This set of three book volumes and fully indexed and searchable CD provides a comprehensive overview of research, technology and applications in the field of accelerators. It serves as a source for novel ideas and will familiarise researchers with advanced concepts. Invited papers dealt with areas such as accelerator technology, beam dynamics, accelerator applications, new accelerators and accelerators currently in operation. Contributions are drawn from all areas of accelerator science including low- and high-energy machines as well as accelerators for medical and industrial purposes.