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Synopsis
The rapidly expanding field of galaxy formation lies at the interfaces
of astronomy, particle physics, and cosmology. Covering diverse topics
from these disciplines, all of which are needed to understand how
galaxies form and evolve, this book is ideal for researchers entering
the field.
Individual chapters explore the evolution of the Universe as a whole
and its particle and radiation content; linear and nonlinear growth of
cosmic structure; processes affecting the gaseous and dark matter
components of galaxies and their stellar populations; the formation of
spiral and elliptical galaxies; central supermassive black holes and
the activity associated with them; galaxy interactions; and the
intergalactic medium.
Emphasizing both observational and theoretical aspects, this book
provides a coherent introduction for astronomers, cosmologists, and
astroparticle physicists to the broad range of science underlying the
formation and evolution of galaxies.
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Details
| Hardback, 840 pages |
| 160 illustrations (B/W) |
| Size: 247 x 174 mm |
| Weight: 1.77 kg |
| ISBN: 978-0-521-85793-2 |
| Publisher: Cambridge University Press |
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| March 22, 2012 |
Figures from Book now available for download |
| April 8, 2011 |
Sales worldwide top 1000. |
| February 3, 2011 |
Galaxy Formation and Evolution wins 2010 PROSE award |
| June 30, 2010 |
Official release date of book (USA) |
| May 31, 2010 |
Official release date of book (Europe) |
| May 25, 2010 |
Book now on sale at Cambridge University Press |
| May 10, 2010 |
Excerpts of book are now available on
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Reviews
``Mo, van den Bosch, and White
have written a comprehensive text on the modern subject of galaxy formation and evolution.
The book is fully self-contained, covering the basic theory in depth, and including the
essential background material on observations and the relevant theory from extragalactic
astronomy, stellar astrophysics, and cosmology. It will serve as an indispensable
reference for students and researchers alike, and is destined to become a classic in this field.''
Robert C. Kennicutt, Jr.
Plumian Professor of Astronomy and Experimental Philosophy
Director, Institute of Astronomy, University of Cambridge
``Unraveling the origin and growth of cosmic
structures, from the simplicity of the Big Bang to the complexity of the modern Universe,
is an unparalleled achievement of modern science. Written by renowned world experts, this
book presents a clear, systematic and comprehensive exposition of the physics and mathematics
underlying these breathtaking advances. It is compulsory reading not only for those aspiring
to contribute to our growing understanding of the cosmos, but for all those who appreciate
the beauty and power of contemporary physical science.''
Carlos S. Frenk
Ogden Professor of Fundamental Physics
Director, Institute for Computational Cosmology, Durham University
``[...] this text breaks new
ground in being the first comprehensive review of our present
understanding of galaxy formation. [...The book] presents and explains
rigorous mathematical models of everything from the evolution of
stellar populations and chemical enrichment to the hierarchical growth
of structure from cosmological perturbations. [...] Every topic is
extremely well referenced and current (citing approximately 1500 research papers
and books with a median publication data in the mid 1990s). This book is likely
to be an essential reference for any galaxy-formation-research student or
professor. In the coming years I can see myself dipping into this treasure
trove on a very regular basis.''
Shaun Cole, in The Observatory, Dec 2010
Professor, Institute for Computational Cosmology, Durham University
``Galaxy Formation and
Evolution by Houjun Mo, Frank van den Bosch, and Simon White
is an ideal introduction for anyone with a minimal background
in astrophysics who wishes to enter the field of large-scale
structure formation. It is well suited for use in a general
astrophysics course for senior- undergraduate and graduate
students and is also an excellent reference source for more
advanced courses on specific topics in astrophysics. The
authors are leading theoretical astrophysicists who have made
major contributions to galaxy formation theory. Their text
provides a comprehensive review of relevant topics, ranging
from the growth of the first density fluctuations to the
evolution of the stellar populations in galaxies.''
Joseph Silk, in Physics Today, July 2011
Savilian Chair of Astronomy, University of Oxford
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About the Authors
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Houjun
Mo is Professor of Astrophysics at the University of
Massachusetts. He is known for his work on the formation and
clustering of galaxies and their dark matter halos.
Address: Department of Astronomy, University of Massachusetts,
710 North Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA 01003, USA
E-mail: hjmo@astro.umass.edu |
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Frank van den Bosch is Assistant Professor of Theoretical Astrophysics at
Yale University, and is known for his studies of the formation,
dynamics, and clustering of galaxies.
Address: Department of Astronomy, Yale University,
P.O. Box 208101, New Haven, CT 06520-8101, USA
E-mail: frank.vandenbosch@yale.edu |
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Simon White is Director at the Max Planck Institute for
Astrophysics in Garching. He is one of the originators of the
modern theory of galaxy formation and has received numerous
international prizes and honors.
Address: Max-Planck Institute for Astrophysics,
Karl-Schwarzschild-Str.1, 85740 Garching, Germany
E-mail: swhite@mpa-garching.mpg.de |
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