Applied mathematics Books
Clarendon Press Statistical Physics of Spin Glasses and Information Processing
Book SynopsisSpin glasses are magnetic materials. Statistical mechanics, a subfield of physics, has been a powerful tool to theoretically analyse various unique properties of spin glasses. A number of new analytical techniques have been developed to establish a theory of spin glasses. Surprisingly, these techniques have turned out to offer new tools and viewpoints for the understanding of information processing problems, including neural networks, error-correcting codes, image restoration, and optimization problems. This book is one of the first publications of the past ten years that provide a broad overview of this interdisciplinary field. Most of the book is written in a self-contained manner, assuming only a general knowledge of statistical mechanics and basic probability theory. It provides the reader with a sound introduction to the field and to the analytical techniques necessary to follow its most recent developments.Trade Review... very enjoyable to read and often opening the reader's eye to new possibilities. This is a perfect introduction to the field for students and researchers who want to study problems in information science, including the use of physics in information processing * Butsuri *Table of Contents1. Mean-field theory of phase transitions ; 2. Mean-field theory of spin glasses ; 3. Replica symmetry breaking ; 4. Gauge theory of spin glasses ; 5. Error-correcting codes ; 6. Image restoration ; 7. Associative memory ; 8. Learning in perceptron ; 9. Optimization problems ; A. Eigenvalues of the Hessian ; B. Parisi equation ; C. Channel coding theorem ; D. Distribution and free energy of K-Sat ; References ; Index
£92.25
Oxford University Press Phylogenetics
Book Synopsis''Phylogenetics'' is the reconstruction and analysis of phylogenetic (evolutionary) trees and networks based on inherited characteristics. It is a flourishing area of intereaction between mathematics, statistics, computer science and biology.The main role of phylogenetic techniques lies in evolutionary biology, where it is used to infer historical relationships between species. However, the methods are also relevant to a diverse range of fields including epidemiology, ecology, medicine, as well as linguistics and cognitive psychologyThis graduate-level book, based on the authors lectures at The University of Canterbury, New Zealand, focuses on the mathematical aspects of phylogenetics. It brings together the central results of the field (providing proofs of the main theorem), outlines their biological significance,and indicates how algorithms may be derived. The presentation is self-contained and relies on discrete mathematics with some probability theory. A set of exercises and at least one specialist topic ends each chapter.This book is intended for biologists interested in the mathematical theory behind phylogenetic methods, and for mathematicians, statisticians, and computer scientists eager to learn about this emerging area of discrete mathematics.''Phylogenetics'' in the 24th volume in the Oxford Lecture Series in Mathematics and its Applications. This series contains short books suitable for graduate students and researchers who want a well-written account of mathematics that is fundamental to current to research. The series emphasises future directions of research and focuses on genuine applications of mathematics to finance, engineering and the physical and biological sciences.Trade ReviewThe authors' versatility in words, as well as in mathematics, makes reading this book altogether an enjoyable experience for the mathematically-inclined. * Systematic Biology *The authors state in the preface that their intention is to provide "a reasonably self-contained overview of an expanding field". In our opinion, they certainly succeed in meeting that goal. * Systematic Biology *All in all, this book should serve as an excellent mathematical introduction to phylogenetics for beginners and as a good reference for experts in the field. * Systematic Biology *Concisely and clearly written, Phylogenetics is a must-read for mathematicians or computer scientists who wish to do research in molecular phylogenetics, computational biology and bioinformatics. I hope the book will attract powerful mathematicians into this exciting area of research. * TRENDS in Ecology and Evolution *... this book provides a concise and lucid summary of the mathematics literature related to phylogenetics. * TRENDS in Ecology and Evolution *Table of ContentsPreliminaries ; 1. Graphs and their role in biology ; 2. X-trees and phylogenetic trees ; 3. Trees and splits ; 4. Compatibility of characters ; 5. Maximum Parsimony ; 6. Subtrees and supertrees ; 7. Tree-based metrics ; 8. Markov models on trees ; References ; Commonly-used symbols ; Index
£119.25
Clarendon Press Group Theory in Subnuclear Physics 19 Oxford Studies in Nuclear Physics
Book SynopsisThe book, which has grown out of a course given over the past ten years, provides an introduction to group theory and its application in subnuclear physics, particularly in multi-quark systems and hadron spectroscopy. A number of exercises, with solutions, are included.Trade ReviewThe book may be treated as a modern "practical introduction to concepts of group theory and some of their applications, especially in subnuclear physics"......In the text, the general statements and investigations are illustrated by many concrete examples given, as a rule, in explicit expanded mathematical form. A large number of tables (about 50) most of which are original forms an essential part of the book. * Zeitschrift fur Mathematik *Table of Contents1. Symmetries in quantum mechanics ; 2. Elements of group theory ; 3. Linear representations of a group ; 4. Permutation group Sn ; 5. Lie groups ; 6. The orthogonal group ; 7. The Poincare group and the Lorenz group ; 8. Unitary groups ; 9. Gauge groups ; 10. Multiquark systems ; Appendix A: Conservation Laws ; Appendix B: The rearrangement theorem, Schur's lemmas and the orthogonality theorem ; Appendix C: Invariant Integration ; Appendix D: Dimension of an SU(n) irrep
£162.00
Oxford University Press The Theory of Open Quantum Systems
Book SynopsisThis book treats the central physical concepts and mathematical techniques used to investigate the dynamics of open quantum systems. To provide a self-contained presentation the text begins with a survey of classical probability theory and with an introduction into the foundations of quantum mechanics with particular emphasis on its statistical interpretation. The fundamentals of density matrix theory, quantum Markov processes and dynamical semigroups are developed. The most important master equations used in quantum optics and in the theory of quantum Brownian motion are applied to the study of many examples. Special attention is paid to the theory of environment induced decoherence, its role in the dynamical description of the measurement process and to the experimental observation of decohering Schrodinger cat states.The book includes the modern formulation of open quantum systems in terms of stochastic processes in Hilbert space. Stochastic wave function methods and Monte Carlo algTrade ReviewThis book covers a large set of topics, normally not covered in standard physics curricula ... I recommend this book to physicists interested in widening their horizons in the directions covered by the book ... I do not know of any other source providing such a systematic and well written introduction into this area of research. * Mathematical Reviews *Table of ContentsPREFACE ; ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ; PART 1: PROBABILITY IN CLASSICAL AND QUANTUM MECHANICS ; 1. Classical probability theory and stochastic processes ; 2. Quantum Probability ; PART 2: DENSITY MATRIX THEORY ; 3. Quantum Master Equations ; 4. Decoherence ; PART 3: STOCHASTIC PROCESSES IN HILBERT SPACE ; 5. Probability distributions on Hilbert space ; 6. Stochastic dynamics in Hilbert space ; 7. The stochastic simulation method ; 8. Applications to quantum optical systems ; PART 4: NON-MARKOVIAN QUANTUM PROCESSES ; 9. Projection operator techniques ; 10. Non-Markovian dynamics in physical systems ; PART 5: RELATIVISTIC QUANTUM PROCESSES ; 11. Measurements in relativistic quantum mechanics ; 12. Open quantum electrodynamics
£157.50
Oxford University Press SpectralHP Element Methods for Computational Fluid Dynamics
Book SynopsisSpectral methods have long been popular in direct and large eddy simulation of turbulent flows, but their use in areas with complex-geometry computational domains has historically been much more limited. More recently the need to find accurate solutions to the viscous flow equations around complex configurations has led to the development of high-order discretisation procedures on unstructured meshes, which are also recognised as more efficient for solution of time-dependent oscillatory solutions over long time periods. Here Karniadakis and Sherwin present a much-updated and expanded version of their successful first edition covering the recent and significant progress in multi-domain spectral methods at both the fundamental and application level. Containing over 50% new material, including discontinuous Galerkin methods, non-tensorial nodal spectral element methods in simplex domains, and stabilisation and filtering techniques, this text aims to introduce a wider audience to the use oTrade ReviewThe book contains a large amount of material, including a number of exercises, examples and figures. The book will be helpful to specialists coming into contact with CFD, applied and numerical mathematicians, engineers, physicists and specialists in climate and ocean modeling. It can also be recommended for advanced students of these disciplines. * EMS Newsletter *This book will probably help popularize the spectral/hp element method. Not only should it be recommended to researchers working on spectral/hp methods but it should also be on the wish list of all those who are interested in computational fluid dynamics. * Jean-Luc Guermond, Mathematical Reviews *Table of ContentsIntroduction ; Fundamental concepts in one dimension ; Multi-dimensional expansion bases ; Multi-dimensional formulations ; Diffusion equation ; Advection and advection-diffusion ; Non-conforming elements ; Algorithms for incompressible flows ; Incompressible flow simulations:verification and validation ; Hyperbolic conservation laws ; Appendices ; Jacobi polynomials ; Gauss-Type integration ; Collocation differentiation ; Co discontinuous expansion bases ; Characteristic flux decomposition ; References ; Index
£164.25
Clarendon Press A First Course in Coding Theory Paperback
Book SynopsisAlgebraic coding theory is a new and rapidly developing subject, motivated by immediate practical applications, but also rich in mathematical structure. This book provides an elementary yet rigorous introduction to the theory of error-correcting codes.
£71.10
Clarendon Press TypeTheoretical Grammar 1 Indices
Book SynopsisBL First book to apply type theory to natural language Per Martin Lof first presented constructive type theory in 1970 and it has become intrinsic to the foundations of mathematics and computer science. This book is the first to take an in-depth look at the theory from the point of view of linguistics and the philosophy of language.Trade Review'The formalism introduced by the author allows better understanding of the role of semantics in grammars of natural languages and supplies mechnisms for various levels of linguistic description.' T.Balanescu, Zenrrallblatt fur Mathematik und ihre Grenzgebiete No. 855, 1997Table of Contents1. Preliminary remarks ; 2. Gradual introduction to type theory ; 3. Logical operators in English ; 4. Anaphoric expressions ; 5. Temporal reference ; 6. Text and discourse ; 7. Context and possible worlds ; 8. Higher-level type theory ; 9. Sugaring and parsing ; Appendix ; Sugaring in ALF ; Bibliography ; Index
£77.40
Oxford University Press, USA An Introduction to the Kinetic Theory of Gases and Magnetoplasmas Oxford Science Publications
Book SynopsisGives a physical treatment of the kinetic theory of gases and magnetoplasmas, using mean-free-path arguments when possible and identifying problem areas where received theory has either failed or fallen short of expectations. L.C. Woods has also written "The Thermodynamics of Fluid Systems".Trade Reviewthe book presents a treatment of the kinetic theory of gases and magnetoplasmas in such a way that it covers the standard material in a way as simple as possible .,.. The book seems to radiate a deep conviction - which is appreciated by the reviewer - that the development of the kinetic theory needs not only calculational skills and computational magic in evaluating the content of the theory in model arrangements, but equally, if not in excess, deep insight into the physical processes. * I. Abonyi, Besprechungsbelege, February 1994 *Table of Contents1. Basic concepts ; 2. The Maxwellian velocity distribution ; 3. Elementary kinetic theory ; 4. Particle diffusion ; 5. Intermediate kinetic theory ; 6. Advanced kinetic theory ; 7. Boltzmann's kinetic equation ; 8. Second-order kinetic theory ; 9. Dynamics of charged particles ; 10. Kinetic theory for magnetoplasmas ; 11. Transport across strong magnetic fields ; Appendix ; References ; Index
£73.95
Oxford University Press An Introduction to Quantum Computing
Book SynopsisThis concise, accessible text provides a thorough introduction to quantum computing - an exciting emergent field at the interface of the computer, engineering, mathematical and physical sciences. Aimed at advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students in these disciplines, the text is technically detailed and is clearly illustrated throughout with diagrams and exercises. Some prior knowledge of linear algebra is assumed, including vector spaces and inner products. However, prior familiarity with topics such as quantum mechanics and computational complexity is not required.Trade ReviewThe book is spiced with Try Its, brief exercises that engage the readers in problem solving (both with and without mathematics) and help them digest the many counter-intuitive quantum information science and quantum computing concepts. * MathSciNet *Table of ContentsPreface ; 1. Introduction and background ; 2. Linear algebra and the Dirac notation ; 3. Qubits and the framework of quantum mechanics ; 4. A quantum model of computation ; 5. Superdense coding and quantum teleportation ; 6. Introductory quantum algorithms ; 7. Algorithms with super-polynomial speed-up ; 8. Algorithms based on amplitude amplification ; 9. Quantum computational complexity theory and lower bounds ; 10. Quantum error correction ; Appendices ; Bibliography ; Index
£57.95
Clarendon Press Elementary Fluid Dynamics
This textbook provides a clear and concise introduction to both theory and application of fluid dynamics. It has a wide scope, frequent references to experiments, and numerous exercises (with hints and answers).
£74.10
Oxford University Press Time Series A Biostatistical Introduction
Book SynopsisTime series analysis is one of several branches of statistics whose practical importance has increased with the availability of powerful computational tools. Methodology that was originally developed for specialized applications, for example in finance or geophysics, is now widely available within general statistical packages. The second edition of Time Series: A Biostatistical Introduction is an introductory account of time series analysis, written from the perspective of applied statisticians whose interests lie primarily in the biomedical and health sciences. This edition has a stronger focus on substantive applications, in which each statistical analysis is directed at a specific research question. Separate chapters cover simple descriptive methods of analysis, including time-plots, smoothing, the correlogram and the periodogram; theory of stationary random processes; discrete-time models for single series; continuous-time models for single series; generalized linear models for time series of counts; models for replicated series; spectral analysis, and bivariate time series.The book is unique in its focus on biomedical and health science applications, which has been strengthened in this second edition. Nevertheless, the methods described are more widely applicable. It should be useful to teachers and students on masters-level degree courses in statistics, biostatistics and epidemiology, and to biomedical and health scientists with a knowledge of statistical methods at undergraduate level. Throughout, examples based on real datasets show a close interplay between statistical method and substantive science. This book will also describe the implementation of the methods in the R computing environment and provide access to R code and datasets.
£38.00
Oxford University Press Mathematical Finance
Book SynopsisIn recent years the finance industry has mushroomed to become an important part of modern economies, and many science and engineering graduates have joined the industry as quantitative analysts, with mathematical and computational skills that are needed to solve complex problems of asset valuation and risk management. An important parallel story exists of scientific endeavour. Between 1965-1995, insightful ideas in economics about asset valuation were turned into a mathematical ''theory of arbitrage'', an enterprise whose first achievement was the famous 1973 Black-Scholes formula, followed by extensive investigations using all the resources of modern analysis and probability. The growth of the finance industry proceeded hand-in-hand with these developments. Now new challenges arise to deal with the fallout from the 2008 financial crisis and to take advantage of new technology, which has revolutionized the practice of trading. This Very Short Introduction introduces readers with no previous background in this area to arbitrage theory and why it works the way it does. Illuminating pricing theory, Mark Davis explains its applications to interest rates, credit trading, fund management and risk management. He concludes with a survey of the most pressing issues in mathematical finance today.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.Trade ReviewOnly a scholar of the highest order could provide the depth, breadth, clarity, precision, and brevity to be found in this work. Enjoy the resulting gem. * Dilip B. Madan, Professor of Finance, Robert H. Smith School of Business *This elegant little book will enthral readers looking for a clear sense of what mathematical finance is all about. Each chapter captures the essential ideas within a different aspect of the subject, without burying readers in abstruse models. Davis knows the subject so well, from both the mathematical and practical viewpoints, that he can make it accessible, relevant, and correct, all at the same time. * Darrell Duffie, Dean Witter Distinguished Professor of Finance, Stanford University *With concise explanations of the most important financial mathematical correlations and the mathematical formulas necessary for them, this book represents a successful very short introduction into this complex topic. * zbMATH *Table of ContentsPreface 1: Money, banking, and financial markets 2: Quantifying risks 3: The classical theory of option pricing 4: Interest rates 5: Credit risk 6: Fund management 7: Risk management 8: The banking crisis and its aftermatch Epilogue Further reading Index
£9.49
Oxford University Press Foundations of Science Mathematics OCP 2e Oxford
Book SynopsisMathematics plays a key part in every quantitative and theoretical subject, and is taught to all science and engineering students. Foundations of Science Mathematics bridges the gap between school and university, and spans a large range of topics, from basic arithmetic and algebra to calculus, Fourier transforms, and elementary data analysis. Problems and worked solutions are presented in an informal and readable tutorial style, making the text accessible to the novice, while its concise nature ensures that it is a useful reference for the experienced professional.The first edition primer and its companion ''Worked Problems'' workbook are combined in this new edition, and a new chapter on data analysis has been added to ensure the book remains as comprehensive and useful to students as possible.Trade ReviewThe answers to the worked examples are superb, very instructive, and include detailed sketches. * Dr Athanasia Dervisi, Cardiff University *There is a selection of worked examples in a chemistry context which help students to apply maths more efficiently in their chemistry modules. * Dr Gita Sedghi, University of Liverpool *Excellent, concise coverage of basic algebra. * Prof Scott Woodley, University College London *Table of Contents1: Basic algebra and arithmetic 2: Curves and graphs 3: Trigonometry 4: Differentiation 5: Integration 6: Taylor series 7: Complex numbers 8: Vectors 9: Matricies 10: Partial differentiation 11: Line integrals 12: Multiple integrals 13: Ordinary differential equations 14: Partial differential equations 15: Fourier series and transforms 16: Data analysis
£32.99
Oxford University Press Topology
Book SynopsisHow is a subway map different from other maps? What makes a knot knotted? What makes the Möbius strip one-sided? These are questions of topology, the mathematical study of properties preserved by twisting or stretching objects. In the 20th century topology became as broad and fundamental as algebra and geometry, with important implications for science, especially physics.In this Very Short Introduction Richard Earl gives a sense of the more visual elements of topology (looking at surfaces) as well as covering the formal definition of continuity. Considering some of the eye-opening examples that led mathematicians to recognize a need for studying topology, he pays homage to the historical people, problems, and surprises that have propelled the growth of this field. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.Trade ReviewThe book is written in an intuitive, informal and motivating style, with emphasis on concepts, ideas, examples and historical comments, and can be recommended as parallel reading for students of a basic course in topology. * Bruno Zimmermann, zbMATH *Table of Contents1: What is Topology? 2: Making Surfaces 3: Thinking Continuously 4: The Plane and Other Spaces 5: Flavours of Topology 6: More on Surfaces 7: Knot to Be Historical Timeline Further Reading Index
£9.49
Oxford University Press The Equations of Materials
Book SynopsisThis book describes some of the important equations of materials and the scientists who derived them. The text is readable and enjoyable, and is aimed at anyone interested in the manufacture, structure, properties and engineering application of materials such as metals, polymers, ceramics, semiconductors and composites.Trade ReviewA wonderful book ... that does not take more than a couple of weeks to digest. Although students these days do not purchase many books, this particular text might be considered worth owning. * Harry Bhadeshia, University of Cambridge *A unique book - there is nothing like this in materials science that combines biography and analysis of the importance of equations. * Mark Miodownik, University College London *Engaging, effective and surprisingly readable... with an unflowery and straightforward style that pushes things along. * Patrick Grant, University of Oxford *Table of Contents1: Bravais Lattices: Crystals 2: Bragg's Law: Diffraction 3: The Gibbs phase rule 4: The Boltzmann equation: Thermodynamics 5: The Arrhenius equation: Reactions 6: The Gibbs-Thomson Equation: Surfaces 7: Fick's Laws: Diffusion 8: The Scheil Equation: Solidification 9: The Avrami Equation: Phase Transformations 10: Hooke's Law: Elasticity 11: The Burgers Vector: Plasticity 12: Griffith's Equation: Fracture 13: The Fermi Level: Electrical Properties
£37.52
Oxford University Press The Dynamics of Rotating Fluids
Book SynopsisThis textbook on rotating fluid dynamics combines a pedagogical development of theoretical ideas with a description and analysis of many of the fascinating examples of rotating flows found in nature. The book is self-contained, starting in Part I with introductory chapters on fluid dynamics and waves. The largest section of the book is Part II, where a broad theoretical framework is developed for rotating flows, including Ekman layers, inertial waves, Taylor columns, Rossby waves, precession, instabilities, rotating convection, vortex breakdown, and rotating turbulence. The book ends, in Part III, with an analysis of some naturally occurring rotating flows, including tornadoes and dust devils, tidal vortices, tropical cyclones, convection in planetary cores, zonal winds in planetary atmospheres, and astrophysical accretion discs. Davidson presents a unique combination of a deep but broad theoretical framework with a detailed discussion of many naturally occurring flows. Moreover, the b
£42.75
Oxford University Press Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
Book SynopsisGeophysical Fluid Dynamics examines the dynamics of stratified and turbulent fluid motion in the atmosphere, ocean and outer core. This book explains key notions and fundamental processes of the dynamics of large- and medium-scale atmospheric and oceanic motions from the unifying viewpoint of the rotating shallow water model. The model plays a distinguished role in geophysical fluid dynamics. It has been used for about a century for conceptual understanding of various phenomena, for elaboration of approaches and methods to be used later in more complete models, for development and testing of numerical codes, and for many other purposes. In spite of its simplicity, the model grasps essential features of the complete ''primitive equations'' models, being their vertically averaged version, and gives an intuitive representation and clear vision of principal dynamical processes.This book is a combination of a course on geophysical fluid dynamics (Part 1), with explanations and illustrations
£42.75
Oxford University Press Deep Learning for Computational Imaging
Book SynopsisThis textbook offers an introduction to deep learning for solving inverse problems. It introduces deep neural networks and deep neural network based signal and image reconstruction techniques. It discusses robustness aspects, how to evaluate and test different methods, and data-centric aspects.
£38.00
Oxford University Press, USA Smoothing and Decay Estimates for Nonlinear Diffusion Equations
Book SynopsisThis text is concerned with the quantitative aspects of the theory of nonlinear diffusion equations; equations which can be seen as nonlinear variations of the classical heat equation. They appear as mathematical models in different branches of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Engineering, and are also relevant in differential geometry and relativistic physics. Much of the modern theory of such equations is based on estimates and functional analysis.Concentrating on a class of equations with nonlinearities of power type that lead to degenerate or singular parabolicity (equations of porous medium type), the aim of this text is to obtain sharp a priori estimates and decay rates for general classes of solutions in terms of estimates of particular problems. These estimates are the building blocks in understanding the qualitative theory, and the decay rates pave the way to the fine study of asymptotics. Many technically relevant questions are presented and analyzed in detail. A systematic pTrade ReviewThis book is intended to introduce graduate students to the methods and results of nonlinear diffusion equations of porous medium type, as practised today. The present text, remarkable for generality and depth, is also notable for its author's concern, throughout, to keep the important issues about varieties clearly in the foreground ... [the book] succeeds admirably, in the reviewer's opinion, in introducing its difficult subject at a level appropriate for preparing future workers in the field. * Vicentiu Radulescu, Mathematical Reviews Issue 2007k *Table of ContentsPART I; PART II; PART III
£108.00
Oxford University Press Core Maths for the Biosciences
Book SynopsisCore Maths for the Biosciences introduces the range of mathematical concepts that bioscience students need to master during thier studies. Starting from fundamental concepts, it blends clear explanations and biological examples throughout as it equips the reader with the full range of mathematical tools required by biologists today.Trade ReviewExactly the sort of thing that will be helpful in showing those with biological problems how mathematics can be very useful - and that what is really important is maintaining an intuitive understanding between the mathematics - which is essentially no more, but no less, than a way of thinking very precisely - and the actual phenomena they are dealing with...Very fine indeed. * Professor Lord May of Oxford, Department of Zoology, University of Oxford *Fantastic. Easy to understand, interactive, biologically relevant and dictated in a way that seemed as though you are almost having a conversation with the author. * James Sleigh, Student, University of Oxford *Coherent and clear. The best I have seen this kind of material treated. * Stephen Hubbard, University of Dundee *This book is by far the best of its kind, a spectacular diamond in the rough. * Helen Smith, student, University of Salford *The interactive spreadsheets are a work of genius. * Stuart Fisk, student, University of Essex *Table of ContentsPART 1: ARITHMETIC, ALGEBRA & FUNCTIONS; PART 2: CALCULUS AND DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
£50.34
Oxford University Press Models for Dynamic Macroeconomics
Book SynopsisModels for Dynamic Macroeconomics provides the advanced student with key methodological tools for the dynamic analysis of a core selection of macroeconomic phenomena, including consumption and investment choices, employment and unemployment outcomes, and economic growth. The technical treatment of these tools will enable the student to handle current journal literature, while not assuming any particular familiarity with advanced analytical tools or mathematical notions. As these tools are introduced, they are related to particular applications to illustrate their use. Each chapter includes exercises which propose extensions to the model discussed in the text as well as end of chapter review exercises designed to consolidate learning. All exercise solutions are provided at the end of the book and further reading is discussed at the end of each chapter.By bridging the gap between undergraduate economics and modern microfounded macroeconomic research, this book will be of interest to gradTrade Review'This excellent book, written by two leaders of their field, provides a rigorous introduction to modern dynamic macroeconomics. It provides the modern perspective on consumption, investment and labor markets before putting it all together in models of general equilibrium as well as models of coordination failures. The book provides a much needed stepping stone so that students can cross the gap between undergraduate textbooks and the modern literature. I recommend it highly for serious advanced undergraduate courses, as a basic text for graduate courses, and as a reference text.' * Harald Uhlig, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin *Table of ContentsPreface ; 1. Dynamic Consumption Theory ; 1.1 Permanent Income and Optimal Consumption ; 1.2 Empirical Issues ; 1.3 The Role of Precautionary Saving ; 1.4 Consumption and Financial Returns ; Appendix A1: Dynamic Programming ; Review Exercises ; Further Reading ; References ; 2. Dynamic Models of Investment ; 2.1 Convex Adjustment Costs ; 2.2 Continuous-Time Optimization ; 2.3 Steady-State and Adjustment Paths ; 2.4 The Value of Capital and Future Cash Flows ; 2.5 Average Value Capital ; 2.6 A Dynamic IS-LM Model ; 2.7 Linear Adjustment Costs ; 2.8 Irreversible Investment Under Certainty ; Appendix A2: Hamiltonian Optimization Methods ; Review Exercises ; Further Readings ; References ; 3. Adjustment Costs in the Labor Market ; 3.1 Hiring and Firing Costs ; 3.2 The Dynamics of Employment ; 3.3 Average Long-Run Effects ; 3.4 Adjustment Costs and Labor Allocation ; Appendix A3: (Two-State) Markov Processes ; Review Exercises ; Further Reading ; References ; 4. Growth in Dynamic General Equilibrium ; 4.1 Production, Savings, and Growth ; 4.2 Dynamic Optimization ; 4.3 Decentralized Production and Investment Decisions ; 4.4 Measurement of "Progress": the Solow Residual ; 4.5 Endogenous Growth and Market Imperfections ; Review Exercises ; Further Exercises ; References ; 5. Coordination and Externalities in Macroeconomics ; 5.1 Trading Externalities and Multiple Equilibria ; 5.2 A Search Model of Money ; 5.3 Search Externalities in the Labor Market ; 5.4 Dynamics ; 5.5 Externalities and Efficiency ; Review Exercises ; Further Reading ; References ; Answers to Exercises
£57.60
Oxford University Press Introduction to State Space Time Series Analysis
Book SynopsisProviding a practical introduction to state space methods as applied to unobserved components time series models, also known as structural time series models, this book introduces time series analysis using state space methodology to readers who are neither familiar with time series analysis, nor with state space methods. The only background required in order to understand the material presented in the book is a basic knowledge of classical linear regression models, of which a brief review is provided to refresh the reader''s knowledge. Also, a few sections assume familiarity with matrix algebra, however, these sections may be skipped without losing the flow of the exposition. The book offers a step by step approach to the analysis of the salient features in time series such as the trend, seasonal, and irregular components. Practical problems such as forecasting and missing values are treated in some detail. This useful book will appeal to practitioners and researchers who use time serTrade Reviewa fascinating read...excellent * CFA Society of the UK *I really recommend this book. It is a very good read and it is very reasonably priced. * Paul Eilers, The Newsletter of the Dutch Classification Society *Table of Contents1. Introduction ; 2. The Local Level Model ; 3. The Local Linear Trend Model ; 4. The Local Level Model with Seasonal ; 5. The Local Level Model with Explanatory Variable ; 6. The Local Level Model with Intervention Variable ; 7. The UK Seat Belt and Inflation Models ; 8. General Treatment of Univariate State Space Models ; 9. Multivariate Time Series Analysis ; 10. State Space and Box-Jenkins Methods for Time Series Analysis ; 11. State Space Modelling in Practice ; 12. Conclusions ; Appendix A UK Drivers KSI and Petrol Price ; Appendix B Road Traffic Fatalities in Norway and Finland ; Appendix C UK Front and Rear Seat Passengers KSI ; Appendix D UK Price Changes
£58.50
Oxford University Press Essential Quantum Mechanics
Book SynopsisQuantum mechanics - central not only to physics, but also to chemistry, materials science, and other fields - is notoriously abstract and difficult. Essential Quantum Mechanics is a uniquely concise and explanatory book that fills the gap between introductory and advanced courses, between popularizations and technical treatises.By focusing on the fundamental structure, concepts, and methods of quantum mechanics, this introductory yet sophisticated work emphasizes both physical and mathematical understanding. A modern perspective is adopted throughout - the goal, in part, being to gain entry into the world of ''real'' quantum mechanics, as used by practicing scientists.With over 60 original problems, Essential Quantum Mechanics is suitable as either a text or a reference. It will be invaluable to physics students as well as chemists, electrical engineers, philosophers, and others whose work is impacted by quantum mechanics, or who simply wish to better understand this fascinating subjecTrade ReviewVery well written, clear and to the point, and just at the right level to fill the regrettable gap between the maths-free popular books on quantum mechanics and the full courses in most textbooks. * Jeremy Butterfield, University of Cambridge *This book should be useful for undergraduate and graduate students in quantum mechanics, mathematics, materials science and Chemistry. * CERN Courier, June 2008. *If you teach quantum mechanics, you should read this book. If you are studying quantum mechanics, you should read this book. If you are vaguely interested in quantum mechanics, you should read this book. Everyone should read this book. Why? Because in this book you will find the fundamentals and the structure of quantum mechanics explained directly and clearly, with you in mind, without the naive tone of those common popularizations centered on the weirdness of the quantum [...] I wish I had had this little book (200 pages!) when I started studying quantum mechanics. [...] I find this book suitable as an uncluttered textbook for an Introduction to quantum mechanics undergraduate course in physics and engineering. * David J. Santos, Mathematical Reviews *Table of Contents1. Introduction: Three Worlds ; 2. The Quantum Postulates ; 3. What is a Quantum State? ; 4. The Structure of Quantum States ; 5. Operators ; 6. Matrix Mechanics ; 7. Commutators and Uncertainty Relations ; 8. Angular Momentum ; 9. The Time-independent Schrodinger Equation ; 10. Why is the State Complex? ; 11. Time Evolution ; 12. Wavefunctions ; Appendices
£95.00
Oxford University Press Mathematical Techniques An Introduction for the
Book SynopsisMathematical Techniques provides a complete course in mathematics, covering all the essential topics with which a physical sciences or engineering student should be familiar. It introduces and builds on concepts in a progressive, carefully-layered way, and features over 2000 end of chapter problems, plus additional self-check questions.Trade ReviewReview from previous edition This textbook offers an accessible and comprehensive grounding in many of the mathematical techniques required in the early stages of an engineering or science degree and also for the routine methods needed by first and second year mathematics students. * Engineering Designer March/April 2003 *There are also significant changes in content in the opening chapter, where the foundation material has been expanded usefully. The authors do not attempt to dodge theoretical hurdles. They are careful to explain many of the less intuitive properties of functions and to highlight generalisations without becoming over abstract. * Times Higher Education Supplement, November 2002 *Thoroughly recommended. * Zentralblatt MATH, 993:2002 *Table of ContentsPART 1. ELEMENTARY METHODS, DIFFERENTIATION, COMPLEX NUMBERS; PART 2. MATRIX AND VECTOR ALGEBRA; PART 3. INTEGRATION AND DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS; PART 4. TRANSFORMS AND FOURIER SERIES; PART 5. MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS; PART 6. DISCRETE MATHEMATICS; PART 7. PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS; PART 8. PROJECTS; SELF-TESTS: SELECTED ANSWERS; ANSWERS TO SELECTED PROBLEMS; APPENDICES; FURTHER READING; INDEX
£60.79
Oxford University Press Inc Explanation in Causal Inference
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewYes, mediation is an important topic. It has longed been used in the social sciences especially psychology. Of late there has been interest in many different fields including economics, sociology, epidemiology, political science and education, among other fields. Tyler VanderWeele is very qualified to author this book. He has contributed important work to the development of this topic and is a talented and careful researcher. I think there is potential for adoption in graduate courses in the social and biomedical sciences. I also think it could be widely purchased by applied researchers as a reference. I recommend publication. * Luke Keele, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, Penn State University *Mediation is about understanding pathways between a treatment and an outcome that lead to the outcome, i.e., mechanisms. Mechanisms are a central thing in science and statisticians have been providing new principled methods for studying these topics over especially the last 10 years. Especially in the social and behavioral sciences and in epidemiology there has been great interest in these methods, and the methodology the author wants to write about is the new stuff from the last 10 years. [VanderWeele] is the key player in statistical literature these days. He's a good communicator… Primary market: applied researchers doing mediation in epidemiology, social and behavioral sciences. Secondary market: applied statisticians teaching causal inference and/or working in the area." " * Michael Sobel, Dept Sociology, Columbia *Table of ContentsPART I: MEDIATION ANALYSIS ; Chapter 1. Explanation and Mechanism ; Chapter 2. Mediation: Introduction and Regression-Based Approaches ; Chapter 3. Sensitivity Analysis for Mediation ; Chapter 4. Mediation Analysis with Survival Data ; Chapter 5. Multiple Mediators ; Chapter 6. Mediation Analysis with Time-Varying Exposures and Mediators ; Chapter 7. Selected Topics in Mediation Analysis ; Chapter 8. Other Topics Related to Intermediates ; PART II: INTERACTION ANALYSIS ; Chapter 9. An Introduction to Interaction Analysis ; Chapter 10. Mechanistic Interaction ; Chapter 11. Bias Analysis for Interactions ; Chapter 12. Interaction in Genetics: Independence and Boosting Power ; Chapter 13. Power and Sample-Size Calculations for Interaction Analysis ; PART III: SYNTHESIS AND SPILLOVER EFFECTS ; Chapter 14. A Unification of Mediation and Interaction ; Chapter 15. Social Interactions and Spillover Effects ; Chapter 16. Mediation and Interaction: Future and Context ; Appendix. Technical Details and Proofs ; References
£115.00
Oxford University Press The Pendulum
Book SynopsisThe pendulum: a case study in physics is a unique book in several ways. Firstly, it is a comprehensive quantitative study of one physical system, the pendulum, from the viewpoint of elementary and more advanced classical physics, modern chaotic dynamics, and quantum mechanics. In addition, coupled pendulums and pendulum analogs of superconducting devices are also discussed. Secondly, this book treats the physics of the pendulum within a historical and cultural context, showing, for example, that the pendulum has been intimately connected with studies of the earth''s density, the earth''s motion, and timekeeping. While primarily a physics book, the work provides significant added interest through the use of relevant cultural and historical vignettes. This approach offers an alternative to the usual modern physics courses. The text is amply illustrated and augmented by exercises at the end of each chapter.Trade ReviewIn this well-illustrated treatment of the study of pendulum, Baker (Bryn Athyn College of the New Church) and Blackburn (Wilfrid Laurier U.) provide fascinating information about the history of the pendulum and what scientists thought it did, the revolution wrought by Foucault, the special cases of the torsion pendulum, the chaotic pendulum, the quantum pendulum, and coupled pendulums, the effects of superconductivity, and the most familiar to most of us, the pendulum clock. They include information on special interests in the appendices, such as the inverted pendulum and the longnow clock. * SciTech Book News *One of the delightful aspects of this book is its attention to historical detail. Not only does this add greatly to the enjoyment of reading it, it also gives a vivid impression of progress in our knowledge of the physical world, all too often absent in more focused and specialized works. * Contemporary Physics *The Pendulum presents insights and unusual approaches that will broaden the experience of undergraduate physics students. * Kenneth S. Krane, Physics Today *Table of Contents1. Introduction ; 2. Pendulums somewhat simple ; 3. Pendulums less simple ; 4. The Foucault pendulum ; 5. The torsion pendulum ; 6. The chaotic pendulum ; 7. Coupled pendulums ; 8. The quantum pendulum ; 9. Superconductivity and the pendulum ; 10. The pendulum clock ; A. Pendulum Q ; B. The inverted pendulum ; C. The double pendulum ; D. The cradle pendulum ; E. The long now clock ; F. The Blackburn pendulum
£46.54
Oxford University Press An Introduction to Quantitative Finance
Book SynopsisThe quantitative nature of complex financial transactions makes them a fascinating subject area for mathematicians of all types. This book gives an insight into financial engineering while building on introductory probability courses by detailing one of the most fascinating applications of the subject.Trade ReviewShort and to the point, uncluttered, unfancy, free of the faux rigor of most modern finance textbooks, written by a practitioner, that hits most of the essential principles of quantitative finance. * Emanuel Derman, author of My Life as a Quant *The author writes elegantly, and combines precision of expression with topical real-world examples in a way that makes this an exceptional work. * Frank Kelly, University of Cambridge *It is all too rare to find clear thinking, based on first principles, combined with practical understanding of financial markets. This is precisely what Stephen Blyth offers, drawing equally on his mathematical and statistical training and his career in quantitative finance. This book beautifully explains both the profound implications of no-arbitrage theory for the prices of fixed-income derivative securities, and also the pitfalls in practical applications. * John Y Campbell, Harvard University *Table of ContentsI INTRODUCTION AND PRELIMINARIES; II FORWARDS, SWAPS AND OPTIONS; III REPLICATION, RISK-NEUTRALITY AND THE FUNDAMENTAL THEOREM; IV INTEREST RATE OPTIONS; V THROUGH CONTINUOUS TIME
£40.84
Oxford University Press, USA Fluid Dynamics Part 2 Asymptotic Problems of Fluid Dynamics
Book SynopsisIn this second volume the reader is introduced to asymptotic methods. These are now an inherent part of applied mathematics, and are used in different branches of physics, but it was fluid dynamics where asymptotic techniques were first introduced.Table of Contents1. Perturbation Methods ; 2. Asymptotic Problems of Subsonic Flow Theory ; 3. Supersonic Flows past Thin Aerfoils ; 4. Transonic Flows ; 5. Hypersonic Flows ; 6. Low-Reynold-Number Flows
£71.25
Oxford University Press Inc Investment Science
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPREFACE1. Introduction PART I. DETERMINISTIC CASH FLOWS2. The Basic Theory of Interest3. Fixed Income Securities4. The Term Structure of Interest Rates5. Applied Interest Rate Analysis PART II. SINGLE-PERIOD RANDOM CASH FLOWS6. Mean-Variance Portfolio Theory7. The Capital Asset Pricing Model8. Other Pricing Models9. Data and Statistics10. Risk Measures11. General Principles PART III. DERIVATIVE SECURITIES12. Forwards, Futures, and Swaps13. Models of Asset Dynamics14. Basic Options Theory15. Additional Options Topics16. Interest Rate Derivatives17. Credit Risk PART IV. GENERAL CASH FLOW STREAMS18. Optimal Portfolio Growth19. General Investment Evaluation APPENDIX A: Basic Probability Theory APPENDIX B: Calculus and Optimization
£246.99
Oxford University Press Inc Quantum Mechanics
Book SynopsisThis textbook presents quantum mechanics at the junior/senior undergraduate level. It is unique in that it describes not only quantum theory, but also presents five laboratories that explore truly modern aspects of quantum mechanics. These laboratories include proving that light contains photons, single-photon interference, and tests of local realism.The text begins by presenting the classical theory of polarization, moving on to describe the quantum theory of polarization. Analogies between the two theories minimize conceptual difficulties that students typically have when first presented with quantum mechanics. Furthermore, because the laboratories involve studying photons, using photon polarization as a prototypical quantum system allows the laboratory work to be closely integrated with the coursework.Polarization represents a two-dimensional quantum system, so the introduction to quantum mechanics uses two-dimensional state vectors and operators. This allows students to become comfortable with the mathematics of a relatively simple system, before moving on to more complicated systems. After describing polarization, the text goes on to describe spin systems, time evolution, continuous variable systems (particle in a box, harmonic oscillator, hydrogen atom, etc.), and perturbation theory.The book also includes chapters which describe material that is frequently absent from undergraduate texts: quantum measurement, entanglement, quantum field theory and quantum information. This material is connected not only to the laboratories described in the text, but also to other recent experiments. Other subjects covered that do not often make their way into undergraduate texts are coherence, complementarity, mixed states, the density operator and coherent states.Supplementary material includes further details about implementing the laboratories, including parts lists and software for running the experiments. Computer simulations of some of the experiments are available as well. A solutions manual for end-of-chapter problems is available to instructors.Trade ReviewI think this is an excellent text, and I recommend it strongly for an advanced undergraduate course in quantum mechanics. * mark Fox, University of Sheffield, Contemporary Science *Table of ContentsPreface ; Table of Symbols ; 1 Mathematical Preliminaries ; 2 Classical Description of Polarization ; 3 Quantum States ; 4 Operators ; 5 Measurement ; 6 Spin-1/2 ; 7 Angular Momentum and Rotation ; 8 Two-Particle Systems and Entanglement ; 9 Time Evolution and the Schrodinger Equation ; 10 Position and Momentum ; 11 Wave Mechanics and the Schrodinger Equation ; 12 The Harmonic Oscillator ; 13 Wave Mechanics in Three Dimensions ; 14 Time-Independent Perturbation Theory ; 15 Time-Dependent Perturbation Theory ; 16 Quantum Fields ; 17 Quantum Information ; Laboratories ; Getting Started ; Before Lab ; Important Laboratory Safety Tips ; Lab 1: Spontaneous Parametric Downconversion ; Lab 2: 'Proof' of the Existence of Photons ; Lab 3: Single Photon Interference ; Lab 4: Quantum State Measurement ; Lab 5: Testing Local Realism
£110.50
The University of Chicago Press Perspectives in Computation
Book SynopsisComputation is the process of applying a procedure or algorithm to the solution of a mathematical problem. This book covers three broad topics: the computation process and its limitations, the search for computational efficiency, and the role of quantum mechanics in computation.Trade Review"A beautiful little book.... It succeeds so well because Geroch believes that 'physics is a human activity' and wants to share some of its joy with others." - Physics Today"
£81.00
The University of Chicago Press Perspectives in Computation
Book SynopsisComputation is the process of applying a procedure or algorithm to the solution of a mathematical problem. This book covers three broad topics: the computation process and its limitations, the search for computational efficiency, and the role of quantum mechanics in computation.Trade Review"A beautiful little book.... It succeeds so well because Geroch believes that 'physics is a human activity' and wants to share some of its joy with others." - Physics Today"
£26.60
The University of Chicago Press Deviant Logic Fuzzy Logic Beyond the Formalism
Book SynopsisIn this volume, Haack includes the complete text of Deviant Logic, as well as five additional papers that expand and update it. Two of these essays critique fuzzy logic, while three augment Deviant Logic's treatment of deduction and logical truth.
£28.50
The University of Chicago Press Several Complex Variables
Book SynopsisDrawn from lectures given by Raghavan Narasimhan at the University of Geneva and the University of Chicago, this book presents the part of the theory of several complex variables pertaining to unramified domains over C . Topics discussed are Hartogs' theory, domains in holomorphy, and automorphism of bounded domains.
£38.00
Columbia University Press The Why of Things
Book SynopsisFrom the author of the landmark bestseller The-Thirty-Six-Hour-Day comes a lucid, engaging, and nuanced treatment of one of the essential questions in science, medicine, and life: "Why?"Trade ReviewPeter Rabins shows incredible breadth of knowledge and his thesis-that there are three distinct approaches to causation, appropriate for different types of questions-is compelling. His writing is engaging, and the subject matter is deeply relevant. -- Simon Levin, Princeton University, author of Fragile Dominion: Complexity and the Commons Peter Rabin's book draws upon science, statistics, philosophy, and religion to stretch readers' thinking about the 'why' and 'how' of what happens. It provides a remarkably lucid synthesis of diverse ideas about causality based on superb scholarship and is always entertaining. I heartily recommend it. -- David Reuben, MD, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles From the two year old child's endlessly nested 'why' questions to the Old Testament and the modern scientist, and through many philosophers in between, Peter Rabins takes us on a fascinating quest in search of answers to that seemingly simplest of all questions: Why? Simple but enigmatic because, like the two year old, how do we know when to be satisfied and how do we know when we know? Throughout The Why of Things, Rabins examines fundamental aspects of how we know-or don't. In his erudite yet accessible book, readers will learn everything from philosophical categorization to nonlinear dynamics in a way that will suddenly make sense, even if they never do find out exactly why. -- Stuart Firestein, Columbia University, author of Ignorance: How It Drives Science if you're looking to learn how to better reason things out through logic and comparative analysis, then this one may be for you. Lifelong Dewey Blog Quite simply, wow. This is one of the most complex, mind-boggling and ultimately satisfying books I have read in a very long time. The Garden Window Blog A most enjoyable read and source of inspiration. The book constitutes a noteworthy addition to Professor Rabins' academic production... Philosophers of science - and perhaps more specifically philosophers interested in causality, explanation, or medicine - would gain a lot in reading it. MetascienceTable of ContentsPreface Introduction 1. Historical Overview: The Four Approaches to Causality 2. The Three-Facet Model: An Overview 3. The Answer Is Either "No" or "Yes": Causality as a Categorical Concept 4. Probabilities 5. A Third Model of Causality: The Emergent 6. Empirical: The Physical Sciences 7. Empirical: The Biological Sciences 8. Empirical: Epidemiology 9. Narrative Truth: The Empathic Method 10. Cause in the Ecclesiastic Tradition 11. Seeking the Why of Things: The Model Applied References Index
£21.25
Columbia University Press The Why of Things
Book SynopsisFrom the author of the landmark bestseller The-Thirty-Six-Hour-Day comes a lucid, engaging, and nuanced treatment of one of the essential questions in science, medicine, and life: "Why?"Trade ReviewPeter Rabins shows incredible breadth of knowledge and his thesis-that there are three distinct approaches to causation, appropriate for different types of questions-is compelling. His writing is engaging, and the subject matter is deeply relevant. -- Simon Levin, Princeton University, author of Fragile Dominion: Complexity and the Commons Peter Rabin's book draws upon science, statistics, philosophy, and religion to stretch readers' thinking about the 'why' and 'how' of what happens. It provides a remarkably lucid synthesis of diverse ideas about causality based on superb scholarship and is always entertaining. I heartily recommend it. -- David Reuben, MD, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles From the two year old child's endlessly nested 'why' questions to the Old Testament and the modern scientist, and through many philosophers in between, Peter Rabins takes us on a fascinating quest in search of answers to that seemingly simplest of all questions: Why? Simple but enigmatic because, like the two year old, how do we know when to be satisfied and how do we know when we know? Throughout The Why of Things, Rabins examines fundamental aspects of how we know-or don't. In his erudite yet accessible book, readers will learn everything from philosophical categorization to nonlinear dynamics in a way that will suddenly make sense, even if they never do find out exactly why. -- Stuart Firestein, Columbia University, author of Ignorance: How It Drives Science if you're looking to learn how to better reason things out through logic and comparative analysis, then this one may be for you. Lifelong Dewey Blog Quite simply, wow. This is one of the most complex, mind-boggling and ultimately satisfying books I have read in a very long time. The Garden Window Blog A most enjoyable read and source of inspiration. The book constitutes a noteworthy addition to Professor Rabins' academic production... Philosophers of science - and perhaps more specifically philosophers interested in causality, explanation, or medicine - would gain a lot in reading it. MetascienceTable of ContentsPreface Introduction 1. Historical Overview: The Four Approaches to Causality 2. The Three-Facet Model: An Overview 3. The Answer Is Either "No" or "Yes": Causality as a Categorical Concept 4. Probabilities 5. A Third Model of Causality: The Emergent 6. Empirical: The Physical Sciences 7. Empirical: The Biological Sciences 8. Empirical: Epidemiology 9. Narrative Truth: The Empathic Method 10. Cause in the Ecclesiastic Tradition 11. Seeking the Why of Things: The Model Applied References Index
£15.29
Columbia University Press A Survival Guide to the Misinformation Age
Book SynopsisA step-by-step strategy for protecting ourselves against the phony claims, trendy pseudoscience, and sloppy thinking that permeate our world.Trade ReviewA Survival Guide to the Misinformation Age is a no-holds-barred paean to the scientific mode of thinking. Helfand's wide-ranging, interdisciplinary, humorously cynical intellect comes through at every turn. -- J. Craig Wheeler, University of Texas at Austin A Survival Guide for the Misinformation Age is an impassioned plea for science literacy. Given the state of the world today, in which scientifically underinformed voters elect scientifically illiterate politicians, David Helfand has written the right book at the right time with the right message. Read it now. The future of our civilization may depend on it. -- Neil deGrasse Tyson, astrophysicist, American Museum of Natural History David Helfand's Survival Guide to the Misinformation Age gives readers a chance to spend time with one this country's clearest and best critical thinkers. Helfand channels Steven Pinker's ability to dissect language with John Alan Paulos's ability to explain numbers with Richard Dawkins' ability to explain our existence (to obtain food, to avoid being food, and to reproduce) with George Carlin's ability to make us laugh. Using personal anecdotes (he's a Red Sox fan), Helfand teaches us how to think through questions as diverse as why the moon doesn't make us lunatics to why it only takes twenty-three people to have a 50:50 chance that two will have the same birthday. A real pleasure. -- Paul Offit, University of Pennsylvania Important and timely. Library Journal Helfand's work is an admirable response to a long-standing problem of sloppy thinking. Publishers Weekly Helfand is a man brimming with incredible insights on the universe. Dave's Universe A must-read for anyone presuming to call themselves a scientist and a should-read for anyone just trying to make sense of the overwhelming volume of data and real and concocted 'proofs' of nearly everything that spews forth from the Internet on demand. This book provides a road map for teaching students how to both celebrate science and how to view their primary source of information with skepticism and caution. Every science teacher should read this book. -- John Ziegler NSTA Recommends For those with an arts and humanities background, this book offers many valuable lessons... For everyone else it provides a vital antidote to the ills of misinformation by teaching systematic and rigorous scientific reasoning. -- Marina Gerner Times Literary Supplement Highly recommended. CHOICE How I wish everyone would read, appreciate, and follow [David J. Helfand's] guidance. Physics TodayTable of ContentsForeword Acknowledgments Introduction: Information, Misinformation, and Our Planet's Future 1. A Walk in the Park 2. What Is Science? 3. A Sense of Scale Interlude 1: Numbers 4. Discoveries on the Back of an Envelope 5. Insights in Lines and Dots Interlude 2: Language and Logic 6. Expecting the Improbable 7. Lies, Damned Lies, and Statistics 8. Correlation, Causation ... Confusion and Clarity 9. Definitional Features of Science 10. Applying Scientific Habits of Mind to Earth's Future 11. What Isn't Science 12. The Triumph of Misinformation; The Peril of Ignorance 13. The Unfinished Cathedral Appendix: Practicing Scientific Habits of Mind Notes Index
£21.25
Columbia University Press A Survival Guide to the Misinformation Age
Book SynopsisA step-by-step strategy for protecting ourselves against the phony claims, trendy pseudoscience, and sloppy thinking that permeate our world.Trade ReviewA Survival Guide to the Misinformation Age is a no-holds-barred paean to the scientific mode of thinking. Helfand's wide-ranging, interdisciplinary, humorously cynical intellect comes through at every turn. -- J. Craig Wheeler, University of Texas at Austin A Survival Guide for the Misinformation Age is an impassioned plea for science literacy. Given the state of the world today, in which scientifically underinformed voters elect scientifically illiterate politicians, David Helfand has written the right book at the right time with the right message. Read it now. The future of our civilization may depend on it. -- Neil deGrasse Tyson, astrophysicist, American Museum of Natural History David Helfand's Survival Guide to the Misinformation Age gives readers a chance to spend time with one this country's clearest and best critical thinkers. Helfand channels Steven Pinker's ability to dissect language with John Alan Paulos's ability to explain numbers with Richard Dawkins' ability to explain our existence (to obtain food, to avoid being food, and to reproduce) with George Carlin's ability to make us laugh. Using personal anecdotes (he's a Red Sox fan), Helfand teaches us how to think through questions as diverse as why the moon doesn't make us lunatics to why it only takes twenty-three people to have a 50:50 chance that two will have the same birthday. A real pleasure. -- Paul Offit, University of Pennsylvania Important and timely. Library Journal Helfand's work is an admirable response to a long-standing problem of sloppy thinking. Publishers Weekly Helfand is a man brimming with incredible insights on the universe. Dave's Universe A must-read for anyone presuming to call themselves a scientist and a should-read for anyone just trying to make sense of the overwhelming volume of data and real and concocted 'proofs' of nearly everything that spews forth from the Internet on demand. This book provides a road map for teaching students how to both celebrate science and how to view their primary source of information with skepticism and caution. Every science teacher should read this book. -- John Ziegler NSTA Recommends For those with an arts and humanities background, this book offers many valuable lessons... For everyone else it provides a vital antidote to the ills of misinformation by teaching systematic and rigorous scientific reasoning. -- Marina Gerner Times Literary Supplement Highly recommended. CHOICE How I wish everyone would read, appreciate, and follow [David J. Helfand's] guidance. Physics TodayTable of ContentsForeword Acknowledgments Introduction: Information, Misinformation, and Our Planet's Future 1. A Walk in the Park 2. What Is Science? 3. A Sense of Scale Interlude 1: Numbers 4. Discoveries on the Back of an Envelope 5. Insights in Lines and Dots Interlude 2: Language and Logic 6. Expecting the Improbable 7. Lies, Damned Lies, and Statistics 8. Correlation, Causation ... Confusion and Clarity 9. Definitional Features of Science 10. Applying Scientific Habits of Mind to Earth's Future 11. What Isn't Science 12. The Triumph of Misinformation; The Peril of Ignorance 13. The Unfinished Cathedral Appendix: Practicing Scientific Habits of Mind Notes Index
£17.09
University of Illinois Press The Mathematical Theory of Communication
Book SynopsisShannon's major precept, that all communication is essentially digital, is now so commonplace among the modern digitalia that many wonder why Shannon needed to state such an obvious axiomTrade Review"A beautiful example of a theory that unifies hitherto separate branches of physical science, and Dr. Weaver makes important suggestions as to how this unity may be extended to include semantics and pragmatics."--Philosophical Review"Readers who are interested in language, communication, meaning, and related problems will find this monograph rewarding."--Quarterly Review of Biology "This book cannot be ignored by anyone with direct professional concern with these applications and many applied physicists without this concern should, like the reviewer, find the book absorbing."--S. Whitehead, British Journal of Applied Physics
£42.75
MIT Press Ltd Decision Making Under Uncertainty
Book Synopsis
£68.40
MIT Press Ltd Gaussian Processes for Machine Learning
Book SynopsisA comprehensive and self-contained introduction to Gaussian processes, which provide a principled, practical, probabilistic approach to learning in kernel machines.Gaussian processes (GPs) provide a principled, practical, probabilistic approach to learning in kernel machines. GPs have received increased attention in the machine-learning community over the past decade, and this book provides a long-needed systematic and unified treatment of theoretical and practical aspects of GPs in machine learning. The treatment is comprehensive and self-contained, targeted at researchers and students in machine learning and applied statistics. The book deals with the supervised-learning problem for both regression and classification, and includes detailed algorithms. A wide variety of covariance (kernel) functions are presented and their properties discussed. Model selection is discussed both from a Bayesian and a classical perspective. Many connections to other well-known techniques from
£43.20
ABC-CLIO The Nature of Information.
Book SynopsisYoung traces the evolution of the term information from its general linguistic use into the mainstream of modern science, proposing an entirely new definition of information as a mass-energy phenomenon.Table of ContentsIntroduction Part I: Information Part II: Form Part III: The Nature of Information Part IV: Mind Part V: Coda Notes Bibliography Index About the Authors
£83.68
Gulf Publishing Company Formulas and Calculations for Drilling Production
Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. Basic Calculations 2. Rig Calculations 3. Pressure Control 4. Fluid Calculations 5. Cementing Calculations 6. Well Hydraulics 7. Drilling Calculations 8. Air and Gas Calculations
£104.55
Taylor & Francis Ltd Math and Art
Book SynopsisMath and Art: An Introduction to Visual Mathematics explores the potential of mathematics to generate visually appealing objects and reveals some of the beauty of mathematics. It includes numerous illustrations, computer-generated graphics, photographs, and art reproductions to demonstrate how mathematics can inspire or generate art.Focusing on accessible, visually interesting, and mathematically relevant topics, the text unifies mathematics subjects through their visual and conceptual beauty. Sequentially organized according to mathematical maturity level, each chapter covers a cross section of mathematics, from fundamental Euclidean geometry, tilings, and fractals to hyperbolic geometry, platonic solids, and topology. For art students, the book stresses an understanding of the mathematical background of relatively complicated yet intriguing visual objects. For science students, it presents various elegant mathematical theories and notions.Features Provides an accessible introduction to mathematics in art Supports the narrative with a self-contained mathematical theory, with complete proofs of the main results (including the classification theorem for similarities) Presents hundreds of figures, illustrations, computer-generated graphics, designs, photographs, and art reproductions, mainly presented in full color Includes 21 projects and approximately 280 exercises, about half of which are fully solved Covers Euclidean geometry, golden section, Fibonacci numbers, symmetries, tilings, similarities, fractals, cellular automata, inversion, hyperbolic geometry, perspective drawing, Platonic and Archimedean solids, and topology New to the Second Edition New exercises, projects and artworks Revised, reorganized and expanded chapters More use of color throughout Trade Review"A beautiful book that brings out a wide range of mathematics, ancient to modern, with rich and often unexpected connections to the visual arts."– Catherine A. Gorini, Maharishi International University"Kalajdzievski takes us on a fascinating journey through the most visual subjects in mathematics. This book has the rare quality of not only organizing topics in a sequence that reveals how geometric concepts build upon one another, but also presenting each topic in a compact and self-contained manner for readers who prefer to browse for different entry points into the text. Although verbal explanations and mathematical formulae abound here, it is the colorful diagrams and photographs that capture the attention and enchant the eye. "– James Mai, Professor of Art, Illinois State University"The book presents mathematical and geometrical topics which can be expressed as the artistic pieces and serve to inspiring the artists to explore visual beauty and power of mathematics. In comparison with the first edition (of 2008), this book is noticeably extended to 280 exercises (from 190 originally) with solutions given to a half of them, 740 figures and artworks (from 556 previously), and 21 projects suggested for students.[. . . ] The book contains various illustrations and computer-generated graphics, photographs and art reproductions almost in each page, revealing an astonishing interaction of mathematics and artistic findings in human civilization and culture. [. . . ] The book can be useful to instructors and students, and interesting to any readers wishing to extend their knowledge and understanding of the esthetics and science of the visual math and mathematical art."– Technometrics"There are many books about mathematics and art; this one distinguishes itself as an “unorthodox geometry textbook,” with exercises and fun art projects. The book is based on 20 years of offering a course to more than 10,000 students. It stops short of covering some of the mathematics (groups are mentioned but not defined), though one theorem (classification of similarities) is proved in an appendix. Topics are Euclidean geometry, transformations of the plane, similarities and fractals, hyperbolic geometry, perspective, three-dimensional objects, and topology. The book averages two figures per page, with many utterly beautiful in color. You might be surprised at the sophisticated mathematical content of some crop circles (no doubt made by aliens!), and amazed by some of the illustrations of artworks."– Mathematics Magazine, MAAPraise for the First Edition"This delightful book grew out of set of teaching notes for an interdisciplinary course called Math in Art that was co-taught by a mathematician and an artist or architect. … The mathematical ideas are presented visually in a way that seems quite natural, and it engages the reader through explorations with lots of hands-on exercises. The mathematical presentation is solid, and the choice of topics puts the focus on the visual presentation of mathematical concepts. The illustrations are beautiful! … This text is very readable. The mathematics is accessible to those with little mathematical background, and yet the presentation is still engaging for those with more background."—MAA Reviews, March 2009"All in all, this work offers an excellent account of art inspired by mathematics and art generated by mathematics, and it should interest readers in both fields. Summing Up: Highly Recommended."– R.M. Davis, emeritus, Albion College, in Choice: Current Review for Academic Libraries, February 2009, Vol. 46, No. 6Table of ContentsChapter 1. Euclidean Geometry. 1.0. Introduction. 1.1. The Five Axioms of Euclidean Geometry. 1.2. Ruler and Compass Constructions. 1.3. The Golden Ratio. 1.4. Fibonacci Numbers. Chapter 2. Plane Transformations. 2.1. Plane Symmetries. 2.2.* Plane Symmetries, Vectors, and Matrices (Optional). 2.3. Groups of Symmetries Of Planar Objects. 2.4. Frieze Patterns. 2.5. Wallpaper Designs and Tilings of the Plane. 2.6. Tilings and Art. Chapter 3. Similarities, Fractals, and Cellular Automata. 3.1. Similarities and some other Planar Transformations. 3.2.* Complex Numbers (Optional). 3.3. Fractals: Definition and Some Examples. 3.4. Julia Sets. 3.5. Cellular Automata. Chapter 4. Hyperbolic Geometry. 4.1. Non-Euclidean Geometries: Background and Some History. 4.2. Inversion. 4.3. Hyperbolic Geometry. 4.4. Some Basic Constructions in the Poincaré Model. 4.5. Tilings of the Hyperbolic Plane. Chapter 5. Perspective. 5.1. Perspective: A brief overview of the Evolution of the rules of perspective. 5.2. Perspective Drawing and Constructions of Some Two-Dimensional (Planar) Objects. 5.3. Perspective Images of Three-Dimensional Objects. 5.4.* Mathematics of Perspective Drawing: A Brief Overview (Optional). Chapter 6. Some Three-Dimensional Objects. 6.1. Regular and Other Polyhedra. 6.2. Sphere, Cylinder, Cone, and Conic Sections. 6.3. Geometry, Tilings, Fractals, and Cellular Automata in Three Dimensions. Chapter 7. Topology. 7.1. Homotopy of Spaces: An Informal Introduction. 7.2. Two-Manifolds and The Euler Characteristic. 7.3. Non-Orientable Two-Manifolds and Three-Manifolds. Appendix: Classification Theorem for Similarities. Solutions.
£56.04
Taylor & Francis Ltd Combinatorics of Permutations
Book SynopsisA CHOICE Outstanding Academic Title, the first edition of this bestseller was lauded for its detailed yet engaging treatment of permutations. Providing more than enough material for a one-semester course, Combinatorics of Permutations, third edition continues to clearly show the usefulness of this subject for both students and researchers.The research in combinatorics of permutations has advanced rapidly since this book was published in a first edition. Now the third edition offers not only updated results, it remains the leading textbook for a course on the topic.Coverage is mostly enumerative, but there are algebraic, analytic, and topological parts as well, and applications.Since the publication of the second edition, there is tremendous progress in pattern avoidance (Chapters 4 and 5). There is also significant progress in the analytic combinatorics of permutations, which will be incorporated. A completely new technique from extremal comTable of ContentsForewardPreface to the First EditionPreface to the Second EditionPreface to the Third EditionAcknowledgementsIntroduction: No Way around It.1.In One Line and Close: Permutations as Linear Orders2.In One Line and Anywhere: Permutations as Linear Orders- Inversions3.In Many Circles: Permutations as Products of Cycles4.In Any Way but This: Pattern Avoidance—the Basics5.In This Way, but Nicely: Pattern Avoidance-Follow Up6.Mean and Insensitive: Random Permutations7.Permutations and the Rest: Algebraic Combinatorics of Permutations8.Get Them All: Algorithms and Permutations9.How Did We Get Here? Permutations as Genome RearrangementsDo Not Look Just Yet: Solutions to Odd-Numbered ExercisesReferencesList of Frequently Used NotationIndex
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Taylor & Francis Ltd An Introduction to Economic Dynamics
Book SynopsisAn Introduction to Economic Dynamics provides a framework for students to appreciate and understand the basic intuition behind economic models and to experiment with those models using simulation techniques in MATLAB. This book goes beyond the often-limited scope of other texts on economic models, which have largely focused on elucidating static equilibrium models. Comparative static analysis inhibits students from asking how the equilibrium position is achieved from an initial out-of-equilibrium position and limits their understanding of the dynamics that underlie such analysis. In this textbook, readers are introduced to ten well-established macroeconomic models including Keynesian multiplier models, Samuelson's multiplier and Solow's growth model and guided through the dynamical systems behind each model. Every chapter begins with an overview of the economic problem which the model is designed to help solve followed by an explanation of the mathematics of the moTrade Review "This book is a welcome addition to the literature on economic dynamics. Its clear writing style and the emphasis on coding using MATLAB® make it a compelling text for introducing undergraduate economics students to stability issues, cycles, and growth. The emphasis on both standard models like the Solow growth model and less standard ones such as the Goodwin growth cycle appeal to a broad spectrum of economists in the profession, and the highly competent authors have put years of experience with the material into a highly accessible textbook. I highly recommend the book to anyone willing to incorporate numerical methods into macroeconomic courses."Daniele Tavani, Associate Professor, Colorado State UniversityTable of Contents1. Introduction to Economic Dynamics 2. The Cobweb Model 3. Expectation Dynamics in the Cobweb Model 4. Keynesian Multiplier Model 5. The IS/LM Model 6. Debt, Deficit and Stabilization Policy 7. Expectation Dynamics and Hyperinflation 8. The Dornbusch Exchange Rate Overshooting Model 9. The Solow-Swan Growth Model 10. An Endogenous Growth Model 11. Business Cycles I: Samuelson’s Multiplier-Accelerator Model 12. Business Cycles II: The Real Business Cycle Model Appendix A. Difference and Differential Equations Appendix B. Matlab Codes
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Measure and Integration A First Course
Book SynopsisThis concise text is intended as an introductory course in measure and integration. It covers essentials of the subject, providing ample motivation for new concepts and theorems in the form of discussion and remarks, and with many worked-out examples. The novelty of Measure and Integration: A First Course is in its style of exposition of the standard material in a student-friendly manner. New concepts are introduced progressively from less abstract to more abstract so that the subject is felt on solid footing. The book starts with a review of Riemann integration as a motivation for the necessity of introducing the concepts of measure and integration in a general setting. Then the text slowly evolves from the concept of an outer measure of subsets of the set of real line to the concept of Lebesgue measurable sets and Lebesgue measure, and then to the concept of a measure, measurable function, and integration in a more general setting. Again, intTable of ContentsPreface. Note to the Reader. Review of Riemann Integral. Lebesgue Measure. Measure and Measurable Functions. Integral of Positive Measurable Functions. Integral of Complex Measurable Functions. Integration on Product Spaces. Fourier Transform. References. Index.
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CRC Press Phase Transformations in Metals and Alloys
Book SynopsisRevised to reflect recent developments in the field, Phase Transformation in Metals and Alloys, Fourth Edition, continues to be the most authoritative and approachable resource on the subject. It supplies a comprehensive overview of specific types of phase transformations, supplemented by practical case studies of engineering alloys. The book's unique presentation links a basic understanding of theory with application in a gradually progressive yet exciting manner. Based on the authors' teaching notes, the text takes a pedagogical approach and provides examples for applications and problems that can be readily used for exercises.NEW IN THE FOURTH EDITION 40% of the figures and 30% of the text Insights provided by numerical modelling techniques such as ab initio, phase field, cellular automaton, and molecular dynamics Insights from the application of advanced experimental techniques, such as hTable of Contents1. Thermodynamics and Phase Diagrams 2. Diffusion 3. Crystal Interfaces and Microstructure 4. Solidification 5. Diffusional Transformations in Solids 6. Diffusionless Martensitic Transformations
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