Scientific Research

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History of Operations Research in the United States Army, V. I: 1942-62 (eBook)

By: U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Army, Army Center of Military History

GPO Stock # 999-000-44449-0 ISBN: 9780160873379

Operations research (OR) emerged during World War II as an important means of assisting civilian and military leaders in making scientifcally sound improvements in the design and performance of weapons and equipment. OR techniques were soon...

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History of Operations Research in the United States Army, V. 2: 1961-1973 (eBook

History of Operations Research in the United States Army, V. 2: 1961-1973 (eBook)

By: U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Army, Army Center of Military History

GPO Stock # 999-000-44448-8 ISBN: 9780160872853

This second of three volumes on the history of operations research identifies, describes, and evaluates the ideas, people, organizations, and events that influenced the development of ORSA in the Army from the inauguration of President Kennedy in...

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NASA at 50: Interviews With NASA's Senior Leadership

NASA at 50: Interviews With NASA\'s Senior Leadership

By: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Office of Communications, Public Outreach Division, NASA History Program Office

GPO Stock # 033-000-01360-4 ISBN: 9780160914478

NASA SP 2012-4114. Rebecca Wright, Sandra Johnson, Steven J. Dick, editors. Provides a snapshot of the thinking of NASA senior leadership on the occasion of its 50th anniversary and in the midst closing year of the presidency of GeorgW. Bush,...

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Building the Bombs: A History of the Nuclear Weapons Complex

Building the Bombs: A History of the Nuclear Weapons Complex

By: Energy Dept., Sandia National Laboratories

GPO Stock # 061-000-00968-0 ISBN: 9780160915208

Sand # 2012-7878P. Gives a brief orientation to the Nuclear Weapons Complex. Includes discussions of the original missions assigned to each site and the major changes that were made thereafter. Designed to serve the scientists and engineers as...

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U.S. Geological Survey 2013 Wall Calendar and Events Planner

U.S. Geological Survey 2013 Planner

By: Interior Dept., Geological Survey

GPO Stock # 024-001-03631-2 ISBN: 9780160915086

This year's U.S. Geological Survey's wall calendar / event planner gives an eye-catching glimpse into the many facets of USGS and describes how their science is an integral part of decision-making around the world, from earthquakes to floods to...

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Coming Home: Reentry and Recovery From Space

Coming Home: Reentry and Recovery From Space

By: National Aeronautics and Space Administration

GPO Stock # 033-000-01357-4 ISBN: 9780160910647

The technologies for the reentry and recovery from space might change over time, but the challenge remains one of the most important and vexing in the rigorous efforts to bring spacecraft and their crews and cargo home successfully.

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Understanding Marine Debris: Games & Activities for Kids of All Ages: Marine Deb

Understanding Marine Debris: Games & Activities for Kids of All Ages: Marine Debris 101 (2012)

By: Commerce Dept., NOAA, Marine Debris Program, Office of Response and Restoration

GPO Stock # 003-017-00564-0 ISBN: 9780160913624

Educates children and adults about the problem of marine debris. Includes a word find page, a crossword, word scrambles, a maze, a connect the dots picture, and other activities about marine pollution and beach clean up.

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Junior Explorer Geology and Fossils Activity Book

Junior Explorer Geology and Fossils Activity Book

By: Interior Dept., Bureau of Land Management, Division of Education, Interpretation, and Partnerships

GPO Stock # 024-003-00213-5 ISBN: 9780160913631

Includes fun facts, a crossword puzzle, and activities about rocks and fossils for explorers ages 8 to 12, along with a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Junior Explorer Certificate.

Introduces basic kid-friendly concepts about geology,...

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Junior Paleontologist Activity Book, Ages 5-12, Explore, Learn, Protect

Junior Paleontologist Activity Book, Ages 5-12, Explore, Learn, Protect

By: Interior Dept., National Park Service

GPO Stock # 024-005-01300-8 ISBN: 9780160908460

More than 230 national parks are known to preserve fossils. In this booklet you can learn about ancient life, complete fun activities, and explore some of the national parks that offer you a look into the past. Illustrated in color. Discusses how...

Price: $6.00
USAMRIID Blue Book Medical Management of Biological Casualties Handbook 7th Ed.

USAMRIID\'s Medical Management of Biological Casualties Handbook

By: Defense Dept., Army, Army Medical Research Institute for Infectious Diseases

GPO Stock # 008-020-01618-7 ISBN: 9780160900150

7th edition. Known as the USAMRIID Blue Book, this invaluable handbook supplies basic summary and treatment information quickly for the health care provider on the front lines of a biological incident.

Provides concise supplemental reading...

Sale Price: $8.00
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