The Role of Astronomy in Society and Culture (IAU S260)
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"The Role of Astronomy in Society and Culture (IAU S260)" by David Valls-Gabaud, Alexander Boksenberg is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.
Astronomy has made enormous progress over the past decades and engages public and media interest as never before. IAU Symposium 260, held at the start of the IAU-UNESCO International Year of Astronomy 2009, addresses questions relevant to the role of astronomy in the modern world and its links to culture and society. The current volume brings together a wide range of experts and practitioners to share plans and experiences and to discuss ways in which astronomy might contribute to education, development, culture and the arts. Topics covered include: the historical framework; the social impact of astronomy; astronomy, the media and society; astronomy and the arts; public understanding of astronomy; the activities of amateur astronomers; and astronomy in the information age. This book is of value to practising scientists with an interest in the wider cultural aspects of their research, scientific policy makers and the general public.
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"The Role of Astronomy in Society and Culture (IAU S260)" by David Valls-Gabaud, Alexander Boksenberg is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.
Topic: General Astronomy
Author: David Valls-Gabaud, Alexander Boksenberg
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.
Astronomy has made enormous progress over the past decades and engages public and media interest as never before. IAU Symposium 260, held at the start of the IAU-UNESCO International Year of Astronomy 2009, addresses questions relevant to the role of astronomy in the modern world and its links to culture and society. The current volume brings together a wide range of experts and practitioners to share plans and experiences and to discuss ways in which astronomy might contribute to education, development, culture and the arts. Topics covered include: the historical framework; the social impact of astronomy; astronomy, the media and society; astronomy and the arts; public understanding of astronomy; the activities of amateur astronomers; and astronomy in the information age. This book is of value to practising scientists with an interest in the wider cultural aspects of their research, scientific policy makers and the general public.
| Author | David Valls-Gabaud, Alexander Boksenberg |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Published | 2011-07-21 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780521764773 |
| Binding | Hardcover |
| Pages | 816 |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Science |
| Topic | General Astronomy |
| Series | Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia |
Format: Hardcover
Length: 816 pages
Language: English
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