Victoria Williams – författare

Think you know lots about animals? Think again! Did you know that owls don't have eyeballs? Or that tigers are invisible to their prey? This book contains 100 incredible things about the animal kingdom, full of creatures that glow, build, scheme, dance and everything in between. Perfect for dipping in and out of, it covers a wide range of topics, from frogs that have antifreeze in their blood and pandas that do handstands, to animal-inspired inventions and newts in space. Presented with bold, graphic illustrations and bite-sized text, each page has an unusual or unexpected fact you can take away and use to wow your friends and family.Written in consultation with experts and ideal for fact-loving readers aged 8+.

Plug in to the often mind-blowing world of artificial intelligence. How can a machine write a story? Are computers now cleverer than people? Could a robot do your shopping? Discover all the things that artificial intelligence can already do (and the things it can't).- Packed full of flaps to lift- Explores the opportunities - and risks - that AI could bring- Written in consultation with Professor Michael Wooldridge, from Oxford University's Department of Computer Science- Part of Usborne's See Inside Series which contains over 50 books, covering everything from space to Ancient Greece, the human body and evolutionChapters in this book include:- What is Artificial Intelligence?- AI all around- How does AI work?- Talking computers- Can computers make art?- Rise of the robots- Possible futures- A brief history of AI

Be the ultimate know-it-all with this book containing more than 5,000 facts!A must-have for any curious mind, this book is packed with fascinating facts, and will take you on a thrilling journey through the world of science, history, geography and so much more.Read from cover to cover, or dip in and out at random, to find out about the human body, animals, the environment and technology, and discover mind-expanding facts on every page. Brilliant, bold design makes complex and wide-ranging information easy to understand and absorb.

Explore different careers as you blast off into space with a crew of astronauts. Find out about their incredible jobs and the work of the huge teams who support them, from medics to technicians. Discover how astronauts are chosen and trained for space missions, what it's like in space, and what they do once they return to Earth - as well as the work of Mission Control and those on the ground. With missions planned to the Moon, Mars and beyond, this is a timely and fascinating read.

This handbook, containing annotated materials and case summaries brought together in one volume, is an essential guide for practitioners, police officers, and other investigators alike. Focusing on the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) and the Investigatory Powers Tribunal established by the Act, it is a practical tool for use both pre-trial and during trial. The book includes all relevant materials and guidance, case law, codes, rules, and regulations with commentary, footnotes, and cross-referencing to key sections, providing quick and easy access to the law relating to surveillance and the covert gathering of intelligence.

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics, guest edited by Drs. Victoria Williams and Carrie Kovarik, will cover a number of important topics in Global Dermatology and Telemedicine. This issue is one of four each year selected by long-time series Consulting Editor, Dr. Bruce Thiers. Topics discussion include, but are not limited to: Patterns of Skin Disease in the Context of a High Prevalence HIV Population in Botswana; Telemedicine and Community Health Projects in Asia; Utilizing Technology for Dermatology Care in Tajikistan: A Health Systems Perspective; Community Outreach Projects to Increase Dermatology Education and Access to Care in Argentina; Challenges and Successes of Dermatology Training Programs in Africa; Developing an Electronic Platform for Global Dermatology Mentorship and Collaboration; Novel Diagnostics for Kaposi Sarcoma and Other Skin Diseases in Resource Poor Settings;� Implementing a Locally Made Low-Cost Intervention for Wound and Lymphedema Care in Western Kenya; Challenges of Managing Skin Disease in Migrants and Refugees; Factors Affecting Quality of Life for People Living with Albinism in Botswana; and Integration of Management Strategies for Neglected Tropical Diseases Affecting the Skin

An interesting resource for learning about the cultural differences and characteristics of people across the globe, this encyclopedia covers the "do's" and "don'ts" of a breadth of countries and major ethnic groups.Readers of this one-volume reference will gain useful knowledge of what travelers should and shouldn't do when in countries outside of the United States. After a general introduction, approximately 100 alphabetically arranged entries cover topics such as greeting and meeting, appearance and dress, table manners, body language, social situations and hospitality, verbal communications, business etiquette, religious etiquette, gift-giving, and even "netiquette" regarding social media.Sidebars and images throughout make the text more accessible and engaging, and additional readings at the end of each entry as well as the bibliography offer opportunities for further research on the subject. The content also directly supports the National Geography Standards and the AP Human Geography curriculum for high school students as they learn about the cultural differences and characteristics of people in major ethnic groups across the globe.

During my years practicing architecture, I have had the pleasure of helping people take their vision and bring it to fruition as a building that they will live their lives in and through either in a residential capacity, private business, or pubic facility. However, often this process isnt easy and is riddled with preventable site issues that change smiles to frowns and dreams to nightmares. This book is for anyone that is thinking of buying land, developing land, or adding to or improving land or buildings. This book provides guidance during this process to avoid the pitfalls and baggage that many parcels bring with them. Know what you are buying prior to getting to the closing table.

Drawing from more than 25 years of research and project development, the authors describe how accelerated commercialization strategies building on advances in science and technology offer a sustainable source of wealth. They show how collaboration among business, government, entrepreneurial, and academic partners—all focusing to leverage local resources to compete in the global marketplace—is an established and powerful strategy for 21st century business creation and economic development.This collaborative success strategy of thinking globally and acting locally, along with supportive activities such as technology incubators, research methods, entrepreneurship training, and use of networks for resource sharing is what has come to be called the Technopolis paradigm. Because a maturing Technopolis evolves as an integral component of a city, state, or larger sociopolitical unit, it promotes attention to sustainability and quality of life. Further, Kozmetsky and Williams consider the Technopolis paradigm as a process of constructive capitalism in that it utilizes private or corporate commercialization of science and technology to create wealth and shared prosperity, the value of which is set by competition in a free market.

Sssh, listen... what can you hear? From musical harmonies to sonic booms, discover the science of sound and how we hear things. Why is most of space completely silent? Why does a recording of your voice sound strange? And what do bats, dolphins and a boat full of scientists have in common? The answers are all in this book, with lots of flaps to lift and simple experiments to do at home.Chapters in this book include:- Sound- What is sound?- How sound travels- Hearing sound- Different sounds- Bouncing sound- Your voice- Making music- Astounding sound

Why does rain make chocolate more expensive? How does music make people spend more? Where does gold grow on trees? Who tried to sell the Eiffel tower? Find these answers to these questions and many more in this book full of money facts from around the world, from ancient coins to cryptocurrency.Each book in this best-selling, award-winning series presents 100 bite-sized topics, with bold, graphic illustrations and clear text. Perfect for dipping in and out of, and for sharing with family and friends.

This entertaining write-in book will make maths fun without ever feeling like a lesson. Use your number skills to make your way through mazes, crack codes, create art, catch crooks and solve all sorts of puzzles. Write, draw and colour in your answers as you practise key topics for ages 7-9, from times tables to fractions to mental arithmetic. Along the way, you'll also discover how your brain works and tips on how you can help it to work better. With all the answers in the back of the book.

Crack codes, solve clues, answer riddles, escape from mazes... Packed with a huge variety of puzzles, this entertaining write-in book is a great way to give your brain a workout and develop logical thinking skills. Write and draw your answers to puzzles perfectly pitched for age 7+. Along the way, you'll also discover how your brain works and tips on how you can help it to work better. With links to more activities and help online, and all the answers in the back of the book.

Escape from mazes, solve clues, create art, crack codes... This entertaining write-in book will make times tables fun without ever feeling like a lesson - no repetitive lists in sight. Write, draw and colour in your answers as you practise times tables in surprising and exciting ways. Along the way, you'll also discover how your brain works and find tips on how you can help it to memorise and use times tables. With all the answers in the back of the book.

A helpful, clearly-illustrated guide to making friendship bracelets for beginners. Discover lots of different, simple techniques for making friendship bracelets from your own yarn, string or thread. Includes instructions for making cardboard weaving wheels for super-easy bracelets, and suggestions for simple ways to create different patterns and designs, weave in beads, and finish the ends. A QR code also links to videos showing how to make the bracelets.