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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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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

$78.65 NZD

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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An Introduction to Probability

With MATHEMATICA®

by Edward P C Kao ...

The main objective of this text is to facilitate a student's smooth learning transition from a course on probability to its applications in various areas. To achieve this goal, students are encouraged to experiment numerically with problems requiring computer solutions.Contents:PrefaceNotations and AbbreviationsPermutation and CombinationAxiom of ProbabilityConditional ProbabilityRandom Variables< ... Read more

$78.99 NZD

The main objective of this text is to facilitate a student's smooth learning transition from a course on probability to its applications in various areas. To achieve this goal, students are encouraged to experiment numerically with problems requiring computer solutions.Contents:PrefaceNotations and AbbreviationsPermutation and CombinationAxiom of ProbabilityConditional ProbabilityRandom Variables<
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Simulating Copulas: Stochastic Models, Sampling Algorithms, And Applications (Second Edition)

by Matthias Scherer, Jan-frederik Mai ...

Series Book 6 - Series In Quantitative Finance
'The book remains a valuable tool both for statisticians who are already familiar with the theory of copulas and just need to develop sampling algorithms, and for practitioners who want to learn copulas and implement the simulation techniques needed to exploit the potential of copulas in applications.'Mathematical ReviewsThe book provides the background on simulating copulas and multivariate ... Read more

$160.99 NZD

'The book remains a valuable tool both for statisticians who are already familiar with the theory of copulas and just need to develop sampling algorithms, and for practitioners who want to learn copulas and implement the simulation techniques needed to exploit the potential of copulas in applications.'Mathematical ReviewsThe book provides the background on simulating copulas and multivariate
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Nonlinearly Perturbed Semi-Markov Processes

by Dmitrii Silvestrov, Sergei Silvestrov ...

Series series SpringerBriefs in Probability and Mathematical Statistics
The book presents new methods of asymptotic analysis for nonlinearly perturbed semi-Markov processes with a finite phase space. These methods are based on special time-space screening procedures for sequential phase space reduction of semi-Markov processes combined with the systematical use of operational calculus for Laurent asymptotic expansions. Effective recurrent algorithms are composed for ... Read more

$101.99 NZD

The book presents new methods of asymptotic analysis for nonlinearly perturbed semi-Markov processes with a finite phase space. These methods are based on special time-space screening procedures for sequential phase space reduction of semi-Markov processes combined with the systematical use of operational calculus for Laurent asymptotic expansions. Effective recurrent algorithms are composed for
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Perturbed Semi-Markov Type Processes II

Ergodic Theorems for Multi-Alternating Regenerative Processes

by Dmitrii Silvestrov ...

This book is the second volume of a two-volume monograph devoted to the study of limit and ergodic theorems for regularly and singularly perturbed Markov chains, semi-Markov processes, and multi-alternating regenerative processes with semi-Markov modulation.The second volume presents a complete classification of ergodic theorems for alternating regenerative processes, including more than twenty ... Read more

$243.99 NZD

This book is the second volume of a two-volume monograph devoted to the study of limit and ergodic theorems for regularly and singularly perturbed Markov chains, semi-Markov processes, and multi-alternating regenerative processes with semi-Markov modulation.The second volume presents a complete classification of ergodic theorems for alternating regenerative processes, including more than twenty
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Occupancy Estimation and Modeling

Inferring Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence

by James D. Nichols, James E. Hines, J. Andrew Royle, Kenneth H. Pollock, Darryl I. MacKenzie, Larissa Bailey ...

Occupancy Estimation and Modeling: Inferring Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence, Second Edition, provides a synthesis of model-based approaches for analyzing presence-absence data, allowing for imperfect detection. Beginning from the relatively simple case of estimating the proportion of area or sampling units occupied at the time of surveying, the authors describe a wide variety of ... Read more

$123.61 NZD

Occupancy Estimation and Modeling: Inferring Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence, Second Edition, provides a synthesis of model-based approaches for analyzing presence-absence data, allowing for imperfect detection. Beginning from the relatively simple case of estimating the proportion of area or sampling units occupied at the time of surveying, the authors describe a wide variety of
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Random Processes

A First Look, Second Edition,

by Syski ...

Series series Statistics: A Series of Textbooks and Monographs
This book develops appreciation of the ingenuity involved in the mathematical treatment of random phenomena, and of the power of the mathematical methods employed in the solution of applied problems. It is intended to students interested in applications of probability to their disciplines. ... Read more

$60.75 NZD

This book develops appreciation of the ingenuity involved in the mathematical treatment of random phenomena, and of the power of the mathematical methods employed in the solution of applied problems. It is intended to students interested in applications of probability to their disciplines.
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Basics of Probability and Stochastic Processes

by Esra Bas ...

Series series Mathematics and Statistics (R0)
This textbook explores probability and stochastic processes at a level that does not require any prior knowledge except basic calculus. It presents the fundamental concepts in a step-by-step manner, and offers remarks and warnings for deeper insights. The chapters include basic examples, which are revisited as the new concepts are introduced. To aid learning, figures and diagrams are used to help ... Read more

$101.53 NZD

This textbook explores probability and stochastic processes at a level that does not require any prior knowledge except basic calculus. It presents the fundamental concepts in a step-by-step manner, and offers remarks and warnings for deeper insights. The chapters include basic examples, which are revisited as the new concepts are introduced. To aid learning, figures and diagrams are used to help
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Conceptual Econometrics Using R

by C.R. Rao, Hrishikesh D. Vinod ...

Series Book 41 - Handbook of Statistics
Conceptual Econometrics Using R, Volume 41 provides state-of-the-art information on important topics in econometrics, including quantitative game theory, multivariate GARCH, stochastic frontiers, fractional responses, specification testing and model selection, exogeneity testing, causal analysis and forecasting, GMM models, asset bubbles and crises, corporate investments, classification, ... Read more

$381.90 NZD

Conceptual Econometrics Using R, Volume 41 provides state-of-the-art information on important topics in econometrics, including quantitative game theory, multivariate GARCH, stochastic frontiers, fractional responses, specification testing and model selection, exogeneity testing, causal analysis and forecasting, GMM models, asset bubbles and crises, corporate investments, classification,
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Multidimensional Signal Processing

by Arni S.R. Srinivasa Rao, Kumar Vijay Mishra, Gonzalo R. Arce ...

Series Book 54 - Handbook of Statistics
Multidimensional Signal Processing, Volume 54 in the Handbook of Statistics series is dedicated to presenting the latest developments and methodologies in multidimensional signal processing. The book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the theories, models, and methods that form the foundation of this field. Chapters in this new release include Robust Parameter Estimation of Two ... Read more

$467.23 NZD

Multidimensional Signal Processing, Volume 54 in the Handbook of Statistics series is dedicated to presenting the latest developments and methodologies in multidimensional signal processing. The book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the theories, models, and methods that form the foundation of this field. Chapters in this new release include Robust Parameter Estimation of Two
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Mathematics of Computational Finance

by Andrzej Palczewski ...

The book focuses on numerical methods for derivative pricing with an emphasis on their mathematical foundations. It offers the most frequently explored numerical methods of derivative pricing and covers the material of standard courses in computational finance. The book presents the best-known methods of multinomial trees, Monte Carlo simulations for European, American, and exotic options, and ... Read more

$78.65 NZD

The book focuses on numerical methods for derivative pricing with an emphasis on their mathematical foundations. It offers the most frequently explored numerical methods of derivative pricing and covers the material of standard courses in computational finance. The book presents the best-known methods of multinomial trees, Monte Carlo simulations for European, American, and exotic options, and
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An Introduction to Stochastic Modeling

by Gabriel Lord, Cónall Kelly ...

An Introduction to Stochastic Modeling, Fifth Edition bridges the gap between basic probability and an intermediate level course in stochastic processes, serving as the foundation for either a one-semester or two-semester course in stochastic processes for students familiar with elementary probability theory and calculus. The objectives are to introduce students to the standard concepts and ... Read more

$165.13 NZD

An Introduction to Stochastic Modeling, Fifth Edition bridges the gap between basic probability and an intermediate level course in stochastic processes, serving as the foundation for either a one-semester or two-semester course in stochastic processes for students familiar with elementary probability theory and calculus. The objectives are to introduce students to the standard concepts and
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The Theory of Probability

Explorations and Applications

by Santosh S. Venkatesh ...

From classical foundations to advanced modern theory, this self-contained and comprehensive guide to probability weaves together mathematical proofs, historical context and richly detailed illustrative applications. A theorem discovery approach is used throughout, setting each proof within its historical setting and is accompanied by a consistent emphasis on elementary methods of proof. Each topic ... Read more

$176.86 NZD

From classical foundations to advanced modern theory, this self-contained and comprehensive guide to probability weaves together mathematical proofs, historical context and richly detailed illustrative applications. A theorem discovery approach is used throughout, setting each proof within its historical setting and is accompanied by a consistent emphasis on elementary methods of proof. Each topic
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Lectures On Mathematical Finance And Related Topics

by Yuri Kifer ...

Rigorous mathematical finance relies strongly on two additional fields: optimal stopping and stochastic analysis. This book is the first one which presents not only main results in the mathematical finance but also these 'related topics' with all proofs and in a self-contained form. The book treats both discrete and continuous time mathematical finance. Some topics, such as Israeli (game) ... Read more

$160.76 NZD

Rigorous mathematical finance relies strongly on two additional fields: optimal stopping and stochastic analysis. This book is the first one which presents not only main results in the mathematical finance but also these 'related topics' with all proofs and in a self-contained form. The book treats both discrete and continuous time mathematical finance. Some topics, such as Israeli (game)
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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

$68.41 NZD

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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Deep Learning

by Arni S.R. Srinivasa Rao, Venu Govindaraju, C.R. Rao ...

Series Book 48 - Handbook of Statistics
Deep Learning, Volume 48 in the Handbook of Statistics series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of timely topics, including Generative Adversarial Networks for Biometric Synthesis, Data Science and Pattern Recognition, Facial Data Analysis, Deep Learning in Electronics, Pattern Recognition, Computer Vision and Image Processing, ... Read more

$424.22 NZD

Deep Learning, Volume 48 in the Handbook of Statistics series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of timely topics, including Generative Adversarial Networks for Biometric Synthesis, Data Science and Pattern Recognition, Facial Data Analysis, Deep Learning in Electronics, Pattern Recognition, Computer Vision and Image Processing,
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Introduction to Queueing Systems with Telecommunication Applications

by Laszlo Lakatos, Laszlo Szeidl, Miklos Telek ...

The book is composed of two main parts: mathematical background and queueing systems with applications. The mathematical background is a self containing introduction to the stochastic processes of the later studies queueing systems. It starts with a quick introduction to probability theory and stochastic processes and continues with chapters on Markov chains and regenerative processes. More recent ... Read more

$101.53 NZD

The book is composed of two main parts: mathematical background and queueing systems with applications. The mathematical background is a self containing introduction to the stochastic processes of the later studies queueing systems. It starts with a quick introduction to probability theory and stochastic processes and continues with chapters on Markov chains and regenerative processes. More recent
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Probability And Stochastic Processes: Work Examples

by Odile Pons ...

The book is intended to undergraduate students, it presents exercices and problems with rigorous solutions covering the mains subject of the course with both theory and applications.The questions are solved using simple mathematical methods: Laplace and Fourier transforms provide direct proofs of the main convergence results for sequences of random variables.The book studies a large range of ... Read more

$64.99 NZD

The book is intended to undergraduate students, it presents exercices and problems with rigorous solutions covering the mains subject of the course with both theory and applications.The questions are solved using simple mathematical methods: Laplace and Fourier transforms provide direct proofs of the main convergence results for sequences of random variables.The book studies a large range of
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Probability on Compact Lie Groups

by David Applebaum ...

Series Book 70 - Probability Theory and Stochastic Modelling
Probability theory on compact Lie groups deals with the interaction between “chance” and “symmetry,” a beautiful area of mathematics of great interest in its own sake but which is now also finding increasing applications in statistics and engineering (particularly with respect to signal processing). The author gives a comprehensive introduction to some of the principle areas of study, with an ... Read more

$152.99 NZD

Probability theory on compact Lie groups deals with the interaction between “chance” and “symmetry,” a beautiful area of mathematics of great interest in its own sake but which is now also finding increasing applications in statistics and engineering (particularly with respect to signal processing). The author gives a comprehensive introduction to some of the principle areas of study, with an
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Statistical Methods for Spatial Data Analysis

by Oliver Schabenberger, Carol A. Gotway ...

Series series Chapman & Hall/CRC Texts in Statistical Science
Understanding spatial statistics requires tools from applied and mathematical statistics, linear model theory, regression, time series, and stochastic processes. It also requires a mindset that focuses on the unique characteristics of spatial data and the development of specialized analytical tools designed explicitly for spatial data analysis. Statistical Methods for Spatial Data Analysis answers ... Read more

$127.22 NZD

Understanding spatial statistics requires tools from applied and mathematical statistics, linear model theory, regression, time series, and stochastic processes. It also requires a mindset that focuses on the unique characteristics of spatial data and the development of specialized analytical tools designed explicitly for spatial data analysis. Statistical Methods for Spatial Data Analysis answers
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Probability and Stochastic Processes for Physicists

by Nicola Cufaro Petroni ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book seeks to bridge the gap between the parlance, the models, and even the notations used by physicists and those used by mathematicians when it comes to the topic of probability and stochastic processes. The opening four chapters elucidate the basic concepts of probability, including probability spaces and measures, random variables, and limit theorems. Here, the focus is mainly on models ... Read more

$132.01 NZD

This book seeks to bridge the gap between the parlance, the models, and even the notations used by physicists and those used by mathematicians when it comes to the topic of probability and stochastic processes. The opening four chapters elucidate the basic concepts of probability, including probability spaces and measures, random variables, and limit theorems. Here, the focus is mainly on models
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Poisson Hyperplane Tessellations

by Daniel Hug, Rolf Schneider ...

Series series Mathematics and Statistics (R0)
This book is the first comprehensive presentation of a central topic of stochastic geometry: random mosaics that are generated by Poisson processes of hyperplanes. It thus connects a basic notion from probability theory, Poisson processes, with a fundamental object of geometry. The independence properties of Poisson processes and the long-range influence of hyperplanes lead to a wide range of ... Read more

$182.84 NZD

This book is the first comprehensive presentation of a central topic of stochastic geometry: random mosaics that are generated by Poisson processes of hyperplanes. It thus connects a basic notion from probability theory, Poisson processes, with a fundamental object of geometry. The independence properties of Poisson processes and the long-range influence of hyperplanes lead to a wide range of
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Stochastic Processes

by Richard F. Bass ...

Series Book 33 - Cambridge Series in Statistical and Probabilistic Mathematics
This comprehensive guide to stochastic processes gives a complete overview of the theory and addresses the most important applications. Pitched at a level accessible to beginning graduate students and researchers from applied disciplines, it is both a course book and a rich resource for individual readers. Subjects covered include Brownian motion, stochastic calculus, stochastic differential ... Read more

$140.40 NZD

This comprehensive guide to stochastic processes gives a complete overview of the theory and addresses the most important applications. Pitched at a level accessible to beginning graduate students and researchers from applied disciplines, it is both a course book and a rich resource for individual readers. Subjects covered include Brownian motion, stochastic calculus, stochastic differential
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