Provides an account of the synthesis of research into teaching and learning science in kindergarten through eighth grade. This book... Læs mere
Discusses the practical arenas in neuroscience in which biomarkers have the greatest impact. This... Læs mere
Presents a review of the understanding of the early earth and moon; the identification of science concepts and goals for moon exploration. This report offers an assessment of implementation options; and a set of prioritized lunar science concepts, goals, and recommendations.
NASA is planning for humans to revisit the Moon. This book presents an assessment of knowledge of the radiation environment; an... Læs mere
Medications are an important component of health care, but each year their misuse results in over a million adverse drug events that lead to office and emergency room visits as well as hospitalizations and, in some cases, death.
Through the generosity of the Richard and Hinda Rosenthal Foundation, a lecture series... Læs mere
Presents a summary of the workshop discussions including those on perspectives on developments and implementation of ITAR; overarching issues; problems arising from ITAR's implementation; and, opportunities for near-term actions and improvements.
The National Research Council (NRC) committee evaluated a total of 17 mission concepts for space science missions. Of... Læs mere
Questions about the origin and nature of Earth and the life on it have long preoccupied human thought and the scientific endeavor.... Læs mere
On March 13, 2008, the National Academies brought together many of the knowledgeable people working on energy issues to... Læs mere
The same technologies that fuel scientific advances also pose potential risks—that the knowledge, tools, and techniques gained through legitimate biotechnology research could be misused to create biological weapons or for bioterrorism.
This update of "Reducing Risks for Mental Disorders" focuses special attention on the research base and... Læs mere