Science Nonfiction: Behind the Scenes in University Research by Prof Darren Lipomi

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GYGPWWPF

Every year, the United States spends roughly $60 billion—about 1 percent of the federal budget—on university research. Though this research has far-reaching effects and benefits the public at large, most people are unaware of the inner workings of academic research. Who bears the risk for new discoveries? What role do graduate students play in innovation? What are the shortcomings of academic research, and can the system be fixed?

In Science Nonfiction: Behind the Scenes in University Research, Darren J. Lipomi, PhD, a scientist and educator, offers readers an insider’s perspective of scientific discovery in academia. Drawing on two decades of experience in elite labs and universities, he reveals a system few outsiders ever see. By examining his own career trajectory—from humble beginnings to prestigious universities like Harvard and Stanford to academic leadership—Lipomi illustrates the impact that incentives, power, and politics have on knowledge production.

Science Nonfiction captures both the ingenuity and absurdities of life in the lab. With this book, Lipomi hopes to shed light on the often-overlooked human side of scientific research, purporting that while the system is certainly imperfect, there is hope for a better future. Indeed, even with its immense flaws, academic research represents a significant societal investment in the future. As this investment faces greater scrutiny, limitations, and political interference, understanding the utility of academic research becomes more important than ever before.

About the author
Darren J. Lipomi, PhD, is chair and professor of chemical and sustainability engineering at University of Rochester. Lipomi earned his bachelor’s degree in chemistry with a minor in physics as a Beckman Scholar at Boston University in 2005, and in 2010, he attained his PhD in chemistry at Harvard University, working alongside Professor George M. Whitesides. His research interests include molecular engineering of electronic and electroactive polymers, particularly the mechanical properties of semiconducting polymers for flexible solar cells, biomechanical sensors, and phenomena that occur at the intersection of materials chemistry with human perception and cognition. He is the recipient of the AFOSR Young Investigator award, the NIH Director’s New Innovator Award, the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE), and the NSF BRITE-Pivot award. He hosts a podcast, Molecular Podcasting with Darren Lipomi, which has an associated YouTube channel, Darren_Lipomi. These platforms serve as valuable resources to students, postdocs, and other early-career researchers.

Nutrition and THE BRAIN What school and parents must know by Robert Maker

Robertmakerofficial.com

The first book by Robert Maker is his masterpiece, Nutrition and The Brain: What Schools and Parents Must Know, published in 2026 by Expert Book Publishing. Based on over half a century of personal study of children in the classroom, gym, clinic, and school throughout the United States, the book combines both lived observation and scientific studies to show how nutrition can significantly influence brain health, learning and behavior. The book has a very intimate sense of dedication to his late wife Sandy whose affection, support and unrelenting encouragement kept him going in his life and also in his writing.

Sandy is still in the strength of her marriage of close to thirty years, and Robert Maker is still with her, and her partnership can be seen in every page. Her memory is respected together with families and children with the affected life that came out of avoidable health issues and false information. This is not just a scientific work to Robert, but a mission, a mission of love and responsibility, and the hope of leaving a good legacy to the future generations

The book is also dedicated to the families, teachers, and children, who have been affected by the lack of nutritious food and the presence of food additives in their systems. It emphasizes their bravery and stamina, and delivers an easy to understand and comprehend explanation of the complicated neurological mechanisms to the reader.

RUBY WARRIORS: Saving Arth by Jeya Carmichael

Jeyacarmichaelauthor.com

https://www.amazon.com/RUBY-WARRIORS-Saving-Jeya-Carmichael/dp/B0CNF6XYPX

In their quiet suburban neighborhood, three friends stumble upon an antique ruby amulet and are transported to a parallel Earth teetering on the brink of destruction.

Arth, a world steeped in myth and legend, holds a desperate secret—the return of merciless Marauders, threatening to plunge the realm into darkness. But Arth has a glimmer of hope in its most unlikely heroes: Aurora, Lizzy, and Lance. Prophesied in the sacred Book as the royal children destined to save Arth, they discover that they are the royal grandchildren of the legendary Sophia, a magical guardian who once protected the realm.

As the Ruby Warriors, the children embark upon a perilous quest to fulfill the prophecy and thwart the Marauders’ sinister plans. Their journey takes them through a fantastical world filled with enchanted forests, towering giants, and mythical creatures. Along the way, they must face their deepest fears, including a treacherous forest infested with giant spiders and the foreboding Serpent Mountain.

With bravery, wit, and the newfound magic of their amulet, the Ruby Warriors must send the Marauders hurtling back into the depths of space. But the path to victory is fraught with challenges.

Will Aurora, Lizzy, and Lance fulfill their destiny and save Arth from certain doom?

Join them on this magical journey, where the bonds of friendship are tested, the forces of darkness are confronted, and the legacy of their great ancestor Sophia lives on.

About the author
Greetings! I’m Jeya Carmichael, a retired educator with a passion for nurturing young minds and fostering a love for reading. I have a Master’s Degree in Education., and I have always enjoyed teaching and imparting some of my own cultural journey with my students. I am from Malaysia, a tropical peninsula where my family still resides and I miss them.

I’m so blessed to be a mother, grandmother and a great-grandmother. I enjoy my family and love spending time with them. My husband and I love playing board games and reading aloud to our great-grandchildren.

My husband is retired Air Force, and I am retired from Public School for over 27 years.. We now live in Lower Michigan.

In the summer, my husband loves riding his motorcycle. He’s also a whiz with putting puzzles together and doing his Sudoku.

i love to make quilts and patch different pieces together to make beautiful blocks for quilts. I find this very therapeutic, where I can quietly enjoy piecing and sewing gifts for my family without any pressure.

Christmas Poems by Suzanne W. Guinn

https://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Poems-Suzanne-W-Guinn-ebook/dp/B0GD8VNRSD

Suzannewguinn.com

A small, easy to read set of poems.

These Christmas poems go back as far as 1966, when Suzanne was a Senior in

High School and took a class in Creative Writing, with her favorite

English teacher, Mrs. Agnus Smith.

Get Fit Over 40 with Peter Iacavazzi

Afightingchanceprogram.com

40fitness.com

Iacavazzi.com

About the Guest(s):
Peter Iacavazzi is a renowned two-time Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champion, elite performance coach, entrepreneur, and nationally recognized instructor. Raised in Princeton, New Jersey, Peter grew up in a family where excellence was the norm, with his father being a notable NFL athlete. He became a leading figure in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is now dedicated to helping others build strength, resilience, and purpose. Peter is the force behind 40 Fitness and A Fighting Chance programs, which aim to inspire personal growth and self-defense awareness.

Episode Summary:
In this engaging episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss dives deep into a conversation with Peter Iacavazzi, a distinguished Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champion and elite performance coach. Specializing in helping individuals over 40 achieve their fitness goals, Peter discusses the inception and principles behind his initiatives, 40 Fitness and A Fighting Chance. This episode is filled with insights into how individuals, especially those in their middle ages, can reclaim their physical prowess and mental clarity by adopting disciplined workout regimens and strategies that combat challenges related to aging and lifestyle changes.

Throughout the discussion, the focus is placed on transformative lifestyle approaches through tailored fitness programs and the importance of mental discipline. Peter elaborates on the critical role of self-defense for women, emphasizing his highly specialized program, A Fighting Chance, designed to empower women with essential skills. The insight that sets this episode apart is Peter’s unique perspective on combining elite training philosophies used by military operators for everyday individuals, effectively bridging the gap between rigorous athleticism and practical, everyday fitness needs. Listeners can expect to gain knowledge on fitness techniques, the significance of nutrition and hormone check-ups, and motivational anecdotes from Peter’s journey in sports and coaching.

Key Takeaways:
Fitness Programs for 40+: Peter’s 40 Fitness initiative is precisely crafted for individuals over 40 who seek to look, feel, and perform better through personalized training plans.
Women’s Self-Defense: “A Fighting Chance” offers vital self-defense strategies tailored to help women protect themselves in dangerous situations.
Discipline Over Motivation: Success in fitness is less about short-term motivation and more about cultivating long-lasting discipline.
Holistic Health Approach: Emphasizing the importance of nutrition and hormone balance, Peter highlights how testosterone replacement therapy can aid those over 40.
Transformative Coaching: Unique coaching that applies high-level athletic training principles to everyday fitness challenges helps break barriers and overcome personal health plateaus.

Notable Quotes:
“The goal is not to compete against other people. It’s to compete against yourself.”
“Motivation shows up at the gym on January 1st. Discipline shows up on February 1st.”
“What if we tailored [elite military training] down for the 45-year-old soccer mom?”
“If I could spend my whole life teaching that and I can save one woman’s life, then I will have lived a life worth living.”
“We’re trying to make the world a better place by making you a better person in it.”

The Friendship Pod Affair: The Miracle That No One Thought Could Happen by Renée Mollan Masters

https://www.amazon.com/Friendship-Pod-Affair-Miracle-Thought/dp/B0GN4RWVRZ

Reneemollanmastersma.com

Sixteen-year-old Sara Salinger arrives at a U.S. peace camp expecting enemies. Instead, she discovers friendship, love, and a glimpse of a world her own people say can never exist.

For three unforgettable weeks, Israeli and Palestinian teens break through generations of fear and hatred. But when Sara returns home, a shattering tragedy threatens to destroy everything she learned – and everything she now believes.

How far will she go to protect the fragile hope she found… and what will it cost her?

The Friendship Pod Affair is a gripping, emotionally charged story that dares to ask whether one courageous heart can spark change in a world determined to stay divided.

Frequency Healing: Beginner’s Guide: Unlock the Body’s Natural Healing System (Frequency and Energy Healing (Series of 3)) by Michael Upstone

https://www.amazon.com/Frequency-Healing-Beginners-Unlock-Natural/dp/1066622485

Discover Safe, Practical and Effective Frequency Healing (colour edition)

The missing bridge between ancient energy wisdom and modern clinical results…

Are you frustrated by a mass of hype, buzzwords, and information that seems (and usually is) incomplete or even misleading?
Are you confused about the 80+ energy healing options and how to choose the best one for your needs?
Do you want to know how to get results in record time – and operate safely by understanding the features and limitations of various approaches?
Are you looking for simple, straightforward and easy-to-understand information that you can use today and in the future?

In a world awakening to the power of subtle energies, frequency healing is rapidly gaining recognition as the most exciting area in advanced, alternative and holistic medicine. But simple, straightforward, practical information about this area has been lacking – locked in the hands of a few master clinicians, until now.

This clear, beginner-friendly guide distils 18 years of hands-on experience with 25+ modalities into the essential principles most newcomers never learn – giving you the practical knowledge you need to create astonishing real-world results.

You’ll explore:

How sound, light, electromagnetic energy, and biofield technologies support the body’s natural healing intelligence
Vital energy healing fundamentals: coherence, cellular communication, adaptation, and how to stimulate regeneration
Critical information every practitioner needs to get the very best results – individual dosages, tolerance, healing crises, and the safety implications of the biphasic response
Powerful “Star Trek” tools from the Russian space medicine program: ENS, SCENAR, Cosmodic, healing blankets… and an overview of over 80 modalities, including soft lasers
How to combine modalities with heart-resonance practices, holistic nutrition, and lifestyle support for faster, deeper transformation
The ‘trade secrets’ of elite energy healers
Complete with dramatic real-life before-and-after examples – rapid wound healing, scar reduction, pain relief, post-surgery recovery, rapid regeneration, and more – this guide empowers you to approach energy healing and New Age mental, physical and spiritual healing with confidence, clinical discernment, and realistic expectations.

Whether you’re new to subtle energy work or ready to move beyond memes and miracle claims, this book gives you a solid, practical foundation in alternative therapies and alternative & holistic medicine.

Your body is already a master healer. Now you’ll know exactly how to unlock its incredible regenerative potential – safely and effectively

About the author
Michael Upstone has spent over 18 years working with some of the world’s most advanced home health technologies.

Driven by a passion for empowering as many people as possible to achieve tangible results, his books offer clear, practical guidance on integrating energy devices, detox protocols, nutrition, holistic approaches to health, and environmental awareness to support the body’s natural self-healing potential.

With hands-on experience in over 25 energy healing modalities, Michael has performed thousands of treatments and trained doctors, practitioners, and home users in the safe and effective use of cutting-edge wellness technologies.

His practical, straightforward writing style distils his extensive experience into actionable steps, equipping readers with the critical questions to ask and the tools they need to take charge of their health… and, above all, to get results, fast.

Known for a warm, honest, and accessible style, Michael’s work appeals to a broad audience – from curious newcomers to seasoned clinicians seeking better outcomes through integrative methods.

He serves as President of Keep Health Scientific Research Verein, an international health research association based in Austria.

Keep Health supports research and training across diverse areas, including injury recovery, chronic illness, autism, ADHD, mental health, cosmetic rejuvenation, and performance enhancement. Keep Health provides members with scientific insights, practical education, and validated tools for exploring advanced healing technologies.

Michael is an experienced international speaker at international events. His contributions extend into research on sustainability, systems thinking, and paradigm-shifting innovations.

IS HE OR ISN’T HE? A Response to God’s Not Dead by Cliff Somers

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKZBPL9

Cliffsomersmessageman.com

The book God’s Not Dead by Pastor Rice Broocks so engaged Cliff’s interest and his disagreement with its content that he undertook to write a response (or rebuttal). This book is it. Dealing with such diverse issues as cosmology, theology, and evolution, as well as an examination of what the Gospels of the Bible really say, this book is argumentative and opinionated. However, Cliff respects the pastor (as he refers to Broocks) and has tried to be respectful in his approach. As the book states early on, Cliff is an atheist but not a proselytizer. You may be interested in the origin of the universe, the idea of the tuned universe, the dogma known as creationism, or that known as intelligent design, the question of the meaning to religion of Darwin’s theory of natural selection, or the actual words of the Gospels. If so, this book will intrigue you no matter which side of the fence you find yourself on. Come on in, the water’s fine.

Cliff Somers was born in Portland, Maine, a long time ago and lived there until he was 15 years old. He then moved with his family to Florida, which he has claimed as his home state ever since. Cliff spent three years as an enlisted man in the U.S. Army Special Forces and went to Vietnam on an “A” team. He then received his undergraduate degree in English and a law degree from the University of Florida. Thereafter, he served for four years in the Army as a JAG officer where he served as a prosecutor (trial counsel) and prosecuted a nationally known murder case called U.S. v. MacDonald. That case was the subject of a televised series on FX in 2022, in which Cliff appears. He also served as a military judge. From 1972 until 2014, Cliff worked in Tampa as a civil trial lawyer with cases all over the west coast of Florida. In the practice of law, Cliff became a board-certified civil trial lawyer, and late in his practice, he was also a Florida Supreme Court certified mediator. He was listed during his practice in Who’s Who in the South and Southwest, Who’s Who in American Law, and Who’s Who in America. Because he was English major, Cliff imagined himself as a famous novelist but discovered he lacked one asset for that task: he couldn’t write dialogue for beans. This small problem led him to write the non-fiction (assuming that politics is not fiction) books and the poetry book shown on this website. Cliff lives with his wife, Jennie, in Citrus Park, a suburb of Tampa.

The Conscience of the C.O.D. by James Terminiello

https://reason-able.blog/

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZV9VMQ4

We’ve all had bad days, but nothing compares to Trip Torrent’s. PR director of the luxury cruise ship Climax of Dreams, he awakens to the discovery that the ship’s owners have donated it to house 4,000 squabbling refugees. Then, at a celebrity-glutted fundraiser, it gets hijacked. And that’s only the beginning! Torrent’s reluctant sea voyage includes seminude female commandos, a secret stash of special ops weapons, a billion-dollar cloud of money, a kidnapped tech guru, a ship navigation system with a dangerous stutter, a soccer match haunted by Navy drones and fighter jets, a faded comic whose skills at mimicry could save or sink the ship, an unexpected global fashion craze, a double-dealing repairman, and a whopping big hurricane. Even his attempts at romance are interrupted-by the synthetic charms of a robot bartender with a bit too much charisma! What will blow up first: his career, his relationship, or the ship?

About the author
After a 40 year career in advertsing, marketing and PR, Jim Terminiello concentrates on writing blogs, newspaper columns, (nearly 200 as of 2024) and books – with a 7th in process for 2025. He is married to Tara and has two children Alex and Gillian. Alex suffers from autism and Jim works everyday to fight this challanging afliction.

Help Wanted: How to Find and Keep Talent in a Forever-Tight Labor Market by Jerry Rubin, Steven L. Dawson

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0262054396/

https://www.helpwantedbook.com/

How employers can compete in a challenging labor market—by hiring differently, redesigning job quality, and rethinking their government relations strategies.

From two leaders in business and workforce development with a proven track record in innovative workforce strategies.

Over the past ten years, the U.S. labor market has been buffeted, with demand shifting dramatically. At the same time, demographic trends mean that U.S. labor supply will steadily tighten into the coming decade: Relatively fewer native-born workers are entering the workforce; a greater percentage are choosing not to work; and an aging baby boom generation is exiting the workforce. What’s worse, this systemic tightening of the US labor market has been exacerbated by the Trump administration’s decision to dramatically constrain immigration, the primary source of recent labor market growth.

Welcome to the “forever-tight” labor market. In Help Wanted, Jerry Rubin and Steven Dawson combine their 80 years of experience in management and workforce development to offer employers an “employee-focused competitive strategy.” This strategy includes a wide range of practical, well-researched tools and detailed case studies from a breadth of employers that will help readers compete for talent and retain a productive workforce.

Since the underlying cause of the tightening labor supply is structural, employers—whether for-profit, nonprofit, or governmental—must respond in kind. They too must undertake structural changes in finding, hiring, and retaining workers.

Now equal in importance to an organization’s customer-service strategy, an employee-focused strategy is no longer simply a competitive advantage—it is fast becoming a competitive necessity.

About the author
Jerry Rubin is a Senior Advisor at the Harvard Project on the Workforce, a Foundation Fellow at the Eastern Bank Foundation and Co-Chair of the MassSkills Coalition. Most recently, he was CEO and President of JVS-Boston, a 250-employee organization that consults directly to businesses seeking job candidates recruited and trained by JVS.

About the author
Steven L. Dawson was founder and President of PHI, which consults on job-quality redesign to a range of private long-term care businesses and public healthcare/employment agencies. Earlier, he was founder and President of The ICA Group, which consults to and finances employee‐owned enterprises nationwide.

WISDOM SEED: CHALLENGING PERCEPTIONS OF TIME AND REALITY (SPECIAL EDITION) by TRISHA PORTBURY

https://www.amazon.com/WISDOM-SEED-CHALLENGING-PERCEPTIONS-REALITY-ebook/dp/B0GH15582Q

This regular family reveals a whirlwind of crazy, real, and fictitious scenarios that unfold at a cracking pace. Follow Harry H (Dad), Harmony (16-ish), and Henty (18.1 in every way) as they explore values and personality traits through braiding conversations and experiences that will astound, especially as the Imaginistas and Creaturtorials get involved.

Harmony: A “work in progress,” free spirit.

HARRY: Machine operator and dreamer.

HENTY: Science student, loves sport and predictability.

Each learns to recognize and embrace the seeds of wisdom in unexpected moments. Wisdom is simpler than the word implies…

This visual adventure launches characters and situations that capture and create imagery, generating a parallel visual journey for our unsuspecting family. What is more powerful, words or imagery? What is wisdom and insight for us regular humans?