffee to how molten planets cool.

This book describes twelve inventions that transformed the United States from a rural and small-town community to an industrial country of unprecedented power.

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From school lunchrooms to the White House press room, video games are an integral part of our popular culture, and the industry behind them touches all aspects of our lives, gamer and non-gamer alike.

"e;Elliott and Spence have produced a tight, teachable, and timely primer on media ethics for users and creators of information in the digital age.

'My favourite author has done it again.

An examination of how activists combine political advocacy and technical practice in their promotion of the emancipatory potential of local low-power FM radio.

Updating and expanding the coverage of the first Edition, this book provides a chemical background to domestic and international controls on substances of misuse.

An Introduction to Global Media for the Twenty-First Century provides a thorough introduction to the field of global media today.

Das Jahr 2045 markiert einen historischen Meilenstein: Es ist das Jahr, in dem der Mensch seine biologischen Begrenzungen mithilfe der Technik überwinden wird.

In order to meet the growing scientific requirements of an increasingly complex society, it is essential for us to have an appreciation of the power and breadth of science.

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Digital, visual media are found in most aspects of everyday life, from workplaces to household devices - computer and digital television screens, appliances such as refrigerators and home assistants, and applications for social media and gaming.

The mathematical genius Alan Turing, now well known for his crucial wartime role in breaking the ENIGMA code, was the first to conceive of the fundamental principle of the modern computer-the idea of controlling a computing machine's operations by means of a program of coded instructions, stored in the machine's 'memory'.

Argues that human freedom is threatened by systems of intelligent persuasion developed by tech giants who compete for our time and attention.

Sustainability policies shape the ways that society and the economy interact with the environment, natural resources and ecosystems, and address issues such as water, energy and food security, and climate change.

Making Sense of Evolution explores contemporary evolutionary biology, focusing on the elements of theories-selection, adaptation, and species-that are complex and open to multiple possible interpretations, many of which are incompatible with one another and with other accepted practices in the discipline.

Provides invaluable guidance on how scientists can communicate the societal benefits of their work to the public and funding agencies.

The mobile app as technique and imaginary tool, offering a shortcut to instantaneous connection and entertainment.

From Mastery to Mystery is an original and provocative contribution to the burgeoningfield of ecophenomenology.

Investigates the impact of scientific and technological advances on society, including politics, economy, family life, and ethics.

Early in the 20th century, our world was small and closed with boundaries.

Bentley Glass, one of the world's leading investigators in the field of human genetics, is concerned with the moral absolutes and ethics involved in experimentation with human life in the laboratory.

Unexpected ways that individuals adapt technology to reclaim what matters to them, from working through conflict with smart lights to celebrating gender transition with selfies.

Much of what humans know we cannot say.

Explains the rapid rise of China''s innovation system and provides a roadmap for the prospects of China''s AI development.

Innovations create both opportunities and dilemmas.

An arresting case-study highlighting the social and political implications of a new ''pharmaceutical'' way of thinking about human behaviour.

An analysis of the occupational factors that shape the technology choices made by people who perform the same type of work.

An extraordinarily brave and moving memoir from one of the world's most famous whistle-blowers, activists and trans women.

An accessible introduction to how DNA ancestry tests work, what they can be used for, and the associated ethical issues.

This is the first volume of a new series of research publications in geography which is published for the Department of Geography, University of Toronto.

Electric Sounds brings to vivid life an era when innovations in the production, recording, and transmission of sound revolutionized a number of different media, especially the radio, the phonograph, and the cinema.

Law can keep up with rapid technological change by reflecting our evolving understanding of how humans use language to cooperate.

'A dazzling chronicle, a bracing challenge to modernity's smug assumptions' - Bryce Christensen, Booklist'O what a world of profit and delightOf power, of honour and omnipotenceIs promised to the studious artisan.

Science is the study of our world, as it is in its messy reality.

This exciting and accessible book takes us on a journey from the early days of computers to the cutting-edge research of the present day.

The technical problems confronting different societies and periods, and the measures taken to solve them form the concern of this annual collection of essays.

A shrewd and compelling examination of how political figures throughout history have used scientific findings to achieve their objectives-just as scientists have often put political forces to work to achieve their own goals.

A leading workplace expert provides an inspirational, practical, and forward-looking career playbook for recent grads, career changers, and transitioning professionals looking to thrive in todays rapidly evolving workplace.

This authoritative reference work will provide readers with a complete overview of artificial intelligence (AI), including its historic development and current status, existing and projected AI applications, and present and potential future impact on the United States and the world.