Title Polarimetry of stars and planetary systems Author(s) Ludmilla Kolokolova (ed.);James Hough (ed.);Anny-Chantal Levasseur-Regourd (ed.) Publication Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 2015. Description xviii, 487p. Abstract Note Summarising the striking advances of the last two decades, this reliable introduction to modern astronomical polarimetry provides a comprehensive review of state-of-the-art techniques, models and research methods. Focusing on optical and near-infrared wavelengths, each detailed, up-to-date chapter addresses a different facet of recent innovations, including new instrumentation, techniques and theories; new methods based on laboratory studies, enabling the modelling of polarimetric characteristics for a wide variety of astronomical objects; emerging fields of polarimetric exploration, including proto-planetary and debris discs, icy satellites, transneptunian objects, exoplanets, and the search for extraterrestrial life; and unique results produced by space telescopes, and polarimeters aboard exploratory spacecraft. With contributions from an international team of accomplished researchers, this is an ideal resource for astronomers and researchers working in astrophysics, earth sciences, and remote sensing keen to learn more about this valuable diagnostic tool. The book is dedicated to the memory of renowned polarimetrist Tom Gehrels. ISBN,Price 9781107043909 : US $150.00(HB) Classification 520.84 Keyword(s) 1. ASTROBIOLOGY 2. ASTRONOMICAL POLARIMETRY 3. DEBRIS DISCS 4. EBOOK 5. EBOOK - CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS 6. EXOBIOLOGY 7. ICY SATELLITE 8. NEAR INFRARED WAVELENGTH 9. OPTICAL WAVELENGHTS Item Type Book Multi-Media Links Please Click here for eBook Circulation Data Accession#   Call# Status Issued To Return Due On Physical Location 026008   520.84/KOL/026008  On Shelf     OB1028   520.84/LUD/  On Shelf     +Copy Specific Information