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Author : Philip Clayton,Paul Davies
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2006-06-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780199287147

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The Re-Emergence of Emergence by Philip Clayton,Paul Davies Pdf

Much of the modern period was dominated by a `reductionist' theory of science. On this view, to explain any event in the world is to reduce it down to fundamental particles, laws, and forces. In recent years reductionism has been dramatically challenged by a radically new paradigm called `emergence'. According to this new theory, natural history reveals the continuous emergence of novel phenomena: new structures and new organisms with new causal powers. Consciousness is yet onemore emergent level in the natural hierarchy. Many theologians and religious scholars believe that this new paradigm may offer new insights into the nature of God and God's relation to the world.This volume introduces readers to emergence theory, outlines the major arguments in its defence, and summarizes the most powerful objections against it. Written by experts but suitable as an introductory text, these essays provide the best available presentation of this exciting new field and its potentially momentous implications.

Author : Leighton Evans
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2018-10-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781351009300

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The Re-Emergence of Virtual Reality by Leighton Evans Pdf

In this short book, Evans interrogates the implications of VR’s re-emergence into the media mainstream, critiquing the notion of a VR revolution by analysing the development and ownership of VR companies while also exploring the possibilities of immersion in VR and the importance of immersion in the interest and ownership of VR enterprises. He assesses how the ideologies and desires of both computer programmers and major Silicon Valley industries may influence how VR worlds are conceived and experienced by users while also exploring the mechanisms that create the immersive experience that underpins interest in the medium.

Author : Philip Clayton,Paul Davies
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2006-06-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780191516016

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The Re-Emergence of Emergence by Philip Clayton,Paul Davies Pdf

Much of the modern period was dominated by a `reductionist' theory of science. On this view, to explain any event in the world is to reduce it down to fundamental particles, laws, and forces. In recent years reductionism has been dramatically challenged by a radically new paradigm called `emergence'. According to this new theory, natural history reveals the continuous emergence of novel phenomena: new structures and new organisms with new causal powers. Consciousness is yet one more emergent level in the natural hierarchy. Many theologians and religious scholars believe that this new paradigm may offer new insights into the nature of God and God's relation to the world. This volume introduces readers to emergence theory, outlines the major arguments in its defence, and summarizes the most powerful objections against it. Written by experts but suitable as an introductory text, these essays provide the best available presentation of this exciting new field and its potentially momentous implications.

Author : Hongliang Chai,Quan Liu,Natasha N. Gaudreault,Zhang Wan Jiang
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2023-04-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832520451

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Zoonotic Diseases Originating from Wildlife: Emergence/Re-emergence, Evolution, Prevalence, Pathogenesis, Prevention, and Treatment by Hongliang Chai,Quan Liu,Natasha N. Gaudreault,Zhang Wan Jiang Pdf

Author : Cherine Hussein
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2015-02-11
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317570370

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The Re-Emergence of the Single State Solution in Palestine/Israel by Cherine Hussein Pdf

Providing the first in-depth intellectual and organizational mapping of the single state idea’s recent resurgence in Palestine/Israel, this book enquires into its nature as a phenomenon of resistance, as well as into its potential as a counterhegemonic force in the making against the processes of Zionism. Reconstructing this moment of re-emergence through primary material and interviews with diverse influential intellectuals—its analysis highlights their self-understandings, worldviews, strategies and perceptions of the phenomenon in which they are involved, while questioning whether the single state idea has the potential to become a Gramscian inspired movement of resistance against Zionism. In presenting this rare insight into a resistance movement in the making, this book resurrects an empowering image of Antonio Gramsci infused with the writings of Edward Said. This it does in an effort to both problematize the dominant interpretations of Gramsci’s writings in International Relations, and to decolonise the abstract way in which resistance and counter hegemony are often studied in the discipline. Contributing a mapping of a silenced alternative and hopeful way forward in the context of escalating violence, this book is essential reading for those studying the Arab-Israeli conflict, Middle East Politics and International Relations.

Author : Deborah Corrigan,Justin Dillon,Richard Gunstone
Publisher : Sense Publishers
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Education
ISBN : 9789087900359

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The Re-emergence of Values in Science Education by Deborah Corrigan,Justin Dillon,Richard Gunstone Pdf

Issues relating to values have always had a place in the school science curriculum. Sometimes this has been only in terms of the inclusion of topics such as 'the nature of science' and/or 'scientific method' and/or particular intentions for laboratory work that relate to 'scientific method.'sometimes it has been much broader, for example in curricula with STS emphases. Of importance to aspects of this proposal is that different countries/cultures have had different traditions in terms of the place of values in the school [science] curriculum. One obvious very broad difference of this form is the central place in [science] education thinking in many European countries of bildung, and the complete absence of this construct from most [science] curriculum thinking in English speaking contexts. There are numbers of such country/cultural differences. In the 1990s many countries moved towards various conceptualizations of Outcomes Based Education - OBE (sometimes so labelled and sometimes not). It was usual (but not universal) for OBE focused science curricula to have constrained views of the values that should be implicit and explicit in curriculum; that is views concerned only with 'the nature of science' and 'scientific method' (both usually seen as quite unproblematic). Currently there are a number of education systems that are changing again, and choosing to move away from Outcomes Based Education (for example, South Africa and several Australian states). One of the most interesting features of many of these movements is the re-embracing of a wider view of the science curriculum, including a reconsideration of the nature and place of the values associated with science in the purposes for and approaches to science education.

Author : Lidewij Tummers
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2017-10-02
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781317335399

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The re-emergence of co-housing in Europe by Lidewij Tummers Pdf

Across Europe, the number of co-housing initiatives is growing, and they are increasingly receiving attention from administrators and professionals who hold high expectations for urban liveability. Is co-housing a marginal idealist phenomenon, or the urban middle class’ answer to the current housing crisis? And has the development of theoretical insight and research kept up with the actual expansion of co-housing as a practice? These questions were raised during the first European conference on co-housing research, which took place in Tours, France, in March 2012. Both the conference and this book aim to move beyond case-studies, and to look more particularly at the implications and wider perspective of the current co-housing trend. Using the specific vocabulary of different disciplines and geographic regions, the contributions to this book analyse the underlying thinking behind, and the expectations projected on, diverse models of collaborative housing. The authors are aware of the qualities of contemporary co-housing, but they go beyond advocacy to investigate the conditions under which co-housing can be successful as a strategy for housing provision; can offer solutions for sustainable urban development; or indeed can contribute to involuntary or intentional gentrification. This book was originally published as a special issue of the Journal of Urban Research and Practice.

Author : Christopher Hughes
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2013-11-05
Category : History
ISBN : 9781136056604

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Japan's Re-emergence as a 'Normal' Military Power by Christopher Hughes Pdf

Is Japan re-emerging as a normal, or even a great, military power in regional and global security affairs? This Adelphi Paper assesses the overall trajectory of Japan’s security policy over the last decade, and the impact of a changing Japanese military posture on the stability of East Asia. The paper examines Japan’s evolving security debate, set against the background of a shifting international environment and domestic policymaking system; the status of Japan’s national military capabilities and constitutional prohibitions; post-Cold War developments in the US Japan alliance; and Japan’s role in multilateral regional security dialogue, UN PKO, and US-led coalitions of the willing. It concludes that Japan is undoubtedly moving along the trajectory of becoming a more assertive military power, and that this trend has been accelerated post-9/11. Japan is unlikely, though, to channel its military power through greatly different frameworks than at present. Japan will opt for the enhanced, and probably inextricable, integration of its military capabilities into the US Japan alliance, rather than pursuing options for greater autonomy or multilateralism. Japan’s strengthened role as the defensive shield for the offensive sword of US power projection will only serve to bolster US military hegemony in East Asia and globally.

Author : Janusz Kocik,Marek Janiak,Marian Negut
Publisher : IOS Press
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1586034170

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Preparedness Against Bioterrorism and Re-emerging Infectious Diseases by Janusz Kocik,Marek Janiak,Marian Negut Pdf

In these papers drawn from the January 2003 workshop, contributors describe methods of building integrated systems to combat epidemics and bio-terrorism. Their general topics include developing epidemiology with laboratory support as a biological attack identification tool, using national approaches to biodefense, and conducting risk assessment, cr.

Author : Parija Subhash Chandra,Dutta Jamini Kanta
Publisher : JAYPEE BROTHERS PUBLISHERS
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-15
Category : Communicable diseases
ISBN : 9789350905951

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Emerging and Re-Emerging Infectious Diseases by Parija Subhash Chandra,Dutta Jamini Kanta Pdf

The aim of this book is to highlight selected problems with new and old diseases, e.g. transplantation rabies and rabies transmitted by bats, coinfection of tuberculosis and HIV, etc. The book also emphasizes on recent advances in diagnosis and treatment of various infectious diseases. It has a general section on status of communicable diseases and newer vaccines, bioterrorism, transfusion-related infections, hospital-acquired infections and travel-related infections. Elucidation of diseases like Ebola hemorrhagic fever, Chikungunya, avian influenza, etc. which have caught global attention. Focuses on the newer problems with common infectious diseases like transplant rabies, bat-transmitted rabies, O139 serotype cholera, dengue shock syndrome, etc. The description of forgotten disorders like yaws, plague and trench fever which are re-emerging. Authors of various chapters are experienced workers in their field and thus there are plenty of references in this book. The book is expected to be of immense help to physicians, microbiologists, and pediatricians both budding and established."

Author : Jagadeesh Bayry
Publisher : Springer
Page : 449 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2017-02-07
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783319474267

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Emerging and Re-emerging Infectious Diseases of Livestock by Jagadeesh Bayry Pdf

This book provides comprehensive knowledge on diseases in livestock that are caused by viruses, parasites and bacteria. Emerging and re-emerging pathogens are presented in detail for various animal groups and in-depth insights into pathogenesis and epidemiology will be provided for each of them. In addition, state-of-the-art treatment possibilities, control measures as well as vaccination strategies are discussed. The recent years have witnessed a sharp increase in the number of emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases of livestock and many of these, including Influenza, Corona and Hanta are of public health importance. The reasons for this development are manifold:changes in the climate, life cycle of vectors and increased global travel. Also, due to extensive deforestation, livestock are increasingly coming in direct contact with wild animals that are reservoirs of many emerging pathogens. Recent progress in diagnosis and management of emerging infectious diseases are also topic of this book.

Author : Philip S. Golub
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2016-03-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781509506675

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East Asia's Reemergence by Philip S. Golub Pdf

East Asia has re-emerged after a long eclipse as a centre of world wealth creation and growth. Over the past four decades the region’s share of world GDP has risen from less than 10 to 30 percent, a ratio that is set to rise to 40 percent by 2030. What has made East Asia’s remarkable ascent possible, and what does this economic rebalancing between East and West mean for world politics? In this insightful and provocative book, Philip Golub addresses these questions, tracing the region’s rise from the early modern European-Asian encounter to the imperial confrontations of the nineteenth century, and China’s state capitalist turn in the latter half of the twentieth century. Together, he argues, the dynamics of imperialism, war and revolution led to the constitution of developmental states that made possible East Asia’s return to a central position in the global economy. Combining rich historical narrative and social theory, this book is an invaluable guide to one of the core issues in world politics today.

Author : I.W. Fong,Karl Drlica
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 367 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2006-04-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780306484117

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Reemergence of Established Pathogens in the 21st Century by I.W. Fong,Karl Drlica Pdf

In the closing decade of the last century, we saw warnings that infectious diseases will require much more attention from patients and physicians in the 21 st century. Recently d- covered diseases such as AIDS pose a major threat to the population at large, and to that threat has been added the re-emergence of established pathogens, microbes that were re- ily treatable in the past. Since infectious diseases already play a major role in the burden of illness and mortality, health care providers and planners are worried. A large proportion of the problem is man-made, arising mainly from the unnecessary overuse of antimicrobials in hospital and community settings and from the agricultural misuse of the agents in animal feed. A consequence has been a dramatic increase in resi- ant strains of bacteria that were considered conquerable several decades ago. Community infections caused by multi-resistant pneumococci serve as an example. These organisms were readily treated with penicillin, but now the spread of penicillin-resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae from continent to continent is becoming a worldwide problem. This is a major concern because pneumococcal infections are common in the community, being the le- ing cause of pneumonia, sinusitis, and meningitis. Resistant bacteria in hospitals are also becoming more prevalent. We have become accustomed to hearing about methicill- resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE), but now we have to be concerned about multidrug-resistant coliform bacteria and pseudomonads.

Author : DENNIS EISENBERG
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1967
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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THE RE-EMERGENCE OF FASCISM by DENNIS EISENBERG Pdf

Author : Steven Johnson
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2012-09-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780743218269

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Emergence by Steven Johnson Pdf

In the tradition of Being Digital and The Tipping Point, Steven Johnson, acclaimed as a "cultural critic with a poet's heart" (The Village Voice), takes readers on an eye-opening journey through emergence theory and its applications. A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK A VOICE LITERARY SUPPLEMENT TOP 25 FAVORITE BOOKS OF THE YEAR AN ESQUIRE MAGAZINE BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR Explaining why the whole is sometimes smarter than the sum of its parts, Johnson presents surprising examples of feedback, self-organization, and adaptive learning. How does a lively neighborhood evolve out of a disconnected group of shopkeepers, bartenders, and real estate developers? How does a media event take on a life of its own? How will new software programs create an intelligent World Wide Web? In the coming years, the power of self-organization -- coupled with the connective technology of the Internet -- will usher in a revolution every bit as significant as the introduction of electricity. Provocative and engaging, Emergence puts you on the front lines of this exciting upheaval in science and thought.