The Astrophysics of Planetary Systems (IAU S276): Formation, Structure, and Dynamical Evolution (Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia and Colloquia)

Edited by Alessandro Sozzetti, Mario G. Lattanzi, Alan P. Boss

ISBN 10: 0521196523 / ISBN 13: 9780521196529

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2012

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IAU S276 provides a detailed snapshot of the state-of-the-art of the field for scientists and researchers. Editor(s): Sozzetti, Alessandro; Lattanzi, Mario G.; Boss, Alan P. Series: Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia and Colloquia. Num Pages: 598 pages, 200 b/w illus. 50 tables. BIC Classification: PGS; PHVB. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 247 x 180 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1190. . 2011. Illustrated. hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Astrophysics of Planetary Systems (IAU S276): Formation, Structure, and Dynamical Evolution (Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia and Colloquia)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521196523
• ISBN 13: 9780521196529
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This volume provides a detailed snapshot of the state-of-the-art of the field fifteen years after the first extrasolar planet discovery announcement. The major review articles and contributed papers allow for vibrant discussions and confrontations between theory and observations. Datasets of the highest quality, innovative numerical tools and increasingly sophisticated theoretical models show the impressive progress being made in our understanding of planet formation and evolution, heralding the era of 'comparative planetology' as a new, expanding interdisciplinary research field. IAU S276 also examines the strategic planning exercises of both the science community and space agencies and ongoing preparations and developments of future ground-based and space-borne observatories devoted to the detection and characterization of extrasolar planets. This stimulating volume constitutes an important reference for both young scientists and seasoned researchers, who will contribute to the frontier of research in the field during the next decade.

Book Description

IAU S276 provides a detailed snapshot of the state-of-the-art of the field fifteen years after the first extrasolar planet discovery announcement. This volume is an important reference for scientists and researchers, who will contribute to the frontier of research in the field during the next decade.