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2023 | Book

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Trajectories in Oceanography

Author: Emil Stanev

Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland

Book Series : Springer Oceanography

Part of: Springer Professional "Wirtschaft+Technik" , Springer Professional "Technik" , Springer Professional "Wirtschaft"

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About this book

This book presents the development of oceanography of European regional and coastal seas over the last 50 years. It describes the evolution of scientific practice alongside the technological development of measurements and computer modelling. Emphasis is placed on transformation of basic research into applied science and services. This reflects the growing public awareness of ocean issues. The recent advancements in the field of operational oceanography are presented as an important scientific response to the needs of environmental protection and sustainable development. The book could be of interest to scientists and students in various fields of oceanography, to practitioners in the field, and to the general readership interested in environmental sciences.

Table of Contents

Frontmatter
In Search of a Destination
Abstract
In this chapter, I describe my path to science, starting from my first encounters with physics. Reflections on the Earth sciences, meteorology, physical oceanography, and geophysics are given by way of comparison between Earth sciences and physics. A significant part of this chapter is devoted to fluid mechanics and numerical modeling.
Emil Stanev
Further into the Ocean
Abstract
Regional oceanography is presented in this part by focusing on the European semi-enclosed seas, among them the Black Sea, the Marmara Sea, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Baltic Sea. Most of the results originate from numerical models.
Emil Stanev
From Regional to Coastal Oceanography
Abstract
This part is dedicated to research and development in the European coastal zone, which is of great importance, as coastal regions are among the most productive, rich in terms of ecosystems, resources, and services, but also among the most affected and exploited areas on the planet.
Emil Stanev
New Observing and Modeling Systems and New Scientific Applications
Abstract
This chapter presents some innovative measurements and their optimal use. It also makes a step toward the physics of estuaries and demonstrates a number of coastal applications.
Emil Stanev
Operational Oceanography and Future Scientific and Societal Challenges
Abstract
By integrating observations, theory, and numerical modeling, operational oceanography provides routine oceanographic information needed for decision-making purposes. These three foundations on which operational oceanography rests have been discussed in previous chapters. Now, it will be analyzed how monitoring and forecasting activities are organized in Europe and worldwide.
Emil Stanev
Afterword
Abstract
Concerns about the degradation of the planet are addressed, as well as some issues about how to better manage the living environment. The digitalization of science and scientific applications is placed at the forefront as a must in the drive to make the ocean predictable, clean, healthy, and resilient to impacts. The new role that science and technology will play in the future is also discussed.
Emil Stanev
Backmatter
Metadata
Title
Trajectories in Oceanography
Author
Emil Stanev
Copyright Year
2023
Electronic ISBN
978-3-031-33720-8
Print ISBN
978-3-031-33719-2
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-33720-8