Python by Christopher Cheng
"This attractive and readable book is an excellent introduction to informational literature and to a fascinating creature." -- School Library JournalPython stirs and slithers out from her shelter, smelling the air with her forked tongue. It's time to molt her dull scales and reveal the glistening snake underneath. Gliding along a tree, the hungry python stalks her prey. Combining informative facts, expressive illustrations, and a lyrical, mesmerizing narrative, this book will captivate anyone fascinated by this iconic creature.
Dr. Christopher Cheng has worked in academic research and the medical device sector for over 20 years. His academic work has centered on hemodynamics and vascular structural mechanics, with a particular focus on illness studies and medical device interactions with the body. He has approximately 80 articles in journals, conferences, and book chapters to his credit. Dr. Cheng has worked in the medical device sector for both small and large companies, with experience in design, manufacturing, preclinical testing, clinical trials, and marketing. Dr. Cheng is currently the CEO of Koli, Inc., an early-stage medical device firm developing a catheter-based gallstone disease treatment.
Dr. Cheng is also an Adjunct Professor at Stanford University's Division of Vascular Surgery, where he directs the Vascular Intervention Biomechanics and Engineering (VIBE) lab. Dr. Cheng graduated from Duke University with a bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering and a master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering. He subsequently went on to get his Master's and Ph.D. degrees. Stanford University offers Biomechanics degrees.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780763687731 |
| ISBN 10 | 0763687731 |
| Title | Python |
| Author | Christopher Cheng |
| Series | Read And Wonder |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Candlewick Press,U.S. |
| Year published | 2016-02-23 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |