Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2833133 in Books
• Published on: 2001-10-16
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 384 pages

Synopsis
The Institute of Ecology at the University of Georgia is recognized globally as an outstanding ecological research centre. The evolution of the Institute of Ecology paralleled the emergence of ecology as a major discipline along with the environmental awareness movement during the last half of the 20th century. "Holistic Science: The Evolution of the Georgia Institute of Ecology (1940-2000)" assists the reader in understanding not only the challenges, opportunities, and personalities that are bound with the history of the Georgia Institute of Ecology, but also the challenges and obstacles that are involved in establishing an effective interdisciplinary research programme within traditionally fragmented boundaries. Scholars and policy makers increasingly recognize that holistic approaches are needed to address major environmental issues and problems in the 21st century.

From the Back Cover
The ecology program undertaken in Georgia was the first of its kind and paved the way for many others that have since followed, both in the academic and federal sectors. By addressing the enormous and ever-increasing interest in environment, global changes, and the place of ecological science as a basis for policy and management, this text, which includes contributions from internationally renowned experts, will be an invaluable source of information and reference for all ecologists and public policy professionals.