| Science Into Policy: Global Lessons from Antarctica Contributor(s): Berkman, Paul Arthur (Author) |
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ISBN: 012091560X ISBN-13: 9780120915606 Publisher: Academic Press OUR PRICE: $73.76 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2001 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Nature | Ecology - Science | Environmental Science (see Also Chemistry - Environmental) - Technology & Engineering | Environmental - General |
| Dewey: 919.890 |
| LCCN: 2001092779 |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 6.1" W x 9.1" (1.25 lbs) 252 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Arctic/Antarctic - Topical - Ecology |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Science into Policy: Global Lessons from Antarctica reveals a unique model for integrating Earth system science with environmental and resource policies to balance economic, governmental, and societal interests. Since the International Geophysical Year in 1957-1958, scientific investigation has fostered international cooperation and the rational use of Antarctica for peaceful purposes only. Beyond merely presenting information, this book integrates content and concepts in a manner that will appeal to individuals with interests in the natural and the social sciences. |