Going Big

"This book addresses the need for scientists to understand the framework and approach in large science projects, both from the technical project management side as well as the sociology and governance of large science collaborations"-- Provided by publisher.

Christopher W. Stubbs is Professor of Physics and of Astronomy at Harvard University, where he also serves as Dean of Science. His research lies at the interface between gravity, cosmology, and particle physics.

CONTENTS: Preface vii 1 AN INTRODUCTION TO BIG PROJECTS AND LARGE TEAMS 1 2 OUR CHALLENGE: BALANCING COST, RISK, AND PERFORMANCE 7 3 THE LIFE CYCLE OF A BIG PROJECT 17 4 AN OVERVIEW OF THE PROJECT MANAGEMENT TOOLKIT 37 5 EXTERNAL REVIEWS ONCE BIG PROJECTS ARE UNDERWAY 75 6 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURES FOR PROJECTS AND COLLABORATIONS 89 7 BEING AN EFFECTIVE MEMBER OF A BIG ENDEAVOR 107 8 ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS SPECIFICALLY FOR JUNIOR SCIENTISTS 115 9 CLOSING THOUGHTS 121 Appendix 1: Review Presentation Checklist 123 Appendix 2: Example Review Charge 125 Notes 129 Bibliography 131 Index 135