Bücher der Reihe Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia and Colloquia

Featuring results on the dynamical processes in stars and galaxies, IAU S271 provides a broad perspective of the observations, data analysis and theory, including numerical simulations, behind the common underlying processes in the field of nonlinear astrophysical dynamics.

IAU S308 marks the centenary of the birth of the Russian cosmologist Yakov B. Zeldovich, whose seminal work paved the way towards understanding the complex web-like structure observed in our Universe. This volume synthesizes the insights obtained from observational and theoretical studies for researchers and students working in this vibrant field.

IAU S317 offers an updated view of the stellar halos of galaxies, from the local universe to more distant systems, discussing differences and similarities among them. It features reviews on state-of-the-art research in galactic archaeology and stellar halos, for researchers with interests encompassing stellar and galactic astrophysics.

Led by members of the IAU's Working Group in Astrostatistics and Astroinformatics, this timely volume addresses the intricate mathematical methods needed to extract scientific insights from large and complicated datasets. An essential text for both astronomers and statisticians, it provides a solid foundation to advance new research methods in cosmology.

IAU S307 presents a summary of new and innovative techniques used to investigate and understand the properties of massive stars, including asteroseismology, spectropolarimetry and interferometry, highlighting synergies between these new techniques and more classical methods. It benefits researchers and graduate students across a range of astronomical disciplines.

IAU Symposium 302 provides an overview of the emerging field of stellar magnetism. Covering all stages of stellar evolution, this volume features the most recent advances achieved by major observatories (ground-based and space-borne) and massively-parallel 3D numerical simulations, benefiting astronomers interested in the latest observational and theoretical developments.

A record of the formal organisational and administrative proceedings of the IAU XXVIII General Assembly which took place in Beijing, China. Included in this volume is the welcome address given by Xi Jinping, now President of the People's Republic of China.

Highlighting recent advances in the field of asteroseismology, IAU Symposium 301 discusses seismic studies of all types of pulsating stars. Honouring Wojtek Dziembowski, a world leader in the study of pulsations, and containing many excellent reviews, this is an important reference source for researchers on solar and stellar pulsations.

IAU 282 is the product of the first official symposium to unite members of the exoplanet and binary star communities. Researchers discuss the state-of-the-art tools used to study stars, brown dwarfs and exoplanets in multiple-object systems and demonstrate how sophisticated modeling codes bridge the gap between theory and observations.

The first ever IAU Symposium to be held on the subject, reviews astronomical observations from Antarctica. Topics covered range from cosmic microwave background radiation to Antarctic stations and the future for astronomical research in Antarctica. This book is ideal for academic researchers and graduate students in astronomy and astrophysics.

A comprehensive and authoritative review of achievements in astronomy during 2010 to 2012, written by the presidents and chairpersons of the IAU scientific bodies. The reviews will appeal to colleagues in the same fields, as well as to students and researchers wanting an overview of modern astronomical research.

IAU S285 addresses studies of variability among the whole range of cosmic objects. Adopting an interdisciplinary approach, it covers both emerging transient phenomena and long-standing problems in variability. The results, research tools and visions presented here will help researchers and database managers collaborate in the exciting challenges of time-domain astronomy.

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.

In IAU S258 astrophysicists discuss the current state of the problem of estimating ages of stars and stellar populations. They describe efforts to better constrain the ages of stars through improved observations and physical models. The volume highlights where advances are being made and predicts what the near future offers.

IAU Symposium 274 brings together leading experts to discuss recent observational, theoretical and experimental efforts in understanding the basic plasma processes in the Universe, from the primordial plasmas of the early Universe to stellar and laboratory plasmas. It emphasizes the importance of connecting astrophysical theory, observations, simulations and laboratory astrophysics.

IAU S269 celebrates the 400th anniversary of Galileo's discovery of Jupiter's largest moons. It examines our current knowledge of the Jupiter system, and considers how future space missions and instruments will improve our understanding of the potential for life in our Solar System and in the many extrasolar planetary systems.

IAU S260 examines the role of astronomy in the modern world and its links to culture and society. This book brings together experts and practitioners from a broad range of fields to address questions relevant to astronomy's potential contributions to education, development, culture and the arts.

IAU S272 presents an overview of the latest research into active OB stars. Experts discuss the cutting-edge observations, state-of-the-art modeling and recently developed techniques that have improved our understanding of these objects. This is a useful resource for all those interested in extreme physical processes in active OB stars.

Highlights in Astronomy summarizes the vast panorama of astronomical research at the time of the IAU's triennial General Assembly in 2012. Research by the international astronomy community is presented through a combination of extended reviews and shorter, focused chapters. This authoritative collection will appeal to research astronomers and graduate students.

IAU S310 takes a broad look at the complexity of planetary systems, including their satellites and small bodies, in order to understand and model their physical processes. Intended for researchers and advanced students, this volume provides a valuable insight into the state-of-the-art research in this exciting interdisciplinary field.

IAU S309 presents contributions on the timely theme of spatially and energetically resolved properties of galaxies throughout cosmic history, including cutting-edge observational and computing technologies. This volume benefits astronomers and graduate students working in areas relating to galaxy formation and evolution, star formation, dust and stellar populations.

These Transactions complete the series of volumes covering the XXVII General Assembly of the International Astronomical Union. They provide a record of the admission of new members, the Resolutions passed, and an account of the regular Business Meetings of the Executive Committee, the Divisions, Commissions and Working Groups.

This volume records the proceedings of the IAU XXVII General Assembly and is a testament to the vigour and momentum of astrophysical discovery in 2009, the International Year of Astronomy. Covering planets, stars, galaxies, dark matter and modern cosmology, it provides a broad overview of modern astrophysics.

Once considered objects of dubious existence, recent observations have provided overwhelming evidence in favour the presence of black holes. IAU S238 brought together observers and theoreticians working in black hole astrophysics to highlight and discuss similarities in the physics involved, review the subject, and report on recent results.

IAU S243 reviews recent developments in understanding the structure and evolution of the star-disk interaction region in young stars. The latest observational results, computer simulations and theoretical developments are included, providing a unique review of this topic that is ideal for graduate students and researchers.

Near Earth Objects (NEOs) are an essential tool to understand the overall populations of asteroids and comets, to constrain the formation of the planetary system. This volume, IAU S236, concentrates on the specific techniques of observation and modeling which are effective for NEOs.

This volume addresses astronomy education and research in developing countries. It presents the state of astronomy education and research, and public outreach in major developing regions of the world. This volume will be useful resource for astronomers interested in promoting and supporting astronomy and space science around the world.

Dwarf galaxies offer a valuable insight into the physical processes that govern galaxy formation and evolution at high redshift. These elusive stellar systems are helping astronomers to find answers to some of the most burning questions in extragalactic astronomy. These proceedings offer an exciting multidisciplinary collection of recent esearch results.

IAU Symposium 270 reviews the latest techniques and results of numerical simulations relevant to interstellar gas dynamics and star formation. Topics range from dynamics to radiation and visualization, as applied to both local and cosmological problems. This book is ideal for graduate students and researchers in numerical astrophysics.