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An Introduction to Stochastic Processes in Physics

by Don S. Lemons ...

This "lucid, masterfully written introduction to an often difficult subject . . . belongs on the bookshelf of every student of statistical physics" (Dr. Brian J. Albright, Applied Physics Division, Los Alamos National Laboratory).This book provides an accessible introduction to stochastic processes in physics and describes the basic mathematical tools of the trade: probability, random walks, and ... Read more

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This "lucid, masterfully written introduction to an often difficult subject . . . belongs on the bookshelf of every student of statistical physics" (Dr. Brian J. Albright, Applied Physics Division, Los Alamos National Laboratory).This book provides an accessible introduction to stochastic processes in physics and describes the basic mathematical tools of the trade: probability, random walks, and
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Doing Data Science

Straight Talk from the Frontline

by Cathy O'Neil, Rachel Schutt ...

Now that people are aware that data can make the difference in an election or a business model, data science as an occupation is gaining ground. But how can you get started working in a wide-ranging, interdisciplinary field that’s so clouded in hype? This insightful book, based on Columbia University’s Introduction to Data Science class, tells you what you need to know.In many of these chapter ... Read more

£18.79

Now that people are aware that data can make the difference in an election or a business model, data science as an occupation is gaining ground. But how can you get started working in a wide-ranging, interdisciplinary field that’s so clouded in hype? This insightful book, based on Columbia University’s Introduction to Data Science class, tells you what you need to know.In many of these chapter
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Understanding Probability

by Henk Tijms ...

Understanding Probability is a unique and stimulating approach to a first course in probability. The first part of the book demystifies probability and uses many wonderful probability applications from everyday life to help the reader develop a feel for probabilities. The second part, covering a wide range of topics, teaches clearly and simply the basics of probability. This fully revised third ... Read more

£41.09

Understanding Probability is a unique and stimulating approach to a first course in probability. The first part of the book demystifies probability and uses many wonderful probability applications from everyday life to help the reader develop a feel for probabilities. The second part, covering a wide range of topics, teaches clearly and simply the basics of probability. This fully revised third
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Coin Tossing: The Hydrogen Atom of Probability

by Stefan Hollos, J. Richard Hollos ...

The coin toss is to probability theory what the hydrogen atom is to quantum mechanics. It is the simplest random event that you can imagine. There are only two possible outcomes: heads or tails. This simplicity means that many questions about coin tossing can be asked and answered in great depth, serving as a gateway for exploring probability and statistics, and a foundation for understanding many ... Read more

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The coin toss is to probability theory what the hydrogen atom is to quantum mechanics. It is the simplest random event that you can imagine. There are only two possible outcomes: heads or tails. This simplicity means that many questions about coin tossing can be asked and answered in great depth, serving as a gateway for exploring probability and statistics, and a foundation for understanding many
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Bayesian Methods in the Search for MH370

by Sam Davey, Neil Gordon, Ian Holland, Mark Rutten, Jason Williams ...

Series series SpringerBriefs in Electrical and Computer Engineering
This book demonstrates how nonlinear/non-Gaussian Bayesian time series estimation methods were used to produce a probability distribution of potential MH370 flight paths. It provides details of how the probabilistic models of aircraft flight dynamics, satellite communication system measurements, environmental effects and radar data were constructed and calibrated. The probability distribution was ... Read more

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This book demonstrates how nonlinear/non-Gaussian Bayesian time series estimation methods were used to produce a probability distribution of potential MH370 flight paths. It provides details of how the probabilistic models of aircraft flight dynamics, satellite communication system measurements, environmental effects and radar data were constructed and calibrated. The probability distribution was
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Molecular Storms

The Physics of Stars, Cells and the Origin of Life

by Liam Graham ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
“Following in the footsteps of Stephen Hawking's ‘A brief history of time’ and Simon Singh's ‘Fermat’s Last Theorem’ this exceptionally accessible book will you leave marveling at the wonders of the world and, if you didn't listen to your science teachers, wishing you had. Graham writes with the mind of a physicist and the soul of a poet.”Nicki Hayes, CCO, The Communications Practice, author of ... Read more

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“Following in the footsteps of Stephen Hawking's ‘A brief history of time’ and Simon Singh's ‘Fermat’s Last Theorem’ this exceptionally accessible book will you leave marveling at the wonders of the world and, if you didn't listen to your science teachers, wishing you had. Graham writes with the mind of a physicist and the soul of a poet.”Nicki Hayes, CCO, The Communications Practice, author of
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Fundamentals of Computational Neuroscience

Third Edition

by Thomas P. Trappenberg ...

Computational neuroscience is the theoretical study of the brain to uncover the principles and mechanisms that guide the development, organization, information processing, and mental functions of the nervous system. Although not a new area, it is only recently that enough knowledge has been gathered to establish computational neuroscience as a scientific discipline in its own right. Given the ... Read more

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Computational neuroscience is the theoretical study of the brain to uncover the principles and mechanisms that guide the development, organization, information processing, and mental functions of the nervous system. Although not a new area, it is only recently that enough knowledge has been gathered to establish computational neuroscience as a scientific discipline in its own right. Given the
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Stochastic Calculus for Finance

by Marek Capiński, Ekkehard Kopp, Janusz Traple ...

Series series Mastering Mathematical Finance
This book focuses specifically on the key results in stochastic processes that have become essential for finance practitioners to understand. The authors study the Wiener process and Itô integrals in some detail, with a focus on results needed for the Black–Scholes option pricing model. After developing the required martingale properties of this process, the construction of the integral and the ... Read more

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This book focuses specifically on the key results in stochastic processes that have become essential for finance practitioners to understand. The authors study the Wiener process and Itô integrals in some detail, with a focus on results needed for the Black–Scholes option pricing model. After developing the required martingale properties of this process, the construction of the integral and the
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Hidden Markov Models for Time Series

An Introduction Using R, Second Edition

by Walter Zucchini, Iain L. MacDonald, Roland Langrock ...

Series series Chapman & Hall/CRC Monographs on Statistics and Applied Probability
Hidden Markov Models for Time Series: An Introduction Using R, Second Edition illustrates the great flexibility of hidden Markov models (HMMs) as general-purpose models for time series data. The book provides a broad understanding of the models and their uses.After presenting the basic model formulation, the book covers estimation, forecasting, decoding, prediction, model selection, and Bayesian ... Read more

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Hidden Markov Models for Time Series: An Introduction Using R, Second Edition illustrates the great flexibility of hidden Markov models (HMMs) as general-purpose models for time series data. The book provides a broad understanding of the models and their uses.After presenting the basic model formulation, the book covers estimation, forecasting, decoding, prediction, model selection, and Bayesian
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Examples In Markov Decision Processes

by Alexey B Piunovskiy ...

Series Book 2 - Imperial College Press Optimization Series
This invaluable book provides approximately eighty examples illustrating the theory of controlled discrete-time Markov processes. Except for applications of the theory to real-life problems like stock exchange, queues, gambling, optimal search etc, the main attention is paid to counter-intuitive, unexpected properties of optimization problems. Such examples illustrate the importance of conditions ... Read more

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This invaluable book provides approximately eighty examples illustrating the theory of controlled discrete-time Markov processes. Except for applications of the theory to real-life problems like stock exchange, queues, gambling, optimal search etc, the main attention is paid to counter-intuitive, unexpected properties of optimization problems. Such examples illustrate the importance of conditions
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Introduction To Stochastic Calculus With Applications (2nd Edition)

by Fima C Klebaner ...

This book presents a concise treatment of stochastic calculus and its applications. It gives a simple but rigorous treatment of the subject including a range of advanced topics, it is useful for practitioners who use advanced theoretical results. It covers advanced applications, such as models in mathematical finance, biology and engineering.Self-contained and unified in presentation, the book ... Read more

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This book presents a concise treatment of stochastic calculus and its applications. It gives a simple but rigorous treatment of the subject including a range of advanced topics, it is useful for practitioners who use advanced theoretical results. It covers advanced applications, such as models in mathematical finance, biology and engineering.Self-contained and unified in presentation, the book
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Probability

An Introduction

by Dominic Welsh, Geoffrey Grimmett ...

Probability is an area of mathematics of tremendous contemporary importance across all aspects of human endeavour. This book is a compact account of the basic features of probability and random processes at the level of first and second year mathematics undergraduates and Masters' students in cognate fields. It is suitable for a first course in probability, plus a follow-up course in random ... Read more

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Probability is an area of mathematics of tremendous contemporary importance across all aspects of human endeavour. This book is a compact account of the basic features of probability and random processes at the level of first and second year mathematics undergraduates and Masters' students in cognate fields. It is suitable for a first course in probability, plus a follow-up course in random
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Planar Maps, Random Walks and Circle Packing

École d'Été de Probabilités de Saint-Flour XLVIII - 2018

by Asaf Nachmias ...

Series Book 2243 - Lecture Notes in Mathematics
This open access book focuses on the interplay between random walks on planar maps and Koebe’s circle packing theorem. Further topics covered include electric networks, the He–Schramm theorem on infinite circle packings, uniform spanning trees of planar maps, local limits of finite planar maps and the almost sure recurrence of simple random walks on these limits. One of its main goals is to ... Read more

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This open access book focuses on the interplay between random walks on planar maps and Koebe’s circle packing theorem. Further topics covered include electric networks, the He–Schramm theorem on infinite circle packings, uniform spanning trees of planar maps, local limits of finite planar maps and the almost sure recurrence of simple random walks on these limits. One of its main goals is to
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Decision Making under Deep Uncertainty

From Theory to Practice

Edited by Vincent A. W. J. Marchau, Warren E. Walker, Pieter J. T. M. Bloemen, Steven W. Popper ...

This open access book focuses on both the theory and practice associated with the tools and approaches for decisionmaking in the face of deep uncertainty. It explores approaches and tools supporting the design of strategic plans under deep uncertainty, and their testing in the real world, including barriers and enablers for their use in practice. The book broadens traditional approaches and tools ... Read more

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This open access book focuses on both the theory and practice associated with the tools and approaches for decisionmaking in the face of deep uncertainty. It explores approaches and tools supporting the design of strategic plans under deep uncertainty, and their testing in the real world, including barriers and enablers for their use in practice. The book broadens traditional approaches and tools
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Random Processes: First-passage And Escape

by Jaume Masoliver ...

Random processes are one of the most powerful tools in the study and understanding of countless phenomena in natural and social sciences.The book is a complete medium-level introduction to the subject. The book is written in a clear and pedagogical manner but with enough rigor and scope that can appeal to both students and researchers.This book is addressed to advanced students and professional ... Read more

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Random processes are one of the most powerful tools in the study and understanding of countless phenomena in natural and social sciences.The book is a complete medium-level introduction to the subject. The book is written in a clear and pedagogical manner but with enough rigor and scope that can appeal to both students and researchers.This book is addressed to advanced students and professional
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High Dimensional Probability X

The Będlewo Volume

Edited by Radosław Adamczak, Nathael Gozlan, Karim Lounici, Mokshay Madiman, Florence Merlevède, Elisabeth Werner ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This volume collects selected papers from the Tenth High Dimensional Probability conference, held from June 12 to 16, 2023 in Będlewo, Poland. These papers cover a wide range of topics and demonstrate how high-dimensional probability remains an active area of research with applications across many mathematical disciplines. Topics covered include:The Gram-Schmidt walk algorithm;Variance bounds ... Read more

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This volume collects selected papers from the Tenth High Dimensional Probability conference, held from June 12 to 16, 2023 in Będlewo, Poland. These papers cover a wide range of topics and demonstrate how high-dimensional probability remains an active area of research with applications across many mathematical disciplines. Topics covered include:The Gram-Schmidt walk algorithm;Variance bounds
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Probability and Stochastic Processes

by Ionut Florescu ...

A comprehensive and accessible presentation of probability and stochastic processes with emphasis on key theoretical concepts and real-world applicationsWith a sophisticated approach, Probability and Stochastic Processes successfully balances theory and applications in a pedagogical and accessible format. The book’s primary focus is on key theoretical notions in probability to provide a foundation ... Read more

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A comprehensive and accessible presentation of probability and stochastic processes with emphasis on key theoretical concepts and real-world applicationsWith a sophisticated approach, Probability and Stochastic Processes successfully balances theory and applications in a pedagogical and accessible format. The book’s primary focus is on key theoretical notions in probability to provide a foundation
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An Introduction to the Theory of Reproducing Kernel Hilbert Spaces

by Vern I. Paulsen, Mrinal Raghupathi ...

Series Book 152 - Cambridge Studies in Advanced Mathematics
Reproducing kernel Hilbert spaces have developed into an important tool in many areas, especially statistics and machine learning, and they play a valuable role in complex analysis, probability, group representation theory, and the theory of integral operators. This unique text offers a unified overview of the topic, providing detailed examples of applications, as well as covering the fundamental ... Read more

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Reproducing kernel Hilbert spaces have developed into an important tool in many areas, especially statistics and machine learning, and they play a valuable role in complex analysis, probability, group representation theory, and the theory of integral operators. This unique text offers a unified overview of the topic, providing detailed examples of applications, as well as covering the fundamental
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Quantitative Prognoseverfahren: Deskriptive Methoden der Zeitreihenanalyse

by Thomas Kramer ...

Skript aus dem Jahr 1999 im Fachbereich Mathematik - Statistik, Note: 1,0, European Business School - Internationale Universität Schloß Reichartshausen Oestrich-Winkel (EBS), Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Dieses 8-seitige Skript befasst sich mit der theoretischen Seite quantitativer Prognoseverfahren, insbesondere der Zeitreihenanalyse. Inhalte: Komponenten einer Zeitreihe Trendextrapolation o ... Read more

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Skript aus dem Jahr 1999 im Fachbereich Mathematik - Statistik, Note: 1,0, European Business School - Internationale Universität Schloß Reichartshausen Oestrich-Winkel (EBS), Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Dieses 8-seitige Skript befasst sich mit der theoretischen Seite quantitativer Prognoseverfahren, insbesondere der Zeitreihenanalyse. Inhalte: Komponenten einer Zeitreihe Trendextrapolation o
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Analysis and Probability

by Aurel Spataru ...

Probability theory is a rapidly expanding field and is used in many areas of science and technology. Beginning from a basis of abstract analysis, this mathematics book develops the knowledge needed for advanced students to develop a complex understanding of probability. The first part of the book systematically presents concepts and results from analysis before embarking on the study of ... Read more

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Probability theory is a rapidly expanding field and is used in many areas of science and technology. Beginning from a basis of abstract analysis, this mathematics book develops the knowledge needed for advanced students to develop a complex understanding of probability. The first part of the book systematically presents concepts and results from analysis before embarking on the study of
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Wahrscheinlichkeiten beim Schafkopf

by GRIN Verlag ...

Facharbeit (Schule) aus dem Jahr 2006 im Fachbereich Mathematik - Stochastik, Note: 1,0 (15 Punkte), , Veranstaltung: Mathematik Leistungskurs, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: „Schafkopf“ ist eines der ältesten bekannten Kartenspiele und erfreut sich insbesondere im süddeutschen Raum einer großen Beliebtheit. Wie die meisten anderen Kartenspiele stellt es eine Kombination aus Glücks- und ... Read more

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Facharbeit (Schule) aus dem Jahr 2006 im Fachbereich Mathematik - Stochastik, Note: 1,0 (15 Punkte), , Veranstaltung: Mathematik Leistungskurs, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: „Schafkopf“ ist eines der ältesten bekannten Kartenspiele und erfreut sich insbesondere im süddeutschen Raum einer großen Beliebtheit. Wie die meisten anderen Kartenspiele stellt es eine Kombination aus Glücks- und
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Mathematical Modeling

Branching Beyond Calculus

by Crista Arangala, Nicolas S. Luke, Karen A. Yokley ...

Series series Textbooks in Mathematics
Mathematical Modeling: Branching Beyond Calculus reveals the versatility of mathematical modeling. The authors present the subject in an attractive manner and flexibley manner. Students will discover that the topic not only focuses on math, but biology, engineering, and both social and physical sciences.The book is written in a way to meet the needs of any modeling course. Each chapter includes ... Read more

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Mathematical Modeling: Branching Beyond Calculus reveals the versatility of mathematical modeling. The authors present the subject in an attractive manner and flexibley manner. Students will discover that the topic not only focuses on math, but biology, engineering, and both social and physical sciences.The book is written in a way to meet the needs of any modeling course. Each chapter includes
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Random Walks in the Quarter Plane

Algebraic Methods, Boundary Value Problems, Applications to Queueing Systems and Analytic Combinatorics

by Guy Fayolle, Roudolf Iasnogorodski, Vadim Malyshev ...

Series Book 40 - Probability Theory and Stochastic Modelling
This monograph aims to promote original mathematical methods to determine the invariant measure of two-dimensional random walks in domains with boundaries. Such processes arise in numerous applications and are of interest in several areas of mathematical research, such as Stochastic Networks, Analytic Combinatorics, and Quantum Physics. This second edition consists of two parts.Part I is a revised ... Read more

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This monograph aims to promote original mathematical methods to determine the invariant measure of two-dimensional random walks in domains with boundaries. Such processes arise in numerous applications and are of interest in several areas of mathematical research, such as Stochastic Networks, Analytic Combinatorics, and Quantum Physics. This second edition consists of two parts.Part I is a revised
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The Cramér–Lundberg Model and Its Variants

A Queueing Perspective

by Michel Mandjes, Onno Boxma ...

Series series Mathematics and Statistics (R0)
This book offers a comprehensive examination of the Cramér–Lundberg model, which is the most extensively researched model in ruin theory. It covers the fundamental dynamics of an insurance company's surplus level in great detail, presenting a thorough analysis of the ruin probability and related measures for both the standard model and its variants.Providing a systematic and self-contained ... Read more

£42.49

This book offers a comprehensive examination of the Cramér–Lundberg model, which is the most extensively researched model in ruin theory. It covers the fundamental dynamics of an insurance company's surplus level in great detail, presenting a thorough analysis of the ruin probability and related measures for both the standard model and its variants.Providing a systematic and self-contained
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