Scientific Astrophotography is a work for those amateur astronomers looking for new challenges, once they have mastered visual observing and the basic imaging of various astronomical objects. It is a wonderful reference for scientifically-inclined observers who want to learn the fundamentals of astrophotography with a firm emphasis on the discipline of scientific imaging.

Foreword.- Acknowledgements.- About the Author.- Table of Contents.- List of Figures.- List of Tables.- Preface.- Chapter 1: Introduction to Scientific Astrophotography.- PART I: Astronomical Imaging System (AIS).- Chapter 2: The "Perfect AIS".- Chapter 3: The Astrograph - The Imaging Telescope.- Chapter 4: CCD Chip Performance, CCD Camera Basics, and Image Scaling Factors.- Chapter 5: Telescope Mount Factors.- Chapter 6: Imaging Filters and Auxiliary Optical/Mechanical/Electrical Components.- Chapter 7: Astrograph and CCD Combinations.- Chapter 8: Environmental and External Factors.- PART II: Astronomical Imaging System (AIS) Integration and Operation.- Chapter 9: The Practical AIS - The Sum is Greater than the Parts.- Chapter 10: Planning and Executing the AIS Data Acquisition Process.- Chapter 11: Image Acquisition and Calibration.- Chapter 12: Field Practical Exercises (FPE) - Putting It All Together.- PART III: Scientific Image Data Analysis and Advanced Amateur Scientific Projects.- Chapter 13: Scientific Image Data Uses and Innovations in AIS Components and Systems.- Chapter 14: An Introduction to Scientific Image Data Analysis.- Chapter 15: Your Scientific Imaging Program and How to Submit Your Data to Scientific Organizations.- Chapter 16: Amateur Astronomer Access to Professional-Level Observatories.- Appendices.- Index.