Best Science & Technology Books

“Peter is a former Stanford colleague and a brilliant philosopher of science. But this book is an extraordinary excursion into the philosophy of mind – a thorough exploration of a species in which intelligence arose completely independent of the evolutionary line that produced human intelligence... I have recommended this book to scores of people of all backgrounds, and without exception they find it accessible and deeply rewarding.”

“The sum of our knowledge as an Island in a vast and endless ocean... As we grow our understanding of the world, the Island grows and with it so does the shores of our ignorance. Gleiser writes, 'We strive toward knowledge, always more knowledge... but must understand that we are, and will remain, surrounded by mystery.' The book is a fascinating and wide-ranging tour through scientific history.”

“Perez examines how male bias often unintentionally creeps into the studies, systems, and algorithms used to collect data. She demonstrates how not factoring in women's needs, their different bodies, and social roles leads to not only negative outcomes for women, but negative second-order effects that impact the environment and economic development.”

“If you haven't already, read: Tripping Over the Truth... It is a great review of the history of Cancer. It concludes that the reason for the failed war against cancer stems from a flawed paradigm that categorizes cancer as an exclusively genetic disease and explores therapies born from the emerging metabolic theory of cancer.”

“This book is required reading for my entire leadership team. In The Fourth Industrial Revolution, Professor Klaus Schwab puts forth a thoughtful framework for leaders to meet the challenge of maximizing the benefits of the profound technological, social and economic transformation reshaping society.”