Metropolitan Science

Metropolitan Science
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 249
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ISBN-10 : 9781350417045
ISBN-13 : 1350417041
Rating : 4/5 (45 Downloads)

Synopsis Metropolitan Science by : Rebekah Higgitt

Exploring distinctive practices in the artisanal, mercantile, and governmental sites of London, Metropolitan Science offers a new perspective on the development of a scientific culture between the years 1600-1800. Beginning with the demographics of London in the 17th and 18th centuries, including its attraction of migrants, importance as a centre of empire, and the role of its institutions in government, the authors analyse how and why London was a unique site of scientific activity. Through the use of case studies, such as the Tower of London's Royal Mint, and the Livery Company Halls, this book examines the city's sites of exchange for knowledge and practice, and highlights the importance of both public and private spaces. With exploration of London's military and colonial history, the authors acknowledge how its port and maritime trade were not only central to growth and protection, but also facilitated the organisation, assessment, valuation, and pursuit of knowledge in the city. Ultimately, this book demonstrates that London corporations produced unique knowledge communities that drew on networks across the city and beyond, and uses a variety of spatial and material approaches to reveal the use, representation, and exchange of practice in these collective settings.

Metropolitan Sustainability

Metropolitan Sustainability
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Publisher : Elsevier
Total Pages : 773
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ISBN-10 : 9780857096463
ISBN-13 : 085709646X
Rating : 4/5 (63 Downloads)

Synopsis Metropolitan Sustainability by : F Zeman

Global populations have grown rapidly in recent decades, leading to ever increasing demands for shelter, resources, energy and utilities. Coupled with the worldwide need to achieve lower impact buildings and conservation of resources, the need to achieve sustainability in urban environments has never been more acute. This book critically reviews the fundamental issues and applied science, engineering and technology that will enable all cities to achieve a greater level of metropolitan sustainability, and assist nations in meeting the needs of their growing urban populations.Part one introduces key issues related to metropolitan sustainability, including the use of both urban metabolism and benefit cost analysis. Part two focuses on urban land use and the environmental impact of the built environment. The urban heat island effect, redevelopment of brownfield sites and urban agriculture are discussed in depth, before part three goes on to explore urban air pollution and emissions control. Urban water resources, reuse and management are explored in part four, followed by a study of urban energy supply and management in part five. Solar, wind and bioenergy, the role of waste-to-energy systems in the urban infrastructure, and smart energy for cities are investigated. Finally, part six considers sustainable urban development, transport and planning.With its distinguished editor and international team of expert contributors, Metropolitan sustainability is an essential resource for low-impact building engineers, sustainability consultants and architects, town and city planners, local/municipal authorities, and national and non-governmental bodies, and provides a thorough overview for academics of all levels in this field. - Critically reviews the fundamental issues and applied science, engineering and technology that will enable all cities to achieve a greater level of metropolitan sustainability - Will assist nations in meeting the needs of their growing urban populations - Chapters discuss urban land use, the environmental impact of the build environment, the urban heat island effect, urban air pollution and emissions control, among other topics

Making Space for Science

Making Space for Science
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Publisher : Springer
Total Pages : 378
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ISBN-10 : 9781349263240
ISBN-13 : 1349263249
Rating : 4/5 (40 Downloads)

Synopsis Making Space for Science by : Jon Agar

In recent years there has been a growing recognition that a mature analysis of scientific and technological activity requires an understanding of its spatial contexts. Without these contexts, indeed, scientific practice as such is scarcely conceivable. Making Space for Science brings together contributors with diverse interests in the history, sociology and cultural studies of science and technology since the Renaissance. The editors aim to provide a series of studies, drawn from the history of science and engineering, from sociology and sociology and science, from literature and science, and from architecture and design history, which examine the spatial foundations of the sciences from a number of complementary perspectives.

Metropolitan Museum Studies in Art, Science, and Technology

Metropolitan Museum Studies in Art, Science, and Technology
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Publisher : Metropolitan Museum of Art
Total Pages : 203
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ISBN-10 : 9780300204391
ISBN-13 : 0300204396
Rating : 4/5 (91 Downloads)

Synopsis Metropolitan Museum Studies in Art, Science, and Technology by : Silvia Centeno

This second volume of Studies in Art, Science, and Technology unites studies by scientists, curators, and conservators, all of which are published here for the first time. Essays and technical notes address a variety of themes, such as connections between technology and aesthetics, aging processes of artworks, attribution and dating issues, and conservation theory. Specific examples from throughout art history add context and help promote deeper understanding. A wide range of objects are discussed in the texts, including medieval sculptures, Baroque musical instruments, Egyptian stone works, photographs, enamels, and paintings. The refined analyses of these works will prove relevant and enlightening to an interdisciplinary professional audience.

Lingnan Science Journal

Lingnan Science Journal
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 442
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ISBN-10 : OSU:32435054966205
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (05 Downloads)

Synopsis Lingnan Science Journal by :

Art of the Islamic World

Art of the Islamic World
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Publisher : Metropolitan Museum of Art
Total Pages : 241
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ISBN-10 : 9781588394828
ISBN-13 : 1588394824
Rating : 4/5 (28 Downloads)

Synopsis Art of the Islamic World by : Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.)

Family guide, Dazzling details in folded front cover.

Western Science in Modern India

Western Science in Modern India
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Publisher : Orient Blackswan
Total Pages : 352
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ISBN-10 : 8178240785
ISBN-13 : 9788178240787
Rating : 4/5 (85 Downloads)

Synopsis Western Science in Modern India by : Pratik Chakrabarti

The Book Is About Western Science In A Olonial World. It Asks: How Do We Understand The Transfer And Absorption Of Scientific Knowledge Across Diverse Cultures, From One Society To Another? This Monograph Will Interest Scientists, Historians And Sociologists, As Well As Students Of Imperialism And The History Of Ideas.