The mathematical sciences are part of nearly all aspects of everyday life–the discipline has underpinned such beneficial modern capabilities as Internet search, medical imaging, computer animation, numerical weather predictions, and…

The availability of fresh water is potentially one of the most pervasive crises of the coming century. Water-related decisions will determine the future of major ecosystems, the health of regional…

The National Weather Service (NWS) is responsible for providing flood forecasts and warnings in the United States. The agency established the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Services (AHPS) program in 1997 to…

Determining the health risks to humans of exposure to toxic substances in the environment is made difficult by problems such as measuring the degree to which people have been exposed…

Presents a corporate-focused analysis that aims to bring clarity and practicality to the complex issues of environmental metrics in industry. This book examines the metrics implications to businesses as their…

Presented by an integrated committee of plant and animal scientists, this volume provides a review of molecular genetic techniques and traditional research methods. It discusses biosciences research in genetic engineering…

The Department of Defense (DOD) supports basic research to advance fundamental knowledge in fields important to national defense. To explore the concerns of several groups on the changing nature of…

Assesses the strengths and weaknesses of environmental research programs, describes the desirable characteristics of an effective program, and recommends cultural and organizational changes to improve the performance of environmental research.