Science Analysis

What, exactly, is post-truth? Is it wishful thinking, political spin, mass delusion, bold-faced lying? McIntyre analyzes recent examples - claims about inauguration crowd size, crime statistics, and the popular vote - and finds that post-truth is an assertion of ideological supremacy by which its practitioners try to compel someone to believe something regardless of the evidence. Yet post-truth didn't begin with the 2016 election; the denial of scientific facts about smoking, evolution, vaccines, and climate change offers a road map for more widespread fact denial.

Two books in one - use the power of analytics and probability to discover what your target customers are thinking and how to use that as an edge in identifying solutions and strategies to help you move forward. Includes: Analytics and Probability.

Is the world nothing but matter pushing matter in a void? Are humans nothing but soulless machines for the survival of genes? Is the mind nothing but the brain? Is all science reducible to physics? Must scientists restrict the substance and structure of reality to physical forces? Does society consist merely of individuals or are holistic forces also at work? Is God really no more than a projection of nature, society, or our psyche? Or in each case do new realities emerge that cannot be reduced? Virtually every scholarly and popular book and magazine article on the mind, science, or ...

This historic mission of this remarkable but little-known organization, the US National Intelligence Council (NIC), now 40 years old, is strategic intelligence assessment in service of senior American foreign policymakers. Its signature inside products, National Intelligence Estimates, are now accompanied by the NIC's every-four-years Global Trends. Unclassified, Global Trends has become a noted NIC brand, its release awaited by officials, academics, and private sector managers around the world.

‘An Analysis into Theology and Philosophy’ is a book written in prose. There are concepts of Theology based on the philosophies and terminologies of Benedict De Spinoza and Immanuel Kant. The book contains insights into religion, politics, science, anthropology and existentialism based on theories and equations shown by the author Ronnie Lee. This book continues from the series of philosophy books that delve into the psychology, linguistics and supernatural occurrences within the spiritual and physical World that is relevant in the information warfare of the End Times.

"Master Your Decisions" examines the intricate decision-making process, drawing from personal anecdotes and psychological insights to offer readers practical strategies for navigating life's choices. The book begins with a relatable story of a monkey struggling to let go of its groundnuts in exchange for a banana, symbolizing how humans often resist change, even when it could benefit them. Through this engaging analogy, the author sets the tone for exploring human tendencies to hold on to past patterns—whether emotional, physical, or behavioral—and the consequences this has on our ...

The name of Charles Darwin is known to nearly all who have had the benefit of a Western-style education. It is synonymous with the theory of evolution and due to his perspective of man as an animal, his worked ushered in a new paradigm of understanding of the physical and mental behavior of man. However, because of the immense impact of his best known theory, most know only of his work through reviews and historical reports.

Are your manifestations taking too long to show up? And are you tired of waiting? Divine timing is a phrase that’s been floating around the spiritual community for quite some time now. It is the idea that everything in the Universe happens at "just the right moment" without you having any control over it. There are many missing links when it comes to law of attraction teachings. And one of the biggest ones is knowing how to close the gap between where you are and where you want to be. And even if you can't see a way out of your current reality, there is one.

Jim Simons is the greatest moneymaker in modern financial history. His record bests those of legendary investors, including Warren Buffett, George Soros and Ray Dalio. Yet Simons and his strategies are shrouded in mystery. The financial industry has long craved a look inside Simons's secretive hedge fund, Renaissance Technologies and veteran Wall Street Journal reporter Gregory Zuckerman delivers the goods.

Every day, decisions are made that affect people, businesses, and even countries. Most of these decisions fall into the shoulders of everyday people, people with emotions that can cloud judgements, people with subconscious biases that can influence decisions, or even people whose interests are misaligned with the business they’re trying to run. Until now, the world has focused on providing these people with as many tools to make those decisions, but little attention has been given to fostering the mindsets necessary to use all these tools efficiently. Until Now.

If you’re considering a shift to data analysis, you’re likely exploring various programming languages to kickstart your journey. Take a cue from industry giants like Netflix, Facebook, and Amazon, who rely on SQL for data analysis. Don’t let misconceptions hinder your data analysis journey. Equip yourself with this comprehensive guide and master SQL to unlock new opportunities.

No hype or jargon—become adept at asking good questions about the data and obtaining answers to add significant business value to analytics and artificial intelligence (AI). We start by exploring fundamental topics, such as how data relates to your pain points, where to find the data, the skillsets involved in data work, and the two main data methodologies. Next, we cover high-level matters regarding data, expanding the scope of data initiatives and elaborating on the bigger picture of data work. Learn how to enrich your data assets, what professionals and technologies you’ll need to ...

What does the future hold for America under Project 2025? Go into the heart of one of the most talked-about initiatives shaping the nation’s direction today. This in-depth, nonpartisan analysis reveals the Heritage Foundation’s ambitious blueprint and deciphers how these policy proposals could reshape the lives of everyday Americans. From economic reforms to healthcare, education, and international relations, this book leaves no stone unturned.

Unlock the secrets hidden in the ridges of your fingerprints with Fingerprint Analysis, your comprehensive guide to mastering the art and science of fingerprint minutiae. Whether you're a seasoned investigator or an enthusiast exploring the fascinating world of forensic science, this eBook takes you on an insightful journey through every aspect of fingerprint analysis. Dive into the fundamentals with an introduction to fingerprint minutiae, exploring what they are and why they are crucial in identification. Travel through the historical development of minutiae classification and discover ...

"101 Algorithms Questions You Must Know" presents 101 asymptotic complexity Questions and Answers, Organized by Algorithm Design Techniques. The book is designed as an accompaniment to "Analysis and Design of Algorithms" (ISBN 978-1516513086).The questions are distributed as follows:9 Warm up Questions on Math Basics19 Questions on Asymptotic Analysis and Asymptotic Notation3 Questions on Data Structures17 Questions on Divide and Conquer8 Questions on Greedy Algorithms18 Questions on Dynamic Programming5 Questions on Graph Traversal (BFS/DFS)4 Questions on Branch and Bound9 Questions on NP-...

From ballistics and blood splatter patterns to DNA analysis and voice printing, RJ Parker explores the highly complex world of investigative forensic sciences. Intended as an introductory guide and reference to forensic techniques for frontline police officers, criminal attorneys, journalists, crime authors, and just interested listeners, this encyclopedic audiobook is a must-listen for any true-crime aficionado.

Do you know that there's a lot more to Excel, but have no idea what to learn? This audiobook could be the answer you're looking for. You'll learn: Introduction to Advanced Excel, Optimization using the Solver Function, Sensitivity Analysis, and much more.

Black Music is a book about the brilliant young jazz musicians of the early 1960s: John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, Ornette Coleman, Cecil Taylor, Archie Shepp, Sun Ra, and others. It is composed of essays, reviews, interviews, liner notes, musical analyses, and personal impressions from 1959-1967. Also includes Amiri Baraka's reflections in a 2009 interview with Calvin Reid of Publishers Weekly.

Are you ready to harness the transformative power of AI in finance? AI Mastery for Finance Professionals is the definitive guide for navigating the AI revolution that is reshaping the financial landscape. This book demystifies complex concepts and equips you with the knowledge and tools to leverage AI for smarter decision-making, improved risk management, and unparalleled innovation. As AI removes traditional constraints on scale, scope, and learning, it is redefining how financial institutions create, capture, share, and deliver value. With AI-driven processes enabling unprecedented ...

In Monarchs and Milkweed, Anurag Agrawal presents a vivid investigation into how the monarch butterfly has evolved closely alongside the milkweed - a toxic plant named for the sticky white substance emitted when its leaves are damaged - and how this inextricable and intimate relationship has been like an arms race over the millennia, a battle of exploitation and defense between two fascinating species.