In the Light of Evolution: Volume 1. Adaptation and Complex DesignIn December 2006, the National Academy of Sciences sponsored a colloquium (featured as part of the "Arthur M. Sackler Colloquia" series) on "Adaptation and Complex Design" to synthesize recent empirical findings and conceptual approaches towards understanding the evolutionary origins and maintenance of complex adaptations.
Harnessing children's natural curiosity about the world, this engaging series introduces kids to key science concepts through a simple question-and-answer format.
The mechanics of sunlight, darkness, vibrations, and sound are simplified for young readers in this illuminating reference.
Contemporary design today really can be whatever you want it to be. Four South Florida designers – from Coral Gables to Palm Beach Gardens – share their thoughts in our main design feature on what good contemporary design can be. We’ll also shed some light in our Home & Décor section on how a new lamp or other lighting fixture can give a room a mini-facelift.
CCD Astrophotography: High-Quality Imaging from the Suburbs
Not all amateur astronomers who live in a suburban location realize just how very effective a ‘chilled-chip’ astronomical CCD-camera and software can be at cutting through seemingly impenetrable light-pollution. CCD Astrophotography from the Suburbs details one man’s approach to the problem of getting high-quality astronomical images under light-polluted conditions.
Virtual Light is the first book in William Gibson's Bridge trilogy (continued with Idoru and All Tomorrow's Parties). Virtual Light is a science-fiction novel set in a postmodern, dystopian, cyberpunk near-future.
