Author: D Beysens
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814548812
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
The meetings 'At the Frontier of Physics and Biology' are by now regularly organized workshops in Les Houches, France. They provide a truly interdisciplinary forum for physicists and biologists working on similar problems, but using perhaps fundamentally different tools and approaches. The first workshop took place in 1991 under the title 'Dynamical Phenomena at Interfaces, Surfaces and Membranes'. This volume contains the material of the second workshop, which brought together geneticists and developmental biologists with physicists, all studying the development of biological form.
Interplay Of Genetic And Physical Processes In The Development Of Biological Form - At The Frontier Of Physics And Biology
Author: D Beysens
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814548812
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
The meetings 'At the Frontier of Physics and Biology' are by now regularly organized workshops in Les Houches, France. They provide a truly interdisciplinary forum for physicists and biologists working on similar problems, but using perhaps fundamentally different tools and approaches. The first workshop took place in 1991 under the title 'Dynamical Phenomena at Interfaces, Surfaces and Membranes'. This volume contains the material of the second workshop, which brought together geneticists and developmental biologists with physicists, all studying the development of biological form.
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814548812
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
The meetings 'At the Frontier of Physics and Biology' are by now regularly organized workshops in Les Houches, France. They provide a truly interdisciplinary forum for physicists and biologists working on similar problems, but using perhaps fundamentally different tools and approaches. The first workshop took place in 1991 under the title 'Dynamical Phenomena at Interfaces, Surfaces and Membranes'. This volume contains the material of the second workshop, which brought together geneticists and developmental biologists with physicists, all studying the development of biological form.
Proceedings of the Workshop Interplay of Genetic and Physical Processes in the Development of Biological Form
Author: D. Beysens
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9789810223748
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9789810223748
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Directory of Published Proceedings
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Category : Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
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Category : Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
Proceedings of the Workshop Interplay of Genetic and Physical Processes in the Development of Biological Form at the Frontier of Physics and Biology
Author: D. Beysens
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789814532365
Category : SCIENCE
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789814532365
Category : SCIENCE
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
Research at the Intersection of the Physical and Life Sciences
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309147514
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Traditionally, the natural sciences have been divided into two branches: the biological sciences and the physical sciences. Today, an increasing number of scientists are addressing problems lying at the intersection of the two. These problems are most often biological in nature, but examining them through the lens of the physical sciences can yield exciting results and opportunities. For example, one area producing effective cross-discipline research opportunities centers on the dynamics of systems. Equilibrium, multistability, and stochastic behavior-concepts familiar to physicists and chemists-are now being used to tackle issues associated with living systems such as adaptation, feedback, and emergent behavior. Research at the Intersection of the Physical and Life Sciences discusses how some of the most important scientific and societal challenges can be addressed, at least in part, by collaborative research that lies at the intersection of traditional disciplines, including biology, chemistry, and physics. This book describes how some of the mysteries of the biological world are being addressed using tools and techniques developed in the physical sciences, and identifies five areas of potentially transformative research. Work in these areas would have significant impact in both research and society at large by expanding our understanding of the physical world and by revealing new opportunities for advancing public health, technology, and stewardship of the environment. This book recommends several ways to accelerate such cross-discipline research. Many of these recommendations are directed toward those administering the faculties and resources of our great research institutions-and the stewards of our research funders, making this book an excellent resource for academic and research institutions, scientists, universities, and federal and private funding agencies.
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309147514
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Traditionally, the natural sciences have been divided into two branches: the biological sciences and the physical sciences. Today, an increasing number of scientists are addressing problems lying at the intersection of the two. These problems are most often biological in nature, but examining them through the lens of the physical sciences can yield exciting results and opportunities. For example, one area producing effective cross-discipline research opportunities centers on the dynamics of systems. Equilibrium, multistability, and stochastic behavior-concepts familiar to physicists and chemists-are now being used to tackle issues associated with living systems such as adaptation, feedback, and emergent behavior. Research at the Intersection of the Physical and Life Sciences discusses how some of the most important scientific and societal challenges can be addressed, at least in part, by collaborative research that lies at the intersection of traditional disciplines, including biology, chemistry, and physics. This book describes how some of the mysteries of the biological world are being addressed using tools and techniques developed in the physical sciences, and identifies five areas of potentially transformative research. Work in these areas would have significant impact in both research and society at large by expanding our understanding of the physical world and by revealing new opportunities for advancing public health, technology, and stewardship of the environment. This book recommends several ways to accelerate such cross-discipline research. Many of these recommendations are directed toward those administering the faculties and resources of our great research institutions-and the stewards of our research funders, making this book an excellent resource for academic and research institutions, scientists, universities, and federal and private funding agencies.
Whitaker's Books in Print
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Category : Bibliography, National
Languages : en
Pages : 2954
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Category : Bibliography, National
Languages : en
Pages : 2954
Book Description
Physics in a New Era
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309073421
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 203
Book Description
Physics at the beginning of the twenty-first century has reached new levels of accomplishment and impact in a society and nation that are changing rapidly. Accomplishments have led us into the information age and fueled broad technological and economic development. The pace of discovery is quickening and stronger links with other fields such as the biological sciences are being developed. The intellectual reach has never been greater, and the questions being asked are more ambitious than ever before. Physics in a New Era is the final report of the NRC's six-volume decadal physics survey. The book reviews the frontiers of physics research, examines the role of physics in our society, and makes recommendations designed to strengthen physics and its ability to serve important needs such as national security, the economy, information technology, and education.
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309073421
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 203
Book Description
Physics at the beginning of the twenty-first century has reached new levels of accomplishment and impact in a society and nation that are changing rapidly. Accomplishments have led us into the information age and fueled broad technological and economic development. The pace of discovery is quickening and stronger links with other fields such as the biological sciences are being developed. The intellectual reach has never been greater, and the questions being asked are more ambitious than ever before. Physics in a New Era is the final report of the NRC's six-volume decadal physics survey. The book reviews the frontiers of physics research, examines the role of physics in our society, and makes recommendations designed to strengthen physics and its ability to serve important needs such as national security, the economy, information technology, and education.
Catalyzing Inquiry at the Interface of Computing and Biology
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 030909612X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 469
Book Description
Advances in computer science and technology and in biology over the last several years have opened up the possibility for computing to help answer fundamental questions in biology and for biology to help with new approaches to computing. Making the most of the research opportunities at the interface of computing and biology requires the active participation of people from both fields. While past attempts have been made in this direction, circumstances today appear to be much more favorable for progress. To help take advantage of these opportunities, this study was requested of the NRC by the National Science Foundation, the Department of Defense, the National Institutes of Health, and the Department of Energy. The report provides the basis for establishing cross-disciplinary collaboration between biology and computing including an analysis of potential impediments and strategies for overcoming them. The report also presents a wealth of examples that should encourage students in the biological sciences to look for ways to enable them to be more effective users of computing in their studies.
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 030909612X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 469
Book Description
Advances in computer science and technology and in biology over the last several years have opened up the possibility for computing to help answer fundamental questions in biology and for biology to help with new approaches to computing. Making the most of the research opportunities at the interface of computing and biology requires the active participation of people from both fields. While past attempts have been made in this direction, circumstances today appear to be much more favorable for progress. To help take advantage of these opportunities, this study was requested of the NRC by the National Science Foundation, the Department of Defense, the National Institutes of Health, and the Department of Energy. The report provides the basis for establishing cross-disciplinary collaboration between biology and computing including an analysis of potential impediments and strategies for overcoming them. The report also presents a wealth of examples that should encourage students in the biological sciences to look for ways to enable them to be more effective users of computing in their studies.
Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
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Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists is the premier public resource on scientific and technological developments that impact global security. Founded by Manhattan Project Scientists, the Bulletin's iconic "Doomsday Clock" stimulates solutions for a safer world.
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Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists is the premier public resource on scientific and technological developments that impact global security. Founded by Manhattan Project Scientists, the Bulletin's iconic "Doomsday Clock" stimulates solutions for a safer world.
Steps to an Ecology of Mind
Author: Gregory Bateson
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 9780226039053
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 572
Book Description
Gregory Bateson was a philosopher, anthropologist, photographer, naturalist, and poet, as well as the husband and collaborator of Margaret Mead. This classic anthology of his major work includes a new Foreword by his daughter, Mary Katherine Bateson. 5 line drawings.
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 9780226039053
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 572
Book Description
Gregory Bateson was a philosopher, anthropologist, photographer, naturalist, and poet, as well as the husband and collaborator of Margaret Mead. This classic anthology of his major work includes a new Foreword by his daughter, Mary Katherine Bateson. 5 line drawings.