Digital People: From Bionic Humans to Androids

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Robots, androids, and bionic people pervade popular culture, from classics like Frankenstein and R.U.R. to modern tales such as The Six Million Dollar Man, The Terminator, and A.I. Our fascination is obvious – and the technology is quickly moving from books and films to real life.

In a lab at MIT, scientists and technicians have created an artificial being named COG. To watch COG interact with the environment – to recognize that this machine has actual body language – is to experience a hair-raising, gut-level reaction. Because just as we connect to artificial people in fiction, the merest hint of human-like action or appearance invariably engages us.

Digital People examines the ways in which technology is inexorably driving us to a new and different level of humanity. As scientists draw on nanotechnology, molecular biology, artificial intelligence, and materials science, they are learning how to create beings that move, think, and look like people. Others are routinely using sophisticated surgical techniques to implant computer chips and drug-dispensing devices into our bodies, designing fully functional man-made body parts, and linking human brains with computers to make people healthier, smarter, and stronger.

In short, we are going beyond what was once only science fiction to create bionic people with fully integrated artificial components – and it will not be long before we reach the ultimate goal of constructing a completely synthetic human-like being.

It seems quintessentially human to look beyond our natural limitations. Science has long been the lens through which we squint to discern our future. Although we are rightfully fearful about manipulating the boundaries between animate and inanimate, the benefits are too great to ignore. This thoughtful and provocative book shows us just where technology is taking us, in directions both wonderful and terrible, to ponder what it means to be human.

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SIMBIOSYS

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E. Gordon Hoofnagle cleverly delivers a suspenseful and exciting challenge which forces readers to reconsider the meaning of a personal life, of intimacy and of basic privacy in the digital age.

The story builds gradually, drawing one into the depressing world of Dr. Jim Andrews, the self-absorbed, detached protagonist who loses everything only to come face-to-face with the ramifications of his life choices in a poignant, thought-provoking confrontation.

As his life and the modern world come under the ultimate cyber siege, Dr. Andrews’ choice between life and death take on new meaning – and the safety of the world hangs in the balance.

This is science fiction with a purpose – entertaining and challenging us to re-evaluate the world we think we know.

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Elastin Collagen Creams–The Truth And The Options

I am sure you have noticed, the number of elastin collagen creams that are flooding the market, all competing for your business. If you are anything like me, then you may be very skeptical of many of these products, and wonder if they really do what they claim. Well, I have been doing a lot of research on collagen, and its best use. There are a few things I\’d like to share with you.

When it comes to collagen, there are some options out there, some cheaper, but less effective, and some expensive but with possible side effects.

There are probably hundreds of elastin collagen creams on the market, all claiming to create firmer, younger looking skin, but is that really the case?
And will they give you the same results as injectable collagen. Unfortunately, it\’s not likely.

You see, collagen found in facial creams really doesn\’t penetrate beyond the upper layers of skin, to where the collagen would be needed most to make any difference in the quality of your skin. I am not saying that the collagen does nothing, but in actuality, all it is doing is moisturizing the top layer of skin.

So, if those don\’t really work, then what about the other end of the spectrum, injectable collagen. While you may see good results, there are a lot of risks as well. The most worrisome risk being that some people can be allergic to the collagen, and break out in ulcers that can leave permanent scars. The other concerns are the cost, about $275-$300 per injection, and the effects, which may only last 6 months to a year.

With all that said, there is one more option, and that is to encourage your body to produce more collagen. No, this is not science fiction. This is new technology, and it doesn\’t involve elastin collagen creams.

There are two substances that can be found in some skin care products that actually promote the growth of collagen. What you want to look for are products that contain Nano-lipobelle H-EQ10, and Cynergy TK. These 2 ingredients work together in synergy to help increase natural collagen production.

Nano-lipobelle H-EQ10 was created using nanotechnology to make the Coenzyme Q10 molecules small enough to penetrate deep into your skin. Once there, the anti oxidant CoQ10 begins to destroy free radicals that can accelerate the aging process. Not only that, but it also helps to increase the production of collagen and elastin.

Cynergy TK contains Functional Keratin, extracted from the wool of sheep. It not only helps to promote the growth of collagen and elastin, but also new skin cells.

So, no more expensive and painful collagen injections, and no more worthless elastin collagen creams, just take some time to research product ingredients, to find ones that work with your skin to create the results you have been looking for.

Nano Meets Macro: Social Perspectives on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology

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Designed especially for use in interdisciplinary teaching and discussions about nanoethics with natural science students, this account explores the enormous diversity in social perspectives on the emergence of nanotechnologies. With pieces of science fiction and visual arts as well as questions for reflection after each chapter, this volume covers the social and cultural implications of nanotechnology. Written by prominent scholars and commentators in the field, such as Rob Doubleday, Lynn Frewer, and Afred Nordmann, this collection is sure to impress.

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The Investor’s Guide to Nanotechnology and Micromachines

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How to identify the most promising investment opportunities in nanotechnology

Imagine machines tiny enough to be injected into the human bloodstream, mobile enough to make their way to specific locations inside the body, and intelligent enough to reduce cancerous tumors to harmless chemical ash. This is one among thousands of potentially revolutionary applications for nanotechnology–the looming technological breakthrough that could transform every aspect of our society.

The Investor’s Guide to Nanotechnology and Micromachines separates science fact from science fiction and shows investors where and how to find nanotech investment opportunities that show real promise. This unique and indispensable guide:

• Profiles government, university, and private sector research programs worldwide
• Explains the six key requirements for creating functional micromachines
• Identifies the most promising nanotech applications in medicine, materials, aerospace, and more
• Provides clear, concise explanations of complex technological issues
• Saves investors countless hours of research and legwork
• Includes informational appendices for easy reference

The Investor’s Guide to Nanotechnology and Micromachines is the essential resource for anyone who is seriously considering investing in nanotechnology.

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