Interdisciplinary Astronomy
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Solar System Astronomy In America
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Author : Ronald E. Doel
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 1996-02-15
Solar System Astronomy In America written by Ronald E. Doel and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996-02-15 with Science categories.
This book, first published in 1996, examines how American scientists collaborated to better understand the solar system.
Cosmology Calendars And Horizon Based Astronomy In Ancient Mesoamerica
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Author : Anne S. Dowd
language : en
Publisher: University Press of Colorado
Release Date : 2015-05-15
Cosmology Calendars And Horizon Based Astronomy In Ancient Mesoamerica written by Anne S. Dowd and has been published by University Press of Colorado this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-05-15 with Social Science categories.
Cosmology, Calendars, and Horizon-Based Astronomy in Ancient Mesoamerica is an interdisciplinary tour de force that establishes the critical role astronomy played in the religious and civic lives of the ancient peoples of Mesoamerica. Providing extraordinary examples of how Precolumbian peoples merged ideas about the cosmos with those concerning calendar and astronomy, the volume showcases the value of detailed examinations of astronomical data for understanding ancient cultures. The volume is divided into three sections: investigations into Mesoamerican horizon-based astronomy, the cosmological principles expressed in Mesoamerican religious imagery and rituals related to astronomy, and the aspects of Mesoamerican calendars related to archaeoastronomy. It also provides cutting-edge research on diverse topics such as records of calendar and horizon-based astronomical observation (like the Dresden and Borgia codices), iconography of burial assemblages, architectural alignment studies, urban planning, and counting or measuring devices. Contributors—who are among the most respected in their fields— explore new dimensions in Mesoamerican timekeeping and skywatching in the Olmec, Maya, Teotihuacano, Zapotec, and Aztec cultures. It will be of great interest to students and scholars of anthropology, archaeology, art history, and astronomy.
The Star Of Bethlehem And The Magi
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Author : George H. van Kooten
language : en
Publisher: BRILL
Release Date : 2015-11-02
The Star Of Bethlehem And The Magi written by George H. van Kooten and has been published by BRILL this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-11-02 with Religion categories.
This book is the fruit of the first ever interdisciplinary international scientific conference on Matthew's story of the Star of Bethlehem and the Magi, held in 2014 at the University of Groningen, and attended by world-leading specialists in all relevant fields: modern astronomy, the ancient near-eastern and Greco-Roman worlds, the history of science, and religion. The scholarly discussions and the exchange of the interdisciplinary views proved to be immensely fruitful and resulted in the present book. Its twenty chapters describe the various aspects of The Star: the history of its interpretation, ancient near-eastern astronomy and astrology and the Magi, astrology in the Greco-Roman and the Jewish worlds, and the early Christian world – at a generally accessible level. An epilogue summarizes the fact-fiction balance of the most famous star which has ever shone.
Astronomy Education
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Author : John R. Percy
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1996
Astronomy Education written by John R. Percy and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Science categories.
Mayan Astronomy
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Author : Orin Brightfield
language : en
Publisher: Publifye AS
Release Date : 2025-03-29
Mayan Astronomy written by Orin Brightfield and has been published by Publifye AS this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-03-29 with History categories.
Mayan Astronomy explores the remarkable astronomical achievements of the Maya civilization and how these shaped their society. The Maya, flourishing in Mesoamerica, developed sophisticated calendar systems, including the Tzolk'in, Haab, and Long Count, to track time and predict events. Their observatories, like those at Chichen Itza and Uaxactun, were strategically aligned with celestial events, demonstrating a deep understanding of the cosmos. This book delves into how Mayan astronomical knowledge was interwoven with their religious, social, and political life. It examines architecture, codices, and mythology to reveal the celestial code that influenced their civilization's rise and fall. By drawing on archaeological evidence and insights from Mayanist scholars, the book provides a comprehensive perspective on the Maya's intellectual achievements and their impact on agriculture, warfare, and dynastic power. The book progresses by first introducing fundamental concepts of Mayan astronomy, then dissecting the intricacies of their calendar system, and finally examining the architectural marvels that served as observatories. This approach offers a holistic view of the relationship between Mayan astronomy and their sociopolitical structures, distinguishing itself by moving beyond simple descriptions to explore its profound impact on Mayan civilization and its eventual decline.
Introduction To Fundamental Astronomy
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Author : Naveen Basu
language : en
Publisher: Educohack Press
Release Date : 2025-02-20
Introduction To Fundamental Astronomy written by Naveen Basu and has been published by Educohack Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-02-20 with Science categories.
"Introduction to Fundamental Astronomy" takes readers on an enlightening journey through the celestial realms, exploring the principles and achievements that have shaped our understanding of the cosmos. We navigate the historical milestones of astronomy, from ancient astronomers like Copernicus and Kepler to modern discoveries in exoplanet research, gravitational wave astronomy, and cosmology. Readers will explore the Copernican Revolution, Newton’s laws of motion and gravitation, and the cosmic microwave background radiation that reveals the universe’s infancy. We delve into stellar evolution, the quest for extraterrestrial life, and the profound mysteries of dark matter and dark energy. With engaging narratives, vivid illustrations, and accessible explanations, "Introduction to Fundamental Astronomy" invites readers on a captivating odyssey through the wonders of the cosmos. We make complex astronomical concepts accessible to enthusiasts, students, and anyone curious about the vastness and beauty of the universe.
Theory And Practice In The Interdisciplinary Production And Reproduction Of Scientific Knowledge
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Author : Olga Pombo
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2023-01-10
Theory And Practice In The Interdisciplinary Production And Reproduction Of Scientific Knowledge written by Olga Pombo and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-01-10 with Science categories.
This book addresses the urgent need for a large and systematic analysis of current interdisciplinary (ID) research and practice. It demonstrates how ID is essentially a cognitive phenomenon, something different from the frivolous and inconsequential attempt of trying to overcome the disciplinary competencies and exigencies. By ID, the authors show that it is a manifestation of the transversal rationality that underlies current scientific activity. It is the very progress of specialized disciplines that requires interdisciplinary new research practices and new forms of articulation between domains, something that has a strong impact on the traditional disciplinary structure of scientific and educational institutions. Divided into two parts, the book presents a conceptual framework as well as several case studies on ID practices. The book aims at covering three main themes. It contributes to the stabilization of ID meaning and characterizes the main ID theorizations which have been proposed until now. It builds an innovative and broad understanding of the several ID determinations as an essentially cognitive phenomenon and of its institutional implications at the level of disciplinary structures and curricular organization. Finally, it distinguishes and maps the diversity of ID procedures and practices which are being used and tested by contemporary scientific and educational institutions. This book is addressed to philosophers, scientists and every one interested in science production and reproduction, including science teaching.
Teaching And Learning Astronomy
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Author : Jay Pasachoff
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2005-12-15
Teaching And Learning Astronomy written by Jay Pasachoff and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-12-15 with Science categories.
Astronomy is taught in schools worldwide, but few schoolteachers have any background in astronomy or astronomy teaching, and available resources may be insufficient or non-existent. This volume highlights the many places for astronomy in the curriculum; relevant education research and 'best practice'; strategies for pre-service and in-service teacher education; the use of the Internet and other technologies; and the role that planetariums, observatories, science centres, and organisations of professional and amateur astronomers can play. The special needs of developing countries, and other under-resourced areas are also highlighted. The book concludes by addressing how the teaching and learning of astronomy can be improved worldwide. This valuable overview is based on papers and posters presented by experts at a Special Session of the International Astronomical Union.
History Of Astronomy
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Author : John Lankford
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2013-03-07
History Of Astronomy written by John Lankford and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-03-07 with History categories.
This Encyclopedia traces the history of the oldest science from the ancient world to the space age in over 300 entries by leading experts.
Skyscapes
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Author : Fabio Silva
language : en
Publisher: Oxbow Books
Release Date : 2015-03-12
Skyscapes written by Fabio Silva and has been published by Oxbow Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-03-12 with Social Science categories.
Eleven papers extend discussion of the role and importance of the landscape and the wider environment to past societies, and to the understanding and interpretation of their material remains, into consideration of the significance of the celestial environment: the skyscape. The role of the sky for past societies has been relegated to the fringes of archaeological discourse. Nevertheless archaeoastronomy has developed a new rigour in the last few decades and the evidence suggests that it can provide insights into the beliefs, practices and cosmologies of past societies. Skyscapes explores the current role of archaeoastronomical knowledge in archaeological discourse and how to integrate the two. It shows how it is not only possible but even desirable to look at the skyscape to shed further light on human societies. This is achieved by first exploring the historical relationship between archaeoastronomy and academia in general, and with archaeology in particular. The volume continues by presenting case-studies that either demonstrate how archaeoastronomical methodologies can add to our current understanding of past societies, their structures and beliefs, or how integrated approaches can raise new questions and even revolutionise current views of the past.