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Books in Earth and planetary sciences

Elsevier's Earth and Planetary Sciences collection brings together pioneering research on the complexities of our planet and beyond. Covering topics from Earth's structural dynamics and ecosystems to planetary exploration, these titles support advancements in geoscience, environmental science, and space studies, offering essential insights for researchers, professionals, and students.

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    • Fossils and Earth Time

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Felix Gradstein + 3 more
      • English
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      Fossils and Earth Time: Evolution and Biostratigraphy presents an in-depth examination of both micro- and macrofossils, showcasing their evolution and biostratigraphy throughout the Phanerozoic Era. The book meticulously explores various fossil groups that have influenced Earth's history. It integrates paleontological data with geological context and biostratigraphic principles, elucidating the intricate relationship between fossil assemblages and Earth's dynamic past. This resource is invaluable for those studying geology, paleontology, or investigating the spatial and temporal distribution across Earth’s history.The book delves into the significance of fossils as vital biostratigraphic tools, enabling precise dating and correlation of sedimentary rocks across different regions and continents. It offers up-to-date information, making it an essential reference for researchers and professionals. The comprehensive coverage of fossil groups and their geological implications provides readers with a thorough understanding of Earth’s evolutionary timeline. Practical applications and case studies further enhance its utility for academia and industry alike.

    • Utilizing Earth Observation Data in Reaching Sustainable Development Goals

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Aqil Tariq + 2 more
      • English
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      Utilizing Earth Observation Data in Reaching Sustainable Development Goals explores the transformative potential of Earth observation data through case studies showcasing its pivotal role in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in developing regions. The book begins with a historical and theoretical overview of EO data missions, then shifts to actionable SDGs, highlighting successes, challenges, and lessons learned. This comprehensive work delves into the dynamic interplay between technology and sustainability. The book utilizes a consistent template for each chapter, exploring instances where satellite imagery, remote sensing, and geospatial analytics converge to provide actionable insights.It emphasizes both achievements and obstacles, offering practical solutions and strategies for effective implementation.

    • Data-Driven Earth Observation for Disaster Management

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Xiao Huang + 3 more
      • English
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      Data-Driven Earth Observation for Disaster Management: From Theory to Practical Applications delves into the critical role of Earth observation data and technologies in predicting, managing, and mitigating a spectrum of disasters. With a multidisciplinary approach encompassing geography and geospatial science, the book addresses the challenges of comprehending and managing disasters in our rapidly changing world. Offering solutions through insights into early detection, prediction, management, and prevention, it provides strategies for understanding the Earth surface changes brought about by these disasters and the application of Earth Observation technologies. The chapters follow a consistent format, featuring introductory summaries, key takeaways, and a focus on the role of Earth observation, enhancing both comprehensibility and searchability. It also includes case studies and practical applications of Earth observation technologies, providing context and demonstrating the tangible impact of the techniques covered. Data-Driven Earth Observation for Disaster Management: From Theory to Practical Applications provides readers in geospatial science and technology with understanding of the integration of Earth Observation data and technology with disaster management. These readers will gain a holistic understanding of how to use Earth observation data and techniques in studying different domains of disaster management.

    • Air Quality Monitoring and Management Using Sensors

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 9
      • December 1, 2025
      • Amit Awasthi + 4 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Air Quality Monitoring and Management Using Sensors, Volume Nine offers a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in air pollution monitoring technologies. With contributions from leading experts, the book discusses sensor innovations, data analysis, and practical applications. It addresses the needs and challenges of air pollution monitoring and management, highlighting recent progress in calibration and validation of sensors, and the use of portable and wearable devices for personal exposure monitoring and indoor air quality assessment.Sections explore remote sensing techniques, smart sensor networks integration, IoT applications, and advanced data analysis tools for tackling air pollution. It covers sensor applications for detecting pollutants such as nitrogen oxide, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter. Additionally, it examines emission control technologies and the development of detection systems for various pollutants, including sulfur oxide and nitrogen oxide. Future trends and successful case studies showcase the implementation of these sensors in environmental monitoring and remediation efforts.Members of the Royal Meteorological Society are eligible for a 35% discount on all Developments in Weather and Climate Science series titles. See the RMetS member dashboard for the discount code.

    • Membrane Technology for Water Purification

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Sabu Thomas + 4 more
      • English
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      Membrane Technology for Water Purification contains real-life applications and methods to facilitate deep understanding of the use of membrane technologies in water purification. The book is a comprehensive guide arranged in three parts to enable both students and researchers to learn about the most recent updates in materials science to clean up water pollutants. Membrane systems are finding increasing application worldwide in purification and the editors are lead experts in the field.

    • Satellite Remote Sensing for Forest and Environmental Monitoring

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Pablo Rodríguez Gonzálvez + 2 more
      • English
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      Satellite Remote Sensing for Forest and Environmental Monitoring provides a thorough examination of the applications and methods of satellite remote sensing for analyzing and managing forest environments. From forest height mapping to biodiversity modeling, the book explores a variety of Earth observation applications across cutting-edge sensors and platforms. The book addresses the ability of satelitte technologies to observe and analyse ecological functions, conditions, and socioeconomic benefits for sustainable nature protection in the face of anthropogenic change, offering practical tools and strategies for large-scale forest inventories, fire risk assessment, and freshwater management. Satellite Remote Sensing for Forest and Environmental Monitoring offers postgraduates, researchers, and academics in remote sensing and geospatial technologies, particularly those focusing on forestry applications and related disciplines insights into environmental changes, land use patterns, vegetation mapping, and climate indicators.

    • Climate and Natural Hazard Risks

      • 1st Edition
      • November 28, 2025
      • Peter Sammonds + 2 more
      • English
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      Climate and Natural Hazard Risks is an in-depth examination of the physical, environmental, economic, and social impacts of climate change and natural hazards on vulnerable populations in different regions around the world. The authors open with the simple question “What is risk?,” taking a detailed look at historical and global trends and risk frameworks as they relate to the Earth system and climate change. The authors then examine the drivers of social and physical vulnerability. From there, the chapters systematically review different hazards and their implications for risk (hurricanes, cyclones, flooding, extreme temperatures, food insecurity, earthquakes, tsunamis). The authors then delve into the latest methods and research for multihazard risk assessment. The book closes with challenging explorations of resilience, and environmental and social transitions for climate change. Students, practitioners and policy-makers working across climate science, hazard risk assessment, disaster management and humanitarian response will find this instructive and thought-provoking text essential reading.

    • Application of Geosynthetics in Waste Containment

      • 1st Edition
      • November 28, 2025
      • Haijian Xie + 2 more
      • English
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      Application of Geosynthetics in Waste Containment: Long-Term Performance of Geosynthetics in Engineering Barrier Systems explains the transport mechanism and influencing factors of pollutants in geosynthetics. The book offers readers a better understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of geosynthetics and provides a theoretical basis for the development of new geosynthetic materials. It begins by examining the types, current applications, and development trends of commonly used geosynthetic materials in the fields of waste containment and environmental protection. The fundamental characteristics of geosynthetic materials and their roles in environmental protection are also introduced.Subsequen... it focuses on material durability and introduces new materials which are crucial considerations in environmental applications. Furthermore, the book provides detailed explanations of the application of geosynthetic materials in waste containment, drainage and filtration layers, cover systems, bottom liners, and vertical cut-off walls within engineering barriers.

    • Water Scarcity Management

      • 1st Edition
      • November 28, 2025
      • Omid Rahmati + 2 more
      • English
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      Drought and the condition of water scarcity lead to several socio-economic, social and environmental impacts. Whatever the approaches of drought management, policymakers and planners require novel methods to analyze data and model drought processes and its connection with water scarcity. In recent years, artificial intelligence-based and earth observation approaches have been progressively developed and applied in domain of water-related disasters. The target of this book is to present new advances and achievements in the fields of drought monitoring, analyzing, and modeling using artificial intelligence algorithms (e.g., machine learning, deep learning, etc.), statistical indices, and a diverse range of satellite remote sensing and geo-spatial data sets. Water Scarcity Management: Towards the Application of Artificial Intelligence and Earth Observation Data will help students gain knowledge on drought prediction using new free-access earth observation data and machine learning models. It will also guide scientists, researchers, and urban planners with the monitoring of water resources and key elements of hydrological cycle.

    • Introduction to Mining Geostatistics

      • 1st Edition
      • November 28, 2025
      • Konstantinos Modis + 1 more
      • English
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      Introduction to Mining Geostatistics: Intuitive Applications with Excel and R is a practical and accessible guide to geostatistical techniques in mineral exploration, with a strong focus on reserves estimation. Designed for students, researchers, and industry professionals, this book blends fundamental concepts of theory with hands-on applications, using Excel and R to simplify complex analyses.Key topics include:Essential Statistical Foundations – Master core data analysis techniques for ore reserves estimation.Sampling Strategies & Error Analysis – Minimize uncertainty and improve data reliability.Spatial Analysis & Kriging – Use variograms, covariance functions, and Kriging algorithms to estimate unknown values from borehole data.Multivariate Geostatistics – Model interdependent variables to enhance accuracy and predictive power.Stochastic Simulation – Explore alternative estimation methods for risk assessment and scenario analysis.Reserve Classification & Reporting – Understand global classification systems and key reserve estimation parameters.Filled with real-world case studies and practical examples, this book bridges theory and application, making geostatistics intuitive and approachable. Whether you're optimizing exploration projects, improving resource estimates, or conducting economic risk assessments, this guide equips you with the tools to make informed decisions.

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