1. How the Laser Happened (Hardcover)
by Charles H. Townes 
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Description: ISBN10: 0195122682, ISBN13: 9780195122688, [publisher: Oxford University Press Inc, New York] Hardcover Hardcover. In How the Laser Happened, Nobel laureate Charles Townes provides a highly personal look at some of the leading events in twentieth-century physics. Townes was inventor of the maser, of which the laser is one example; an originator of spectroscopy using microwaves; and a pioneer in the study of gas clouds in galaxies and around stars. Throughout his career he has also been deeply engaged with issues outside of academic research. He worked on appliedresearch projects for Bell Labs; served on the board of directors for General Motors; and devoted extensive effort to advising the government on science, policy, and defense. This memoir traceshis multifaceted career from its beginnings on the family farm in South Carolina. Spanning decades of ground-breaking research, the book provides a hands-on description of how working scientists and inventors get their ideas. It also gives a behind-the-scenes look at the scientific community, showing how scientists respond to new ideas and how they approach a variety of issues, from priority and patents to the social and political implications of their work. In addition, Townes touches on thesociology of science, uncovering some of the traditions and values that are invisible to an outsider. A towering and energetic figure, Townes has explored or pioneered most ofthe roles available to the modern scientist. In addition to fundamental research, he was actively involved in the practical uses of the laser and in the court cases to defend the patent rights. He was a founding member of the Jasons, an influential group of scientists that independently advises the government on defense policy, and he played an active part in scientific decisions and policies from the Truman through the Reagan administration. This lively memoir, packed with first-hand accountsand historical anecdotes, is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of science and an inspiring example for students considering scientific careers. This book is the memoir of a life devoted to scientific research, and also to the application of this research in the public sphere. The book describes the maser, of which the laser is a special application, and also sheds light on the relationship between science and policy from Truman to Reagan. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. [Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1999]  

2. How the Laser Happened (Hardcover)
by Charles H. Townes 
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Description: ISBN10: 0195122682, ISBN13: 9780195122688, [publisher: Oxford University Press Inc, New York] Hardcover Hardcover. In How the Laser Happened, Nobel laureate Charles Townes provides a highly personal look at some of the leading events in twentieth-century physics. Townes was inventor of the maser, of which the laser is one example; an originator of spectroscopy using microwaves; and a pioneer in the study of gas clouds in galaxies and around stars. Throughout his career he has also been deeply engaged with issues outside of academic research. He worked on appliedresearch projects for Bell Labs; served on the board of directors for General Motors; and devoted extensive effort to advising the government on science, policy, and defense. This memoir traceshis multifaceted career from its beginnings on the family farm in South Carolina. Spanning decades of ground-breaking research, the book provides a hands-on description of how working scientists and inventors get their ideas. It also gives a behind-the-scenes look at the scientific community, showing how scientists respond to new ideas and how they approach a variety of issues, from priority and patents to the social and political implications of their work. In addition, Townes touches on thesociology of science, uncovering some of the traditions and values that are invisible to an outsider. A towering and energetic figure, Townes has explored or pioneered most ofthe roles available to the modern scientist. In addition to fundamental research, he was actively involved in the practical uses of the laser and in the court cases to defend the patent rights. He was a founding member of the Jasons, an influential group of scientists that independently advises the government on defense policy, and he played an active part in scientific decisions and policies from the Truman through the Reagan administration. This lively memoir, packed with first-hand accountsand historical anecdotes, is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of science and an inspiring example for students considering scientific careers. This book is the memoir of a life devoted to scientific research, and also to the application of this research in the public sphere. The book describes the maser, of which the laser is a special application, and also sheds light on the relationship between science and policy from Truman to Reagan. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. [Truganina, VIC, Australia] [Publication Year: 1999]  

3. How the Laser Happened : Adventures of a Scientist
by Charles H. Townes 
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by Townes Charles H 
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by Townes Charles H 
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by Townes Charles H 
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by Townes, Charles H. 
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by Townes, Charles H. 
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by Charles H. Townes 
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by Townes Charles H. 
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by Townes, Charles H. 
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16. How the Laser Happened Adventures of a Scientist
by Townes Charles H. 
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Description: N,Y.: Oxford University Press, Date: 1999. 200 pp. Green boards. Like new, only sign of use is name of previous owner in the top right of inner cover page. Unclipped pictorial jacket. Nobel laureate Charles Townes provides a highly personal look at some of the leading events in twentieth-century physics. Townes was inventor of the maser, of which the laser is one example; an originator of spectroscopy using microwaves; and a pioneer in the study of gas clouds in galaxies and around stars. Throughout his career he has also been deeply engaged with issues outside of academic research. He worked on applied research projects for Bell Labs; served on the board of directors for General Motors; and devoted extensive effort to advising the government on science, policy, and defense... First Edition. Hardcover. Near Fine/Near Fine. "6x9 1/4". 1999. Oxford University Press ISBN 0195122682 9780195122688 [US] 

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by Townes, Charles H. 
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by Townes, Charles H. 
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by Townes, Charles H. 
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Description: N, Y. Oxford University Press 1999 First Edition Hardcover Near Fine in Near Fine jacket "6x9 1/4" 200 pp. Green boards. Like new, only sign of use is name of previous owner in the top right of inner cover page. Unclipped pictorial jacket. Nobel laureate Charles Townes provides a highly personal look at some of the leading events in twentieth-century physics. Townes was inventor of the maser, of which the laser is one example; an originator of spectroscopy using microwaves; and a pioneer in the study of gas clouds in galaxies and around stars. Throughout his career he has also been deeply engaged with issues outside of academic research. He worked on applied research projects for Bell Labs; served on the board of directors for General Motors; and devoted extensive effort to advising the government on science, policy, and defense.. 

20. How the Laser Happened Adventures of a Scientist
by Townes, Charles H. 
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Description: ISBN10: 0195122682, ISBN13: 9780195122688, [publisher: Oxford University Press, N,Y.] Hardcover First Edition 200 pp. Green boards. Like new, only sign of use is name of previous owner in the top right of inner cover page. Unclipped pictorial jacket. Nobel laureate Charles Townes provides a highly personal look at some of the leading events in twentieth-century physics. Townes was inventor of the maser, of which the laser is one example; an originator of spectroscopy using microwaves; and a pioneer in the study of gas clouds in galaxies and around stars. Throughout his career he has also been deeply engaged with issues outside of academic research. He worked on applied research projects for Bell Labs; served on the board of directors for General Motors; and devoted extensive effort to advising the government on science, policy, and defense. Size: "6x9 1/4" [Madison, NJ, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1999]  

21. How the Laser Happened. Adventures of a Scientist. (SIGNED BY CHARLES H. TOWNES.)
by TOWNES, Charles H. [Hard] (1915-2015): 
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by Townes, Charles H. 
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by Charles H. Townes 
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by Townes Charles H. 
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by Townes Charles H 
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by Townes Charles H 
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by Townes Charles H 
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by Charles H. Townes 
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