Author: Mary Somerville
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Physical science
Languages : en
Pages : 390
Book Description
The Connection of the Physical Sciences
Author: Mary Somerville
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Physical science
Languages : en
Pages : 390
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Physical science
Languages : en
Pages : 390
Book Description
The Role of Mathematics in Physical Sciences
Author: Giovanni Boniolo
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1402031076
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
Even though mathematics and physics have been related for centuries and this relation appears to be unproblematic, there are many questions still open: Is mathematics really necessary for physics, or could physics exist without mathematics? Should we think physically and then add the mathematics apt to formalise our physical intuition, or should we think mathematically and then interpret physically the obtained results? Do we get mathematical objects by abstraction from real objects, or vice versa? Why is mathematics effective into physics? These are all relevant questions, whose answers are necessary to fully understand the status of physics, particularly of contemporary physics. The aim of this book is to offer plausible answers to such questions through both historical analyses of relevant cases, and philosophical analyses of the relations between mathematics and physics.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1402031076
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
Even though mathematics and physics have been related for centuries and this relation appears to be unproblematic, there are many questions still open: Is mathematics really necessary for physics, or could physics exist without mathematics? Should we think physically and then add the mathematics apt to formalise our physical intuition, or should we think mathematically and then interpret physically the obtained results? Do we get mathematical objects by abstraction from real objects, or vice versa? Why is mathematics effective into physics? These are all relevant questions, whose answers are necessary to fully understand the status of physics, particularly of contemporary physics. The aim of this book is to offer plausible answers to such questions through both historical analyses of relevant cases, and philosophical analyses of the relations between mathematics and physics.
Research at the Intersection of the Physical and Life Sciences
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309147514
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Traditionally, the natural sciences have been divided into two branches: the biological sciences and the physical sciences. Today, an increasing number of scientists are addressing problems lying at the intersection of the two. These problems are most often biological in nature, but examining them through the lens of the physical sciences can yield exciting results and opportunities. For example, one area producing effective cross-discipline research opportunities centers on the dynamics of systems. Equilibrium, multistability, and stochastic behavior-concepts familiar to physicists and chemists-are now being used to tackle issues associated with living systems such as adaptation, feedback, and emergent behavior. Research at the Intersection of the Physical and Life Sciences discusses how some of the most important scientific and societal challenges can be addressed, at least in part, by collaborative research that lies at the intersection of traditional disciplines, including biology, chemistry, and physics. This book describes how some of the mysteries of the biological world are being addressed using tools and techniques developed in the physical sciences, and identifies five areas of potentially transformative research. Work in these areas would have significant impact in both research and society at large by expanding our understanding of the physical world and by revealing new opportunities for advancing public health, technology, and stewardship of the environment. This book recommends several ways to accelerate such cross-discipline research. Many of these recommendations are directed toward those administering the faculties and resources of our great research institutions-and the stewards of our research funders, making this book an excellent resource for academic and research institutions, scientists, universities, and federal and private funding agencies.
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309147514
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Traditionally, the natural sciences have been divided into two branches: the biological sciences and the physical sciences. Today, an increasing number of scientists are addressing problems lying at the intersection of the two. These problems are most often biological in nature, but examining them through the lens of the physical sciences can yield exciting results and opportunities. For example, one area producing effective cross-discipline research opportunities centers on the dynamics of systems. Equilibrium, multistability, and stochastic behavior-concepts familiar to physicists and chemists-are now being used to tackle issues associated with living systems such as adaptation, feedback, and emergent behavior. Research at the Intersection of the Physical and Life Sciences discusses how some of the most important scientific and societal challenges can be addressed, at least in part, by collaborative research that lies at the intersection of traditional disciplines, including biology, chemistry, and physics. This book describes how some of the mysteries of the biological world are being addressed using tools and techniques developed in the physical sciences, and identifies five areas of potentially transformative research. Work in these areas would have significant impact in both research and society at large by expanding our understanding of the physical world and by revealing new opportunities for advancing public health, technology, and stewardship of the environment. This book recommends several ways to accelerate such cross-discipline research. Many of these recommendations are directed toward those administering the faculties and resources of our great research institutions-and the stewards of our research funders, making this book an excellent resource for academic and research institutions, scientists, universities, and federal and private funding agencies.
Trick or Truth?
Author: Anthony Aguirre
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319274953
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 253
Book Description
The prize-winning essays in this book address the fascinating but sometimes uncomfortable relationship between physics and mathematics. Is mathematics merely another natural science? Or is it the result of human creativity? Does physics simply wear mathematics like a costume, or is math the lifeblood of physical reality? The nineteen wide-ranging, highly imaginative and often entertaining essays are enhanced versions of the prize-winning entries to the FQXi essay competition “Trick or Truth”, which attracted over 200 submissions. The Foundational Questions Institute, FQXi, catalyzes, supports, and disseminates research on questions at the foundations of physics and cosmology, particularly new frontiers and innovative ideas integral to a deep understanding of reality, but unlikely to be supported by conventional funding sources.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319274953
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 253
Book Description
The prize-winning essays in this book address the fascinating but sometimes uncomfortable relationship between physics and mathematics. Is mathematics merely another natural science? Or is it the result of human creativity? Does physics simply wear mathematics like a costume, or is math the lifeblood of physical reality? The nineteen wide-ranging, highly imaginative and often entertaining essays are enhanced versions of the prize-winning entries to the FQXi essay competition “Trick or Truth”, which attracted over 200 submissions. The Foundational Questions Institute, FQXi, catalyzes, supports, and disseminates research on questions at the foundations of physics and cosmology, particularly new frontiers and innovative ideas integral to a deep understanding of reality, but unlikely to be supported by conventional funding sources.
Mathematics for the Physical Sciences
Author: James B. Seaborn
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781468492804
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781468492804
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
On the Connexion of the Physical Sciences
Author: Mary Somerville
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Physical sciences
Languages : en
Pages : 600
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Physical sciences
Languages : en
Pages : 600
Book Description
Probability and Related Topics in Physical Sciences
Author: Mark Kac
Publisher: American Mathematical Soc.
ISBN: 0821800477
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
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Publisher: American Mathematical Soc.
ISBN: 0821800477
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Nothing provided
Physics and Psychics
Author: Richard Noakes
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107188547
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 421
Book Description
Noakes' revelatory analysis of Victorian scientists' fascination with psychic phenomena connects science, the occult and religion in intriguing new ways.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107188547
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 421
Book Description
Noakes' revelatory analysis of Victorian scientists' fascination with psychic phenomena connects science, the occult and religion in intriguing new ways.
Mechanism of the Heavens
Author: Mary Somerville
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Astronomy
Languages : en
Pages : 710
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Astronomy
Languages : en
Pages : 710
Book Description
Walther Nernst and the Transition to Modern Physical Science
Author: Diana Kormos Barkan
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521176298
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
A 1999 biography of one of Germany's most important scientists (active 1890-1933) and an historical examination of physics and chemistry.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521176298
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
A 1999 biography of one of Germany's most important scientists (active 1890-1933) and an historical examination of physics and chemistry.