Astronomy (Megascience : The Oecd Forum)

The OECD Megascience Forum recently brought together leading representatives of the astronomical community to discuss the frontiers of the "golden age of astronomy" and the scope for international cooperation. This volume presents information on the current status of leading-edge astronomical research - including an inventory of astronomical resources as well as new and future projects - and on the national and international mechanisms that make it possible. In particular, the book draws attention to astronomy's future needs.