The Science of Risk Analysis: Foundation and Practice offers a comprehensive exploration of risk analysis as a distinct scientific discipline. Covering the essential aspects such as understanding, assessment, perception, communication, management, governance, and policy, this book serves as both a foundational text and a practical guide for professionals and students alike. Written by Terje Aven, it delves into the key pillars that underpin risk analysis, providing clear guidance on conducting high-quality risk analysis.

Focused on strengthening the field of risk analysis, the book synthesizes and extends existing research to establish a distinct science based on recent advancements. It distinguishes between applied risk analysis, which addresses specific issues like medicine, engineering, business, or climate change, and generic risk analysis, which delves into concepts, theories, frameworks, approaches, principles, methods, and models.

By clarifying and describing fundamental risk science concepts, the book builds on recent work by the Society for Risk Analysis. It offers new perspectives on the science of risk analysis and is enriched with cases and examples relevant to contemporary issues. This makes it an indispensable resource for risk analysts, scientists, students, and practitioners in various fields who rely on risk analysis in their work.