Under the Radar: The First Woman in Radio Astronomy: Ruby Payne-Scott by Richard

Description: Under the Radar by Richard McGee, M. Goss It is rare for a complete biography of an Australian scientist, particularly of an Australian woman scientist, to be published. Until relatively recently, Ruby Payne-Scott had been the only woman scientist mentioned brie?y in histories of Australian science or of Australian radio astronomy. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description It is rare for a complete biography of an Australian scientist, particularly of an Australian woman scientist, to be published. It is rarer for such a book to be co-authored by an American. Although scientists have written discourses on the history of their discipline, it is most unusual for a scientist to write a full length biography of a colleague in his ?eld. It is also uncommon for a man to write about an Australian woman scientist; most of the work on Australian women scientists has been done by other women. However, these authors, both distinguished researchers in the ?eld of radio astr- omy, became so interested in the history of their discipline and in the career of the pioneer radio astronomer Ruby Payne-Scott that they spent some years bringing this book to fruition. Until relatively recently, Ruby Payne-Scott had been the only woman scientist mentioned brie?y in histories of Australian science or of Australian radio astronomy. This book will be an invaluable resource for anyone interested in these disciplines. Being scientists themselves, the authors explain Payne-Scotts scienti?c work in detail; therefore, the value and importance of her contributions can, for the ?rst time, be recognised, not only by historians but also by scientists. Back Cover This is the biography of Ruby Payne-Scott (1912 to 1981). As the first female radio astronomer (and one of the first people in the world to consider radio astronomy), she made classic contributions to solar radio physics. She also played a major role in the design of the Australian governments Council for Scientific and Industrial Research radars, which were in turn of vital importance in the Southwest Pacific Theatre in World War II and were used by Australian, US and New Zealand personnel. From a sociological perspective, her career also offers many examples of the perils of being a female academic in the first half of the 20th century. Written in an engaging style and complemented by many historical photographs this book gives a fascinating insight into the beginning of radio astronomy and the role of a pioneering woman in astronomy. Table of Contents Introduction: The Life of Ruby Violet Payne-Scott – 28 May 1912 (Grafton NSW, Australia) to 25 May 1981 (Sydney, Australia).- Ruby Payne-Scott: the Early Years: 1912–1938, Ancestors, Childhood, Secondary School and Sydney University.- Woodlands School, AWA, New Career Opportunities for Women in World War II.- Personnel File from CSIR/CSIRO.- War Time Research by Payne-Scott at RPL.- Payne-Scott – The First Woman Radio Astronomer and the Transition to Peacetime – 1944–1945.- Payne-Scott at Dover Heights 1945–1947: Discovery of Type I, II and III Solar Bursts and the Introduction of Fourier Synthesis in Astronomy.- Hornsby 1948: Type III Bursts Revealed; Conflicts with Bolton.- Payne-Scott at Potts Hill, 1949–1951: Movies of the Outward Motions of Solar Outbursts with the Swept-Lobe Interferometer.- Payne-Scott and URSI, 1952: Her Last Experience as a Radio Astronomer.- Reminiscences and Anecdotes of Ruby Payne-Scott as Told by Friends and Colleagues.- A Remarkable Family: Bill and Ruby Hall.- Payne-Scott, Communist Party of Australia, Commonwealth Investigation Service and Australian Security Intelligence Organisation.- Danebank School 1963–1974; the Ruby Payne-Scott Lectures.- The End of Payne-Scotts Life: A Retrospective.- Epilogue: Why Did We Write This Book?. Review From the reviews:"This is a beautifully-researched, copiously-illustrated and well-written book that tells us much more than the life of one amazing female radio astronomer. It also provides a profile on radar developments during WWII and on Australias pre-eminent place in solar radio astronomy in the years following WWII. Under the Radar is compelling reading, and if you have taken the time to read right through this review then it certainly belongs on your bookshelf!" (Wayne Orchiston, Journal of Astronomical History and Heritage, March, 2010) "Under the Radar is a technically thorough biography of Ruby Payne-Scott, who had a remarkable career as a radio astronomer in Australia. … Goss (National Radio Astronomy Observatory, New Mexico) and McGee (CSIRO, Australia) are also radio astronomers. … Summing Up: Recommended. Graduate students, researchers, faculty, and professionals." (M. Dickinson, Choice, Vol. 47 (9), May, 2010)"This detailed biography of Ruby Payne-Scott … one of the early pioneers in Sydney, is a welcome and scholarly addition to this growing body of work. … written in a style that would probably appeal more to radio astronomers with an interest in history … . The book concludes with a lengthy Appendix divided into fourteen sections covering a diverse range of subjects … ." (Peter Robertson, Historical Records of Australian Science, Vol. 22 (2), 2011)"Under the Radar, a biography of the first woman in radio astronomy … . The book Under the Radar is a much deserved look at her life and times, and is an extremely through look at her background, her family, and the astronomy and physics involved in her research, definitely one worth searching out!" (Astroguyz, April, 2012) Long Description It is rare for a complete biography of an Australian scientist, particularly of an Australian woman scientist, to be published. It is rarer for such a book to be co-authored by an American. Although scientists have written discourses on the history of their discipline, it is most unusual for a scientist to write a full length biography of a colleague in his ?eld. It is also uncommon for a man to write about an Australian woman scientist; most of the work on Australian women scientists has been done by other women. However, these authors, both distinguished researchers in the ?eld of radio astr- omy, became so interested in the history of their discipline and in the career of the pioneer radio astronomer Ruby Payne-Scott that they spent some years bringing this book to fruition. Until relatively recently, Ruby Payne-Scott had been the only woman scientist mentioned briey in histories of Australian science or of Australian radio astronomy. This book will be an invaluable resource for anyone interested in these disciplines. Being scientists themselves, the authors explain Payne-Scotts scientic work in detail; therefore, the value and importance of her contributions can, for the ?rst time, be recognised, not only by historians but also by scientists. Review Quote From the reviews:This is a beautifully-researched, copiously-illustrated and well-written book that tells us much more than the life of one amazing female radio astronomer. It also provides a profile on radar developments during WWII and on Australias pre-eminent place in solar radio astronomy in the years following WWII. Under the Radar is compelling reading, and if you have taken the time to read right through this review then it certainly belongs on your bookshelf! (Wayne Orchiston, Journal of Astronomical History and Heritage, March, 2010) Under the Radar is a technically thorough biography of Ruby Payne-Scott, who had a remarkable career as a radio astronomer in Australia. … Goss (National Radio Astronomy Observatory, New Mexico) and McGee (CSIRO, Australia) are also radio astronomers. … Summing Up: Recommended. Graduate students, researchers, faculty, and professionals. (M. Dickinson, Choice, Vol. 47 (9), May, 2010)This detailed biography of Ruby Payne-Scott … one of the early pioneers in Sydney, is a welcome and scholarly addition to this growing body of work. … written in a style that would probably appeal more to radio astronomers with an interest in history … . The book concludes with a lengthy Appendix divided into fourteen sections covering a diverse range of subjects … . (Peter Robertson, Historical Records of Australian Science, Vol. 22 (2), 2011)Under the Radar, a biography of the first woman in radio astronomy … . The book Under the Radar is a much deserved look at her life and times, and is an extremely through look at her background, her family, and the astronomy and physics involved in her research, definitely one worth searching out! (Astroguyz, April, 2012) Feature The scientifically and sociologically engaging biography of the first female radio astronomer Co-authored by the former director of the VLA operations of the US National Radio Astronomy Observatory Details ISBN364226073X Author M. Goss Publisher Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Year 2012 ISBN-10 364226073X ISBN-13 9783642260735 Format Paperback Imprint Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K Subtitle The First Woman in Radio Astronomy: Ruby Payne-Scott Place of Publication Berlin Country of Publication Germany Affiliation Radiophysics Laboratory, CSIRO, Epping, Australia Short Title UNDER THE RADAR 2010/E Language English Media Book Series Number 363 Series Astrophysics and Space Science Library DEWEY 530 Pages 354 Edition 2010th Illustrations 1 Illustrations, color; 117 Illustrations, black and white; XXI, 354 p. 118 illus., 1 illus. in color. DOI 10.1007/978-3-642-03141-0 Publication Date 2012-03-14 Edition Description 2010 ed. Alternative 9783642031403 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:96373027;

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