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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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    • Satellite Remote Sensing for Forest and Environmental Monitoring

      • 1st Edition
      • Pablo Rodríguez Gonzálvez + 2 more
      • English
      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.

    • Geospatial Techniques in Climate Change Monitoring and Environmental Mapping

      Advances and Applications
      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 10
      • Jung-Sup Um + 3 more
      • English
      Geospatial Techniques in Climate Change Monitoring and Environmental Mapping: Advances and Applications, Volume Ten delves into the novel methods and applications of remote sensing in climate-change studies. The book begins by exploring climate observation and monitoring, consolidating remote sensing data systems for environmental mapping, and tracking air pollution using remote sensing data. The volume covers the use of remote sensing data for monitoring and predicting climate change, characterizing land changes with climate time series data, and tracking climate change and tropical cyclones with geospatial techniques.It also discusses the system dynamics model of economic development and climate change, as well as climate change mitigation, adaptation, and future directions. Additionally, it addresses climate modeling, validation, uncertainty mapping, and the application of remote sensing data in government climate policies and sustainable risk reduction approaches for global climate change issues.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.

    • Water Scarcity Management

      Towards the Application of Artificial Intelligence and Earth Observation Data
      • 1st Edition
      • Omid Rahmati + 2 more
      • English
      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.

    • Application of Geosynthetics in Waste Containment

      Long-Term Performance of Geosynthetics in Engineering Barrier Systems
      • 1st Edition
      • Haijian Xie + 2 more
      • English
      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.

    • Introduction to Mining Geostatistics

      Intuitive Applications With Excel and R
      • 1st Edition
      • Konstantinos Modis + 1 more
      • English
      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.

    • Geospatial Information and Services for Climate Resilient Disaster Management

      • 1st Edition
      • Deepak Kumar + 1 more
      • English
      Geospatial Information and Services for Climate Resilient Disaster Management explores how cutting-edge technology can shape our response to climate-related disasters. Leading experts uncover the indispensable role that geospatial information and services can play in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. The book opens with an overview of climate resilient disaster management and the application of geospatial technology. The chapters next undertake a thorough examination of early warning systems, risk assessment, vulnerability mapping, resource allocation, and disaster response. Following from those vital tools and applications, the editors then evaluate climate adaptation planning and community engagement in the light of geospatial technology.The book wraps up with real-world case studies and success stories along with a discussion of current challenges and future trends. Readers concerned with the rising connections between natural disaster and climate change will be inspired by this inside view of the latest innovations in geospatial information and services.

    • Encyclopedia of Atmospheric Sciences

      • 3rd Edition
      • Walter A Robinson + 1 more
      • English
      Encyclopedia of Atmospheric Sciences, Third Edition offers comprehensive insights into the role of the atmosphere in weather, climate, and life. It covers all principal processes and phenomena, including intensive measurement and simulation techniques used to predict weather, project climate change, and assess human impacts on the atmospheric environment. The past decade has seen rapid advancements in the atmospheric sciences, necessitating the inclusion of several new topics in this updated edition. The book highlights key areas of progress such as anthropogenic climate change, high resolution numerical modeling, and the use of machine learning and AI in forecasting and climate simulation.It also covers advances in observational technologies and the study of planetary atmospheres, providing multimedia animations of weather phenomena and model simulations to enhance understanding. Geoengineering, as a controversial yet significant subject, is also addressed within the broader scope of climate change topics.With over 280 chapters written by world experts in the field, Encyclopedia of Atmospheric Sciences, 3rd edition once again provides students and researchers with a comprehensive, one stop reference work covering the entire field.

    • Remediation Technologies for Microplastics in Aquatic Environments

      • 1st Edition
      • Mukarram Zubair + 2 more
      • English
      Remediation Technologies for Microplastics in Aquatic Environments examines up-to-date technological innovations and their applications for the mitigation of Microplastics Pollution (MP). With a strong focus on the governing factors influencing the performance of remediation techniques (encircling microplastic characteristics, reactor design, and process parameters), this comprehensive guide presents necessary information on current remediation technologies designed for the removal of MPs from water bodies and comprehensively addresses the fate and impact of microplastics in the environment. The book is divided into three sections: 1. Microplastic pollution, sources, regulation, and analysis, 2 Microplastic Mitigation Technologies and Applications, and 3. Microplastic environmental impacts, toxicology, and risk.The meticulous use of detailed case studies, the diverse list of experts in the field, and the clear structure of the book, equip the reader with tools for implementing sustainable and effective solutions crucial for the treatment of water and contaminated wastewater, making this book a valuable resource for students and researchers learning about successful strategies for microplastics removal.

    • New Perspectives in Indoor Air Quality

      • 1st Edition
      • Pasquale Avino + 2 more
      • English
      New Perspectives in Indoor Air Quality provides readers with the latest scientific discoveries related to indoor air quality. After an in-depth introduction to indoor air quality and review of current air quality legislation, the book's chapters explore gaseous pollutants, particulate matter, ultrafine particles, and emerging contaminants. This is followed by analysis of formaldehyde emissions, VOCs, SVOCs, nanomaterials emissions, and combustion sources. From an assessment perspective, chapters include sampling approaches, traditional measuring instruments, automatic measuring instruments, assessment of bioaerosols, and geospatial analysis and modeling.Finally, the editors address the health effects of poor indoor air quality and examine how climate change has contributed to these issues. Fifteen detailed case studies round out the book to provide practical, real world understanding of the concepts covered throughout the preceding chapters.

    • Subseasonal to Seasonal Prediction

      The Gap Between Weather and Climate Forecasting
      • 2nd Edition
      • Andrew Robertson + 1 more
      • English
      Subseasonal-to-Seaso... Prediction provides the latest thinking from experts in the fields of sub-seasonal to seasonal (S2S) predictability science, numerical modeling, operational forecasting, and developing application sectors. This fully updated second edition comprehensively covers the sources of S2S predictability, S2S modeling, and forecasting using dynamical or machine learning methods, and S2S applications. There are brand new chapters on the role of the ocean in sub-seasonal predictability, machine learning in S2S prediction, co-produced S2S climate services in Africa, S2S for energy, and marine weather prediction on S2S timescales. This valuable resource offers atmospheric and climate scientists the very latest developments in this rapidly evolving field.

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