Alwyn Scott Knihy

It has been suggested that the big questions of science are answered – that science has entered a “twilight age” where all the important knowledge is known and only the details need mopping up. And yet, the unprecedented progress in science and technology in the twentieth century has raised qu- tions that weren’t conceived of a century ago. This book argues that, far from being nearlycomplete, the storyof sciencehas many morechapters, yet unwritten. With the perspective of the century’s advance, it’s as if we have climbed a mountain and can see just how much broader the story is. Instead of asking how an apple falls from a tree, as Isaac Newton did in the17thcentury, wecannowask: Whatisthefundamentalnatureofanapple (matter)? How does an apple (biological organism) form and grow? Whence came the breeze that blew it loose (meteorology)? What in a physical sense (synaptic ? rings) was the idea that Newton had, and how did it form? A new approach to science that can answer such questions has sprung up in the past 30 years. This approach – known as nonlinear science–ismore than a new ? eld. Put simply, it is the recognition that throughout nature, the whole is greater than the sum of the parts. Unexpected things happen.

Focusing on enhancing ECG interpretation skills, this book builds on foundational knowledge with advanced topics like cardiac axis calculation and alternative heart rate assessment methods. It covers technical aspects of specific cardiac conditions, pediatric ECG interpretation, and the impact of medical devices. With diagrams, tables, and color images for clarity, it includes key facts, mind maps for revision, and practice questions to reinforce learning. Designed for junior doctors, clinicians, nurses, and students, it serves as both an educational resource and a quick reference guide.

Designed for beginners, this guide offers a clear and systematic approach to interpreting ECGs. It serves as both an introductory text and a quick reference for use at the bedside, making it an essential tool for those new to the field.

Human consciousness has perplexed philosophers, artists and scientists for centuries. Some hold it to be purely physical, while others believe it transcends the material world. Now comes a book that offers a new perspective - based entirely on evidence from the natural sciences - whereby materialism and dualism co-exist. The author - a distinguished pioneer of nonlinear dynamics - bases his argument on a hierarchical view of mental organization; a stairway. Atoms give rise to molecules, neurons form the brain and individual consciousness leads to shared culture. All steps are needed to complete the picture and each level derives from the previous one. The book shows specialists how each of their fields adds to the overall picture, while providing general readers with an introduction to this investigation.

Exploring the complexities of human consciousness, this book presents a novel perspective that harmonizes materialism and dualism through a hierarchical model of mental organization. The author, a pioneer in nonlinear dynamics, illustrates how consciousness emerges from a series of interconnected layers—from atoms to shared culture. Each level builds upon the previous one, creating a comprehensive understanding of consciousness. The work caters to specialists by integrating various fields while also serving as an accessible introduction for general readers.

Focusing on the complex interplay between mathematics and neuroscience, this book aims to enhance understanding of the human brain's intricate dynamics. It discusses various levels of brain activity, from molecular interactions to the collective behavior of neural assemblies, while also proposing research opportunities for mathematicians in neuroscience. The text is accessible to philosophers and psychologists, with essential concepts explained in plain language, complemented by detailed mathematical insights in appendices. Prior knowledge of neurophysiology is recommended for readers.