Why science matters

Photographs and illustrations teach readers the importance of sports and exercise science, how the body responds to exercise, andexamples of training programs.

Examines the role of science and technology in managing water, discusses the properties of water, its effects on the landscape, availability issues, pollution, and solutions, and includes case studies.

An illustrated exploration of scientific advances in transplantation and regeneration of organs, tissues, and other body parts that discusses how the body is organized, potential problems with transplants, stem cells, and other related topics.

Examines the role of science and technology in fighting crime, discussing crime scene and evidence analysis, and looking at how science is used in investigating fire and explosions, conducting autopsies, and identifying bodies, forgeries, and firearms.