A supplement to Salem Press's Careers In series, a career-focused series exploring the fields and occupations of physics, chemistry, and other sciences with an emphasis on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) occupations and outlooks, Contemporary Biographies in Healthcare is a collection of biographies of ""living leaders"" in the field of healthcare and allied health. Culled from the pages of Current Biography , the monthly magazine renowned for its unfailing accuracy, insightful selection and the wide scope of influence of its subjects, these up-to-date profiles draw...

A completely new reference from Salem Press, Applied Science covers major fields and technologies in all areas, from agriculture to computers to engineering to medical to space sciences. Engineering & Mathematics examines the fields and science of engineering, including Civil Engineering, Bridge Design, Cell & Tissue Engineering, Erosion Control, Architecture, Audio Engineering, Biomechanics, Plastics Engineering, Superconductivity, Urban Planning, Water Supply Systems, Hydroponics, Fractal Geometry and many more.

Written for students in high school or undergraduate programs, Careers in Environment & Conservation explores a variety of growing fields to help young adults gain a head start in learning about the many career opportunities available for those who want to pursue a career in environmental science or conservation. Careers in Environment and Conservation highlights 25 career paths in environment and conservation, including: Botanist Energy Conservation Technician Environmental Engineer Forestry Worker Geologist Soil Scientist Wind Energy Engineer Zoologist Individual chapters provide real-world...

NEW! A comprehensive, accessible resource covering all aspects of teen health, including Drugs & Addictions, Going Online, Sexual Health, Health Myths, Your Mind & Body, and so much more. This new title from Salem Health is a comprehensive guide for those experiencing puberty or those who want to learn more about the crucial development of adolescents from age 13 to 19. Teen Health provides over 600 essays on the most important topics surrounding teen health. Written by medical professionals, these easy-to-understand articles reach across nearly 20 categories of health related issues...

Offers in-depth analysis of a broad range of historical documents and historic events that shaped environmental and conservation issues throughout the American history. This text closely studies more than forty primary source documents to deliver a thorough examination of environmentally related events in the US from 1872 to 2015.

This new, 3-volume set offers comprehensive coverage of todays top athletes, in all sports around the world. Over 400 informative biographies are organized in major categories that include: Football; Baseball; Olympic Sports; Basketball; Golf B