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Advances in Geophysics

  • 1st Edition, Volume 55 - November 25, 2014
  • Latest edition
  • Editor: Renata Dmowska
  • Language: English

The critically acclaimed serialized review journal for over 50 years, Advances in Geophysics is a highly respected publication in the field of geophysics. Since 1952, each volume… Read more

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Description

The critically acclaimed serialized review journal for over 50 years, Advances in Geophysics is a highly respected publication in the field of geophysics. Since 1952, each volume has been eagerly awaited, frequently consulted, and praised by researchers and reviewers alike. Now in its 55th volume, it contains much material still relevant today--truly an essential publication for researchers in all fields of geophysics.

Key features

  • Contributions from leading authorities
  • Informs and updates on all the latest developments in the field

Readership

Graduate students, scientists and engineers of geophysics, physics, acoustics, civil engineering, environmental sciences, geology and planetary sciences

Table of contents

Chapter One. Seismic Tomography and the Assessment of Uncertainty

  • 1. Introduction
  • 2. Nonuniqueness in Seismic Tomography
  • 3. Practical Assessment Methods
  • 4. Case Studies
  • 5. Concluding Remarks

Chapter Two. El Niño/Southern Oscillation and Selected Environmental Consequences

  • 1. Introduction
  • 2. Fundamentals of El NiÑo/Southern Oscillation
  • 3. What Triggers El NiÑo/Southern Oscillation?
  • 4. El NiÑo/Southern Oscillation in the Past
  • 5. El NiÑo/Southern Oscillation versus Selected Geophysical Processes and Their Predictions
  • 6. Concluding Remarks

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Volume: 55
  • Published: November 25, 2014
  • Language: English

About the editor

RD

Renata Dmowska

Renata Dmowska works in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Harvard University in Cambridge, MA, USA.
Affiliations and expertise
School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, USA

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