| Astronomy and Astrophysics in the New Millennium Contributor(s): National Research Council (Author), Commission on Physical Sciences Mathemat (Author), Space Studies Board (Author) |
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ISBN: 0309070317 ISBN-13: 9780309070317 Publisher: National Academies Press OUR PRICE: $45.60 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 2001 Annotation: Humanity has always looked at the heavens in fascination, but we now have the tools to make precise observations. We have begun to seek answers to profound questions about the universe through specific missions, programs, and expenditures. How should we continue this quest? In this new book a distinguished panel makes recommendations for the nation's programs in astronomy and astrophysics, including a number of new initiatives for observing the universe. With the goal of optimum value, the recommendations address the role of federal research agencies, allocation of funding, training for scientists, competition and collaboration among space facilities, and much more. The book goes on to identify the most pressing science questions and explains how specific efforts, from the next generation space telescope to theoretical studies, will help reveal the answers. Astronomy has significant impact on science in general as well as on public imagination. The committee discusses how to integrate astronomical discoveries into our education system and our national life. With a bold vision of the future and a practical plan for implementation, this book will be of interest to a wide array of readers. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Astronomy - Science | Physics - Astrophysics - Science | Physics - General |
| Dewey: 520 |
| LCCN: 00112257 |
| Physical Information: 0.62" H x 7" W x 9.98" (1.49 lbs) 270 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In this new book, a distinguished panel makes recommendations for the nation's programs in astronomy and astrophysics, including a number of new initiatives for observing the universe. With the goal of optimum value, the recommendations address the role of federal research agencies, allocation of funding, training for scientists, competition and collaboration among space facilities, and much more. The book identifies the most pressing science questions and explains how specific efforts, from the Next Generation Space Telescope to theoretical studies, will help reveal the answers. Discussions of how emerging information technologies can help scientists make sense of the wealth of data available are also included. Astronomy has significant impact on science in general as well as on public imagination. The committee discusses how to integrate astronomical discoveries into our education system and our national life. In preparing the New Millennium report, the AASC made use of a series of panel reportsthat address various aspects of ground- and space-based astronomy and astrophysics. These reports provide in-depth technical detail. Astronomy and Astrophysics in the New Millenium: An Overview summarizes the science goals and recommended initiatives in a short, richly illustrated, non-technical booklet. |