Scientists, engineers, and medical professionals play a vital role in building the 21st- century science and technology enterprises that will create solutions and jobs critical to solving the large, c
'The National Research Council's Science and Technology for Sustainability Program hosted two workshops in 2011 addressing the sustainability challenges associated with food security for all. The firs
The field of political demography - the politics of population change - is dramatically underrepresented in political science. At a time when demographic changes - aging in the rich world, youth bulge
Features the science behind these destructive natural disasters and tells how societies around the world cope with their ferocity, covering such topics as the making of a monsoon, famous floods, and t
This report lays out strategies for designing a national medical and health care data system. It recommends a reformulation of the economic accounting of inputs and outputs, and the development of a d
This series of workshops is dedicated to advancing beyond the limits of conventional accelerator science and technology by employing new concepts and exploiting new technologies. These technologies in
"In 1998, the National Science Foundation (NSF) launched a program of Grants for Vertical Integration of Research and Education in the Mathematical Sciences (VIGRE). These grants were designed for ins
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ITER presents the United States and its international partners with the opportunity to explore new and exciting frontiers of plasma science while bringing the promise of fusion energy closer to realit
All U.S. agencies with counterterrorism programs that collect or "mine" personal data -- such as phone records or Web sites visited -- should be required to evaluate the programs' effectiveness, lawfu
Includes entries for a variety of novels, containing biographical data, summary, character descriptions, themes, historical and cultural context, critical overview, critical excerpts, and an original
This is the 60th issue of the "FAO Yearbook of Forest Products", a compilation of statistical data on basic forest products for all countries and territories of the world. It contain
Comprehensive and fully up-to-date, Webster’s New College Dictionary includes the latest vocabulary in science, technology, medicine, contemporary culture, and much more. The definitions are clear and
Fusing science and art, the magnificently detailed anatomical illustrations of da Vinci, Eustachius, Vesalius, Albinus, and da Cortona have provided unsurpassed appreciation and understanding of the h
Members of the Air Force Study Board developed the study statement of task in concert with the Air Force sponsor, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Science, Technology and Engineerin
With the third year completed, MAKE brings you Make: The Third Year Collector's Box Set, complete with volumes 09, 10, 11, and 12. Delve into Science on the Fringe, Home Electronics, Alternative Vehic
Over the past 50 years, thousands of satellites have been sent into space on missions to collect data about the Earth. Today, the ability to forecast weather, climate, and natural hazards depends crit
Includes entries for a variety of novels, containing biographical data, summary, character descriptions, themes, historical and cultural context, critical overview, critical excerpts, and an original
This 11th IARC Handbook of Cancer Prevention, and the first in a series focusing on Tobacco Control, presents a comprehensive review of the scientific literature, and a thorough evaluation, made by an
Coverage includes:Biomedical equipment techniciansDiagnostic medical sonographersGenetic counselorsHealth advocatesHealth care managersMedical and science writers and editorsNurse assistantsNursesPhy
Includes entries for a variety of novels, containing biographical data, summary, character descriptions, themes, historical and cultural context, critical overview, critical excerpts, and an original
Even though social science research has contributed greatly to society's ability to mitigate & adapt to natural & technological disasters, Hurricane Katrina, the Indian Ocean tsunami, & th
Includes entries for a variety of novels, containing biographical data, summary, character descriptions, themes, historical and cultural context, critical overview, critical excerpts, and an original
Prepare your students for ASE Certification with Glencoe Automotive Excellence Volume 2! All key technical skills are covered as Math, Science, and English/Language Arts skills are integrated to help
Published in partnership with the Association of School Business Officials International, this handbook provides 53 checklists for assessing a school's financial planning, business operations, adminis
This brand new manual provides thorough coverage of water membrane science, concepts, and theory. Chapters discuss membrane applications, testing of membrane systems, design concepts and operations,
Designed for quick reference, this portable handbook provides practical, step-by-step guidance on how to respond to over 170 emergency situations that can arise in every unit of a healthcare facility.
(National Institute of Medicine) Presents data which fulfills the six aims set forth in the 2001 report Crossing the Quality Chasm: A New Health System for the 21st Century, 1st edition. Assesses the
Prepare your students for timed tests from our largest collection of science, social studies, and literature selections Increase reading stamina. Build reading rate and fluency. Prepare students for s
This report of the National Research Council examines the possibilities and promises of increased interaction between the geospatial and computer science research communities for capitalizing on the i
A ten-volume overview of the twentieth century which explores what characterizes each decade as expressed through the arts, economy, education, government, politics, fashions, health, science, technol
A ten-volume overview of the twentieth century which explores what characterizes each decade as expressed through the arts, economy, education, government, politics, fashions, health, science, technol
An overview of the twentieth century explores what characterizes each decade as expressed through the arts, economy, education, government, politics, fashions, health, science, technology, and sports.
The publishers of the Physician's Desk Reference offer the ninth edition of the their consumer guide based on the vital doctor's reference, with authoritative data on more than one thousand medication
Last season we published Horn's Dictionary of Water, a universal lexicon, now we offer This Is Me, This Is You Horn's handbook of identity. Here in this uniquely bound twinned volume we have a book wi
A comprehensive management handbook for new managers covering all the skills they need for success -- Beats the nearest competition in coverage -- almost twice as much content for a lower price The b
This handbook is a comprehensive guide to the federal Endangered Species Act, the primary U.S. law aimed at protecting species of animals and plants from human threats to their survival. The Act prote
This study evaluates the evidence supporting the Environmental Protection Agency's current reference dose (RfD) for methylmercury (MeHg) with attention to new data not considered in the 1997 Mercury
