Weapons and defense research tackles some of the most serious threats to human safety and security in the world. Such work is designed to not only develop more potent weaponry for use in war and against terrorists but to find the most effective ways to protect soldiers on the field of battle.
Examines how mental illness research has progressed to its current state as well as the prime focuses of scientific research, including the search for genetic links and the development of treatments.
Explores modern biotech research and the techniques scientists use to study various subjects in this field. Discusses what biotech research can tell us about the way organisms function and how we can protect ourselves from disease. Considers how biotech research will continue to develop in the future and includes full-color photographs and further reading sources.
Presents information on infectious and devastating diseases and the research scientists do in order to learn more about them and how to stop them. Examines case studies of modern day infectious diseases, such as the cholera epidemic in Haiti after the 2010 earthquake, and offers advice on preventing and preparing for infectious diseases that may strike in the future.
Discusses how humans research outer space and traces the history of such research. Examines what the study of outer space tells us about our universe and considers how this field of study will continue to develop in the future.
An overview of gene therapy research and its potential. Discusses how faulty genes that cause genetic diseases may be treated now and in the future. Includes a list of facts about gene therapy and information on related organizations.
Explores modern research into the field of renewable energy and outlines the various types of renewable energy sources being studied. Considers whether this method of energy production will be able to replace worldwide reliance on fossil fuels and includes full-color photographs and further reading sources.
Explores modern efforts to chart and understand climate change. Discusses what climate models can tell us about the Earth's changes and its impact on human populations around the world. Considers how climate technology will continue to develop in the future and includes full-color photographs and further reading sources.
Chronicles important events in the history of vaccine research, explains what vaccines are, and discusses vaccines and viruses, vaccines and bacteria, safety, effectiveness, approval, and innovative vaccines in the works.
