Meteorologist
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
Meteorologists predict the weather so we know what to expect when we go outside. Learn more about how you can prepare for a career in meteorology.
Nanotechnologist
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
Did you ever wonder what it would be like to work with things so tiny you need special microscopes to see them? That is exactly what nanotechnologists do. These specialists work with the smallest units of matter to make new products and improve existing ones. Look inside to find out more about the scientists who use tiny bits of matter to make big discoveries.
Astronaut
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming an astronaut. Includes profiles of prominent astronauts.
Food Scientist
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming a food scientist. Includes profiles of prominent pioneers in food science.
Marine Biologist
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming a Marine biologist. Includes profiles of prominent pioneers in the study of marine biology.
Crime Scene Investigator
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
This high-profile career is described, including job tasks, expectations, and educational and personal preparation.
Bioengineer
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
Bioengineers combine science and engineering to create solutions for many kinds of problems. Find out more about what it takes to succeed as a bioengineer.
Sound Engineer
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
Music, movies and television, sports all make use of sound engineers. This book describes the tasks and expectations of this cool job.
Cyber Cop
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
Law enforcement is keeping up with technology - and the criminals attempting to take advantage of it. Cyber cops use the latest electronic devices to track and find the bad guys.
Public Health Microbiologist
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
Much of the battle against disease is fought by these scientists and their amazing equipment. This volume recounts the history as well as the current state of the art.
Forensic Psychologist
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
Is the suspect a cold-blooded killer or suffering from a mental illness? This is the kind of tough question that a forensic psychologist must help answer. These specialists combine their knowledge of psychology and the law to come up with answers. Look inside to find out more about how forensic psychologists use their skills to serve the legal system.
Forensic Science Investigator
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
The work, educational foundations, and amazing advances of the forensic science field are detailed.
Architects
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
With a focus on the importance of science and math knowledge, this book describes architectural feats past and present.
Storm Chaser
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
A group of storm chasers stands along the highway filming as a tornado rips its way across the landscape. Some storm chasers are ordinary people looking for a thrill, but many are meteorologists working to find out more about dangerous weather. Look inside to find out more about how these adventurous scientists help keep people safe from deadly storms.
Volcanologist
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
The eruption of volcanoes are one of the most awesome and destructive natural events. Scientists study volcanoes so they can prepare and warn nearby residents of potential eruptions
Robot Scientist
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
Robots, once a staple of science fiction, are a big part of science and industry today. This book gives a glimpse at the amazing things robots do.
Virtual Reality Specialist
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming a Virtual Reality Specialist Includes profiles of prominent pioneers in the industry
Fire Investigator
Part of the 21st Century Skills Library: Cool Science Careers series
Arson investigators are among the first people to arrive at the scene of a fire. These special experts examine a site to find out if a fire was an accident or arson. Look inside to find out more about how arson investigators uncover clues and use science to solve fire mysteries.
