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Can the key to accelerated healing and tissue regeneration be found within the very electricity that courses through our skin? "Skin's Electrical Balance" delves into the fascinating and often overlooked realm of the skin's bioelectric field, exploring its profound influence on the body's natural healing processes. This book illuminates how manipulating and understanding this inherent electrical system holds promise for revolutionizing approaches to wound care, regenerative medicine, and overall health. We will primarily address three key topics: the nature and measurement of the skin's bioelectric field, the role of this field in cellular communication and tissue repair, and the potential therapeutic applications of bioelectric modulation. These subjects are critical because they offer a new perspective on the body's intrinsic healing capabilities, suggesting that harnessing these natural electrical forces could provide novel solutions for a range of health challenges. To understand the principles discussed, the book provides a historical overview of bioelectricity research, from its early discoveries to contemporary scientific advancements. Basic knowledge of cell biology and electrophysiology will be helpful to the reader, but detailed explanations and illustrative examples are provided to ensure accessibility for a broad audience. The central argument of "Skin's Electrical Balance" is that the skin's bioelectric field is not merely a byproduct of cellular activity, but an active participant and regulator of the healing process. Supporting this claim, the book presents an in-depth analysis of existing studies, highlighting the importance of maintaining optimal electrical balance for efficient and effective tissue regeneration. The book begins by introducing the concept of bioelectricity and its presence within the skin, outlining methods for measuring and analyzing these subtle electrical signals. We then explore how the skin's bioelectric field facilitates communication among cells, guiding their behavior during tissue repair and regeneration. Major sections are dedicated to specific aspects of this process, including the role of ion channels, voltage gradients, and electrical signaling pathways. The book culminates by examining the potential therapeutic applications of bioelectric modulation, discussing various techniques for manipulating the skin's electrical field to promote healing, reduce inflammation, and enhance tissue regeneration; this includes an analysis of case studies and clinical trials. Evidence and research presented throughout the book draw from a variety of sources, including peer-reviewed scientific publications, experimental data from laboratory studies, and clinical observations. We will incorporate original data visualizations to illustrate complex concepts. Interdisciplinary connections are crucial to understanding the content. "Skin's Electrical Balance" integrates concepts from electrophysiology, cell biology, and regenerative medicine to provide a cohesive and comprehensive overview of the subject. This interdisciplinary approach allows readers to appreciate the interconnectedness of these fields and gain a more thorough understanding of the skin's bioelectric properties. This book differentiates itself by focusing specifically on the skin's bioelectric field and its implications for healing, offering a targeted approach that goes beyond general discussions of bioelectricity. The tone is informative and accessible, balancing scientific rigor with clear and engaging explanations. The intended audience includes healthcare professionals, researchers in regenerative medicine, students in biology and related fields, and anyone interested in understanding the body's natural healing mechanisms. This book would be valuable to those seeking a deeper understanding of wound healing, tissue regeneration, and the potential of bioelectric therapies. As a work of non-fiction in the health and science genres, "Skin's Electrical Balance" adheres to standards of accuracy, objectivity, and evidence-based reasoning. The scope is intentionally limited to the skin's bioelectric field and its influence on healing, excluding broader discussions of bioelectricity in other organs or systems. The information presented in this book has numerous real-world applications, including the development of new wound care products, the optimization of regenerative medicine strategies, and the implementation of bioelectric therapies for various skin conditions. While the potential of bioelectric therapies is promising, there are ongoing debates and controversies surrounding their efficacy and safety. The book addresses these concerns by presenting a balanced and objective assessment of the available evidence, acknowledging limitations and uncertainties while highlighting potential benefits.

When a third person in three years goes missing, presumed dead, July Fourth weekend in Winston, California, sixteen-year-old budding fashion designer Clare Knight uses her gift of seeing visions of people's pasts while touching their clothing to seek the truth, at risk of her own life.

Enjoy this steamy small-town romantic suspense series, where family bonds run deep, and the power of love will sweep you away. A Small Town A Secret And a Second Chance Head librarian Amanda Kane’s quiet life has been upended. A secret has been shared that no one’s talking about. Plus, her ex-husband and his father have been pulled into a scandal. One that could threaten her place in the town, her job, and most importantly, her son. On top of that, she has a complex past with the agent who’s investigating. Can she trust everything he says? Special Agent Lee Simpson has returned to Swan Harbor. Officially, he's there for a case, but deep down, he believes he's been led back for another reason—a reason tied to a woman he can’t forget, even though she’s surrounded by danger. As the lines between duty and desire blur, he's left with a dilemma: should he break the rules and follow his heart? A trail of dead individuals leads straight to his backyard, and Lee must sort through the suspects. It’s a task that becomes more complex when he discovers that both his and Amanda’s family members are on the list. As the danger grows closer, it becomes a race to uncover the culprit. Is there a happy ending for Lee and Amanda? Will they listen to their hearts, even if it means bending the rules? Or will they turn their backs on love—and each other—yet again? In Swan Harbor, everything happens when it’s meant to happen, including love … and death. Welcome to Swan Harbor The Lessons of Love is Book 13 in the Hope & Hearts from Swan Harbor Series. If you enjoy steamy, small-town characters with a strong sense of family and friends, then you’ll love Lee and Amanda’s second-chance romance. It’s a second-chance mystery romance with a guaranteed happy ending. This is Book 13 of a 15-book complete series. Curl up with a copy of The Lessons of Love and rally behind Lee and Amanda.

A smart superhero book for girls with plenty of glitter--perfect for fans of The Powerpuff Girls. It all started with a mysterious purple goo... What happens when four best friends find themselves splattered with a bubbling, genetically altering substance during a seemingly innocent sleepover in a secret, see-through, high-tech, futuristic lab? They develop superpowers, that’s what! Iris, Cheri, Scarlet, and sometimes Opaline have become . . . THE ULTRA VIOLETS After a super baddie face-off with the mutants in the Mall of No Returns, the girls know Chronic Prep is in peril… Bursting with glitter rainbows IRIS must keep her crazy artistic skills a secret. CHERI and her sweetie skunk Darth Odor smell something fishy and none of the math is adding up. High-kick, ninja cha-cha dance moves win SCARLET the lead role in the school play but even that isn’t enough to distract her from the truth. And it’s all because OPALINE is turning their classmates into real debbie downers. Can the Ultra Violets stop her evil plan before their friends’ brains are French fried? Better find out soon because...THE FUCHSIA IS NOW!

Protect yourself from burnout and find the balance you've been craving in this self care book for women. Maybe you’re feeling exhausted, both mentally and physically, from the last few years and all of the uncertainty and change that came with them. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed and struggling to meet the constant demands on your time. Maybe you’re finding it difficult to connect with the things that once added joy and meaning to your life. Or maybe you can’t even remember what those things were. If you relate to one (or more!) of those statements, certified positive psychology practitioner Sophie Cliff is here to help. Choose Joy's research, insights, and exercises will help you: • Reduce stress and change how you react to it (because busy schedules will never go away) • Uncover what really matters to you, not what your family or society tells you should matter • Identify your core values and develop a new approach to achieving your goals • Boost your self-confidence and realize that you're worthy of all the joy you've been dreaming about Research tells us that joy has a whole host of health benefits and now using the tools in this book, you can start taking the necessary daily steps toward building a life that lights you up instead of drags you down. “Choose Joy is an empathetic and empowering resource for anyone struggling with burnout and self-limiting beliefs. The practical advice Sophie offers is something that we can all benefit from." - Mary Jelkovsky, bestselling author of The Gift of Self-Love

Harlequin Romance – July ‘21 – Box Set Harlequin® Romance brings you a collection of four new titles, available now! Experience the rush of falling in love! This Harlequin® Romance box set includes: #4763 THE PRINCESS AND THE REBEL BILLIONAIRE Billion-Dollar Matches By Sophie Pembroke Princess Isabella and race car driver Matteo are set up on a ‘perfect match’… but both know perfect doesn’t exist! Isabella is meant to marry for duty, and Matteo is busy living in the fast lane. But, as they let their guards down, can they ignore their hearts? #4764 HIS CINDERELLA NEXT DOOR By Cara Colter A mind-blowing kiss changed Molly and Oscar’s friendship – irrevocably. Six years later, Oscar’s asking to see her... As a wildlife photographer, Molly does scary things for a living. So why does reuniting with her ex-best friend feel like the scariest thing she’s ever done? #4765 WHISKED AWAY BY THE ITALIAN TYCOON The Casseveti Inheritance By Nina Milne Photographer Emily has learnt the hard way, that in life, you only have yourself. So, the impromptu arrival of Luca, has her guard up. Still, Emily can’t refuse his offer to shoot an ad campaign… and get her career back on track! But, can Emily stop herself falling for Luca? #4766 FROM BEST FRIEND TO FIANCEE By Ellie Darkins Jannes is a professional yachtsman – with a playboy reputation. scandals spook sponsors, so Jannes makes a proposal of mutual convenience to his commitment-phobe best friend Lara: pose as his girlfriend for PR purposes only… and he’ll help keep her chaotic family at bay.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Party Crasher and Love Your Life comes “frothy fun . . . Faster than a swiping Visa, more powerful than a two-for-one coupon, able to buy complete wardrobes in a single sprint through the mall—it’s Shopaholic!” (The Washington Post) “Sophie Kinsella keeps her finger on the cultural pulse, while leaving me giddy with laughter.”—Jojo Moyes, author of The Giver of Stars and The Last Letter from Your Lover Becky Brandon thinks that having a daughter is a dream come true: a shopping friend for life! But two-year-old Minnie has a quite different approach to shopping. The toddler creates havoc everywhere she goes, from Harrods to her own christening. On top of everything else, Becky and Luke are still living with her parents (the deal on house #4 has fallen through), when suddenly there’s a huge nationwide financial crisis. With people having to cut back, Becky decides to throw a surprise party for Luke to cheer everyone up. But when costs start to spiral out of control, she must decide whether to accept help from an unexpected source—and therefore run the risk of hurting the person she loves. Will Becky be able to pull off the celebration of the year? Will she and Luke ever find a home of their own? Will Minnie ever learn to behave? And . . . most important . . . will Becky’s secret wishes ever come true? BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Sophie Kinsella’s Shopaholic to the Stars and a sneak peek into all of the Shopaholic novels. Praise for Mini Shopaholic “Madcap adventure.”—People “A page-turner . . . [Sophie] Kinsella at her most hilarious best.”—Fort Worth Star-Telegram “Screamingly funny.”—USA Today

Decline of Film examines the sweeping transformation from film to digital photography, dissecting the technological, economic, and cultural shifts that redefined the photographic industry. The book argues that the rise of digital photography was more than just a technological upgrade; it was a paradigm shift. Early skepticism towards digital cameras gradually faded as innovations in sensor technology and processing power made digital photography more accessible and immediate, ultimately democratizing image-making. The book explores the economic consequences of this transition, charting the decline of film giants like Kodak alongside the ascent of digital camera manufacturers. It also examines how digital tools have shaped photographic style and composition, influencing visual culture and aesthetic shifts. Through industry data, market analyses, and case studies, Decline of Film provides a balanced perspective on the ongoing debate between film and digital, acknowledging film's unique appeal while recognizing digital's dominance. The book unfolds systematically, first introducing the core technologies of both film and digital and then examining the economic and aesthetic impacts. Finally, it delves into the social implications of the digital revolution, including issues of image manipulation and the proliferation of visual content. This comprehensive approach offers valuable insights for photographers, businesses, and anyone seeking to understand the digital revolution's profound impact on photography and technology.

Grab your cutlass and prepare for an exhilarating adventure on the Isle of Chaos, where six lives intertwine in the quest for money, power, and revenge. Ambitious yet impoverished Isaac Carver has been hunting Captain Kidd’s legendary buried treasure ever since he was cruelly abandoned as a young boy. With only two locations left to search, he’s determined to escape his pitiful past and live a life he’s only ever dreamed of. But little does Isaac know that his actions will be the catalyst in a devastating chain of events leading to an all-out war for control of the island. Crossing paths with Crow, a quirky yet feared pirate captain who’ll do anything to avoid a mutiny; Joy, a fiery bounty hunter and loving sister on a mission to right wrongs; Popino, a sex-addicted widower and desperate, anguished father; Molly, a vengeful apothecary intent on inciting war; and Jane, a sharp-witted mercenary boss, Isaac soon realises everyone has something to hide and few can be trusted. Can Isaac overcome his past and survive long enough to complete his quest – or will clashing ambitions lead to his demise?

The definitive book for adults from an iconoclast of the children's book world. Colorful and curious. Experimental and improvisational. Each of Hervé Tullet's creations, whether the bestselling children's book Press Here or the internationally traveling Ideal Exhibition, breaks the boundaries of art. Tullet is a renowned author and artist who urges people of any age to create playfully and joyfully. In this deluxe volume—part career-spanning monograph, part artist's manifesto—he shares his origins, his inspirations, and his methods alongside illustrations, sketches, fine art, and photographs of his installations. Hervé Tullet's Art of Play features commentary from curator Aaron Ott and children's literature expert Leonard S. Marcus. It's sure to become a favorite among parents, teachers, and librarians as well as art lovers and creatives. With this book, as with all his work, Hervé Tullet invites you to join him on an exuberant journey of creativity. BESTSELLING AUTHOR: Tullet is an New York Times–bestselling author and a perennial favorite among buyers and sellers of children's books as well as among the art crowd. His books have been translated into many languages, and he's been featured in exhibitions around the world. CREATIVITY FOR EVERYONE: Tullet's experiential art delights a range of audiences, from children to museumgoers. It appeals on many levels—as a radically inclusive fine art practice, as a bridge between children and adults, and as a purely joyful experience of color and motion. INSIDE THE ARTIST'S PROCESS: This book offers a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes. Tullet describes everything from his use of sketchbooks to his musical inspirations. Creatives in all media will glean valuable insight into the artist's process. Perfect for: Fans of Hervé Tullet Artists, illustrators, and writers Creatives of all stripes Parents, teachers, and librarians who love children's books Contemporary art aficionados