{"title":"Peter Coveney","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of Peter Coveney, a distinguished author celebrated for his insightful contributions to the fields of Science and Nature. With an impressive academic background and a keen interest in the evolution of computational techniques, Coveney’s books serve as a gateway to understanding complex scientific ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his notable book, \u003cem\u003eVirtual You\u003c\/em\u003e, Coveney explores the fascinating world of personalised medicine through computational science, offering readers a glimpse into the future where virtual copies of individuals may transform healthcare. This thought-provoking book merges rigorous science with accessible explanations, making it a must-read for anyone interested in how technology can revolutionise the understanding and treatment of human health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach of Peter Coveney's works reflects his commitment to making the intricate world of high-performance computing and its application to real-world scenarios understandable to a broad audience. His ability to distil complex topics into engaging narratives makes his books both educational and captivating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a science enthusiast, a student, or simply curious about the rapid advancements in technology and their implications, Peter Coveney’s books offer invaluable insights and a unique perspective on the dynamic interplay between computation and life.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"virtual-you-by-roger-highfield-9780691223278","title":"Virtual You","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe visionary science behind the digital human twins that will enhance our health and our future\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVirtual You\u003c\/em\u003e is a panoramic account of efforts by scientists around the world to build digital twins of human beings, from cells and tissues to organs and whole bodies. 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Along the way, they take you on a fantastic voyage through the complexity of the human body, describing the latest scientific and technological advances - from multiscale modelling to extraordinary new forms of computing - that will make ‘virtual you’ a reality, while also considering the ethical questions inherent to realising truly predictive medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith an incisive foreword by Nobel Prize winning biologist Venki Ramakrishnan, \u003cem\u003eVirtual You\u003c\/em\u003e is science at its most astounding, showing how our virtual twins and even whole populations of virtual humans promise to transform our health and our lives in the coming decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46855432274156,"sku":"9780691223278","price":115.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780691223278.jpg?v=1759268154"},{"product_id":"virtual-you-by-peter-coveney-9780691223421","title":"Virtual You","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVirtual You\u003c\/i\u003e is a panoramic account of efforts by scientists around the world to build digital twins of human beings, from cells and tissues to organs and whole bodies. 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