In 1992 the fastest object known to mankind hit the Earth's atmosphere at a speed within a billion-trillionth of one percent of the speed of light, carrying an energy far above that of the most powerful particle accelerator ever built. That object was a cosmic ray.Over 100 cosmic ray particles pass through our bodies every second. Some of these have enormous energies, far above those accessible using man-made particle accelerators. Many of them have traveled millions of light years across the Universe, and they bring with them clues about exotic astronomical systems like neutron stars,...
In 1992 the fastest object known to mankind hit the Earth's atmosphere at a speed within a billion-trillionth of one percent of the speed of light, ca...
This volume describes and evaluates the major current research developments in the ocean sciences. Topics include advances in measuring ocean phenomena from space, DEGREESIin situ DEGREESR instruments, and the development of fully integrated observing systems that allow investigators to take environmental snapshots of areas that must be monitored in order to protect property and save lives. The authors emphasize that today's successful oceanographic programs rely on multidisciplinary, integrated, and task-organized teams of varying professionals, marine technicians, and...
This volume describes and evaluates the major current research developments in the ocean sciences. Topics include advances in measuring ocean pheno...
Some daring explorers like to study distant frontiers by venturing out into them, but others prefer to study them by bringing them, or representative samples, a little closer to the lab. Both options are pursued in the fields of space and astronomy.
Space exploration and astronomy are intricately linked and are examined in-depth in this guide. Dedicated to the scientists who explore the frontiers of space and astronomy and the results of their unfamiliar findings each chapter in Space and Astronomy explores one of the frontiers of this science. The development of technology, such as...
Some daring explorers like to study distant frontiers by venturing out into them, but others prefer to study them by bringing them, or representative ...
Physical Sciences describes the evolution of ideas as well as the problems that arise and various methods of solving them. Requiring no special mathematical knowledge to understand the material, this volume is devoted to the researchers who expand the frontiers of physics and often uncover phenomenon that contradict prevailing wisdom. Reports published in journals, presented in conferences, and issued in news releases are also featured in this insightful book.
Physical Sciences describes the evolution of ideas as well as the problems that arise and various methods of solving them. Requiring no special mathem...
Marine Sciences details the explorers and scientists who expand the frontiers of marine science often finding things they do not expect. This comprehensive resource includes the study of the geology of the sea floor, the chemical and physical properties of the water, and the life that teems in and around it. It also discusses a selection of various reports, offering students insightful information on the methods and applications of oceanography. Chapters include: -The Ocean Depths Exploring the Seabed -Mid-Ocean Ridge The Largest Single Volcanic Feature on the Planet -Creatures of the Deep...
Marine Sciences details the explorers and scientists who expand the frontiers of marine science often finding things they do not expect. This comprehe...
Earth Sciences examines the explorers and scientists who venture into the unknown frontiers of this scientific field and the unexpected things they often uncover. Describing the evolution of main topics in Earth sciences, this book explains the problems researchers are currently investigating as well as the methods they have developed to solve them. Chapters include: -Exploring Earth's Depths -Origin and Variability of Earth's Magnetic Field -Volcanoes and Hotspots -Geothermal Energy A Furnace Beneath the Soil -Water Management Conserving an Essential Resource -Predicting Earthquakes.
Earth Sciences examines the explorers and scientists who venture into the unknown frontiers of this scientific field and the unexpected things they of...
No one is certain how much more powerful and possibly intelligent computers will become in the 21st century. Exploring six prominent topics in computer science research, this title describes how computer scientists conduct research and attempt to formulate answers to important questions. Research published in journals, presented at conferences, and described in news releases supplies plenty of examples of scientific problems and how researchers attempt to solve them. Chapters include: -Advanced Computers -Artificial Neural Networks Computing with Brainy Technology -Computational Complexity...
No one is certain how much more powerful and possibly intelligent computers will become in the 21st century. Exploring six prominent topics in compute...
Biological Sciences focuses on the scientists who explore the frontiers of this complex topic and their unexpected results. This book examines the journals and reports in this field, offering students insight into the methods and applications of biology. Chapters include: -Brain Imaging: Searching for Sites of Perception and Consciousness -The Human Genome in Health and Disease -Protein Structure and Function -Biodiversity The Complexity of Life -The Biology and Evolution of Viruses -Regeneration Healing by Regrowing.
Biological Sciences focuses on the scientists who explore the frontiers of this complex topic and their unexpected results. This book examines the jou...
