Author : Randi D. Rotjan
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 14,8 MB
Release : 2021-04-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 2889666824
Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 44,98 MB
Release : 2015-05-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 0309366917
Ocean science connects a global community of scientists in many disciplines - physics, chemistry, biology, geology and geophysics. New observational and computational technologies are transforming the ability of scientists to study the global ocean with a more integrated and dynamic approach. This enhanced understanding of the ocean is becoming ever more important in an economically and geopolitically connected world, and contributes vital information to policy and decision makers charged with addressing societal interests in the ocean. Science provides the knowledge necessary to realize the benefits and manage the risks of the ocean. Comprehensive understanding of the global ocean is fundamental to forecasting and managing risks from severe storms, adapting to the impacts of climate change, and managing ocean resources. In the United States, the National Science Foundation (NSF) is the primary funder of the basic research which underlies advances in our understanding of the ocean. Sea Change addresses the strategic investments necessary at NSF to ensure a robust ocean scientific enterprise over the next decade. This survey provides guidance from the ocean sciences community on research and facilities priorities for the coming decade and makes recommendations for funding priorities.
Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 44,21 MB
Release : 2000-01-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 0309172578
This book describes the development of ocean sciences over the past 50 years, highlighting the contributions of the National Science Foundation (NSF) to the field's progress. Many of the individuals who participated in the exciting discoveries in biological oceanography, chemical oceanography, physical oceanography, and marine geology and geophysics describe in the book how the discoveries were made possible by combinations of insightful individuals, new technology, and in some cases, serendipity. In addition to describing the advance of ocean science, the book examines the institutional structures and technology that made the advances possible and presents visions of the field's future. This book is the first-ever documentation of the history of NSF's Division of Ocean Sciences, how the structure of the division evolved to its present form, and the individuals who have been responsible for ocean sciences at NSF as "rotators" and career staff over the past 50 years.
Author :
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 4318 pages
File Size : 47,82 MB
Release : 2019-04-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 0128130822
The oceans cover 70% of the Earth’s surface, and are critical components of Earth’s climate system. This new edition of Encyclopedia of Ocean Sciences, Six Volume Set summarizes the breadth of knowledge about them, providing revised, up to date entries as well coverage of new topics in the field. New and expanded sections include microbial ecology, high latitude systems and the cryosphere, climate and climate change, hydrothermal and cold seep systems. The structure of the work provides a modern presentation of the field, reflecting the input and different perspective of chemical, physical and biological oceanography, the specialized area of expertise of each of the three Editors-in-Chief. In this framework maximum attention has been devoted to making this an organic and unified reference. Represents a one-stop. organic information resource on the breadth of ocean science research Reflects the input and different perspective of chemical, physical and biological oceanography, the specialized area of expertise of each of the three Editors-in-Chief New and expanded sections include microbial ecology, high latitude systems and climate change Provides scientifically reliable information at a foundational level, making this work a resource for students as well as active researches
Author : Malcolm R. Clark
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 37,38 MB
Release : 2016-03-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1118332555
The deep sea covers over 60% of the surface of the earth, yet less than 1% has been scientifically investigated. There is growing pressure on deep-sea resources and on researchers to deliver information on biodiversity and the effects of human impacts on deep-sea ecosystems. Although scientific knowledge has increased rapidly in recent decades, there exist large gaps in global sampling coverage of the deep sea, and major efforts continue to be directed into offshore research. Biological Sampling in the Deep Sea represents the first comprehensive compilation of deep-sea sampling methodologies for a range of habitats. It reviews the real life applications of current, and in some instances developing, deep-sea sampling tools and techniques. In creating this book the authors have been able to draw upon the experiences of those at the coal face of deep-sea sampling, expanding on the existing methodological texts whilst encompassing a level of technical detail often omitted from journal publications. Ultimately the book will promote international consistency in sampling approaches and data collection, advance the integration of information into global databases, and facilitate improved data analyses and consequently uptake of science results for the management and conservation of the deep-sea environment. The book will appeal to a range of readers, including students, early-career through to seasoned researchers, as well as environmental managers and policy makers wishing to understand how the deep-sea is sampled, the challenges associated with deep survey work, and the type of information that can be obtained.
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 1326 pages
File Size : 14,6 MB
Release : 1972
Category : Marine biology
ISBN :
Author : Charles B. Miller
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 427 pages
File Size : 37,94 MB
Release : 2009-04-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 1444311123
This modern textbook of biological oceanography is aimed atstudents taking oceanography, marine biology and marine sciencescourses. It covers recent developments such as the moleculartechniques (including sequence data) that have allowed are-examination of the ocean's microbial ecology and the role of thevarious trophic groups in biogeochemical cycling, carbon flow andclimate control. Major topics covered include phytoplankton bloom, microbialfood web, marine biogeography, global climate change and anoverview of fisheries oceanography. Difficult concepts are explained in a straightforward manner,making this book accessible to undergraduates, graduates andresearchers alike. Features a chapter on important numerical models which havebecome indispensable in biological oceanography. Further details of key terms and important topics arehighlighted in boxes Models, formulas, methodologies, and techniques are describedand explained throughout. An Instructor manual CD-ROM for this title is available. Pleasecontact our Higher Education team at ahref="mailto:[email protected]"[email protected]/afor more information.
Author :
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 20,2 MB
Release : 1965-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080870376
The Mineral Resources of the Sea
Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 23,69 MB
Release : 2003-11-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 0309166802
In the summer of 1803, Thomas Jefferson sent Meriwether Lewis and William Clark on a journey to establish an American presence in a land of unqualified natural resources and riches. Is it fitting that, on the 200th anniversary of that expedition, the United States, together with international partners, should embark on another journey of exploration in a vastly more extensive region of remarkable potential for discovery. Although the oceans cover more than 70 percent of our planet's surface, much of the ocean has been investigated in only a cursory sense, and many areas have not been investigated at all. Exploration of the Seas assesses the feasibility and potential value of implementing a major, coordinated, international program of ocean exploration and discovery. The study committee surveys national and international ocean programs and strategies for cooperation between governments, institutions, and ocean scientists and explorers, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and gaps in these activities. Based primarily on existing documents, the committee summarizes priority areas for ocean research and exploration and examines existing plans for advancing ocean exploration and knowledge.
Author : H. Huneke
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 865 pages
File Size : 17,50 MB
Release : 2011-02-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 0444530002
'Deep-Sea Sediments' focuses on the sedimentary processes operating within the various modern and ancient deep-sea environments. The chapters track the way of sedimentary particles from continental erosion or production in the marine realm, to transport into the deep sea, to final deposition on the sea floor.
