Explore the World of Science and Discover What’s Different

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, people are seeking answers to various science and health-related questions, such as viruses, vaccines, and herd immunity. Additionally, global efforts to promote sustainability continue to gain momentum. The United Nations’ Sustainable Goals campaign highlights the importance of sustainable living, stating that if the global population reaches 9.6 billion by 2050, we would require the resources of almost three planets to sustain our current lifestyles.

Against this backdrop, our nine-volume set offers a comprehensive overview of various scientific disciplines, including timely topics like 5G technology, augmented reality, cybersecurity, and sustainability. The set covers all major umbrellas of science, including engineering, technology, mathematics, and the medical and health sciences, providing a thorough understanding of current scientific knowledge and technology.

The Need for Accessible and Timely Science Information

The emphasis on STEM education programs (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) has created a need for accessible, timely, and solid science information. This demand starts early, extending from elementary school to undergraduate and graduate classes. Even users at public libraries are keen to access information on topics their children are studying or have seen in the news.

A Comprehensive Overview of Scientific Knowledge

Aligned with national science standards and high school science curricula, our set covers all major areas of science, such as physical science, life science, earth and space science, and technology. The alphabetically arranged entries and full-color photos provide a user-friendly format, making it easy to access and decipher the broad scope of information.

Each entry describes scientific concepts, provides overviews of scientific subjects, and defines key terms. With nearly 2,600 total entries, including approximately 34 new entries, and over 1,300 full-color photos, illustrations, graphs, and maps, this set is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to explore the world of science.

Features and Benefits

• Content reviewed by academic experts and hundreds of contributors from across the world
• Nearly 2,600 total entries, including approximately 34 new entries
• Over 1,300 full-color photos, illustrations, graphs, and maps
• A general index to access places, subjects, titles, and proper names mentioned within the text
• Breakout boxes that highlight key terms important in understanding the topic