Books

Emily Richmond Pollock's book examines creative attempts to refashion postwar opera after Germany's 'Year Zero.'

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press publishes 'Conscience and Courage,' the remarkable life story of former Genzyme CEO and rare disease pioneer, Henri Termeer. Author John Hawkins has written a well-researched biography about Termeer's legacy -- how he built a global biotech giant, Genzyme, and mentored a new generation of business leaders who continue to relentlessly challenge conventional innovation models and bring new novel treatments to patients around the world.

Researchers from multiple disciplines shared their latest research findings in technology and ICT-driven open, collaborative and network-centred innovations. Discussions reveal lessons and strategies of how public and private firms in various sectors have implemented digital technologies for open innovation.

This book explains Trump and Xi and their policies in a fair manner and to bridge gaps of misunderstandings between the 2 sides. It gives deeper explanations of the Chinese and Trump mindsets that have often been overlooked. Through this book, readers can learn how -- despite the chaos and ugly disputes that have been sparked -- the two great nations could join hands to embark on peace and prosperity together for the betterment of our world.

Amidst ongoing trade tensions between North American and Chinese officials, acclaimed Asia analyst Wendy Dobson presents a compelling case for Canada to develop its own long-term China strategy in her latest book Living with China: A Middle Power Finds Its Way, from Rotman-UTP Publishing.

Fibromyalgia, a disorder that causes pain, fatigue, chronic headaches and a host of other symptoms, is often misunderstood by patients, families and health care providers. A new book from Mayo Clinic Press aims to change that.

Since ancient times, man has been aware of the health benefits of herbs and spices that are used to give flavour to cooked food. The health benefits are possible because of the presence of natural chemicals which have bioactive properties.

MIT Professor Daron Acemoglu's new book examines the battle between state and society, which occasionally produces liberal-democratic freedom.

Greta and Malala get the headlines, but for every young leader pictured on a magazine cover, thousands more are working tirelessly for causes like climate justice, racial and gender equality, LGBTQ rights, and economic change.

Women Leading Change in Academia: Breaking the Glass Ceiling, Cliff, and Slipper is the first comprehensive collection of perspectives of diverse women academic leaders. The book is intended for all women, allies and institutions committed to equitable conditions for women leaders to be maximally impactful.