Showing results for "The Walk" in Biological Sciences

Madhav Gadgil was born in Pune in 1942, just as Salim Ali's superbly illustrated Book of Indian Birds was published. Influenced by his birdwatcher father, he learnt to recognize birds from their pictures even before he could read. He is an unusual combination of a person fascinated by the...

The first running book by a leading pioneering running doctor and athlete, creator of the Air Force's Efficient Running program--the result of more than three decades of study, practice, and science that shows us in clearly illustrated and accessible text how easy it is to run efficiently and...

What gives the human brain the creative ability that defines us all as individuals? Although the silicon version is hard on its heels, the brain remains the most remarkable computer in existence. Leading us through cognitive theory, neuroscience and Darwinian evolution with his trademark wit and wisdom, Michael Corballis explains what we know - and don't know - about our minds. How do we know if we’re really the top dogs in brain power?

Ever since Jurassic Park we thought we knew how dinosaurs lived their lives. In this remarkable new book, Brian J. Ford reveals that dinosaurs were, in fact, profoundly different from what we believe, and their environment was unlike anything we have previously thought. In this meticulous and...

This is not just a simple talk, it is an adventure how we view life

Insects walk on water, snakes slither, and fish swim. Animals move with astounding grace, speed, and versatility: how do they do it, and what can we learn from them? In How to Walk on Water and Climb up Walls, David Hu takes listeners on an accessible, wondrous journey into the world of animal motion. From basement labs at MIT to the rain forests of Panama, Hu shows how animals have adapted and evolved to traverse their environments, taking advantage of physical laws with results that are startling and ingenious.

Take "A Walk With a Naturalist" thanks to this series of guided audio tours that will see you through 13 trails in the province of New Brunswick. Funding for A Walk With a Naturalist is provided by the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative, financed by the Government of Canada. To learn more about Nature NB and how to donate, visit naturenb.ca.Écouter en français ! Cherchez « Une promenade avec un naturaliste »Listen in French! Search for "Une promenade avec un naturaliste" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Immersive coastal and countryside walks, in Cornwall’s forgotten Corner.Join me as we wander together across the wild open spaces; exploring South East Cornwall’s coastal paths; Public right of ways; cliff tops; long windswept sandy beaches; rocky coves; peaceful hamlets; parklands; wooded permissive paths and river banks.Aiming to capture the sights/sounds/smells and atmosphere of this ever changing landscape, through all weathers and seasons.The intention of this podcast is to enable anyone - especially those who are unable to get out for a walk physically, due to poor health; mobility ...

A Walk On The Wild Side brings you wildlife stories and experiences from people who have lived them. Your hosts Sizie and Gabi, and our producer Emmarentia, are three black women who have spent their lives in and around the bush. A Walk On The Wild side is an unorthodox journey into the wilderness! Come laugh, and drink, with us as we bring you the whackiest anecdotes, guests and personal experiences.

Walk Without Feet is a podcast exploring the interdependence between the spiritual and material planes. Hosted by Jordan Dragon.

A Walk on the Wild Side is a podcast designed to educate veterinary professionals and other animal lovers on all things involving wildlife, zoo, aquatic, and zoological companion animals. Tune in as host Dr. Kyle Kansman, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and Certified Aquatic Veterinarian, interviews veterinary professionals and other experts in the zoo, zoological companion animal, aquatic, and wildlife field. Also enjoy listening to the podcast's special segment "The Couch Conversations", where Kyle is joined by best friend and colleague, Dr. Maddie Chilcote, as they dissect the topics ...

Daily thoughts and musings from my long distance hikes, building up to and including CDT 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An analysis of all things psychosocial risk, from psychological studies to legal proceedings and case law.

“Young Wiki Walk in Altopiano della Vigolana”, è un progetto organizzato da Cooperativa Mercurio. in collaborazione con Associazione Provinciale per i Minori Onlus, LaTerlaina e Sanbaradio, con il contributo del Piano Giovani di Zona - Altopiano Vigolana. Un progetto costruito con i giovani che incentiva la scoperta del patrimonio storico-artistico e naturalistico del territorio dell’Altopiano della Vigolana attraverso due itinerari in forma di Podcast. I podcast “Young Wiki Walk in Altopiano della Vigolana” sono pubblicati su: wikitrentino.it pgzaltopianovigolana.it ...

Through diverse sound journeys and personal conversations with people from different backgrounds, Sergio Isauro explores the multitude of realities and experiences of what it is to be a human walking the earth. Every story and soundscape is meant to inspire and feed our curiosity, helping us observe our inner self in relation to what surrounds us. We Walk The Earth is an exploration of the present that is flowing towards a rooted, collective, and trascendental future, and holds the intention of nurturing our relationship with the earth and our lives on it. As we find ourselves in constant ...

An iconoclast and best-selling author of both nonfiction and fiction, Elizabeth Marshall Thomas has spent a lifetime observing, thinking, and writing about the cultures of animals such as lions, wolves, dogs, deer, and humans. In this engrossing book, she provides a plainspoken, big-picture look at the commonality of life on our planet, from the littlest microbes to the largest lizards.

For almost 40 years, Chet Raymo walked a one-mile path from his house to the college where he taught, chronicling the universe by observing every detail of his route with a scientists curiosity, a historians respect for the past, and a childs capacity for wonder. With each step, the landscape he traversed became richer, suggesting ever deeper aspects of astronomy, history, biology, and literature, and making the path universal in scope.

Delve into the home of the world's most beloved bear! The Natural World of Winnie-the-Pooh explores the magical landscapes where Pooh, Christopher Robin, and their friends live and play. The Hundred Acre Wood - the setting for Winnie-the-Pooh's adventures - was inspired by Ashdown Forest, a wildlife haven that spans more than 6,000 acres in southeast England.

As you head to off-the-beaten-path national monuments, parks and other special sites, learn about Mother Earth’s rocks and landscapes from rangers, geoscientists, and visitors. We get the beat of the planet from her landscapes and rocks.

READ BY THE AUTHOR ** A Winner of the Woodland Books of the Year Award ** In a stressful, chaotic world, many of us are turning to nature for a sense of serenity and happiness. While the idea of the wild outdoors is enticing, though, our busy lives and our location can cause us to become...