Oceans and Society
This book provides a comprehensive overview of the “Oceans and Society: Blue Planet” initiative, a global effort to coordinate ocean-observing programmes for societal benefit. Readers will learn how ocean observations are integrated and applied to benefit us all.
Bucharest is Europe’s most vulnerable capital to earthquakes. Distant seismic events cause major damage and loss of life in the city. This volume gathers research on their impact, covering all aspects of hazard and risk assessment, from source to disaster management solutions.
Volcano-Sedimentary Interactions in the Tadpatri Formation
This book unravels the interplay between volcanism and sedimentation in ancient India. Drawing on detailed fieldwork, it explores how volcanic activity shaped early crustal evolution, presenting a rare synthesis for geologists, researchers, and students of Earth’s ancient past.
Laser-induced Breakdown Spectroscopy
This book describes the application of laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) in the geosciences. Using a laser to analyze the chemical composition of rocks, soils, and water, LIBS is a powerful tool for on-site analysis, from handheld analyzers to microscale imaging.