Horizons in World Physics

This book presents original research results on the leading edge of physics. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial research results across a broad spectrum. Topics presented in this compilation include the production of isomers by spallation and the consequences for nuclear science; solar flare numerical magnetohydrodynamic simulation and solar flare models; X and Gamma ray interactions with soft contact lenses; visible light therapy research and the structure; and, development of barrier discharges at atmospheric pressure.