Forty years ago, IBM researcher Charlie Bennett helped usher in the study of quantum mechanics’ impact on computing. IBM is still at it—and so is Bennett. In May 1981, at a conference center housed in a chateau-style mansion outside Boston, a few dozen physicists and computer scientists gathered for a three-day meeting. The assembled brainpower was formidable: One attendee, Caltech’s Richard Feynman, was already a Nobel laureate and would earn a widespread reputation for genius when his 1985 memoir “Surely You’re Joking, Mr. Feynman!”: Adventures of a Curious Character became a bestseller. Numerous others, such as Paul Benioff, Arthur Burks, Freeman Dyson, Edward Fredkin, Rolf Landauer, John Wheeler, and Konrad Zuse, were among the most accomplished figures in their respective research areas.Read Full Story Continue reading at 'Fast Company'
[ Fast Company | 2021-05-07 08:00:30 UTC ]
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Quantum Mechanics is the science behind nuclear energy, smart phones, and particle collisions. Yet, almost a century after its discovery, there is still controversy over what the theory actually means. The problem is that its key element, the quantum-mechanical wave function describing atoms and... Continue reading at Literrary Hub
[ Literrary Hub | 2023-02-10 09:52:54 UTC ]
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Despite modest attendance, the first in-person LibLearnX in many ways delivered exactly what ALA membership asked for when the association began rethinking the now defunct ALA Midwinter Meeting—fewer meetings, more educational offerings and learning opportunities, and more time to connect with... Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-02-03 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Musicians and studios put loads of time and money into special edition commemorative releases, most of which will never be experienced by listeners. From The Velvet Underground to Joni Mitchell, it seems everyone is rolling out a special edition box set these days. Just look at the last few... Continue reading at Fast Company
[ Fast Company | 2023-01-28 03:00:00 UTC ]
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Research and scholarly publishing again has a conference at London Book Fair, and 'Introduction to Rights' returns on the show's eve. The post London Book Fair Plans: Scholarly and Rights Conferences appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2023-01-20 14:09:40 UTC ]
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With the three-year anniversary of the pandemic’s official start date just around the corner, the global book industry—at least outside of Asia—has generally returned to business as usual, with tentpole events being held in person. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-12-30 05:00:00 UTC ]
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A spokesperson told the Associated Press that the list will go on "hiatus for the remainder of the year.” Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-12-13 05:00:00 UTC ]
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92ND STREET Y Give your special event the extraordinary and versatile venue it deserves at 92nd Street Y. Year after year, people in the know come to 92nd Street Y to host corporate conferences, meetings, film screenings, award shows, private parties, graduations, photo shoots and more. After... Continue reading at Crains New York
[ Crains New York | 2022-12-05 10:00:00 UTC ]
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Brina will appear in conversation with Elizabeth Joseph of New Rochelle Public Library. The live stream is set for Tuesday, December 6th at 1 p.m. ET. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-12-02 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Google’s interactive Doodle today celebrates the life and accomplishments of video game pioneer Gerald “Jerry” Lawson on what would have been his 82nd birthday. The Doodle lets you play five retro pixel-art platformers in your browser — with two even letting you play as Lawson. The Doodles’... Continue reading at Engadget
[ Engadget | 2022-12-01 18:15:43 UTC ]
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"A Dangerous Business," the latest novel by Pulitzer Prize winner Jane Smiley, follows a brothel worker in Monterey investigating disappearances. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times
[ Los Angeles Times | 2022-11-30 14:30:40 UTC ]
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For Cyber Monday, a ton of Dungeons and Dragons hardcover rulebooks are on sale for about 60% off, from the basics to the more advanced. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2022-11-28 20:52:33 UTC ]
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Sharjah's Guest of Honor Italy, digital publishing in the Arab world and more open the 2022 Publishers Conference professional program. The post At Sharjah’s Conference: ‘Let’s Not Leave Anyone Behind’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-10-31 02:43:28 UTC ]
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Lo will appear in conversation with Cristina Mitra of the San Francisco Public Library. The live stream is set for Tuesday, November 1, at 1 p.m ET. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-10-28 04:00:00 UTC ]
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'You have to be what you want to be,' Scholastic's Peter Warwick tells the new Frankfurt Kids program. The post Frankfurter Buchmesse Stages Its Debut ‘Frankfurt Kids’ Conference appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-10-20 03:56:50 UTC ]
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The 2022 Frankfurter Buchmesse is opened with heartfelt pleasure in a return to Frankfurt — and candid alarm about coming challenges. The post Frankfurt’s News Conference: A ‘Necessary Understanding’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-10-18 22:15:47 UTC ]
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In addition to launching a fiction line, Chalice Press is expanding the number of titles being published on social justice, progressive Christianity, and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-10-12 04:00:00 UTC ]
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What historical patterns have influenced the need for diverse teachers today? The author of a recent book addresses myths and solutions. Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor
[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2022-09-12 20:54:48 UTC ]
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Wang is set to appear in conversation with Crystal Chen of the New York Public Library. The live stream is set for Tuesday, September 6 at 1 PM ET. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-08-29 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Earlier this week, I was having a perfectly normal dinner with some friends who were in town, and I can’t remember how we got on this topic, but we ended up spending a good 30 minutes trying to track down the name of a middle grade/young adult book from our youth. One friend in particular […] Continue reading at Literrary Hub
[ Literrary Hub | 2022-08-17 19:26:23 UTC ]
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Newspaper publisher Gannett Co. confirmed Friday that it’s laying off some of its newsroom staff as part of a cost-cutting effort to lower its expenses as its revenue crumbles amid a downturn in ad sales and customer subscriptions Continue reading at ABC News
[ ABC News | 2022-08-12 21:45:49 UTC ]
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