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        January 2020

        Physical Sciences, Revised Edition

        Notable Research and Discoveries

        by Kyle Kirkland, Ph.D.

        Physical Sciences, Revised Edition covers a range of areas of expertise in the ever-changing field of physics. Requiring no special mathematical knowledge to understand the material, this resource explores the ways in which scientists study atoms and their components, while also breaking down the theoretical foundations in the field. With new chapters devoted to the highly advanced technology and facilities that physicists are using, this revised edition is devoted to the researchers who expand the frontiers of physics-and often uncover phenomenon that contradict prevailing wisdom. Chapters include: Nuclear Fusion—Power from the Atom Particle Accelerators Neutrinos—Elusive Particles and the Mysteries of Astrophysics Superconductors—Perfect Electrical Conductors Chaos Theory and the Butterfly Effect String Theory and the Foundations of Physics International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) National Ignition Facility Lawrence Livermore National Lab.

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        Medicine

        Self-Care for Therapists

        by Bettina Lohmann

        Psychotherapists face many challenges in their day-to-day work.The close contact with patients, which makes the profession attractive on the other hand, is also stressful on the other hand. Caring for patients while protecting oneself requires different techniques which this book seeks to introduce.   The title describes typical situations which can be challenging for psychotherapists, e.g. dealing with strong emotions during a session or the inability to separate oneself afterwards, a patient who has fallen in love with his/her therapist, or the death of a patient. This book offers therapists a variety of self-cate measures that can not only reduce everyday stress and workload, but also helpful strategies to enable therapists to be less reactive in stressful situations.   Target Group: psychotherapists, specialists for psychiatry and psychotherapy, specialists for psychosomatic medicine, clinical psychologists, coaches, students and teachers of psychology

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        Krav Maga: How to Defend Yourself against Physical Attack

        by Grandmaster Imi Sde-Or (Lichtenfeld) & Chief Instructor Eyal Yanilov

        Krav Maga, developed by Grandmaster Imi Sde-Or (Lichtenfeld) since the 1930s, was once a method of hand-to-hand combat strictly confined to security agents and members of the MOSSAD and elite IDF units. The method has been adapted for civilians so that anyone, of any age, sex, or physical ability, can utilize it. Based on natural reactions of the human body, the discipline is easy to learn and perform, and practical to use.  Krav Maga has rapidly gained in popularity and earned recognition by experts the world over. In the US, South America, Europe, Australia, and the Far East, this unique self-defense method has already been taught to and used by official law enforcement agencies, as well as many ordinary citizens.  Written by Imi Sde-Or and his senior disciple Eyal Yanilov as part of the Founder’s Series, Krav Maga: How to Defend Yourself Against Physical Attack is the first of two volumes presenting the key principles and training methods for unarmed combat. Laid out an accessible, step-by-step format, the book covers the basics, from safety in training, warm-up, stretching, and flexibility to principles of attacks, stances, and starting positions. The authors offer strategies for every imaginable scenario: defending punches and kicks, releases from chokes, headlock and nelson, grabs, punches, throws, and more. Also emphasizing the psychological underpinnings of the discipline, the book expands its usefulness with sections on mental training, vulnerable points, multiple attackers, and women’s self-defense.  About the Authors Eyal Yanilov began training in Krav Maga with Grandmaster Imi Sde-Or when he was 15. Yanilov was the first person to begin training Krav Maga instructors outside of Israel, and he has taught special units, the military, and civilians in over 18 countries. Grandmaster Imi Sde-Or, Founder of Krav Maga, passed away in 1998 at age 88. An English-language North-American edition has been scheduled for publication in Fall  2024. Each volume contains 240 pages, altogether 800-plus b/w photos & illustrations; 16.5 x 24 cm

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        Dietetics & nutrition
        December 2012

        Nutrition and Physical Activity in Inflammatory Diseases

        by Philip C Calder, Anne Marie Minihane, Elizabeth Kovacs, Sridevi Devaraj, David Heber, Samir Samman, Goran Paulsen, Jeff Coombes, Monica Bullo, Catherine J Field, Josep Bassaganya-Riera, Rohan Walker, Caryl Nowson, Marlena C Kruger, Lynnette Ferguson, Mohsen Meydani, Robert McNamara, Burno Pot, Andreia Oliveira, Anette E Buyken. Edited by Manohar L Garg, Lisa G Wood.

        Certain nutrients and physical activity can significantly alter immune function and inflammation. Targeted interventions may be an effective and inexpensive means to improve the inflammation and immune dysfunction associated with chronic diseases. This book defines the relevant underlying biological mechanisms and strengthens our understanding of how nutrients and physical activity impact inflammatory diseases. A useful reference for researchers and students of nutrition, physiology and sports science, it explores the unique aspects of inflammation induced by nutritional deficiencies or activity levels, and their interrelationship.

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        Krav Magá: Cómo defenderse contra ataques físicos

        by Imi Sde-Or y el Instructor principal Eyal Yanilov

        Krav Magá: Cómo defenderse contra ataques físicos por el Gran maestro Imi Sde-Or y el Instructor principal Eyal Yanilov En 2009 se publicarán dos volúmenes de próxima aparición en esta serie de superventas, titulados Krav Magá, basada en el famoso método israelí de combate sin armas, que se centra ahora en cómo defenderse contra un ataque sin armas, como por ejemplo, todo tipo de golpes y puntapiés, calces, cogeduras, etc. Krav Magá, desarrollado desde la década de 1930 por el Gran maestro Imi Sde-Or (Lichtenfeld), era antes un método de combate cuerpo a cuerpo estrictamente limitado a agentes de seguridad y a miembros del Mossad y de unidades de comando del ejército israelí. El método ha sido adaptado para civiles, de modo que cualquier persona de cualquier edad, sexo o capacidad física pueda utilizarlo. Esta disciplina, basada en reacciones naturales del cuerpo humano, es fácil de aprender y de ejecutar y es de uso práctico. Krav Magá goza actualmente de una popularidad creciente y de una cada vez mayor aceptación por parte de expertos de todo el mundo. En Estados Unidos y en varios países de Europa, este singular método de autodefensa ya se enseña y se utiliza tanto por parte de diversos organismos de seguridad como del ciudadano de a pie. Krav Magá: Cómo defenderse contra ataques físicos escrito por Imi Sde-Or y su principal discípulo Eyal Yanilov como parte de la serie del fundador, es el primero de dos volúmenes que presentan los principios clave y los métodos de entrenamiento para el combate sin armas. El libro, diseñado en un formato accesible y escalonado, cubre los fundamentos, desde seguridad en el entrenamiento, calentamiento, estiramiento y flexibilidad, hasta principios de ataques, posturas y posiciones iniciales. Los autores ofrecen estrategias para todo marco hipotético imaginable: puñetazos y puntapiés como medio de defensa, liberarse de calces, llaves de cabeza y llave nelson, agarres, puñetazos, derribamientos, etc. El libro, que también hace hincapié en los fundamentos psicológicos de la disciplina, amplía su utilidad con secciones sobre entrenamiento mental, puntos vulnerables, atacantes múltiples y autodefensa para mujeres.Acerca de los autoresEyal Yanilov comenzó a los 15 años a entrenarse en Krav Magá con el Gran maestro Imi Sde-Or. Yanilov fue la primera persona que comenzó a entrenar a instructores de Krav Magá fuera de Israel y ha enseñado a unidades especiales, a militares y a civiles en más de 18 países. El Gran maestro Imi Sde-Or, fundador de Krav Magá, falleció en 1998 a los 88 años. Se prevé la publicación de una versión en inglés americano en el verano de 2010. Cada volumen contiene 240 páginas, y en ambos más de 800 fotos e ilustraciones en blanco y negro; 16,5 x 24 cm.

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        Krav Maga – Selbstverteidigung gegen körperliche Angriffe

        by Imi Sde-Or (Lichtenfeld) und Eyal Yanilov

        Krav Maga – Selbstverteidigung gegen körperliche Angriffe Von Großmeister Imi Sde-Or (Lichtenfeld) und Chief Instructor Eyal Yanilov Zwei Bände in Vorbereitung werden die Bestseller-Serie über Krav Maga ergänzen. Sie basieren auf der berühmten israelischen unbewaffneten Selbstverteidigung, mit Schwerpunkt auf die Verteidigung gegen unbewaffnete Angriffe, z.B. alle Arten von Schlägen und Tritten, Klammergriffen usw. Erscheinungsdatum: 2009. Krav Maga ist eine von Großmeister Sde-Or (Lichtenfeld) seit den 30er Jahren entwickelte Methode der unbewaffneten Verteidigung. Die Methode war anfangs streng auf Sicherheitsagenten und Mitglieder der Mossad und der Eliteeinheiten der israelischen Streitkräfte beschränkt. Die Methode wurde nun für den zivilen Gebrauch adaptiert, so dass jeder sie nutzen kann, unabhängig von Alter, Geschlecht und körperlicher Verfassung. Die Disziplin basiert auf natürlichen Reaktionen des menschlichen Körpers und ist leicht zu lernen und anzuwenden sowie sehr praxisorientiert. Krav Maga ist mittlerweile sehr populär und wird von Sicherheitsexperten in aller Welt anerkannt. In den USA, Südamerika, Europa, Australien und im Fernen Osten wird diese einzigartige Methode der Selbstverteidigung sowohl von staatlichen Sicherheitsbehörden als auch von vielen gewöhnlichen Zivilisten eingesetzt. Krav Maga – Selbstverteidigung gegen körperliche Angriffe ist der erste von zwei Bänden, in denen die Kernprinzipien und Trainingsmethoden für die unbewaffnete Verteidigung vorgestellt werden. Die Verfasser, Imi Sde-Or und sein Hauptschüler Eyal Yanilov, stellen in einem übersichtlichen Format Schritt für Schritt die Grundlagen vor: Sicherheit beim Training, Aufwärm-, Dehn- und Beweglichkeitsübungen bis zu Angreifmethoden, Stand- und Startpositionen. Die Autoren bieten Strategien für alle denkbaren Szenarien: Verteidigung gegen Tritte und Hiebe, Befreiung aus Klammergriffen, Griffe, Würfe und mehr. Ebenso werden die psychologischen Grundlagen der Disziplin vorgestellt. Abschnitte über mentales Training, Schwachpunkte, mehrfache Angreifer und Selbstverteidigung für Frauen ergänzen die Beschreibung des Systems.  Die Autoren Eyal Yanilov begann das Training mit Krav Maga mit Großmeister Sde-Or im Alter von 15 Jahren. Yanilov bildete als erster Krav Maga-Spezialist Trainer außerhalb von Israel aus. Er lehrte die Methode für Spezialeinheiten im militärischen und zivilen Bereich in über 18 Ländern. Großmeister Imi Sde-Or verstarb 1998 im Alter von 88 Jahren. Jeder Band hat etwa 240 Seiten mit zusammen über 800 Schwarzweißfotos und Illustrationen; 16,4 x 24 cm.   Eine englischsprachige Ausgabe für Nordamerika ist für Sommer 2012 geplant.

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        Health & Personal Development

        Mindfulness for Adults with Autism

        A Handbook for Therapists and Adults with ASD

        by Annelies Spek

        This book discusses a new type of therapy that can help people with autism to be less overburdened, let go of recurrent thoughts, and get better at recognizing physical signs of stress. Mindfulness includes meditation techniques that are derived from Buddhism and that do not require much communication or insight in thoughts and feelings. This is especially beneficial for people with autism, for whom communication and social interaction can be a challenge.  After a clear introduction to what mindfulness is, each chapter of this book offers a meditation exercise. For each meditation exercise useful tips and tricks are given, as well as potential pitfalls that relate directly to autism. Mindfulness for adults with autism is the first treatment for adults with autism that has proven to be effective. Because of its readability and the beautiful illustrations, this book is highly recommended for both therapists and people with autism.

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        March 2024

        The Mindset Challenge

        For mastery of life and living

        by Kate Munari

        What kind of mindset do you really need to succeed  as a Helicopter Pilot in Afghanistan? Kate Munari really wanted to fly helicopters, and she really wanted to go into a combat zone. What it took to get her there, how she coped with everything from enrolment, to pilot training courses, preparation for deployment to one of the most dangerous places in the world, for anyone to be in 2008. Three successful tours of Afghanistan was the highlight of a 17 year career as a helicopter pilot for Kate, and she shares her stories to inspire anyone wanting to know more about the mindsets she employed during that time, and for her life in general. It’s a riviting tale of determination, courage, and ambition. Her personal stories include insights into:  12 hours per day transporting troop in Helmand Province while being shot at. Advanced training and formation flying that will leave you breathless. Flying under extreme pressure in various parts of the world. Enounters with Royalty, Tribal Chief's, and Interrogators.  This book is perfectly targeted at Leaders who are either in business or running teams of any size in any industry, based on Kate's development and insights as a military person. It is also ideally targeted at young women - 15-30 years of age who want to be inspired to either join up, punch well above their weight in any career path, and navigate a journey into what's truly possible for women any where in the world, in any industry based on a resilience and capability focused mindset.   As a full time presenter, Kate speaks to audiences throughout Australia and New Zealand about her perspectives on leadership borne out of her experiences both in the Navy and as a civilian. Her book is due for release in 2024.

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        Medicine

        Body-Oriented Approaches for Musicians

        Methods for Improving Performance and Health

        by Claudia Spahn (editor)

        All the methods at a glance – a must for all musicians! For the first time, the editor and renowned authors of this publication clearly and vividly present a wide selection of body-oriented approaches for improving musicians’ health. The rigorous, clearly structured presentation of all the relevant methods provides the perfect decision-making tool: Which method is suitable for me? Are there any specific aspects to consider when applying a method to musicians? How is each method applied in practice?   Target Group: Physiotherapists and other physical therapists; music teachers, professional musicians, music students

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