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The changes and significant developments that have accompanied the relatively young field of environmental science are documented in this addition to the
Oryx Frontiers of Science Series. From major causes for environmental concern to possible solutions,
Environmental Science presents a balanced and comprehensive view of the collective fields of ecology, sociology, demography, and waste management. Special focus is on important environmental events and discoveries that occurred between 1996 and 1999. Additionally, related information is presented on key people, career opportunities, organizations, resources, and more. This is a must-have reference tool for understanding a larger view of environmental science.
List of contents
Introduction
Environmental Science Today: Discoveries
Environmental Science Today: Events
Environmental Technologies and Management Tools Today
Unsolved Problems, Unanswered Questions
Social Issues
Biographical Sketches
Career Information
Documents
Environmental Data
Organizations and Associations
Print and Electronic Resources
Glossary of Terms
Index
About the author
JOAN R. CALLAHAN is an environmental scientist who has served as a consultant to many environmental engineering firms, land developers, and government agencies, including the U.S. Geological Survey Biological Resources Division, the National Institute for Environmental Health Sciences, and the California Parks and Recreation Department. She is also an award-winning author of several science and engineering books, as well as numerous scientific papers and environmental documents. Dr. Callahan holds a Ph.D. in Zoology from the University of Arizona.
