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How linear algebra structures the universe and shapes our brains perception of reality.Why do distant mountains look tiny while your coffee mug looms large? How does your brain find its way in a dark room? And what does any of this have to do with quantum physics? In The Power of Lines, Oscar Fernandez traces the answers to one startling conclusion: the universe runs on linear algebra.Fernandez builds his case by uncovering the hidden linearity all around us, from simple activitieslike making coffee and searching the Webto the complex systems that shape society, like social networks and global markets. Along the way, he shows how the same mathematical ideaslinear equations, matrices, transformationsquietly power them all. And in a finale that redefines mind-blowing, he reveals that your brain, too, relies on this same mathematics to make sense of reality.Clear, vivid, and complemented with key calculations in the chapter appendices, The Power of Lines is a guided tour of the mathematics that explains everything from quantum physics to perception. After reading it, youll never see the worldor your mindthe same way again.

A pioneering volume on the philosophy of interdisciplinary fields of biophysics, biochemistry, astrobiology, and origins of life research.The Philosophy of Biophysics brings together contributions from leading philosophers of biology across the globe to address the conceptual, foundational, and philosophical issues raised by biophysics. The contributions shed light on how physics and biology are integrated in scientific practice and contribute to a better understanding of the relationship between biology and other sciences. With chapters authored by experts in a number of fields, the book will inform debates on interdisciplinarity, causal explanation at different scales, the question of how biology relates to the physical sciences, and the unity of science.The book: interweaves philosophical analysis and scientific details addresses causation, mechanisms, laws, reduction, and scientific methodology covers various areas of biophysics features collaborative work by philosophers and scientists

This surprisingly accessible book uses key math concepts and more than 500 short exercises to teach functional programming to experienced coders.Functional programming is a coding paradigm that emphasizes functions, repeatable computations that take input data and produce corresponding outputs. Functions are also important concepts in math, and a lot of deep mathematical insights shed light on functional computer programming.In this book, the author uses functional programming to introduce mathematical concepts most notably set theory, abstract algebra, and category theory and in turn uses that math to describe functional programming design patterns. The more than 500 short programming exercises included in the book will help you master functional programming and math skills alike, with code examples presented in the F# language.

A rich, thorough exploration of infinity that combines mathematical precision with playful, accessible coverage of a fascinating variety of paradoxes and conundrums.In this rich, thorough account of all things infinite, Joel David Hamkins combines playful thought experiments with mathematically precise exposition to explore the vast, fascinating spectrum of paradoxes and conundrums of infinity. Written with equal parts wonder and rigor, the book moves from classical paradoxes (Zeno, Hilberts Hotel, Aristotles wheel) to Cantors transfinite arithmetic, the continuum hypothesis, surreal numbers, infinitesimals, epistemic logic puzzles, and contemporary debates about potential vs. actual infinity. Twenty-five lively, self-contained chapters are enriched by extensive illustrations, diagrams, figures, and Fermi-style estimation puzzles. Highly readable and pedagogically rich, The Book of Infinity is ideal for undergraduate philosophy and math students and enthusiasts of logical and mathematical curiosities alike. Approaches a wide range of ideas with both rigor and delight Renders deep mathematical ideas accessible to beginners Emphasizes intuition and deep conceptual understanding Integrates historical perspectives and contemporary issues Suits anyone interested in paradoxes, large numbers, and conceptual puzzles

A LAUNCH TITLE FOR ICON BOOKS BRAND-NEW SHORT CUTS SERIES What with accelerating particles and gravitational waves, dark matter and light speed, nanoscales and exoplanets, the landscape of todays science is an amazing place to explore. But how are you expected to navigate this rapidly spinning world?Short Cuts: Science provides the map you need to start exploring seriously big ideas. Fifty quickfire questions lead to short cut answers written by experts in their field, with each one the setting-off point for clear directions to help you plot your route through an essential concept.With one-stop graphics presenting a memorable image for each idea, and route-map glossaries explaining key words and their connections, Short Cuts: Science will guide you through a world of intellectual wonders.

A NEW, FULLY ILLUSTRATED EDITION OF ANDREW MAYS ILLUMINATING GUIDE TO LIFE NOT ON EARTHThe possibility that alien life exists in the universe is among the most profound of human conjectures, which today is being investigated not just by science-fiction writers but by scientists.Astrobiology presents an expert guide to this compelling field of science. It shows how the tell- tale signatures of life on Earth might hold the key to detecting life beyond our planet; explores the many planets beyond our Solar System discovered by NASAs Kepler and TESS missions; and explains alien- hunting touchstones such as Fermis Paradox, the Drake Equation, and the Wow signal.As NASAs rovers burrow into Mars and its probes peer ever further into the cosmos, this illustrated edition combines deep space images with infographics to cast a scientific eye over the most significant of scientific treasure hunts.

La face cachée de notre relation à lIALintelligence artificielle a fait son entrée dans nos vies. Ce formidable outil répond à nos questions, endosse le rôle de conseiller, de confident, voire dami.M