Books in the Royal Society Series On Advances In Science series

Outlines a selection of advances made worldwide in the field of modern engineering at the nanometer scale. This work covers topics that include: the fabrication and measurement of nanoelectronic devices, organic conductors, and bioelectronic materials; the assembly of such structures into appropriate configurations; and more.

Outlines the developments and research directions being made world-wide in earth sciences. This book explains how methodologies such as satellite remote sensing and supercomputing simulations are changing research in earth sciences; how the earth system is being viewed in a holistic way, linking the atmosphere, ocean and solid earth; and more.

Gives a general overview of research advances in various areas within the field of Astronomy. Drawing from the scientific journal "Royal Society's Philosophical Transactions", this title includes topics, such as the Big Bang creation of the universe, the formation and evolution of the stars and galaxies, cold dark matter, and more.

Outlines the developments and research directions being made world-wide in earth sciences. This book explains how methodologies such as satellite remote sensing and supercomputing simulations are changing research in earth sciences; how the earth system is being viewed in a holistic way, linking the atmosphere, ocean and solid earth; and more.