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10 New Books In Physics Astronomy Gleeson Gleanings

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Here is a sample of physics- and astronomy-related books that are new to Gleeson Library. To view additional titles, see New Physics & Astronomy Books on the library website. Waves in an Impossible Sea: How Everyday Life Emerges from the Cosmic Ocean In “Waves in an Impossible Sea,” physicist Matt Strassler explores the enigmatic nature of empty space and its role in the universe. Using everyday experiences to illustrate complex physics concepts, Strassler compares space to a paradoxical sea that ripples in various ways. He explains how matter, including ourselves, emerges from these ripples, allowing effortless movement through space.

The book weaves together relativity, quantum mechanics, and particle physics to reveal how the universe generates everything from apparent nothingness, offering readers an accessible yet profound understanding of their place in the cosmos. Frank Close explores the mystery of matter’s neutrality in this concise journey through fundamental physics. The book examines the balance between positively charged protons and negatively charged electrons, which allows gravity to dominate at large scales. Close delves into the quantum world, discussing electromagnetic, strong, and weak forces, as well as the Standard Model and Higgs boson. He investigates why proton and electron charges are exactly equal despite their differences, touching on grand unification theories and their implications for matter’s stability. The author presents current understanding and ongoing experiments in particle physics, offering a rich overview of this complex field.

Pillars of Creation: How the James Webb Telescope Unlocked the Secrets of the Cosmos Our best-selling new and future releases. Updated frequently. There are a lot of new physics books being published for a popular audience at the moment, often by very eminent scientists. It's no surprise: it's an exciting time in physics as our knowledge of the universe expands at an impressive rate, while huge installations like the LHC in Geneva reveal details of how particles behave... At the same time, there's a big search on for deeper explanations: relativity doesn't seem to be compatible with quantum mechanics and we have no idea what things like dark matter are.

Please email us if a new physics book you like is missing! [email protected]. Even if you never took a physics class, it may not have escaped your notice that there's currently a big conundrum in the discipline, as physicists try to reconcile Einstein's relativity with quantum mechanics. Both describe reality, but they're incompatible. For non-physicists, it's always going to be a battle to understand either, but in Quantum in Pictures Bob Coecke and Stefano Gogioso do their very best: they use pictures. Coecke was, until recently, professor of Quantum Foundations, Logics and Structures at Oxford University and is now Chief Scientist of Quantinuum, a quantum computing company.

Gogioso is a computer scientist at the University of Oxford. NB We also have an interview (from 2019) on the best books to learn about quantum computing. The number of books coming out on quantum physics right now is testimony to the fact people find it fascinating. As many of us no longer believe in God, why not turn to physics to offer the answer to life, the universe and everything? In this book, Chris Ferrie, a quantum physicist at the University of Technology, Sydney, equips you with a bullshit metre. Check out Gleeson Library’s oldest example of printing from moveable type: a leaf from the Gutenberg Bible, now in digital collections.

Continue reading Our Noble Fragment: Gleeson Library’s Gutenberg Bible Leaf Goes Digital Interest in Graphic Novels for Critical Scholarship is growing amongst students as well as faculty, yet many patrons are not aware of the Graphic Novels in the Gleeson Library collection. A new Library Guide serves as an introductory bridge to familiarity with the many subgenres of graphic novels, its role in increasing representation amongst historically … Continue reading A New Guide to Graphic Novels... Celebrate Latine Heritage Month by exploring the sights, sounds, and energy of San Francisco’s 1970/80s Latine arts scene in the Casa Hispana de Bellas Artes digital collection. Continue reading Posters, Programs, and Pachuco Beats: San Francisco’s Latine Heritage in the Archives An overview of accessing Gleeson Library’s e-resources: featuring Latiné/x Heritage Month.

Continue reading Discover Gleeson’s E-resources: featuring Latiné/x Heritage Month Take a look at the Special Collections & University Archives (SCUA) department and their student internships this past Spring! Continue reading Highlighting the SCUA Spring Internship Program Many of us have heard of space celebrities such as Tim Peake and Brian Cox writing about this topic, but – while books of that kind are included on this list – there are... Some of these will help amateur astronomers get to grips with the night sky, while others will bring heart-warming tales of the collaboration and community within the space industry. We think it's a great collection of space and astronomy books, but if you think we've forgotten any please do let us know over on the Science Focus book club Facebook group.

Or, take a look at our list of big, coffee table photography books about space. For more reading recommendations and free samples of new and popular books, sign up to ourbook club newsletter below. Looking for gift ideas? Check out our list of the best science and tech gifts. Royal Observatory Greenwich, Storm Dunlop, Wil Tirion and Collins Astronomy There is a wealth of books published each year covering all aspects of space, astronomy, astrophysics and cosmology: books on practical stargazing and histories of spaceflight, astronomers addressing the latest burning cosmic questions and...

In each issue of BBC Sky at Night Magazine we pick the best astronomy and space books that have caught our eye that month and send them out to our expert reviewers for full... Here, in no particular order, is our pick of some of the top space and astronomy books. And if cinema is more your thing, read our guide to the best space movies of all time. You might also like to take a look at our guide to the best space gifts. Check with your local book shop to see if they have the following titles in store, and it's also a good idea to look in your local secondhand book shops or your local library. This post may contain affiliate links that allow us to earn a commission at no expense to you.

Learn more Ever wondered what the must-read Physics and Astronomy Books are? Here is our take. We have compiled this article to assist you in your quest for knowledge. Our list of the best books for physics and astronomy students covers theoretical physics, space science, black hole, the milky way, and more. This list helps researchers who are tucked away in their daily grind develop their next breakthrough idea.

Gleeson Library’s new physics and astronomy books cover a wide range of topics, including the nature of space and matter, cosmic discoveries, quantum mechanics, and influential scientists. Highlights include explorations of the James Webb Telescope, Roger Penrose’s biography, Henrietta Leavitt’s contributions, and quantum entanglement, offering both accessible insights and advanced scientific discussions. Continue reading 10 New Books in Physics & Astronomy This selection of mathematics books covers topics like Maya numerals, Emmy Noether’s legacy, cryptography, trigonometry, and vectors’ impact on science. It also explores math’s role in the digital age, statistics in daily life, mathematical history, and socially just education. Each book offers accessible insights into math’s cultural, scientific, and practical significance.

Continue reading 10 New Books in Mathematics Gleeson Library’s new kinesiology books cover diverse topics, including mental health in women’s sports, adaptive sports for disabilities, transgender inclusion, and masculinity in fitness culture. Highlights include Katie Ledecky’s memoir, Bill Cartwright’s leadership journey, roller derby history, and updated physical education standards, offering valuable insights into sports, wellness, and inclusivity. Continue reading 10 New Books in Kinesiology This selection of new engineering books at Gleeson Library covers diverse topics, including technological innovation, engineering ethics, Archimedes’ legacy, civil engineering management, AI’s societal impact, reinforced concrete’s history, the electrical grid, renewable energy systems,... These resources offer insights into technical advancements, ethical practices, historical contributions, and modern infrastructure challenges.

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