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In the years following her role as the lead author of the international best seller, Limits to Growth - the first book to show the consequences of unchecked growth on a finite planet - Donella Meadows remained a pioneer of environmental and social analysis until her untimely death in 2001. Thinking in Systems is a concise and crucial book offering insight for problem-solving on scales ranging from the personal to the global. Edited by the Sustainability Institute's Diana Wright, this essential primer brings systems thinking out of the realm of computers and equations and into the tangible world....

For the past 25 years, scientists have challenged conventional views of evolution and have developed revolutionary theories with profound implications. Fritjof Capra has been at the forefront of this revolution and now, in The Web of Life, he offers a brilliant synthesis of these exciting breakthroughs.

Since its 2009 launch, the Kepler satellite has discovered more than 2,000 exoplanets, or planets outside our solar system. More exoplanets are being discovered all the time, remarkable in their variety. Astronomer Michael Summers and physicist James Trefil explore these remarkable recent discoveries: planets revolving around pulsars, planets made of diamond, planets that are mostly water, and numerous rogue planets wandering through the emptiness of space.

Explore the universe and immerse yourself in the story of our solar system, planet, and life through meteorites. "Meteorite is a treasure"--Wall Street Journal Meteorites have long been seen as portents of fate and messages from the gods, their fiery remains inspiring worship and giving rise to...

Everything we know about how planets form and how life arises suggests that human civilization on Earth should not be unique. We ought to see abundant evidence of extraterrestrial activity - but we don't. Where is everybody? In this volume in the MIT Press Essential Knowledge series, science and technology writer Wade Roush examines one of the great unsolved problems in science: Is there life, intelligent or otherwise, on other planets?

The Accidental Ecosystem tells the story of how cities across the United States went from having little wildlife to filling, dramatically and unexpectedly, with wild creatures. Today, many of these cities have more wild animals living in them than at any time in at least the past 150 years. Why have so many cities—the most artificial and human-dominated of all Earth's ecosystems—grown rich with wildlife, even as wildlife has declined in most of the rest of the world? And what does this paradox mean for people, wildlife, and nature on our increasingly urban planet?

In 1957 Sputnik launched toward the stars. President Kennedy then announced that the United States would send men to the Moon and then return them to Earth.These pivotal moments sparked an unequaled bound forward in human innovation and scientific exploration. At the heart of this momentous time were the men and women working behind the scenes. Scientists, historians, and astronomers share their memories and contributions from this unparalleled era in essays told in their own words.

Improve your health with the help of dozens of physicians who explore a wide variety of healthcare topics on Health for Life - a production of Vitruvian Health Care System in Dalton, Georgia. This podcast in no way seeks to diagnose or treat illness or to replace professional medical care. Please see your healthcare provider if you have a health problem.

Tube Talk is a new venture for ATS Life Sciences Systems (LSS). ATS LSS is known for manufacturing assembly automation and innovation, and this series is the next step in connecting with manufacturers of medical devices, specifically medical tube sets. Each episode will introduce you to industry experts with a perspective on the production of a medical consumable, from someone who has witnessed the evolution of manufacturing over 30+ years, to those who are pushing the boundaries of machine capabilities. Tune in for insight, expertise, and ideas for sustainable and safer production.

Joe and Dr. Jeff discuss all things related to Zoo and Aquarium Aquatic Animal Life Support Systems. Everything from water treatment equipment and design to operations and construction. We talk to operators, engineers, architects, curators, and anyone and everyone who works on keeping our zoo and aquarium water clean, our animals healthy, our exhibits natural and our systems sustainable.

Calling all farmers, ranchers, and conscious eaters! Welcome to the LAND, FOOD, LIFE Podcast, where host Kara Kroeger takes you on a transformative journey designed to enhance the quality of life for all beings, YES, THAT INCLUDES YOU! Immerse yourself in the world of regenerative agriculture, nutrition, holistic healthcare, and advocacy for food and healthcare justice. Discover invaluable insights on how together we can heal the land, our ecosystems, and uplift our physical, mental, financial, creative, and spiritual health and well-being. Connect with the life giving soil beneath your feet, ...

Beyond the System: Empowered by Experience Beyond the system is a bilingual podcast hosted by the Canadian Consortium on Child and Youth Trauma. The core purpose of our podcast is to raise awareness about trauma, particularly as it relates to (former) youth in care, and to advocate for systemic change. As a group of former youth in Care, child welfare professionals and advocates in the field, we aim to share stories, provide educational content, and discuss policy advocacy, while centering the voices of those with lived experience. Our target audience includes (former) youth in care , ...

Safety [R]Evolution is a Veeva podcast that brings insights from Safety leaders with diverse backgrounds — life sciences organizations, technology and business consulting, CROs, and more. Discussing the importance of modernizing pharmacovigilance to deliver products quickly and safely to patients, each of our guests is interviewed by David Kološić, Director of Veeva Safety Strategy. Learn how innovation, simplification, and standardization across processes and technology are driving a Safety [R]Evolution.

Welcome to But Why? — real talk on messy minds and messier systems. Hosted by two psychologists, Kristin and Laura, we dive deep into the psychology of human experience: from mental health and identity to power, culture, and the systems that shape our lives. Expect thoughtful conversations, critical questions, and honest reflections on how people—and the world—really work. No self-help platitudes. No easy answers. Just meaningful, accessible dialogue for curious minds. Topics we explore: • Psychology and mental health • Identity, feminism, and culture • Neurodivergence and lived ...

Reflections and discussions on the cornerstones of 1) agriculture, 2) the environment, 3) human health, and 4) freedom that are essential for building healthy food systems and prosperous economies.

ABOUT THE PODCAST Host Bio Allissa Dillman, PhD, Training and Engagement Director for the CFDE Training Center, is the founder and CEO of BioData Sage LLC, a company focused on providing a holistic approach to data science integration in the biomedical and biological science fields. She works with clients in industry, academia, government, and the nonprofit sector to create and support training programs on bioinformatics, cloud computing, and the tools and standards for reproducible data science practices for scientific and lay communities. She also creates community events, such as hackathons...

Join MedPro Systems industry veterans and subject matter experts as they dive into the new and evolving trends and regulations impacting the Life Sciences industry.

Our home is an ecosystem. So here we explore the value that we derive from the landscapes surrounding us and how we can support the function of these systems. This Zimbabwe centered podcast is all about landscapes, culture and what we value.

Welcome to the Health System CXO Podcast, sponsored by The Health Management Academy. We're introducing three new streams of content designed for Health System CXOs AND hosted by The Health Management Academy's subject matter experts for Health System Nurse Executives, Health Equity Officers and Strategy Executives - Anne Herleth, Jasmaine McClain and Jackie Kimmell. The Health System CXO Podcast activates health system leaders towards outcomes and scalable solutions you can implement now.

What Pharma Needs Next is a podcast for commercial and medical leaders. You’ll hear from life sciences experts on the trends re-shaping biopharma, how technology and data are accelerating their vital work, and ways to improve customer-centricity in the face of HCP and KOL access challenges.