Download or read book STEM Gems written by Stephanie Espy and published by . This book was released on 2016-06-06 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tired of seeing the same careers foisted upon women in TV, movies and magazines? Chemical engineer Stephanie Espy, a graduate of MIT, UC Berkeley and Emory University, tells the stories of 44 inspiring women in STEM to show girls and young women around the world a new set of women heroes to look up to.The statistics for women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) careers are just plain sad. In recent years, fewer than 20% of college graduates in engineering and computer science were women. While stereotypes pervade about women in these fields, the truth is that most girls have never even heard of these careers and are not aware of the wide range of options that exist.In STEM Gems, you and your daughter, niece, neighbor, friend or student will discover: The stories of 44 inspiring women in diverse STEM fields and how they made it; The challenges these incredible women faced in pursuit of their dreams; The tremendous accomplishments these Gems have achieved in their respective STEM fields; Advice on how to pursue science, technology, engineering and mathematics careers; Actionable steps girls and young women can take right now to set themselves up for success; What girls and young women can expect in a promising STEM career, and much, much more!Through the powerful stories of the STEM Gems in this book, girls and young women will have their pick of current role models of various ages, ethnicities and job types. And through the eight chapters that outline actionable steps, girls and young women will learn what they can do right now, today, to set themselves up for success and to create their own unique paths. STEM Gems is relatable, encouraging and inspiring, demonstrating the limitless possibilities for the next generation of women.

Download or read book Parched written by D.P. Payne and published by Gwyn McNamee. This book was released on 2018-10-04 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A wendigo controlled by a curse. An insatiable mystery woman. One sexy, crazy ride. Greed. For the last 4,000 years, it’s been my curse. Every day, I live with the repercussions of the terrible choices I made. I thought I’d seen it all…then a black aura crosses my path. The beautiful woman it belongs to sends my world into a tailspin. She gets under my skin, hypnotizing me with her adventurous and kinky nature. I almost forget I know nothing about her. Thinking with the wrong head can certainly get a man in trouble, but in this case, it could mean an end worse than my curse. Parched is a complete stand-alone full of steamy scenes and supernatural creatures.

Download or read book Gems written by François Farges and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 2020-09-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enter into the fascinating world of precious gems through this unique volume that brings together the wonders of mineralogy and masterpieces of jewelry. Both a reference book and an exhibition catalog, Gems unveils the fascinating world of minerals and gems through a dialogue between the prestigious collections of the Muséum national d'histoire naturelle in Paris and the great French jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels. The Muséum national d'histoire naturelle in Paris welcomes the exhibition Gems from September 16, 2020‒May 4, 2021. This beautifully illustrated volume brings together an international team of mineralogists, scientists, and specialists in natural history and in the history of jewelry, under the editorial direction of François Farges, to explore the diversity of the mineral universe through an exceptional selection of geological specimens (some published here for the first time), legendary gems, and exceptional ornaments created throughout history. Raw crystals, cut stones, and jewelry are compared and contrasted, shedding light on both the natural wonders made by the Earth itself and the virtuoso creations of human hands that transform them into works of art.

Download or read book Graphics Gems written by Andrew S. Glassner and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 1990 with total page 866 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains more than 100 different ideas, methods and techniques that anyone should be able to use in graphics programming, ranging from basic geometry to specific algorithms in fields like anti-aliased line drawing, texture mapping, splines and polygon rendering.

Download or read book Dictionary of Gems and Gemology written by Mohsen Manutchehr-Danai and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-03-09 with total page 575 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The rapid growth of gemological sciences and mineralogy demands a dictionary such as this for gemologists, mineralogists, geologists, jewel dealers, industry and hobbyists. With some 16,000 comprehensive definitions, supplemented by more than 250 diagrams and figures, this is a one-stop reference to any matter dealing with gems and gemology.

Download or read book The Dragon Gems written by Jake R. Marshall and published by Writers Republic LLC. This book was released on 2023-09-15 with total page 133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fantasy world far like any other. A place where loyalty meets authority and power meets demand. Gems of all kinds lay about, but some are more special than others. When characters collide, can they finally use the gems’ powers to bring the Kingdoms back to what they once were? Or is it too late to stop the evil cast in the shadows? Will they figure out how to use the gems? And will the Kingdoms finally unite?

Download or read book Dictionary of Gems and Gemology written by Robert M. Shipley and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2011-03-23 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Download or read book A Popular Treatise on Gems written by Lewis Feuchtwanger and published by . This book was released on 1859 with total page 508 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Handbook of Fluorescent Gems and Minerals An Exposition and Catalog of the Fluorescent and Phosphorescent Gems and Minerals Including the Use of Ultraviolet Light in the Earth Sciences written by Jack DeMent and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A helpful guide for any student or keen amateur wishing to learn all they can about mineralogy.

Download or read book John s Marketing Gems written by John Thomasen and published by John's Marketing Gems. This book was released on 2013-09-30 with total page 47 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John’s Marketing Gems is the remarkable culmination of John Thomasen’s career as a master marketer at some of the top companies in the world. Having worked at companies including eBay, TiVo, and Fujitsu, as well as various tech startups, Thomasen has acquired marketing insights that few others ever have. Now it is time to share that knowledge with the world. John’s Marketing Gems is filled with 25 priceless gems: Gem #1: Pay the Customer, Not the Media Company Gem #2: Incentives Work Gem #3: Tell Me a Story Gem #4: The Truth about Testing Gem #5: What is Marketing? Gem #6: Give Me the Features Gem #7: ROI is Almost Meaningless Gem #8: I Hate Surveys Gem #9: I Love Surveys Gem #10: Cause a Riot Gem #11: Find Your Position Gem #12: Swarm Them Gem #13: Keep Loyalty Programs Simple Gem #14: Outsource Everything Gem #15: How I Tripled Sales at a Major Computer Company Gem #16: Understand the Situation Gem #17: How I Helped Revitalize TiVo Gem #18: Are Brands Important? Gem #19: People Remember Images Gem #20: Understand Your Margins Gem #21: Leverage the Knowledge of Others Gem #22: Limit Choices Gem #23: The Value of a Customer Gem #24: The 3 Ms of Viral Marketing Gem #25: Learn from Vitamin Water Industry media have shown praise for John’s Marketing Gems and John’s Online Marketing Gems. “Remarkable! The most inspiring marketing advice in years.” -- The San Francisco Chronicle “John Thomasen has done it. He has put together what can only be described as a classic.” -- Ivey Business Journal “Brilliant book. Thomasen provides plenty of useful examples. ” -- Buzzfeed

Download or read book The Science of Gems Jewels Coins and Medals Ancient and Modern written by Archibald Billing and published by London : [s.n.]. This book was released on 1875 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Graphics Gems III IBM Version written by David Kirk and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2012-12-02 with total page 669 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This sequel to Graphics Gems (Academic Press, 1990), and Graphics Gems II (Academic Press, 1991) is a practical collection of computer graphics programming tools and techniques. Graphics Gems III contains a larger percentage of gems related to modeling and rendering, particularly lighting and shading. This new edition also covers image processing, numerical and programming techniques, modeling and transformations, 2D and 3D geometry and algorithms,ray tracing and radiosity, rendering, and more clever new tools and tricks for graphics programming. Volume III also includes a disk containing source codes for either the IBM or Mac versions featuring all code from Volumes I, II, and III. Author David Kirk lends his expertise to the Graphics Gems series in Volume III with his far-reaching knowledge of modeling and rendering, specifically focusing on the areas of lighting and shading. Volume III includes a disk containing source codes for both the IBM and Mac versions featuring all code from volumes I, II, and III. Graphics Gems I, II, and III are sourcebooks of ideas for graphics programmers. They also serve as toolboxes full of useful tricks and techniques for novice programmers and graphics experts alike. Each volume reflects the personality and particular interests of its respective editor. Includes a disk containing source codes for both the IBM and Mac versions featuring code from volumes I, II, and III Features all new graphics gems Explains techniques for making computer graphics implementations more efficient Emphasizes physically based modeling, rendering, radiosity, and ray tracing Presents techniques for making computer graphics implementations more efficient

Download or read book Uncovering Mexico s Hidden Gems written by Paul Green and published by MyMexicoMove.com. This book was released on 2023-05-01 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The concept of hidden gems in Mexico refers to those places that are not as popular as other tourist destinations but offer unique experiences that are worth exploring. These hidden gems are often off-the-beaten-path and offer authentic cultural experiences, safe outdoor adventures, and undiscovered colonial cities. One of the best ways to discover hidden gems in Mexico is by talking to the locals. They know their country better than anyone else and can recommend places that are not on the typical tourist map. Expats in Mexico can also be a great source of information as they have already gone through the process of exploring different parts of the country. Off-the-Beaten-Path Hidden Gems in Mexico are those places that are not typically found in guidebooks or travel websites. These can include small towns, villages, and natural wonders that are not as popular as other destinations but offer unique experiences that are worth exploring.

Download or read book Explanatory Catalogue of the Proof impressions of the Antique Gems Possessed by the Late Prince Poniatowski and Now in the Possession of John Tyrrell written by James Prendeville and published by . This book was released on 1841 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Natural History of Gems Or Decorative Stones written by Charles William King and published by . This book was released on 1867 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Destiny Changing Power of the Gemstones written by Hseham Amrahs and published by Mahesh Dutt Sharma. This book was released on 2024-01-06 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One Gemstone, in reality, is a piece of a mineral. It is either a piece of a mineral, non-organic, or inorganic substance. After cutting and polishing, the Gemstone is used for making precious stones and other adornments. However certain Gems like lapis lazuli, amber, pearls, etc. are not minerals but they are used for the manufacturing of jewelry, these are called organic or carbonic Gemstones. Gemstones are both hard and soft. The luster, rarity, and other physical properties, accordingly create the value of the Gemstones. In general, people know only nine Gemstones, but in reality, in this world, there are more than 2000 varieties of Gemstones.

Download or read book Gemstones written by Nora Aphismai Phayackaporn and published by Bluetoffee. This book was released on 2006 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gemstones: A Thai Love Story presents an essential reference guide to the world of Thai gems, for every level of interest. In four beautifully illustrated sections, the book furnishes buyers with all they need to know about buying gems in Thailand, in an easy-to-read format, set in a context of Thai history and culture. The buyer's guide is designed to cut through the complex process of gem identification and authentication. Each gem is described precisely, highlighting its distinguishing characteristics and variations, as well as its man-made imitators. The guide also acquaints readers with the history and origin of each gem and provides useful tips on how to make a good purchase, and look after the gem subsequent to purchase. An introduction to the Thai gem manufacturing process and key markets gives the layman some insight into the gem industry in Thailand, and the intricacies of gem trading, equipping the reader with the knowledge he requires when he visits one of the most exciting gem markets of the world. Finally, a concise glossary gives understanding of the technical terms used within the book.