Book description
A radical and timely proposal for reinvigorating transformative scientific discovery. So rich was the scientific harvest of the early 20th century that it transformed entire industries and economies. Max Planck laid the foundation for quantum physics, Barbara McClintock for modern genetics, Linus Pauling for chemistry--the list goes on. In the 1970s, the nature of scientific work started to change. Increases in public funding for scientific research brought demands that spending be justified, a system of peer review that selected only the research proposals promising the greatest returns, and a push for endless short-term miracles instead of in-depth, boundary-pushing research. A vicious spiral of decline began. In Scientific Freedom, Donald W. Braben presents a framework to find and support cutting-edge, much-needed scientific innovation. Braben--who led British Petroleum's Venture Research initiative, which aimed to identify and aid researchers challenging current scientific thinking--explains: The conditions that catalyzed scientific research in the early 20th century The costs to society of our current research model The changing role of the university as a research institution How BP's Venture Research initiative succeeded by minimizing bureaucracy and peer review, and the program's impact The selection, budget, and organizational criteria for implementing a Venture Research program today. Even in the earliest stages, transformative and groundbreaking research can look unrecognizable to those who are accustomed to the patterns established by the past. Support for this research can, in fact, be low risk and offer rich rewards, but it requires rethinking the processes used to discover and sponsor scientists with groundbreaking ideas--and then giving those innovators the freedom to explore. First published in 2008, this new edition of Scientific Freedom includes over 30 redesigned charts and figures and a new foreword by Donald Braben.
Kabuki
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Barbwire
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Indestructible Potato
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Red Delicious
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Fadey
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Mental Prophet
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QuantumQuipper
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Irish Dze
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DanimalDaze
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Reno Monarch
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Stud Buster
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Red Heroine
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. βοΈ Loving the fact that I can learn and listen at the same time β multitasking made easy! π§ π§ ListenBook's interface is not just aesthetically pleasing; it's also highly functional. Navigating through chapters and controls is a breeze.
NexusNomad
This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. Audiobooks made easy β this app's functionality is truly a gift. This app is my audiobook haven. With a user-friendly interface and features like audio filters, I'm engrossed in stories like never before. ππ
Cinder Coffee
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. π± My secret to staying well-read β this app ensures that I'm never without a book, no matter where I am! ππ± Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
The Belgian
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Mad Rascal
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Shady Lady
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. Streamlining audiobook enjoyment β this app's functionality is truly impressive. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
Miss Fix It
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a versatile companion for my daily activities. Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream! The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
Metal Star
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Black Firefly
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience