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Planets to Cosmology: Essential Science in the Final Years of the Hubble Space Telescope: Proceedings of the Space Telescope Science Institu

Planets to Cosmology

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"Planets to Cosmology" by Mario Livio, Stefano Casertano is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

This book acknowledges the importance of identifying the most crucial science to be performed by the superb Hubble Telescope. With this goal in mind, the book presents a review of some of the most important open questions in astronomy. World experts examine topics ranging from extrasolar planets and star formation to supermassive black holes and the reionization of the universe. Special emphasis is placed on what astronomical observations should be carried out during the next few years to enable breakthroughs in our understanding of a complex and dynamic universe. In particular, the reviewers attempt to identify those topics to which the Hubble Space Telescope can uniquely contribute. The special emphasis on future research makes this book an essential resource for both professional researchers and graduate students in astronomy and astrophysics.

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Best For: Students and researchers interested in contemporary astronomical challenges and Hubble Telescope science
Focus: Key open questions in astronomy addressed through Hubble Telescope observations
Covers: Topics including extrasolar planets, star formation, supermassive black holes, and cosmic reionization
Why It Matters: Highlights critical scientific goals for the Hubble Telescope's final years, guiding future astronomical research

"Planets to Cosmology" by Mario Livio, Stefano Casertano is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: General Astronomy

Author: Mario Livio, Stefano Casertano

Who this is for:

  • Astronomy students
  • Researchers and advanced hobbyists
  • Readers exploring space science topics

Why this book matters: It matters because it helps readers build a stronger understanding of astronomy concepts, observations, and scientific ideas related to space.

This book acknowledges the importance of identifying the most crucial science to be performed by the superb Hubble Telescope. With this goal in mind, the book presents a review of some of the most important open questions in astronomy. World experts examine topics ranging from extrasolar planets and star formation to supermassive black holes and the reionization of the universe. Special emphasis is placed on what astronomical observations should be carried out during the next few years to enable breakthroughs in our understanding of a complex and dynamic universe. In particular, the reviewers attempt to identify those topics to which the Hubble Space Telescope can uniquely contribute. The special emphasis on future research makes this book an essential resource for both professional researchers and graduate students in astronomy and astrophysics.

AuthorMario Livio, Stefano Casertano
PublisherCambridge University Press
Published2011-11-24
ISBN-139780521182447
BindingPaperback
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsScience
TopicGeneral Astronomy
SeriesSpace Telescope Science Institute Symposium

Format: Paperback

Language: English

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