ISBN: 9783032305145 - six decades of risk research: a review of key publications (civil protection, disaster management, and resilience, 8) (3 risultati)

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Based on citation metrics and influence on foundational theory, which are the most influential scientific articles in risk research Explore the top journal papers on relevant risk-related topics revisited by well-known experts in the field for insights into perceiving, analysing, assessing, and mitigating risks.This open access book offers a compelling exploration of risk research, blending theory, real-world case studies, and historical insights. It reveals how risks are identified, measured, and managed across science and societal sectors. Whether you are a student, researcher, or decision-maker in policy and operational practice, this book provides a chronological and thought-provoking guide to navigating risk.Bridging theory and applied science, the book reveals how scientific disciplines perceive and respond to uncertainty. It challenges common assumptions, exposes hidden biases, and highlights the limits of prediction in an unpredictable world. The collection of influential key texts guides readers through the evolving landscape of risk analysis, from statistical models to behavioural perspectives, from technical risk assessments to sociocultural studies.The book is a call for a knowledge-based society to adopt a more reflexive perspective that allows for a deeper understanding of how national and global policy on risk is framed today. Are you prepared for a thought-provoking journey through sixty years of risk research We invite you to rethink what risk truly means and how we can better prepare for an unpredictable future.…

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