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1) Astronauts!
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Describes the work and working conditions of astronauts.
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Change people's lives for the better with . . . BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERS! Give the gift of sight! Create ways for people to walk for the first time! Design machines that can make hearts keep pumping! These talented experts use science and technology to improve lives. It takes engineering and a little imagination, but the experts in this book are working hard at the frontiers of science. Every book in the SCIENTISTS IN ACTION! series takes you on a journey...
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The climate of the Earth is changing ... and scientists are fanning out around the globe to find out why. The crucial questions need to be answered, and the answers are in the field, in the storms, under the ice, and off in the clouds. Climate experts risk life and limb to bring in the facts that will help us change the world ... for the better.
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When a crime is committed, police call in . . . the scientists! More than ever before, science plays a huge role in crime detection and investigation. Visit the scenes of crimes and find out how these experts look at evidence and help bring criminals to justice. In the lab or in the streets . . . crime scene techs are always on the go. Every book in the SCIENTISTS IN ACTION! series takes you on a journey where science and adventure meet. Science is...
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"Hackers are out to get you ... but these experts are on the job to stop them! Cybercrime is a growing problem, affecting businesses, governments, and individuals. A growing number of computer wizards are using science to prevent crime ... or track down the cybercriminals. Visit this secret world inside!"--Publisher's website.
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Discover a new kind of sea creature! Save a whale from a fishing net! Swim with the dolphins, seals, and sea lions! Marine biologists simply cant do their work cooped up in a lab they need to be out in the ocean, diving among the creatures they study. Inside, meet some world experts in marine biology and find out why they love their adventure-filled jobs.
11) Robot Builders!
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Build a robot that can help a blind person see! Design a machine that can read to children, build a car, or walk on Mars! Robot builders and designers are creating new and amazing robots every day. They are finding ways to put robotics into every part of human life. Read on to find out what's next on this amazing trip. Every book in the SCIENTISTS IN ACTION! series takes you on a journey where science and adventure meet. Science is not just for the...
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Archaeologists are like detectives. They find objects from the past and treat them as clues to understanding what life was like long ago. This title aims to create meaningful connections between the scientific concepts readers learn in the classroom and how they are applied in the real world by archaeologists searching for answers.
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Astronomers look up into the sky and yearn to understand the universe. They ask questions about the distant stars and galaxies and wonder what lies beyond them. This title aims to create meaningful connections between the scientific concepts readers learn in the classroom and how they are applied in the real world by astronomers searching for answers.
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"Are you fascinated by insects? Welcome to the field of entomology. This book shows how entomologists study insects to learn about Earth's history, find ways to prevent the spread of diseases some carry, use insects in agriculture, and much more. With an estimated 1.3 million species, there's always something new in the world of insects."--
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Environmental scientists look at their natural surroundings and think about future generations. They want to understand how the human activities of today are affecting the health of the environment, what that means for the future, and what can be done about it. This title aims to create meaningful connections between the scientific concepts readers learn in the classroom and how they are applied in the real world by environmental scientists searching...
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"Geologists study earthquakes and volcanoes and are fascinated by the power of Earth's processes. They want to understand why the earth shifts and erupts, and figure out how to better predict and plan for these hazards. This title aims to create meaningful connections between the scientific concepts readers learn in the classroom and how they are applied in the real world by geologists searching for answers."--
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"Food scientists apply their knowledge of chemistry, biology, and other sciences to the study and analysis of food. This compelling title explains how food scientists search for ways to improve the ways food is grown and prepared commercially for thousands of people."--
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