Emerging Dynamics: Science, Energy, Society and Values
Emerging Dynamics: Science, Energy, Society and Values focuses on the impact of science, science-based technology and scientific values on present-day humanity and its future. The book advocates for a science willing to accommodate both human va
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Emerging Dynamics: Science, Energy, Society and Values
Emerging Dynamics: Science, Energy, Society and Values
Loucas G. Christophorou
Emerging Dynamics: Science, Energy, Society and Values
Loucas G. Christophorou Academy of Athens Athens, Greece
ISBN 978-3-319-90712-3 ISBN 978-3-319-90713-0 (eBook) https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-90713-0 Library of Congress Control Number: 2018942504 © Springer International Publishing AG, part of Springer Nature 2018 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, express or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. The publisher remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. Printed on acid-free paper This Springer imprint is published by the registered company Springer International Publishing AG part of Springer Nature. The registered company address is: Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland
To my grandchildren Isabel, Nicholas, William, and Loucas
Foreword
The world has been changing always. Leaving aside timescales for the Universe and the geological Earth, we are nowadays witnessing fast changes in our everyday life. In addition, we understand that the world is complex. The basis in understanding complexity is to recognize that everything around us is made of interconnected and interdependent elements (particles, pieces, individuals) depending on the scale. This understanding concerns physical as well as social systems. It is a real challenge to describe such phenomena in an understandable manner without losing the scientific strictness. This book by Loucas Christophorou faces this challenge. It is written by an excellent physicist who has wide-ranging experience from working in leading laboratories of various countries, but even more than physics has been analyzed. Namely, during his career the author has developed an attentive eye not only in physics but also in looking around in the society. Whether we like it or not, in contemporary society facts do not speak for themselves but communication is needed betw
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