Reports on Astronomy

By Karel van der Hucht

The Transactions XXVIIA Reports on Astronomy 2006-2009 provides a comprehensive and authoritative review of what has been achieved in astronomy during the years 2006 to 2009. These insightful and up-to-date reviews have been written by the presidents and chairpersons of the IAU scientific bodies: the Divisions, the Commissions, and the Working Groups. Topics covered in this wide-ranging volume include: fundamental astronomy; the Sun and heliosphere; planetary sciences; stars; variable stars; interstellar matter; the Galactic system; galaxies and the Universe; optical and infrared techniques; radio astronomy; space and high-energy astrophysics; and other IAU activities. The reviews have been written at a level suitable for colleagues in the same fields, but will also be useful for students and researchers wishing to gain an overview of astronomical fields beyond their own research area.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521856051
• ISBN13: 9780521856058
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 467 Pages
• Weight: 2.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.1" x 9.8"