IOP Concise Physics

IOP Concise Physics

From Astronomy to Quantum Computing, Concise Physics publishes short texts in over 30 distinct areas of physics. These books provide readers with a snapshot of current research, an introduction to key principles, a look back at historical events and people, and even delve into issues surrounding effective teaching methods. These books are aimed at researchers, students, teachers, and anyone interested in physics at all levels. The books are available for individuals in print and e-book format on this site.

Purchasing for libraries is available through the IOP at their web site: IOP Concise Physics.



Measuring Nothing, Repeatedly Measuring Nothing, Repeatedly
Allan Franklin, Ronald Laymon
There have been many recent discussions of the ‘replication crisis’ in psychology and other social sciences. This has been attributed, in part, to the fact that researchers hesitate to submit null results and journals fail to publish such results. In…
Publication Date: December, 2019

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Investigative Science Learning Environment Investigative Science Learning Environment
Eugenia Etkina, David T. Brookes, Gorazd Planinsic
The goal of this book is to introduce a reader to a new philosophy of teaching and learning physics – Investigative Science Learning Environment, or ISLE (pronounced as a small island). ISLE is an example of an “intentional” approach to curriculum de…
Publication Date: November, 2019

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Mechanics of Biological Systems Mechanics of Biological Systems
Yun Chen, Seungman Park
This book is an introduction to the mechanical properties, the force generating capacity, and the sensitivity to mechanical cues of the biological system. To understand how these qualities govern many essential biological processes, we also discuss h…
Publication Date: November, 2019

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The Physics of Noise The Physics of Noise
Edoardo Milotti
For a physicist, “noise” is not just about sounds, but refers to any random physical process that blurs measurements, and in so doing stands in the way of scientific knowledge. This book deals with the most common types of noise, their properties, an…
Publication Date: November, 2019

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Classical Mechanics, Volume 5 Classical Mechanics, Volume 5
Gregory A. DiLisi
Classical Mechanics teaches readers how to solve physics problems; in other words, how to put math and physics together to obtain a numerical or algebraic result and then interpret these results physically. These skills are important and will be need…
Publication Date: September, 2019

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Classical Mechanics, Volume 4 Classical Mechanics, Volume 4
Gregory A. DiLisi
Classical Mechanics teaches readers how to solve physics problems; in other words, how to put math and physics together to obtain a numerical or algebraic result and then interpret these results physically. These skills are important and will be need…
Publication Date: September, 2019

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Classical Mechanics, Volume 3 Classical Mechanics, Volume 3
Gregory A. DiLisi
Classical Mechanics teaches readers how to solve physics problems; in other words, how to put math and physics together to obtain a numerical or algebraic result and then interpret these results physically. These skills are important and will be need…
Publication Date: July, 2019

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Classical Mechanics, Volume 2 Classical Mechanics, Volume 2
Gregory A. DiLisi
Classical Mechanics teaches readers how to solve physics problems; in other words, how to put math and physics together to obtain a numerical or algebraic result and then interpret these results physically. These skills are important and will be need…
Publication Date: July, 2019

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Classical Mechanics, Volume 1 Classical Mechanics, Volume 1
Gregory A. DiLisi
Classical Mechanics teaches readers how to solve physics problems; in other words, how to put math and physics together to obtain a numerical or algebraic result and then interpret these results physically. These skills are important and will be need…
Publication Date: July, 2019

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Outside the Research Lab, Volume 3 Outside the Research Lab, Volume 3
Sharon Ann Holgate
The Outside the Research Lab series is a testament to the fact that the physics taught to high school and university students IS used in the real world. This book explores the physics and technology inherent to a selection of sports which have caught…
Publication Date: July, 2019

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Teaching Physics through Ancient Chinese Science and Technology Teaching Physics through Ancient Chinese Science and Technology
Matt Marone
Asian studies and Physics is a unique blend rarely found in a Western scientific classroom. The field of Asian studies is rapidly growing and the traditional study of Asian philosophy, art, language and literature is branching out into scientific re…
Publication Date: July, 2019

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The Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty The Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty
Kelsey Davenport
The Treaty on the Nonproliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), is the cornerstone of non-proliferation and disarmament efforts. Yet its negotiation and success were not inevitable. This book aims to address the developments that led to the negotiation …
Publication Date: July, 2019

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Leonhard Euler's Letters to a German Princess Leonhard Euler’s Letters to a German Princess
Ronald S. Calinger, Katya D. Denisova, Elena N. Polyakhova
Leonhard Euler’s Letters to a German Princess on Various Subjects in Physics and Philosophy is a milestone in the history of physics textbooks and the instruction of women in the sciences. It also covers views of its author on epistemology, religion,…
Publication Date: June, 2019

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The Physics of Emergence The Physics of Emergence
Robert C. Bishop
A standard view of elementary particles and forces is that they determine everything else in the rest of physics, the whole of chemistry, biology, geology, physiology and perhaps even human behavior. This reductive view of physics is popular among so…
Publication Date: June, 2019

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On The Principle of Holographic Scaling On The Principle of Holographic Scaling
Leo Rodriguez, Shanshan Rodriguez
Holographic dualities are at the forefront of contemporary physics research, peering into the fundamental nature of our universe and providing best attempt answers to humankind’s bold questions about basic physical phenomena. Yet, the concepts, ideas…
Publication Date: May, 2019

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Science in the Arena Science in the Arena
Blane Baker
The arena of sport is filled with marvelous performances and feats that, at times, seem almost beyond belief. As curious onlookers, we often wonder whether or not athletes will reach certain peaks and what determines their limits of athletic performa…
Publication Date: January, 2019

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The Physics and Art of Photography, Volume 3 The Physics and Art of Photography, Volume 3
John Beaver
This book uses art photography as a point of departure for learning about physics, while also using physics as a point of departure for asking fundamental questions about the nature of photography as an art. Although not a how-to manual, the topics c…
Publication Date: January, 2019

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The Molecule as Meme The Molecule as Meme
Jeffrey Huw Williams
It was not until 1971 that the authority for defining scientific units, the General Conference of Weights and Measures got around to defining the unit that is the basis of chemistry (the mole, or the quantity of something). Yet for all this tardiness…
Publication Date: November, 2018

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The Physics and Art of Photography, Volume 2 The Physics and Art of Photography, Volume 2
John Beaver
This book uses art photography as a point of departure for learning about physics, while also using physics as a point of departure for asking fundamental questions about the nature of photography as an art. Although not a how-to manual, the topics c…
Publication Date: November, 2018

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The Physics and Art of Photography, Volume 1 The Physics and Art of Photography, Volume 1
John Beaver
This book uses art photography as a point of departure for learning about physics, while also using physics as a point of departure for asking fundamental questions about the nature of photography as an art. Although not a how-to manual, the topics c…
Publication Date: November, 2018

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