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Apress...... 36 Architecture ...... 156 Biomedicine ...... 11 Business/Economics ...... 135 Chemistry ...... 79 Computer Science ...... 42 Education...... 145 Engineering ...... 84 Environmental Sciences ...... 119 General Science ...... 142 Geosciences/Geography...... 113 Law ...... 141 Life Sciences ...... 122 Linguistics ...... 155 Management ...... 138 Materials Science ...... 109 Mathematics ...... 18 Medicine ...... 1 Philosophy ...... 153 Physics/Astronomy ...... 99 Psychology ...... 17 Social Sciences ...... 150 Statistics ...... 34 II Author Index Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
A 85 Astolfi et al ., Nonlinear and Adaptive Control 46 Berendt (Eds), From Web to Social Web: with Applications Discovering and Deploying User and 122 Abadia (Eds), Iron Nutrition in Plants and (CCE) Content Profiles Rhizospheric Microorganisms (LNCS 4737) 119 Abbott (Eds), Soil Biological Fertility 2 Berger (Eds), Concise Manual of Hematology 113 Abdul-Rahman/Pilouk, Spatial Data B and Oncology Modelling for 3D GIS 36 Berry (Ed), Survey of Text Mining . 2nd ed . 124 Bert (Ed), Ecological and Genetic 84 Abraham (Eds), Engineering Evolutionary 153 Baasten (Eds), Studies in Hebrew Language Implications of Aquaculture Activities Intelligent Systems and Jewish Culture (Reviews: Fish Biology 6) (SCINTEL 82) (Amsterdam Stud . Jewish 12) 46 Berthold (Eds), Advances in Intelligent Data 42 Abrahamsson (Eds), Software Process 99 Bacciotti (Eds), Jets from Young Stars Analysis VII Improvement (LN Physics 742) (LNCS 4723) (LNCS 4764) 86 Badica (Ed), Advances in Intelligent and 36 Berube, Practical Reporting with Ruby and 84 Acary/Brogliato, Numerical Methods for Distributed Computing Rails Nonsmooth Dynamical Systems (SCINTEL 78) 47 Bessiere (Ed), Principles and Practice of (LNACM 35) 113 Baklanov (Eds), Atmospheric Boundary Constraint Programming - CP 2007 1 Adams (Eds), Recovery, Analysis, and Layers (LNCS 4741) Identification of Commingled Human 122 Balaban (Ed), Control of Biofilm Infections by 34 Bhat, An Introduction to Queueing Theory Remains Signal Manipulation (SIT) 122 Adams (Eds), Resource and Market (Springer Series on Biofilms 2) 109 Bhushan (Eds), Applied Scanning Probe Projections for Forest Policy Development 114 Barale (Eds), Remote Sensing of the Methods VIII (Man . Forest Ecosyst . 14) European Seas (NanoScience) 79 Advances in Biochemical Engineering/ 45 Baranauskas (Eds), Human-Computer 109 Bhushan (Eds), Applied Scanning Probe Biotechnology 99 Interaction I Methods IX 113 Aggarwal (Eds), Isotopes in the Water Cycle (LNCS 4662) (NanoScience) 42 Agosti (Ed), Information Access through 45 Baranauskas (Eds), Human-Computer 109 Bhushan (Eds), Applied Scanning Probe Search Engines and Digital Libraries Interaction II Methods X (Information Retrieval 22) (LNCS 4663) (NanoScience) 42 Aldini (Eds), Foundations of Security Analysis 123 Barbieri (Ed), The Codes of Life 47 Biryukov (Ed), Fast Software Encryption and Design (Biosemiotics 1) (LNCS 4593) (LNCS 4677) 45 Barbosa (Eds), Database and XML 18 Bishwal, Parameter Estimation 43 Almeida e Costa (Ed), Advances in Artificial Technologies (LN Math 1923) Life (LNCS 4704) 47 Biskup (Eds), Computer Security (LNCS 4648) 34 Barbu/Limnios, Semi-Markov Chains and (LNCS 4734) 43 Alonso (Eds), Business Process Management Hidden Semi-Markov Models toward 124 Björn (Ed), Photobiology . 2nd ed . (LNCS 4714) Applications 48 Bjorner (Eds), Logics of Specification 99 Alperovich/Fedorov, Hydromagnetic Waves (LN Statist . 191) Languages in the Magnetosphere and the Ionosphere 18 Barreira and Valls, Stability Nonautonomous (EATCS/MTCS) (Astrophys . Space Sci . Libr . 353) DEs 48 Blanc-Talon (Eds), Advanced Concepts for 1 Ansell (Ed), Rare Hematological (LN Math 1926) Intelligent Vision Systems Malignancies 46 Basili (Eds), AI*IA 2007: Artificial Intelligence (LNCS 4678) (Cancer Treatm . Res . 142) and Human-Oriented Computing 18 Bobenko (Eds), Discrete Differential 43 Antoniou (Eds), Reasoning Web (LNCS 4733) Geometry (LNCS 4636) 11 Bauer (Eds), Toll-like Receptors (TLRs) and (Oberwolfach Sem . 38) 44 Apolloni (Eds), Knowledge-Based Intelligent Innate Immunity 19 Boccaletti et al ., The Mathematics of Information and Engineering Systems I (Handb . Exp . Pharm . 183) Minkowski Space-Time (LNCS 4692) 100 Baus/Tejero, Equilibrium Statistical Physics (Frontiers Math .) 44 Apolloni (Eds), Knowledge-Based Intelligent 123 Beck (Eds), Gradients in a Tropical Mountain 79 Böddeker, Liquid Separations with Information and Engineering Systems II Ecosystem of Ecuador Membranes (LNCS 4693) (Ecol . Stud . 198) 48 Bondavalli (Eds), Dependable Computing 44 Apolloni (Eds), Knowledge-Based Intelligent 36 Beckner, Pro BizTalk Server 2006 Electronic (LNCS 4746) Information and Engineering Systems III Document Interchange 19 Bondy/Murty, Graph Theory (LNCS 4694) 150 Bengtsson (Eds), Kinship and Demographic (GTM 244) 84 Argoneto et al ., Production Planning in Behavior in the Past 114 Bons (Eds), Numerical Modelling Approaches Production Networks (Int . Studies Popul . 7) to Microstructures in the Earth Sciences 85 Arimoto, Control Theory of Multi-fingered 1 Bentzen (Eds), Radiation Oncology Advances (LN Earth 106)
135 Bostrom (Eds), Risk Assessment, Modeling 3 Cheng (Eds), Essentials of Molecular Genetic 146 de Freitas (Eds), Opening the Research Text and Decision Support Pathology (Math . Educat . Libr . 46) (Risk, Governance and Society 14) 3 Chhem/Brothwell, Paleoradiology 32 de Souza/Silva, Berkeley Problems in 49 Bozapalidis (Eds), Algebraic Informatics 21 Chinneck, Feasibility and Infeasibility in Mathematics (LNCS 4728) Optimization (Problem Books Math .) 4th ed .
F 56 Gorodetsky (Eds), Computer Network 150 Höhn (Eds), People, Population Change and Security Policies 55 Fan (Eds), IP Networking over (CCIS 1) (Europ . Stud . Population 16/2) Next-Generation Satellite Systems 136 Götze et al ., Investment Appraisal
104 Janke (Ed), Rugged Free Energy Landscapes 147 Kimbell/Stables, Researching Design 65 Kranakis (Eds), Ad-Hoc, Mobile, and Wireless (LN Physics 736) Learning Networks 90 Jazar, Vehicle Dynamics (Sci /Tech. . Educ . Libr . 34) (LNCS 4686) 91 Jefferies (Eds), Robotics and Cognitive 7 Kingsley/Kingsley, Interactive Atlas of the 92 Kretzschmar, Mollier h,s - Diagram for Water Approaches to Spatial Mapping Human Brain
34 Marin/Robert, Bayesian Core: A Practical 69 Noriega (Eds), Coordination, Organizations, 35 Proschan et al ., Statistical Monitoring of Approach to Computational Bayesian Institutions, and Norms in Agent Systems II Clinical Trials Statistics (LNCS 4386) (Statistics Biol .)
117 Scholich (Ed), Territorial Cohesion 75 Takahashi (Eds), Advancing Social Simulation W (German Annual of Spatial Research and 140 Tang (Eds), Supply Chain Analysis Policy) (ISORMS 119) 117 Waelder, Mathematical Methods for 132 Schönbach (Eds), Immunoinformatics 96 Tanuma, Stroh Formalism and Rayleigh Engineers and Geoscientists (Immunomics Reviews: 1) Waves 77 Wagner (Eds), Algorithms for Sensor and Ad 148 Schulkin, Medical Decisions, Estrogen and 76 ten Cate (Eds), Logical Aspects of Hoc Networks Aging Computational Linguistics (LNCS 4621) 81 Schulze, Powders and Bulk Solids (LNCS 4363) 15 Walker (Eds), Neuroacanthocytosis 143 Seedhouse, Opening the Frontiers of Space 76 Tesler (Eds), Comparative Genomics Syndromes II (Springer Praxis Books) (LNCS 4751) 137 Welfens, Digital Integration, Growth and 10 Shields (Ed), In Vivo Imaging of Cancer 96 Thévenin (Eds), Optimization and Rational Regulation Therapy Computational Fluid Dynamics 16 Williams/Ebach, Foundations of Systematics (Cancer Drug Discovery and Development) 106 Thiriet, Biology and Mechanics of Blood and Biogeography 95 Skelton/Oliveira, Dynamics and Control of Flows I 134 Willis, The History of Allelopathy Tensegrity Systems (CRM) 33 Wilson, Littlewood-Paley Theory and 149 Smart (Ed), Higher Education: Handbook of 107 Thiriet, Biology and Mechanics of Blood Exponential-Sqare Integrability Theory and Research 22 Flows II (LN Math . 1924) 30 Smorynski, History of Mathematics: (CRM) 134 Winch, Growing Food A Supplement 76 Thulasiraman (Eds), Frontiers of High 77 Winter (Eds), Spatial Information Theory 31 Soifer, Geometric Etudes in Combinatorial Performance Computing and Networking (LNCS 4736) Mathematics - ISPA 2007 Workshops 77 Wolter (Ed), Formal Methods and Stochastic 31 Soifer, How to Cut a Triangle? (LNCS 4743) Models for Performance Evaluation 31 Soifer, Mathematics as Problem Solving 97 Tichkiewitch (Eds), Advances in Integrated (LNCS 4748) 74 Song (Eds), Data Warehousing and Design and Manufacturing in Mechanical 117 Woo (Ed), Hydrologic Processes of a Cold Knowledge Discovery Engineering II Region II (LNCS 4654) 148 Tomusk (Ed), Creating the European Area of 75 Spaccapietra (Eds), Journal on Data Higher Education Semantics IX (Higher Educat . Dynam . 12) (LNCS 4601) 137 Tondl (Ed), Trade, Integration and Economic X 139 Stadtler (Eds), Supply Chain Management Development and Advanced Planning . 4th ed . (Schriftenr . ECSA 13) 118 Xu (Eds), VI Hotine-Marussi Symposium on 111 Stamm (Ed), Polymer Surfaces and 107 Tripathi (Eds), C2CR07 Theoretical and Computational Geodesy Interfaces (AIP Conf . Proc . 928) (IAG Syposia 132) 112 Stefanescu, Science and Engineering of 112 Tsukerman, Computational Methods for Casting Solidification . 2nd ed . Nanoscale Applications 106 Steinhauser, Computational Multiscale (Nanostructure Science and Technology) Y Modeling of Fluids and Solids 32 Tu, An Introduction to Manifolds 39 Stepek, Foundation AIR (Universitext) 134 Yadav (Eds), Lentil 152 Stets (Eds), Handbook of the Sociology of 154 Tymieniecka (Ed), Beauty’s Appeal 140 Yago (Eds), Entrepreneurship in Emerging Emotions (Analecta Husserliana 97) Domestic Markets (Handbooks of Sociology and Social 154 Tymieniecka (Ed), Virtues and Passions in (The Milken Institute Series on Financial Research) Literature Innovation and Economic Growth 7) 106 Stockli (Ed), Production and Neutralization of (Analecta Husserliana 96) 97 Yamaguchi, Engineering Fluid Mechanics Negative Ions and Beams (Fluid Mech . Applicat . 85) (AIP Conf . Proc . 925) 95 Stoelting (Eds), Handbook of Fractional- V Horsepower Drives Z 75 Stojmenovic (Eds), Parallel and Distributed 11 van den Berg/Andersson, Lab-on-Chips for Processing and Applications Cellomics 152 Zeng (Eds), Healthy Longevity in China (LNCS 4742) 133 Varshney (Eds), Genomics-Assisted Crop (The Springer Series on Demographic 10 Stolzenburg (Eds), Endoscopic Improvement I Methods and Population Analysis 20) Extraperitoneal Radical Prostatectomy 133 Varshney (Eds), Genomics-Assisted Crop 78 Zhang, Visualization for Information Retrieval
A 61 Bio-Inspired Computational Intelligence and 53 Creating New Learning Experiences on a Applications Global Scale 65 Ad-Hoc, Mobile, and Wireless Networks 106 Biology and Mechanics of Blood Flows 148 Creating the European Area of Higher 48 Advanced Concepts for Intelligent Vision 107 Biology and Mechanics of Blood Flows Education Systems 119 The Black Sea Environment 145 Creative Model Construction in Scientists 43 Advances in Artificial Life 145 Brain Research in Language and Students 66 Advances in Biometrics 6 Breast Cancer, Second Edition 70 Cryptographic Hardware and Embedded 5 Advances in Breast Cancer Management 38 Building a Data Warehouse Systems - CHES 2007 60 Advances in Computation and Intelligence 43 Business Process Management 59 Advances in Databases and Information 128 By-catch Reduction in the World’s Fisheries Systems D 51 Advances in Digital Forensics III 97 Advances in Integrated Design and C 74 Data Warehousing and Knowledge Manufacturing in Mechanical Engineering II Discovery 86 Advances in Intelligent and Distributed 20 C*-algebras and Elliptic Theory II 45 Database and XML Technologies Computing 107 C2CR07 48 Dependable Computing 46 Advances in Intelligent Data Analysis VII 49 The Calculus of Computation 92 Design, Automation, and Test in Europe 75 Advancing Social Simulation 14 Cannabinoids and the Brain 9 Diagnosis of Aging Skin Diseases 70 Affective Computing and Intelligent 6 Casebook of Orthopedic Rehabilitation 8 Dictionary of Contact Allergens Interaction 79 Cell Separation 137 Digital Integration, Growth and Rational 103 African Cultural Astronomy 14 Central Nervous System Diseases and Regulation 9 Aging and the Heart Inflammation 18 Discrete Differential Geometry 129 Agricultural Research Management 114 Climate Variability and Extremes during the 71 Distributed Computing 129 Agricultural Trade Liberalization and the Past 100 years 87 A Distributed Coordination Approach to Least Developed Countries 123 The Codes of Life Reconfigurable Process Control 46 AI*IA 2007: Artificial Intelligence and 117 Cold Region Atmospheric and Hydrologic 87 Distributed Embedded Control Systems Human-Oriented Computing Studies . The Mackenzie GEWEX Experience 56 Domain Modeling and the Duration Calculus 49 Algebraic Informatics 91 Collaborative Engineering 95 Dynamics and Control of Tensegrity Systems 59 Algorithmic Learning Theory 89 Collagen 77 Algorithms for Sensor and Ad Hoc Networks 27 Combinatorial Optimization 81 Alzheimer’s Disease 76 Comparative Genomics E 133 Applications of Plant Metabolic Engineering 23 Complex Analysis 109 Applied Scanning Probe Methods VIII 93 Complex System Maintenance Handbook 124 Ecological and Genetic Implications of 109 Applied Scanning Probe Methods IX 107 The Composition of Matter Aquaculture Activities 109 Applied Scanning Probe Methods X 101 Computational Many-Particle Physics 72 E-Commerce and Web Technologies 115 Applied Stratigraphy 112 Computational Methods for Nanoscale 138 Economics of Accounting 115 Arctic-Subarctic Ocean Fluxes Applications 108 Electromagnetic Theory for Microwaves and 146 Argumentation in Science Education 50 Computational Methods in Systems Biology Optoelectronics 68 Artificial Neural Networks - ICANN 2007 106 Computational Multiscale Modeling of Fluids 126 Elwyn Simons: A Search for Origins 73 The Art of Artificial Evolution and Solids 149 Enabling Consumer and Entrepreneurial 2 Atlas of Cardiovascular Computed 138 Computational Probability Literacy in Subsistence Marketplaces Tomography 55 Computer Algebra in Scientific Computing 62 Encyclopedia of Algorithms 113 Atmospheric Boundary Layers 56 Computer Network Security 10 Endoscopic Extraperitoneal Radical 102 Atomic Processes in Plasmas 92 Computer Recognition Systems 2 Prostatectomy 51 Automatic Program Development 73 Computer Safety, Reliability, and Security 84 Engineering Evolutionary Intelligent 53 Computer Science Logic Systems 47 Computer Security - ESORICS 2007 97 Engineering Fluid Mechanics 90 Computer-Aided Eye Monitoring B 89 Engineering the Guitar 74 A Concise Introduction to Data Compression 67 Entertainment Computing - ICEC 2007 2 Concise Manual of Hematology and 129 The Bacteria: Their Origin, Structure, 140 Entrepreneurship in Emerging Domestic Oncology Function and Antibiosis Markets 110 Continuum Mechanics 29 The Bartle-Dunford-Schwartz Integral 100 Equilibrium Statistical Physics 122 Control of Biofilm Infections by Signal 25 Basic Bundle Theory and K-cohomology 3 Essentials of Molecular Genetic Pathology Manipulation Invariants 17 Ethnocultural Perspectives on Disaster and 85 Control Theory of Multi-fingered Hands 34 Bayesian Core: A Practical Approach to Trauma 67 Cooperative Design, Visualitation and Computational Bayesian Statistics 71 Evaluation of Multilingual and Multi-modal Engineering 154 Beauty’s Appeal Information Retrieval 62 Cooperative Information Agents XI 37 Beginning VB 2008 111 Evolution of Thin-Film Morphology 69 Coordination, Organizations, Institutions, 32 Berkeley Problems in Mathematics 96 Evolutionary Intelligence and Norms in Agent Systems II 2 Bioceramics and Alternative Bearings in 61 Evolvable Systems: From Biology to 15 Cortical Deficits in Schizophrenia Joint Arthroplasty Hardware 38 Creating Mashups with Adobe Flex and AIR 85 Bioengineering in Cell and Tissue Research 104 Exoplanets 142 Exploring the Moon springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 AuthorTitle Index IX
F H 55 IP Networking over Next-Generation Satellite Systems 47 Fast Software Encryption 151 Handbook of Disaster Research 122 Iron Nutrition in Plants and Rhizospheric 21 Feasibility and Infeasibility in Optimization 95 Handbook of Fractional-Horsepower Drives Microorganisms 104 First Light in the Universe 153 Handbook of Philosophical Logic 113 Isotopes in the Water Cycle 138 Fleet Telematics 152 Handbook of the Sociology of Emotions 100 IUTAM Symposium on Hamiltonian 6 Flexibility 119 Handbook of Transdisciplinary Research Dynamics, Vortex Structures, Turbulence 79 Fluorescence of Supermolecules, Polymers, 9 Health Issues Confronting Minority Men Who 93 IV Latin American Congress on Biomedical and Nanosystems Have Sex with Men Engineering 2007, Bioengineering Solution 52 Formal Aspects in Security and Trust 152 Healthy Longevity in China for Latin America Health 59 Formal Methods and Hybrid Real-Time 11 Heat Shock Proteins in Cancer Systems 125 Hematopoietic Stem Cell Protocols 77 Formal Methods and Stochastic Models for 28 High Performance Computing in Science and J Performance Evaluation Engineering ‘ 07 52 Formal Methods for Components and 29 High Performance Computing on Vector 99 Jets from Young Stars II Objects Systems 2007 75 Journal on Data Semantics IX 153 Formal Ontology and Conceptual Realism 149 Higher Education: Handbook of Theory and 39 Foundation AIR Research 22 27 Foundations of Generic Optimization II 134 The History of Allelopathy K 39 Foundations of Scaling Rails 30 History of Mathematics 42 Foundations of Security Analysis and Design 12 Hot Topics in Infection and Immunity in 57 KI 2007: Advances in Artificial Intelligence 16 Foundations of Systematics and Children IV 150 Kinship and Demographic Behavior in the Biogeography 31 How Does One Cut a Triangle? Past 126 Fragmentation in Semi-Arid and Arid 143 Human Health and Ecological Risk 17 Knowing, Knowledge and Beliefs Landscapes Assessment and Risk Factors 63 Knowledge Discovery in Databases: 19 From Nano to Space 73 Human Motion 44 Knowledge-Based Intelligent Information 103 From Parity Violation to Hadronic Structure 45 Human-Computer Interaction and Engineering Systems and more 99 Hydromagnetic Waves in the Magnetosphere 46 From Web to Social Web: Discovering and and the Ionosphere Deploying User and Content Profiles 63 Frontiers of Combining Systems L 76 Frontiers of High Performance Computing and Networking - ISPA 2007 Workshops 11 Lab-on-Chips for Cellomics 94 Fundamentals of Production Logistics 64 Lecture Notes in Electrical Eng . Vol 13 94 Image-Guided Interventions 120 Legitimacy in European Nature Conservation 132 Immunoinformatics Policy 13 The Immune Synapse as a Novel Target for 134 Lentil G Therapy 20 Lie Sphere Geometry 10 In Vivo Imaging of Cancer Therapy 61 Life System Modeling and Simulation 80 Gas Cyclones and Swirl Tubes 148 Inclusion and Psychological Intervention in 108 Linear Algebra Thoroughly Explained 8 General ultrasound in the critically ill Schools 79 Liquid Separations with Membranes 142 The Genesis of Fluid Mechanics, 1640-1780 52 Independent Component Analysis and Blind 58 Location- and Context-Awareness 133 Genomics-Assisted Crop Improvement Signal Separation 51 Logic Programming 102 Geology and Habitability of Terrestrial 42 Information Access through Search Engines 76 Logic, Language, and Computation Planets and Digital Libraries 48 Logics of Specification Languages 31 Geometric Etudes in Combinatorial 125 Inhibitory Regulation of Excitatory Mathematics Neurotransmission 25 Geometric Modeling and Algebraic 88 Innovations in Hybrid Intelligent Systems Geometry 21 Integral Methods in Science and Engineering M 26 Geometry and Dynamics of Groups and 70 Intelligent Virtual Agents Spaces 7 Interactive Atlas of the Human Brain 63 Machine Learning: ECML 2007 13 The Glutamate Receptors 141 International Law Today: New Challenges 53 Machines, Computations, and Universality 123 Gradients in a Tropical Mountain Ecosystem and the Need for Reform? 136 Managing Complexity: Insights, Concepts, of Ecuador 120 International Symposium on Rainfall Rate Applications 19 Graph Theory and Radio Wave Propagation (ISRR’07) 24 Markov Decision Processes with Their Appli- 24 Graphs, Dioids and Semirings 54 Introduction to Evolutionary Computing cations 57 Groupware: Design, Implementation, and 29 An Introduction to Homological Algebra 23 Mathematical Analysis Use 154 Introduction to Logic and Theory of 66 Mathematical Foundations of Computer 134 Growing Food Knowledge . Lectures 1906/07 Science 2007 32 An Introduction to Manifolds 26 Mathematical Masterpieces 34 An Introduction to Queueing Theory 117 Mathematical Methods for Engineers and 136 Investment Appraisal Geoscientists 31 Mathematics as Problem-Solving 19 The Mathematics of Minkowski Space-Time Title Index Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
27 Mean Oscillations and Equimeasurable 146 Opening the Research Text 50 Recent Advances in Parallel Virtual Machine Rearrangements of Functions 96 Optimization and Computational Fluid and Message Passing Interface 22 Measure, Topology, and Fractal Geometry Dynamics 5 Recent Advances In Retinal Degeneration 128 Mechanosensitive Ion Channels 1 Recovery, Analysis, and Identification of 148 Medical Decisions, Estrogen and Aging Commingled Human Remains 5 The Metabolic Syndrome: P 99 Relativistic Physics and Cosmology – 130 Metabolomics Einstein’s Legacy 146 Model Based Learning and Instruction in 114 Remote Sensing of the European Seas 3 Paleoradiology Science 64 Research and Advanced Technology for 75 Parallel and Distributed Processing and 54 Model Driven Engineering Languages and Digital Libraries Applications Systems 147 Researching Design Learning 18 Parameter Estimation in Stochastic 115 Modelling Land-Use Change 122 Resource and Market Projections for Forest Differential Equations 136 Modelling Regional Scenarios for the Policy Development 155 Parsing the Turing Test Enlarged Europe 139 Retailing in the 21st Century 57 Pattern Recognition 94 Modern Computational Intelligence Methods 121 Reviews of Environmental Contamination 72 Pattern Recognition in Bioinformatics for the Interpretation of Medical Images and Toxicology 4 Pediatric Uroradiology 92 Mollier h,s - Diagram for Water and Steam 87 RFID and Sensor Network Systems Handbook 150 People, Population Change and Policies 26 Monte Carlo and Quasi-Monte Carlo Methods 127 Rice Biology in the Genomics Era 151 People, Population Change and Policies 2006 156 Riepl Riepl Architekten 4 PET in Oncology 120 Moving Millions 135 Risk Assessment, Modeling and Decision 124 Photobiology 71 Multiagent System Technologies Support 7 Physical Activity and Nutrition 49 Multi-Agent Systems and Applications V 130 RNA Editing 125 Plant Embryogenesis 101 The Multicolored Landscape of Compact 91 Robotics and Cognitive Approaches to 126 Plant Propagation by Tissue Culture Objects and Their Explosive Origins Spatial Mapping 111 Polymer Surfaces and Interfaces 62 Multiobjective Problem Solving from Nature 89 Robust Signal Processing for Wireless 81 Powders and Bulk Solids 103 Multiple Stars across the H-R Diagram Communications 36 Practical Reporting with Ruby and Rails 104 Rugged Free Energy Landscapes 47 Principles and Practice of Constraint 88 Rule Extraction from Support Vector Programming - CP 2007 Machines N 36 Pro BizTalk Server 2006 Electronic Document Interchange 15 Natural Compounds as Drugs, Volume I 38 Pro Visual Studio 2005 Team System with 54 Network-Based Information Systems DBPro S 37 Networked RFID Systems and Lightweight 37 Pro Windows PowerShell Cryptography 22 Probability and Real Trees 143 Salyut - The First Space Station 67 Netwwork and Parallel Computing 28 Problems in Analytic Number Theory 72 Scalable Uncertainty Management 15 Neuroacanthocytosis Syndromes II 86 Proceedings of the 16th International 100 Schrödinger Operators 4 Neuropsychiatric Disorders Meshing Roundtable 112 Science and Engineering of Casting 13 New Insights in Medical Mycology 106 Production and Neutralization of Negative Solidification 10 New Therapeutic Targets in Rheumatoid Ions and Beams 127 The Science of Flavonoids Arthritis 84 Production Planning in Production Networks 147 Scientism and Education 91 Next Generation Intelligent Optical Networks 131 Progress in Botany 69 55 SDL 2007: Design for Dependable Systems 64 Next Generation Teletraffic and Wired/ 7 Prostate Biopsy 60 Secure Data Management Wireless Advanced Networking 127 Protocols for Micropropagation of Woody 124 Selection Methods in Plant Breeding 144 The Next New World: A Visual Tour of Mars Trees and Fruits 110 Self-Consistent Methods for Composites 80 NMR in Biological Systems 58 Self-Organizing Systems 85 Nonlinear and Adaptive Control with 34 Semi-Markov Chains and Hidden Applications Q Semi-Markov Models toward Applications 25 Nonsmooth Vector Functions and 14 Serotonin: Molecular, Functional and Clinical Continuous Optimization Aspects 24 Quadratic Mappings and Clifford Algebras 84 Numerical Methods for Nonsmooth 65 Service-Oriented Computing - ICSOC 2007 137 Quantitative Economic Policy Dynamical Systems 20 Set-Valued Mappings and Enlargements of 86 Quantitative Information Fusion for 114 Numerical Modelling Approaches to Monotone Operators Hydrological Sciences Microstructures in the Earth Sciences 93 Signal Processing Techniques for Knowledge 105 Quantum Information Theory and Quantum Extraction and Information Fusion Statistics 95 Silicon-Based RF Front-Ends for Ultra O Wideband Radios 105 Single Crystal - Large Grain Niobium R Technology 88 Ocean Wave Energy 69 Software Architecture 30 On Thom Spectra, Orientability and 1 Radiation Oncology Advances 42 Software Process Improvement Cobordism 135 Railway Development 119 Soil Biological Fertility 50 Ontologies-based DataBases and Information 1 Rare Hematological Malignancies Systems 43 Reasoning Web 143 Opening the Frontiers of Space springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 AuthorTitle Index XI
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B. J. Adams, Office of Chief Medical Examiner, New S. M. Ansell, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, S. M. Bentzen, P. M. Harari, W. A. Tomé, M. P. Mehta, York, NY, USA; J. E. Byrd, Joint POW/MIA Accounting Rochester, MN, USA (Ed .) University of Wisconsin Medical School, Madison, WI, Command Central Identification Laboratory, Hickam USA (Eds .) AFB, HI, USA (Eds .) Rare Hematological Radiation Oncology Advances Recovery, Analysis, and Malignancies Identification of Commingled Human Remains Many comprehensive text books have been written This book provides an up-to-date comprehen- about the common hematologic malignancies. sive overview of the exciting new developments However, every practicing hematologist/oncologist shaping the current and future practice of radia- This book brings together tools from diverse or primary care physician intermittently encoun- tion oncology. Advances in treatment planning and sources within forensic science to offer a set ters patients with uncommon or rare hematologic delivery, in biological targeted therapies combined of comprehensive approaches to handling malignancies. Information concerning these with radiation and in functional and molecular commingled remains. The chapters cover remains diseases, and particularly regarding their manage- imaging are all covered in a single volume. All of recovery, laboratory analysis, and even the use ment, is extremely difficult to find. Physicians these advances are discussed by leading experts of antermortem databases. Many of the chapters will commonly spend a substantial period of time in the field and with a critical evaluation of their are written by authors who exemplify the spirit of searching the medical literature for help or will clinical relevance throughout. interdisciplinary colaboration. Chapters cover the call a colleague who may have greater expertise in recovery of commingled remains in the field, the the area. Features use of triage in the assessment of commingling, Rare Hematological Malignancies covers malig- 7 An up-to-date comprehensive overview of various analytical techniques for sorting and nant hematologic diseases that physicians would new developments in radiation oncology by determining the number of individuals, the role of see only occasionally, providing accurate, leading experts in the field 7 Includes advances DNA in the overall process, ethical considerations, up-to-date information on the disease biology and in treatment planning and delivery, in biological and data management. Case examples, such as the practical recommendations concerning the disease targeted therapies combined with radiation, and in World Trade Center attack will be used to illustrate management. functional and molecular imaging techniques that were found to be successful and those that were found to be problematic. This book Features Contents will appeal to forensic scientists and archaeologists 7 Chapters are written by experts in each disease Foreword.- Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy.- in the United States and abroad. (the very people others would turn to for advice) Image Guided Radiotherapy and Adaptive 7 An indispensable resource for physicians who conformal Radiotherapy.- Protons and Heavy Features see and treat patients with blood-related cancers Ions.- Advances in Brachytherapy.- Overview of 7 Instrumental to the forensic community Cancer Molecular Biology.- Targets of Relevance in 7 Written by experts that routinely deal with From the contents Radiotherapy.- New Targeted Drugs.- Advances in commingling 7 Includes proper techniques for Polycythemia vera.- Myelofibrosis.- Essen- Imaging and Biologically-Based Treatment Plan- the greatest resolution tial thrombocythemia.- Chronic eosinophilic ning.- Overview of Fractionation.- Dose Painting leukemia/hypereosinophilic syndrome.- Chronic and Theragnostic Imaging.- Imaging Advances: Fields of interest myelomonocytic leukemia.- 5q- syndrome.- Rare PET, MRI.- Prognostic and Predictive Markers.- Forensic Medicine; Pathology; Anthropology acute leukemias (including acute erythroid, mega- Combination Chemoradiotherapy Advances.- karyoblastic and basophilic leukemia).- Hairy cell Combining Targeted Drugs with Radiotherapy.- Target groups leukemia.- Lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma.- Rare Cytoprotection and Normal Tissue Protection Professionals and graduate students in forensic B-cell lymphomas - (mediastinal, intravascular and Advances.- Summary of Clinical Applications of and anthropology, forensic pathology professional/ primary effusion lymphomas).- Lymphomatoid Advanced Radiotherapy.- Index. medical student, forensic odontology professional/ granulomatosis.- Post Transplant Lymphoprolifera- dental student, forensic biology professional/grad- tive Disorders.- Castleman’s disease. 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D. P. Berger, Thousands Oak, CA, USA; M. J. Budoff, S. Achenbach, J. Narula (Eds .) J. Chang, Seoul, Republic of Korea; K. Billau, M. Engelhardt, H. Henß, R. Mertelsmann, CeramTec AG, Plochingen, Germany (Eds .) Universitätsklinik Freiburg, Germany (Eds .) Atlas of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography Bioceramics and Alternative Concise Manual of Bearings in Joint Arthroplasty Hematology and Oncology 12th BIOLOX Symposium. Proceedings Atlas of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography Coeditors: M. Andreeff, K. G. Blume, B. Koziner, is a comprehensive atlas containing photomicro- H. Messner, N. Thatcher graphs, anatomic illustrations, tables, and charts paired with extensive legends and explanations The proceedings book of the Biolox Symposium that are supplemented by extensive research, peer- in Seoul is composed of 10 sessions and plenary The Concise Manual of Hematology and Oncology reviewed articles, and textbooks. In addition to lectures of the most current knowledge available is a practice-oriented manual of medical oncology providing historical perspective and current direc- in the use of Bioceramics and alternative bearings. and hematology for day-to-day use in caring for tion for computed tomography, this atlas focuses More than 50 speakers with world-famous reputa- patients’ hematologic and neoplastic diseases. It is on research involving coronary artery diseases tions from 12 countries come together to a total of founded on the longstanding experience of a large and anomalies, congestive heart failure, athero- 52 topics on recent developments in Bioceramic specialized university department accustomed to sclerotic plaques and asymptomatic disease, as and alternative bearings in arthroplasty. having to provide reliable advice in a broad range well as imaging techniques, including preparation, Among the recent developments in the arthro- of circumstances . We have deliberately chosen acquisition, and processing, involving the great plasty field, bearing surface occupies one of the not to give a comprehensive review of the various vessels and carotids, the peripheral vasculature, most important positions. In Asian culture, sitting subjects but have instead focused on practical and coronary and pulmonary veins. There also will with crossed legs and squatting positions are more methods which have proven to be useful in our be discussion of the role of computed tomography common compared to the Western culture. experience, with special emphasis on standardizing in the emergency room and in private cardiology Because of such a different cultural background, chemotherapy protocols. practice. in arthroplasty, impingement and wearing of liner are more important problems. With this point of Features Features view, the interest about bioceramic and alternative 7 Focused on practice with special emphasis on 7 Hundreds of high quality images in step with bearing is increasing. standardizing chemotherapy protocols 7 Prac- the latest developments in medicine 7 World- The written version of the scientific program will tice-relevant information on supportive treatment renowned authors from a variety of medical disci- allow you to carry home a more concise view of measures 7 Flow charts on therapy planning plines 7 Hand-drawn illustrations 7 In-depth the Symposium presentations. 7 Precise information on how to proceed in explanation for each image emergency situations in the fields of hematology Features and oncology 7 Standard procedures for invasive From the contents 7 The most up-to-date information regarding the therapies Historic Perspective and Future Directions.- use of ceramic solutions Preparation, Image Acquisition and Post- Contents Processing.- Contrast Media for CT Examination.- Contents General Section.-Diagnostic Methods.-Pharma- Normal Coronary Anatomy.- Coronary Artery Tribology.- Ceramic/Polyethylene.- Large Diam- cology and Drug Therapy.- Supportive Care.- Stenosis.- Post-PCI Follow Up.- Post-CABG eter Wear Couples.- Ceramic Knee Implants.- Hard Therapeutic Methods.- Hematology and Hemo- Follow.- Atherosclerotic Plaques and Asymptom- on Hard Bearings.- Market Trends and Future staseology.-Hematological Neoplasms.- Medical atic Disease.- Coronary Calcification.- Coronary Application.- Hip Revision.- Tips and Tricks. Oncology.- Hematological and Oncological Artery Anomalies. Emergencies.-Standard Procedures.- Appendix.- Fields of interest Chemotherapy Protocols. System requirements Orthopedics; Surgical Orthopedics For PC und Mac. For the complete system require- Fields of interest ments see: springer.com Target groups Hematology; Oncology Orthopedists, surgeons, traumatologists Fields of interest Target groups Cardiology; Diagnostic Radiology Discount group Medical oncologists, hematologists, internal MR specialists, general practitioners, medical students Target groups Cardiologists, radiologists Discount group MR Discount group MR
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L. Cheng, Indiana University School of Medicine, R. Chhem, London Health Sciences Centre, London, P. M. Conn, Oregon Health & Science University, Indianapolis, IN, USA; D. Zhang, Mount Sinai School Ontario, Canada; D. Brothwell, University of York, UK Beaverton, OR, USA (Ed .) of Medicine and the Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY, USA (Eds .) Paleoradiology Sourcebook of Models for Essentials of Molecular Imaging Mummies and Fossils Biomedical Research Genetic Pathology Paleoradiology is the use of X-rays and advanced The collection of systems represented in this medical imaging modalities in the evaluation of volume is an effort to reflect the diversity and This volume presents an up-to-date handbook ancient human and animal skeletons as well as utility of models that are used in biomedicine. That containing information relevant to the clinical biological materials from archaeological sites. utility is based on the consideration that observa- practice of molecular genetic pathology. Part I Paleoradiological studies have been performed tions made in particular organisms will provide examines the clinical areas of moleculaar biology, on mummies, skeletal remains and fossils to insight into the workings of other, more complex genomics, pharmacogenomics and proteomics, determine their sex and age at death. “Diagnostic systems. Some models have the advantage that the while Part II covers the molecular areas of medical paleoradiology” is the use of X-ray studies to reproductive, mitotic, development or aging cycles geenetics, microbiology, hematology, transfusion detect ancient diseases. The broad range of themes are rapid compared with those in humans; others medicine, oncology and forensic pathology. The and imaging techniques in this volume reflects are utilized because individual proteins may be volume provides a unique reference for the prac- four decades of research undertaken by Don studied in an advantageous way and have human ticing pathologist and medical geneticist as well as Brothwell in the fields of anthropology, human homologs. Other organisms are facile to grow in a review book for residents and fellows in training paleopathology, and zooarchaeology, combined laboratory settings, lend themselves to convenient in pathology, medical genetics and molecular with two decades of skeletal radiology experience analyses, have defined genomes or present espe- genetic pathology. during which Rethy Chhem read over 150,000 cially good human models of human or animal skeletal X-ray and CT studies. disease. Sourcebook of Models for Biomedical Features Research is a comprehensive and extensive collec- 7 Provides useful and up to date references Features tion of these important medical parallels. principles and explanations including relevant 7 Growing use of imaging technique in Arche- information to the clinical practice 7 Thorough ology 7 Overview of four decades of research in Features review book for medical genetics and molecular Paleoradiology 7 Presentation of the challenge 7 Unique reflection of the diversity and utility of genetic pathology 7 Organized and detailed text of paleoradiology as a non-destructive method to models used in biomedicine 7 Novel discussion of specific molecular genetic techniques unveil the mystery of human past 7 The Authors of reproductive, mitotic, developmental or aging are leading experts in the fields of Radiology and cycles in a range of organisms in comparison with From the contents Bioanthropology humans 7 Insights on how some organisms that Principles of Clinical Molecular Biology.- Prin- are able to grow in laboratory settings or lend ciples of Clinical Cytogenetics.- Diagnostic Contents themselves to convenient analyses have defined Methodology and Technology.- Instrumentation.- History of paleoradiology.- Introduction to paleo- genomes or present especially good human models Tissue Microarrays and Biomarker Validation.- biological materials.- Paleoradiology and skeletal of human or animal disease Laser Capture Microdissection.- Clinical Flow and dental Analysis.- Paleoradiology, taphonomic Cytometry.- Contemporary Concepts of Cancer process and humam variation.- Paleoradiology Fields of interest Biology.- Clinical Genomics in Oncology.- Clinical and human paleopathology.- Paleoradiology and Endocrinology; Biomedicine general; Proteomics.- Fluorescence in situ Hybridiza- animal paleopathology. Neurosciences tion (FISH) and Conventional Cytogenetics for Hematology and Oncology Diagnosis.- Genetic Fields of interest Target groups Inheritance and Population Genetics.- Genetic Diagnostic Radiology; History of Science; Libraries, pharmaceutical and academic Counseling.- Ethical and Legal Issues in Molecular Pathology researchers across all disciplines, graduate students Testing.- Quality Assurance and Laboratory across a range of biological disciplines Inspection.- Molecular Medical Genetics. Target groups Radiologists, palaeontologists, egyptologists, Discount group Fields of interest historians MR Pathology; Human Genetics; Molecular Medicine Discount group Target groups MR Pathologists, human geneticists
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S. Dresel, HELIOS-Klinikum Berlin, Germany (Ed .) R. Fotter, University Hospital, Graz, Austria (Ed .) M. Gerlach, J. Deckert, K. Double, E. Koutsilieri (Eds .) PET in Oncology Pediatric Uroradiology Neuropsychiatric Disorders Foreword by: A. L. Baert An Integrative Approach In the management of oncologic diseases, modern imaging modalities contribute heavily to the deci- Since the first edition of Pediatric Uroradiology, sion of which form of treatment - local or systemic, very significant advances have been made in the This multidisciplinary book includes current surgical or interdisciplinary - will be most efficient. imaging and treatment of common and important research papers and reviews in the areas of basic The addition of functional image information to pediatric urologic disorders such as vesicoureteric neuroscience, neural mechanisms underlying conventional staging procedures helps improve the reflux, urinary tract infection, and upper urinary neurodegenerative disorders, such as Parkinson´s diagnostic pathway. tract dilatation. This revised and extended version and Alzheimer´s disease and new approaches for The information needed for therapeutic manage- takes full account of the sometimes dramatic neuroprotective treatments, clinical, neurobiolog- ment and for follow-up can be provided by changes. It describes in detail all aspects of pedi- ical and treatment aspects of psychiatric disorders, correlative imaging such as positron emission atric uroradiology, embracing both recent develop- such as attention deficit-hyperactivity disorders tomography (PET) and computed tomography ments and established concepts. New chapters have and schizophrenia, and therapeutic drug-moni- (CT) or PET/CT. been added, for example on genetics in nephrou- toring of antidepressants.The book was conceived This book is a comprehensive compilation of the rology and clinical management of important as a celebration of the professional life and work of accumulated knowledge on PET and PET/CT nephrourologic disorders. Short conclusions are Peter Riederer to mark the occasion of his retire- in oncology, covering the entire spectrum from included at the end of chapters and sections to ment in April 2007. It will be a valuable resource solidly documented indications, such as staging provide the reader with the key information on for neurologists, psychiatrists and neuroscientists. and monitoring of lung and colorectal cancer, the specific topic under consideration. This book to the application of PET/CT in head and neck will allow not only the (pediatric) radiologist, Contents surgery, gynecology, radiation therapy, urology, but also the pediatrician, pediatric surgeon, and Basic neuroscience.- Parkinson’s disease and allied pediatrics etc. It is aimed at nuclear medicine and urologist to meet the challenges of today’s pediatric conditions.- Alzheimer`s disease and related disor- radiology specialists as well as physicians inter- uroradiology. ders.- Biological psychiatry.- Other disorders. ested in the possibilities and limitations of PET and PET/CT in oncology. Features Field of interest 7 Describes in detail all aspects of pediatric Neurology Contents uroradiology 7 Revised and extended to encom- PET and PET/CT: Basic principles and instrumen- pass the most recent advances in the imaging and Target groups tation. Radiopharmacy. Brain tumors. Head and treatment of common pediatric urologic disorders Researchers neck tumors. Thyroid cancer. Esophageal cancer. 7 New chapters address important subjects such Lung cancer. FDG PET and PET/CT in malignant as genetics 7 Provides essential information not Discount group lymphoma. Colorectal cancer. Breast cancer. Gyne- only for the pediatric radiologist, but also for the MR cological tumors. Melanoma. Value of PET and pediatrician, pediatric surgeon, and urologist PET/CT in the diagnosis of prostate and penile cancer. Pediatric PET: Indications and value of From the contents multimodal imaging. Cancer of unknown primary. Diagnostic Procedures: Diagnostic Procedures Paraneoplastic syndromes. PET and PET/CT with Excluding MRI, Nuclear Medicine and Video- F-18 fluoride in bone metastases. Neuroendocrine Urodynamics.- MRUrography in Children.- Tumors. Radiotherapy Planning. Nuclear Medicine.- Video-Urodynamics.- Urinary Tract Embryology, Anatomy and Anatomical Fields of interest Variants.- Genetics in Nephrourology.- Anomalies Oncology; Nuclear Medicine of Kidney Rotation, Position and Fusion.- Abnor- malities of Renal Pelvis and Ureter. Target groups Clinicians and researchers Fields of interest Imaging / Radiology; Pediatrics; Urology/ Discount group Andrology MC Target groups Pediatric radiologists, pediatricians, pediatric surgeons, urologists, pediatric nephrologists
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W. J. Gradishar, Northwestern University Feinberg B. C. Hansen, University of Maryland, College Park, J. G. Hollyfield, M. M. LaVail, R. E. Anderson (Eds .) School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, USA; W. C. Wood, MD, USA; G. A. Bray, Louisiana State University, Baton Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, Rouge, LA, USA (Eds .) Recent Advances In Retinal USA (Eds .) The Metabolic Syndrome: Degeneration Advances in Breast Cancer Epidemiology, Clinical Treatment, and Management Underlying Mechanisms Retinal Degenerations is the result of The Inter- national Symposium on Retinal Degeneration which has become perhaps the most important Over the last 5 years significant advances have Metabolic syndrome is the most common research meeting in the field. The topics in this been made in our understanding of the biology of clinical disorder, affecting as many as 60% of volume explore the etiology, cellular mechanisms, breast cancer. As a result of linking observations middle-aged and older adults. This book includes epidemiology, generics, models and potential made in the laboratory to new treatment strate- updated clinical views on metabolic syndrome; therapeutic measures for the blinding diseases gies, the outcome of breast cancer patients with its definition and current and current and future of retinitis pigmentosa and age-related macular both early and late stage disease has continued treatment options; and critical evaluation of the degeneration. to improve. This volume will highlight many of current status of each of the syndrome compo- Special focus is highlighted in the areas of the important advances that have improved our nents, including the latest knowledge of casual Mechanisms of Photoreceptor Degeneration and understanding of the biology and therapeutics of mechanisms. It is anticipated that this book will Cell Death (extremely important because very breast cancer. be of value to all of those seeking a comprehen- little is known how or why photoreceptors die in The initial discussion will focus on the evolving sive update on the metabolic syndrome. It will these diseases, despite an abundance of genetic understanding of the genetics of breast cancer. provide a broad basis for advancing research in the information), Age-Related Macular Degeneration (Olapade or Pasche) In addition to the well known multiple intersecting disciplines encompassed by (with several novel approaches to its analysis), genetic mutations BRCA1 and BRCA2, other the metabolic syndrome. Usher Syndrome (the most severe form of retinitis mutations that have recently been identified will be pigmentosa, which includes an early of congenital discussed. In addition, strategies for surveillance Features loss of hearing along with blindness), and Gene of high-risk populations and prevention strategies 7 Editors and authors are renowned experts from Therapy. under evaluation are highlighted. the basic and clinical sciences 7 Provides state- of-the-art the overview of the metabolic syndrome Features Features 7 Details both the basic and clinical science 7 Special focus on mechanism of photoreceptor 7 Highlights many of the significant advances that surrounding the syndrome 7 Offers a cross disci- degeneration and cell death have been made over the last 5 years to improve plinary analysis on intersecting pathways that play our understanding of the biology and therapeutics a role in the metabolic syndrome Fields of interest of breast cancer Ophthalmology From the contents Contents Metabolic Syndrome: to be or not to be.- The Role Target groups Introduction.- The Genetics of Breast Cancer.- of Obesity in Insulin Resistance: Epidemiological Scientists, researchers Sentinel Lymphadenectomy in Breast Cancer.- and metabolic aspects.- Treatment of the Metabolic Advances in Adjuvant Chemotherapy of Early Syndrome with Weight Loss, Exercise, Hormones Discount group Stage Breast Cancer.- Overview of Randomized and Surgery.- Insulin Resistance, Metabolic P Trials of Systemic Adjuvant Therapy.- Evolving Syndrome, and Cardiovascular Disease: an epide- Role of Adjuvant Endocrine Therapy.- Surgical miological perspective.- The Sympatho-Adrenal issues and preoperative systemic therapy.- New System in Metabolic Syndrome.- Insulin Action Tools for Assessing Risk of Recurrence.- Devel- and Endothelial Function. opment of New Targeted Therapies for Breast Cancer.- New Radiation Treatment Strategies for Fields of interest Early Stage Breast Cancer.- Index. Endocrinology; Diabetes; Internal Medicine
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L. E. Holt, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada; K. K. Hunt, G. L. Robb, E. A. Strom, N. T. Ueno, D. Ip, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital, J. Holt, Arcadia University, Halifax, NS, Canada; M . D . Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA Hong Kong T. Pelham (Eds .) Casebook of Orthopedic Flexibility Breast Cancer Rehabilitation A Concise Guide Foreword by: J. Mendelsohn Including Virtual Reality
This groundbreaking book is a definitive guide to This revised clinical guidebook is an essential This book is a companion text to Orthopedic flexibility and revises the conceptual framework resource for the practitioner, allowing quick, Rehabilitation, Assessment, and Enablement by the of the field. In Flexibility: A Concise Guide, the authoritative access to the latest and best in multi- same author, but can be used independently. authors provide a fresh perspective on flexibility, modality therapies. Topics covered in this volume Section 1 serves to illustrate through real-life one that challenges current thinking and profes- include screening for early detection of breast examples the rehabilitation ideas and principles sional practice, from the conceptual founda- cancer, hereditary breast/ovarian cancer genetic taught in the companion text, ranging from tions of research to the practical applications of syndromes, diagnostic radiology, ultrasonography, conditions seen daily by the orthopedic surgeon stretching techniques in a number of domains. All pathology, surgical options, radiation therapy for or primary care physician like knee and hip major types of flexibility technique and training early and advanced breast disease, tumor markers, osteoarthritis or plantar fasciitis; through more are covered in this comprehensive text, with an standard and high-dose chemotherapy, hormonal challenging conditions like hamstring injury reha- emphasis on when and how to use each method therapy, reconstructive surgery, post-treatment bilitation or heterotrophic ossification; to recent safely and effectively. Specific applications to rehabilitation, and symptom management and paradigm shifts in the management of osteopo- rehabilitation, sport, fitness, and dance make this quality of life. rosis and new technologies like vertebral fracture book an invaluable resource for all practitioners Two new chapters on molecular prognostic and assessment using state-of-the-art DXA machines, and professionals in the field of human movement. predictive markers, and sexuality and fertility hypergravity stimulation therapy, and many more. Combining three decades of sport and rehabilita- issues in women with breast cancer have been In Section 2, the author introduces the reader tion research with critical and creative thinking added. to the vast number of applications of computers and analysis. in orthopedic surgery, with special emphasis on Features the emerging importance of virtual reality in all Features 7 Essential clinical guide for oncologists, aspects of orthopedics, ranging from pre-opera- 7 Comprehensive, covering all relevant aspects of surgeons, and all physicians involved in breast tive planning, pre-operative surgical practice on flexibility 7 Summarizes the basic science under- cancer patient care 7 M.D. Anderson’s current virtual patients, and virtual wayfinding and lying the physiology of stretching 7 Synthesizes standard approach to breast cancer care 7 M.D. navigation; through intra-operative virtual bone the important literature and offers a concept of Anderson‘s multi-disciplinary approach; detailed structure modeling to enhance accuracy; to, how tissues respond to each of the stretching and key practice points provided for each chapter most importantly, post-operative or non-opera- methods 7 Proposes a new explanation, referred 7 New chapters on Molecular Prognostic and tive rehabilitation of orthopedic conditions using to as the “Fascia Hypothesis” Predictive Markers, and Sexuality and Fertility these new computer techniques. The book ends by Issues in Women with Breast Cancer stressing the importance of telerehabilitation, an From the contents increasingly important tool for ensuring that even Stretching Techniques and Exercise.- Stretching From the contents patients living in remote rural areas can have the the Major Muscle Groups of the Lower Limb.- Multidisciplinary Care of the Breast Cancer chance to participate in rehabilitation guided by a Stretching the Major Muscle Groups of the Upper Patient: Overview and Implementation.- Primary therapist through the use of a virtual environment Limb.- Stretching the Major Muscle Groups of Prevention of Breast Cancer and Screening and teleconferencing. The Trunk and Neck.- Advanced 3S Stretching for Early Detection of Breast Cancer.- Genetic Exercises for Figure. Predisposition to Breast Cancer.- Mammography, Features Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Breast, and 7 Highlights the uses of the computer in the field Fields of interest Radionuclide Imaging of the Breast.- Breast of orthopedic surgery 7 Highlights the increasing Sports Medicine; Rehabilitation Medicine; General Sonography.- Core Needle Biopsy and Needle importance of virtual reality in orthopedics Practice / Family Medicine Localization Biopsy of Nonpalpable Breast Lesions: 7 Emphasis on newer concepts of the emerging Technical Considerations and Diagnostic Chal- importance of tele-rehabilitation especially in Target groups lenges. reaching out for patients in rural areas, and new Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Family Medicine, paradigm shift in other fields of orthopedics like Internal Medicine, physiatry Fields of interest osteoporosis Oncology Discount group Fields of interest MR Target groups Orthopedics; Surgical Orthopedics; Rehabilitation Oncologists, oncology residents, surgeons Target groups Discount group Orthopedic surgeons, orthopedic nurses, physio- MR therapists, physiatrists
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Due January 2008 Due November 2007 Due December 2007 2008 . Approx . 215 p . 163 illus . (Musculoskeletal 2nd ed . 2008 . Approx . 520 p . 123 illus ., 8 in color . Medicine) Softcover (M .D . Anderson Cancer Care Series) Softcover 2008 . Approx . 300 p . 74 illus ., 46 in color . Softcover 7 $69.95 7 $59.95 7 approx. $49.95 ISBN 978-1-60327-104-2 ISBN 978-0-387-34950-3 ISBN 978-3-540-74426-9 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Medicine
J. S. Jones, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, R. E. Kingsley, University of Notre Dame, South Bend, W. Kirch, Faculty of Medicine, Dresden, Germany OH, USA (Ed .) IN, USA; R. D. Kingsley (Ed .) Prostate Biopsy Interactive Atlas of the Physical Activity and Nutrition Indications, Techniques, and Complications Human Brain Health Information Activities of the EU, WHO, other European Networks and National Examples Advances in prostate biopsy have made major Features complications uncommon and prostate biopsy 7 Fully interactive: student has control of is now one of the most common procedures labeling, and has an easy, mouse driven inter- One important reason for the multitude of research performed by urologists. In Prostate Biopsy: face with which to dynamically pan through the activities in this field is because physical inactivity Indications, Techniques, and Complications, all images 7 Four atlases in one: three MRI atlases and nutrition are significant risk factors for many topics related to the diagnosis of prostate cancer, complement a cadaver based atlasEach atlas has common non-communicable diseases. During the including risk factor assessment, indications for complete representation in all three anatomic past decades physical inactivity and high dietary biopsy, techniques, complications, and emerging planes; axial, coronal and sagittal 7 Comprehen- fat intakes have become increasingly prevalent in technologies in the science are presented. Topics sive: over 170 structures identified on the cadaver people’s daily lives in industrialised countries. To of great importance in the field of prostate biopsy atlas 7 Detailed: 1100 axial, 1528 coronal, and prevent and to tackle these major diseases, there such as PSA, pain prevention, prediction models, 1056 sagittal images in the cadaver atlas (3684 is a need for a much better understanding of the and biopsy techniques are addressed Internation- images total); 98 MRI-flair, 480 MRI-mprage, and basic biological and underlying patho-physiolog- ally acclaimed specialists provide their expert 119 MRI-t2 images 7 MRI images obtained on ical processes, as well as more relevant baseline opinions on all topics related to prostate cancer a 3 Tesela, state-of-the-art machine for highest data describing food intakes and physical activity diagnosis. Browsing the list of authors involves possible resolution in MR imaging 7 Three habits amongst the general population. recognition of those who have defined the sets of MR images are included, based on pulse Being aware of the importance of nutrition and science of prostate cancer diagnosis and those sequences commonly used clinically physical activity for health status a multitude of who continue to improve it on an ongoing basis. projects with different scopes and methodologies Prostate Biopsy: Indications, Techniques, and Fields of interest has arisen. This variety makes it necessary to bring Complications provides today’s most comprehen- Neurology the results of these activities into a coordinated sive and state of the art material written about framework. prostate biopsy. Target groups Medical students neurologists, neurosurgeons, Features Features radiology residents 7 Project associated with the European Commis- 7 All topics related to the diagnosis of prostate sion (EU emblem to appear on cover) 7 cancer are presented 7 Topics of great impor- Discount group Contributors drawn from Germany, Italy, Sweden, tance such as PSA, pain prevention, prediction MR and United Kingdom 7 Author bulk purchase of models, and biopsy techniques are included 200 books 7 Internationally acclaimed specialists provide their expert opinions on prostate cancer diagnosis From the contents 7 Prostate Biopsy: Indications, Techniques, and 1: Background and Purpose.- 2: List of Contribu- Complications provides the most comprehensive tors and Authors.- 3: Objective.- 4: Background information on prostate biopsy Information.- 4.1: Defining Concepts.- 4.2: Geographical Coverage.- 5: Methods.- 5.1: DG’s at Fields of interest the European Commission.- 5.2: WHO Section.- Urology/Andrology; Internal Medicine 5.3: European Networks.- 5.4: National data .- 6: Results.- 6.1: Analysis and Report on Health Infor- Target groups mation Activities on Physical Activity and Nutri- Urologists tion; The European Commission (DG SANCO).
Discount group Fields of interest MR Medicine/Public Health, general; Health Promo- tion and Disease Prevention; Health Administra- tion
Target groups Professionals in public health, occupational health, health promotion, and disease prevention
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Due January 2008 Due October 2007 Due December 2007 2008 . Approx . 235 p . 77 illus . (Current Clinical Urology) Hardcover 2007 . CD-ROM . Jewel case 2008 . Approx . 360 p . 15 illus ., 1 in color . Hardcover 7 $149.00 7 $350.00 7 approx. $59.95 ISBN 978-1-58829-790-7 ISBN 978-1-58829-960-4 ISBN 978-0-387-74840-5 Medicine Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
S. Kumar, University of Western Australia, Nedlands, J. Lepoittevin, Université Louis Pasteur, Strasbourg, D. A. Lichtenstein, Hôpital Ambroise-Paré, Boulogne, WA, Australia; J. Marescaux, University Hospital France; C. J. Le Coz, University Hospital Strasbourg, France Strasbourg, France (Eds .) France General ultrasound in the Telesurgery Dictionary of Contact critically ill Allergens Foreword by: M. Pinsky, F. Jardin Written by renowned experts from the Australia, Canada, the United States, Asia, and Europe, The Dictionary of Contact Allergens is a helpful Telesurgery explains technical issues, digital guide for the reader to familiarize with the struc- General ultrasound in the critically ill describes information processing, and provides collective tures of chemicals implicated in contact dermatitis. a new clinical tool: ultrasound for the intensive experiences from practitioners in different parts of Each molecule is described with its principal care and emergency physician. Written by an the world who perform a wide range of telesurgery name for classification. The most important intensivist familiar with ultrasound, it specifically applications. This includes transatlantic telesurgery synonyms, the Chemical Abstract Service (CAS) details findings of immediate clinical relevance and telesurgery for urology, brachytherapy, Heller Registry Number that characterizes the substance throughout its approx. 220 pages. Through a myotomy, etc. There are numerous graphics and and its chemical structure and relevant literature whole-body approach, this book considers new clinical photographs throughout, which illustrate references are also listed. Further, the reader will emergency applications regarding the abdomen, and illuminate the text well, providing high-quality find a unique chapter on Patch Testing with the venous system, head, heart, and the most original visual reference material. Telesurgery lays the patient’s own products. This guide is a ‘must-have’ topic, the lung. Flow charts are proposed to resolve foundation for the globalization of surgical proce- for each physician involved with the diagnosis and daily intensive care and emergency occurrences: dures, making possible the ability of a surgeon treatment of patients with contact dermatitis and acute dyspnea, shock, unexplained fever, etc. located in one part of the world to operate on a allergic skin disease. The strong points and pitfalls of ultrasound are patient located in another. reviewed in detail. This book shows just how Features critical ultrasound has proven to be in satisfying a Features 7 Sought-after resource for all physicians treating major concern in the intensive care and emergency 7 International experts explain wide range of tele- patients with contact dermatitis and allergic skin medicine fields: speed and accuracy. surgery application 7 State-of-the art technology disease 7 A-Z description of allergens - each and future implications 7 Valuable reference molecule is described with its principal name for From the contents source for surgical specialists from all related classification 7 With reader-friendly alphabetical Generalities.- Basic Notions.- The Ultrasound disciplines structure and a unique chapter on Patch Testing Equipment.- Specific Notions of Ultrasound in with the patient‘s own products the Critically Ill.- General Ultrasound: Normal Contents Patterns.- Organ by Organ Analysis.- Perito- Introduction to Telesurgery.- Computer-Assisted Contents neum.- Gastrointestinal Tract.- Liver.- Gall- and Remote Surgery.- Telesurgery and Robotics in Dictionary of Contact Allergens.- Introduction bladder.- Urinary System.- The Retroperitonal Urology.- Robotic Cancer Therapy and Thoracic and A-Z Description of Allergens.- Patch Testing Space.- Spleen, Adrenals, and Lymph Nodes.- Surgery: Robot-Assisted Minimally Invasive with the Patients’ Own Products. Upper Extremity Central Veins.- Inferior Vena Brachytherapy for Lung Cancer.- Robotic-Assised Cava.- Lower Extremity Veins.- Pleural Effusion Heller Mytomy.- Robotic-Assisted Surgery, Low Fields of interest and Introduction to the Lung Ultrasound Tech- Cost Options.- TER: A Robot for Remote Ultra- Dermatology; Allergology; Internal Medicine nique.- Pneumothorax and Introduction to Ultra- sonic Examination: Experimental Evaluations.- sound Signs in the Lung.- Lung.- Lung Ultrasound Information Support for Telesurgery.- Haptics Target groups Applications.- Mediastinum.- General Ultrasound in Telerobotic Systems for Minimally Invasive All physicians involved with the treatment of of the Heart.- Head and Neck.- Soft Tissues.- Surgery.- Tele-surgery and Computerised Smell.- patients with allergic skin disease and contact Clinical Application of Ultrasound.- Ultrasound Telementoring in Endocrine Surgery.- Training in dermatitis in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit.- Ultrasound Robotics and Telesurgery: Building a Successful in Trauma. Program.- Telesurgery and The Law.- Telesurgery: Discount group An Audit.- Index. MR Fields of interest Intensive / Critical Care Medicine; Emergency Fields of interest Medicine; Ultrasound Surgery; Colorectal Surgery; Cardiac Surgery Target groups Target groups Intensivists, emergency physicians, anaestheisolo- Specialists at all levels of experience working in the gists, radiologists, cardiologists, surgeons field of telesurgery Discount group Discount group MR MR
Due October 2007 Due January 2008 Due November 2007 1st ed . 2005 . 2nd printing 2007 . XIII, 199 p . 247 illus . 2008 . Approx . 160 p . 58 illus ., 48 in color . Hardcover 2008 . VIII, 280 p . 8 illus . in color . Softcover Softcover 7 $119.00 7 approx. $39.95 7 $69.95 ISBN 978-3-540-72998-3 ISBN 978-3-540-74164-0 ISBN 978-3-540-73623-3 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Medicine
S. Loue, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, J. Marín-García, The Molecular Cardiology and R. A. Norman, “Dermatology Healthcare”, Tampa, FL, OH, USA (Ed .) Neuromuscular Institute, Highland Park, NJ, USA USA (Ed .) Health Issues Confronting Aging and the Heart Diagnosis of Aging Skin Minority Men Who Have Sex A Post-Genomic View Diseases with Men
Cardiac aging, like aging in general, is a complex The manifestations of dermatologic disease in the Although there has been an increasing public process involving numerous cellular and molecular geriatric population are often subtly different to interest in minority men who have sex with men changes, which along the way contribute to the those in the younger age groups and there is a need (MSM), much of that attention has focused on expression of the multiple phenotypes of aging, to produce a practical and clinical reference for HIV risk and has been concerned with lurid details “the different faces” of cardiac aging. Several dermatology fellows and residents, geriatricians of people’s sex lives. Relatively little attention has plausible theories have been considered to explain and related clincians to identify dermatoses and addressed the multiple health issues confronting aging, e.g., evolution, free radical, somatic muta- their differential diagnosis specific to the aging this population, the risks that are associated with tion, etc; and at this time it is most likely that these population. Diagnosis of Aging Skin Diseases will various health conditions (apart from HIV), or the different theories are intertwined with each other provide the clinician with a visual encyclopedia of innovative strategies that have been developed to without a definitive “winner”, reflecting a mixture geriatric dermatoses that can be used on rounds address them. of genetic and epigenetic elements found in most or in a reference environment. It also provides a Each section of this edited book will be devoted to aged individuals with cardiovascular defects. structured review of the differential diagnosis of a particular health issue affecting minority MSM. The demonstration in numerous animal models the lesions illustrated within the book, which will Each section will consist of one or more scholarly of the dramatic alterations in life-span achieved make this a priceless reference resource for all chapters that address the particular issue, followed by gene engineering or dietary modifications, physicians dealing with older skin. by a chapter or short piece from an individual such as caloric restriction, further underscores associated with a nonprofit organization or public the interplay of both genetic and environmental Features health department. In addition, each section will factors involved in aging, as well as acting through 7 First differential diagnostic reference for physi- contain one or more writings from minority MSM molecular and signaling pathways operative in the cians and students of dermatology 7 Highly regarding their experiences and/or perspective on heart and the vasculature. illustrated reference the issue at hand. Features From the contents Features 7 Includes 40 illustrations The Demographic Imperative.- Structure and 7 There is very little information available that Function of Aging Skin.- Photo-aging.- Aging and explores the high risk behaviors associated with Fields of interest the Skin: The Geriatrician’s Perspective.- White MSM from minority populations Cardiology and Red Lesions of the Oral Mucosa.- Nail and Hair Disorders in the Elderly.- Rosacea in the From the contents Target groups Elderly.- Variations in Aging in Ethnic Skin and I. Identities.- 1. Defining Men who Have Sex with Cardiologists, cardiovascular researchers, libraries Hair: Corrective and Cosmetic Treatment.- Skin Men (MSM).- 2. Rebirth: Evolution of A Gender.- Cancer in Elderly Patients.- Differential Diagnosis 3. De Donde?- 4. Untitled.- II. Sexual Abuse.- Discount group of Autoimmune Bullous Diseases in the Elderly.- 5. Childhood Sexual Abuse and its Sequelae MR Geriatric Fungal Infections.- Xerosis and Pruritis Among Latino Gay and Bisexual Men.- 6. May in the Elderly: Recognition and Management.- and December: Dangerous Intimacies.- III. Mental Sarcoidosis in Aging Skin.- Inflammatory Scaling Illness and Substance Use.- 7. Body Image Distur- Dermatoses.- The Cutaneous Manifestations of bance and its Related Disorders.- 8. Cutting.- Nutritional Deficiencies.- Infestations, Bites, and 9. Substance Use Among Minority MSM.- Stings in Aging Skin.- Psychoneurodermatologic IV. Homelessness.- 10. Homelessness Among Disorders.- Common Vascular Disorders in the Substance Using Minority MSM. Elderly.- Pressure Ulcers.- Cutaneous Manifesta- tions of Diabetes.- Geriatric Dermatology: Head to Fields of interest Toe Evaluation. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention; Public Health; Sex Research/Sex Therapy Fields of interest Dermatology; General Practice / Family Medicine; Target groups Primary Care Medicine Public health professionals, graduate students in public health, social workers Target groups Residents and students of dermatology, family Discount group physicians, fellows and residents in geriatrics MR Discount group MR
Due December 2007 Due December 2007 Due December 2007
2008 . Approx . 305 p . 13 illus . Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 500 p . 40 illus . Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 380 p . 126 illus ., 124 in color . Softcover 7 $59.95 7 $179.00 7 $59.95 ISBN 978-0-387-74538-1 ISBN 978-0-387-74071-3 ISBN 978-1-84628-677-3 10 Medicine Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
A. F. Shields, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, USA J. Stolzenburg, M. T. Gettman, E. N. Liatsikos (Eds .) P. Tak, University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands (Ed .) (Ed .) Endoscopic Extraperitoneal In Vivo Imaging of Cancer Radical Prostatectomy New Therapeutic Targets in Therapy Laparoscopic and Robot-Assisted Surgery Rheumatoid Arthritis
Imaging studies are frequently used to evaluate Endoscopic/ laparoscopic extraperitoneal radical The volume focuses on therapeutic targets that the success of cancer treatments for a variety of prostatectomy (EERPE) has become established were identified after TNF blockade and that have tumor types. In Vivo Imaging of Cancer Therapy as a therapeutic option for localized prostate recently been registered or are currently under addresses a variety of cutting-edge imaging tech- cancer. This book is an atlas, not a conventional development for the treatment of rheumatoid niques, including their use for best practice, and textbook. Its main goal is to guide the urologist arthritis. Each chapter discusses the biological provides examples of results found in both pre- step by step through EERPE, aiming to make this rationale in great detail, including in vitro work clinical and clinical studies. This comprehensive highly standardized technique reproducible. Every and work in animal models, and where appro- text covers the entire spectrum of in vivo imaging stage of the procedure is presented with numerous priate, results form clinical trials. for oncology, including current approaches to endoscopic images and diagrams so that the The book is written by an international authorship detailed anatomic measurements, MR and optical reader can fully comprehend the different surgical of experts in this field. It is of interest to rheuma- spectroscopy, and molecular imaging techniques steps. Complications and their management are tologists, immunologists, internists, investigators requiring exogenously administered imaging described in detail. Special chapters are devoted in immunology and rheumatology, the pharma- agents. The challenges and approaches to quan- to the anatomy of the prostate, anesthesiological ceutical industry. tification are also outlined. The authors describe considerations, and postoperative management technologies and methods that are currently and training. Features clinically available, and many that are still in a 7 Focuses on therapeutic targets that were identi- developmental stage or useful only in animal From the contents fied after TNF blockade and that have recently studies. However, it is important to realize that the Historical aspects of laparoscopy and endoscopic been registered or are currently under develop- majority of imaging devices now offered for sale by extraperitoneal radical prostatectomy (EERPE). ment 7 Each chapter discusses the biological the major imaging equipment manufacturers did Historical overview of robotic radical prosta- rationale in great detail including results from not exist as recently as 3 or 4 years ago. tectomy. Surgical anatomy for radical prostatec- clinical trials 7 Written by an international tomy. Surgical neuroanatomy of the male pelvis. authorship of experts in this field Features Inter- and intrafascial dissection technique of 7 Covers entire spectrum of in vivo imaging nerve-sparing radical prostatectomy. The muscular From the contents for oncology, including current approaches to systems of the bladder neck and urethra. Equip- B cells (rituximab, anti-Blyss, TACI-Ig).- anatomic measurement, MR and optical spectros- ment and recommended set of instruments Co-stimulatory pathways (abatacept and copy, and molecular imaging techniques for EERPE. Advances in image processing. Indica- others).- L-6R.- Oncostatin-M.- Il-1.- IL-12/IL- 7 Contributors are world-renowned and repre- tions for EERPE. Anesthesia considerations in 23.- IL-15.- IL-17.- IL-18.- IL-10 related cyto- sent a variety of fields radical prostatectomy. Pelvic lymphadenectomy in kines.- Chemokines.- Signaling pathways.- Osteo- the management of prostate cancer.Technique of pontin. Field of interest EERPE - step by step. Trouble shooting. Hemo- Oncology stasis in radical prostatectomy. Extraperitoneal Fields of interest robotic radical prostatectomy: operative technique Rheumatology; Immunology; Pharmacology/ Target groups - step by step. The need for classification of compli- Toxicology Researchers and professionals cations of radical prostatectomy. Modular training in EERPE. Postoperative Management. Inpatient Target groups Discount group rehabilitation of post-prostatectomy incontinence. Scientific libraries; researchers and clinicians; MC pharmaceutical industry System requirements For PC und Mac. For the complete system require- Discount group ments see: springer.com MR
Fields of interest Urology/Andrology; Surgical Oncology
Target groups Practitioners and professionals
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Due October 2007 Due October 2007 Due March 2008
2007 . 494 p . (Cancer Drug Discovery and Development) 2008 . XVI, 196 p . 395 illus ., 250 in color . With DVD . 2008 . Approx . 250 p . (Progress in Inflammation Research) Hardcover Softcover Hardcover 7 $169.00 7 $99.00 7 $159.00 ISBN 978-1-58829-633-7 ISBN 978-3-540-45533-2 ISBN 978-3-7643-8237-7 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Biomedicine 11
S. Bauer, University of Marburg, Germany; A. van den Berg, University of Twente, Enschede, S. K. Calderwood, M. Y. Sherman, D. R. Ciocca (Eds .) G. Hartmann, University Clinic Bonn, Germany The Netherlands; H. Andersson, Royal Institute of (Eds .) Technology, Stockholm, Sweden Heat Shock Proteins in Cancer Toll-like Receptors (TLRs) and Lab-on-Chips for Cellomics Micro and Nanotechnologies for Life Science Innate Immunity Heat shock proteins are emerging as important molecules in the development of cancer and as key targets in cancer therapy. These proteins enhance Overall recent research on TLRs has led to tremen- The convergence of life sciences and micro/nano- the growth of cancer cells and protect tumors from dous increase in our understanding of early steps technologies is one of the fastest growing modern treatments such as drugs or surgery. However, new in pathogen recognition and will presumably lead R and D areas with an enormous potential societal drugs have recently been developed particularly to potent TLR targeting therapeutics in the future. impact. Microfluidics or Lab-on-Chip (LOC) those targeting heat shock protein 90. As heat This book reviews and highlights our recent under- devices, also dubbed BioMEMS, are a fascinating shock protein 90 functions to stabilize many of standing on the function and ligands of TLRs as example of this combination of two scientific areas. the oncogenes and growth promoting proteins in well as their role in autoimmunity, dendritic cell This book, which is the first volume entirely dedi- cancer cells, such drugs have broad specificity in activation and target structures for therapeutic cated to microfabricated cell-based systems, will many types of cancer cell and offer the possibility intervention. provide readers with a quick introduction to the of evading the development of resistance through field as well as with a variety of specific examples point mutation or use of compensatory pathways. Contents of such Lab-on-Chip systems for cellomics applica- Heat shock proteins have a further property that Toll-Like Receptors (TLRs) and Their Ligands. tions. It will give investigators inspiration for makes them tempting targets in cancer immuno- Signalling of Toll-Like Receptors. TLR 9 Medi- innovative research topics, whereas end users will therapy. These proteins have the ability to induce ated Recognition of DNA. RNA Recognition via be surprised about the wide variety of new and an inflammatory response when released in tumors Toll-Like Receptors 7 and 8. Fungal recognition exciting applications. and to carry tumor antigens to antigen presenting by TLR2 and Dectin-1. Heat Shock Proteins and cells. Toll-Like Receptors. Nucleic Acid Recognition Features Receptors in Autoimmunity. DC-Subsets and Toll- 7 Provides readers with a quick introduction Features Like Receptors. Structure of Toll-Like Receptors. to the field as well as with a variety of specific 7 First book to comprehensively cover heat Toll-like Receptor-Agonists in the Treatment of examples of such Lab-on-Chip systems for cello- shock proteins in cancer – an area of high interest Skin Cancer: History, Current Developments and mics applications 7 Detailed discussion of the role of hsp90 in Future Prospects. Vaccination with Messenger cancer therapy and drug developement 7 Heat RNA (mRNA). Contents shock proteins both as targets for chemotherapy 1: Microfluidic devices for cellomics.- 2: Pretreat- and immunotherapy are examined 7 Unique Fields of interest ment of biological samples for microchip analysis.- mechanisms for Hsp in cancer such as apoptosis, Pharmacology/Toxicology; Immunology; Medical 3: Liposomes as cellular model systems.- senescence and a role in NDA repair are discussed Microbiology 4: A versatile chip-based tool for the controlled manipulation of microparticles in biology using From the contents Target groups high frequency electromagnetic fields.- 5: Micro- The Hsp90 Chaperone Machinery Acts at Protein Libraries, clinicians and researchers in the fields of electroporation in cellomics.- 6: Patch clamp Folding Clefts to Regulate Both Signaling Protein pharmacology, immunology and microbiology microsystems.- 7: Using lab-on-a-chip technolo- Function and Protein Quality Control.- Implica- gies to understand cellular mechanotransduction.- tions of heat shock proteins in carcinogenesis and Discount group 8: Analysis of apoptosis on chip.- .9: On chip single cancer progression.- HSF1: An Emerging Factor In P cell cultivation systems.- 10: Human embryonic Cancer.- Anti-apoptotic, tumorigenic and meta- stem cells and microfluidics.- 11: Cellular and static potential of Hsp27 (HspB1) and aB-crystallin subcellular analysis on chip.- 12: Microfluidic cell (HspB5): emerging targets for the development of culture devices.- 13: Micromachined bioreactor for new anti-cancer therapeutic strategies. in vitro cell self-assembly and 3D tissue formation. Fields of interest Fields of interest Cancer Research; Immunology; Molecular Biomedicine general; Analytical Chemistry; Medicine Biotechnology Target groups Target groups Cancer biologists and therapists, immunolo- Investigators, end users gists, immunotherapists, apoptosis researchers, molecular chaperones researchers, hyperthermia Discount group researchers P Discount group P
Due January 2008 Due November 2007 Due October 2007 2008 . Approx . 310 p . (Handbook of Experimental 2008 . X, 406 p . (Heat Shock Proteins, Volume 2) Pharmacology, Volume 183) Hardcover 2007 . XVI, 363 p . Softcover Hardcover 7 approx. $359.00 7 $69.95 7 $199.00 ISBN 978-3-540-72166-6 ISBN 978-1-4020-6562-0 ISBN 978-1-4020-6400-5 12 Biomedicine Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
F. Colotta, Nerviano Medical Sciences, Milan, Italy; Current Topics in Microbiology A. Finn, University of Bristol, UK; A. J. Pollard, A. Mantovani, Istituto Clinico Humanitas, Milan, Italy University of Oxford, UK (Eds .) (Eds .) and Immunology Hot Topics in Infection and Targeted Therapies in Cancer Series editors: R. Compans, M. Cooper, T. Honjo, H. Koprowski, F. Melchers, M. Oldstone, S. Olsnes, Immunity in Children IV Myth or Reality? P. Vogt, C. Svanborg
Volume 319 Hot Topics in Infection and Immunity in Children In September 2005 an International Meeting on IV contains chapters based on lectures given by “Targeted Therapies in Cancer: Myth or Reality” T. Manser, Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, speakers at the “Infection and Immunity in Chil- was held in Milan. This successful Meeting was PA, USA (Ed .) dren” course, held in June 2006 at Keble College, intended to represent a forum for scientists and Oxford. It was the fourth annual course of this clinicians working in cancer drug discovery and Specialization and name and this is the fourth book in the series as therapy to share their reflections and experiences well. Together the courses and books have become on how the paradigm shift from empiricism to Complementation of Humoral important components of the training available molecular targeted therapies is contributing to the Immune Responses to to paediatricians with an interest in this specialty translation of basic knowledge into new thera- Infection and have become increasingly popular each year. pies for cancer patients. This book collects the This book covers topics in infectious diseases contributions given by scientists and clinicians, in children and is intended for Pediatric Infec- from Academia and Industry, who participated to tious Disease trainees, trainers, and all those who this Meeting. The importance of specific antibodies for the manage children with infections. We hope that this book contributes to improve our clearance of and long-term resistance to many approach to cancer drug discovery and, ultimately, infectious pathogens has long been appreciated. In Features to find new, more efficacious and better tolerated the last five years, data from of all of these areas of 7 Based on the course “Infection and Immunity drugs for cancer patients. It provides an overview research have coalesced, resulting in the emer- in Children 2006” held at St Catherine‘s College, of diverse approaches ranging from drug discovery gence of a new and more complete understanding Oxford, UK 7 Fourth in the series, various to cellular therapy. of how antibody-mediated resistance to pathogens aspects of paediatric infectious diseases written by is elaborated. The recent explosion of knowledge the leading authorities in the field Features of Toll-like receptor (TLR) specificity and function 7 Presents findings from the 2005 meeting (Takeda et al., 2003) has further embellished this Fields of interest Targeted Therapies in Cancer: Myth or Reality understanding. It is now clear that there is not Immunology; Virology; Infectious Diseases 7 Reviews the move from empiricism to only extensive overlap and cross-complementarity molecular targeted therapies and its effect on in the action of innate and adaptive systems, but Target groups the development of new cancer therapies also specialization of function of the various B cell Researchers and professionals in immunology, 7 Offers readers an overview of diverse subsets and the types of antibodies they produce. infectious disease, pharmaceutical sciences, approaches, ranging from drug discovery to This synergistic interaction of multiple compo- virology, microbiology, and pathobiology. cellular therapy nents of these systems is perhaps best exemplified in antibody responses to bacteria. Discount group From the contents P Introduction.- 1. Causality in medicine.- 2. The From the contents evolution of the biomedical paradigm in oncology: Pattern recognition by B-cells: The role of antigen Implications for cancer Therapy.- 3. Anticancer repetitiveness versus Toll-like receptors.- The drug discovery and development.- 4. Beyond multifunctional role of antibodies in the protec- VEGF, targeting tumor growth and angiogenesis tive response to bacterial T cell independent via alternative mechanisms.- 5. Aurora kinases antigens.- B cell lineage contributions to antiviral and their inhibitors: more than one target and one host response.- The important and diverse roles of drug. antibodies in the host response to Borrelia infec- tions.- A distinct role for B1b lymphocytes in T Fields of interest cell-independent immunity. Cancer Research; Human Genetics; Medicine/ Public Health, general Fields of interest Immunology; Virology Target groups Basic cancer researchers, molecular oncologists Target groups Researchers and scientists in the field of Discount group immunology MR Discount group P
Due October 2007 Due November 2007 Due January 2008 2008 . Approx . 245 p . 46 illus ., 3 in color . (Advances 2008 . Approx . 220 p . 33 illus . (Advances in Experimental in Experimental Medicine and Biology, Volume 609) Medicine and Biology, Volume 610) Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 190 p . 20 illus ., 10 in color . Hardcover Hardcover 7 $149.00 7 $139.00 7 $139.00 ISBN 978-0-387-73897-0 ISBN 978-3-540-73899-2 ISBN 978-0-387-73959-5 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Biomedicine 13
R. W. Gereau IV, Washington University, St . Louis, L. Graca, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal (Ed .) K. Kavanagh, National University of Ireland, MO, USA; G. Swanson, Northwestern University, Maynooth, Co . Kildare, Ireland (Ed .) Chicago, IL, USA (Eds .) The Immune Synapse as a Novel Target for Therapy New Insights in Medical The Glutamate Receptors Mycology
The immune synapse can be compared to a Glutamate receptors are critically important for molecular machine that controls T cell activation Although the means of diagnosing and treating normal brain function. The preceding decade has when getting in contact with an antigen-presenting fungal infections have improved greatly over the seen remarkable advances in our understanding cell (APC). The immune synapse is involved in last decade fungi still represent a serious threat to of the physiological function and molecular struc- the transfer of information across the T cell–APC the health of immunocompromised and immuno- ture of these proteins. The Glutamate Receptors junction. It plays an essential role in the control deficient patients. The aim of this book is to give an provides an expansive review of the field with a and nature of the immune response. In recent in-depth assessment of our current understanding topical update to two excellent books - The Iono- years several approaches have been developed of the Biology of the main fungal pathogens and tropic Glutamate Receptors and The Metabotropic to reprogram the immune response by targeting how they interact with the host’s immune response. Glutamate Receptors. An exciting primer to the molecules involved in the immune synapse. Each Chapter focuses on a specific fungal pathogen study of glutamate receptors and their central role Monoclonal antibodies, such as those targeting or group of pathogens and examines their biology in neurotransmission, The Glutamate Receptors the lymphocyte co-receptor, costimulatory and and the factors that allow the fungus colonise covers the extraordinary research and significant adhesion molecules (CD3, CD4, CD40L, CTLA4- and disseminate within the host. In addition each developments in the decade since the previous Ig, LFA-1), or altered peptide ligands have been Chapter gives an indication of the challenges that books were published and gives a snapshot of how shown capable of inducing immune tolerance in remain to be tackled over the next 5 – 10 years in prominent scientists look to the future of research transplantation, autoimmunity and allergy. increasing our understanding of fungal pathoge- in the field. Both insightful and comprehensive, This volume discusses the progress in the field, nicity. Each chapter is written by internationally The Glutamate Receptors provides an invaluable from basic science to clinical trials, and the major recognized experts and this has ensured that the reference to students and scientists on nearly mechanisms involved. It is of interest to clinicians book is as comprehensive and authoritative a text every aspect of glutamate receptor structure and and researchers working in this area. as is possible to assemble. function. Features Features Features 7 Discusses how interfering with T cell activa- 7 Each Chapter is written by internationally 7 Covers the central role glutamate receptors play tion may lead to immune tolerance 7 Describes recognised experts in the field 7 Provides a in neurotransmission 7 Condenses two previous immune modulation and the recruitment of regu- comprehensive assessment of our state of know- landmark volumes, The Ionotropic Glutamate latory T cells 7 Provides information on the role ledge regarding each fungal pathogen 7 Indicates Receptors and The Metabotropic Glutamate of monoclonal antibodies in tolerance induction the main challenges that remain to be tackled in Receptors into one easily accessible volume 7 Describes mechanisms maintaining dominant increasing our understanding of how fungi interact 7 Covers nearly every aspect of glutamate tolerance with the host’s immune response 7 Contains a receptor structure and function for the working strong emphasis on the interaction of the fungus researcher and student Fields of interest with the host’s immune system Immunology; Infectious Diseases; Cell Biology Fields of interest Fields of interest Neurosciences; Pharmacology/Toxicology; Target groups Immunology; Medical Microbiology; Molecular Neurobiology Immunologists in basic science and clinical immu- Medicine nologists Target groups Target groups Neuroscientists, pharmacologists, biologists, Discount group Researchers in microbiology and specifically graduate students, molecular biologists P medical mycology, postgraduates, postdoctoral researchers and PIs, clinical microbiologists, Discount group members of microbiology societies, undergraduate P students taking modules in microbiology and specifically medical mycology
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A. Kofalvi, University of Coimbra, Portugal (Ed .) T. E. Lane, M. Carson, C. Bergmann, T. Wyss-Coray J. M. Monti, S. R. Pandi-Perumal, B. L. Jacobs, (Eds .) D. J. Nutt (Eds .) Cannabinoids and the Brain Central Nervous System Serotonin: Molecular, Diseases and Inflammation Functional and Clinical Endocannabinoids control most of the body Aspects functions, and in the brain, they modulate neurotransmission, synaptic plasticity, confer The purpose of Central Nervous System Inflamma- neuroprotection, control metabolism, neuro- and tion and Disease is to provide a succinct and well- The neurotransmitter serotonin plays a central neuritogenesis, survival, cognitive and motor func- organized reference volume focused on inflamma- role in physiological states like sleep in its various tions as well as a plethora of other higher-order tory CNS disease to a wide audience. In particular, stages and wakefulness. Serotonin-modulating brain functions. Their fruitful therapeutic potential this text is comprised of four sections revolving drugs are of clinical interest as antidepressants, is recognized by cannabinoid researchers and around current areas of interest within the field of anxiolytics and antipsychotics. pharmaceutical companies, respectively. neuroimmunology, virology, pharmacology and The focus of this volume is on neuropsycho- The aim of this book is to help clinicians, neuro- disease. Sections of this text focus on a specific pharmacology of serotonin and its role in sleep scientists, as well as students, understand the category of diseases as well as the pharmacological, and wakefulness. It presents neurochemical, significance of the endocannabinoid system. This virological, and immunological effects of and on electrophysiological and neuropharmacological book, however, also will be very useful to those the disease. For example, this text explores how approaches to the understanding of the mechanism who already feel comfortable with the neurosci- chemokines effect disease. of action of serotonin and related substances of ence of endocannabinoids. The book will introduce Although many have covered this topic, few clinical interest. the reader to the “up-to-date” neurobiology of have broken it down at this level. Each disease The contributing authors are leading experts in endocannabinoids and related systems, and will is broken down on a variety of scientific levels the field of sleep and neuropharmacology. The detail their pathophysiological role and therapeutic without getting into the history of the disease. volume covers core as well as contemporary topics potential. Authors involved in clinical investiga- At this level, we believe the targeted audience is in the area and will be valuable for all professionals tions present results of recent clinical trials, and familiar with the background information. This interested in interdisciplinary results in the context the development of new therapeutic strategies and approach provides a succinct overview of a specific of drugs affecting the central nervous system. medicines. subject relating to interrelated topics pertaining to neurology, immunology and disease. Features Features 7 Overview of current approaches and medica- 7 Though there are books on cannabinoids avail- Features tions 7 Up-to-date reference resource able on the market, they do not thoroughly deal 7 Editors and contributors are top names in the 7 Interesting and readable with the neuroscience and therapeutic potential of field 7 Topical approach and organization of the cannabinoids 7 Presents the latest research in the volume provides a succinct overview of a specific From the contents growing endocannabinoid research field subject relating to interrelated topics pertaining to Evolution of concepts.- The dorsal raphe nucleus neurology, immunology, and disease and median raphe nucleus: organization and From the contents projections.- Serotonin receptors.- Electrophysi- Part I The Neuroscience of the Endocannabinoid From the contents ology of serotonergic neurons and the regulation System: From Marihuana to the Discovery of Section I – Microglia and CNS Disease.- Section II of serotonin release.- Serotonin receptors and the the Endocannabinoid System.Part II Targeting – Innate Immune Responses within the Brain.- regulation of behavioural state.- Relevance of sero- the Endocannabinoid System in Neurology and Section III – Chemokines and CNS Disease.- tonin to clinical disorders and drug actions. Psychiatry: Introduction. Section IV – Antigen Presentation and Immune Responses within the Brain. Fields of interest Fields of interest Pharmacology/Toxicology; Molecular Medicine; Neurosciences; Neurology; Psychiatry Fields of interest Human Physiology Immunology; Neurosciences; Virology Target groups Target groups Neuroscientists, neurologists, psychiatrists, grad- Target groups Physicians, psychopharmacologists, psychiatrists, uate students researching on the endocannabinoid Researchers, scientists, professionals, clinicians, sleep disorder specialists and researchers, graduate system and its effects upon a number of different physicians, and graduate students in the fields of medical students, libraries neurodegenerative disorders immunology, neuroimmunology, virology, micro- biology, pharmacology, and medicine Discount group Discount group P P Discount group P
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P. O‘Donnell, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD, Progress in Drug Research R. H. Walker, S. Saiki, A. Danek (Eds .) USA (Ed .) Series editors: P. L. Herrling, A. Matter Neuroacanthocytosis Cortical Deficits in Volume 65 Syndromes II Schizophrenia From Genes to Function F. Petersen, R. Amstutz, Novartis Pharma AG, Basel, Switzerland (Eds .) This book contains the latest research regarding the neurodegenerative conditions known as The genetics of schizophrenia have been elusive Natural Compounds as Drugs, neuroacanthocytosis. Recent advances have identi- for decades. In the past few years, a complex set fied the range of mutations in the causative genes, of genes and gene variations that confer predis- Volume I shedding light on potential phenotype-genotype position for schizophrenia have been identified. correlations. In vitro studies have identified poten- As each gene individually is not sufficient to tial protein interactions, which have important trigger the disorder, it is likely there needs to be a The use of substances derived from plants, fungi, implications for pathophysiology, and work on combined presence of several predisposing factors bacteria and marine organisms has a long tradi- erythrocyte membranes suggests mechanisms for for the disorder to take place. The past several tion in medicine. Together with their derivatives, the generation of acanthocytes. Animal models are years have been very prolific in identifying such and synthetic compounds deduced from natural being generated which greatly facilitate under- genes, and a common theme that has emerged in product precursors, they represent a major part of standing the significance of gene mutations in this field is that these genes are important for a few today‘s pharmaceutical market. humans, and provide the foundation for possible common mechanisms, including brain develop- In molecular biological research, natural products therapeutic interventions. ment and the properties of three important brain also play an important role as tool compounds chemicals: dopamine (of a critical role in motiva- in pathway screening and validation of target From the contents tion and attention), glutamate (the primary excit- identification concepts. They provide innova- Part I: The Neuroacanthocytosis Syndromes.- atory transmitter) and GABA (the main inhibitory tive opportunities in drug discovery, leading to a Part II: Basic Research – Proteins and Erythro- agent in the brain). The challenge is to understand detailed understanding of biological pathways and cytes.- Part III: Animal Models.- Part IV: the biology of the genes and determine how they revealing the functions of involved enzymes or The Structural Basis of Brain Involvement in exert their influence, particularly in terms of brain receptors. Neuroacanthocytosis.- Part V: Clinical Aspects development and function. This book provides an This book highlights the biodiversity-driven and Therapy.- Part VI: The Way Forward. overview of recent findings. approaches which are now of eminent importance in natural products research. It addresses the ques- Fields of interest Features tion why natural products display such a complex Neurosciences; Neurology; Human Genetics 7 Presents the latest research on how genetic chemical information, what makes them often predisposition can produce schizophrenia’s patho- unique and what their characteristics are. Practical Target groups physiological outcomes questions such as supply of natural substances Libraries, scientists and researchers in the fields of and production optimization strategies are also neurosciences and neurology Contents covered. Schizophrenia-Predisposing Genes. an Overview.- Discount group Neuregulin Deficits In Schizophrenia.- Neuregulin: Features P Genetic Animal Models.- HOMER Proteins and 7 Highlights innovative opportunities in drug Schizophrenia.- Reelin and Schizophrenia.- DISC1 discovery 7 Overview of strategies and screening and Cognition.- Hippocampal Deficits. from methods 7 Compilation of current applicable Genes To Behavior.- Glutamate Deficits in Schizo- technology phrenia.- Cortical Metabolism In Schizophrenia.- and Prefrontal Cortical Interneurons.- Cortical Fields of interest Interneurons and Schizophrenia.- Developmental Pharmacology/Toxicology; Biochemistry, general Animal Models: Gestational Antimitotics. Target groups Fields of interest Scientists in medicinal chemistry, pharmacologists, Neurosciences; Psychiatry; Neurology managers in the pharmaceutical industry
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D. M. Williams, Natural History Museum, London, UK; M. C. Ebach, Botanic Garden and Botanical Museum Berlin-Dahlem, Germany Foundations of Systematics and Biogeography
This volume draws attention to the seminal studies and important advances that have shaped systematic and biogeographic thinking and continue to influence its direction today. It traces concepts in homology and classification from the 19th century to the present through the provision of a unique anthology of scientific writings from Goethe, Agassiz, Geoffroy St. Hilaire, Owen, Naef, Zangerl and Nelson, among others. In addition, current attitudes and practices in comparative biology are interrogated, particularly in relation to evolutionary studies leading to a re-statement of the principal aims of the discipline. In order to alert prospective students to pitfalls common in systematics and biogeography, the book highlights three principal messages: biological classifications and their explanatory mechanisms are separate notions; most, if not all, homology concepts pre- date the works of Darwin; and that the founda- tion of all comparative biology is the concept of relationship – neither ‚similarity‘ nor ‚genealogical hypotheses of descent‘ are sufficient.
Features 7 will explode some myths currently part of biology and reassert – and re-state – the principal aims of comparative biology, especially in relation to evolutionary studies
From the contents Introduction - Systematics, Evolution and Clas- sification.- Systematics as Problem-Solving.- The Archetype.- Ernst Haeckel and Systematische Phylogenie.- The German Development of Morphology: From Ernst Haeckel to Willi Hennig.- Pattern Cladistics.- Homologues and Homology.- Discovering Homologues.- Homology and Systematics.- Homology and Transformation.- Character Conflict.
Fields of interest Human Genetics; Cell Biology; Evolutionary Biology
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M. S. Khine, Murdoch University, WA, Australia (Ed .) A. J. Marsella, J. L. Johnson, P. Watson, J. Gryczynski (Eds .) Knowing, Knowledge and Beliefs Ethnocultural Perspectives on Epistemological Studies across Diverse Disaster and Trauma Cultures Foundations, Issues, and Applications
Beliefs about nature of knowledge and learning, Crises do not occur in cultural vacuums, but help or epistemological beliefs have been an interest of often does. Good intentions are not enough. Lack educational researchers and psychologists for the of cultural understanding, sensitivity, and compe- past several years. New perspectives on theoretical, tencies can hamper and even harm the professional conceptual and methodological approaches and response to disasters. To help and heal, one must empirical studies on epistemological beliefs are know and understand the cultural background of emerging in the literature as a well-defined field disaster victims. Ethnocultural Perspectives on of study. Studies show that personal epistemology Disaster and Trauma offers readers substantive has influence on comprehension, study strate- knowledge in these three vital areas of disaster gies, learning process and academic performance. response. Research in this area has undergone considerable In this pioneering volume, experts on individual growth in the past decades and has now reached and collective trauma experience, posttraumatic a stage of notable diversity and internationaliza- stress and related syndromes, and emergency and tion. Bringing together prominent educators and crisis intervention – share knowledge and insights researchers, this book focuses on conceptual and on the cultural context of working with ethnic and methodical issues and state-of-the-art theoretical racial minority communities during disasters. understanding on epistemological beliefs from educational and psychological perspectives. It is a Features critical and specialized source that describes recent 7 Addresses a sampling of major minority advances in conceptualization and epistemological groups, and in doing so, provides a framework studies across diverse cultures. for improving disasters policies and practices by calling attention to every disaster victim’s cultural Features and personal uniqueness 7 Offers the reader 7 State-of-the-art theoretical understanding a unique of combination of chapters on basic on epistemological beliefs from educational and disaster concepts, knowledge, and skills, as well as psychological perspectives 7 A critical and essential information on specific ethnocultural and specialized source that describes recent advances racial groups in conceptualization and epistemological studies From the contents From the contents Foundations and Context.- Essential Concepts Preface. Part I: Introduction. Part II: Conceptual and Foundations.- Promoting Disaster Recovery and Methodological Issues. Part III: Empirical in Ethnic Minority Individuals and Communi- Studies on Cultural-Specific Epistemology. Part IV: ties.- Ethnocultural Groups.- African Americans.- Perspectives on Domain-Specific Epistemology. American Indians.- Arab Americans and Middle Part V: Conclusion. About the Contributors. Index. Eastern Populations.- Asian Indians.- Carribean Blacks.- Chinese Americans.- Native Hawai- Fields of interest ians.- Latin Americans.- Vietnamese Americans.- Cognitive Psychology; Educational Philosophy; Culture, Trauma, and the Treatment of Post-Trau- Cross Cultural Psychology matic Syndromes: A Global Perspective.
Target groups Fields of interest Academics in the universities; postgraduate Cross Cultural Psychology students; psychology researchers; teachers; school principals Target groups Cultural psychologists, disaster counselors, policy Discount group makers P Discount group P
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L. Barreira, C. Valls, Instituto Superior Técnico, J. P. Bishwal, University of North Carolina, Charlotte, A. I. Bobenko, TU Berlin, Germany; P. Schröder, Cali- Lisboa, Portugal NC, USA fornia Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA, USA; J. M. Sullivan, G. M. Ziegler, TU Berlin, Germany Stability of Nonautonomous Parameter Estimation in (Eds .) Differential Equations Stochastic Differential Discrete Differential Equations Geometry The main theme of this volume is the stability of nonautonomous differential equations in Banach Parameter estimation in stochastic differential spaces in the presence of nonuniform hyperbo- equations and stochastic partial differential equa- Discrete differential geometry is an active math- licity. In particular, the linear variational equations tions is the science, art and technology of model- ematical terrain where differential geometry and are always assumed to possess a nonuniform ling complex phenomena and making beautiful discrete geometry meet and interact. It provides exponential behavior, given either by the existence decisions. The subject has attracted researchers discrete equivalents of the geometric notions and of a nonuniform exponential contraction or a from several areas of mathematics and other methods of differential geometry, such as notions nonuniform exponential dichotomy. Topics under related fields like economics and finance. This of curvature and integrability for polyhedral discussion include the Lyapunov stability of solu- volume presents the estimation of the unknown surfaces. Current progress in this field is to a large tions, the existence and smoothness of invariant parameters in the corresponding continuous extent stimulated by its relevance for computer manifolds, and the construction and regularity models based on continuous and discrete observa- graphics and mathematical physics. This collection of topological conjugacies. The exposition is tions and examines extensively maximum likeli- of essays, which documents the main lectures of directed to researchers as well as graduate students hood, minimum contrast and Bayesian methods. the 2004 Oberwolfach Seminar on the topic, as interested in differential equations and dynamical Useful because of the current availability of high well as a number of additional contributions by systems, particularly in stability theory. frequency data is the study of refined asymp- key participants, gives a lively, multi-facetted intro- totic properties of several estimators when the duction to this emerging field. Contents observation time length is large and the observa- Preface.- Introduction.- Part I Exponential tion time interval is small. Also space time white Features dichotomies.- Exponential dichotomies and basic noise driven models, useful for spatial data, and 7 First book on a newly emerging field of discrete properties.- Robustness of nonuniform exponen- more sophisticated non-Markovian and non-semi- differential geometry, provides an excellent way tial dichotomies.- Part II Stable manifolds and martingale models like fractional diffusions that to access this new exciting area 7 Surveys fasci- topological conjugacies.- Lipschitz stable mani- model the long memory phenomena are examined nating connections between discrete geometry and folds.- Smooth stable manifolds in R^n.- Smooth in this volume. differential geometry: for instance circle patterns stable manifolds in Banach spaces.- A nonauto- and triangulated surfaces on the discrete side nomous Grobman–Hartman theorem.- Part III Contents connect to minimal surfaces and curvature line Center manifolds, symmetry and reversibility.- 1.Parametric Stochastic Differential Equations.- parametrizations on the differential side Center manifolds in Banach spaces.- Reversibility Part I: Continuous Sampling.- 2.Rates of Weak and equivariance in center manifolds.- Part IV Convergence of Estimators in Homogeneous Fields of interest Lyapunov regularity and stability theory.- Diffusions. -3.Large Deviations for Estimators in Convex and Discrete Geometry; Differential Lyapunov regularity and exponential dichotomies.- Homogeneous Diffusions.- 4.Local Asymptotic Geometry Lyapunov regularity in Hilbert spaces.- Stability Mixed Normality for Nonhomogeneous Diffu- of nonautonomous equations in Hilbert spaces.- sions.- 5.Bayes and Sequential Estimation in Target groups References.- Index. Stochastic PDEs.- 6.Maximum Likelihood Estima- Students and researchers in mathematics, in tion in Fractional Diffusions.- Part II: Discrete particular, in discrete geometry, differential geom- Fields of interest Sampling.- 7.Approximate Maximum Likelihood etry, mathematical physics, as well as in computer Ordinary Differential Equations; Dynamical Estimation in Nonhomogeneous Diffusions.- science Systems and Ergodic Theory 8.Rates of Weak Convergence of Estimators in the Ornstein-Uhlenbeck Process.- 9.Local Asymptotic Discount group Target groups Normality for Discretely Observed Homogeneous P Researchers and graduate students interested in Diffusions.- 10.Estimating Functions for Discretely differential equations and dynamical systems, Observed Homogeneous Diffusions. particularly in stability theory Fields of interest Discount group Probability Theory and Stochastic Processes; Statis- P tical Theory and Methods; Quantitative Finance
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D. Boccaletti, F. Catoni, R. Cannata, V. Catoni, J. Bondy, Université Claude-Bernard, Lyon, France; M. H. Breitner, G. Denk, P. Rentrop (Eds .) E. Nichelatti, P. Zampetti U. Murty, University of Waterloo, ON, Canada From Nano to Space The Mathematics of Graph Theory Applied Mathematics Inspired by Roland Minkowski Space-Time Bulirsch With an Introduction to Commutative Hypercomplex Numbers Graph theory is a flourishing discipline containing a body of beautiful and powerful theorems of wide Graduate students and postgraduates in Math- applicability. The primary aim of this book is to ematics, Engineering and the Natural Sciences present a coherent introduction to the subject, want to understand Applied Mathematics for the This book arose out of original researches of the suitable as a textbook for advanced undergraduate solution of everyday problems. Scholars of Roland authors on the extension of well-established appli- and beginning graduate students in mathematics Bulirsch working at universities, at research cations of complex numbers, related to Euclidean and computer science. It provides a system- institutions and in industry combine research geometry, to the space-time symmetry of two- atic treatment of the theory of graphs without and review papers in this anthology. Their work dimensional Special Relativity. sacrificing its intuitive and aesthetic appeal. is summed up under the title “From Nano to The system of hyperbolic numbers (the simplest Commonly used proof techniques are described Space – Applied Mathematics Inspired by Roland extension of complex numbers) is extensively and illustrated. Bulirsch”. More than 20 contributions are divided studied and applied to to typical instances as the A second objective is to serve as an introduction to into scales: nano, micro, macro, space and real ‘’twin-paradox’’ and a plain exposition of space- research in graph theory. To this end, sections on life. The contributions survey current research and time geometry and trigonometry is given. more advanced topics are included, and a number present case studies very interesting and informa- The application of hyperbolic numbers to Special of interesting and challenging open problems are tive for both graduate students and postgraduates. Relativity suggest trying the possible application of highlighted and discussed in some detail. Despite The contributions show how modern Applied multidimensional hypercomplex systems. this more advanced material, the book has been Mathematics influences our everyday lives. Several Commutative hypercomplex systems with four organized in such a way that an introductory contributions include complex graphics and illus- unities are studied and attention is drown on their course on graph theory can be based on the first trations, many of them in color. interesting properties. few sections of selected chapters. Fields of interest Fields of interest Features Applications of Mathematics; Computational Geometry; Differential Geometry; Mathematical 7 By the authors of the classic text, Graph Theory Mathematics and Numerical Analysis; Appl. Math- Methods in Physics with Applications 7 Serves as both a textbook ematics/Computational Methods of Engineering and an introduction to graph theory research, suit- Target groups able for both mathematicians and computer scien- Target groups Mathematicians, physicists, engineers and inter- tists 7 Features many new exercises of varying Graduate students, postgraduates and researchers disciplinary researchers in mathematical physics levels of difficulty to help the reader master the or related fields; to some extent also suitable for techniques Discount group lectures on a graduate level P From the contents Discount group Graphs.- Subgraphs.- Connected Graphs.- Trees.- P Separable and Nonseparable Graphs.- Tree-search Algorithms.- Flows in Networks.- Complexity of Algorithms.- Connectivity.- Planar Graphs.- The Four-Colour Problem.- Stable Sets and Cliques.- The Probabilistic Method.- Vertex Colourings.- Colourings of Maps.- Matchings.- Edge Colour- ings.- Hamilton Cycles.- Coverings and Packings in Directed Graphs.
Fields of interest Combinatorics; Algorithms; Discrete Mathematics in Computer Science
Target groups Advanced undergraduate and graduate students in mathematics and computer science; researchers in mathematics and computer science
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R. S. Burachik, University of South Australia, Mawson D. Burghelea, R. Melrose, A. Mishchenko, E. Troitsky T. E. Cecil, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, MA, Lakes, Australia; A. N. Iusem, IMPA, Rio de Janiero, (Eds .) USA Brazil C*-algebras and Elliptic Lie Sphere Geometry Set-Valued Mappings and Theory II With Applications to Submanifolds Enlargements of Monotone Operators This book consists of a collection of original, This book provides a clear and comprehensive refereed research and expository articles on modern treatment of Lie sphere geometry and its Set-valued analysis is an essential tool for the elliptic aspects of geometric analysis on manifolds, applications to the study of Euclidean submani- mathematical formulation of many real-life situ- including singular, foliated and non-commutative folds. It begins with the construction of the space ations, e.g., equilibrium theory in mathematical spaces. The topics covered include the index of of spheres, including the fundamental notions economics. This work offers the first compre- operators, torsion invariants, K-theory of operator of oriented contact, parabolic pencils of spheres, hensive treatment in book form of the fairly new algebras and L2-invariants. The results presented and Lie sphere transformations. The link with subdiscipline of enlargements of maximal mono- in this book, which is largely inspired and stimu- Euclidean submanifold theory is established via tone operators, including several important new lated by the Atiyah-Singer index theorem, should the Legendre map, which provides a powerful results in the field. In the last decades, with the be of interest to graduates and researchers in framework for the study of submanifolds, espe- development of nonsmooth optimization, effective mathematical physics, differential topology and cially those characterized by restrictions on their algorithms have been developed to solve these differential analysis. curvature spheres. kinds of problems, such as nonsmooth variational This new edition contains revised sections on taut inequalities. Several of these methods, such as Features submanifolds, compact proper Dupin submani- bundle methods for variational problems, are fully 7 Contributions by leading specialists in the field folds, reducible Dupin submanifolds, and the developed and analyzed in this book. 7 Reasonable balance between research, exposi- cyclides of Dupin. Completely new material tory and mixed papers 7 Presentation of several on isoparametric hypersurfaces in spheres and Features principal research directions in the field Dupin hypersurfaces with three and four principal 7 First comprehensive treatment in book form of curvatures is also included. The author surveys the the fairly new subdiscipline in set-valued analysis From the contents known results in these fields and indicates direc- of enlargements of maximal monotone operators Lefschetz Distribution of Lie Foliations.- Torsion tions for further research and wider application of 7 Presents several important new results in the as Function on the Space of Representations.- K- the methods of Lie sphere geometry. field 7 Addressed to graduate students, math- theory of Twisted Group Algebras.- Twisted Burn- ematicians, engineers, economists, and researchers side Theorem for Two-Step Torsion-free Nilpotent Features 7 Contains extensive exercises and examples Groups.- Ihara Zeta Functions for Periodic Simple 7 Provides the reader with all the necessary throughout the text Graphs.- Adiabatic Limits and the Spectrum of the background to reach the frontiers of research in Laplacian on Foliated Manifolds.- Non-standard this area 7 Fills a gap in the literature; no other Contents Podle‘s Spheres.- Elliptic Theory on Manifolds thorough examination of Lie sphere geometry List of Figures.- Dedication.- Acknowledg- with Corners.- Dixmier Traceability for General and its applications to submanifold theory ments.- Preface.- Introduction.- Set Convergence Pseudo-differential Operators.- Topological 7 Complete treatment of the cyclides of Dupin, and Point-to-Set Mappings.- Convex Analysis Invariants of Bifurcation.- L2-Invariants and Rank including 11 computer-generated illustrations and Fixed Point Theorems.- Maximal Monotone Metric.- Group Bundle Duality.- A New Topology 7 Rigorous exposition driven by motivation Operators.- 5. Enlargements of Monotone Opera- on the Space of Unbounded Selfadjoint Operators.- and ample examples tors.- Recent Topics in Proximal Theory.- Bibliog- Boundaries, Eta Invariant and the Determinant raphy.- Notation.- Index. Bundle. Contents Preface.- Introduction.- Lie Sphere Geometry.- Lie Fields of interest Field of interest Sphere Transformations.- Legendre Submanifolds.- Optimization; Operator Theory; Operations Functional Analysis Dupin Submanifolds.- Bibliography.- Index. Research, Mathematical Programming Target groups Fields of interest Target groups Graduates, postgraduates and researchers working Differential Geometry; Algebraic Geometry; Mani- Graduate students and researchers in pure and in index theory, non-commutative geometry, folds and Cell Complexes (incl. Diff.Topology) applied mathematics, as well as engineers and singular spaces, operator algebras, K-theory or economists interested in nonsmooth optimization, mathematical physics Target groups variational inequalities and nonlinear equations in Graduate students and researchers in differential infinite-dimensional spaces Discount group geometry, algebraic geometry, differential topology P Discount group Discount group P P
Due October 2007 Due November 2007 Due April 2008 2008 . XIV, 294 p . 15 illus . (Springer Optimization and Its 2nd ed . 2008 . Approx . 225 p . 26 illus . (Universitext) Applications, Volume 8) Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 320 p . (Trends in Mathematics) Hardcover Softcover 7 $79.95 7 $139.00 7 approx. $49.95 ISBN 978-0-387-69755-0 ISBN 978-3-7643-8603-0 ISBN 978-0-387-74655-5 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Mathematics 21
J. W. Chinneck, Carleton University, Ottawa, ON, C. Constanda, University of Tulsa, OK, USA; M. du Sautoy, L. Woodward, University of Oxford, Canada S. Potapenko, University of Waterloo, ON, Oxford, UK Canada (Eds .) Feasibility and Infeasibility in Zeta Functions of Groups and Optimization Integral Methods in Science Rings Algorithms and Computational Methods and Engineering Techniques and Applications Zeta functions have been a powerful tool in mathematics over the last two centuries. This Feasibility and Infeasibility in Optimization is an book considers a new class of non-commuta- expository book focused on practical algorithms This self-contained work illustrates the applica- tive zeta functions which encode the structure of related to feasibility and infeasibility in optimi- tion of integral methods to diverse problems in the subgroup lattice in infinite groups. The book zation. Part I addresses algorithms for seeking mathematics, physics, biology, and engineering. explores the analytic behaviour of these functions feasibility quickly, including recent algorithms The thirty two chapters of the book contain together with an investigation of functional equa- for the difficult cases of nonlinear and mixed- state-of-the-art information on current research tions. Many important examples of zeta functions integer programs. Part II provides algorithms for in a variety of important practical disciplines. The are calculated and recorded providing an impor- analyzing infeasibility by isolating minimal infea- problems examined arise in real-life processes and tant data base of explicit examples and methods for sible (or maximum feasible) subsets of constraints, phenomena, and the solution techniques range calculation. or by finding the best repair for the infeasibility. from theoretical integral equations to finite and Part III describes surprising applications in areas boundary elements. Contents such as classification, computational biology, and Specific topics covered include spectral computa- Introduction.- Nilpotent Groups: Explicit medicine. Connections to constraint programming tions, atmospheric pollutant dispersion, vibration Examples.- Soluble Lie Rings.- Local Functional are shown. A main goal is to impart an under- of drilling masts, bending of thermoelastic plates, Equations.- Natural Boundaries I: Theory.- Natural standing of the methods so that practitioners can homogenization, equilibria in nonlinear elasticity, boundaries II: Algebraic groups.- Natural bound- make immediate use of existing algorithms and modeling of syringomyelia, fractional diffusion aries III: Nilpotent groups.- Large polynomials.- software, and so that researchers can extend the equations, operators on Lipschitz domains, systems Factorisation of polynomials associated to classical state of the art and find new applications. The book with concentrated masses, transmission prob- groups.- References.- Index. is of interest to researchers, students, and practitio- lems, equilibrium shape of axisymmetric vesicles, ners across the applied sciences who are working boundary layer theory, and many more. Fields of interest on optimization problems. Group Theory and Generalizations; Number Features Theory; Non-associative Rings and Algebras From the contents 7 Illustrates the application of integral methods to Part I: Analyzing Infeasibility.- Isolating an diverse problems in mathematics, physics, biology, Target groups Infeasibility.- Methods Specific to Linear Program- and engineering 7 The chapters are written by Researchers and graduate students analytic ming.- Methods Specific to Mixed Integer scientists with established credentials in their number theory and group theory Programming.- Methods Specific to Nonlinear fields 7 Examines problems that arise in real-life Programming.- Finding the Maximum Feasible processes and phenomena Discount group Subset of Linear Constraints.- Finding the Best P Fix for an Infeasible System.- Part II: Reaching Fields of interest Feasibility Quickly.- Linear Programming.- Mixed Integral Equations; Numerical and Computational Integer Programming.- Nonlinear Programming.- Methods in Engineering; Ordinary Differential Part III: Applications.- Analyzing Unboundedness Equations in Linear Programs.- Analyzing the Viability of Network Models.- Analyzing Multiple-Objective Target groups Linear Programs. Graduate students, researchers, and practitioners in pure and applied mathematics, physics, biology, Fields of interest and civil and mechanical engineering Optimization; Operations Research/Decision Theory; Mathematical Modeling and Industrial Discount group Mathematics P
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Due November 2007 Due December 2007 2008 . Approx . 285 p . 36 illus . (International Series Due November 2007 in Operations Research & Management Science, 2008 . XII, 200 p . (Lecture Notes in Mathematics, Volume Volume 118) Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 320 p . 62 illus . Hardcover 1925) Softcover 7 $99.00 7 approx. $95.00 7 approx. $59.95 ISBN 978-0-387-74931-0 ISBN 978-0-8176-4670-7 ISBN 978-3-540-74701-7 22 Mathematics Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
M. Eastwood, University of Adelaide, SA; Australia; G. Edgar, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, S. N. Evans, University of California, Berkeley, CA, W. Miller Jr., University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA USA MN, USA (Eds .) Measure, Topology, and Probability and Real Trees Symmetries and Fractal Geometry Ecole d‘Eté de Probabilités de Saint-Flour Overdetermined Systems of XXXV-2005 Partial Differential Equations From reviews of the first edition 7 In the world of mathematics, the 1980’s might well be described Random trees and tree-valued stochastic processes Symmetries in various forms pervade mathematics as the “decade of the fractal”. Starting with Benoit are of particular importance in combinatorics, and physics. Globally, there are the symmetries of Mandelbrot’s remarkable text The Fractal Geometry computer science, phylogenetics, and mathemat- a homogenous space induced by the action of a Lie of Nature, there has been a deluge of books, articles ical population genetics. Using the framework of group. Locally, there are the infinitesimal symme- and television programmes about the beautiful abstract „tree-like“ metric spaces (so-called real tries induced by differential operators, including mathematical objects, drawn by computers using trees) and ideas from metric geometry such as the not only those of first order but of higher order recursive or iterative algorithms, which Mandelbrot Gromov-Hausdorff distance, Evans and his collab- too. This three-week summer program consid- christened fractals. Gerald Edgar’s book is a signifi- orators have recently pioneered an approach to ered the symmetries preserving various natural cant addition to this deluge. Based on a course given studying the asymptotic behaviour of such objects geometric structures. Often these structures to talented high- school students at Ohio University when the number of vertices goes to infinity. These are themselves derived from partial differential in 1988, it is, in fact, an advanced undergraduate notes survey the relevant mathematical back- equations whilst their symmetries turn out to be textbook about the mathematics of fractal geometry, ground and present some selected applications of contrained by overdetermined systems. This leads treating such topics as metric spaces, measure the theory. to further topics including separation of variables, theory, dimension theory, and even some algebraic conserved quantities, superintegrability, parabolic topology...the book also contains many good illustra- Contents geometry, represantation theory, the Bernstein- tions of fractals (including 16 color plates) Preface.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Around the Gelfand-Gelfand complex, finite element schemes, 7 Mathematics Teaching continuum random tree.- 3. R-trees and 0-hyper- exterior differential systems and moving frames. bolic spaces.- 4. Hausdorff and Gromov–Hausdorff Features distance.- 5. Root growth with re-grafting.- From the contents 7 Bridges the gap between traditional books on 6. The wild chain and other bipartite chains.- Overdetermined Systems, Conformal Differential topology/analysis and more specialized treatises on 7. Diffusions on a R-tree without leaves: snakes Geometry, and the BGG Complex.- Generalized fractal geometry 7 Contains plenty of examples, and spiders.- 8. R–trees from coalescing particle Wilczynski Invariants for Nonlinear Ordinary exercises, and illustrations 7 Ideal for classroom systems.- 9. Subtree prune and re-graft.- Differential Equations.- Notes on Projective Differ- use with a self-contained and careful presentation A. Summary of Dirichlet form theory.- ential Geometry.- Ambient Metric Construction of B. Some fractal notions.- References.- Index. CR Invariant Differential Operators.- Fine Struc- Contents ture for Second order Superintegrable Systems.- Preface.- Fractal Examples.- Metric Topology.- Fields of interest Differential Geometry of Submanifolds of Projec- Topological Dimension.- Self-similarity.- Measure Probability Theory and Stochastic Processes; tive Space.- Pseudo-Groups, Moving Frames, and Theory.- Fractal Dimension.- Additional Topics.- Combinatorics; Geometry Differentials Invariants.- on Geometric Properties Appendix.- Index. of Joint Invariants of Killing Tensors.- Hamiltonian Target groups Curve Flows in Lie Groups G(U (N) and Vector Fields of interest Researchers and graduate students NLS, Mkdv, Sine Gordon Soliton Equations.- Topology; Real Functions; Geometry Conformal Killing Spinors and the Holonomy Discount group Problem In Lorentzian Geometry-A Survey of New Target groups P Results.- Projective Type Differential Invariants Advanced undergraduates, graduate students for Curves and their Associated PDES of KDV Type.- Algebraic Construction of the Quadratic Discount group First Integrals for A Special Class of Orthogonal P Seperable Systems.
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Due November 2007 Due October 2007 Due November 2007 2008 . XI, 193 p . 43 illus . (Lecture Notes in Mathematics / 2008 . Approx . 560 p . (The IMA Volumes in Mathematics 2nd ed . 2008 . Approx . 290 p . 169 illus ., 20 in color . Ecole d‘Eté Probabilit .Saint-Flour, Volume 1920) and its Applications, Volume 144) Hardcover (Undergraduate Texts in Mathematics) Hardcover Softcover 7 $99.00 7 approx. $49.95 7 $59.95 ISBN 978-0-387-73830-7 ISBN 978-0-387-74748-4 ISBN 978-3-540-74797-0 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Mathematics 23
A. Friedman, Ohio State University, OH, USA (Ed .) M. Giaquinta, Scuola Normale Superiore, Pisa, Italy; J. P. Gilman, I. Kra, R. E. Rodriguez G. Modica, Università degli Studi di Firenze, Italy Tutorials in Mathematical Complex Analysis Biosciences IV Mathematical Analysis In the Spirit of Lipman Bers Evolution and Ecology An Introduction to Functions of Several Variables With contributions by: C. Cosner, D. Janies, This book organizes the basic material of complex L. Kubatko, Y. Lou, T. Nagylaki analysis in a unique manner. This self-contained work is an introductory The first part of the book is a study of the many presentation of basic ideas, structures, and results equivalent ways of understanding the concept The book offers an easy introduction to fast of differential and integral calculus for functions of of analyticity. The many ways of formulating the growing research areas in evolution of species, several variables. concept of an analytic function are summarized population genetics, ecological models, and popu- The wide range of topics covered include: differen- in what we term the Fundamental Theorem for lation dynamics. The first two chapters review the tial calculus of several variables, including differen- functions of a complex variable. The organization concept and methodologies of phylogenetic trees; tial calculus of Banach spaces, the relevant results of these conditions into a single unifying theorem computational schemes and illustrations are given, of Lebesgue integration theory, differential forms is a hallmark of Bers’s mathematical style with an including applications such as tracing the origin of on curves, a general introduction to holomorphic emphasis on clarity and elegance. Here it provides SARS and influenza. The third chapter intro- functions, including singularities and residues, a conceptual framework for results that are highly duces the reader to ecological models, including surfaces and level sets, and systems and stability technical and often computational. The framework predator-prey models. This chapter includes an of ordinary differential equations. An appendix comes from an insight that, once articulated, will introduction to reaction-diffusion equations, highlights important mathematicians and other drive the subsequent mathematics and lead to new which are used to analyze the ecological models. scientists whose contributions have made a great results. The next chapter reviews a broad range of ongoing impact on the development of theories in analysis. In the second part, the text proceeds to a leisurely research in population dynamics, including evolu- exploration of interesting ramifications of the main tion of dispersal models; it also features interesting Features concepts. mathematical theorems and lists open problems. 7 Introductory text for analysis of functions of The final chapter deals with gene frequencies several variables 7 Covers wide range of topics Features under the action of migration and selection. and applications 7 Motivates the topics with 7 Covers vast majority of the material needed The book is addressed to readers at the level of examples, observations, exercises, and illustrations for a beginning graduate level course on complex graduate students and researchers. A background 7 Exciting historical background motivates the analysis 7 Elegant and economical treatment in PDEs is provided. subject of complex analysis 7 Provides many ways of understanding the concept of analyticity 7 Mate- Contents Contents rial of interest to computer scientists, physicists Inference of Phylogenetic Trees (Laura Salter Preface.- Differential calculus.- The integral and engineers Kubatko).- Large-Scale Phylogenetic Analysis calculus.- Curves and differential forms.- of Emerging Infectious Diseases (Daniel Janies Holomorphic functions.- Surfaces and level Contents and Diego Pol).- Reaction-Diffusion Equations sets.- Systems of ordinary differential equa- Preface.- Standard Notation and Commonly used and Ecological Modeling (Chris Cosner).- The tions.- Appendix A: Mathematicians and other Symbols.- The Fundamental Theorem in Complex Dynamics of Migration-Selection Models (Thomas scientists.- References.- Index. Function Theory.- Foundations.- Power Series.- Nagylaki and Yuan Lou).- Some Challenging The Cauchy Theory-A Fundamental Theorem.- Mathematical Problems in Evolution of Dispersal Fields of interest The Cauchy Theory-Key Consequences.- Cauchy and Population Dynamics (Yuan Lou). Analysis; Measure and Integration; Calculus of Theory: Local Behavior and Singularities of Variations and Optimal Control; Optimization Holomorphic Functions.- Sequences and Series Fields of interest of Holomorphic Functions.- Conformal Equiva- Mathematical Biology in General; Physiological, Target groups lence.- Harmonic Functions.- Zeros of Holomor- Cellular and Medical Topics Advanced undergraduates, graduate students, phic Functions.- Bibliographical Notes.- Bibliog- researchers in mathematics and physics, math- raphy.- Index. Target groups ematics instructors, and engineers Researchers and graduate students in math- Fields of interest ematics and/or biology interested in mathematical Discount group Functions of a Complex Variable; Several Complex modeling of biological processes P Variables and Analytic Spaces
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Due November 2007 Due December 2007 2008 . Approx . 245 p . (Lecture Notes in Mathematics / Due March 2008 Mathematical Biosciences Subseries, Volume 1922) 2008 . Approx . 250 p . 20 illus . (Graduate Texts in Math- Softcover 2008 . Approx . 330 p . 111 illus . Hardcover ematics, Volume 245) Hardcover 7 $59.95 7 approx. $129.00 7 approx. $69.95 ISBN 978-3-540-74328-6 ISBN 978-0-8176-4509-0 ISBN 978-0-387-74714-9 24 Mathematics Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
M. Gondran, M. Minoux, Universite Pierre et Marie J. Helmstetter, Université de Grenoble, France; Q. Hu, Fudan University, Shang Hai, China; W. Yue, Curie - CNRS, France A. Micali, Université de Montpellier II, France Konan University, Kobe, Japan Graphs, Dioids and Semirings Quadratic Mappings and Markov Decision Processes New Models and Algorithms Clifford Algebras with Their Applications
The primary objectives of Graphs, Dioïds and After general properties of quadratic mappings Markov decision processes (MDPs), also called Semiring: New Models and Algorithms are to over rings, the authors more intensely study stochastic dynamic programming, were first emphasize the deep relations existing between the quadratic forms, and especially their Clifford studied in the 1960s. MDPs can be used to model semiring and dioïd structures with graphs and algebras. To this purpose they review the required and solve dynamic decision-making problems that their combinatorial properties; while demon- part of commutative algebra, and they present a are multi-period and occur in stochastic circum- strating the modeling and problem-solving capa- significant part of the theory of graded Azumaya stances. There are three basic branches in MDPs: bility and flexibility of these structures. In addition algebras. Interior multiplications and deforma- discrete-time MDPs, continuous-time MDPs and the book provides an extensive overview of the tions of Clifford algebras are treated with the semi-Markov decision processes. Starting from mathematical properties employed by “nonclas- most efficient methods. The connection between these three branches, many generalized MDPs sical” algebraic structures, which either extend orthogonal transformations and Clifford algebras models have been applied to various practical usual algebra (i.e., semirings), or correspond to a is established in a new way, by means of Lipschitz problems. These models include partially observ- new branch of algebra. (i.e., dioïds), apart from the monoids. Lipschitz monoids also allow a more able MDPs, adaptive MDPs, MDPs in stochastic classical structures of groups, rings, and fields. efficient study of hyperbolic spaces. environments, and MDPs with multiple objectives, constraints or imprecise parameters. Features Features 7 A modern treatment of Graph Theory and its 7 The study of Clifford algebras leads to sophisti- Features theoretical developments and recent algorithmatic cated theories involving noncommutative algebras 7 Presents new branches for Markov Decision applications over a ring, e.g., Azumaya algebras, Morita theory, Processes (MDP) 7 Applies new methodology separability 7 Provides a self-contained introduc- for MDPs with discounted total reward criterion Contents tion to commutative algebra 7 Prerequisites are 7 Offers new applications of MDPs in areas such Pre-Semirings, Semirings and Dioïds.- Combina- only elementary algebra and linear and multilinear as the control of discrete event systems and the torial Properties of (Pre-) Semirings.- Topology algebra over fields (and a bit over rings) optimal allocations in sequential online auctions in Ordered Sets/ Topological Dioïds.- Solving Linear Systems in Dioïds.- Linear Dependence and Contents Contents Independence in Semi-Modules and Moduloïds.- Introduction.- 1. Algebraic Preliminaries.- List of Figures.- List of Tables.- Preface.- Acknowl- Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors of Endomorphisms.- 2. Quadratic Mappings.- 3. Clifford Algebras.- edgments.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Discrete-Time Dioïds and Nonlinear Analyses.- Collected 4. Comultiplications. Exponentials. Deformations.- Markov Decision Processes: Total Reward.- Examples of Monoïds, (Pre-) Semirings and 5. Orthogonal Groups and Lipschitz Groups.- 3. Discrete-Time Markov Decision Processes: Dioïds.- Bibliography.- Index. 6. Further Algebraic Developments.- 7. Hyperbolic Average Criterion.- 4. Continuous-Time Markov Spaces.- 8. Other Topics.- Bibliography.- Index. Decision Processes.- 5. Semi-Markov Deci- Fields of interest sion Processes.- 6. Markov Decision Processes Operations Research, Mathematical Programming; Fields of interest in Semi-Markov Environments.- 7. Optimal Computer Systems Organization and Communica- Algebra Control of Discrete Event Systems: I. 8. Optimal tion Networks; Combinatorics Control of Discrete Event Systems: II.- 9. Optimal Target groups Replacement Under Stochastic Environments.- Target groups Graduates, postgraduates and researchers in 10. Optimal Allocation in Sequential Online Students and researchers in applied mathematics algebra Auctions.- Index. and operations research, as well as industry Discount group Fields of interest Discount group P Operations Research, Mathematical Program- P ming; Probability Theory and Stochastic Processes; Calculus of Variations and Optimal Control; Optimization
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Due December 2007 Due October 2007 Due April 2008 2008 . Approx . 415 p . (Operations Research/Computer 2008 . XVI, 298 p . 6 illus . (Advances in Mechanics and Science Interfaces Series, Volume 41) Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 400 p . Hardcover Mathematics, Volume 14) Hardcover 7 approx. $99.00 7 $109.00 7 $89.95 ISBN 978-0-387-75449-9 ISBN 978-3-7643-8605-4 ISBN 978-0-387-36950-1 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Mathematics 25
D. Husemöller, M. Joachim, B. Jurco, V. Jeyakumar, University of New South Wales, B. Jüttler, Johannes-Kepler-Universität Linz, Austria; M. Schottenloher Sydney, NSW, Australia; D. Luc, University of Avignon, R. Piene, University of Oslo, Norway (Eds .) France Basic Bundle Theory and Geometric Modeling and K-cohomology Invariants Nonsmooth Vector Functions Algebraic Geometry and Continuous Optimization
Based on several recent courses given to math- The two fields of Geometric Modeling and ematical physics students, this volume is an intro- A recent significant innovation in mathematical Algebraic Geometry, thoughclosely related, are duction to bundle theory with the aim to provide sciences has been the progressive use of nons- traditionally represented by two almost disjointsci- newcomers to the field with solid foundations mooth calculus, an extension of the differential entific communities. Both fields deal with objects in topological K-theory. A fundamental theme, calculus, as a key tool of modern analysis in many defined byalgebraic equations, but the objects are emphasized in the book, centers around the gluing areas of mathematics, operations research, and studied in different ways.This contributed book of local bundle data related to bundles into a global engineering. Focusing on the study of nonsmooth presents, in 12 chapters written byleading experts, object. vector functions, this book presents a comprehen- recent results which rely on theinteraction of both One renewed motivation for studying this subject, sive account of the calculus of generalized Jacobian fields. Some of these results have been obtainedin which has developed for almost 50 years in many matrices and their applications to continuous the frame of the European GAIA II project (IST directions, comes from quantum field theory, espe- nonsmooth optimization problems and variational 2001-35512) entitled“Intersection algorithms for cially string theory, where topological invariants inequalities in finite dimensions. geometry-based IT applications usingapproximate play an important role. The treatment is motivated by a desire to expose algebraic methods“. an elementary approach to nonsmooth calculus by Contents using a set of matrices to replace the nonexistent Features Introduction: Physical Background to the K- Jacobian matrix of a continuous vector function. 7 Book arising from major European project in Theory Classification of D-Branes.-Bundles Over a Such a set of matrices forms a new generalized geometric modeling Space and Modules Over an Algebra.- Homotopy Jacobian, called pseudo-Jacobian. Classification of Bundles and Cohomology: Clas- From the contents sifying Spaces.- Versions of K-Theory and Bott Features Part I Survey of the European project GAIA II.- Periodicity.- Algebra Bundles: Twisted K-Theory.- 7 Based on major original contributions of the Part II Some special algebraic surfaces.- Gerbes and the Three Dimensional Integral authors to the research area 7 No other recent Part III Algorithms for geometric computing. Cohomology Classes. monograph in nonsmooth analysis is devoted to vector-valued maps, a growing area of research Fields of interest Fields of interest Mathematical Modeling and Industrial Math- Category Theory, Homological Algebra; Math- Contents ematics; Algebraic Geometry; Computer Graphics ematical Methods in Physics Preface.- Pseudo-Jacobian Matrices.- Calculus Rules for Pseudo-Jacobians.- Openness of Contin- Target groups Target groups uous Vector Functions.- Nonsmooth Mathematical Mathematicians, computer scientists, engineers in Graduate students, lecturers, researchers Programming Problems.- Monotone Operators academic institutes and industry who work with and Nonsmooth Variational Inequalities.- Biblio- geometric modeling Discount group graphical Notes.- References.- Notations.- Index. P Discount group Fields of interest P Calculus of Variations and Optimal Control; Optimization; Operations Research, Mathematical Programming; Operations Research/Decision Theory
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Due December 2007 Due October 2007 Due November 2007 2008 . Approx . 300 p . (Lecture Notes in Physics, 2008 . X, 270 p . (Springer Optimization and Its Applica- Volume 726) Hardcover tions, Volume 10) Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 240 p . Hardcover 7 $99.00 7 $79.95 7 $99.00 ISBN 978-3-540-74955-4 ISBN 978-0-387-73716-4 ISBN 978-3-540-72184-0 26 Mathematics Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
M. Kapranov, S. Kolyada, Y. I. Manin, P. Moree, A. Keller, University of Ulm, Germany; A. Knoebel, R. Laubenbacher, J. M. Lodder, L. A. Potyagailo (Eds .) S. Heinrich, University of Kaiserslautern, D. Pengelley Germany; H. Niederreiter, National University Geometry and Dynamics of of Singapore (Eds .) Mathematical Masterpieces Groups and Spaces Monte Carlo and Quasi-Monte Further Chronicles by the Explorers In Memory of Alexander Reznikov Carlo Methods 2006 This book traces the historical development of This book presents 18 articles by prominent four different mathematical concepts by presenting mathematicians, dedicated to the memory of This book represents the refereed proceedings of readers with the original sources. Although Alexander Reznikov (1960-2003), a brilliant highly the Seventh International Conference on Monte primary sources can be more demanding, the original mathematician with broad mathematical Carlo and Quasi-Monte Carlo Methods in Scien- investment yields the rewards of a deeper under- interests. In addition it contains an influential, so tific Computing, held in Ulm (Germany) in August standing of the subject, an appreciation of the far unpublished manuscript of Reznikov of book 2006. The proceedings include carefully selected details, and a glimpse into the direction research length. The research articles broadly reflect the papers on many aspects of Monte Carlo and quasi- has taken. range of Reznikov’s own interests in geometry, Monte Carlo methods and their applications, as Each chapter contains a different story, each group and number theory, functional analysis, well as providing information on current research anchored around a sequence of selected primary dynamical systems and topology. In addition, in these very active areas. Besides covering theory, sources showcasing a masterpiece of mathematical there are surveys “Geometrization of probability”, the book is an excellent resource work for practi- achievement. The authors begin by studying the “Kleinian groups in higher dimensions”, “(C,F)- tioners as well. interplay between the discrete and continuous, construction of funny rank-one actions for locally with a focus on sums of powers. They proceed compact groups”, and some articles centering on Fields of interest to the development of algorithms for finding Reznikov as a person. Partial Differential Equations; Quantitative numerical solutions of equations as developed by Finance; Appl.Mathematics/Computational Newton, Simpson and Smale. Next they explore Features Methods of Engineering our modern understanding of curvature, with its 7 Contributions by many prominent mathemati- roots in the emerging calculus of the 17th century, cians 7 Provides an extensive survey on Kleinian Target groups while the final chapter ends with an exploration of groups in higher dimensions 7 Contains an Researchers, graduate students the elusive properties of prime numbers, and the unpublished book “Analytic Topology of Groups, patterns found therein. Actions, Strings and Varieties” by Alexander Discount group Reznikov P Features 7 Developed and class tested for over 15 years From the contents 7 Uses original sources to teach the history of Alexander Reshnikov (1960-2003).- Contributions mathematics 7 Heavily illustrated with line draw- by V. Armitage, J.-M. Bismut, D.V. Borisov, ings and half-tones, and each chapter is accompa- P. Bressler, A. Danilenko, T. Delzant, H. Esnault, nied by exercises 7 Each chapter is self-contained A. Fel‘shtyn, D. Goncalves, A. Goncharov, and could be used independently A. Gorokhovsky, R. Grigorchuk, B. Guilfoyle, P.H. Hai, J.N. Iyer, M. Kapovich, W. Klingenberg, Contents V. Lyubashenko, Y.I. Manin, O. Manzyuk, Preface.- The Bridge Between the Continuous and V.T. Milman, P. Moree, M. Morishita, R. Nest, the Discrete.- Solving Equations Numerically: J.-P. Otal, J.R. Parker, A. Reznikov, C.T. Simpson, Finding our Roots.- Curvature and the Notion of Y. Soibelman, X. Sun, B. Tsygan, M. Zaidenberg. Space.- Patterns in Prime Numbers: The Quadratic Reciprocity Law.- References.- Credits. Fields of interest Topological Groups, Lie Groups; Dynamical Fields of interest Systems and Ergodic Theory; Differential History of Mathematics; Algorithms; Differential Geometry Geometry
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Due January 2008 Due October 2007 Due December 2007 2008 . Approx . 800 p . (Progress in Mathematics, 2007 . XII, 340 p . 75 illus ., 2 in color . (Undergraduate Texts Volume 265) Hardcover 2008 . X, 646 p . Softcover in Mathematics / Readings in Mathematics) Softcover 7 $109.00 7 approx. $139.00 7 $39.95 ISBN 978-3-7643-8607-8 ISBN 978-3-540-74495-5 ISBN 978-0-387-33061-7 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Mathematics 27
A. Korenovskii, Odessa National University, Ukraine B. Korte, J. Vygen, University of Bonn, Germany R. Lowen, A. Verschoren, University of Antwerp, Belgium (Eds .) Mean Oscillations Combinatorial Optimization and Equimeasurable Theory and Algorithms Foundations of Generic Rearrangements of Functions Optimization, Volume 2: Applications of Fuzzy Control, This comprehensive textbook on combinatorial Genetic Algorithms and Various applications of equimeasurable func- optimization puts special emphasis on theoretical tion rearrangements to the ‚‘best constant“-type results and algorithms with provably good perfor- Neural Networks problems are considered in this volume. Several mance, in contrast to heuristics. It has arisen as the classical theorems are presented along with some basis of several courses on combinatorial optimiza- very recent results. In particular, the text includes a tion and more special topics at graduate level. It This is a comprehensive overview of the basics of product-space extension of the Rising Sun lemma, contains complete but concise proofs, also for fuzzy control, which also brings together some a product-space version of the John-Nirenberg many deep results, some of which did not appear recent research results in soft computing, in inequality for bounded mean oscillation (BMO) in a book before. Many very recent topics are particular fuzzy logic using genetic algorithms and functions with sharp exponent, a refinement of the covered as well, and many references are provided. neural networks. Gurov-Reshetnyak lemma, sharp embedding theo- Thus this book represents the state of the art of This book offers researchers not only a solid back- rems for Muckenhoupt, Gurov-Reshetnyak, reverse combinatorial optimization. ground but also a snapshot of the current state of Hölder, and Gehring classes, etc. This volume is This fourth edition is again significantly extended, the art in this field. interesting for graduate students and mathemati- most notably with new material on linear and cians involved with these topics. semidefinite programming, the network simplex Fields of interest algorithm, randomized rounding, and the max-cut Genetics and Population Dynamics; Mathematics Contents problem. Many further additions and updates were of Computing; Discrete Mathematics in Computer Preface.- 1.Preliminaries and auxilliary results.- done as well. Science 2. Properties of oscillations and the definition of the BMO-class.- 3.Estimates of rearrangements From the reviews of the second edition 7 This Target groups and the John-Nirenberg theorem.- 4.The BMO- book on combinatorial optimization is a beau- Researchers and professionals estimates of the Hardy-type transforms.- 5.The tiful example of the ideal textbook 7 Operations Gurov-Reshetnyak class of functions.- Appendix: Research Letters 33 (2005), p.216-217 Discount group A.The boundedness of the Hardy-Littlewood P maximal operator from BMO into BLO.- B.The 7 The second edition (with corrections and many weighted analogs of the Riesz lemma and the updates) of this very recommendable book docu- Gurov-Reshetnyak theorem.- C.Classes of func- ments the relevant knowledge on combinatorial opti- tions satisfying the reverse Hölder inequality.- mization and records those problems and algorithms References.- Index. that define this discipline today. To read this is very stimulating for all the researchers, practitioners, and Fields of interest students interested in combinatorial optimization Fourier Analysis; Functional Analysis 7 OR News 19 (2003), p.42.
Target groups Features Researchers and graduate students 7 Well-written textbook on combinatorial optimi- zation 7 One of very few textbooks on this topic Discount group 7 Subject area has manifold applications P Fields of interest Combinatorics; Calculus of Variations and Optimal Control; Optimization; Mathematics of Computing
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2008 . VIII, 189 p . (Lecture Notes of the Unione 4th ed . 2008 . Approx . 650 p . (Algorithms and Combina- 2008 . X, 355 p . (Mathematical Modelling: Theory and Matematica Italiana, Volume 4) Softcover torics, Volume 21) Hardcover Applications, Volume 24) Hardcover 7 $44.95 7 $79.95 7 $89.95 ISBN 978-3-540-74708-6 ISBN 978-3-540-71843-7 ISBN 978-1-4020-6667-2 28 Mathematics Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
S. K. Mishra, S. Wang, K. K. Lai M. R. Murty, Queen‘s University, Kingston, ON, W. E. Nagel, Dresden University of Technology, Canada Germany; W. Jäger, University of Heidelberg, V-Invex Functions and Vector Germany; M. Resch, University of Stuttgart, Germany Optimization Problems in Analytic Number (Eds .) Theory High Performance Computing
“V-Invex Functions and Vector Optimization” in Science and Engineering 07 summarizes and synthesizes an aspect of research This book gives a problem-solving approach to Transactions of the High Performance work that has been done in the area of Generalized the difficult subject of analytic number theory. It Computing Center, Stuttgart (HLRS) 2007 Convexity over the past several decades. Specifi- is primarily aimed at graduate students and senior cally, the book focuses on V-invex functions in undergraduates. The goal is to provide a rapid vector optimization that have grown out of the introduction to analytic methods and the ways in work of Jeyakumar and Mond in the 1990’s. V- which they are used to study the distribution of This book presents the state-of-the-art in simula- invex functions are areas in which there has been prime numbers. The book also includes an intro- tion on supercomputers. Leading researchers much interest because it allows researchers and duction to p-adic analytic methods. It is ideal for present results achieved on systems of the Stuttgart practitioners to address and provide better solu- a first course in analytic number theory. The new High Performance Computing Center (HLRS) tions to problems that are nonlinear, multi-objec- edition has been completely rewritten, errors have for the year 2007. The reports cover all fields of tive, fractional, and continuous in nature. Hence, been corrected, and there is a new chapter on the computational science and engineering, ranging v-invex functions have permitted work on a whole arithmetic progression of primes. from CFD and computational physics and chem- new class of vector optimization applications. istry to computer science, with a special emphasis There has been considerable related work on About the first edition 7 … this monograph gives on industrially relevant applications. Presenting vector optimization by some highly distinguished important results and techniques for specific topics, results for both vector-based and microprocessor- researchers including Kuhn, Tucker, Geoffrion, together with many exercises … it is not possible to based systems, the book makes it possible to Mangasarian, Von Neuman, Schaiible, Ziemba, etc. describe adequately the wealth of material covered compare the performance levels and usability of The authors will integrate this related research into in this book 7 Wolfgang Schwarz, Frankfurt am various architectures. As the HLRS operates the the book and demonstrate the wide context from Main largest NEC SX-8 vector system in the world, this which the area has grown and continues to grow. book gives an excellent insight into the potential Features of such systems. The book further covers the Features 7 A quick introduction to the subject of number main methods in high performance computing. 7 Well-synthesized, accessible, and usable treat- theory 7 Together with “Problems in Algebraic Its outstanding results in achieving the highest ment of the area for students, researchers and Number Theory” a basic “tool kit” for the number performance for production codes are of particular practitioners in OR, optimization, applied math- theorist interest for both scientists and engineers. The book ematics, and engineering, and their work related to comes with a wealth of coloured illustrations and a wide range of problems which including financial Contents tables. institutions, logistics, transportation, traffic Arithmetic Functions.- Primes in Arithmetic management, etc. Progressions.- The Prime Number Theorem.- The Fields of interest Method of Contour Integration.- Functional Equa- Computational Mathematics and Numerical Contents tions.- Hadamard Products.- Explicit Formulas.- Analysis; Theoretical and Computational Preface.- General Introduction.- V-Invexity In The Selberg Class.- Sieve Methods.- p-adic Chemistry; Mathematics of Computing Nonlinear Multiobjective Programming.- Multiob- Methods.- References. jective Fractional Programming.- Multiobjective Target groups Nonsmooth Programming.- Composite Multiob- Fields of interest Computational scientists jective Nonsmooth Programming.- Continuous- Number Theory Time Programming.- References.- Index. Discount group Target groups P Fields of interest Graduate mathematics students, mathematicians, Optimization; Calculus of Variations and Optimal senior undergraduates Control; Optimization; Operations Research/ Decision Theory Discount group P Target groups Graduate students and researchers in applied mathematics, optimization, OR and statistics - also practitioners in financial institutes, logistics, trans- portation and traffic management
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T. V. Panchapagesan, Bangalore, India M. Resch, S. Roller, P. Lammers, T. Furui, M. Galle, J. J. Rotman, University of Illinois at Urbana- W. Bez (Eds .) Champaign, IL, USA The Bartle-Dunford-Schwartz Integral High Performance Computing An Introduction to on Vector Systems 2007 Homological Algebra
This volume is a thorough and comprehensive treatise on vector measures. The functions to be The book presents the state-of-the-art in high Learning homological algebra is a two-stage affair. integrated can be either [0,infinity]- or real- or performance computing and simulation on First, one must learn the language of Ext and Tor complex-valued and the vector measure can take modern supercomputer architectures. It covers and what it describes. Second, one must be able to its values in arbitrary locally convex Hausdorff trends in hardware and software development in compute these things, and, often, this involves yet spaces. Moreover, the domian of the vector general and specifically the future of vector-based another language: spectral sequences. This book measure does not have to be a sigma-algebra: it can systems and heterogeneous architectures. The gives a treatment of homological algebra which also be a delta-ring. The book contains not only application contributions cover computational motivates the subject in terms of its origins in a large amount of new material but also corrects fluid dynamics, fluid-structure interaction, physics, algebraic topology. various errors in well-known results available in chemistry, astrophysics, and climate research. In this new edition the book has been updated and the literature. It will appeal to a wide audience of Innovative fields like coupled multi-physics or revised throughout and new material on sheaves mathematical analysts. multi-scale simulations are presented. All papers and cup products has been added. The author also were chosen from presentations given at the fifth included material about homotopical algebra, alias Features Teraflop Workshop held in November 2006 at K-theory, contrasting it with homological algebra. 7 Treats in detail the vectorial Radon integration Tohoku University, Japan, and the sixth Teraflop 7 Explores an interplay between, on the one side, Workshop held in March 2007 at the Stuttgart Features linear operators, transfering real (complex) func- High Performance Computing Center (HLRS), 7 Author supplies many examples 7 Traces tions onto elements of locally convex Hausdorff Germany. development of terminology 7 Provides abun- spaces, and vector-valued measures, on the other dant applications to commutative algebra Fields of interest Contents Scientific Computing; Processor Architectures; Contents Preface.- 1. Preliminaries.- 2. Basic Properties Computer Applications in Chemistry Introduction.- Hom and X.- Projectives, Injectives, of the Bartle-Dunford-Schwartz Integral.- 3. and Flats.- Specific Rings.- Extensions of Groups.- Lp-Spaces.- 4. Integration with Respect to LcHs- Target groups Homology.- Ext.- Tor.- Son of Specific Rings.- valued Measures.- 5. Applications to Integration in Computational scientists The Return of Cohomolgy of Groups.- Spectral Locally Compact Hausdorff Spaces I.- 6. Applica- Sequences.- References.- Index. tions to Integration in Locally Compact Hausdorff Discount group Spaces II.- 7. Complements to the Thomas Theory P Field of interest of Vectorial Radon Integration.- References.- List Category Theory, Homological Algebra of symbols.- Index. Target groups Fields of interest Graduate mathematics students, mathematicians Measure and Integration Discount group Target groups P Graduates and researchers in mathematical analysis
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Due December 2007 Due April 2008 Due November 2007 Originally published by Academic Press, 1979 2008 . Approx . 350 p . (Monografie Matematyczne, Volume 69) Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 310 p . 117 illus ., 104 in color . Hardcover 2nd ed . 2008 . Approx . 460 p . (Universitext) Softcover 7 $109.00 7 $109.00 7 approx. $49.95 ISBN 978-3-7643-8601-6 ISBN 978-3-540-74383-5 ISBN 978-0-387-24527-0 30 Mathematics Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
Yu. B. Rudyak, University of Florida, FL, USA V. Runde, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AL, C. Smorynski, Westmont, IL, USA Canada On Thom Spectra, History of Mathematics Orientability and Cobordism A Taste of Topology A Supplement
For many years, algebraic topology rested on If mathematics is a language, then taking a This book attempts to fill two gaps which exist in three legs: “ordinary” cohomology, K-theory, topology course at the undergraduate level is the standard textbooks on the History of Math- and cobordism. This book is the first guide in the cramming vocabulary and memorizing irregular ematics. One is to provide the students with mate- subject of cobordism since R. Stong‘s encyclo- verbs: a necessary, but not always exciting exercise rial that could encourage more critical thinking. paedic and influential notes of a generation ago. It one has to go through before one can read great General textbooks, attempting to cover three concentrates on Thom spaces (spectra), orient- works of literature in the original language. thousand or so years of mathematical history, must ability theory and (co)bordism theory (including The present book grew out of notes for an necessarily oversimplify just about everything, the (co)bordism with singularities and, in particular, introductory topology course at the University practice of which can scarcely promote a critical Morava K-theories), framed by (co)homology of Alberta. It provides a concise introduction to approach to the subject. For this, I think a more theories and spectra.The author has also set theoretic topology (and to a tiny little bit of narrow but deeper coverage of a few select topics performed a service to the history of science in algebraic topology). It is accessible to undergradu- is called for. this book, giving detailed attributions. This same ates from the second year on, but even beginning The second aim is to include the proofs of impor- care makes the book easy to use by the student, for graduate students canbenefit from some parts. tant results which are typically neglected in the when proofs are not given, specific references are. Great care has been devoted to the selection of modern history of mathematics curriculum. The examples that are not self-serving, but already most obvious of these is the oft-cited necessity From the reviews 7 … This is an important, accessible for students who have a background in of introducing complex numbers in applying the formidable monograph ..... The readers interested in calculus and elementary algebra, but not neces- algebraic solution of cubic equations. This solution, pursuing this line of research will find it enormously sarily in real or complex analysis. though it is now relegated to courses in the History helpful to have the results assembled in one place of Mathematics, was a major occurrence in our with an unified, brilliant exposition 7 Zentralblatt Features history. Math 906.1999 7 Covers all relevant topics in introductory topology - grew out of course notes from an intro- Features 7 This book provides an excellent and thorough ductory topology course 7 Unique in its scope 7 Includes an annotated bibliographys of books treatment of various topics related to cobordism. and approach on various points - for example, it on the history of mathematics 7 Emphasizes the It should become an indispensable tool for ad- provides coverage of some influential areas often importance of using primary sources by looking vanced graduate students and workers in alge- overlooked by other textbooks, like usage of nets at the distortion of historical facts over time braic topology. … 7 MathSciNet MR1627486 and the Stone-Cech compactification 7 Carefully 7 Author provides exercises and research projects (99f:550001) selected examples and exercises are provided for students throughout to illustrate key concepts Contents Contents Foreword.- Preface.- Introduction.- Chapter I. Contents Introduction.- Annotated Bibliography.- Founda- Notation, Conventions and Other Preliminaries.- Preface.- Introduction.- Set Theory.- Metric tions of Geometry.- The Construction Problems of Chapter II. Spectra and (Co)homology Theo- Spaces.- Set Theoretic Topology.- Systems of Antiquity.- A Chinese Problem.- The Cubic Equa- ries.- Chapter III. Phantoms.- Chapter IV. Thom Continuous Functions.- Basic Algebraic Topology.- tion.- Horner’s Method.- Some Lighter Material.- Spectra.- Chapter V. Orientability and Orienta- The Classical Mittag-Leffler Theorem Derived from Appendix A: Small Projects.- Index. tions.- Chapter VI. K and K0-Orientability.- Bourbaki’s.- Failure of the Heine-Borel Theorem in Chapter VII. Complex (Co)bordism.- Chapter VIII. Infinite-Dimensional Spaces.- The Arzela-Ascoli Fields of interest (Co)bordism with Singularities.- Chapter IX. Theorem.- References.- List of Symbols.- Index. History of Mathematics; Geometry; Algebra Complex (Co)bordism with Singularities.- Refer- ences.- List of Notations.- Subject Index. Fields of interest Target groups Topology; Algebraic Topology Advanced undergraduates, historians of math- Fields of interest ematics, anyone with a general interest in the Algebraic Topology; Manifolds and Cell Target groups history/foundation of mathematics Complexes (incl. Diff.Topology); Algebra Advanced undergraduates, beginning graduate students Discount group Target groups P Researchers and graduate students in mathematics Discount group P Discount group P
Due October 2007 Due October 2007 Due December 2007 1st ed . 1998 . Corr . 2nd printing 2007 . XII, 587 p . (Springer 1st ed . 2005 . Corr . 2nd printing 2008 . X, 182 p . 17 illus . Monographs in Mathematics) Hardcover (Universitext) Softcover 2008 . Approx . 285 p . 31 illus . Hardcover 7 $183.00 7 $39.95 7 approx. $49.95 ISBN 978-3-540-62043-3 ISBN 978-0-387-25790-7 ISBN 978-0-387-75480-2 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Mathematics 31
A. Soifer, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, A. Soifer, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, A. Soifer, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, CO, USA CO, USA CO, USA Geometric Etudes in How Does One Cut a Triangle? Mathematics as Problem- Combinatorial Mathematics Solving
Alexander Sofier’s How Does One Cut a Triangle? Alexander Sofier’s Geometric Etudes in Combi- demonstrates how different areas of mathematics Alexander Sofier’s Mathematics as Problem- natorial Mathematics provides supplementary can be juxtaposed in the solution of a given Solving explores various elementary solving tech- reading materials to students of all levels interested problem. To develop a clear “mini-model” of niques for algebraic, geometric, and combinatoric in pursuing mathematics, especially in algebra, mathematical research, Sofier employs geometry, problems. Each chapter builds off the previous one, geometry, and combinatorial geometry. algebra, trigonometry, linear algebra, and rings. enhancing the reader’s problem-solving logic and Within the text, the author outlines an introduc- How Does One Cut a Triangle? contains many level of understanding. tion to graph theory and combinatorics while analytical proofs and counterexamples such as a The author presents each mathematical topic in exploring topics such as the pigeonhole principle, pool table problem, fifty dollar problem, five point self-contained chapters by outlining classical solu- Borsuk problem, and theorems of Helly and Szoke- problem, and joint problem. By proving these tions as well as his own secret discoveries found falvi-Nagy. The book introduces these ideas along additional examples, Sofier proves that research is through problem-solving experience. With roughly with practical applications that will prepare young a collection of mathematical ideas that have been 200 problems and multiple proofs for each, Sofier readers for the mathematical world. developed throughout the course of history. challenges the reader to approach problems from Geometric Etudes in Combinatorial Mathematics The author brings mathematics alive by giving different angles and experience the mystery and is not only educational; it is inspirational. This the audience, a general readership, a taste of what beauty of mathematics. distinguished mathematician captivates his mathematicians do. His book presents open prob- Written by a distinguished mathematician and readers, propelling them to search for solutions of lems which invite the reader to actively play the renowned author, this book is a wonderful life’s problems- problems that previously seemed role of the mathematician. By doing so, the author resource for students at various levels. hopeless. skillfully inspires the reader to discover uncharted solutions while using his analytical proofs and Features Features counterexamples as a guide. 7 Aims to develop young mathematicians’ 7 Appeals to talented students from various problem-solving abilities 7 Inspires readers to levels 7 Provides insights into combinatorial Features explore a range of methods of solving algebraic, theory, geometry and graph theory 7 Explores 7 Aims to inspire talented students at various geometric, and combinatorial problems 7 Offers practical applications of combinatorial geometry levels and other mathematicians interested in examples and practice problems 7 Engages 7 Engages a general audience similar problems 7 Offers insight on different a general audience 7 The first edition was problem solving methods used to attack the Endorsed by the NCTM Contents problem, “How Does One Cut a Triangle?” Introductions.- Preface.- Tiling a Checker 7 Presents example problems and solutions as Contents Rectangle.- Proofs of Existence.- A Word About well as open problems 7 Engages a general audi- Preface.- Language and a Few Celebrated Ideas.- Graphs.- Ideas of Combinatorial Geometry.- ence Numbers.- Algebra.- Geometry.- Combinatorial Continued.- Bibliography.- Index.- Notations. Problems.- Literature. From the contents Fields of interest Introductions.- Contents.- Preface.- Pool Table, Fields of interest Combinatorics; Geometry; Algebra Irrational Numbers, and Integral Independence.- Algebra; Combinatorics; Geometry How does One Cut a Triangle? I.- Excursions Target groups in Algebra.- How Does One Cut a Triangle? Target groups Mature mathematicians and talented students II.- Excursion in Trigonometry.- Is There Anything Students at various levels, educators, and the at various levels interested in problem solving Beyond the Solution?- Pursuit of the Best Result.- general public interested in the methods of math- techniques Convex Figures and Functions S(F). ematical problem solving
Fields of interest Discount group Algebra; Combinatorics; Mathematics, general Discount group P P Target groups Students at various levels, as well as general reader- ship
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1st ed . 1991 . 2nd printing 2008 . Approx . 250 p . 300 illus . 1st ed . 1990 . 2nd printig 2008 . Approx . 155 p . 80 illus . 1st ed . 1987 . 2nd printing . 2008 . Approx . 130 p . 67 illus . Softcover Softcover Softcover 7 approx. $24.95 7 $19.95 7 $19.95 ISBN 978-0-387-75469-7 ISBN 978-0-387-74650-0 ISBN 978-0-387-74646-3 32 Mathematics Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
P. N. Souza, University of California, Berkeley, CA, M. Struwe, ETH Zürich, Switzerland L. W. Tu, Tufts University, Medford, MA, USA USA; J. Silva, University of Lisbon, Portugal Variational Methods An Introduction to Manifolds Berkeley Problems in Applications to Nonlinear Partial Differential Mathematics Equations and Hamiltonian Systems Manifolds, the higher-dimensional analogs of smooth curves and surfaces, are fundamental In 1977 the Mathematics Department at the Hilbert‘s talk at the second International Congress objects in modern mathematics. Combining University of California, Berkeley, instituted a of 1900 in Paris marked the beginning of a new era aspects of algebra, topology, and analysis, mani- written examination as one of the first major in the calculus of variations. A development began folds have also been applied to classical mechanics, requirements toward the Ph.D. degree in Math- which, within a few decades, brought tremendous general relativity, and quantum field theory. ematics. Its purpose was to determine whether success, highlighted by the 1929 theorem of Ljust- In this streamlined introduction to the subject, first-year students in the Ph.D. program had ernik and Schnirelman on the existence of three the theory of manifolds is presented with the aim successfully mastered basic mathematics in order distinct prime closed geodesics on any compact of helping the reader achieve a rapid mastery of to continue in the program with the likelihood of surface of genus zero, and the 1930/31 solution the essential topics. By the end of the book the success. Since its inception, the exam has become of Plateau‘s problem by Douglas and Radó. The reader should be able to compute, at least for a major hurdle to overcome in the pursuit of the book gives a concise introduction to variational simple spaces, one of the most basic topological degree. The purpose of this book is to publicize methods and presents an overview of areas of invariants of a manifold, its de Rham cohomology. the material and aid in the preparation for the current research in the field. The fourth edition Along the way the reader acquires the knowledge examination during the undergraduate years. gives a survey on new developments in the field. In and skills necessary for further study of geometry The book is a compilation of over 1,250 problems particular it includes the proof for the convergence and topology. The requisite point-set topology is which have appeared on the preliminary exams of the Yamabe flow and a detailed treatment of the included in an appendix of twenty pages; other in Berkeley over the last twenty-five years. It is an phenomenon of blow-up. appendices review facts from real analysis and invaluable source of problems and solutions for linear algebra. Hints and solutions are provided to every mathematics student who plans to enter a Features many of the exercises and problems. Ph.D. program. 7 Gives a concise introduction to the field of Variational Methods and presents an overview of Features Contents areas of current research in this field 7 Valuable 7 Assumes only one semester of algebra and two Preface.- Problems.- Real Analysis.- Multivariable source of reference for advanced students and semesters of undergraduate analysis, so is acces- Calculus.- Differential Equations.- Metric Spaces.- researchers in the currently very active field of sible to undegraduates and graduate students Complex Analysis.- Algebra.- Linear Algebra.- variational methods 7 Includes the proof for the 7 Modesty of scope allows the most essential Solutions.- Real Analysis.- Multivariable Calculus.- convergence of the Yamabe flow and a detailed topics to emerge clearly 7 Provides hints and Differential Equations.- Metric Spaces.- Complex treatment of the phenomenon of blow-up solutions to about half of the exercises, so may be Analysis.- Algebra.- Linear Algebra.- Appendices.- used in the classroom or for independent study References.- Index. From the contents The Direct Methods in the Calculus of Varia- From the contents Fields of interest tions.- Lower Semi-Continuity.- Constraints.- A Brief Introduction.- Part I. The Euclidean Analysis; Algebra; Group Theory and Generaliza- Compensated Compactness.- The Concentration- Space.- Smooth Functions on R(N).- Tangent tions Compactness Principle.- Ekeland‘s Variational Vectors In R(N) as Derivations.- Alternating Principle.- Duality.- Minimization Problems K-Linear Functions.- Differential Forms on R(N).- Target groups Depending on Parameters.- Minimax Methods.- Part II. Manifolds.- Manifolds.- Smooth Maps Undergraduate and graduate students in math- The Finite Dimensional Case.- The Palais-Smale on A Manifold.- Quotient.- Part III. The Tangent ematics Condition.- A General Deformation Lemma.- The Space.- The Tangent Space.- Submanifolds.- Minimax Principle. Categories And Functors.- The Image of A Smooth Discount group Map.- The Tangent Bundle.- Bump Functions and P Fields of interest Partitions of Unity.- Vector Fields.- Part IV. Lie Systems Theory, Control; Calculus of Variations Groups and Lie Algebras.- Lie Groups. and Optimal Control; Optimization; Analysis Fields of interest Target groups Manifolds and Cell Complexes (incl. Diff. Students and researchers in the field of variational Topology); Global Analysis and Analysis on Mani- methods and their applications in various areas of folds; Differential Geometry mathematics Target groups Discount group First-year graduate students and advanced under- P graduates in mathematics and physics
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Due June 2008 4th ed . 2008 . Approx . 320 p . 16 illus . (Ergebnisse der Mathematik und ihrer Grenzgebiete . 3 . Folge / A Due October 2007 4th ed . 2008 . Approx . 600 p . (Problem Books in Series of Modern Surveys in Mathematics, Volume 34) Mathematics) Hardcover Hardcover 2008 . XVI, 360 p . 104 illus . (Universitext) Softcover 7 approx. $49.95 7 $159.00 7 $49.95 ISBN 978-0-387-74521-3 ISBN 978-3-540-74012-4 ISBN 978-0-387-48098-5 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Mathematics 33
M. Wilson, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA A. Zhigljavsky, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK; A. Zilinskas, Institute of Mathematics and Infor- Weighted Littlewood-Paley matics, Vilnius, Lithuania Theory and Exponential- Stochastic Global Square Integrability Optimization
Littlewood-Paley theory is an essential tool of This book presents the main methodological and Fourier analysis, with applications and connec- theoretical developments in stochastic global opti- tions to PDEs, signal processing, and probability. mization. The extensive text is divided into four It extends some of the benefits of orthogonality to chapters; the topics include the basic principles situations where orthogonality doesn’t really make and methods of global random search, statistical sense. It does so by letting us control certain oscil- inference in random search, Markovian and popu- latory infinite series of functions in terms of infi- lation-based random search methods, methods nite series of non-negative functions. Beginning based on statistical models of multimodal func- in the 1980s, it was discovered that this control tions and principles of rational decisions theory. could be made much sharper than was previously Key features: Inspires readers to explore various suspected. The present book tries to give a gentle, stochastic methods of global optimization by well-motivated introduction to those discoveries, clearly explaining the main methodological the methods behind them, their consequences, and principles and features of the methods; Includes a some of their applications. comprehensive study of probabilistic and statistical models underlying the stochastic optimization Contents algorithms; Expands upon more sophisticated Some Assumptions.- An Elementary Introduc- techniques including random and semi-random tion.- Exponential Square.- Many Dimensions.- coverings, stratified sampling schemes, Markovian Smoothing.- The Calderon Reproducing Formula algorithms and population based algorithms; I.- The Calderon Reproducing Formula II.- The Provides a thorough description of the methods Calderon Reproducing Formula III.- Schroedinger based on statistical models of objective function. Operators.- Some Singular Integrals.- Spaces.- Goodbye to Good-Lambda.- A Fourier-Multiplier Features Theorem.- Vector-Valued Inequalities.- Random 7 Provides reader with a methodological and Pointwise Errors.- Index.- References. theoretical basis for developing and investigating optimization heuristics 7 Summarizes basic Fields of interest ideas and presents recent progress and new results Fourier Analysis; Partial Differential Equations 7 Includes an extensive bibliography with old Russian articles as well as new English papers Target groups 7 Includes an extensive discussion on proba- Researchers and graduate students in fourier bilistic and statistical models used in the global analysis, signal processing, and Schroedinger random search operators Contents Discount group Preface.- Introduction.- Basic Concepts and Ideas.- P Global Random Search: Fundamentals and Statis- tical Inference.- Global Random Search: Exten- sions.- Statistical Models.- References.- Index.
Fields of interest Optimization; Calculus of Variations and Optimal Control; Optimization; Applications of Math- ematics
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2008 . XIII, 221 p . (Lecture Notes in Mathematics, 2008 . X, 262 p . 43 illus . (Springer Optimization and Its Volume 1924) Softcover Applications, Volume 9) Hardcover 7 $59.95 7 $79.95 ISBN 978-3-540-74582-2 ISBN 978-0-387-74022-5 34 Statistics Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
V. Barbu, N. Limnios, Université de Technologie de U. N. Bhat, Professor Emeritus, Southern Methodist J. Marin, Université Paris-Sud, Orsay, France; Compiègne, France University, Dallas, TX, USA C. P. Robert, Université Paris-Dauphine, Paris, France Semi-Markov Chains and An Introduction to Queueing Bayesian Core: A Practical Hidden Semi-Markov Models Theory Approach to Computational toward Applications Modeling and Analysis in Applications Bayesian Statistics Their use in Reliability and DNA Analysis
This introductory textbook is designed for a This Bayesian modeling book is intended for one-semester course on queueing theory that practitioners and applied statisticians looking for This book is concerned with the estimation of does not require a course in stochastic processes a self-contained entry to computational Bayesian discrete-time semi-Markov and hidden semi- as a prerequisite. By integrating the necessary statistics. Focusing on standard statistical models Markov processes. Semi-Markov processes are background on stochastic processes with the and backed up by discussed real datasets available much more general and better adapted to applica- analysis of models, this book provides a sound from the book website, it provides an operational tions than the Markov ones because sojourn foundational introduction to the modeling and methodology for conducting Bayesian inference, times in any state can be arbitrarily distributed, analysis of queueing systems for a broad interdisci- rather than focusing on its theoretical justifica- as opposed to the geometrical distributed sojourn plinary audience of students coming from diverse tions. Special attention is paid to the derivation of time in the Markov case. Another unique feature disciplines, including applied mathematics, statis- prior distributions in each case and specific refer- of the book is the use of discrete time, especially tics, computer science, operations research, and ence solutions are given for each of the models. useful in some specific applications where the time industrial, systems, manufacturing, and communi- Similarly, computational details are worked out scale is intrinsically discrete. The models presented cations engineering. to lead the reader towards an effective program- in the book are specifically adapted to reliability Key features include an introductory chapter, ming of the methods given in the book. While R studies and DNA analysis. which contains an historical account of the growth programs are provided on the book website and R The book is mainly intended for applied probabi- of queueing theory in the last 100 years; rigorous hints are given in the computational sections of the lists and statisticians interested in semi-Markov treatment of the foundations of basic models book, The Bayesian Core requires no knowledge chains theory, reliability and DNA analysis, and for commonly used in applications with appropriate of the R language and it can be read and used with theoretical oriented reliability and bioinformatics references for advanced topics; a chapter on any other programming language. engineers. It can also serve as a text for a six month modeling and analysis using computational tools. research-oriented course at a Master or PhD level. Features The prerequisites are a background in probability Features 7 The perfect entry for gaining a practical under- theory and finite state space Markov chains. 7 The first textbook on queueing theory that does standing of Bayesian methodology 7 Guides not require a course in stochastic processes as a the reader into the practice of prior modeling and Features prerequisite; suitable for applied science students Bayesian computing for the most classical models 7 Explores the semi-Markov case 7 Combines not needing a specialized course in queueing 7 Computational aspects are sufficiently detailed the flexibility of the semi-Markov chain with the theory to achieve effective programming of the methods known advantages of HMMs with little effort 7 Datasets, R codes and course Fields of interest slides are available on the book website Contents Statistics for Engineering, Physics, Computer Introduction.- Discrete-time renewal processes.- Science, Chemistry & Geosciences; Statistical Contents Semi-Markov chains.- Nonparametric estimation Theory and Methods; Probability Theory and User’s manual.- Normal models.- Regression and for semi-Markov chains.- Reliability theory for Stochastic Processes variable selection.- Generalised linear models.- discrete-time semi-Markov systems.- Hidden Capture-recapture experiments.- Mixture models.- semi-Markov model and estimation. Target groups Dynamic models.- Image analysis. Advanced undergraduates, graduate students, Fields of interest researchers, and practitioners in applied math- Fields of interest Statistical Theory and Methods; Statistics for Engi- ematics, statistics, computer science, operations Statistical Theory and Methods; Probability and neering, Physics, Computer Science, Chemistry & research, and industrial, systems, manufacturing, Statistics in Computer Science; Simulation and Geosciences; Quality Control, Reliability, Safety and communications engineering Modeling and Risk Discount group Target groups Target groups P Students Graduate students, researchers Discount group Discount group P P
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M. A. Proschan, Biostatistics Research Branch, NIAID, Bethesda, MD, USA; K. G. Lan, Johnson & Johnson, Raritan, NJ, USA; J. T. Wittes, Statistical Collaborative, Washington, DC, USA Statistical Monitoring of Clinical Trials A Unified Approach
The approach taken in this book is to studies monitored over time, what the Central Limit Theorem is to studies with only one analysis. Just as the Central Limit Theorem shows that test statistics involving very different types of clinical trial outcomes are asymptotically normal, this book shows that the joint distribution of the test statistics at different analysis times is asymptoti- cally multivariate normal with the correlation structure of Brownian motion (“the B-value”) irrespective of the test statistic. The so-called B-value approach to monitoring allows us to use, for different types of trials, the same boundaries and the same simple formula for computing conditional power. Although Brownian motion may sound complicated, the authors make the approach easy by starting with a simple example and building on it, one piece at a time, ultimately showing that Brownian motion works for many different types of clinical trials.
Features 7 Offers an accessible, incremental approach to understanding Brownian motion as related to clinical trials 7 Shows how to use the B-value approach to monitoring different types of trials 7 All three authors are experts in adaptive meth- odology for clinical trials 7 Provides insight into not only monitoring, but power, survival analysis, safety, and other statistical issues germane to clinical trials
Fields of interest Statistics for Life Sciences, Medicine, Health Sciences
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M. Beckner, Grand Junction, CO, USA M. W. Berry, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, D. Berube, Suncook, NH, USA USA; M. Castellanos (Eds .) Pro BizTalk Server 2006 Practical Reporting with Ruby Electronic Document Survey of Text Mining II and Rails Interchange Clustering, Classification, and Retrieval Electronic Document Interchange Solutions Business intelligence and real-time reporting The proliferation of digital computing devices mechanisms play a major role in any of today’s and their use in communication has resulted in forward-looking business plans. With many of EDI is going to be big, and is already seeing a lot an increased demand for systems and algorithms these solutions being moved to the Web, the of adoption. Comments from Burley Kawasaki, capable of mining textual data. Thus, the develop- popular Rails framework and its underlying Ruby Director of Project Management - Connected ment of techniques for mining unstructured, semi- language are playing a major role alongside Web Systems Division at Microsoft (heads where the structured, and fully structured textual data has services in building the reporting solutions of future of BizTalk is going). become important in both academia and industry. tomorrow. “Contrary to popular belief, EDI transactions are This 2nd edition surveys the emerging field of Text Practical Reporting with Ruby and Rails is the first growing - and on a very large base. Not because Mining - the application of techniques of machine book to comprehensively introduce this popular customers are using EDI for new applications, but learning in conjunction with natural language framework, guiding readers through a wide- because they are putting more and more suppliers processing, information extraction and alge- ranging array of features. Note this isn’t a staid into their existing EDI feeds and doing more elec- braic/mathematical approaches to computational guide to generating traditional reports, but rather tronic business. With this much electronic business information retrieval. Many issues are addressed, shows readers how the Ruby language and Rails being done over EDI, companies are looking for ranging from the development of new learning framework can create truly compelling reporting ways to bring down TCO on general operations approaches to the parallelization of existing services by plugging into popular third-party (hence the interest in swapping out expensive algorithms. applications and services such as Google AdWords, legacy systems with newer MS platforms) and UPS.com, iTunes, and SalesForce.com. also reducing the per transaction cost (hence the Features See the following resources for more information interest in moving away from VANs and migrating 7 Overview of current methods and software on Ruby and Rails: to AS2 over the Internet). for text mining 7 Experts from academia Ruby project website: and industry share their experiences in solving http://www.ruby-lang.org/ Features large-scale retrieval and classification problems Rails Project web site: 7 Virtually no information available in print or 7 Highlights open research questions in docu- http://www.rubyonrails.org/ on the web for BizTalk 2006 R2 EDI implementa- ment categorization and clustering, and trend tions 7 The BizTalk market is expanding, and detection 7 Describes new application problems Features there are few resources that cover specific imple- in areas such as email surveillance and anomaly 7 Only book to cover the myriad powerful mentations, such as this book will cover 7 The detection reporting capabilties of Ruby and its Rails web foreword will be by either the Microsoft Director framework 7 Considerable interest should be of Project Management, Connected Systems Fields of interest raised on the corporate level, as the book shows Division, or by a Director level member of the Document Preparation and Text Processing; Infor- how Ruby/Rails can interface with popular third- Microsoft EDI Implementation team mation Storage and Retrieval; Information Systems party applications and services such as eBay, Applications (incl.Internet) PayPal, SalesForce, iTunes, and UPS 7 Demon- Field of interest strates how to integrate with several of the wildly Programming Techniques Target groups popular array of Google services Researchers, R & D, professionals, graduate Target groups students Target groups Any company or individual interested in a Beginner to Intermediate Ruby/Rails developers BizTalk 2006 EDI implementation and a new EDI Discount group implementation (or redeveloping an existing EDI P Discount group infrastructure), any BizTalk developers without C direct EDI experience
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P. H. Cole, D. C. Ranasinghe, University of Adelaide, H. Deshev, Bulgaria C. Gross, Switzerland SA, Australia (Eds .) Pro Windows PowerShell Beginning VB 2008 Networked RFID Systems and From Novice to Professional Lightweight Cryptography Our goal is to show how PowerShell can help script Raising Barriers to Product Counterfeiting most of those tasks and reduce their burden. The book contains examples on automating typical The Microsoft .NET Framework has gone system administration tasks: configuration, moni- from strength to strength since its inception in The book consists of a collection of works on toring, network queries, text manipulation, and file November 2000. It now supports a large and utilising the automatic identification technology operations. The ideas presented will be beneficial vibrant development community eager for new provided by Radio Frequency Identification to power users needing a better shell and an auto- techniques and ideas. (RFID) to address the problems of global coun- mation environment, system and network admin- Visual Studio 2008 together with the latest versions terfeiting of goods. The book presents current istrators looking to streamline their daily activities, of VB, C# and ASP will be the largest upgrade research, directed to securing supply chains against and software developers wishing to optimize their to the framework since .NET 2.0 in November the efforts of counterfeit operators, carried out at build and deploy process. 2005. Since then there have been huge changes in the Auto-ID Labs around the globe. The collection We will jump right in and get results fast. The most the development landscape, with the new Vista of works and the organisation of the book assume important feature of the book is that it will show operating system being released and the ‚.NET 3.0‘ very little knowledge on the part of the reader on everything using many, specific examples that package of add-ons released to support it. In Visual Networked RFID systems as the material provided provide real value to the user. It will show “the big Studio 2008 all of these technologies, together with in the introduction familiarises the reader with picture”: interoperability with the outside world. LINQ, ASP.NET AJAX and a huge collection of concepts, underlying principles and vulnerabili- new language features, are being brought together ties of modern RFID systems. The collection of Features into a single cohesive unit behind the Visual Studio works presented on highlighting the counterfeiting 7 Our book will address the weaknesses in interface. problem and problems with existing low cost RFID competitors – we’ll have many real-world exam- technology is an important guide to practitioners, ples, content for both power users and developers, Features professionals and graduates in the area of RFID and more accessible scenarios 7 The PowerShell 7 One of the first books to be published dealing systems application, implementation and integra- market is expanding, and the tool’s inclusion with with the VB 2008 and Visual Studio 2008 tion. Windows Server 2008 will increase its popularity (previously known as Orcas) technology for the still more 7 Our author has a reasonably strong beginning audience 7 Written from scratch, Features blog platform and contacts within the Powershell specifically for this release, by an experienced 7 Highlighting advanced RFID systems team at Microsoft author to teach beginners exactly what they need 7 Presenting the use of lightweight cryptography to know 7 Comprehensive and thorough – the to address security and privacy related issues From the contents book is tailored to turn an interested amateur into I Object! Boosting Your Efficiency by using the a competent, well-grounded, programmer Fields of interest World‘s First Object-Oriented Shell.- Variables.- Computer Communication Networks; Engineering Objects and Object-Oriented Features.- Shell Fields of interest Economics, Organization, Logistics, Marketing; Configuration.- Formatting.- Invoke-Expression.- Programming Techniques Information Systems Applications (incl.Internet) Collection Statistics.- Compare-Object.- Code Reuse. Target groups Target groups New developers, beginner to intermediate; wanting Computer professionals in research and Field of interest to learn the latest Microsoft technologies, as well development Programming Techniques as Migrating .NET 2.0/3.0 developers brushing up their skills Discount group Target groups P IT professionals looking to automate repetitive Discount group tasks and developers looking to optimize build and C deployment process
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C. Korhonen, Loves Park, IL, USA; D. Hassoun J. Levinson, Redmond, WA, USA; D. Nelson V. Rainardi, Essex, UK Creating Mashups with Adobe Pro Visual Studio 2005 Team Building a Data Warehouse Flex and AIR System with DBPro With Examples in SQL Server
AIR is a hot topic. Mashups are a hot topic. This Visual Studio 2005 Team System is the premier The book is intended to contain practical explana- book brings them together. version of Microsoft’s best-selling Integrated tions of essential topics in implementing a data Mashups are the integration of data from different Development Environment (IDE) the Microsoft warehouse that everybody who wishes to embark sources to create one unified experience. For Visual Studio 2005 Suite. It provides a collabora- on a data warehousing journey will need to under- example, you might create a music browser tion platform for developers, managers and testers stand in order to build their first data warehouse. application that took the name of a band you to work together though the use of Microsoft Not only that, but they get the SQL Server code entered, and supplied you with concert photos Sharepoint services and SQL Server 2005 Business so that they can go ahead and implement the data (from Flickr), videos (from YouTube), streaming Intelligence Suite (such as Reporting Services). warehouse, create reports, utilize business intel- songs and similar artists (from last.fm), tour dates This book provides readers from any background ligence, CRM, and more. Essentially, it is a field (from the band’s blog) and the nearest location with the information that they need to implement guide for data warehousing implementation. on the tour to you (displayed in Google maps). VSTS 2005 swiftly and effectively whether they be As an indication of what big-business mashups architects, developers, project managers or testers. Features are, Microsoft has just released a beta of its own Updated to include coverage of the latest ‘DBPro’ 7 The only book that shows how to implement mashup-creation application: Popfly. extension for database professionals this book a data warehouse using SQL Server 7 Interest is the only reference needed to get started with in this topic for SQL Server is high and poorly Features Visual Studio 2005 Team System. understood 7 The code in the book will save 7 AIR, and the mashups are very hot topics companies hundreds of hours of development time 7 The book will be out as soon as possible after Features and many wrong turns 7 Despite the intensity of release (tentatively scheduled for October) 7 Coverage uniquely extended to cover the the code, managers to programmers will find the 7 The only book dedicated to creating mashups ‘DBPro’ extension for database professionals book extremely useful 7 This book will be good with AIR 7 Contains real-world examples of released by Microsoft earlier this year 7 A clear, for SQL Server 2005 and SQL Server 2008 creating mashups using the major APIs precise, format that provides A-Z coverage of all of the major developer roles within a company Field of interest Contents – Architects, Developers, Testers and Database Data Storage Representation A Web of data.- Building a mashup.- Flex, getting Professionals 7 Written by an author team with started.- Flex, application architecture.- Flex, deep experience of Visual Studio 2005 Team Target groups further mashups.- Flex debugging/testing.- System and reviewed by the VSTS development People with basic knowledge of database Widgets - mini mashups!.- Creating a widget.- team at Microsoft (especially SQL Server) who would like to make Taking it to the desktop.- Using AIR to develop a their first step in data warehousing, people who desktop mashup.- Application Elements.- Offline Fields of interest are familiar with databases, such as SQL DBAs Storage.- Advanced Functionality. Programming Techniques and database developers, but never built a data warehouse, IT students and self-learning people, Fields of interest Target groups BI and data warehousing professionals, people Programming Techniques Intermediate to professionalVSTS developers who implement data warehouses looking for good implementation code to use Target groups Discount group Intermediate Flex and AIR developers creating P Discount group desktop mashups P
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J. Schairbaum Z. Stepek, Loves Park, IL , USA Foundations of Scaling Rails Foundation AIR Building Giant Websites Creating Desktop Applications with the Adobe Integrated Runtime
There’s little question the Rails framework has made a tremendous impact on both the Web Adobe’s AIR (Adobe Integrated Runtime) platform development community. But as the framework is revolutionary in that it allows web developers continues to work its way into ambitious startups to create applications using familiar technologies and Fortune 500 environments alike, serious (such as Flex, Flash and HTML) but now they can debate has arisen in regards to the framework‘s deploy them on the desktop rather than having ability to perform in high-traffic environments. them locked to a web browser. This is a huge Scaling Rails: Building Giant Websites seeks to change in the way people think about rich internet dispel the controversy by taking a measured, applications, and means that developers can have almost scientific look at how developers can go a persistent foothold on a user’s computer rather about identifying and remedying bottlenecks in than only when the user accesses the website. their Rails applications. Developers can now create any data-critical See the following resources for more information applications from simple money converter or on Ruby and Rails: stock ticker widgets to full-on email clients and Ruby project website: video juke boxes, and users can keep them on their http://www.ruby-lang.org/ computers ready to access them at any time. Rails Project web site: http://www.rubyonrails.org/ Features Interview that started a recent significant scaling 7 AIR, and the desktop RIA explosion is a very rails debate: hot topic 7 The book will be out as soon as http://www.radicalbehavior.com/5-question-inter- possible after release (tentatively scheduled for view-with-twitter-developer-alex-payne/ October) 7 It acts as an entry point for existing Flex, Flash, and HTML developers Features 7 The only book to offer a comprehensive intro- Contents duction to scaling Rails applications, a topic Walking on AIR.- First steps.- Building that has generated considerable discussion and AIR-powered environments.- Creating and debate within the Web developer community manipulating windows.- Accessing the local file 7 Authored by Josh Schairbaum, a seasoned Rails system.- Drag and drop.- Online/offline connec- developer with experience building large Rails tivity.- Creating native menus.- Using local data- applications for Fortune 500 firms bases.- PDF basics.- Updating applications.- Next Steps. Field of interest System Performance and Evaluation Field of interest Programming Techniques Target groups Intermediate to advanced Ruby/Rails developers Target groups Flex/Flash/DHTML developers looking to create Discount group desktop applications C Discount group C
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P. Abrahamsson, N. Baddoo, T. Margaria, M. Agosti, University of Padova, Italy (Ed .) A. Aldini, ISTI - University of Urbino “Carlo Bo”, Italy; R. Messnarz (Eds .) R. Gorrieri, University of Bologna, Italy (Eds .) Information Access through Software Process Search Engines and Digital Foundations of Security Improvement Libraries Analysis and Design 14th European Conference, EuroSPI 2007, FOSAD 2006/2007 Turtorial Lectures Potsdam, Germany, September 26-28, 2007, Proceedings The Information Management Systems group at the University of Padua, led by Maristella Agosti, The increasing relevance of security to real-life has been a major contributor to information applications, such as electronic commerce and retrieval (IR) and digital libraries for nearly twenty Internet banking, is attested by the fast-growing This book constitutes the refereed proceeding of years. This group has gained an excellent reputa- number of research groups, events, conferences, the 14th European Software Process Improve- tion in the IR community and has produced some and summer schools that address the study of ment Conference, EuroSPI 2007, held in Potsdam, of the best-known IR researchers, whose work foundations for the analysis and the design of Germany, in September 2007. spans a broad range of topics. security aspects. The 18 revised full papers presented together with The papers in this book deal with e.g. automated This book presents thoroughly revised versions of an introductory paper were carefully reviewed text categorizations, web link analysis algorithms, eight tutorial lectures given by leading researchers and selected from 60 submissions. The papers retrieval in multimedia digital libraries, and multi- during two International Schools on Founda- are organized in topical sections on enforce- lingual information retrieval. The presentation of tions of Security Analysis and Design, FOSAD ment, alignment, tailoring, focus on SME issues, original research results built on the past work of 2006/2007, held in Bertinoro, Italy, in September improvement analysis and empirical studies, new the group which at the same time summarizes past 2006 and September 2007. The lectures are devoted avenues of SPI, SPI methodologies, as well as findings and opens up new directions and new to Foundations of Security Analysis and Design. testing and reliability. areas of possible future research and cooperation will appeal to researchers and developers in insti- Fields of interest Fields of interest tutions and companies working on search engines Operating Systems; Data Encryption; Computer Software Engineering; Management of Computing and information retrieval algorithms. Communication Networks and Information Systems; Computers and Society Contents Target groups Target groups Information Access using the Guide of User Advanced students, professionals and researchers Researchers and professionals Requirements (M. Agosti) - From Linking Text to Linking Crimes (F. Crestani) - Modeling Discount group Discount group Retrieval and Navigation in Context (M. Melucci) P P - Two Algorithms for Probabilistic Stemming (M. Melucci, N. Orio) - Automated Text Categorization (G.M. Di Nunzio) - Analysis of Web Link Analysis Algorthims (L. Pretto) - Digital Annotations (N. Ferro) - Music Indexing and Retrieval for Multi- media Digital Libraries (N. Orio) - A Statistical and Graphical Methodology for Comparing Bilin- gual and Monolingual Cross-Language Informa- tion Retrieval (F.Crivellari, G.M. Di Nunzio, N. Ferro) - Index.
Fields of interest Information Storage and Retrieval; Document Preparation and Text Processing; Library Science
Target groups Researchers and libraries
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F. Almeida e Costa, University of Sussex, UK (Ed .) G. Alonso, ETH Zürich, Switzerland; P. Dadam, G. Antoniou, U. Aßmann, C. Baroglio, S. Decker, Universität Ulm, Germany; M. Rosemann, Galway; N. Henze, P. Patranjan, R. Tolksdorf (Eds .) Advances in Artificial Life Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD, Australia (Eds .) 9th European Conference, ECAL 2007, Reasoning Web Lisbon, Portugal, September 10-14, 2007, Business Process Third International Summer School 2007, Proceedings Dresden, Germany, September 3-7, 2007, Management Tutorial Lectures 5th International Conference, BPM 2007, This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of Brisbane, Australia, September 24-28, 2007, the 9th EuropeanConference on Artificial Life, Proceedings This book contains a collection of thoroughly ECAL 2007, held in Lisbon, Portugal, September revised tutorial papers based on lectures given by 10-14, 2007. leading researchers at the Second International The 125 revised full papers presented were care- Summer School on the Reasoning Web in Dresden, fully reviewed and selected. The papers are orga- This book constitutes the refereed proceedings Germany, September 3-7, 2007. The objective of nized in topical sections on conceptual articles, of the 5th International Conference on Business the book is to provide a coherent introduction to morphogenesis and development, robotics and Process Management, BPM 2007, held in Brisbane, Semantic Web methods and research issues with a autonomous agents, evolutionary computation Australia, in September 2007. particular focus on reasoning. and theory, cellular automata, models of biological The 21 revised full papers, 1 industrial paper, and The nine tutorial papers presented provide systems and their applications, ant colony and 8 short papers presented were carefully reviewed competent coverage of methods and research swarm systems, evolution of communication, and selected from 152 submissions. The papers are issues of the Semantic Web, ontology languages simulation of social interactions, self-replication, organized in topical sections on business process and their relation to description logics, Web query artificial chemistry, and posters. maturity and performance, business process languages, XML, RDF and Topics Maps, evolution modeling, case studies, compliance and change, and reactivity, personalization in the Semantic Fields of interest process configuration and execution, formal Web, rule modeling with UML, techniques in Web Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Computa- foundations of BPM, business process mining, and information extraction, employing ontologies to tion by Abstract Devices; User Interfaces and semantic issues in BPM. ease construction of software applications, and Human Computer Interaction type checking for Web rule and query languages. Fields of interest Target groups Information Storage and Retrieval; Information Fields of interest Researchers and professionals Systems Applications (incl. Internet); User Inter- Information Systems Applications (incl. Internet); faces and Human Computer Interaction Computer Communication Networks; Information Discount group Storage and Retrieval P Target groups Researchers and professionals Target groups Advanced students, researchers, and professionals Discount group P Discount group P
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B. Apolloni, University of Milan, Italy; R. J. Howlett, B. Apolloni, University of Milan, Italy; R. J. Howlett, B. Apolloni, University of Milan, Italy; R. J. Howlett, University of Brighton, UK; L. C. Jain, University of University of Brighton, UK; L. C. Jain, University of University of Brighton, UK; L. C. Jain, University of South Australia, SA, Australia (Eds .) South Australia, SA, Australia (Eds .) South Australia, SA, Australia (Eds .) Knowledge-Based Intelligent Knowledge-Based Intelligent Knowledge-Based Intelligent Information and Engineering Information and Engineering Information and Engineering Systems Systems Systems 11th International Conference, KES 2007, 11th International Conference, KES 2007, 11th International Conference, KES 2007, Vietri sul Mare, Italy, September 12-14, 2007, Vietri sul Mare, Italy, September 12-14, 2007, Vietri sul Mare, Italy, September 12-14, 2007, Proceedings, Part I Proceedings, Part II Proceedings, Part III
The three volume set LNAI 4692, LNAI 4693, and The three volume set LNAI 4692, LNAI 4693, and The three volume set LNAI 4692, LNAI 4693, and LNAI 4694, constitute the refereed proceedings of LNAI 4694, constitute the refereed proceedings of LNAI 4694, constitute the refereed proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Knowledge- the 11th International Conference on Knowledge- the 11th International Conference on Knowledge- Based Intelligent Information and Engineering Based Intelligent Information and Engineering Based Intelligent Information and Engineering Systems, KES 2007, held in Vietri sul Mare, Italy, Systems, KES 2007, held in Vietri sul Mare, Italy, Systems, KES 2007, held in Vietri sul Mare, Italy, September 12-14, 2007. September 12-14, 2007. September 12-14, 2007. The 409 revised papers presented were carefully The 409 revised papers presented were carefully The 409 revised papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from about 1203 submis- reviewed and selected from about 1203 submis- reviewed and selected from about 1203 submis- sions. The papers present a wealth of original sions. The papers present a wealth of original sions. The papers present a wealth of original research results from the field of intelligent infor- research results from the field of intelligent infor- research results from the field of intelligent infor- mation processing in the broadest sense; topics mation processing in the broadest sense; topics mation processing in the broadest sense; topics covered in the first volume are artificial neural covered in the first volume are artificial neural covered in the first volume are artificial neural networks and connectionists systems, fuzzy and networks and connectionists systems, fuzzy and networks and connectionists systems, fuzzy and neuro-fuzzy systems, evolutionary computation, neuro-fuzzy systems, evolutionary computation, neuro-fuzzy systems, evolutionary computation, machine learning and classical AI, agent systems, machine learning and classical AI, agent systems, machine learning and classical AI, agent systems, knowledge based and expert systems, hybrid intel- knowledge based and expert systems, hybrid intel- knowledge based and expert systems, hybrid intel- ligent systems, miscellaneous intelligent algo- ligent systems, miscellaneous intelligent algo- ligent systems, miscellaneous intelligent algo- rithms, intelligent vision and image processing, rithms, intelligent vision and image processing, rithms, intelligent vision and image processing, knowledge management and ontologies, Web knowledge management and ontologies, Web knowledge management and ontologies, Web intelligence, multimedia, e-learning and teaching, intelligence, multimedia, e-learning and teaching, intelligence, multimedia, e-learning and teaching, intelligent signal processing, control and robotics, intelligent signal processing, control and robotics, intelligent signal processing, control and robotics, other intelligent systems applications, papers of the other intelligent systems applications, papers of the other intelligent systems applications, papers of the experience management and engineering work- experience management and engineering work- experience management and engineering work- shop, industrial applications of intelligent systems, shop, industrial applications of intelligent systems, shop, industrial applications of intelligent systems, as well as information engineering and applica- as well as information engineering and applica- as well as information engineering and applica- tions in ubiquotous computing environments. tions in ubiquotous computing environments. tions in ubiquotous computing environments.
Fields of interest Fields of interest Fields of interest Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Information Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Information Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Information Systems Applications (incl. Internet) Systems Applications (incl. Internet) Systems Applications (incl. Internet)
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C. Baranauskas, Unicamp, Brazil; P. Palanque, C. Baranauskas, Unicamp, Brazil; P. Palanque, D. Barbosa, A. Bonifati, Z. Bellahsène, E. Hunt, University Paul Sabatier, Toulouse III, France; University Paul Sabatier, Toulouse III, France; R. Unland (Eds .) J. Abascal, Universidad del País Vasco, Spain; J. Abascal, Universidad del País Vasco, Spain; S. D. Junqueira Barbosa, PUC-Rio, Brazil (Eds .) S. D. Barbosa, PUC-Rio, Brazil (Eds .) Database and XML Human-Computer Interaction Human-Computer Interaction Technologies – INTERACT 2007 – INTERACT 2007 5th International XML Database Symposium, XSym 2007, Vienna, Austrial, 11th IFIP TC 13 International Conference, Rio 11th IFIP TC 13 International Conference, Rio September 23-24, 2007, Proceedings de Janeiro, Brazil, September 10-14, 2007, de Janeiro, Brazil, September 10-14, 2007, Proceedings, Part I Proceedings, Part II
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 5th International XML Database Symposium, The two volume set LNCS 4662 and LNCS 4663 The two volume set LNCS 4662 and LNCS 4663 XSym 2007, held in Vienna, Austria, in September constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 11th constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 11th 2007 in conjunction with the International Confer- IFIP TC13 International Conference on Human- IFIP TC13 International Conference on Human- ence on Very Large Data Bases, VLDB 2007. Computer Interaction, INTERACT 2007, held in Computer Interaction, INTERACT 2007, held in The 8 revised full papers together with 2 invited Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in September 2007. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in September 2007. talks and the extended abstract of 1 panel session The 60 revised papers of the first volume presented The 50 revised papers of the second volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 25 together with the abstracts of 3 keynote talks presented together with 14 doctoral consortium submissions. Covering all current aspects of core were carefully reviewed and selected from papers, 8 tutorials, 11 posters, video papers and database technology for XML data management, numerous submissions. The papers are organized panel surveys, were carefully reviewed and selected XML and data integration, and development and in topical sections on social computing, Web, UI from numerous submissions. The papers are orga- deployment of XML applications, the papers are prototyping, user centred design methods and nized in topical sections on tangible user interfaces organized in topical sections on XPath query techniques intelligent user interfaces, interac- and interaction, cultural issues in HCI, safety, answering, XQuery evaluation and performance, tion on the move, accessibility, designing for security, privacy and usability, user and usability as well as XML updates, temporal XML data and multiples devices, interaction techniques, affective studies, focus and context visualization techniques, concurrency. computing, 3D interaction and 3D interfaces, as and tagging, visualizing social information, online well evaluation methods. communities and e-learning, children, games, Fields of interest and the elderly, usability studies on collabora- Database Management; Information Storage and Fields of interest tive systems, interaction for selection, as well as Retrieval; Information Systems Applications (incl. User Interfaces and Human Computer Interaction; software engineering and HCI. Internet) Information Systems Applications (incl. Internet); Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics) Fields of interest Target groups User Interfaces and Human Computer Interaction; Researchers and professionals Target groups Information Systems Applications (incl. Internet); Researchers and professionals Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics) Discount group P Discount group Target groups P Researchers and professionals
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R. Basili, M. T. Pazienza, University of Rome, Italy B. Berendt, Humboldt University Berlin, Germany; M. R. Berthold, University of Konstanz, Germany; (Eds .) A. Hotho, University of Kassel, Germany; J. Shawe-Taylor, University College London, UK; D. Mladenic, J . Stefan Institute, Ljubliana, Slovenia; N. Lavrac, Jozef Stefan Institute Ljubljana, Slovenia AI*IA 2007: Artificial G. Semeraro, University of Bari, Italy (Eds .) (Eds .) Intelligence and Human- From Web to Social Web: Advances in Intelligent Data Oriented Computing Discovering and Deploying Analysis VII 10th Congress of the Italian Association for User and Content Profiles 7th International Symposium on Intelligent Artificial Intelligence, Rome, Italy, Data Analysis, IDA 2007, Ljubljana, Slovenia, September 10-13, 2007, Proceedings Workshop on Web Mining, WebMine 2006, Berlin, Germany, September 18, 2006 September 6-8, 2007, Proceedings
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 10th Congress of the Italian Association for This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of This book constitutes the refereed proceedings Artificial Intelligence, AI*IA 2007, held in Rome, the Workshop on Web Mining, WebMine 2006, of the 7th International Conference on Intelli- Italy, in September 2007. held in Berlin, Germany, September 18th, 2006. gent Data Analysis, IDA 2007, held in Ljubljana, The 42 revised full papers presented together with Topics included are data mining based on analysis Slovenia, September 6-8, 2007. 14 revised poster papers and 3 invited talks were of bloggers and tagging, web mining, XML mining The 33 revised papers presented were carefully carefully reviewed and selected from 80 submis- and further techniques of knowledge discovery. reviewed and selected from almost 100 submis- sions. The papers are organized in topical sections The book is especially valuable for those interested sions. All current aspects of this interdisciplinary on knowledge representation and reasoning, in the aspects of the Social Web (Web 2.0) and its field are addressed; the areas covered include multiagent systems, distributed AIai, knowledge inherent dynamic and diversity of user-generated statistics, machine learning, data mining, clas- engineering, ontologies and the semantic Web, content. sification and pattern recognition, clustering, machine learning, natural language processing, applications, modeling, and interactive dynamic information retrieval and extraction, planning Fields of interest data visualization. and scheduling, AI and applications. Three special Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Computer tracks depicting progresses in significant applica- Communication Networks Fields of interest tion fields that represent increasingly relevant Information Storage and Retrieval; Artificial Intel- topics contain 18 additional papers on AI and Target groups ligence (incl. Robotics); Probability and Statistics robotics, AI and expressive media, and intelligent Researchers and professionals in Computer Science access to multimedia information. Discount group Target groups Fields of interest P Researchers and professionals Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Computa- tion by Abstract Devices; Mathematical Logic and Discount group Formal Languages P
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C. Bessiere, University of Montpellier, France (Ed .) A. Biryukov, University of Luxembourg, Luxembourg J. Biskup, University of Dortmund, Germany; (Ed .) J. Lopez, University of Malaga, Spain (Eds .) Principles and Practice of Constraint Programming – Fast Software Encryption Computer Security – ESORICS CP 2007 14th International Workshop, FSE 2007, 2007 Luxembourg, Luxembourg, March 26-28, 12th European Symposium On Research 13th International Conference, CP 2007, 2007, Revised Selected Papers Providence, RI, USA, September 25-29, 2007, In Computer Security, Dresden, Germany, Proceedings September 24 - 26, 2007, Proceedings This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed post- proceedings of the 14th International Workshop This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of on Fast Software Encryption, FSE 2007, held in This book constitutes the refereed proceedings the 13th International Conference on Principles Luxembourg, Luxembourg in March 2007. of the 12th European Symposium on Research and Practice of Constraint Programming, CP 2007, The 28 revised full papers presented were carefully in Computer Security, ESORICS 2007, held in held in Providence, RI, USA, in September 2007. reviewed and selected from 104 submissions. Dresden, Germany in September 2007. The 51 revised full papers and 14 revised short The papers address all current aspects of fast and The 39 revised full papers presented were carefully papers presented together with 8 application secure primitives for symmetric cryptology and reviewed and selected from 164 submissions. papers and the abstracts of 2 invited lectures they are organized in topical sections on hash ESORICS is confirmed as the European research were carefully reviewed and selected from 165 function cryptanalysis and design, stream ciphers event in computer security; it presents original submissions. All current issues of computing cryptanalysis, theory, block cipher cryptanalysis, research contributions, case studies and imple- with constraints are addressed, ranging from block cipher design, theory of stream ciphers, side mentation experiences addressing any aspect of methodological and foundational aspects - using channel attacks, as well as macs and small block computer security - in theory, mechanisms, appli- algorithms, environments, languages, models and ciphers. cations, or practical experience. systems - to solving real-world problems in various application fields. Fields of interest Fields of interest Data Encryption; Algorithm Analysis and Problem Data Encryption; Operating Systems; Computer Fields of interest Complexity; Coding and Information Theory Communication Networks Programming Techniques; Programming Languages, Compilers, Interpreters; Artificial Target groups Target groups Intelligence (incl. Robotics) Researchers and professionals Researchers and professionals
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D. Bjorner, Holte, Denmark; M. C. Henson, University J. Blanc-Talon, DGA/D4S/MRIS, Arcueil, France; A. Bondavalli, Università de Firenze, Italy; of Essex, UK (Eds .) W. Philips, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium; F. Brasileiro, Universidade Federal de Campina D. Popescu, CSIRO ICT Centre, Sydney, Australia; Grande, Brazil; S. Rajsbaum, Universidad Nacional Logics of Specification P. Scheunders, University of Antwerp, Belgium (Eds .) Autónoma de México , México (Eds .) Languages Advanced Concepts for Dependable Computing Intelligent Vision Systems Third Latin-American Symposium, By a specification language we understand a formal 9th International Conference, ACIVS 2007, LADC 2007, Morelia, Mexico, system of syntax, semantics and proof rules. The Delft, The Netherlands, August 28-31, 2007, September 26-28, 2007, Proceedings syntax and semantics define a language; the proof Proceedings rules define a proof system. Specifications are expressions in the language, and reasoning over This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of properties of these specifications is done within the the Third Latin-American Symposium on Depend- proof system. This book presents comprehensive This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of able Computing, LADC 2007, held in Morelia, studies on nine specification languages and their the 9th International Conference on Advanced Mexico, in September 2007. logics of reasoning. Concepts for Intelligent Vision Systems, ACIVS The 14 revised full papers presented together The editors and authors are authorities on these 2007, held in Delft, The Netherlands, August 28- with 2 invited talks, and outlines of 3 tutorials specification languages and their application. 31, 2007. and 2 panel sessions, were carefully reviewed and Dedicated chapters address: the use of ASM The 45 revised full papers and 55 revised poster selected from 37 submissions. The papers are (Abstract State Machines) in the classroom; the papers presented were carefully reviewed and organized in topical sections on fault-tolerant Event-B modelling method; a methodological selected from around 221 submissions. The algorithms, software engineering of dependable guide to CafeOBJ logic; CASL, the Common papers are organized in topical sections on noise systems, networking and mobile computing, Algebraic Specification Language; the Duration reduction and restoration, segmentation, motion experimental dependability evaluation, as well as Calculus; the logic of the RAISE specification estimation and tracking, video processing and intrusion tolerance and security. language (RSL); the specification language TLA+; coding, camera calibration, image registration and the typed logic of partial functions and the Vienna stereo matching, biometrics and security, medical Fields of interest Development Method (VDM); and Z logic and its imaging, image retrieval and image understanding, Special Purpose and Application-Based Systems; applications. as well as classification and recognition. System Performance and Evaluation; Software Engineering Features Fields of interest 7 Unique overview of the key current formal Image Processing; Pattern Recognition; Computer Target groups specification languages Graphics Reseachers and professionals
Contents Target groups Discount group An Overview.- Abstract State Machines for the Researchers and professionals P Classroom.- The Event-B Modelling Method: Concepts and Case Studies.- A Methodological Discount group Guide to CafeOBJ Logic.- CASL - The Common P Algebraic Specification Language.- Duration Calculus.- The Logic of the RAISE Specification Language.- The Specification Language TLA+.- The Typed Logic of Partial Functions and the Vienna Development Method.- Z and Its Applica- tions.- Reviews.
Fields of interest Mathematical Logic and Formal Languages; Software Engineering; Logics and Meanings of Programs
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S. Bozapalidis, G. Rahonis, University of Thessa- A. R. Bradley, Z. Manna, Stanford University, CA, USA H. Burkhard, G. Lindemann, R. Verbrugge, L. Varga loniki, Greece (Eds .) (Eds .) The Calculus of Computation Algebraic Informatics Decision Procedures with Applications to Multi-Agent Systems and Second International Conference, CAI 2007, Verification Applications V Thessalonkik, Greece, May 21-25, 2007, 5th International Central and Eastern Revised Selected and Invited Papers European Conference on Multi-Agent Computational logic is a fast-growing field with Systems, CEEMAS 2007, Leipzig, Germany, applications in artificial intelligence, constraint September 25-27, 2007, Proceedings This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of solving, and the design and verification of software the Second International Conference on Alge- and hardware systems. Written with graduate and braic Informatics, CAI 2007, held in Thessaloniki, advanced undergraduate students in mind, this Greece, in May 2007. textbook introduces computational logic from the This book constitutes the refereed proceedings The 10 revised full papers presented together foundations of first-order logic to state of the art of the 5th International Central and Eastern with 9 invited papers were carefully reviewed and decision procedures for arithmetic, data structures, European Conference on Multi-Agent Systems, selected from 29 submissions. The papers cover and combination theories. CEEMAS 2007, held in Leipzig, Germany, topics such as algebraic semantics on graphs This textbook also presents a logical approach to September 25-27, 2007. and trees, formal power series, syntactic objects, engineering correct software. The increasing ubiq- The 29 revised full papers and 17 revised short algebraic picture processing, infinite computation, uity of computers makes implementing correct papers presented together with an invited paper acceptors and transducers for strings, trees, graphs, systems more important than ever. Verification were carefully reviewed and selected from 84 arrays, etc., and decision problems. exercises develop the reader‘s facility in specifying submissions. The papers cover a wide range of and verifying software using logic. The treatment areas such as: scalability and reconfigurability Fields of interest of verification concludes with an introduction of multi agent systems; deployment scenarios Logics and Meanings of Programs; Mathematical to the static analysis of software, an important exploiting synergies of multi agent systems and Logic and Formal Languages; Software Engi- component of modern verification systems. other related technologies like grid, web services neering and semantic web; applications of multi agent Features systems in design and manufacturing, transport Target groups 7 Presents a logical approach to engineering and logistics, space applications, tourism industry, Researchers and professionals correct software as an application of computational e-commerce and many other application areas. logic Discount group Fields of interest P Contents Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Computer Propositional Logic.- First-Order Logic.- First- Communication Networks; Software Engineering Order Theories.- Induction.- Program Correctness: Mechanics.- Program Correctness: Strategies.- Target groups Quantified Linear Arithmetic.- Quantifier-Free Researchers and professionals Linear Arithmetic.- Quantifier-Free Equality and Data Structures.- Combining Decision Proce- Discount group dures.- Arrays.- Invariant Generation.- Further P Reading.- References.- Index.
Fields of interest Theory of Computation; Logics and Meanings of Programs; Algorithm Analysis and Problem Complexity
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M. Calder, University of Glasgow, UK; S. Gilmore, F. Capello, INRIA Futurs, France; T. Herault, Université M. Collard (Ed .) The University of Edinburgh, UK (Eds .) Paris Sud-XI, France; J. Dongarra, University of Tennessee, TN, USA (Eds .) Ontologies-based DataBases Computational Methods in and Information Systems Systems Biology Recent Advances in Parallel Virtual Machine and Message First and Second VLDB Workshops, ODBIS International Conference CMSB 2007, 2005/2006, Trondheim, Norway, September Edinburgh, Scotland, September 20-21, 2007, Passing Interface 2-3, 2005, Seoul, Korea, September 11, 2006, Proceedings 14th European PVM/MPI User‘s Group Post-Proceedings Meeting, Paris France, September 30 - October 3, 2007, Proceedings This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of This book constitutes the refereed post-proceed- the International Conference on Computational ings of the First and Second VLDB Workshop Methods in Systems Biology, CMSB 2007, held in This book constitutes the refereed proceedings Ontologies-based techniques for DataBases and Edinburgh, Scotland, September 20-21, 2007. of the 14th European PVM/MPI Users’ Group Information Systems, held in Trondheim, Norway, The 16 revised full papers presented were care- Meeting held in Paris, France, September 30 - September 2-3, 2005 and Seoul, Korea, September fully reviewed and selected. The papers present a October 3, 2007. 11, 2006. variety of techniques from computer science, such The 40 revised full papers presented together with The topics include ontology-based interoperability as language design, concurrency theory, software abstracts of 6 invited contributions, 3 tutorial and schema matching, management of onto- engineering, and formal methods, for biologists, papers and 6 poster papers were carefully reviewed logical bases and links between ontologogies and physicists, and mathematicians interested in the and selected from 68 submissions. knowledge. systems-level understanding of cellular processes. The papers are organized in topical sections on collective communication, communication proto- Fields of interest Fields of interest cols, debugging and verification, fault tolerance, Database Management; Data Structures; Informa- Simulation and Modeling; Bioinformatics; metacomputing and grid, parallel I/O, implemen- tion Systems Applications (incl. Internet) Computer Appl. in Life Sciences tation issues, object-oriented message passing, limitations and extensions, performance, and are Target groups Target groups completed with 6 contributions to the special Researchers and professionals Researchers and professionals ParSim session on current trends in numerical simulation for parallel engineering environments. Discount group Discount group P P Fields of interest Programming Techniques; Programming Languages, Compilers, Interpreters; Computation by Abstract Devices
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P. Craiger, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, V. Dahl, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, BC, O. Danvy, H. Mairson, F. Henglein, A. Pettorossi USA; S. Shenoi, University of Tulsa, OK, USA (Eds .) Canada; I. Neimelä, Helsinki University of (Eds .) Technology, Finland (Eds .) Advances in Digital Forensics Automatic Program III Logic Programming Development 23rd International Conference, ICLP 2007, A Tribute to Robert Paige Porto, Portugal, September 8-13, 2007, Features Proceedings 7 Most recent volume in the Advances in Digital Forensics series “Automatic Program Development” is a tribute This book constitutes the refereed proceedings to Robert Paige (1947-1999), our accomplished From the contents of the 23rd International Conference on Logic and respected colleague, and moreover our good Calibration Testing of Network Tap Devices.- On Programming, ICLP 2007, held in Porto, Portugal, friend, whose untimely passing was a loss to our the Legality of Analyzing Telephone Call Records.- September 8-13, 2007. academic and research community. We have Survey of Law Enforcement Perceptions Regarding The 22 revised full papers together with 2 invited collected the revised, updated versions of the Digital Evidence.- Insider Threat Analysis Using talks as well as 15 poster presentations and the papers published in his honor in the Higher-Order Information-Centric Modeling.- An Integrated abstracts of 5 doctoral consortium articles were and Symbolic Computation Journal in the years System for Insider Threat Detection.- Analysis carefully reviewed and selected from 74 initial 2003 and 2005. of Tools for Detecting Rootkits and Hidden submissions. The papers cover all issues of current Among them there are two papers by Bob: (i) a Processes.- A Method for Detecting Linux Kernel research in logic programming - they are orga- retrospective view of his research lines, and (ii) a Module Rootkits.- Future Trends in Author- nized in topical sections on theory, functional and proposal for future studies in the area of the auto- ship Attribution.- The Keyboard Dilemma and constraint logic programming, program analysis, matic program derivation. The book also includes Authorship Identification.- Factors Affecting One- answer-set programming, semantics, and applica- some papers by members of the IFIP Working Way Hashing of CD-R Media.- Disk Drive I/O tions. Group 2.1 of which Bob was an active member. All Commands and Write Blocking.- A New Process papers are related to some of the research interests Model for Text String Searching.- Detecting Fields of interest of Bob and, in particular, to the transformational Steganography Using Multi-Class Classification.- Programming Techniques; Artificial Intelli- development of programs and their algorithmic Redacting Digital Information from Electronic gence (incl. Robotics); Programming Languages, derivation from formal specifications. “Automatic Devices.- In-Place File Carving.- File System Compilers, Interpreters Program Development” offers a renewed stimulus Journal Forensics.- Using Search Engines to for continuing and deepening Bob‘s research Acquire Network Forensic Evidence.- Target groups visions. A Framework for Investigating Railroad Acci- Researchers and professionals dents.- Forensic Analysis of Xbox Consoles. Features Discount group 7 Review of some techniques for automatic Fields of interest P program development 7 Applications of program Computer Science, general transformation to algorithm derivation 7 Algo- rithm design methodology based on systematic Target groups derivations and applications in computer science Researchers, faculty members and graduate and software engineering students interested in digital forensics, as well as for practitioners and individuals engaged in From the contents research and development efforts for the law Part I Robert Paige‘s Research: A Retrospective and enforcement and intelligence communities a Proposal. Part II Robert Paige: Brother, Friend, Colleague. Part III Contributed Papers. Discount group P Fields of interest Software Engineering/Programming and Oper- ating Systems; Software Engineering; Program- ming Techniques
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M. E. Davies, Edinburgh University, UK; C. C. James, F. S. de Boer, M. M. Bonsangue, S. Graf, T. Dimitrakos, BT; F. Martinelli, IIT-CNR; P. Y. Ryan, University of Southampton, UK; S. A. Abdallah, W. de Roever (Eds .) University of Newcastle, UK; S. Schneider, University M. D. Plumbley, Queen Mary University of London, of Surrey, UK (Eds .) UK (Eds .) Formal Methods for Components and Objects Formal Aspects in Security Independent Component and Trust Analysis and Blind Signal 5th International Symposium, FMCO 2006, Amsterdam, Netherlands, Fourth International Workshop, Separation November 7-10,2006, Revised Lectures FAST 2006, Hamilton, Ontario, Canda, 7th International Conference, ICA 2007, August 26-27, 2006, Revised Selected Papers London, UK, September 9-12, 2007, Proceedings Formal methods have been applied successfully to the verification of medium-sized programs in This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed post- protocol and hardware design. However, their proceedings of the Fourth International Workshop This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of application to the development of large systems on Formal Aspects in Security and Trust, FAST the 7th International Conference on Independent requires more emphasis on specification, model- 2006, held in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, August Component Analysis and Blind Source Separation, ling and validation techniques supporting the 26-27, 2006. ICA 2007, held in London, UK, September 9-12, concepts of reusability and modifiability, and their The 18 revised papers presented were carefully 2007. implementation in new extensions of existing reviewed and selected from 47 submissions. The The 101 revised papers presented were carefully programming languages. papers focus of formal aspects in security and trust reviewed and selected from 149 submissions. This book presents 12 revised lectures given by policy models, security protocol design and anal- The papers are organized in topical sections on top-researchers at the 5th International Sympo- ysis, formal models of trust and reputation, logics algorithms and architectures, applications, medical sium on Formal Methods for Components and for security and trust, distributed trust manage- applications, speech and signal processing, theory, Objects, FMCO 2006, held in Amsterdam, Neth- ment systems, trust-based reasoning, digital and visual and sensory processing. erlands, in November 2006. The book provides assets protection, data protection, privacy and ID a unique combination of ideas on software issues, information flow analysis, language-based Fields of interest engineering and formal methods that reflect the security, security and trust aspects in ubiquitous Algorithm Analysis and Problem Complexity; current interest in the application or develop- computing, validation/analysis tools, web service Computation by Abstract Devices; Coding and ment of formal methods for large scale software security/trust/privacy, GRID security, security risk Information Theory systems such as component-based systems and assessment, and case studies. object systems. The papers are organized in topical Target groups sections on component and service oriented Fields of interest Researchers and professionals computing, system design, tools, algebraic Computer Communication Networks; Data methods, model checking, assertional methods, Encryption; Operating Systems Discount group and quantitative analysis. P Target groups Fields of interest Researchers and professionals Software Engineering; Programming Languages, Compilers, Interpreters; Logics and Meanings of Discount group Programs P
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J. Duparc, Université de Lausanne, Switzerland; J. Durand-Lose, University of Orleans, France; E. Duval, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven and Ariadne T. A. Henzinger, EPFL, Lausanne, Switzerland (Eds .) M. Margenstern, University of Metz, France (Eds .) Foundation, Belgium; R. Klamma, RWTH Aachen, Germany; M. Wolpers, Katholieke Universiteit Computer Science Logic Machines, Computations, and Leuven, Belgium (Eds .) 21 International Workshop, CSL 2007, Universality Creating New Learning 16th Annual Conference of the EACSL, 5th International Conference, MCU 2007, Experiences on a Global Scale Lausanne, Switzerland, Orleans, France, September 10-13, 2007, September 11-15, 2007, Proceedings Proceedings Second European Conference on Technology Enhanced Learning, EC-TEL 2007, Crete, Greece, September 17-20, 2007, Proceedings This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 21st International Workshop on Computer the 5th International Conference on Machines, Science Logic, CSL 2007, held as the 16th Annual Computations, and Universality, MCU 2007, held Conference of the EACSL in Lausanne, Switzer- in Orleans, France, September 10-13, 2007. This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of land, in September 2007. The 18 revised full papers presented together the Second European Conference on Technology The 36 revised full papers presented together with with 9 invited papers were carefully reviewed and Enhanced Learning, EC-TEL 2007, held in Crete, the abstracts of 6 invited lectures were carefully selected. The topics include Turing machines, Greece in September 2007. reviewed and selected from 116 submissions. The register machines, word processing, cellular The 28 revised full papers, 18 revised short papers are organized in topical sections on logic automata, tiling of the plane, neural networks, papers presented were carefully reviewed and and games, expressiveness, games and trees, logic molecular computations, BSS machines, infinite selected from 116 submissions. The conference and deduction, lambda calculus, finite model cellular automata, real machines, and quantum provides a unique forum for all research related theory, linear logic, proof theory, and game computing. to technology-enhanced learning, as well as its semantics. interactions with knowledge management, busi- Fields of interest ness processes and work environments. Topics Fields of interest Computation by Abstract Devices; Mathematical addressed are collaborative learning, personalized Mathematical Logic and Formal Languages; Logic and Formal Languages; Logics and Meanings learning, multimedia content, semantic web, meta- Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Logics and of Programs data and learning, workplace learning, learning Meanings of Programs repositories and infrastructures for learning, as Target groups well as experience reports, assesment, and case Target groups Researchers and professionals studies. Researchers and professionals Discount group Fields of interest Discount group P Computers and Education; Multimedia Infor- P mation Systems; User Interfaces and Human Computer Interaction
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A. Eiben, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, The Nether- G. Engels, University of Paderborn, Germany; T. Enokido, Rissho University, Tokyo, Japan; L. Barolli, lands; J. Smith, University of the West of England, B. Opdyke, Motorola, Inc ., Schaumburg, IL, USA; Fukuoka Insitute of Technology, Japan; M. Takizawa, Bristol, UK D. C. Schmidt, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tokyo Denki University, Japan (Eds .) TN,USA; F. Weil, Motorola, Inc ., Schaumburg, IL, USA Introduction to Evolutionary (Eds .) Network-Based Information Computing Model Driven Engineering Systems Languages and Systems First International Conference, NBIS 2007, Regensburg, Germany, September 3-7, 2007, Evolutionary Computing is the collective name for 10th International Conference, MoDELS 2007, Proceedings a range of problem-solving techniques based on Nashville, USA, September 30 - October 5, principles of biological evolution, such as natural 2007, Proceedings selection and genetic inheritance. These techniques are being increasingly widely applied to a variety This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of of problems, ranging from practical applications in the First International Conference on Network- industry and commerce to leading-edge scientific This book constitutes the refereed proceedings Based Information Systems, NBIS 2007, held in research. of the 10th International Conference on Model Regensburg, Germany, September 3-7, 2007 in This book presents the first complete overview of Driven Engineering Languages and Systems conjunction with Dexa 2007. this exciting field aimed directly at lecturers and (formerly the UML series of conferences), The 55 revised full papers presented were carefully graduate and undergraduate students. It is also MODELS 2007, held in Nashville, USA, September reviewed and selected from 122 submissions. The meant for those who wish to apply evolutionary 30 - October 5, 2007. papers are organized in topical sections on recom- computing to a particular problem or within a The 45 revised full papers were carefully reviewed mender systems, business process / design aspects, given application area. To this group the book is and selected from 158 initial submissions. The mobile commerce, security and e-payment, Web valuable because it presents EC as something to be papers are organized in topical sections on Model services computing / semantic Web, e-negotiation used rather than just studied. Transformation, Modeling Constraints, Meta- and agent mediated systems, and issues in Web Last, but not least, this book contains quick-refer- Modeling, Consistent Models, Modeling Support, advertising. ence information on the current state-of-the-art in User Interface Design, Language Definition, a wide range of related topics, so it is of interest not Modeling Methods, Service and Process Modeling, Fields of interest just to evolutionary computing specialists but to Model Analysis, Modeling Process, Aspects, Computer Systems Organization and Commu- researchers working in other fields. New Language Features, Debugging Support and nication Networks; Computer Communication Statecharts. Networks Features 7 At present the only authored book that contains Fields of interest Target groups a complete overview of the field of evolutionary Software Engineering; Programming Languages, Researchers and professionals computing, treating all “dialects” and important Compilers, Interpreters; Simulation and Modeling algorithm variants: GAs, ES, EP, GP, LCS, MAs, Discount group MOEAs 7 Provides a single comprehensive Target groups P source using one conceptual framework and a Researchers and professionals uniform terminology at a level accessible to under- graduates Discount group P From the contents What is an Evolutionary Algorithm?- Genetic Algorithms.- Evolution Strategies.- Evolutionary Programming.- Genetic Programming.- Learning Classifier Systems.- Parameter Control in Evolu- tionary Algorithms.- Multi-Modal Problems and Spatial Distribution.- Related Techniques and Hybridisation.- Theory.- Constraint Handling.- Special Forms of Evolution.
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L. Fan, Surrey University, Guildford, UK; H. Cruick- V. Ganzha, E. Mayr, TU München, Germany; E. Gaudin, É. Najm, R. Reed (Eds .) shank, Surrey University, Guilford, UK; Z. Sun, Surrey E. Vorozhtsov, Russian Academy of Sciences, University, Guildford, Uk (Eds .) Novosibirsk, Russia (Eds .) SDL 2007: Design for IP Networking over Next- Computer Algebra in Scientific Dependable Systems Generation Satellite Systems Computing 13th International SDL Forum, Paris, France, September 18-21, 2007, Proceedings International Workshop, Budapest, July 2007 10th International Workshop, CASC 2007, Bonn, Germany, September 16-20, 2007, Proceedings With the boom of Internet, IP-based applica- This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of tions, such as WWW and multimedia, bave the 13th International SDL Forum, SDL 2007, held been an essential part of our life, and there is an in Paris, France. ever-increasing demand for accessing high-speed This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of The 17 revised full papers presented were carefully Internet services anywhere and anytime. This the 10th International Workshop on Computer reviewed and selected for inclusion in the book. trend unavoidably has huge impacts on the design Algebra in Scientific Computing, CASC 2007, held The papers are organized in topical sections on of the next-generation satellite systems. On the in Bonn, Germany, in September 2007. The volume Model Driven Engineering, Testing, Language other hand, with its broadcasting nature and is dedicated to Professor Vladimir P. Gerdt on the Extensions, Implementation and Modeling Experi- unique coverage, satellite systems also can play an occasion of his 60th birthday. ence and Extensions. important role in the next-generation Internet. The 35 revised full papers presented were carefully Thus all aspects of systems design and system For example, satellite systems can be a good driver reviewed and selected from numerous submissions design languages are addressed. for the deployment of IPv6 in the Internet, and for inclusion in the book. The papers cover not can provide a fast way to reach end-users because only various expanding applications of computer Fields of interest they do not rely on construction of a high-speed algebra to scientific computing but also the Computer Systems Organization and Communica- terrestrial networks. The workshop proceedings computer algebra systems themselves and the CA tion Networks; Software Engineering; Logics and will focus on the IP networking of next-generation algorithms. Topics addressed are studies in polyno- Meanings of Programs satellite systems. Topics include IPv6 over satel- mial and matrix algebra, quantifier elimination, lites, new architectures of next-generation satellite and Gröbner bases, as well as stability investiga- Target groups systems, satellite and terrestrial network integra- tion of both differential equations and difference Researchers and professionals tion, network monitoring and measurement, and methods for them. Several papers are devoted to perfmance enhancement. the application of computer algebra methods and Discount group algorithms to the derivation of new mathematical P Features models in biology and in mathematical physics. 7 Introduces the latest innovations and trends in IP-based applications and satellite networking Fields of interest 7 Explains many aspects of advanced satellite Symbolic and Algebraic Manipulation; Program- networking systems, such as deployment of IPv6 ming Techniques; Discrete Mathematics in over satellites, working with WLAN and WiMax, Computer Science and rules concerning multi-segment networks (including satellites) Target groups Researchers and professionals Fields of interest Information Systems and Communication Service; Discount group Information Systems Applications (incl. Internet); P
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C. George, UNI-IIST, Macao; Z. Liu, UNU-IIST, Macao; V. Gorodetsky, I. Kotenko, St . Petersburg Institute for J. Woodcock, University of York, UK (Eds .) Informatics and Automation, Russia; V. A. Skormin, New Series Binghamton University (SUNY), NY, USA (Eds .) Domain Modeling and the Duration Calculus Computer Network Security International Training School, Shanghai, Fourth International Conference on Mathematical Methods, Models and China, September 17-21, 2007, Communications in Computer Advanced Lectures Architectures for Computer Network Security, and Information Science MMM-ACNS 2007, St. Petersburg, Russia, September 13-15, 2007, Proceedings
This book presents thoroughly revised tuto- rial papers based on lectures given by leading Rationale 7 The CCIS series is devoted to the This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of researchers at the International Training School on publication of proceedings of computer science the Fourth International Conference on Math- Domain Modeling and the Duration Calculus, held conferences. Its aim is to efficiently disseminate ematical Methods, Models, and Architectures for in Shanghai, China, in September 2007 as an asso- original research results in informatics in printed Computer Network Security, MMM-ACNS 2007, ciated event of ICTAC 2007, the 4th International and electronic form. While the focus is on publi- held in St. Petersburg, Russia in September 2007. Colloquium on Theoretical Aspects of Computing. cation of peer-reviewed full papers presenting The First, Second and Third International The four tutorial papers presented provide mature work, inclusion of reviewed short papers Workshops “Mathematical Methods, Models and competent coverage of software security, domain and abstracts reporting on work in progress is Architectures for Computer Networks Security” modeling of software engineering, and dura- welcome, too. Besides globally relevant meet- demonstrated the high interest of the international tion calculus for real time systems - originating ings with internationally representative program scientific community to the theoretical aspects of from lectures of leading experts in these fields committees guaranteeing a strict peer-reviewing the computer network and information security from Europe and Asia. Topics addressed in detail and paper selection process, conferences run by and the need for conducting of such workshops as are: development of real-time systems, domain societies or of high regional or national relevance on-going series.The proposed MMM-ACNS 2007 engineering using abstract modeling, the area are also considered for publication. conference is intended as a next step in this series of duration calculus, and formal methods like Topics 7 The topical scope of CCIS spans the and will be focused on theoretical problems in the language description using the operational seman- entire spectrum of informatics ranging from area under consideration.Its objectives are to bring tics approach. foundational topics in the theory of computing together leading researchers from academia and to information and communications science and governmental organizations as well as practitioners Fields of interest technology and a broad variety of interdisciplinary in the area of computer networks and informa- Logics and Meanings of Programs; Software Engi- application fields. tion security, facilitating personal interactions and neering; Computer Communication Networks Information for Volume Editors and Authors discussions on various aspects of information tech- 7 Publication in CCIS is free of charge. No royal- nologies in conjunction with computer network Target groups ties are paid, however, CCIS volume editors receive and information security problems arising in large- Researchers and professionals 30 complimentary copies of the procceedings. scale computer networks engaged in information CCIS proceedings can be published in time for storing, transmitting, and processing. Discount group distribution at conferences or as post-proceedings, P as printed books and/or electronically as CDs; Fields of interest furthermore CCIS proceedings are included in the Information Systems Applications (incl. Internet) CCIS electronic book series hosted in the Spring- erLink digital library. Target groups Publication process 7 The language of publica- Researchers and professionals tion is excusively English. Authors publishing in CCIS have to sign the Springer CCIS copyright Discount group transfer form, however, they are free to use their P material published in CCIS for substantially changed, more elaborate subsequent publications elsewhere. For the preparation of the camera-ready papers/files, authors have to strictly adhere to the Springer CCIS Authors‘ Instructions and are strongly encouraged to use the CCIS LaTeX style files or templates.
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J. M. Haake, Fernuniversität Hagen, Germany; F. A. Hamprecht, C. Schnörr, B. Jähne, University of J. Hertzberg, University of Osnabrück, Germany; S. F. Ochoa, Universidad de Chile, Santiago, Chile; Heidelberg, Germany (Eds .) M. Beetz, Technische Universität München, Germany; A. Cechich, Universidad Nacional del Comahue, R. Englert, Deutsche Telekom Laboratories, Berlin, Buenos Aires, Argentinien (Eds .) Pattern Recognition Germany (Eds .) Groupware: Design, 29th DAGM Symposium, Heidelberg, KI 2007: Advances in Artificial Germany, September 12-14, 2007, Implementation, and Use Proceedings Intelligence 13th Internatonal Workshop, CRIWG 2007, 30th Annual German Conference on AI, Bariloche, Argentina, September 16-20, 2007, KI 2007, Osnabrück, Germany, Proceedings This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of September 10-13, 2007, Proceedings the 29th Symposium of the German Association for Pattern Recognition, DAGM 2007, held in This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of Heidelberg Germany in September 2007. the 13th International Workshop on Groupware, The 55 revised full papers were carefully reviewed This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed CRIWG 2007, held in Bariloche, Argentina, in and selected. The papers are organized in topical proceedings of the 30th Annual German Confer- September 2007. sections on image filtering, restoration and ence on Artificial Intelligence, KI 2007, held in The 17 revised full papers and 10 revised work-in- segmentation, shape analysis and representa- Osnabrück, Germany, September 10-13, 2007. progress papers presented were carefully reviewed tion, recognition, categorization and detection, The 26 revised full papers presented together with and selected from 65 submissions. computer vision and image retrieval, machine 6 invited contributions and 21 posters were care- The papers are organized in topical sections on learning and statistical data analysis, biomedical fully reviewed and selected from 81 submissions. group awareness and social aspects, groupware data analysis, motion analysis and tracking, pose The papers are organized in topical sections on design and development, computer supported recognition, stereo and structure from motion, cognition and emotion, semantic Web, analogy, collaborative learning, groupware applications and multi-view image and geometric processing, as natural language, reasoning, ontologies, spatio- studies, group negotiation and knowledge manage- well as 3D view registration and surface modelling. temporal reasoning, machine learning, spatial ment, and groupware activities and evaluation. reasoning, robot learning, classical AI problems, Fields of interest and agents. Fields of interest Pattern Recognition; Image Processing; Artificial User Interfaces and Human Computer Interaction; Intelligence (incl. Robotics) Fields of interest Computers and Education; Computers and Society Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Mathemat- Target groups ical Logic and Formal Languages Target groups Researchers and professionals Researchers and professionals Target groups Discount group Researchers and professionals P Discount group Discount group P P
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J. Hightower, B. Schiele, T. Strang (Eds .) J. Hromioviç, R. Královiç, M. Nunkesser, D. Hutchison, Lancaster University, UK; R. H. Katz, P. Widmayer (Eds .) University of California, Berkeley, CA, USA (Eds .) Location- and Context- Awareness Stochastic Algorithms: Self-Organizing Systems Third International Symposium, Foundations and Applications Second International Workshop, LoCA 2007, Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany, 4th International Symposium, SAGA 2007, IWSOS 2007, The Lake District, UK, September 20-21, 2007, Proceedings Zurich, Switzerland, September 13-14, 2007, September 11-13, 2007, Proceedings Proceedings
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Second International Workshop on Self-Orga- the Third International Symposium on Loca- This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of nizing Systems, IWSOS 2007, held in The Lake tion- and Context-Awareness, LoCA 2007, held the 4th International Symposium on Stochastic District, UK, September 11-13, 2007. in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany, in September 2007. Algorithms: Foundations and Applications, SAGA The 17 revised full papers and 5 revised short The 17 revised full papers presented were care- 2007, held in Zurich, Switzerland, in September papers presented together with 2 invited talks were fully selected during two rounds of reviewing and 2007. carefully selected from more than 36 submissions. improvement from 55 submissions. The papers The 9 revised full papers and 5 invoted papers The papers are organized in topical sections on ad are organized in topical sections on wifi location presented were carefully reviewed and selected hoc routing, peer-to-peer networking, network technology, activity and situational awareness, out of 31 submissions for inclusion in the book. topology, adaptive and self-organizing networks taxonomies, architectures, and a broader perspec- The contributed papers included in this volume and multicast and mobility protocols. tive, the meaning of place, radio issue in loca- cover both theoretical as well as applied aspects tion technology, and new approaches to location of stochastic computations whith a special focus Fields of interest estimation. on investigating the power of randomization in Computer Communication Networks; Software algorithmics. Engineering; Operating Systems Fields of interest Information Systems Applications (incl. Internet); Fields of interest Target groups Information Storage and Retrieval; Computer Algorithm Analysis and Problem Complexity; Researchers and professionals Communication Networks Computation by Abstract Devices; Probability and Statistics in Computer Science Discount group Target groups P Researchers and professionals Target groups Researchers and professionals Discount group P Discount group P
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M. Hutter, Australian National University, Australia; Y. Ioannidis, University of Athens, Greece; C. B. Jones, Z. Liu, J. Woodcock (Eds .) R. A. Servedio, Columbia University, USA; B. Novikov, University of St-Petersburg, Russia; E. Takimoto, Tohoku University, Japan (Eds .) B. Rachev, Technical University of Varna, Bulgaria Formal Methods and Hybrid (Eds .) Algorithmic Learning Theory Real-Time Systems Essays in Honour of Dines Bjorner and 18th International Conference, ALT Advances in Databases and Zhou Chaochen on the Occasion of Their 2007, Sendai, Japan, October 1-4, 2007, Information Systems 70th Birthdays Proceedings 11th East European Conference, ADBIS 2007, Varna, Bulgaria, September 29-October 3, 2007, Proceedings This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of This Festschrift volume, published to honour the 18th International Conference on Algorithmic both Dines Bjørner and Zhou Chaochen on the Learning Theory, ALT 2007, held in Sendai, occasion of their 70th birthdays in October and Japan, October 1-4, 2007, colocated with the 10th This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of November 2007, includes 25 refereed papers by International Conference on Discovery Science, the 11th East European Conference on Advances leading researchers, current and former colleagues, DS 2007. in Databases and Information Systems, ADBIS who congregated at a celebratory symposium held The 25 revised full papers presented together with 2007, held in Varna, Bulgaria, in September/ in Macao, China, in the course of the International the abstracts of 5 invited papers were carefully October 2007. Colloquium on Theoretical Aspects of Computing, reviewed and selected from 50 submissions. The The 23 revised papers presented together with 3 ICTAC 2007. The papers cover a broad spectrum papers are dedicated to the theoretical foundations invited lectures were carefully reviewed of subjects, from foundational and theoretical of machine learning; they address topics such as and selected from 77 submissions. The papers topics to algorithms and systems issues and to query models, on-line learning, inductive infer- address current research on database theory, applications, comprising formal methods, systems ence, algorithmic forecasting, boosting, support development of advanced DBMS technologies, and modelling, hybrid and real-time systems, specifica- vector machines, kernel methods, complexity and their advanced applications and are organized in tion and verification, as well as interval temporal learning, reinforcement learning, unsupervised topical sections on activity modeling, classifica- logic. learning and grammatical inference. tion, design, object-oriented systems, indexing, Dines Bjørner is known for his many contribu- clustering and OLAP, moving objects, query tions to the theory and practice of formal methods Fields of interest processing, DB architectures and streams, XML for software engineering with special focus on Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); and databases, as well as distributed systems. abstraction and modelling, specification of systems and languages, and domains, requirements, and Target groups Fields of interest software design. He was a professor at the Tech- Researchers and professionals Database Management; Information Storage and nical University of Denmark (DTU) in Lyngby, Retrieval near Copenhagen; he was the founding director Discount group of the United Nations University International P Target groups Institute for Software Technology (UNU-IIST) Researchers and professionals in Macao during the 1990s; and a co-founder of VDM-Europe, which became Formal Methods Discount group Europe, an organisation that promotes the use of P formal methods.
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C. B. Jones, Newcastle University, UK; Z. Liu, W. Jonker, M. Petkovic, Philips Research Europe, L. Kang, Y. Liu, S. Zeng (Eds .) The United Nations University, Macao, China; Eindhoven, The Netherlands (Eds .) J. Woodcock, University of York, UK (Eds .) Advances in Computation and Secure Data Management Intelligence Theoretical Aspects of 4th VLDB Workshop, SDM 2007, Vienna, Computing – ICTAC 2007 Second International Symposium, ISICA Austria, September 23-24, 2007, Proceedings 2007, Wuhan, China, September 21-23, 2007, 4th International Colloquium, Macau, China, Proceedings September 26-28, 2007, Proceedings This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Third VLDB 2007 International Workshop on Secure Data Management, SDM 2007, held This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of in Vienna, Austria, September 23-24, 2007 in the Second International Symposium on the 4th International Colloquium on Theoretical conjunction with VLDB 2007. Intelligence Computation and Applications, ISICA Aspects of Computing, ICTAC 2007 held in The 11 revised full papers presented were carefully 2007, held in Wuhan, China, September 21-23, Macau, China in September 2007. reviewed and selected from 29 submissions. The 2007. The 29 revised full papers presented together papers are organized in topical sections on Access The 71 revised full papers were carefully reviewed with 3 invited talks and summaries of 2 tutorials Control, Database Security, Privacy Protection and and selected from nearly 1000 submissions. were carefully reviewed and selected from 69 Positon Papers. The topics include Evolutionary Computation, submissions. The aim of the colloquium is to Evolutionary learning, Neural Networks, Swarms, bring together practitioners and researchers from Fields of interest Pattern Recognition, Data Mining and others. academia, industry and government to present Database Management; Information Storage and research results, and exchange experience, ideas, Retrieval; Computer Communication Networks Fields of interest and solutions for their problems in theoretical Models and Principles; Artificial Intelligence (incl. aspects of computing such as automata theory Target groups Robotics) and formal languages, principles and semantics of Researchers and professionals programming languages, software architectures Target groups and their description languages, software specifica- Discount group Researchers and professionals tion, refinement, and verification, model checking P and theorem proving, real-time, embedded and Discount group hybrid systems, theory of parallel, distributed, and P internet-based (grid) computing, simulation and modeling, and service-oriented development.
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L. Kang, Y. Liu, The University of Aizu, Japan; S. Zeng, L. Kang, Queen’s University Belfast, UK; M. Fei, L. Kang, Queen’s University Belfast, UK; M. Fei, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, China (Eds .) Shanghai University, China; G. W. Irwin, Queen’s Shanghai University, China; G. W. Irwin, Queen’s University Belfast, UK; S. Ma, Shanghai University, University Belfast, UK; S. Ma, Shanghai University, Evolvable Systems: From China (Eds .) China (Eds .) Biology to Hardware Bio-Inspired Computational Life System Modeling and 7th International Conference, ICES 2007, Intelligence and Applications Simulation Wuhan, China, September 21-23, 2007, Proceedings International Conference on Life System International Conference on Life System Modeling, and Simulation, LSMS 2007, Modeling, and Simulation, LSMS 2007, Shanghai, China, September 14-17, 2007. Shanghai, China, September 14-17, 2007. Proceedings Proceedings This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Evolvable Systems, ICES 2007, held in Wuhan, China, in September 2007. The two volumes LNCS 4688 and LNBI 4689 The two volumes LNCS 4688 and LNBI 4689 The 41 revised full papers presented were carefully constitute the refereed proceedings of the Inter- constitute the refereed proceedings of the Inter- reviewed and selected from 123 submissions. national Conference on Life System Modeling and national Conference on Life System Modeling and The papers are organized in topical sections on Simulation, LSMS 2007, held in Shanghai, China, Simulation, LSMS 2007, held in Shanghai, China, digital hardware evolution, analog hardware evolu- in September 2007. in September 2007. tion, bio-inspired systems, mechanical hardware The 147 revised full papers were carefully reviewed The 147 revised full papers were carefully reviewed evolution, evolutionary design, evolutionary and selected from 1383 submissions. The 84 papers and selected from 1383 submissions. The 63 papers algorithms in hardware design, and hardware of LNCS 4688 are organized in topical sections on of LNCS 4689 are organized in topical sections on implementation of evolutionary algorithms. advanced neural network theory, algorithms and modeling and simulation of societies and collective application, advanced evolutionary computing behavior, computational methods and intelligence Fields of interest theory, algorithms and application, ant colonies in biomechanical systems, tissue engineering and Computation by Abstract Devices; Logic Design; and particle swarm optimization and application, clinical bioengineering, computational intelligence Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics) fuzzy, neural, fuzzy-neuro hybrids and application, in bioinformatics and biometrics, brain stimula- intelligent modeling, monitoring, and control of tion, neural dynamics and neural interfacing, Target groups complex nonlinear systems, as well as biomedical biological and biomedical data integration, mining Researchers and professionals signal processing, imaging and visualization. and visualization, computational methods and intelligence in organism modeling and biochemical Discount group Fields of interest networks and regulation, computational methods P Algorithm Analysis and Problem Complexity; and intelligence in modeling of molecular, cellular, Computation by Abstract Devices; Data Structures multi-cellular behavior and design of synthetic biological systems, and others. Target groups Researchers and professionals Fields of interest Algorithm Analysis and Problem Complexity; Discount group Computation by Abstract Devices; Data Structures P Target groups Researchers and professionals
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M. Y. Kao (Ed .) M. Klusch, K. Hindriks, M. P. Papazoglou, L. Sterling J. Knowles, University of Manchester, UK; D. Corne, (Eds .) Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, UK; K. Deb, Indian Encyclopedia of Algorithms Institute of Technology, Kanpur, India (Eds .) Cooperative Information Multiobjective Problem The Encyclopedia of Algorithms will provide Agents XI a comprehensive set of solutions to important 11th International Workshop, Solving from Nature algorithmic problems for students and researchers CIA 2007, Delft, The Netherlands, From Concepts to Applications interested in quickly locating useful informa- September 19-21, 2007, Proceedings tion. The first edition of the reference will focus on high-impact solutions from the most recent Multiobjective problems involve several competing decade; later editions will widen the scope of the measures of solution quality, and multiobjective work. This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of evolutionary algorithms (MOEAs) and multiob- Nearly 500 entries will be organized alphabetically the 11th International Workshop on Cooperative jective problem solving have become important by problem, with subentries allowing for distinct Information Agents, CIA 2007, held in Delft, The topics of research in the evolutionary computa- solutions and special cases to be listed by the year. Netherlands, September 19-21, 2007. tion community over the past 10 years. This is an The 19 revised full papers presented together advanced text aimed at researchers and practitio- Fields of interest with 4 invited papers were carefully reviewed and ners in the area of search and optimization. Algorithm Analysis and Problem Complexity; selected from 38 submissions. The papers are orga- The book focuses on how MOEAs and related Theory of Computation; Algorithms nized in topical sections on Information Search techniques can be used to solve problems, particu- and Processing, Applications, Rational Coopera- larly in the disciplines of science and engineering. Target groups tion, Interaction and Cooperation and Trust. Contributions by leading researchers deal with Computer scientists working in a wide range of the concepts of problem, solution, objective, areas such as Bioinformatics, Cryptography, Data Fields of interest constraint, utility and preference, and show how Compression, Medical Informatics, Network and Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Information these concepts are being investigated in current Communication Protocols, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Applications (incl. Internet) practice. The book is distinguished from other and Pattern Recognition; scholars, students, texts on MOEAs in that it is not primarily about and professionals who work in fields such as Target groups the algorithms, nor specific applications, but about mathematics, statistics, computational biology, Researchers and professionals the concepts and processes involved in solving economics, finance and stochastics, medical infor- problems using a multiobjective approach. matics, data mining, industrial engineering, and Discount group decision science P Contents Introduction.- Fundamentals.- Connections to Discount group Nature.- Formulating a Problem.- Single-Objec- P tive Problems.- Dealing with Many Objectives.- Applications.- Conclusions.- MOEA: Triumph of Natural Computing.- References.- Index.
Fields of interest Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Optimiza- tion; Engineering Design
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J. N. Kok, J. Koronacki, R. Lopez de Mantaras, J. N. Kok, J. Koronacki, R. Lopez de Mantaras, B. Konev, F. Wolter, University of Liverpool, UK (Eds .) S. Matwin, D. Mladenic, A. Skowron (Eds .) S. Matwin, D. Mladenic, A. Skowron (Eds .) Frontiers of Combining Machine Learning: ECML 2007 Knowledge Discovery in Systems 18th European Conference on Machine Databases: PKDD 2007 6th International Symposium, FroCoS 2007, Learning, Warsaw, Poland, 11th European Conference on Liverpool, UK, September 10-12, 2007. September 17-21, 2007, Proceedings Principles and Practice of Knowledge Proceedings Discovery in Databases, Warsaw, Poland, September 17-21, 2007, Proceedings This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th European Conference on Machine This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of Learning, ECML 2007, held in Warsaw, Poland, the 6th International Symposium on Frontiers of September 17-21, 2007, jointly with PKDD 2007. This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of Combining Systems, FroCoS 2007, held in Liver- The 41 revised full papers and 37 revised short the 11th European Conference on Principles and pool, UK, September 10-12, 2007. papers presented together with abstracts of 4 Practice of Knowledge Discovery in Databases, The 14 revised full papers presented were carefully invited talks were carefully reviewed and selected PKDD 2007, held in Warsaw, Poland, in September reviewed and selected. The papers are organized in from 592 abstracts submitted to both, ECML 2007, co-located with ECML 2007, the 18th Euro- topical sections on combinations of logics, theo- and PKDD. The papers present a wealth of new pean Conference on Machine Learning. ries, and decision procedures; constraint solving results in the area and address all current issues in The 28 revised full papers and 35 revised short and programming; combination issues in rewriting machine learning. papers presented together with abstracts of 4 and programming as well as in logical frameworks invited talks were carefully reviewed and selected and theorem proving systems. Fields of interest from 592 papers submitted to both, ECML and Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Algorithm PKDD. The papers present original results on Fields of interest Analysis and Problem Complexity; Mathematical leading-edge subjects of knowledge discovery from Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Mathemat- Logic and Formal Languages conventional and complex data and address all ical Logic and Formal Languages; Programming current issues in the area. Techniques Target groups Researchers and professionals Fields of interest Target groups Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Database Researchers and professionals Discount group Management; Information Storage and Retrieval P Discount group Target groups P Researchers and professionals
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Y. Koucheryavy, J. Harju, A. Sayenko (Eds .) L. Kovács, Hungarian Academy of Sciences, Buda- D. Kragic, Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, pest, Hungary; N. Fuhr, University of Duisburg-Essen, Sweden; V. Kyrki, Lappeenranta University of Tech- Next Generation Teletraffic Germany; C. Meghini, Consiglio Nazionale delle nology, Lappeenranta, Finland (Eds .) Ricerche (CNR), Pisa . Italy (Eds .) and Wired/Wireless Advanced Unifying Perspectives in Networking Research and Advanced Computational and Robot 7th International Conference, NEW2AN 2007, Technology for Digital Vision St. Petersburg, Russia, September 10-14, Libraries 2007, Proceedings 11th European Conference, ECDL 2007, Budapest, Hungary, September 16-21, 2007, Currently there is a gap between the research conducted in computer vision and robotics Proceedings This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of communities. There are many characteristics in the 7th International Conference on Next Genera- common in computer vision research and vision tion Teletraffic and Wired/Wireless Advanced research in robotics. Despite having these common Networking, NEW2AN 2007, held in St. Peters- This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of interests, however, “pure” computer vision has burg, Russia in September 10-14, 2007. the 10th European Conference on Research and seen significant theoretical and methodological The 39 revised full papers presented were care- Advanced Technology for Digital Libraries, ECDL advances during the last decade which many of the fully reviewed and selected from a total of 113 2007, held in Budapest, Hungary, in September robotics researchers are not fully aware of. On the submissions. The papers are organized in topical 2007. other hand, the manipulation and control capabili- sections on teletraffic, traffic characterization and The 36 revised full papers presented together with ties of robots as well as the range of application modeling, 3G/UMTS, sensor networks, WLAN, the extended abstracts of 38 revised poster and areas have developed greatly. In robotics, vision QoS, MANETs, lower layer techniques, PAN tech- demo papers were carefully reviewed and selected can not be considered an isolated component, nologies, and TCP. from a total of 153 submissions. The papers are but it is instead a part of a system resulting in an organized in topical sections on ontologies, digital action. Thus, in robotics the vision research must Fields of interest libraries and the web, models, multimedia and include consideration of the control of the system, Computer Communication Networks; System multilingual DLs, grid and peer-to-peer, preserva- in other words, the entire perception-action loop. Performance and Evaluation; Information Systems tion, user interfaces, document linking, informa- This requires that a holistic system approach is Applications (incl. Internet) tion retrieval, personal information management, useful and could provide significant advances in new DL applications, and user studies. this application domain. Target groups Researchers and professionals Fields of interest Features Information Storage and Retrieval; Database 7 Demonstrates state of the art in applying Discount group Management; Information Systems Applications computer vision in robotics 7 Discusses P (incl. Internet) contrasting viewpoints of computer vision vs robotics 7 Provides current and future challenges Target groups discussed from research perspective 7 Covers Researchers and professionals vision considered as a component of an action generating intelligent system Discount group P From the contents Part Based People Detection on A Mobile Robot.- Model-Based 3-D Pose Estimation and Feature Tracking for Robot Assisted Surgery with Medical Imaging.- Reasoning and Vision.- Image- Based Visual Servoing with Extra Task Related Constraints in A General Framework for Sensor- Based Robot Systems.
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B. Krämer, FernUniversität Hagen, Germany; K. Lin, E. Kranakis, Carleton University, Ottawa, ON, Canada; J. Krumm, G. D. Abowd, A. Seneviratne, T. Strang University of California, USA; P. Narasimhan, Carn- J. Opatrny, Concordia University, Montreal, OC, (Eds .) egie Mellon University, USA (Eds .) Canada (Eds .) UbiComp 2007: Ubiquitous Service-Oriented Computing – Ad-Hoc, Mobile, and Wireless Computing ICSOC 2007 Networks 9th International Conference, UbiComp 2007, Fifth International Conference, Vienna, 6th International Conference, Innsbruck, Austria, September 16-19, 2007, Austria, September 17-20, 2007, Proceedings ADHOC-NOW 2007, Morelia, Mexico, Proceedings September 24-26, 2007, Proceedings
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Service- This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of Oriented Computing, ICSOC 2007, held in This book constitutes the refereed proceedings the 9th International Conference on Ubiquitous Vienna, Austria, September 17-20, 2007. of the 6th International Conference on Ad-Hoc Computing, UbiComp 2007, held in Innsbruck, The 30 revised full papers and 14 short papers Networks and Wireless, ADHOC-NOW 2007, held Austria, in September 2007. presented were carefully reviewed and selected in Morelia, Mexico, in September 2007. The 29 revised full papers presented were carefully from 139 submissions. The papers are organized in The 21 revised full papers were carefully reviewed reviewed and selected from 150 submissions. The topical sections on Service Deployment, Business and selected from 50 submissions. The papers are papers address all current issues in the area of Process Design, Service Discovery, Quality of organized in topical sections on routing, topology ubiquitous, pervasive and handheld computing Service Support, Testing and Validation, Service control, security and privacy, protocols, as well as systems and their applications including topics Assembly, Service Properties, Service Modeling, quality of service and performance. like: tools and techniques for designing, imple- SOA Composition/Experience/Runtime/Gover- menting, and evaluating ubiquitous computing nance and QoS and Composite Service Support. Fields of interest systems, mobile, wireless, and ad hoc networking Computer Communication Networks; Software infrastructures for ubiquitous computing, labora- Fields of interest Engineering; Information Systems Applications tory and in situ studies of ubiquitous computing Computer Communication Networks; Information (incl. Internet) technologies in use, location-aware and context- Systems Applications (incl. Internet); Information based systems for ubiquitous computing, privacy, Storage and Retrieval Target groups security, and trust in ubiquitous and pervasive Researchers and professionals systems. Target groups Researchers and professionals Discount group Fields of interest P Computer Communication Networks; Software Discount group Engineering P Target groups Researchers and professionals
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L. Kucera, A. Kucera (Eds .) S. Lee, Korea University, Seoul; S. Z. Li, Chinese Y. Li, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, USA; Academy of Sciences, Beijing (Eds .) M. T. Thai, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, Mathematical Foundations of USA; W. Wu, University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, Computer Science 2007 Advances in Biometrics TX, USA (Eds .) 32nd International Symposium, International Conference, ICB 2007, Seoul, Wireless Sensor Networks and Korea, August 27-29, 2007, Proceedings MFCS 2007 Ceský Krumlov, Czech Republic, Applications August 26-31, 2007, Proceedings
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the International Conference on Biometrics, ICB Wireless sensor networks are currently being This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of 2007, held in Seoul, Korea, August 27-29, 2007. employed in a variety of applications ranging from the 32nd International Symposium on Math- The 34 revised full papers presented were carefully medical to military, and from home to industry. ematical Foundations of Computer Science, MFCS reviewed and selected from 303 submissions. Wireless Sensor Networks and Applications aims 2007, held in Ceský Krumlov, Czech Republic, Biometric criteria covered by the papers are to provide a reference tool for the increasing August 26-31, 2007. assigned to face, fingerprint, iris, speech and signa- number of scientists who depend upon sensor The 61 revised full papers presented together with ture, biometric fusion and performance evaluation, networks in some way. The topics covered include the full papers or abstracts of 5 invited talks were gait, keystrokes, and others. In addition the results network design and modeling, network manage- carefully reviewed and selected from 167 submis- of the Face Authentication Competition (FAC ment, data management, security and applica- sions. All current aspects in theoretical computer 2006) are also announced in this volume. tions. The topic covered in each chapter is given science and its mathematical foundations are expository but also scholarly treatment, covering addressed, ranging from algorithms and data Fields of interest the history of the topic, reviewing state-of-the- structures, to complexity, automata, semantics, Pattern Recognition; Image Processing; Computers art thinking relative to the topic, and discussing logic, formal specifications, models of computa- and Society currently unsolved problems of special interest. tion, concurrency theory, computational geometry, parallel and distributed computing, networks, Target groups Features bioinformatics, quantum computing, cryptog- Researchers and professionals 7 Contains the most current techniques and raphy, knowledge-based systems, and artificial advances in sensor networks intelligence. Discount group P From the contents Fields of interest Contributing Authors.- Preface.- I. Network Algorithm Analysis and Problem Complexity; Design and Network Modelling.- 1. A Taxonomy- Computation by Abstract Devices; Discrete Math- based Approach to Design Large-scale Sensor ematics in Computer Science Networks.- 2. Algorithms for Robotic Deployment of WSN in Adaptive Sampling Applications.- Target groups 3. A Scalable Graph Model and Coordination Researchers and professionals Algorithms for Mobile Sensor Networks.- II. Network Management.- 4. Medium Access Control Discount group Protocols for Wireless Sensor Networks.- P 5. Topology Control for Wireless Sensor Networks.- 6. Boundary Detection for Sensor Networks.- 7. TPSS: A Time-based Positioning Scheme for Sensor Networks with Short Range Beacons.- 8. Wakeup Strategies in Wireless Sensor Networks.- 9. Time-Synchronization Challenges and Techniques.
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K. Li, C. Jesshope, H. Jin, J. Gaudiot (Eds .) Y. Luo, University of Balearic Islands, Spain (Ed .) L. Ma, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China; M. Rauterberg, TU Eindhoven, The Netherlands; Network and Parallel Cooperative Design, R. Nakatsu, Kwansei Gakuin University, Japan (Eds .) Computing Visualitation and Engineering Entertainment Computing – IFIP International Conference, NPC 2007, 4th International Conference, CDVE 2007, ICEC 2007 Dalian, China, September 18-21, 2007, Shanghai,China, September 16-20, 2007 Proceedings 6th International Conference, Shanghai, China, September 15-17, 2007, Proceedings
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Cooperative the IFIP International Conference on Network and Design, Visualization, and Engineering, CDVE This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of Parallel Computing, NPC 2007, held in Dalian, 2007, held in Shanghai, China, September 16-20, the 6th International Conference on Entertainment China in September 2007. 2007. Computing, ICEC 2007, held in Shanghai, China, The 53 revised full papers presented were care- The papers presented were carefully reviewed and in September 2007, under the auspices of IFIP. fully selected from over 600 submissions. The selected from numerous submissions. The papers The 48 revised full papers and 16 poster papers papers are organized in topical sections on cover all current issues in cooperative design, presented were carefully reviewed and selected network applications: cluster and grid computing, visualization, and engineering, ranging from from numerous submissions for inclusion in the internet computing, optical networks, peer-to- theoretical and methodological topics to various book. The papers are organized in topical sections peer computing, ubiquitous computing, wireless systems and frameworks to applications in a on augmented, virtual and mixed reality, computer computing; network technologies: communica- variety of fields. games, image processing, mesh and modeling, tion technology, network algorithms, network digital storytelling and interactive systems, reliability, security, and dependability, network Fields of interest sound, music and creative environments, video storage; network and parallel architectures: User Interfaces and Human Computer Interaction; processing, rendering, computer animation and multicore design issues, network and interconnect Information Systems Applications (incl. Internet); networks, game based interfaces, as well as robots architecture, nontraditional processor tech- Computer Communication Networks and cyber pets. nologies, performance modeling and evaluation, system design issues for low power and energy effi- Target groups Fields of interest ciency; as well as parallel and distributed software: Researchers and professionals User Interfaces and Human Computer Interaction; data mining, parallel programming tools, models, Information Systems Applications (incl. Internet); languages and compilers. Discount group Multimedia Information Systems P Fields of interest Target groups Computer Communication Networks; Algorithm Researchers and professionals Analysis and Problem Complexity; Software Engineering Discount group P Target groups Researchers and professionals
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J. Marques de Sá, University of Porto, Portugal; J. Marques de Sá, University of Porto, Portugal; V. Matoušek, University of Pilsen, Czech Republic; L. A. Alexandre, University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, L. A. Alexandre, University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, P. Mautner (Eds .) Portugal; W. Duch, Nicolaus Copernicus University, Portugal; W. Duch, Nicolaus Copernicus University, Torun, Poland; D. Mandic, Imperial College, London, Torun, Poland; D. Mandic, Imperial College, London, Text, Speech and Dialogue UK (Eds .) UK (Eds .) 10th International Conference, TSD 2007, Artificial Neural Networks – Artificial Neural Networks – Pilsen, Czech Republic, September 3-7, 2007, ICANN 2007 ICANN 2007 Proceedings 17th International Conference, Porto, 17th International Conference, Porto, Portugal, September 9-13, 2007, Portugal, September 9-13, 2007, This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of Proceedings, Part I Proceedings, Part II the 10th International Conference on Text, Speech and Dialogue, TSD 2007, held in Pilsen, Czech Republic, September 3-7, 2007. The 80 revised full papers presented together This two volume set LNCS 4668 and LNCS 4669 This two volume set LNCS 4668 and LNCS 4669 with 4 invited papers were carefully reviewed and constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 17th constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 17th selected from 198 submissions. The papers present International Conference on Artificial Neural International Conference on Artificial Neural a wealth of state-of-the-art research results in Networks, ICANN 2007, held in Porto, Portugal, Networks, ICANN 2007, held in Porto, Portugal, the field of natural language processing with an in September 2007. in September 2007. emphasis on text, speech, and spoken dialogue The 197 revised full papers presented were care- The 197 revised full papers presented were care- ranging from theoretical and methodological fully reviewed and selected from 376 submissions. fully reviewed and selected from 376 submissions. issues to applications in various fields and with The 98 papers of the first volume are organized The second volume contains 99 contributions special focus on corpora, texts and transcription, in topical sections on learning theory, advances related to computational neuroscience, neurocog- speech analysis, recognition and synthesis, as well in neural network learning methods, ensemble nitive studies, applications in biomedicine and as their intertwining within NL dialogue systems. learning, spiking neural networks, advances in bioinformatics, pattern recognition, data clus- neural network architectures neural network tech- tering, self-organization, text mining and internet Fields of interest nologies, neural dynamics and complex systems, applications, signal and times series processing, Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Information data analysis, estimation, spatial and spatio- vision and image processing, robotics, control, Storage and Retrieval temporal learning, evolutionary computing, meta real world applications, independent component learning, agents learning, complex-valued neural analysis, graphs, emotion and attention: empirical Target groups networks, as well as temporal synchronization and findings and neural models, as well as under- Researchers and professionals nonlinear dynamics in neural networks. standing and creating cognitive systems. Discount group Fields of interest Fields of interest P Computation by Abstract Devices; Artificial Intel- Computation by Abstract Devices; Artificial Intel- ligence (incl. Robotics); Pattern Recognition ligence (incl. Robotics); Pattern Recognition
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U. Monatanari, University of Pisa, Italy; D. Sannella, P. Noriega, J. Vázquez-Salceda, G. Boella, O. Bois- F. Oquendo (Ed .) University of Edinburgh, UK; R. Bruni, University of sier, V. Dignum, N. Fornara, E. Matson (Eds .) Pisa, Italy (Eds .) Software Architecture Coordination, Organizations, Trustworthy Global First European Conference, ECSA 2007, Institutions, and Norms in Madrid, Spain, September 24-26, 2007, Computing Agent Systems II Proceedings Second Symposium, TGC 2006, Lucca, Italy, AAMAS 2006 and ECAI 2006 International November 7-9, 2006, Revised Selected Papers Workshops, COIN 2006, Hakodate, Japan, This book constitutes the refereed proceedings May 9, 2006 Riva del Garda, Italy, of the First European Conference on Software August 28, 2006, Revised Selected Papers Architecture, ECSA 2007, held in Aranjuez, Spain, This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed September 24-26, 2007. post-proceedings of the Second Symposium on The 12 revised long papers presented together with Trustworthy Global Computing, TGC 2006, held This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed 4 short papers were carefully reviewed and selected in Lucca, Italy, in November 2006. post-proceedings of the International Workshop from 62 submissions. Topics include description The 14 revised papers presented together with on Coordination, Organization, Institutions and languages and metamodels, architecture-based 2 keynote lectures were carefully reviewed and Norms in Agent Systems, COIN 2006, held as two code generation, run-time monitoring, require- selected from 32 submissions. The papers are events at AAMAS 2006, the 5th International Joint ments engineering, service-oriented architectures, organized in topical sections on types to discipline Conference on Autonomous Agents and Multia- aspect-oriented software architectures, ontology- interactions, calculi for distributed systems, flex- gent Systems in Hakodate, Japan, and ECAI 2006, based approaches, autonomic systems, middleware ible modeling, algorithms and systems for global the 17th European Conference on Artificial Intel- and web services. computing, as well as security, anonymity and type ligence in Riva del Garda, Italy. safety. The book starts off with activity reviews This volume is the second in a series focussing on Fields of interest of four FP6 programmes of the European Union: issues in Coordination, Organizations, Institutions Software Engineering/Programming and Oper- Aeolus, Mobius, Sensoria, and Catnets. and Norms (COIN) in multi-agent systems. The ating Systems; Software Engineering; Models and 23 papers in this volume are extended, revised Principles Fields of interest versions of papers presented at the two workshops Software Engineering; Computer Communication that were carefully selected during two rounds Target groups Networks; Programming Techniques of reviewing and improvement. The papers are Researchers and professionals organized in topical sections on modelling and Target groups analyzing organizations, modelling and analyzing Discount group Researchers and professionals institutions, normative models and issues, norm P evolution and dynamics, as well as autonomy, Discount group coordination and social order. P Fields of interest Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Software Engineering; Logics and Meanings of Programs
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P. Paillier, Gemalto, FR; I. Verbauwhede, KUL, A. Paiva, R. Prada, R. W. Picard (Eds .) C. Pelachaud, J. Martin, E. André, G. Chollet, Belgium (Eds .) K. Karpouzis, D. Pelé (Eds .) Affective Computing and Cryptographic Hardware and Intelligent Interaction Intelligent Virtual Agents Embedded Systems – CHES Second International Conference, ACII 2007, 7th International Working Conference, IVA 2007 Lisbon, Portugal, September 12-14, 2007, 2007, Paris, France, September 17-19, 2007, Proceedings 9th International Workshop, Vienna, Austria, Proceedings Speptember 10-13, 2007, Proceedings This book constitutes the refereed proceedings This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of of the 7th International Workshop on Intelligent This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Second International Conference on Affective Virtual Agents, IVA 2007, held in Paris, France, the 9th International Workshop on Cryptographic Computing and Intelligent Interaction, ACII 2007, September 17-19, 2007. Hardware and Embedded Systems, CHES 2007, held in Lisbon, Portugal, in September 2007. The 19 revised full papers and 12 revised short held in Vienna, Austria, September 10-13, 2007. The 57 revised full papers and 4 revised short papers presented together with 5 invited talks and The 31 revised full papers were carefully reviewed papers presented together with the extended the abstracts of 32 poster papers were carefully and selected from 99 submissions. The papers are abstracts of 33 poster papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 100 submissions. organized in topical sections on side channels, low reviewed and selected from 151 submissions. The The papers are organized in topical sections on resources, hardware attacks and countermeasures, papers are organized in topical sections on affec- Rendering and Analysis, Culture and Identity, special purpose hardware, efficient algorithms for tive facial expression and recognition, affective Behavior Models, Feedback Models, Dialogues, embedded processors, side channels, hardware body expression and recognition, affective speech Applications, Evaluation, Gaze models and attacks and countermeasures, efficient hardware, processing, affective text and dialogue processing, Emotions. trusted computing, side channels, hardware attacks recognising affect using physiological measures, and countermeasures, as well as efficient hardware. computational models of emotion and theoretical Fields of interest foundations, affective databases, annotations, Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); User Inter- Fields of interest tools and languages, affective sound and music faces and Human Computer Interaction; Informa- Data Encryption; Computer Communication processing, affective interactions: systems and tion Systems Applications (incl. Internet) Networks; Special Purpose and Application-Based applications, as well as evaluating affective systems. Systems Target groups Fields of interest Researchers and professionals Target groups Image Processing; Pattern Recognition; Computer Researchers and professionals Imaging, Graphics and Computer Vision Discount group P Discount group Target groups P Researchers and professionals
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A. Pelc, University of Quebec, Canada (Ed .) C. Peters, P. Clough, F. C. Gey, J. Karlgren, P. Petta, Medizinische Universität Wien, Austria; B. Magnini, D. W. Oard, M. de Rijke, J. P. Müller, Technische Universität Clausthal, Distributed Computing M. Stempfhuber (Eds .) Germany; M. Klusch, DFKI, Saarbrücken, Germany; M. Georgeff, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, 21st International Symposium, DISC 2007, Evaluation of Multilingual Australia (Eds .) Lemesos, Cyprus, September 24-26, 2007, Proceedings and Multi-modal Information Multiagent System Retrieval Technologies 7th Workshop of the Cross-Language 5th German Conference, MATES 2007, This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of Evaluation Forum, CLEF 2006, the 21st International Symposium on Distributed Leipzig, Germany, September 24-26, 2007, Alicante, Spain, September 20-22, 2006, Computing, DISC 2007, held in Lemesos, Cyprus, Proceedings in September 2007. Revised Selected Papers The 32 revised full papers, selected from 100 submissions, are presented together with abstracts of 3 invited papers and 9 brief announcements This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of ongoing works; all of them were carefully postproceedings of the 7th Workshop of the Cross- of the 5th German Conference on Multiagent selected for inclusion in the book. The papers Language Evaluation Forum, CLEF 2006, held in Systems Technologies, MATES 2007, held in cover all current issues in distributed computing Alicante, Spain, September 20-22, 2006. Leipzig, Germany, in September 2007, co-located - theory, design, analysis, implementation, and The revised papers presented together with an with NetObjectDays (NODe 2007). application of distributed systems and networks introduction were carefully reviewed and selected The 17 revised full papers presented were carefully - ranging from foundational and theoretical topics for inclusion in the book. The papers are organized reviewed and selected from 27 submissions. The to algorithms and systems issues and to applica- in topical sections on Multilingual Textual Docu- papers are organized in topical sections on engi- tions in various fields. This volume concludes with ment Retrieval, Domain-Specifig Information neering multi-agent systems, multi-agent planning a section devoted to the 20th anniversary of the Retrieval, i-CLEF, QA@CLEF, ImageCLEF, CLSR, and learning, multi-agent communication, inter- DISC conferences that took place during DISC WebCLEF and GeoCLEF. action, and coordination, multi-agent resource 2006, held in Stockholm, Sweden, in September allocation, multi-agent planning and simulation, as 2006. Fields of interest well as trust and reputation. Information Storage and Retrieval; Artificial Fields of interest Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Information Systems Fields of interest Computer Communication Networks; Algorithm Applications (incl. Internet) Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Computer Analysis and Problem Complexity; Programming Communication Networks; Software Engineering Techniques Target groups Researchers and professionals Target groups Target groups Researchers and professionals Researchers and professionals Discount group P Discount group Discount group P P
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H. Prade, Université Paul Sabatier, Toulouse, France; G. Psailla, Universita di Bergamo, Dalmine, Italy; J. C. Rajapakse, Nanyang Technological University, V. Subrahmanian, University of Maryland, Collgege R. Wagner, University of Linz, Austria (Eds .) Singapore; B. Schmidt, University of New South Park, MD, USA (Eds .) Wales Asia, Singapore; G. Volkert, Kent State Univer- E-Commerce and Web sity, New Philadelphia, OH, USA (Eds .) Scalable Uncertainty Technologies Management Pattern Recognition in 8th International Conference, EC-Web 2007, Bioinformatics First International Conference, SUM 2007, Regensburg, Germany, September 3-7, 2007, Washington, DC, USA, October 10-12, 2007, Proceedings Second IAPR International Workshop, Proceedings PRIB 2007, Singapore, October 1-2, 2007, Proceedings
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of This book constitutes the refereed proceedings the 8th International Conference on Electronic of the First International Conference on Scalable Commerce and Web Technologies, EC-Web 2007, This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of Uncertainty Management, SUM 2007, held in held in Regensburg, Germany, September 3-7, the International Workshop on Pattern Recogni- Washington, DC, USA, in Oktober 2007. 2007 in conjunction with Dexa 2007. tion in Bioinformatics, PRIB 2007, held in Singa- The 20 revised full papers presented were carefully The 22 revised full papers presented were carefully pore in October 2007. reviewed and selected from numerous submissions reviewed and selected from 67 submissions. The The 38 revised full papers presented were carefully for inclusion in the book. The papers address arti- papers are organized in topical sections on recom- reviewed and selected from 125 submissions. The ficial intelligence researchers, database researchers, mender systems, business process / design aspects, papers discuss the applications of pattern recogni- and practitioners to demonstrate theoretical tech- mobile commerce, security and e-payment, Web tion methods in the field of bioinformatics to solve niques required to manage the uncertainty that services computing / semantic Web, e-negotiation problems in life sciences. The papers are organized arises in large scale real world applications. The and agent mediated systems, and issues in Web in 6 topical parts on sequence analysis, prediction papers deal with the following topics: uncertainty advertising. of protein structure, interaction and localization, models, probabilistic logics, fuzzy logics, and gene expression analysis, pathway analysis, medical annotated logics, inconsistency logics, database Fields of interest informatics, and bioimaging. algebras and calculi, scalable database systems, Information Systems Applications (incl. Internet); spatial, temporal, mobile and multimedia data- Computers and Society; Computer Appl. in Fields of interest bases, as well as implementations, and applications. Administrative Data Processing Database Management; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics) Fields of interest Target groups Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Mathemat- Researchers and professionals Target groups ical Logic and Formal Languages Researchers and professionals Discount group Target groups P Discount group Researchers and professionals P
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J. Romero, University of A Coruña, Spain; B. Rosenhahn, Max-Planck Institute, Saarbrücken, F. Saglietti, N. Oster, Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, P. Machado, University of Coimbra, Portugal (Eds .) Germany; R. Klette, The University of Auckland, New Germany (Eds .) Zealand; D. Metaxas, Rutgers University, NJ, USA The Art of Artificial Evolution (Eds .) Computer Safety, Reliability, A Handbook on Evolutionary Art and Music Human Motion and Security 26th International Conference, Understanding, Modelling, Capture and SAFECOMP 2007, Nurmberg, Germany, Animation While improvements in computer performance September 18-21, 2007, Proceedings are dramatically changing the computer-generated art industry, scientists in natural computing have teamed up with artists to examine how bioinspired The study of human motion dates back more systems can influence art, technology and even than 2000 years. With the event of informa- This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of aesthetic appreciation. tion technology, new areas have been added to the 26th International Conference on Computer This comprehensive book gives an up-to-date this field. Research using computer vision and Safety, Reliability, and Security, SAFECOMP 2007, survey of the relevant biocomputing research computer graphics contributes to a transformation held in Nuremberg, Germany, in September 2007. fields, and examines applications in art, music of biomechanics into a discipline that now applies The 33 revised full papers and 16 short papers and design. The editors and contributors are computing technology throughout; on the other presented were carefully reviewed and selected researchers and artists with deep experience of hand, computer vision and computer graphics from 136 submissions. The papers are organized in the related science, tools and applications, and the also benefit from defining goals aimed at solving topical sections on safety cases, impact of security book includes overviews of historical develop- problems in biomechanics. Besides interactions, on safety, fault tree analysis, safety analysis, secu- ments and future perspectives. all three areas also developed their own inherent rity aspects, verification and validation, platform The book will be of interest to computer scien- research dynamics towards studying human reliability, reliability evaluation, formal methods, tists and artists engaged with natural computing motion. static code analysis, safety-related architectures. techniques applied to art, music and design. The Researchers from all three of these areas have accompanying DVD contains image, video and contributed to this book to promote the estab- Fields of interest music samples, as well as source code and demon- lishment of human motion research as a multi- Software Engineering/Programming and Oper- strations, providing a good starting point for facetted discipline and to improve the exchange ating Systems; Coding and Information Theory; beginners. The book is supported with a dedicated of ideas and concepts between these three areas. Special Purpose and Application-Based Systems website. Some chapters review the state of the art whilst others report on leading edge research results, with Target groups Features applications in medicine, sport science, cinematog- Researchers and professionals 7 Apart from conference proceedings, there is raphy and robotics. no up-to-date title dealing with the full range of Discount group bioinspired techniques in art and music, and these Features P editors are uniquely well qualified to assemble the 7 First book which informs about recent progress best author team for this subject, having chaired in biomechanics, computer vision and computer the EVOMUSART workshop at the largest Euro- graphics – all in one volume 7 Carefully written pean natural computing event for the last 3 years reviews as well as detailed reports on recent prog- ress in research 7 Interesting demonstrations of From the contents recent applications of human motion studies Part I - Fundamentals.- Introduction.- Evolu- tionary Music.- Evolutionary Art.- Historical Fields of interest Perspective.- Part II - Evolutionary Music.- Inter- Computer Imaging, Graphics and Computer active Evolutionary Music.- Cellular Automata, Vision; Image Processing; Human Physiology Artificial Life and Music.- Self-organised Music.- Part III - Evolutionary Art, Video and Design.- Target groups Interactive Evolutionary Art.- Electric Sheep.- Researchers or students in biomechanics, computer Creative Evolutionary Design Tools. vision or computer graphics (in a general sense, not only those working immediately on human Fields of interest motion), people applying results of human motion Computer Appl. in Arts and Humanities; Arts; research in their disciplines, and a general audi- Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics) ence interested in progress in science
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D. Salomon, California State University, Northridge, K. Schneider, J. Brandt, TU Kaiserslautern, Germany I. Y. Song, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA, USA; CA, USA (Eds .) J. Eder, University of Vienna, Austria; T. M. Nguyen, Vienna Universityof Technology, Austrial (Eds .) A Concise Introduction to Theorem Proving in Higher Data Compression Order Logics Data Warehousing and 20th International Conference, Knowledge Discovery TPHOLs 2007, Kaiserslautern, Germany, 9th International Conference, Compression is an option naturally selected when September 10-13, 2007, Proceedings DaWaK 2007, Regensburg, Germany, faced with problems of high costs or restricted September 3-7, 2007, Proceedings space. This book offers readers a succinct and reader-friendly foundation to the most important topics in the field of data compression. This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of Divided into two parts, Part I presents the basic the 20th International Conference on Theorem This book constitutes the refereed proceedings approaches to data compression and describes Proving in Higher Order Logics, TPHOLs 2007, of the 8th International Conference on Data a few popular techniques and methods that are held in Kaiserslautern, Germany, in September Warehousing and Knowledge Discovery, DaWak commonly used to compress data. The reader 2007. 2007, held in Regensburg, Germany, September discovers essential concepts, such as variable- The 21 revised full papers presented together with 3-7, 2007. length and prefix codes, statistical distribution and 5 proof pearls (concise and elegant presentations of The 44 revised full papers presented were carefully run-length codes. Part II concentrates on advanced interesting examples) and the abstracts of 3 invited reviewed and selected from 150 submissions. The techniques, such as arithmetic coding, orthogonal papers were carefully reviewed and selected from papers are organized in topical sections on ETL transforms, subband transforms and Burrows- 52 submissions. Among the topics of this volume processing, materialized view, multidimensional Wheeler transform. are formal semantics of specification, modelling, design, OLAP and multidimensional model, Complete and clear, this book will be the perfect and programming languages, specification and cubes processing, data warehouse applications, reference for advanced undergraduates in verification of hardware and software, formalisa- mining techniques, frequent itemsets, mining computer science and requires a minimum of tion of mathematical theories, advances in theorem data streams, ontology-based mining, clustering, mathematics. An author-maintained website prover technology, as well as industrial application advanced mining techniques, association rules, provides readers with errata and auxiliary material. of theorem provers. miscellaneous applications, and classification.
Features Fields of interest Fields of interest 7 The author is experienced and has authored the Mathematical Logic and Formal Languages; Logics Database Management; ; Information Systems very successful Data Compression: The Complete and Meanings of Programs; Software Engineering Applications (incl. Internet) Guide, Fourth Edition 7 Clear, reader-friendly style 7 The required level of mathematics is Target groups Target groups minimal 7 Specifically written for undergradu- Researchers and professionals Researchers and professionals ates, to cover foundations of Data Compression 7 An author-maintained website, containing Discount group Discount group errata and auxiliary material complements the P P book
Contents Preface.- Introduction.- Part I: Basic Concepts.- Approaches to Compression.- Huffman coding.- Dictionary methods.- Part II: Advanced Techniques.- Arithmetic Coding.- Image Compres- sion.- Audio Compression.- Other Methods.- Bibliography.- Glosary.- Solutions to Puzzles.- Answers to Exercises.- Index.
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S. Spaccapietra, P. Atzeni, F. Fages, M. Hacid, I. Stojmenovic, R. K. Thulasiram, L. T. Yang, W. Jia, S. Takahashi, Waseda University, Tokyo, Japan; M. Kifer, J. Mylopoulos, B. Pernici, P. Shvaiko, M. Guo, R. F. de Mello (Eds .) D. Sallach, Argonne National Laboratory, Argonne, IL, J. Trujillo, I. Zaihrayeu (Eds .) USA; J. Rouchier, GREQAM, Marseille, France (Eds .) Parallel and Distributed Journal on Data Semantics IX Processing and Applications Advancing Social Simulation 5th International Symposium, ISPA 2007, The First World Congress Niagara Falls, Canada, August 29-31, 2007, The LNCS Journal on Data Semantics is devoted to Proceedings the presentation of notable work that, in one way Agent-based modeling and social simulation have or another, addresses research and development emerged as both developments of and challenges on issues related to data semantics. Based on the to the social sciences. The developments include highly visible publication platform Lecture Notes This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of agent-based computational economics and inves- in Computer Science, this new journal is widely the 5th International Symposium on Parallel and tigations of theoretical sociological concepts using disseminated and available worldwide. Distributed Processing and Applications, ISPA formal simulation techniques. Among the chal- The scope of the journal ranges from theories 2007, held in Niagara Falls, Canada, in August lenges are the development of qualitative modeling supporting the formal definition of semantic 2007. techniques, implementation of agent-based models content to innovative domain-specific applications The 83 revised full papers presented together to investigate phenomena for which conventional of semantic knowledge. The journal addresses with 3 keynote speeches were carefully reviewed economic, social, and organizational models have researchers and advanced practitioners working on and selected from 244 submissions. The papers no face validity, and the application of physical the semantic web, interoperability, mobile infor- are organized in topical sections on algorithms modeling techniques to social processes. Bringing mation services, data warehousing, knowledge and applications, architectures and systems, together diverse approaches to social simulation representation and reasoning, conceptual database datamining and databases, fault tolerance and and research agendas, this book presents a unique modeling, ontologies, and artificial intelligence. security, middleware and cooperative computing, collection of contributions from the First World networks, as well as software and languages. Congress on Social Simulation, held in 2006 in Fields of interest Kyoto, Japan. Database Management; Information Storage and Fields of interest Retrieval; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics) Algorithm Analysis and Problem Complexity; Features Computer Communication Networks; Information 7 Offers topics related to social simulation and Target groups Systems Applications (incl. Internet) agent-based approaches in economic and social Researchers and professionals complex systems to promote worldwide activities Target groups of the multi-disciplinary community on multia- Discount group Researchers and professionals gent, computational economics, organizational P science, social dynamics, and complex systems Discount group 7 Contributors are from not only Japan but also P from US and Europe
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B. D. ten Cate, H. W. Zeevat (Eds .) G. Tesler, University of California, San Diego, CA, USA; P. Thulasiraman, X. He, T. L. Xu, M. K. Denko, D. Durand, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, R. Thulasiram, L. T. Yang (Eds .) Logic, Language, and PA, USA (Eds .) Frontiers of High Performance Computation Comparative Genomics 6th International Tbilisi Symposium on Logic, Computing and Networking RECOMB 2007, International Workshop, Language, and Computation, - ISPA 2007 Workshops RECOMB-CG 2007, San Diego, CA, USA, Batumi, Georgia, September 12-16, 2005, September 16-18, 2007, Procceedings ISPA 2007 International Workshops, Revised Selected Papers SSDSN, UPWN, WISH, SGC, ParDMCom, HiPCoMB, and IST-AWSN, This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of Niagara Falls, Canada, Edited in collaboration with FoLLI, the Associa- the 5th RECOMB Comparative Genomics Satellite August, 28-September 1, 2007, tion of Logic, Language and Information, this Workshop, RECOMB-CG 2007, held in San Diego, Proceedings book constitutes the second volume of the FoLLI CA, USA, in September 2007. LNAI subline. It represents the thoroughly refereed The 14 revised full papers presented were carefully post-proceedings of the 6th International Tbilisi reviewed and selected from 18 initial submissions. This book constitutes the refereed joint proceed- Symposium on Logic, Language, and Computa- The papers address a broad variety of aspects and ings of seven international workshops held in tion, TbiLLC 2005, held in Batumi, Georgia, in components of the field of comparative genomics, conjunction with the 5th International Symposium September 2005. ranging from quantitative discoveries about on Parallel and Distributed Processing and Appli- The 19 revised full papers presented were carefully genome structure to algorithms for compara- cations, ISPA 2007, held in Niagara Falls, Canada, reviewed and selected from numerous presen- tive inference to theorems on the complexity of in August 2007 (see LNCS 4742). tations at the symposium. The papers present computational problems required for genome The 53 revised full papers presented were carefully current research in all aspects of linguistics, logic comparison. reviewed and selected from many high quality and computation and address the following topics submissions. The workshops are very specific in detail: modal logic, linguistics and typology, Fields of interest and contribute to enlarging the spectrum of the formal pragmatics, linguistics and formal prag- Algorithm Analysis and Problem Complexity; more general topics treated in the ISPA 2007 matics, semantics and pragmatics, linguistic, Discrete Mathematics in Computer Science; Data main conference. Topics addressed are Security typology, semantics and pragmatics, linguistics, Structures and Survivability in Distributed Sensor Networks semantics and learnability, information and artifi- (SSDSN 2007), Ubiquitous Processing for Wireless cial intelligence, formal pragmatics and typology, Target groups Networks (UPWN 2007), Intelligent Systems and linguistics, semantics and typology, as well as logic Researchers and professionals. Smart Home (WISH 2007), Semantic and Grid and linguistics. Computing (SGC 2007), Parallel and Distributed Discount group Multimedia Computing (ParDMCom 2007), High Fields of interest P Performance Computing in Medicine and Biology Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Math- (HiPCoMB 2007), as well as Intelligent Systems ematical Logic and Formal Languages; Language Techniques for Ad Hoc and Wireless Sensor Translation and Linguistics Networks (IST-AWSN 2007).
Target groups Fields of interest Researchers and professionals Algorithm Analysis and Problem Complexity; Computer Communication Networks; Information Discount group Systems Applications (incl. Internet) P Target groups Researchers and professionals
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D. Wagner, University of Karlsruhe, Germany; S. Winter, University of Melbourne, VIC, Australia; K. Wolter, Humboldt Univevrsity Berlin, Germany R. Wattenhofer, ETH Zurich, Switzerland (Eds .) M. Duckham, University of Melbourne, VIC, Australia; (Ed .) L. Kulik, University of Melbourne, VIC, Australia; Algorithms for Sensor and B. Kuipers, University of Texas at Austin, TX, USA Formal Methods and Ad Hoc Networks (Eds .) Stochastic Models for Advanced Lectures Spatial Information Theory Performance Evaluation 8th International Conference, Fourth European Performance Engineering Workshop, EPEW 2007, Berlin, Germany, Wireless ad hoc and sensor networks have gained COSIT 2007, Melbourne, Australia, September 27-28, 2007, Proceedings an incredible research momentum. Computer September 19-23, 2007, Proceedings scientists and engineers of all flavors are embracing the area. Sensor networks have been adopted by researchers from many different fields, ranging This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of This book constitutes the refereed proceedings from hardware technology to operating systems, the 9th International Conference on Spatial Infor- of the 4th European Performance Engineering from antenna design to databases, from informa- mation Theory, COSIT 2007, held in Melbourne, Workshop, EPEW 2007, held in Berlin, Germany, tion theory to networking, from graph theory to Australia, in September 2007. September 27-28, 2007. computational geometry. The 27 revised full papers presented were carefully The 20 revised full papers presented were carefully The purpose of this monograph - outcome of a reviewed and selected from 102 submissions. The reviewed and selected from 53 submissions. The GI-Dagstuhl Seminar held in Dagstuhl Castle papers are organized in topical sections on cultural papers are organized in topical sections on Markov in November 2005 - is to give a first overview of studies, semantics, similarity, mapping and repre- Chains, Process Algebra, Wireless Networks, algorithmic results on wireless ad hoc and sensor sentation, perception and cognition, reasoning and Queueing Theory and Applications of Queueing, networks. Its focus is on algorithms and proto- algorithms, navigation and landmarks, as well as Benchmarking and Bounding, Grid and Peer-to- cols that allow for an analysis of their efficiency uncertainty and imperfection. Peer Systems. and efficacy. Many chapters deal with distributed algorithms, in particular local and localized Fields of interest Fields of interest algorithms. Data Structures; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Software Engineering; System Performance and Importance is attached to topics combining both Robotics); Computation by Abstract Devices Evaluation; Computer Communication Networks interesting aspects of wireless networks and attrac- tive algorithmic methods. Target groups Target groups Researchers and professionals Researchers and professionals Fields of interest Computer Communication Networks; Software Discount group Discount group Engineering; Algorithm Analysis and Problem P P Complexity
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J. Zhang, University Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA Visualization for Information Retrieval
Available digitized information on the Internet, in digital libraries, and other forms of data-centric systems and applications grows at an exponen- tial rate, and at the same time is becoming more complex and more dynamic. As a consequence, information retrieval and the presentation of its results has become more and more difficult. Information visualization offers a unique way to reveal hidden information in a visual presenta- tion and allows users to seek information from the visual presentation. Jin Zhang provides a systematic explanation of the latest advancements in information retrieval visualization from both theoretical and practical perspectives. He reviews the main approaches and techniques available in the field, explains theoretical relationships between information retrieval and information visualiza- tion and presents major information retrieval visualization algorithms and models.
Features 7 First book to deal with information visualiza- tion from an information retrieval perspective 7 Presents most important information retrieval visualization algorithms and models 7 Details applications of information retrieval visualization for Internet traffic analysis, and internet informa- tion searching and browsing
From the contents 1) Information Retrieval and Visualization - 2) Information Retrieval Preliminaries - 3) Visual- ization Models for Multiple Reference Points - 4) Euclidean Spatial Characteristic Based Visualiza- tion Models - 5) Kohonen Self-Organizing Map - An Artificial Neural Network - 6) Pathfinder Asso- ciative Network - 7) Multidimensional Scaling - 8) Internet Information Visualization - 9) Ambiguity in Information Visualization - 10) The Implication of Metaphors in Information Visualization.
Fields of interest Information Storage and Retrieval; User Interfaces and Human Computer Interaction; Information Systems Applications (incl. Internet)
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Advances in Biochemical M. N. Berberan-Santos, Institute Superior Técnico, K. W. Böddeker, Technische Universität Hamburg- Engineering / Biotechnology Lisboa, Portugal (Ed .) Harburg, Germany Volume 106 Fluorescence of Liquid Separations with
A. Kumar, I. Y. Galaev, B. Mattiasson, Supermolecules, Polymers, Membranes Lund University, Sweden (Eds .) and Nanosystems An Introduction to Barrier Interference Cell Separation The field of fluorescence continues to steadily Exploiting barrier interference is the challenge of Fundamentals, Analytical and Preparative grow, both in its fundamental aspects and in membrane separation science and technology. This Methods applications in highly interdisciplinary areas book is about the principles behind. As membrane including analytical, physical and organic chem- processes, barrier separations independently have istry, molecular sciences, biology, biomedicine acquired their peculiar identities and colourful Features and medical research. The 4th volume in the diversity, each fondling its own tradition, each 7 Covers trends in modern biotechnology 7 All Springer Series on Fluorescence focuses on the adhering to its own terminology (down to defying aspects of this interdisciplinary technology, where fluorescence of anosystems, polymers and super- SI units), each earning different public attention knowledge, methods and expertise are required molecules, and the development and application and support. The plan of this book is to present the from chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, of fluorescent probes. Special emphasis is placed relevant thermodynamic features of fluid mixtures genetics, chemical engineering and computer on the fluorescence of artificial and biological in contact with semipermeable barriers, then to science, are treated 7 More information as well as nanosystems, single molecule fluorescence and the apply this information in deriving the working the electronic version available at springer.com luminescence of polymers, micro- and nanopar- principles and design requirements of individual ticles and nanotubes. Fluorescence microscopy and membrane separation processes. The membranes, Contents fluorescence correlation spectroscopy are covered by this approach, are introduced by way of the M. B. Dainiak, A. Kumar, I.Yu. Galaev, B. Matti- as well. Historical aspects of this growing field and mass transport and selectivity demands which they asson: Methods in Cell Separations.- S.F. Ibrahim, an overview of fluorescence applications are also are to meet. This book gives a survey, in systematic G. van den Engh: Flow Cytometry and Cell provided. order, of the terms and concepts by which barrier Sorting.- A.A. Neurauter, M. Bonyhadi, E. Lien, separations operate, and through which practical L. Nokleby, E. Ruud, S. Camacho, T. Aarvak: Cell Features membrane separation processes are designed. Isolation and Expansion Using Dynabeads.- 7 Focusses on the fluorescence of nanosystems, J. Hubble: Affinity Adsorption of Cells to Surfaces polymers and supermolecules and the develop- Features and Strategies for Cell Detachment.- M.B. Dainiak, ment and application of fluorescent probes 7 Exploiting barrier interference is the challenge I.Yu. Galaev, A. Kumar, F.M. Plieva, B. Mattiasson: 7 Special emphasis is placed on the fluorescence of membrane separation science and technology Chromatography of Living Cells Using Super- of artificial and biological nanosystems, single 7 This book is about the principles behind macroporous Hydrogels, Cryogels.- R.E. Nordon: molecule fluorescence, luminescence of polymers, 7 Provides expert knowledge as an survey, in Hollow-Fibre Affinity Cell Separation.- J.M.S. of micro- and nanoparticles, and of nanotubes systematic order, of the terms and concepts by Cabral: Cell Partitioning in Aqueous Two-Phase 7 Fluorescence microscopy and fluorescence which barrier separations operate, and through Polymer Systems.- M. Kamihira, A. Kumar: Devel- correlation spectroscopy are also covered which practical membrane separation processes opment of Separation Technique for Stem Cells. are designed Fields of interest Fields of interest Physical Chemistry; Analytical Chemistry; Nano- Contents Biotechnology; Cell Biology; Analytical Chemistry technology Preface.- Symbols and abbreviations.-An introduc- tion to barrier separation.- The thermodynamic Target groups Target groups connection.- Osmosis et cetera.- Membrane filtra- Libraries and scientists in biomedicine, biotech- Practitioners and researchers in organic and tion.- Pervaporation versus evaporation.- What nology, biochemical/chemical engineering and physical chemistry and in material sciences, membranes are about.- Tracing membrane science, applied microbiology, university institutes, analytical chemists, molecular biologists, biophysi- an historical account.- Appendices. research groups in industry cists, biologists Fields of interest Discount group Discount group Industrial Chemistry/Chemical Engineering; P P Physical Chemistry; Biotechnology
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G. Govil, K. Chary, Tata Institute of Fundamental A. C. Hoffmann, University of Bergen, Norway; N. Kockmann, University of Freiburg, Germany Research, Mumbai, India L. E. Stein, Process Engineering Consultant, Houston, TX, USA Transport Phenomena in NMR in Biological Systems Micro Process Engineering From Molecules to Human Gas Cyclones and Swirl Tubes Principles, Design, and Operation In this book, the fundamentals of chemical During teaching NMR to students and researchers, engineering are presented aiming to applications we felt the need for a text-book which can cover The subject of this book is centrifugal gas cleaning in micro system technology, microfluidics, and modern trends in the application of NMR to devices, namely cyclones used as gas-solid separa- transport processes within microstructures. After a biological systems. This book caters to the needs tors for dedusting and as gas-liquid separators for general overview on both disciplines and common of: (i) graduate students who mostly learn such demisting. The optimization of cyclone perfor- areas, recent projects are shortly presented. The techniques from senior post-docs in the labora- mance for any given task is an often-sought goal combination of different disciplines gives new tory; (ii) those who are not experts in NMR but is seldom achieved in practice. Understanding opportunities in microfluidic devices and process but wish to understand if a particular problem cyclone performance as a function of a cyclone‘s intensification, respectively. in animal, plant, medical and pharmaceutical size, geometry, feed properties, feed flow rates and Special features of the book are the state of the art sciences can be answered by NMR; and (iii) those the system of which it is a part, is essential if one in micro process engineering, a detailed treatment who are experts in chemistry and biochemistry wishes to successfully design, operate, troubleshoot of transport phenomena for engineers, a design and wish to know how NMR can provide them or predict cyclone performance. The information methodology from transport effects to economic information on structural or functional aspect of presented in this book will help to develop this considerations, a detailed treatment of chemical proteins, nucleic acids, cells and tissues, human understanding. reaction in continuous flow microstructured reac- and plant organs and other biological materials. tors, an engineering methodology to treat complex This book builds a means of knowledge transfer Features processes. between the beginners and the experts in NMR as 7 Gas cyclones and swirl tubes are the most The book addresses researchers and graduate applied to all aspects of life sciences. widely used devices for dedusting or demisting students in the field of chemical engineering, in industry 7 First and only book on this topic Microsystems engineering, and chemistry. Features 7 For industrial engineers wishing to design 7 Covers entire area of NMR in Biological cyclones, or to assess their performance and for Features Sciences (Biomolecules, cells and tissues, animals, beginning researchers 7 Wide overview on fundamental processes in plants and drug design) 7 Most of the NMR chemical and process engineering devices 7 A books focus on one or two of the topics covered in Contents consistent picture form molecular processes to the book 7 Excellent book for teaching a course Introduction.- Basic Ideas.- How Cyclones Work.- continuum regimes 7 Recent and actual state-of- on NMR in Biological Systems Cyclone Flow Pattern and Pressure Drop.- Cyclone the-art in micro process engineering 7 Detailed Separation Efficiency.- The Muschelknautz Method treatment of transport phenomena for engineers Fields of interest of Modeling.- Computational Fluid Dynamics.- 7 Design methodology from transport effects Biotechnology; Physical Chemistry; Imaging / Dimensional Analysis and Scaling Rules.- Other to economic considerations 7 Comprehensive Radiology Factors Influencing Performance.- Measurement picture of mixing characterization Techniques.- Underflow Configurations and Target groups Considerations.- Some Special Topics. From the contents Graduate level students (M.S.) as a graduate Micro Process Engineering - An Interdisci- course, Researchers who wish to understand if a Fields of interest plinary Approach.- Fundamentals, Balances, and particular problem they have in medical and phar- Industrial Chemistry/Chemical Engineering; Transport Processes.- Momentum Transfer.- Heat maceutical sciences would be answered by NMR, Engineering Fluid Dynamics Transfer and Micro Heat Exchangers.- Diffusion, but have no intention to become professional NMR Mixing, and Mass Transfer Equipment.- Chemical spectroscopists, Researchers who are experts in Target groups Reactions and Reactive Precipitation. biochemistry and yet do not know how NMR can Mechanical and chemical engineers help to provide them information on structural or Fields of interest functional aspects of proteins, nucleic acids, cells Discount group Industrial Chemistry/Chemical Engineering; Engi- and tissues, human and plant organs and other P neering Fluid Dynamics; Biomedical Engineering biological materials Target groups Discount group Researchers and graduate students in chemical P engineering, microsystems engineering, chemistry; professionals in the same field
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L. Lau, M. A. Brodney, Pfizer, Groton, CT, USA (Eds .) D. Schulze, FH Braunschweig/Wolfenbüttel Alzheimer‘s Disease Powders and Bulk Solids Behavior, Characterization, Storage and Flow Revised by: J. Carson Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative Translated by: D. Schulze, J. Schwedes disease that robs the minds of ourelderly popula- tion. Approximately one in every eight adults over the age of 65 andnearly half of those over 85 The book concentrates on powder flow proper- are afflicted with this disease. The aging popula- ties, their measurement and applications. These tion indeveloped societies will impose an ever topics are explained starting from the interactions increasing socioeconomic threat in the future. between individual particles up to the design of Current medicines for AD patients are mainly silos. A wide range of problems are discussed symptomatic treatments and a huge unmetmedical – such as flow obstructions, segregation, and need exists to slow the progression of this disease. vibrations. The goal is to provide a deeper under- A great deal of research hasbeen dedicated to standing of the powder flow, and to show practical understanding the pathogenesis of AD from which solutions. comes many ideasfor intervening with its progres- In the first part the fundamentals of bulk solids sion. Some of these ideas have been fast-tracked flow are outlined: particle-particle interactions, toclinical trials due to the availability of medicines stress, friction, strength, density, flow proper- with proven clinical efficacies for otherdiseases ties and methods of measurement, shear testers (e.g. atorvastatin, simvastatin, rosiglitazone and and other test procedures, specific properties of clioquinol) while othersrepresent novel chemical powders and how they are influenced by moisture, entities (e.g. glycogen synthase kinase-3 inhibi- temperature, and flow agents. tors). The second part deals with the application of the flow properties in the design of properly working Features bulk solid containers like bins, silos, and hoppers. 7 In each volume an overview chapter introduces Other topics include: the technical design of silo the newcomer to the topic covered 7 Series walls, feeders, discharge aids, inserts, the assess- covers hot topics of frontier research summarized ment of stresses in silos. by reputed scientists in the field 7 Review series is topic related 7 Online version available on Features SpringerLink: springerlink.com 7 Helps to understand the fundamental behaviour of powders and bulk solids 7 Identifies suitable Contents test methods and helps to interpret and understand G. Grossberg and J. Kao: Cholinesterase Inhibi- their results 7 Explains how bulk solids flow tors.- H. Soares and L. Sparks: Beyond Choles- influences the design of a plant or an installation terol: Statin Benefits in Alzheimer’s Disease.- G. Landreth, S. Mandrekar and Q. Jiang: PPARg Fields of interest Agonists for the Treatment of Alzheimer’s Industrial Chemistry/Chemical Engineering; Disease.- R. Bhat, J. Burrows, J. Lindquist and Industrial and Production Engineering; Quality S. Berg: GSK3 Inhibitors for the Treatment of Control, Reliability, Safety and Risk Alzheimer’s Disease.- A. Bush and A.R. White: Metal Complexing Agents for the Treatment of Target groups AD. Professionals handling or producing powders: in chemical or pharmaceutical industry, in building Fields of interest materials, automotive, power plants, agriculture, Medicinal Chemistry; Pharmacology/Toxicology; waste management, recycling; scientists in these Organic Chemistry fields
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Springer Handbook of Speech Processing Jacob Benesty, Université de Québec, Montréal, QC, Canada; M. Mohan Sondhi, Avayalabs Research, Basking Ridge, NJ, USA; Yiteng (Arden) Huang, Bell Labs, Murray Hill, NJ, USA (Eds.) Authoritative desk reference of one of tomorrow’s breakthrough technology Provides quick access to applicable, reliable, and comprehensive knowledge Electronic contents on accompanying DVD-ROM Handy format, lucid two-color layout, uniformly styled figures
From common consumer products such as cell phones and MP3 players to more sophisticated projects such as human-machine interfaces and responsive robots, speech technologies are now everywhere. Many think that it is just a matter of time before more applications of the science of speech become inescapable in our daily life. This handbook is meant to play a fundamental role for sustainable progress in speech research and development. Springer Handbook of Speech Processing targets three categories of readers: graduate students, professors and active researchers in academia and research labs, and engineers in industry who need to understand or implement some specific algorithms for their speech-related products. The handbook could also be used as a sourcebook for one or more graduate courses on signal processing for speech and different aspects of speech processing and applications. A quickly accessible source of application-oriented, authoritative and comprehensive information about these technologies, it combines the established knowledge derived from research in such fast evolving disciplines as signal processing and communications, acoustics, computer science and linguistics.
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A. Abraham, C. Grosan, W. Pedrycz (Eds .) V. Acary, B. Brogliato, INRIA, Saint-Ismier, France P. Argoneto, G. Perrone, P. Renna, G. Lo Nigro, M. Bruccoleri, S. Noto La Diega Engineering Evolutionary Numerical Methods for Intelligent Systems Nonsmooth Dynamical Production Planning in Systems Production Networks Applications in Mechanics and Electronics Models for Medium and Short-term Planning Evolutionary design of intelligent systems is gaining much popularity due to its capabilities in handling several real world problems involving Distributed production networks are organi- optimization, complexity, noisy and non- Features zational structures considered able to meet the stationary environment, imprecision, uncertainty 7 Provides a complete exposition of the algo- agility and efficiency necessary to compete in the and vagueness. This edited volume ‘Engineering rithms, with numerous examples and benchmarks, global market. Performances of such organizations Evolutionary Intelligent Systems’ deals with the and an emphasis on the implementation of the depends on the ability of network actors in coor- theoretical and methodological aspects, as well schemes with different complementarity problems dinating their activities. There are two approaches as various evolutionary algorithm applications solvers 7 A sort of advanced users’ manual, that for managing complex distributed production to many real world problems originating from PhD students or senior researchers who want to networks: a centralized approach, or a decentral- science, technology, business or commerce. This get acquainted with this field and make numerical ized approach. This book addresses production volume comprises of 15 chapters including an simulations on their computer, can use as a source planning problems in distributed manufacturing introductory chapter which covers the funda- of information networks from strategic, tactical, organisational mental definitions and outlines some important and operative perspectives. New methodologies research challenges. Chapters were selected on the Field of interest for capacity negotiation, allocation and workload basis of fundamental ideas/concepts rather than Mechanical Engineering assignment are presented. Long, medium and the thoroughness of techniques deployed. short-term problems are focused on. The proposed Target groups approaches are based on negotiation algorithms Features Researchers and graduate students in applied and in multi-agent networks and are compared with 7 Reports recent research results on Engineering computational mechanics classical centralised approaches in order to Evolutionary Intelligent Systems understand the effectiveness and efficiency of these Discount group approaches. This book will interest production Fields of interest P network managers and enterprise resource plan- Appl. Mathematics/Computational Methods of ning vendors. Engineering; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics) Contents Target groups Introduction and Literature Overview.- Game Engineers, researchers, and graduate students in Theory: An Overview.- Negotiation: An Overview.- computational intelligence Multiple-agent Systems: An Overview.- Distributed Production Planning in Reconfigurable Produc- Discount group tion Networks.- Distributed Models for Planning P Capacity of Reconfigurable Production Networks at Medium Term.- Distributed Models for Plant Capacity Allocation.- Distributed Production Planning Models: An Integrated Approach.- Conclusions.
Fields of interest Engineering Economics, Organization, Logistics, Marketing; Manufacturing, Machines, Tools; Production/Logistics
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S. Arimoto, Ritsumeikan University, Kyoto, Japan G. M. Artmann, FH Aachen Juelich, Germany; A. Astolfi, D. Karagiannis, Imperial College, London, S. Chien, University of California, San Diego, CA, USA UK; R. Ortega, Centre National de la Recherche Scien- Control Theory of Multi- (Eds .) tifique, Gif-sur-Yvette, France fingered Hands Bioengineering in Cell and Nonlinear and Adaptive A Modelling and Analytical–Geometry Tissue Research Control with Applications Approach for Dexterity and Intelligence
This book reviews the latest technological develop- Nonlinear and Adaptive Control with Applica- The hand is an agency of the brain; it reflects ments of eechanical engineering approaches for tions provides a detailed treatment of the design activities of the brain and thereby can be seen as cells and biological tissues. Due to the strong of robust adaptive controllers for nonlinear a mirror to the mind. The dexterity of the hand multidisciplinary nature of this rapidly expanding systems with uncertainties. The authors employ has been investigated widely in developmental area of research an interface between the involved a new tool based on the ideas of system immer- psychology and in anthropology. Since robotics sciences is needed. This book builds this bridge sion and manifold invariance. Departing from the launched in the mid-1970s, numerous multi- between these sciences and in particular push to Lyapunov-function approach of classical control, fingered hands mimicking the human hand the results of mechanical engineering and biology new algorithms are delivered for the construc- have been designed and made in a number of towards applications. It is written for graduate tion of robust asymptotically-stabilising and universities and research institutes, in addition to students as well as researches. adaptive control laws for nonlinear systems. The sophisticated prosthetic hands with plural fingers. methods proposed lead to modular schemes that Control Theory of Multi-fingered Hands presents Features are easier to tune than their counterparts obtained a comprehensive insight into the intelligence and 7 Builds the Interface between Science and from Lyapunov redesign. These algorithms cater dexterity of robotic multi-fingered hands from applications 7 Reviews the state of the art in the for nonlinear systems with both parametric and both the physical and control- theoretic view- strongly developing science dynamic uncertainties. This innovative strategy is points. illustrated with several examples and case studies Control Theory of Multi-fingered Hands will be Contents from real applications: power converters, electrical a useful reference for postgraduate students and Engineering in Cell Biophysics.- Stem Cell Engi- machines, mechanical systems, autonomous researchers in this field, as well as engineers and neering.- Bioreactors.- Cell Mechanics.- Cellular aircraft and computer vision. Researchers working roboticists. Responses to Physical Stimuli.- Drug Delivery on adaptive and nonlinear control theory or on Systems.- Bacterial Cells and Viruses.- Molecular control applications will find this monograph of Features and Cell Therapies.- Tissue Engineering.- Bioma- interest. 7 No other book has been written about the terials.- Scaffolds and Gels.- Memory Materials.- control of multi-fingered hands 7 Explains Integrative Nano Therapeutics.- Neural Cell Features what kinds of sensory-motor coordinated signals Engineering.- Bio- and cell based sensors.- Biome- 7 Shows the reader a new method for generating are necessary and sufficient for realizing stable chanics.- Cells in the Microcirculation.- Cell and easily-tuned adaptive nonlinear control schemes grasping and/or object manipulation Tissue Mechanics. 7 Provides working algorithms that can be readily implemented 7 Demonstrates the application on Contents Fields of interest the control theory in applications from autono- Characteristics of Human Hands.- Stability of Biomedical Engineering; Cell Biology; Soft Matter, mous aircraft autopilot design to power regulation Grasping in a Static or Dynamic Sense.- Test-bed Complex Fluids Problems of Control: How to Stabilise 2D Objects Fields of interest through Rolling Contact.- Two-dimensional Target groups Control Engineering; Systems Theory, Control; Grasping by a Pair of Rigid Fingers.- Three- Researchers and graduate students Automotive and Aerospace Engineering dimensional Grasping by a Pair of Rigid Fingers.- Dexterity and Control for Stable Grasp by Soft Discount group Target groups Fingers. P Researchers working on adaptive and nonlinear control theory or on control applications; graduate Fields of interest students in control systems; control engineers Automation and Robotics; Artificial Intelligence working with electrical, mechanical and electro- (incl. Robotics); Control Engineering mechanical systems; libraries
Target groups Discount group Postgraduate students studying robotics, human P science and developmental psychology, Robotics engineers, roboticists, Engineers and researchers concerned with prosthetics, Researchers in compu- tational brain science
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Due January 2008 Due January 2008 Due November 2007 2008 . Approx . 300 p . 75 illus . (Communications and 2008 . Approx . 275 p . 87 illus . Hardcover 2007 . Approx . 500 p . Hardcover Control Engineering) Hardcover 7 $139.00 7 approx. $139.00 7 $99.00 ISBN 978-1-84800-062-9 ISBN 978-3-540-75408-4 ISBN 978-1-84800-065-0 86 Engineering Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
M. L. Brewer, Sandia National Laboratories, Albu- C. Badica, University of Craiova, Romania (Ed .) X. Cai, University of Oslo, Norway; T. Jim Yeh, Univer- querque, NM, USA; D. Marcum, Mississippi State sity of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, USA (Eds .) University, Starksville, MS, USA (Eds .) Advances in Intelligent and Distributed Computing Quantitative Information Proceedings of the 16th Fusion for Hydrological International Meshing Proceedings of the 1st International Symposium on Intelligent and Distributed Sciences Roundtable Computing IDC 2007, Craiova, Romania, October 2007 In a rapidly evolving world of knowledge and This volume contains the articles presented at the technology, do you ever wonder how hydrology 16th International Meshing Roundtable (IMR) is catching up? This book takes the angle of organized, in part, by Sandia National Labora- This book presents the proceedings of the 1st computational hydrology and envisions one of the tories and held in Seattle, Washington, U.S.A. in International Symposium on Intelligent and future directions, namely, quantitative integration October, 2007. The first IMR was held in 1992, Distributed Computing – IDC’2007, held in of high-quality hydrologic field data with geologic, and the conference has been held annually since. Craiova, Romania, October 2007. IDC 2007 hydrologic, chemical, atmospheric, and biological Each year the IMR brings together researchers, was the first International Symposium bringing information to characterize and predict natural developers, and application experts, from a variety together researchers involved in intelligent and systems in hydrological sciences. of disciplines, to present and discuss ideas on distributed computing to allow cross-fertilization Intelligent computation and information fusion mesh generation and related topics. The topics and search for synergies of ideas and to enable are the key words. The aim is to provide both covered by the IMR have applications in numerical advancement of research in these exciting sub- established scientists and graduate students with analysis, computational geometry, computer fields of computer science. The 34 contributions a summary of recent developments in this topic. graphics, as well as other areas, and the presenta- in this book cover a broad area of topics related to The chapters of this edited volume cover some tions describe novel work ranging from theory to intelligent and distributed computing, systems and of the most important ingredients for quantita- application. applications, including: autonomous and adaptive tive hydrological information fusion, including computing; constraint satisfaction; cooperation data fusion techniques, interactive computational Features and coordination; data mining and knowledge environments, and supporting mathematical 7 Recent results of mesh generation and adapta- discovery; distributed problem solving and deci- and numerical methods. Real-life applications of tion which has applications to finite element simu- sion making; e-business, e-health and e-learning; hydrological information fusion are also addressed. lation 7 Proceedings of the prestigious Interna- genetic algorithms; image processing; information tional Meshing Roundtable conference organized retrieval; or intelligence in mobile and ubiquitous Features by Sandia National Laboratories 7 Introducing computing. 7 Well edited overview about quantitative infor- theoretical and novel ideas with practical potential mation fusion in hydrology as well as technical applications from industrial Features researchers, bringing together renown specialists 7 Presents latest results in Intelligent and Distrib- From the contents from engineering, computer science uted computing Data Fusion Methods for Integrating Data-driven Hydrological Models.- A New Paradigm for Contents Contents Groundwater Modeling.- Information Fusion Tetrahedral Meshing 1.- Optimization and Adap- Invited Papers.- Regular Papers.- Short Papers. using the Kalman Filter based on Karhunen-Love tivity.- Geometry.- Hexahedral Meshing.- Surface Decompositions.- Trajectory-based methods Meshing.- Applications and Software. Fields of interest for modeling and characterization.- The Role of Appl. Mathematics/Computational Methods of Streamline Models for Dynamoc Data Assimila- Fields of interest Engineering; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); tion in Petroleum Engineering and Hydrogeology.- Numerical and Computational Methods in Applications of Mathematics Information Fusion in Regularized Inversion of Engineering; Theoretical and Applied Mechanics; Tomographic Pumping Tests. Applications of Mathematics Target groups Researchers, engineers, graduate students in Fields of interest Target groups computational intelligence and computer science Appl. Mathematics/Computational Methods of Researchers, academics, graduate students in adap- Engineering; Hydrogeology; Geotechnical Engi- tive finite elements, mesh generation Discount group neering P Discount group Target groups P Researchers, engineers, graduate students in computational intelligence, hydrology, geotech- nical engineering
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Due November 2007 Due December 2007 Due October 2007 2008 . Approx . 300 p . (Studies in Computational Intel- 2008 . Approx . 250 p . (Studies in Computational Intel- 2007 . Approx . 500 p . Hardcover ligence, Volume 78) Hardcover ligence, Volume 79) Hardcover 7 approx. $229.00 7 $129.00 7 approx. $139.00 ISBN 978-3-540-75102-1 ISBN 978-3-540-74929-5 ISBN 978-3-540-75383-4 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Engineering 87
T. Chen, University of Houston, TX, USA (Ed .) N. N. Chokshi, D. C. McFarlane, University of M. Colnaric, D. Verber, University of Maribor, Cambridge, UK Slovenia; W. A. Halang, FernUniversität Hagen, RFID and Sensor Network Germany Systems Handbook A Distributed Coordination Approach to Reconfigurable Distributed Embedded Process Control Control Systems RFID and Sensor Network Handbook discusses Improving Dependability with Coherent how to synergize two technologies, Radio Design Frequencey Identification Devices (RFID) and The need to adapt to the demands of global supply Sensor Networks. This single volume discusses and chains in real-time is of significant importance to illustrates how these two technologies can be put the future success of continuous process industries. Very often, practical design of embedded systems to work together into a holistic network system. Amongst such business drivers, it will become lacks consistency resulting in computer control The potential applications As part of a detailed critical that process plants are designed to be systems that do not provide the performance they tutorial on the integration of these technolo- easily reconfigured as and when necessary. Recent should. Most notably they lack the key property of gies potential applications in industry, homeland developments in process control have attempted dependability. security, environmental protection and food safety to address this requirement, yet there has not been Distributed Embedded Control Systems handles are discussed. This book will appeal to profes- a systematic effort made on the analysis of the the domains encountered when designing a sionals, researchers and those involved in design, fundamental shortcomings in the modularity of distributed embedded computer control system as implementation, and data integration of RFID and process control systems. A Distributed Coordina- an integrated whole. First to be discussed are some sensor network system related projects. tion Approach to Reconfigurable Process Control basic issues about real-time systems and their presents research that addresses this critical ques- properties, specifically safety. Then, system and Features tion, via developing a new distributed framework hardware architectures are dealt with: areas like 7 The first to cover the emerging market of RFID that will enable the building of a process control scheduling, asymmetrical distributed multipro- and sensor networks 7 Up-to-date review of system that is capable of reconfigurability. cessor architectures, time-triggered communica- RFID technology in the areas of hardware, soft- tions, middleware, fault-tolerant peripherals, etc. ware, frequency spectrum, protocol specification, Features Next, programming issues, embodying desired EPC, etc. 7 Up-to-date review of sensor tech- 7 Presents research in the field of distributed properties, basic language subsets, object orienta- nology both in mechanical sensor and biosensor automation and control within the process indus- tion and language support for hardware and soft- areas, with the emphasis on the emerging develop- tries ware specifications and co-design are elaborated ment of small dust wireless sensor under IEEE and finally, the prototype implementation of a 802.15.x. Contents distributed embedded control system is given as a Introduction.- Reconfigurable Process Control detailed example. Fields of interest Research.- DRPC: Distributed Reconfigurable Mechanical Engineering; Circuits and Systems; Process Control.- Reconfigurable Process Control Features Industrial and Production Engineering Architecture.- An Interaction Model for Reconfig- 7 Teaches the engineer which approaches and urable Process Control.- A Distributed Algorithm technologies are best used for reliable and flex- Target groups for Reconfigurable Process Control.- Application ible implementation of distributed embedded Professional researchers and those involved of Distributed Coordination Approach - A Case control 7 Emphasis on reliability to deal with the in design, implementation, and data integra- Study.- Conclusions. increasing use of distributed control in safety-crit- tion of RFID and sensor network system related ical systems 7 Encourages verification of function projects, managers and system engineers within Fields of interest and real-time performance by simple ex tempore the computing and network system departments Control Engineering; Manufacturing, Machines, testing rather than rigid planned procedures of various companies (Cisco, HP, Microsoft, Intel, Tools; Operations Research/Decision Theory etc.), professors and research associates within Fields of interest universities of industrial engineering, electrical/ Target groups Control Engineering; Computer Systems Organiza- electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, Researchers in process control and automation; tion and Communication Networks; Communica- engineering management and computer science researchers in agent-based manufacturing control; tions Engineering, Networks departments professionals in industrial process control; profes- sional system designers and integrators Target groups Discount group Designers and engineers working with embedded P Discount group systems in an industrial environment; researchers P interested in distributed control systems, real-time architectures, programming languages and fault tolerance; postgraduate students in control, elec- trical and computer engineering; libraries
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Due November 2007 Due December 2007 Due January 2008 2008 . Approx . 200 p . 68 illus . (Springer Series in 2008 . Approx . 265 p . 101 illus . (Advances in Industrial 2008 . Approx . 700 p . Hardcover Advanced Manufacturing) Hardcover Control) Hardcover 7 approx. $159.00 7 $99.00 7 $129.00 ISBN 978-0-387-25873-7 ISBN 978-1-84800-059-9 ISBN 978-1-84800-051-3 88 Engineering Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
E. Corchado, J. M. Corchado, A. Abraham (Eds .) J. Cruz, Ocean Power Delivery Ltd ., Edinburgh, UK J. Diederich, American University of Sharjah, United (Ed .) Arab Emirates (Ed .) Innovations in Hybrid Intelligent Systems Ocean Wave Energy Rule-Extraction from Support Current Status and Future Prespectives Vector Machines
Hybrid Artificial Intelligence Systems (HAIS) combines symbolic and sub-symbolic techniques The authors of this reference provide an updated Features to construct more robust and reliable problem and global view on ocean wave energy conversion 7 Introduces a number of different approaches solving models. This volume focused on “Hybrid for wave energy developers as well as for students to extracting rules from support vector machines Artificial Intelligence Systems” contains a collec- and professors. The book is orientated to the prac- developed by key researchers in the field tion of papers that were presented at the 2nd tical solutions that this new industry has found 7 Successful applications are outlined and future International Workshop on Hybrid Artificial so far and the problems that any device needs to research opportunities are discussed Intelligence Systems, held in 12 - 13 November, face. It describes the actual principles applied to 2007, Salamanca, Spain. This carefully edited book machines that convert wave power in electricity Contents provides a comprehensive overview of the recent are described (e.g.: hydraulic, magnetic or turbine PART I: Introduction.- Rule extraction from advances in the hybrid intelligent systems and driven devices). Additionally, an historical review, support vector machines – An introduction.- Rule covers a wide range of application areas, including state of the art of modern systems, a full scale extraction from Support Vector Machines: An data analysis and data mining, intelligent control, prototype experience, and future perspectives are Overview of Issues and Application in Credit pattern recognition, robotics, optimization, etc. given. Scoring.- PART II: Algorithms and Techniques.- The book is aimed at researchers, practitioners and The authors are recognized researchers, and their Rule Extraction from Transfer Learning.- Rule postgraduate students who are engaged in devel- contributions give an overall perspective of the Extraction from Linear Support Vector Machines oping and applying advanced intelligent systems state of the art of different technologies. The book via Mathematical Programming.- Rule Extrac- principles to solving real-world problems. does not intend to point to a specific technology; tion based on Support and Prototype Vectors.- the market will be responsible for that. SVMT-Rule: Association Rule Mining over SVM Features Classification Trees.- Using relevance vector 7 Proceedings of the Hybrid Artificial Intelligence Features machines to generate prototype based rules.- Systems Workshop (HAIS 07 – CAEPIA 2007) 7 First comprehensive description of ocean wave PART III: Applications.- Prediction of First-Day 7 Recent developments in Hybrid Intelligent Energy conversion devices 7 Written by leading Returns of Initial Public Offerings in the US Stock Systems experts of this coming up industry 7 Orientated Market Using Rule Extraction from Support Vector to the practical solutions that this new industry Machines.- Accent in Speech Samples: Classifica- Fields of interest has found tion and Rule Extraction using Support Vector Appl. Mathematics/Computational Methods of Machines.- Rule extraction from SVMs for Protein Engineering; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Contents Structure Prediction. Applications of Mathematics Introduction.- Looking Back.- The Theory Behind the Conversion of Ocean Wave Energy: a Review.- Fields of interest Target groups The Wave Energy Resource.- Numerical and Appl. Mathematics/Computational Methods of Researchers, engineers, graduate students in soft Experimental Modelling of WECs.- Power Take- Engineering; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics) computing and statistics Off Systems.- Full-Scale WECs.- Environmental Impact Assessment Target groups Discount group Engineers, researchers, and graduate students in P Fields of interest computational intelligence and computer science Electrical Power Generation and Transmission; Renewable Energy Sources; Offshore Engineering Discount group P Target groups Developers, students, and scientists of renewable energy systems
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2008 . Approx . 400 p . With online files/update . (Advances 2007 . XX, 433 p . 202 illus . (Green Energy and Technology, 2008 . Approx . 300 p . (Studies in Computational Intel- in Soft Computing, Volume 44) Softcover Volume) Hardcover ligence, Volume 80) Hardcover 7 $199.00 7 approx. $139.00 7 approx. $139.00 ISBN 978-3-540-74971-4 ISBN 978-3-540-74894-6 ISBN 978-3-540-75389-6 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Engineering 89
F. A. Dietrich, TU Munich, Germany P. Fratzl, Max Planck Institute, Potsdam, Germany R. M. French, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, (Ed .) USA Robust Signal Processing for Wireless Communications Collagen Engineering the Guitar Structure and Mechanics Theory and Practice
Optimization of adaptive signal processing algo- rithms for wireless communications is based on Collagen: Structure and Mechanics provides a Engineering the Guitar: Theory and Practice a model of the underlying propagation channel. cohesive introduction to this biological macromol- uniquely describes the mechanics of the guitar In practice, this model is never known perfectly. ecule and its many applications in biomaterials and for engineers and craftsmen alike. Complete with For example, its parameters have to be estimated tissue engineering. informative illustrations, this popular musical and are only known with significant errors. In Graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in volume describes the underlying mechanical this book, a systematic treatment of this practical the fields of materials, (bio-)engineering, physics, concepts behind the guitar, supported by theory design problem is provided for signal processing chemistry and biology will gain an understanding and test. A detailed description of guitar elec- in the physical layer with multiple antennas. The of the structure and mechanical behavior of type tronics paired with an analysis of sound quality design of robust signal processing algorithms is I collagen and collagen-based tissues in verte- appeals to scientific audiences as well as musicians based on a description of the errors and the uncer- brates, across all length scales from the molecular technically apt. Readers will gain an understanding tainties in the system’s model. It applies principles (nano) to the organ (macro) level. Written in a of the technical behavior of the instrument with of modern estimation, optimization, and informa- clear and didactic manner, this volume includes respect to structural and component dynamics, in tion theory. Tutorial introductions to relevant current knowledge on the hierarchical structure, addition to the informative treatment of analytical literature and mathematical foundations give the mechanical properties, in addition to a review of models. Hand made and mass produced tech- necessary background and context to the reader. deformation and strengthening mechanisms. niques are also examined in a chapter devoted to The book provides detailed derivations and Collagen: Structure and Mechanics is an excel- manufacturing processes. enlightening insights into the related technical lent reference for new researchers entering this Audiences interested in mechanics, acoustics, problems covering the following topics in detail: area and serves as a basis for lecturing in and instrument making will find Engineering the An overview of the principles of training-based the interdisciplinary field of biological materials Guitar: Theory and Practice an informative and multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) channel science. enjoyable read. estimation. Robust minimax estimation of the wireless communication channel. Robust minimax Features Features prediction of the wireless communication channel 7 Provides a comprehensive review of current 7 Uniquely describes the underlying mechanical based on the maximum Doppler frequency. Iden- research advances in collagen structure and concepts of the guitar clearly supported by theory tification of channel and noise correlations (power mechanics 7 One of the first books in the and test 7 Provides a focused mechanical delay profile, spatial and temporal correlations, market to cover the mechanical aspects of collagen description entirely devoted to the guitar, rather spatial correlations of interference). Interpola- 7 Edited by a key scientific figure in the field than a broad overview of string instruments tion of band-limited autocovariance sequences. 7 Delivers state-of-the-art information while 7 Explains the underlying mechanical concepts Robust linear and nonlinear precoding for the sustaining a pedagogical style behind different guitar making methodologies and multi-user downlink with multiple antennas which theories 7 Offers technical and musical audi- is based on incomplete channel state information From the contents ences an informative and enjoyable read or channel correlations (performance measures, Introduction to the Structure and Mechanics duality, robust Tomlinson-Harashima precoding, of Collagen.- Collagen Assembly in Vitro and Contents robust vector precoding, nonlinear beamforming). in Vivo.- Molecular Structure of Collagen History of the Guitar.- Acoustics and Musical Fibrils.- Restraining Cross-links Responsible for Theory.- Structure of the Guitar.- Dynamics Features the Mechanical Properties of Collagen Fibres.- Behavior.- Analytical Methods.- Manufacturing 7 Optimization of signal processing tasks for Damage and Fatigue.- Viscoelasticity, Energy Processes.- Sound Quality.- Guitar Electronics.- wireless communications under realistic assump- Storage, Transmission and Dissipation by Extracel- Unique Characteristics. tions lular Matrices in Vertebrates.- Nanoscale Deforma- tion Mechanisms. Fields of interest Fields of interest Theoretical and Applied Mechanics; Acoustics; Communications Engineering, Networks; Scien- Fields of interest Vibration, Dynamical Systems, Control tific Computing; Signal Processing Biomedical Engineering; Biomaterials; Biophysics/ Biomedical Physics Target groups Target groups Engineering and physics researchers and students Researchers in fields of signal processing, informa- Target groups interested in mechanics, acoustics, and instrument tion and communication theory Researchers in the fields of bio-engineering and making biological materials Discount group Discount group P Discount group P P
Due November 2007 Due February 2008 Due February 2008 2007 . Approx . 300 p . (Foundations in Signal Processing, Communications and Networking, Volume 2) Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 400 p . Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 200 p . Hardcover 7 approx. $139.00 7 approx. $149.00 7 approx. $49.95 ISBN 978-3-540-74246-3 ISBN 978-0-387-73905-2 ISBN 978-0-387-74368-4 90 Engineering Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
L. Guzzella, A. Sciarretta, ETH, Zurich, Switzerland R. I. Hammoud, Delco, Kokomo, IN, USA (Ed .) R. N. Jazar, Manhattan College, Riverdale, NY, USA Vehicle Propulsion Systems Computer-Aided Eye Vehicle Dynamics Introduction to Modeling and Optimization Monitoring Theory and Application for Safety, Security, Communications, Medical and Web Applications In this book the longitudinal behavior of road Vehicle Dynamics: Theory and Application is vehicles is analyzed. The main emphasis is on the written as a textbook for senior undergraduate analysis and minimization of the fuel and energy This groundbreaking resource offers a compre- and first year graduate students in mechanical consumption. Most approaches to this problem hensive overview of cutting-edge video-based engineering. It provides both fundamental and enhance the complexity of the vehicle system by eye monitoring algorithms, and non-invasive advanced topics on handling, ride, components, adding components such as electrical motors or gaze tracking systems as well as human factor and behavior of vehicles. This book includes storage devices. Such a complex system can only be algorithms and experiments. Helping to apply the detailed coverage of practical design consider- designed by means of mathematical models. This skills in Intelligent Human Machine Interaction ations and a vast number of practical examples and text gives an introduction to the modeling and (IHMI), this practical reference offers a thorough exercises. optimization problems typically encountered when understanding of how the core low-level building designing new propulsion systems for passenger blocks are implemented, and then how they are Features cars. It is intended for persons interested in the linked with high-level human factor algorithms 7 Individual sections devoted to handling, ride, analysis and optimization of classical and novel and human-machine interfaces (HMI) within and components will be beneficial to students as vehicle propulsion systems. Its focus lies on the smart vehicles, sensitive environments and medical future automotive designers 7 New research and control-oriented mathematical description of the facilities. coverage of damping and isolation bring in new physical processes and on the model-based opti- This book describes and examines algorithms, perspectives on the subject 7 Includes coverage mization of the system structure and of the super- methodologies, and sensors build in eye-gaze of front, rear, and four wheel steering systems, visory control algorithms. This text has evolved monitoring systems designed for various real- as well as the advantages and disadvantages of from a lecture series at ETH Zurich. Prerequisites world applications, along with practical issues, different steering schemes are general engineering topics and a first course in including performance on all human subjects optimal control theory. regardless of their races and artificial appearances From the contents (eye makeup, with/without glasses), robustness to Introduction. Historical development of vehicles. Features all weather conditions (indoor, outdoor, day, and Components and mechanisms of a vehicle. 7 Deals with analysis and optimization of night time), real-time computation and measure- Vehicles classification. Terminology of vehicles. classical and novel vehicle propulsion systems ments, cost, market aspects, interface, and finally Introduction vehicle dynamics . Problems in 7 Focuses on the minimization of the fuel and users feedback and acceptance. vehicle dynamics. Problems of vehicle designs. energy consumption 7 Case studies are presented The book helps you understand the motivations, Preview of covered topics. Exercises.- Tire activities, trends and directions of researchers Dynamics. Introduction. Position and coordi- Contents and engineers in Human Computer Interaction nate systems. Orientation and frames. Tire-road Introduction.- Vehicle Energy and Fuel Consump- regarding eye tracking systems in today’s market, interactions. Calculating tire force system. Linear tion - Basic Concepts.- IC-Engine-Based Propul- and offers you a view of the future of this rapidly tire force system. Nonlinearity and optimization sion Systems.- Models of Fuel-Cell Propulsion evolving technological area. of tire-road interaction. Exercises.- Single Tire Systems.- Supervisory Control Algorithms.- Vehicle Dynamics. Introduction. Position and Appendix I - Case Studies.- Appendix II - Optimal Features coordinate systems. Newton-Euler equations of Control Theory. 7 Comprehansive overview of eye tracking system motion. Longitudinal motion. Engine perfor- for all weather conditions and all types of applica- mance. Gearbox design. Lateral Motion. Rotation Fields of interest tion 7 From Experts of DELPHI inc. motion. Combined motion. Exercises. Automotive and Aerospace Engineering; Engi- neering Thermodynamics, Transport Phenomena; Fields of interest Fields of interest Control Engineering Communications Engineering, Networks; Signal Automotive and Aerospace Engineering; Vibra- Processing; Image Processing tion, Dynamical Systems, Control; Mechanical Target groups Engineering Researchers, graduate students in mechanical and Target groups electrical engineering Developers and practitioners responsible for Target groups implementing eye tracking systems, advanced Senior undergraduate and first year graduate Discount group undergraduate and postgraduate students, students enrolled in a mechanical engineering P researchers course entitled Vehicle Dynamics, Automotive Dynamics, or Vehicle Systems Discount group P Discount group P
Due February 2008 Due October 2007 Due February 2008 2008 . Approx . 350 p . (Signals and Communication 2nd ed . 2007 . XII, 338 p . 202 illus . Hardcover Technology) Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 600 p . Hardcover 7 $99.00 7 approx. $109.00 7 approx. $99.00 ISBN 978-3-540-74691-1 ISBN 978-3-540-75411-4 ISBN 978-0-387-74243-4 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Engineering 91
M. E. Jefferies, University of Waikato, Hamilton, New A. K. Kamrani, E. A. Nasr (Eds .) S. Kartalopoulos, University of Oklahoma, Tulsa, OK, Zealand; W. Yeap, Auckland University of Technology, USA Auckland, New Zealand (Eds .) Collaborative Engineering Theory and Practice Next Generation Intelligent Robotics and Cognitive Optical Networks Approaches to Spatial From Access to Backbone Mapping Collaborative Engineering (CE) is the systematic approach to the integrated, concurrent design of products and related processes, including The book covers protocols and other significant This book brings together the fields of robot spatial manufacturing, product service and support. This issues of the next generation optical network for mapping and cognitive spatial mapping, which approach is intended to cause the developers to undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, share some common core problems. One would consider all elements of the product life cycle from and managers in industry. Topics are discussed reasonably expect some cross-fertilisations of conception through disposal, including quality, without complex math, but with citations to refer- research between the two areas to have occurred, cost, schedule, and user requirements. The objec- ences for those interested in an advanced math and this has happened but only recently. There are tive of Collaborative Engineering is to reduce the level. signs that both fields have matured and that efforts system/product development cycle time through to cross-fertilise are happening, but it is neither a better integration of resources, activities and Features complete nor common yet. processes. 7 Covers protocols and other significant issues of Robot spatial mapping, in this book, is about the next generation optical networks the problem of a robot computing a representa- Features tion of its environment from data gathered by its 7 Latest research results 7 Collection of mate- Contents sensors. This problem has been studied since the rials from experts in the proposed topic(s) Introduction.- Digital Networks.- WDM Tech- creation of the first autonomous mobile robot in 7 Applied methods developed in field of collab- nology and Networks.- Next Generation SONET/ the late nineteen-sixties. People and animals also orative engineering 7 Collaborative engineering SDH.- The Optical Transport Network.- Network compute a representation of their environment, with the emphasis on Product Design 7 Discus- Synchronization.- Network Performance.- which is commonly referred to as a cognitive map. sion on the need and solutions for new engineering Network Protection and Fault Management.- Cognitive spatial mapping is about the problem of paradigm and philosophy required for Collabora- Network Security.- Conclusion. computing a cognitive map, and has been studied tive Engineering (CE) 7 Axiomatic Design and extensively by many researchers of disparate Concurrent Engineering principles Fields of interest backgrounds. Communications Engineering, Networks; Contents Computer Communication Networks; Computer Features Collaborative engineering.- Product life cycle.- Systems Organization and Communication 7 Leading research in the field of cognitive Design for six sigman.- The power of dimensional Networks mapping and robot mapping 7 Brings together analysis.- Knowledge management.- Computer robotics and cognition networking.- Data mining.- Intelligent design and Target groups manufacturing.- Rapid manufacturing.- Simula- Senior level undergraduate students, graduate From the contents tion modeling.- Autonomous robotic systems.- students, technical managers, research and devel- Part I Robot Mapping.- Part II Cognitive Modular design.- Design and manufacturing opment engineers, technical marketers Mapping.- Part III Cognitive Robot Mapping. complexity.- A methodology for cellular manufac- turing systems. Discount group Fields of interest P Automation and Robotics; Biomedical Engi- Fields of interest neering; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics) Industrial and Production Engineering; Manufac- turing, Machines, Tools; Production/Logistics Target groups Researchers, students and professionals in robotics Target groups and cognition Collaborative engineers, integrated product designers Discount group P Discount group P
Due December 2007 Due March 2008 Due November 2007 2008 . Approx . 350 p . (Springer Tracts in Advanced Robotics, Volume 38) Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 350 p . Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 350 p . Hardcover 7 approx. $109.00 7 approx. $149.00 7 $99.00 ISBN 978-3-540-75386-5 ISBN 978-0-387-47319-2 ISBN 978-0-387-71755-5 92 Engineering Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
H. Kretzschmar, Hochschule Zittau/Görlitz M. Kurzynski, E. Puchala, M. Wozniak, A. Zolnierek, R. Lauwereins, IMEC vzw and Katholieke Universiteit Wroclaw University of Technology, Wroclaw, Poland Leuven, Belgium; J. Madsen, Informatics and Math- Mollier h,s - Diagram for (Eds .) ematical Modelling, Technical University of Denmark, Denmark (Eds .) Water and Steam Computer Recognition IAPWS Industrial Formulation 1997 for the Systems 2 Design, Automation, and Test Thermodynamic Properties of Water and in Europe Steam The Most Influential Papers of 10 Years DATE This book presents the results of the 5th Inter- national Conference on Computer Recognition This diagram is based on the newest Industrial Sstems CORES’07 held 22-25 October 2007 in The Design, Automation and Test in Europe Standard IAPWS-IF97 for the Thermodynamic Hotel Tumski, Wroclaw, Poland. It brings together (DATE) conference celebrated in 2007 its tenth Properties of Water and Steam. original research results in both methodological anniversary. As a tribute to the chip and system- issues and different application areas of pattern level design and design technology community, Fields of interest recognition. The contributions cover all topics in this book presents a compilation of the three most Engineering Thermodynamics, Transport pattern recognition including: Classification and influential papers of each year. This provides an Phenomena; Engineering Fluid Dynamics; Physics interpretation of text, video, voice; statistical, soft excellent historical overview of the evolution of and Applied Physics in Engineering and structural methods of pattern recognition; a domain that contributed substantially to the image processing, analysis and interpretation; growth and competitiveness of the circuit elec- Target groups machine learning; data and Web mining; know tronics and systems industry. Engineers in industry (power-cycle technology, ledge-based decision support systems; advanced The winners of the prestigious EDAA Lifetime general energy technology, plant technology) and signal processing methods or special hardware Achievement Award as well as other recognized in utilities; scientists in the fields of energy tech- architecture. experts in their field wrote an introduction to each nology, nuclear technology, and nuclear physics section, summarizing the history in their domain Features and indicating how the selected DATE papers Discount group 7 Presents the latest results in computer recog- contributed to it. P nition systems, pattern recognition, machine learning, web and data mining Features 7 Comprehensive historical overview of the Contents evolutions in the last 10 years in the field of design, Part I Image Processing and Computer Vision.- automation and test 7 Contains the most influen- Part II Features, Learning, and Clssifiers.- Part III tial papers selected from Europe’s most important Speech and Word Recognition.- Part IV Medical conference on Design, Automation and Test Applications.- Part V Various Applications. (DATE) 7 Most influential papers placed into historical context by recognized experts Fields of interest Appl.Mathematics/Computational Methods of From the contents Engineering; Pattern Recognition; Artificial Intel- Section 1: System Level Design. Section 2: Net- ligence (incl. Robotics) works on Chip. Section 3: Modeling, Simulation and Run-Time Management. Section 4: Design Target groups technology for advanced digital systems in CMOS Researchers, engineers, graduate students in and beyond. Section 5: Physical design and valida- pattern recognition, computational intelligence, tion. Section 6: Test and verification. Appendix: computer science and information engineering Shortlist of most influential papers per year.
Discount group Fields of interest P Circuits and Systems; Electronics and Microelec- tronics, Instrumentation; Computer Hardware
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D. Mandic, M. Golz, A. Kuh, D. Obradovic, T. Tanaka C. Müller-Karger, S. Wong, A. La Cruz, Universidad D. N. Murthy, The University of Queensland, Bris- (Eds .) Simón Bolívar, Caracas, Venezuela (Eds .) bane, QLD, Australia; K. A. Kobbacy, University of Salford, Greater Manchester, UK (Eds .) Signal Processing Techniques IV Latin American Congress on for Knowledge Extraction and Biomedical Engineering 2007, Complex System Maintenance Information Fusion Bioengineering Solution Handbook for Latin America Health This book brings together the latest research September 24th-28th, 2007, The efficient functioning of modern society achievements from various areas of signal Margarita Island, Venezuela depends on the smooth operation of many processing and related disciplines in order to complex systems including transport and commu- IV Congreso Latinoamericano de Ingeniería consolidate the existing and proposed new direc- nication systems, manufacturing and processing tions in DSP based knowledge extraction and Biomédica, CLAIB 2007 plants, utilities, hospitals and banks. Such systems information fusion. Within the book contributions Soluciones de Bioingeniería para la salud en are unreliable because they degrade with age presenting both novel algorithms and existing Latina and/or usage and fail when no longer capable of applications, especially those (but not restricted to) Isla de Margarita, Venezuela, 24 al 28 de delivering the products/services. The consequences on-line processing of real world data are included. Septiembre de 2007 of a failed complex system can be dramatic (e.g. The areas of Knowledge Extraction and Infor- economic losses). These failures can be controlled mation Fusion are naturally linked and aim at by preventive maintenance actions. Advances in detecting and estimating the signal of interest and The IV Latin American Congress on Biomedical the understanding of the physics of failure, and in its parameters, and further at combining measure- Engineering, CLAIB2007, corresponds to the the technologies used to combat this failure have ments from multiple sensors (and associated data- triennial congress for the Regional Bioengi- resulted in a vast literature on this topic. This book bases if appropriate) to achieve improved accura- neering Council for Latin America (CORAL), it is the first to integrate this literature with chapters cies and more specific inferences which cannot be is supported by the International Federation for on a particular aspect of maintenance written achieved by using only a single signal modality. Medical and Biological Engineering (IFMBE) by internationally-renowned researchers and and the Engineering in Medicine, Biology Society practitioners. This book will interest maintenance Features (IEEE-EMBS). This time the Venezuela Society of engineers and managers in industry as well as 7 Presents knowledge extraction and information Bioengineering (SOVEB) organized the confer- researchers and graduate students in maintenance, fusion supported by state of the art background ence, with the slogan Bioengineering solution for industrial engineering and applied mathematics. material 7 Brings together cutting edge research, Latin America health. both theoretical and applied, and reflects the El IV Congreso Latinoamericano de Ingeniería Features state of the art both in terms of theory applied Biomédica, CLAIB2007, corresponde a la confer- 7 No other book provides such depth and to biomedical, industrial, and environmental encia trianual del Consejo Regional de Ingeniería coverage on the topic of maintenance of unreliable problems 7 Includes contributions by editors and Biomédica para América Latina (CORAL), y es systems 7 Discusses both theory and practice contributors who are experts in their areas and are apoyada por la Federación Internacional para 7 Chapters written by internationally-renowned geographically diverse la Ingeniería Médica y Biológica (IFMBE) y, la researchers and experienced practitioners Sociedad para la Ingeniería en Biología y Medicina Fields of interest (IEEE-EMBS). En esta oportunidad la Sociedad From the contents Signal Processing; Communications Engineering, Venezolana de Bioingeniería (SOVEB) organizó la Maintenance: An Evolutionary Perspective.- New Networks; conferencia, bajo el lema Soluciones de Bioingeni- Technologies for Maintenance.- Reliability Centred ería para la salud en Latina. Maintenance.- Condition-based Maintenance Target groups Modelling.- Maintenance Based on Limited Data.- IEEE signal processing society, including machine Field of interest Reliability Prediction and Accelerated Testing.- learning for signal processing, multimodal signal Biomedical Engineering Preventive Maintenance Models for Complex processing, nonlinear systems, data and sensor Systems.- Artificial Intelligence in Maintenance.- fusion and spectum estimation and feature extrac- Target groups Maintenance of Repairable Systems. tion Engineers, researchers, and congress participants Fields of interest Discount group Discount group Quality Control, Reliability, Safety and Risk; Tech- P P nology Management; Systems and Information Theory in Engineering
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P. Nyhuis, H. Wiendahl, Universität Hannover M. R. Ogiela, R. Tadeusiewicz, AGH University, T. Peters, Robarts Research Institute, London, Krakow, Poland Canada; K. Cleary, Georgetown University Medical Fundamentals of Production Center, Washington, DC, USA (Eds .) Modern Computational Logistics Image-Guided Interventions Theory, Tools and Applications Intelligence Methods for the Interpretation of Medical Technology and Applications Images This book comprehensively encapsulates for the first time the fundamentals of modeling Logistic Image-Guided Intervention: Technology and Operating Curves for production and storage Applications provides a comprehensive overview processes including how they can be derived and A detailed description of up-to-date methods of the current technological advances in image- calculated based on standard operating data. In used for computer processing and interpretation guided surgery. Edited and authored by leading doing so, the authors clearly demonstrate the of medical images is given. The scope of the book researchers in the field, this volume blends the mutual dependencies between the often contradic- include images acquisition, storing with compres- expertise of both engineers and physicians, tory logistic objectives, i.e. on the one hand low sion, processing, analysis, recognition and also its offering the latest findings amidst the growing throughput times and high delivery reliability and automatic understanding In introduction general demand for minimally-invasive procedures. on the other hand low WIP levels and high rates overview of the computer vision methods designed Complete with detailed color images, readers will of utilization. Moreover, they also explain how for medical images is presented. Next sources of find a description of existing tools such as local- these objectives can be improved using the Logistic medical images are presented with their general izers/tracking systems, augmented reality, rigid Operating Curve Theory and why this method thus characteristics. Both traditional (like X-ray) body registration and high frequency ultrasound provides an interesting alternative to simulations. and very modern (like PET) sources of medical used in various applications, including cranial, images are presented. The main emphasis is placed orthopedic, and endovascular interventions. Features on such properties of medical images given by Image-Guided Intervention: Technology and 7 The coherences within production logistics are particular medical imaging methods which are Applications is a useful reference for engineers, thoroughly explained and the fundamentals are important form the point of view of its computer physicists, computer scientists and physicians discussed by scientifically proven approaches processing, analysis and recognition. The consecu- working with image-guidance technology. 7 Many application examples enhance the tive parts of the book describes compression and transfer of the theory into the practise processing methods, including many methods Features developed by authors especially for medical 7 First book in the field to provide a comprehen- Contents images. sive overview of current technological devices used Introduction.- Basics of modelling.- Traditional for minimally-invasive procedures 7 Includes models of production logistics.- Derivation of Features technology and applications-oriented chapters, the operating curve theory.- Fundamental laws of 7 Examines the processing, analyzing, classi- written by engineers and physicians 7 Features production logistics.- Application of the operating fying, recognizing and automatically interpreting color images in addition to the in-depth coverage curve theory.- Bottleneck-oriented logistic analysis medical images of the current tools used in image-guided surgery in practice.-Application of the operating curve 7 Authored by leading researchers and profes- theory for storage processes.- Use of the operating From the contents sionals in the field curve theory in process chains.- Summery and Sources of medical images and their general outlook.- Literature. characteristics.- Compressing medical images and From the contents storing them in medical databases.- Preprocessing Overview and History of Image-Guided Surgery.- Fields of interest medical images and their overall enhancement.- Localizers/Tracking Systems.- Visualization Engineering Economics, Organization, Logistics, Algorithms and methods for the goal-oriented Systems.- Augmented Reality.- Software.- Rigid Marketing; Production/Logistics; Industrial and processing of medical images.- Pattern recognition, Body Registration.- Deformable Registration.- Production Engineering clustering and classification applied to selected Segmentation.- Image Acquisition - IGS Specific medical images.- Automatic understanding of Systems.- High Frequency Ultrasound.- Cranial Target groups medical images as a new paradigm for advanced Applications.- Orthopedic Applications. Readers in science, research and in the industry computer aiding of medical investigations. Fields of interest Discount group Fields of interest Biomedical Engineering; Imaging / Radiology; P Appl. Mathematics/Computational Methods of Signal Processing Engineering; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics) Target groups Target groups Engineers, physicists, computer scientists, and Engineers, researchers, and students in computa- physicians working in the field of image-guided tional intelligence and medical technology surgery
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A. Safarian, Broadcom Corporation, Irvine, CA, USA; R. E. Skelton, University of California at San Diego, H. Stoelting, University of Hannover, Germany; P. Heydari, University of California, Irvine, CA, USA La Jolla, CA, USA; M. C. Oliveira, Dynamic Systems E. Kallenbach, TU Ilmenau, Germany (Eds .) Research, Inc ., San Diego, CA, USA Silicon-Based RF Front-Ends Handbook of Fractional- for Ultra Wideband Radios Dynamics and Control of Horsepower Drives Tensegrity Systems
“Silicon-Based RF Front-Ends for UWB Radios” Fractional-Horsepower drives are crucial for all comprehensively studies silicon-based distributed Dynamics and Control of Tensegrity Systems kinds of products, from simple domestic utensils architectures in wideband circuits. discusses analytical tools to design energy effi- to most complex technological applications. It then presents design and analysis of a perfor- cient and lightweight structures employing the This handbook gives a practical overview on the mance-optimized CMOS distributed LNA. It also concept of “tensegrity.” This word is Buckminister available drives. It gives a comprehensive refer- investigates novel distributed RF front-ends for Fuller’s contraction of the words “Tensile” and ence about design, functionality, properties, and UWB IF-receivers (UWB-DRF). To save area and “Integrity,” which suggests that integrity or, as applications of fractional horsepower drives and power, merged LNA/mixers were distributed along we would say, stability of the structure comes introduces into their control and the mechanical the LC transmission lines. The book continues from tension. In a tensegrity structure the rigid transducers. Additionally, the book shows us with a novel distributed direct conversion RF bodies (the bars) might not have any contact, avenues for projecting new drives. front-end (DDC-RF). The DDC-RF power and thus providing extraordinary freedom to control With first English edition of the bestselling area-efficiently combines the wideband distributed shape, by controlling only tendons. This book will German book, the author address practicing approach with IQ requirement of a direct conver- provide both static and dynamic analysis of special engineers as well as students of electrical and sion receiver. Furthermore, deploying merged tensegrity structural concepts, which are motivated mechanical engineering, control and mechatronics. LNA/mixer enables low-power design, while by biological material architecture. This will be the achieving superior linearity over the conventional first book written to attempt to integrate structure Features distributed amplifiers. The baseband output signals and control design. 7 Technological overview of the standard small are zero/low-IF, hence the output TLs in conven- electric dives 7 Written by 12 top experts in the tional distributed circuits were omitted, resulting Features field in less area of the DDC-RF. 7 Addresses the design of tensegrity structures using analytical tools 7 Discusses and integrates Fields of interest Features four major topics in a combined framework: Power Engineering; Machinery and Machine 7 Novel circuit architectures for ultra-wideband structural design; control design; sensor/actuator Elements; Automation and Robotics (UWB) wireless technologies 7 Low power and placement; and sensor/actuator selection small area distributed circuits 7 Performance 7 Discusses the rules for filling space (tessela- Target groups optimized distributed circuits 7 Unveiling new tion) with self-similar structures that guarantee a Engineers in product development, advanced multi-antenna UWB transceiver architectures with specific mechanical property students of electrical engineering beamforming From the contents Discount group From the contents Part I: Introduction to Tensegrity Structures. Moti- P 1.1. Organization of the Book. 2.1. Wire- vation. Simple planar tensegrity structures. The less World of Technologies. 3.1. Wideband LNA simplest 3D tensegrity: the Snelson Prism. Plates Matching. 4.1. UWB Zero/Low IF Dual Conver- and Shells. Columns.- Part II: Analysis of Tenseg- sion Receivers. 5.1. Distributed RF Front-End rity Structures. Static Analysis. Static Analysis. for Direct Conversion Receiver. 6.1. MA-UWB Dynamic Analysis.- Part III: Optimal Tensegrity Transceiver Architectures with Beamforming. Structures. Static Optimization 87. Fractal and Self-similar Structures. Fields of interest Circuits and Systems; Microwaves, RF and Optical Fields of interest Engineering; Communications Engineering, Vibration, Dynamical Systems, Control; Structural Networks Mechanics; Systems Theory, Control
Target groups Target groups Analog and radio-frequency (RF) integrated circuit Mechanical, aerospace, and civil engineers who (IC) designers; circuit researchers and educators; design light-weight, deployable and design shape- education of graduate and undergraduate students controllable structures; research engineers in the area of advanced dynamics
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S. Sumathi, T. Hamsapriya, P. Surekha, PSG College K. Tanuma, Gunma University, Kiryu, Japan D. Thévenin, G. Janiga, Otto-v .-Guericke-Universität of Technology, Coimbatore, India Magdeburg, Germany (Eds .) Stroh Formalism and Rayleigh Frontiers of Evolutionary Waves Optimization and Computation Computational Fluid Theoretical Advances and Applications in Dynamics Evolutionary Algorithms, Genetic Algorithms, The Stroh formalism is a powerful and elegant Genetic Programming and Parallel Genetic mathematical method developed for the analysis of Algorithms the equations of anisotropic elasticity. The purpose The numerical optimization of practical appli- of this exposition is to introduce the essence of cations has been an issue of major importance this formalism and demonstrate its effectiveness in for the last 10 years. It allows to explore reliable both static and dynamic elasticity. non-trivial configurations, differing widely from This book gives a good introduction to evolu- It is divided into three chapters. Chapter 1 gives all known solutions. The purpose of this book is to tionary computation for those who are first a succinct introduction to the Stroh formalism so introduce the state of the art concerning this issue, entering the field and are looking for insight into that the reader could grasp the essentials as quickly called in what follows CFD-based Optimization the underlying mechanisms behind them. Empha- as possible. In Chapter 2 several important topics (CFD-O). sizing the scientific and machine learning applica- in static elasticity, which include fundamental Many complementary application are presented, so tions of genetic algorithms instead of applications solutions, piezoelectricity, and inverse boundary that interested researchers and engineers will get a to optimization and engineering, the book could value problems, are studied on the basis of the clear view of the present possibilities for all prob- serve well in an actual course on adaptive algo- Stroh formalism. lems where the numerical optimization process rithms. The author includes excellent problem sets, Chapter 3 is devoted to Rayleigh waves, for long relies on evaluations obtained through Computa- these being divided up into “thought exercises” a topic of utmost importance in nondestructive tional Fluid Dynamics. and “computer exercises” in genetic algorithm. evaluation, seismology, and materials science. Practical use of genetic algorithms demands an There we discuss existence, uniqueness, phase Contents understanding of how to implement them, and the velocity, polarization, and perturbation of Rayleigh Part 1, Generalities and Methods: Introduction.- author does so in the last two chapters of the book waves through the Stroh formalism. A Few Illustrative Examples of CFD-based Opti- by giving the applications in various fields. This mization.- Main Issues from the Point of View of book also outlines some ideas on when genetic Features Applied Mathematics.- Adjoint Methods for Shape algorithms and genetic programming should be 7 Introduces a powerful and elegant math- Optimization. Part 2, Specific applications of CFD- used, and this is useful since a newcomer to the ematical method for the analysis of anisotropic Based Optimization to Engineering Problems: Effi- field may be tempted to view a genetic algorithm as elasticity equations 7 The reader can grasp the cient Deterministic Approaches for Aerodynamic merely a fancy Monte Carlo simulation. essentials as quickly as possible 7 Can be used Shape Optimization.- Numerical Optimization for as a textbook, which presents compactly introduc- Advanced Turbomachinery Design.- CFD-based Features tion and applications of the Stroh formalism Optimization for Automotive Aerodynamics.- 7 Basic Introduction to Evolutionary Computa- 7 Appeals to the people not only in mathematics Multi-Objective Optimization for Problems tion 7 Contains basic concepts, several applica- but also in mechanics and engineering science Involving Convective Heat Transfer.- CFD-based tions of Evolutionary Computation and solved Optimization for a Complete Industrial Process: Problems using MATLAB software and C/C++ From the contents Papermaking. 7 Written for a wide range of readers, who wishes Chapter 1: Stroh’s Formalism for Static Elasticity. to learn the basic concepts of Evolutionary and Chapter 2: Applications in Static Elasticity. Fields of interest Genetic Algorithms 7 A starter can understand Chapter 3: Rayleigh waves in Stroh’s formalism. Engineering Fluid Dynamics; Fluids; Numerical the concepts with a minimal effort and Computational Methods Fields of interest Fields of interest Appl. Mathematics/Computational Methods of Target groups Appl. Mathematics/Computational Methods of Engineering; Partial Differential Equations; Researchers and professional engineers in compu- Engineering; Artificial Intelligence (incl. Robotics) Mathematical Methods in Physics tational fluid dynamics, numerical optimization
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S. Tichkiewitch, M. Tollenaere, INPG G-SCOP Labora- H. Yamaguchi, Doshisha University, Kyo-Tanabeshi, tory, Grenoble, France; P. Ray (Eds .) Kyoto, Japan Advances in Integrated Engineering Fluid Mechanics Design and Manufacturing in Mechanical Engineering II This book is intended to serve as a unique and comprehensive textbook for scientists and engi- The 33 papers presented in this book were selected neers as well as advanced students in thermo-fluid from amongst the 97 papers presented during the courses. It provides an intensive monograph sixth edition of the International Conference on essential for understanding dynamics of ideal Integrated Design and Manufacturing in Mechan- fluid, Newtonian fluid, non-Newtonian fluid and ical Engineering during 28 sessions. Two keynote magnetic fluid. These distinct, yet intertwined papers, one presented by Professor Stephen Lu, subjects are addressed in an integrated manner. from the IMPACT Research Laboratory, Univer- It starts with coherent treatment of fundamental sity of Southern California, USA, on “Supporting continuum mechanics, with an emphasis on participative joint decisions in integrated design the intrinsic angular momentum, by which the and manufacturing teams”, and one written by concepts of ferrodynamics are progressively built Professor Stefan Rudolph from Stuttgart University up, and serve as a foundation for later develop- about “Know-How Reuse in the conceptual design ment. Flows of ideal and Newtonian fluids are phase of complex engineering products or: “Are followed by a detailed presentation of basic you still constructing manually or do you generate continuum equations for applications of fluid engi- already automatically”, introduce the subject of neering, which cover the design and operations of the Conference and are followed by the different various turbomachines, heat exchangers and flow themes highlighted during the conference: The elements. design/manufacturing interface; Integrated design of manufacturing processes; Life cycle design and Features manufacturing approaches; Agility in design and 7 Continuum mechanics approach 7 Broad manufacture spectrum of fluid mechanics in engineering appli- cation 7 Extended treatment in non-Newtonian Features and magnetic fluids 7 State of the art in its field 7 Follows on from previous conference in Bath 2004 From the contents Introduction. Preface. 1. Fundamentals in Fields of interest Continuum Mechanics. 2. Conservation equa- Mechanical Engineering; Industrial Design; Indus- tions in continuum mechanics. 3. Fundamental trial and Production Engineering Treatment for Fluid Engineering. 4. Perfect flow. 5. Compressible flow. 6. Newtonian flow. 7. Non- Target groups Newtonian fluid and flow. 8. Magnetic fluid and Attendees of the previous and future IDMME flow. conferences; academics, students and practitioners specialising in design and manufacturing issues in Fields of interest mechanical engineering Engineering Fluid Dynamics; Mechanical Engi- neering; Continuum Mechanics and Mechanics of Discount group Materials P Target groups Senior college or university students; postgraduate students; professional researchers in industries; mechanical or chemical engineering
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Springer Handbook of Acoustics Thomas D. Rossing, Stanford University, CA, USA (Ed.) Reviews the most important areas of acoustics Authors of the various chapters are all experts in their fields Each chapter is richly illustrated with figures and tables Audio and video files on CD-ROM
Acoustics, the science of sound, has developed into a broad interdisciplinary field encompassing the academic disciplines of physics, engineering, psychology, speech, audiology, music, architecture, physiology, neuroscience, and others. Here is an unparalleled modern handbook reflecting this richly interdisciplinary nature edited by one of the acknowledged masters in the field, Thomas Rossing. Researchers and students benefit from the comprehensive contents spanning: animal acoustics including infrasound and ultrasound, environmental noise control, music and human speech and singing, physiological and psychological acoustics, architectural acoustics, physical and engineering acoustics, medical acoustics, and ocean acoustics. This handbook reviews the most important areas of acoustics, with emphasis on current research. The authors of the various chapters are all experts in their fields. Each chapter is richly illustrated with figures and tables. The latest research and applications are incorporated throughout, e.g. computer recognition and synthesis of speech, physiological acoustics, psychological acoustics, thermoacoustics, diagnostic imaging and therapeutic applications and acoustical oceanography. With a Foreword by Manfred R. Schroeder
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L. S. Alperovich, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel; B. Aschenbach, V. Burwitz, G. Hasinger, MPI F. Bacciotti, Osservatorio Astrofisico di Arcetri, Italy; E. N. Fedorov, Russian Academy of Sciences, Garching, Germany; B. Leibundgut, ESO Garching, E. Whelan, Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies, Moscow, Russia Germany (Eds .) Dublin, Ireland; L. Testi, Osservatorio Astrofisico di Arcetri, Italy (Eds .) Hydromagnetic Waves in Relativistic Physics and the Magnetosphere and the Cosmology – Einstein’s Legacy Jets from Young Stars II Ionosphere International Astrophysics Conference, Clues from High Angular Resolution Munich, 7-11 November 2005 Observations
The book deals with Ultra-Low-Frequency (ULF)- electromagnetic waves observed on the Earth “Relativistic Astrophysics and Cosmology“ have This volume contains the edited lecture notes of and in Space. These are so-called geomagnetic developed into important and fruitful research the Second JETSET School on Jets from Young variations or pulsations. Alfvén‘s discovery related areas with a hitherto unprecented public interest. Stars: Clues from High Angular Resolution Obser- to the influence of the strong magnetic field on The year 2005, which marked the 100th anniver- vations held by the “Marie Curie Research and the conducting fluids (magnetohydrodynamics) sary of the ‚annus mirabilis‘, that year in which Training Network JET Simulations, Experiments led to development of the concept that the ULF- Albert Einstein published three of his most impor- and Theory”. After the opening two chapters on waves are magnetospheric magnetohydrodynamic tant scientific papers, was the perfect opportunity jet emission, readers can learn the fundamental (MHD)-waves. MHD-waves at their propagation to review and to present the current scientific background of modern high-spatial-resolution gather information about the magnetosphere, understanding of relativistic topics including techniques, and how such methods have impacted ionosphere, and the ground. There are two applied cosmological models, cosmology related measure- on our understanding of young stars. The lectures aspects based on using the ULF electromagnetic ments, the large scale properties of the Universe, provide hands-on insight into Observing from oscillations. dark matter and dark energy, the theory of gravity, space, e.g. from HST and in the future JWST, The first one is the ground-based diagnostics of the black holes, theory and measurements, active and from the ground with adaptive optics, The magnetosphere. This is an attempt to monitor in galactic nuclei, clusters of galaxies, jets. Each of use of interferometers at millimetre and infrared the real time the magnetosphere size, distance to these subjects is addressed and the book represents wavelengths, Spectro-astrometry, Image analysis the last closed field-lines, distribution of the cold a useful reference tool both for the expert and the and spectral diagnostic techniques, High-Angular plasma, etc. new-comer in these fields. Resolution studies of the inner regions of circum- The second one is the deep electromagnetic stellar disks which play a fundamental role in jet sounding of the Earth. The basis for these studies Features launching. is the capability of any electromagnetic wave to 7 Up-to-date reference on the theory of gravity, The books’ practical approach makes it an penetrate a conductor to a finite depth. relativistic astrophysics and cosmology outstanding and extremely useful textbook for PhD students and young researchers in astronomy. Features Contents 7 Integrates topics pertaining to all scales of the Part I Cosmology.- Part II Gravity.- Part III Black Features MHD-waves, emphasizing the linkages between Holes.- Part IV Active Galactic Nuclei.- Part V 7 Introduction to astrophysics and observation the ULF-waves below the ionosphere on the Clusters of Galaxies.- Part VI Gamma Ray Bursts.- of jets from young stars for advanced graduate, ground and magnetospheric MHD-waves Part VII X-ray Binaries and Jets.- Part VIII Confer- PhD students 7 Second of a series of 6 volumes ence Summary. forming a comprehensive account of jets from From the contents young stars 1 Partially Ionized Plasma. 2 Electrodynamic Fields of interest Properties Of Space. 3 Ulf-Waves On The Ground Relativity and Cosmology; Astronomy, Astro- Contents And In Space. 4 Magnetohydrodynamic Waves. physics and Cosmology Jet Emission.- Adaptive Optics, HST and Spectro- 5 Hydromagnetic Resonators. 6 FLR In Plasma Astronomy.- Interferometry: Technique and Configurations. 7 MHD-Waves In Layered Media. Target groups Applications. 8 Propagation Of MHD-Beams. 9 Inhomogeneous Expert and the new-comer in these fields Ionosphere. 10 Effective Conductivity Of A Cloudy Fields of interest Ionosphere. 11 ULF-Sounding Of Magnetosphere Discount group Astrophysics; Astronomy And Earth. P Target groups Fields of interest PhD students of astrophysics, young researchers Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology; Extra- terrestrial Physics, Space Sciences Discount group P Target groups Advanced graduate students, scientists.
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2007 . Approx . 445 p . (Astrophysics and Space Science 2008 . Approx . 530 p . (ESO Astrophysics Symposia) 2008 . Approx . 300 p . (Lecture Notes in Physics, Library, Volume 353) Hardcover Hardcover Volume 742) Hardcover 7 $169.00 7 $129.95 7 $79.95 ISBN 978-1-4020-6636-8 ISBN 978-3-540-74712-3 ISBN 978-3-540-68031-4 100 Physics/Astronomy Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
M. Baus, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, A. V. Borisov, V. V. Kozlov, I. S. Mamaev, H. L. Cycon, R. G. Froese, W. Kirsch, B. Simon Belgium; C. F. Tejero, Universidad Complutense de M. A. Sokolovskiy (Eds .) Madrid, Spain Schrödinger Operators IUTAM Symposium on Equilibrium Statistical Physics With Applications to Quantum Mechanics Hamiltonian Dynamics, Vortex and Global Geometry Phases of Matter and Phase Transitions Structures, Turbulence Proceedings of the IUTAM Symposium held in Moscow, 25-30 August, 2006 A complete understanding of Schrödinger opera- This is a textbook which gradually introduces tors is a necessary prerequisite for unveiling the the student to the statistical mechanical study of physics of nonrelativistic quantum mechanics. the different phases of matter and to the phase Furthermore recent research shows that it also transitions between them. Throughout, only simple This work brings together previously unpublished helps to deepen our insight into global differen- models of both ordinary and soft matter are used notes contributed by participants of the IUTAM tial geometry. This monograph written for both but these are studied in full detail. The subject is Symposium on Hamiltonian Dynamics, Vortex graduate students and researchers summarizes developed in a pedagogical manner, starting from Structures, Turbulence (Moscow, 25-30 August and synthesizes the theory of Schrödinger opera- the basics, going from the simple ideal systems to 2006). The study of vortex motion is of great tors emphasizing the progress made in the last the interacting systems, and ending with the more interest to fluid and gas dynamics: since all real decade by Lieb, Enss, Witten and others. Besides modern topics. The latter include the renormali- flows are vortical in nature, applications of the general properties, the book covers, in particular, sation group approach to critical phenomena, vortex theory are extremely diverse, many of them multiparticle quantum mechanics including the density functional theory of interfaces, the (e.g. aircraft dynamics, atmospheric and ocean bound states of Coulomb systems and scattering topological defects of nematic liquid crystals and phenomena) being especially important. The last theory, quantum mechanics in constant electric the kinematic aspects of the phase transformation few decades have shown that serious possibilities and magnetic fields, Schrödinger operators with process. This textbook provides the student with for progress in the research of real turbulent vortex random and almost periodic potentials and, finally, a complete overview, intentionally at an intro- motions are essentially related to the combined Schrödinger operator methods in differential ductory level, of the theory of phase transitions. use of mathematical methods, computer simula- geometry to prove the Morse inequalities and the References include suggestions for more detailed tion and laboratory experiments. These approaches index theorem. treatments and four appendices supply overviews have led to a series of interesting results which This corrected and extended reprint contains of the mathematical tools employed in the text. allow us to study the these processes from new updated proofs and references as well as notes on perspectives. the development in the field over the past twenty Features years. 7 Unique and consistent mathematical disquisi- Features tion 7 All equations and deductions included 7 High quality research from leading scientific Contents 7 Problems and solutions schools all over the world Self-Adjointness.- Lp-Properties of Eigenfunctions, and All That.- Geometric Methods for Bound Contents Fields of interest States.- Local Commutator Estimates.- Phase Space Part I. Basics: Mechanics.- Thermodynamics.- Fluids; Oceanography; Numerical and Computa- Analysis of Scattering.- Magnetic Fields.- Elec- Statistical Physics.- Part II. Ideal Systems: Micro- tional Methods tric Fields.- Complex Scaling.- Random Jacobi canonical Ensemble.- Canonical Ensemble.- Grand Matrices.- Almost Periodic Jacobi Matrices.- Canonical Ensemble.- Part III. Non-Ideal Systems: Target groups Witten’s Proof of the Morse Inequalities.- Patodi’s Classical Systems with Interactions.- Phases Students, postgraduate students, research fellows, Proof of the Gauss-Bonnet-Chern Theorem and of Matter.- Phase Transitions.- Part IV. More postdoctoral workers, lecturers and researchers Superproofs of Index Theorems.- Bibliography.- Advanced Topics: Critical Phenomena.- Inter- across the theory of vortices, dynamical systems, List of Symbols.- Subject Index. faces.- Topological Defects.- Phase Transformation fluid and gas dynamics, water problems, oceanog- Kinetics.- Part V Appendices: Legendre Trans- raphy and other applications of vortex theory Fields of interest formations.- Random Variables.- Functional and Quantum Physics; Quantum Computing, Informa- Functional Derivative.- A Quasicrystalline Lattice. Discount group tion and Physics; Operator Theory P Fields of interest Target groups Statistical Physics; Soft Matter, Complex Fluids; Advanced students Thermodynamics Discount group Target groups P Graduate students in physics, chemical engi- neering and materials sciences
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J. Dilling, M. Comyn, J. Thomson, TRIUMF, T. Di Salvo, A. Antonelli, G. L. Israel, L. Piersanti, H. Fehske, Universität Greifswald, Germany; Vancouver, BC, Canada; G. Gwinner, University of L. Burderi, F. Fiore, G. Matt, A. Tornambe, R. Schneider, Max-Planck-Institut für Plasmaphysik, Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada (Eds .) M. T. Menna (Eds .) Greifswald, Germany; A. Weiße, Universität Greifswald, Germany (Eds .) TCP 2006 The Multicolored Landscape Proceedings of the 4th International of Compact Objects and Their Computational Many-Particle Conference on Trapped Charged Particles Explosive Origins Physics and Fundamental Physics, TCP 2006, held in Cefalu 2006 Parksville, Canada, 3-8 September, 2006 Complicated many-particle problems abound in nature and in research alike. Plasma physics, The TCP06 conference in Parksville on Vancouver Information published in these Proceedings books for example, or statistical and condensed matter Island showcased the impressive progress in will be useful for researcher working in Astronomy physics are all heavily dependent on efficient the study of fundamental physics using trapped and Astrophysics, mainly in the field of observa- methods for solving such problems. Addressing charged particles. Atom and ion trapping has revo- tional and theoretical studies of compact objects graduate students and young researchers, this lutionized atomic physics and related fields. It has (such as super-massive and stellar mass black book presents an overview and introduction to proven to be particularly useful for fundamental holes, highly and weakly magnetized neutron stars, state-of-the-art numerical methods for studying physics experiments, as the tight control over the and white dwarfs, isolated or in binary systems, interacting classical and quantum many-particle particles‘ degrees of freedom leads to increased Galactic or extra-galactic) and their progenitors or systems. A broad range of techniques and algo- precision and efficient use of exotic species such as end points (such as Supernovae and Gamma-ray rithms are covered, and emphasis is placed on their radioactive atoms or anti-matter. The topics of the Bursts). implementation on modern high-performance meeting included fundamental interactions and All papers have been peer-reviewed. These two computers. symmetries, quantum electrodynamics, quantum Proceedings books contain the scientific discus- state manipulation and quantum information, sions that more than one hundred scientists from Features precision spectroscopy and frequency standards, all over the world have had during a two-weeks 7 Covers the major developments in computa- storage ring physics, highly charged ions in traps, conference held in Cefalù (in the beautiful island tional many-particle physics 7 Integrates classical traps for radioactive isotopes, plasmas and collec- of Sicily, Italy) from 11 to 24 June 2006. Oral and quantum physics and computational methods tive behaviour, and anti-hydrogen. Highlights from contributions and posters were presented at 7 Both a study text for students and a reference related fields such as fundamental physics studies the conference dealing with the astrophysics of work for researchers 7 Graduate students will with neutral, trapped atoms were also presented. compact objects, such as super-massive and stellar benefit from the basic introductions and explana- The combination of overview articles by leaders in mass black holes, highly and weakly magnetized tions of the application of the theories the field and detailed reports on recent research neutron stars, and white dwarfs, both isolated results will without doubt make these proceed- and in binary systems, and of their progenitors Contents ings an extremely useful reference for researchers or end-points, such as Supernovae and Gamma Introduction.- Molecular Dynamics.- Kinetic within the community, but also for those who Ray Bursts. In particular the meeting (and the Methods.- Classical Monte Carlo.- Quantum study similar physics with different techniques, or following Proceedings books) are focused on Monte Carlo.- Ab Initio Methods.- Effective Field use trapping methods for different purposes. several scientific areas that are briefly described in Approaches.- Iterative Methods for Sparse Eigen- the following. value Problems.- The Density Matrix Renormalisa- Fields of interest tion Group: Concepts and Applications.- Concepts Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory Fields of interest of High-Performance Computing. Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology; Target groups Astronomy; Astrophysics Fields of interest Scientists Mathematical and Computational Physics; Nuclear Target groups Physics, Heavy Ions, Hadrons Discount group Researcher working in Astronomy and Astro- P physics, mainly in the field of observational and Target groups theoretical studies of compact objects (such as Graduate students and young researchers super-massive and stellar mass black holes, highly and weakly magnetized neutron stars, and white Discount group dwarfs, isolated or in binary systems, Galactic or P extra-galactic) and their progenitors or end points (such as Supernovae and Gamma-ray Bursts)
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K. E. Fishbaugh, D. J. Des Marais, O. Korablev, J. D. Gillaspy, J. J. Curry, W. L. Wiese, National A. Guénault, Lancaster University, UK P. Lognonné, F. Raulin (Eds .) Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD, USA (Eds .) Statistical Physics Geology and Habitability of Terrestrial Planets Atomic Processes in Plasmas The 15th International Conference on Atomic In this revised and enlarged second edition of an Processes in Plasmas established text Tony Guénault provides a clear Given the fundamental importance of and and refreshingly readable introduction to statistical universal interest in whether extraterrestrial life physics, an essential component of any first degree has developed or could eventually develop in our All papers have been peer-reviewed. This volume in physics. The treatment itself is self-contained solar system and beyond, it is vital that an exami- reports the latest work of 37 leading researchers and concentrates on an understanding of the nation of planetary habitability go beyond simple invited to speak at the 15th International Confer- physical ideas, without requiring a high level of assumptions such as, “Where there is water, there ence on Atomic Processes in Plasmas. The topics mathematical sophistication. is life”. This book has resulted from a workshop span 11 orders of magnitude of temperature A straightforward quantum approach to statis- at the International Space Science Institute (ISSI) (from laser-cooled particles to fusion reactors) tical averaging is adopted from the outset (easier, in Bern, Switzerland which brought together and 25 orders of magnitude of length scale (from the author believes, than the classical approach). planetary geologists, geophysicists, atmospheric nanolithography to astrophysics). Topics discussed The initial part of the book is geared towards scientists and biologists to discuss the multi- include: Plasmas, Atomic Physics, High Energy explaining the equilibrium properties of a simple faceted problem of how the habitability of a planet Density Physics (HEDP), Magnetic Fusion, isolated assembly of particles. Thus, several impor- co-evolves with the geology of the surface and Astrophysics, Lighting, Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) tant topics, for example an ideal spin-½ solid, can interior, the atmosphere, and the magnetosphere. Lithography, Laser Produced Plasmas, Electron be discussed at an early stage. The treatment of Beam Ion Traps (EBIT), Highly Charged Ions, gases gives full coverage to Maxwell-Boltzmann, Features Atomic Data, Plasma Modeling, Plasma-Solid Fermi-Dirac and Bose-Einstein statistics. 7 Presents the combined scientific expertise of Interactions, Fourth Generation Light Sources researchers studying the conditions of life on other (LCLS, XFEL), Plasma Diagnostics, Atomic Spec- Features planets troscopy. 7 A comprehensive and fundamental, but down- to-earth approach of statistical physics 7 Also From the contents Fields of interest featuring statistics of gases, condensed matter A Multidisciplinary Approach to Habitability.- Astrophysics; Atoms and Molecules in Strong physics, applications such as superfluids and astro- Fundamental Requirements for Life.- Emergence Fields, Plasma Physics physics, and a discussion of chemical thermody- of a Habitable Planet.- Creating Habitable Zones namics including chemical equilibrium At All Scales, From Planets to Muds, on Earth Target groups and on Mars.- Conversation on the Habitability of PhD scientists and graduate students at national Contents Worlds: The Importance of Volatiles.- Water, Life, laboratories, universities, and industry working in Preface. 1: Basic Ideas. 2: Distinguishable Particles. and Planetary Geodynamical Evolution.- Introduc- Atomic Physics, Plasma Diagnostics, and Astro- 3: Two Examples. 4: Gases: The Density of States. tion to Chapter 6.- Chapter 6, Part 1: A Compara- physical Modeling 5: Gases: The Distributions. 6: Maxwell-Boltzmann tive Study of the Influence of the Active Young Gases. 7: Diatomic Gases. 8: Fermi-Dirac Gases. Sun on the Early Atmospheres of Earth, Mars, Discount group 9: Bose-Einstein Gases. 10: Entropy in Other and Venus.- Chapter 6, Part 2: Planetary Magentic P Situations. 11: Phase Transitions. 12: Two New Fields and Solar Forcing: Implications for Atmo- Ideas. 13: Chemical Thermodynamics. 14: Dealing spheric Evolution. with Interactions. 15: Statistics under Extreme Conditions. Appendix A – Some Elementary Fields of interest Counting Problems. Appendix B – Some Problems Extraterrestrial Physics, Space Sciences; Astrobi- with Large Numbers. Appendix C – Some Useful ology; Planetology Integrals. Appendix D – Some Useful Constants. Appendix E – Exercises. Appendix F – Answers to Target groups Exercises. Index. Libraries in Astronomy and Geosciences, researchers in Planetary Geology, Astrobiology, Fields of interest and Planetary Geophysics Statistical Physics; Thermodynamics; Statistics for Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Chem- Discount group istry & Geosciences P Target groups Undergraduate and graduate students
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J. Holbrook, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, S. Hubrig, ESO Santiago, Chile; M. Petr-Gotzens, ESO K. d. Jager, S. Kox, D. Lhuillier, F. Maas, S. Page, USA; R. Thebe Medupe, University of Cape Town, Garching, Germany; A. Tokovinin, CTIO La Serena, C. Papanicolas, S. Stiliaris, J. V. Wiele (Eds .) Rondebosch, South Africa; J. O. Urama, University of Chile (Eds .) Nigeria Nsukka, Enuga State, Nigeria (Eds .) From Parity Violation to Multiple Stars across the African Cultural Astronomy Hadronic Structure and more H-R Diagram Proceedings of the 3rd International Current Archaeoastronomy and Proceedings of the ESO Workshop held in Workshop Held at Milos, Greece, Ethnoastronomy Research in Africa Garching, Germany, 12-15 July 2005 May 16-20, 2006
This is the first scholarly collection of articles focused on the cultural astronomy of Africans. The ESO workshop “Multiple Stars across the H-R This book contains the proceedings of the third It weaves together astronomy, anthropology, and Diagram” was held in Garching on July 12-15, international workshop on “From Parity Violation Africa and it includes African myths and legends 2005. The topics included observations of multiple to Hadronic Structure and more ...” which was about the sky, alignments to celestial bodies found stars from ground and space, dynamical and held from May 16 to May 20, 2006, at the George at archaeological sites and at places of worship, stellar evolution in multiple systems, effects of the Eliopoulos conference center on the Greek island rock art with celestial imagery, and scientific environment on multiplicity, formation and early of Milos. It is part of a series that started in Mainz thinking revealed in local astronomy traditions evolution of multiple stars, and special compo- in 2002 and was followed by a second workshop in including ethnomathematics and the creation nents of multiple stars. Grenoble in 2004. While originally initiated by the of calendars. Authors include astronomers Kim Research on multiple stars has seen major develop- extraction of the strangeness contribution to the Malville, Johnson Urama, and Thebe Medupe; ments during recent years due to the availability electromagnetic form factors of the nucleon, the archaeologist Felix Chami, and geographer of large-aperture telescopes equipped with highly workshop series has continuously broadened the Michael Bonine, and many new authors. As an sophisticated instruments for multi-wavelength focus to the application of Parity Violation using emerging subfield of cultural astronomy, African observations, of modern interferometers and of hadronic probes and to Parity Violation experi- cultural astronomy researchers are focused on new satellites. The combination of results from ments in atomic physics. Meanwhile there have training students specifically for doing research in satellites and ground-based facilities led to vivid been many exciting new proposals for using Parity Africa. interaction between the experts of all stellar type. Violation in other areas like in the search for new physics beyond the standard model or in exploring Features Features hadron structure. There are also close connections 7 There are no other books that deal solely with 7 Reviews current state of observational to the open question on the size of the two photon African Cultural Astronomy 7 Brings together and theoretical knowledge of Multiple Stars exchange amplitude. the latest research on Africal Cultural Astronomy 7 Discusses future studies for further progress in the field Contents Fields of interest Strangeness in the Nucleon and Related Topics: Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology; From the contents Theory.- Strangeness in the Nucleon and Related Astronomy; History Evolutionary Processes in Multiple Systems.- Topics: Experiment.- Two-Photon Exchange.- Dynamics and Stability of Triple Stars.- Multiple Parity Violation with Hadronic Probes.- Parity Target groups Stars: Physics vs. Dynamics.- Gliese 225.2: an Old Violation in Atomic Physics.- New Projects using Archaeoastronomers, Africanists, ethnoastrono- (Stable?) Quadruplet.- Multiple Stars: Designation, Violation: Search for New Physics.- New Projects mers, historians of science, undergraduate and Catalogues, Statistics.- Radial-velocity studies of using Parity Violation: Probing Hadronic Systems.- graduate students certain multiple systems.- Spectral Disentangling Technical Developments for Parity Violation Applied to Triple Systems: RV Crt.- Evidence for Experiments. Discount group Rapid Variability in the Multiple System 68 u Her.- P DG Leo: a triple system with a surprising variety Fields of interest of physical phenomena.- A Spectroscopic Study of Nuclear Physics, Heavy Ions, Hadrons; Elementary HD 208905.- The Suspected Binarity of the Nearby Particles, Quantum Field Theory Flare Star Gl 424.- The Ecology of Dense Star Clusters with Binaries.- The Formation of Multiple Target groups Stars. Researchers
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W. Janke, Universität Leipzig, Germany (Ed .) A. Loeb, A. Ferrara, R. S. Ellis, D. Schaerer, D. Puy J. Mason, West Sussex, UK (Ed .) (Eds .) Rugged Free Energy Exoplanets Landscapes First Light in the Universe Detection, Formation, Properties, Common Computational Approaches in Spin Saas-Fee Advanced Course 36. Swiss Society Habitability Glasses, Structural Glasses and Biological for Astrophysics and Astronomy Macromolecules This edited, multi-author volume will be an invalu- The exploration of the first billion years of the able introduction and reference to all key aspects history of the Universe, from the so-called dark in the field of exoplanet research. The reviews This collection of lectures and tutorial reviews ages to cosmic reionisation, represents one of the cover: Detection methods and properties of known by renowned experts focusses on the common great challenges of contemporary astrophysics. exoplanets, Detection of extrasolar planets by computational approaches in use to unravel the During these phases the first structures start to gravitational microlensing. The formation and static and dynamical behaviour of complex phys- grow forming the first stars, galaxies, and possibly evolution of terrestrial planets in protoplanetary ical systems at the interface of physics, chemistry also soon the first quasars. At the same time the and debris disks. The brown dwarf-exoplanet and biology. Paradigmatic examples of condensed dark, neutral Universe starts to be lit up and connection. Formation, migration mechanisms matter physics are spin and structural glasses and ionised by these sources, leading to its progres- and properties of hot Jupiters. Dynamics of protein folding, as well as their aggregation and sive reionisation anding at a redshift of about 6. multiple exoplanet systems. Doppler exoplanet adsorption to hard and soft surfaces, in physico- Furthermore the first stars and supernovae begin surveys. Searching for exoplanets in the stellar chemical biology. to enrich their surroundings and the intergalactic graveyard. Formation and habitability of extra Among the most prominent joint key features of medium, and to produce the first dust.In the recent solar planets in multiple star systems. Exoplanet the systems considered in this volume are rugged years tremendous progress has been made on habitats and the possibilities for life. Moons of free-energy landscapes. These generate meta- the theoretical understanding and on numerical exoplanets: habitats for life. stability and are often responsible for very slow simulations of the underlying astrophysical dynamics allowing for the system to be trapped in mechanisms. Furthermore, observations of Features one of the many available local minima. signatures of reionisation and even direct observa- 7 The first collection of review articles in one The challenge set forth by the authors of this tions of galaxies at redshifts larger than 6 are now volume covering the very latest developments in volume is to provide a common basis and technical becoming feasible. exoplanet research 7 An invaluable introduc- language for the (computational) technology tion to all the key aspects of exoplanetary systems transfer between the fields and systems considered. Features 7 Contains topical reviews of carefully selected 7 A comprehensive introduction to the physics research areas 7 An easily accessible point of Contents of galaxies, stars, the interstellar and intergalactic reference in a fast moving and exciting field Introduction.- Spin Glasses.- Structural Glasses.- medium in the early Universe 7 The topic of this Protein Folding.- Algorithmic Developments.- book is particularly timely, as many new important Fields of interest Index. observational facilities are being built, for which Astronomy; Astrophysics; Extraterrestrial Physics, “first light in the universe” is one of the main Space Sciences Fields of interest science drivers 7 A book for graduate students or Partially Ordered Systems, Glasses, Quasicrystals; PhDs, researchers and alike Target groups Statistical Physics; Numerical and Computational Professional astronomers, planetary scientists, Methods Fields of interest astrobiologists, final year undergraduates, post- Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology; Rela- graduate and research students working in astro- Target groups tivity and Cosmology physics, astrobiology and planetary science Graduate students, lecturers, researchers Target groups Discount group Discount group Advanced students of astronomy P P Discount group P
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2008 . Approx . 400 p . 177 illus . (Lecture Notes in Physics, 2008 . Approx . 355 p . (Saas-Fee Advanced Courses, 2007 . Approx . 300 p . (Springer Praxis Books / Astronomy Volume 736) Hardcover Number 36) Hardcover and Planetary Sciences) Hardcover 7 $99.00 7 approx. $99.00 7 approx. $149.00 ISBN 978-3-540-74025-4 ISBN 978-3-540-74162-6 ISBN 978-3-540-74007-0 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Physics/Astronomy 105
G. Muga, Universidad el Pais, Bilbao, Spain; R. Sala G. R. Myneni, Jefferson Laboratory, Newport News, D. Petz, Alfréd Rényi Institute of Mathematics, Mayato, Universidad de la Laguna, La Laguna, Spain; VA, USA; T. Carneiro, CBMM, Sao Paulo, Brazil; Budapest, Hungary I. Egusquiza, The University of the Basque Country, A. Hutton, Jefferson Laboratory, Newport News, VA, Bilbao Spain (Eds .) USA (Eds .) Quantum Information Theory Time in Quantum Mechanics. Single Crystal – Large Grain and Quantum Statistics Volume 1 Niobium Technology Proceedings of the International Niobium This concise and readable book addresses Workshop primarily readers with a background in clas- The treatment of time in quantum mechanics is sical statistical physics and introduces quantum still an important and challenging open question mechanical notions as required. Conceived as a in the foundation of the quantum theory. This All papers have been peer-reviewed. SRF Tech- primer to bridge the gap between statistical physics book describes the problems, and the attempts nology based accelerators, FEL’s, and ERL’s are and quantum information, a field to which the and achievements in defining, formalizing and becoming common worldwide. Several new author has contributed significantly himself, it measuring different time quantities in quantum frontier technologies and applications are expected emphasizes concepts and thorough discussions of theory, such as the parametric (clock) time, to be evolving in coming years as the cost of SRF the fundamental notions and prepares the reader tunneling times, decay times, dwell times, delay technology comes down because the Large Grain- for deeper studies, not the least through a selection times, arrival times or jump times. This multi- Single Crystal Niobium Technology is maturing of well chosen exercises. authored book, written as an introductory guide very rapidly. Terra Hertz (THz) Science could for newcomers to the subject, as well as a useful benefit from these advances, and many applica- Features source of information for the expert, covers many tions are likely to be developed in the fields of 7 Focuses on the real introductory explana- of the open questions. After the brief historical medical imaging, material science, pharmaceuti- tion of certain important concepts of quantum overview in the introduction, 12 contribu- cals, communications etc. information theory and quantum statistics 7 The tions are devoted to conceptual and theoretical mathematically rigorous presentation is supported investigations as well as experimental issues in Fields of interest by numerous examples and exercises 7 With an quantum-mechanical time measurements. This Particle Acceleration and Detection, Beam Physics; appendix summarizing the relevant part of linear novel monograph should attract physicists as Crystallography; Partially Ordered Systems, analysis well as philosophers of science working in the Glasses, Quasicrystals foundations of quantum physics. For this revised Contents second edition, all chapters have been updated and Target groups Introduction.- Prerequisites from Quantum extended where appropriate. Scientists, engineers, technologists and materials Mechanics.- Information and Its Measures.- scientists Entanglement.- More About Information Quanti- Contents ties.- Quantum Compression.- Channels and Their Characteristic Times in Scattering Theory.- The Discount group Capacity.- Hypothesis Testing.- Coarse-Grainings.- Time-Energy Uncertainty Relation.- Jump Time P State Estimation.- Appendix: Auxiliary Linear and and Passage Time: the Duration of a Quantum Convex Analysis.- Index.- Literature. Transition.- Bohm Trajectory Approach to Timing Electrons.- Decoherent Histories for Space-Time Fields of interest Domains.- Quantum Traversal Time, Path Inte- Quantum Computing, Information and Physics; grals and “Superluminal” Tunnelling.- Quantum Probability Theory and Stochastic Processes; Clocks and Stopwatches.-The Local Larmor Quantum Physics Clock, Partial Densities of states, and Meso- scopic Physics.- “Standard” Quantum Mechanical Target groups Approach to Times of Arrival. Graduate students in mathematics, physics, and natural sciences Fields of interest Quantum Physics; Measurement Science, Instru- Discount group mentation P
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2nd ed . 2007 . Approx . 430 p . 62 illus . (Lecture Notes in 2007 . Approx . 215 p . (AIP Conference Proceedings / High 2008 . Approx . 220 p . (Theoretical and Mathematical Physics, Volume 734) Hardcover Energy Physics, Volume 927) Hardcover Physics) Hardcover 7 approx. $99.00 7 $81.00 7 $79.95 ISBN 978-3-540-73472-7 ISBN 978-0-7354-0437-3 ISBN 978-3-540-74634-8 106 Physics/Astronomy Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
M. O. Steinhauser, Fraunhofer Ernst-Mach-Institute, M. P. Stockli, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak M. Thiriet, Université Pierre et Marie Curie, Paris, Freiburg, Germany Ridge, TN, USA (Ed .) France Computational Multiscale Production and Neutralization Biology and Mechanics of Modeling of Fluids and Solids of Negative Ions and Beams Blood Flows Theory and Applications 11th International Symposium on the Part I: Biology Production and Neutralization of Negative Ions and Beams The idea of the book is to provide a comprehensive Biology and Mechanics of Blood Flows pres- overview of computational physics methods and ents the basic knowledge and state-of-the-art techniques, that are used for materials modeling techniques necessary to carry out investigations on different length and time scales. Each chapter The reported advances with small sources of nega- of the cardiovascular system using modeling and first provides an overview of the physical basic tive ions, especially negative hydrogen ions, drive simulation. Part I of this two-volume sequence, principles which are the basis for the numerical the progress of many accelerators and enable new Biology, addresses the nanoscopic and microscopic and mathematical modeling on the respective research methods and technologies. Large sources scales. The nanoscale corresponds to the scale of length scale. of negative deuterium ions are being developed biochemical reaction cascades involved in cell The book includes the micro scale, the meso-scale for the international experimental fusion reactor adaptation to mechanical stresses among other and the macro scale. The chapters follow this (ITER) that will require 40 MW of plasma heating. stimuli. The microscale is the scale of stress- classification. The book will explain in detail many The developments increasingly use computer induced tissue remodeling associated with acute or tricks of the trade of some of the most important modeling to understand the underlying physics, chronic loadings. The cardiovascular system, like methods and techniques that are used to simulate improve existing, and develop new technologies. any physiological system, has a complicated three- materials on the perspective levels of spacial and dimensional structure and composition. Its time temporal resolution. Case studies are occassion- Field of interest dependent behavior is regulated, and this complex ally included to further illustrate some methods or Particle Acceleration and Detection, Beam Physics system has many components. In this authoritative theoretical considerations. Example applications work, the author provides a survey of relevant cell for all techniques are provided, some of which are Target groups components and processes, with detailed coverage from the author’s own contributions to some of the Scientists, engineers, and graduate students inter- of the electrical and mechanical behaviors of research areas. ested in ion sources, particle beams, accelerator vascular cells, tissues, and organs. physics, fusion reactors, plasma science, and/or Features atomic and molecular physics Features 7 First book on methods and numerical tech- 7 Multidisciplinary approach starting from niques on multiscales in a concise way 7 Recent Discount group the description of accumulated knowledge on applications P the biology of the cardiovascular system to the numerical simulation of flows in the vasculature, From the contents incorporating rheology and mechanical data Part 1 Fundamentals: Introduction.- Multiscale 7 Applications of modeling and simulations on Computational Materials Science.- Mathematical health problems as well as therapeutic strategies and Physical Prerequisites.- Fundamentals of 7 State of the art in applied mathematics to physi- Numerical Simulation.- Part II Computational ological flows Methods on Multiscales: Computational Methods on Electronic/Atomistic Scale.- Computational From the contents Methods on Microscopic/Mesoscopic Scale.- The Cell.- Plasma Membrane and Cell Environ- Computational Methods on Atomistic/Microscopic ment.- Ion Carries and Receptors.- Signaling Path- Scale.- Computational Methods on Microscopic/ ways.- Transport and Cell Motion.- Blood.- Heart Mesoscopic Scale.- Perspectives in Multiscale Wall.- Vessel Wall.- Endothelium.- Tissue Growth, Materials Modeling.- Further Reading.- Math- Repair and Remodeling. Concluding Remarks. ematical Definitions.- Sample Code for the Main Routine of a MD Simulation. Fields of interest Biophysics/Biomedical Physics; Biomedical Engi- Fields of interest neering; Cardiology Mathematical and Computational Physics; Math- ematical Methods in Physics; Mechanics, Fluids, Target groups Thermodynamics Researchers in Biomechanics, Fluid Mechanics, Applied Mathematics, and Biology/Medicine Target groups Scientists Discount group P Discount group P Due October 2007
Only available in print Due December 2007 Due December 2007 2007 . Approx . 395 p . (AIP Conference Proceedings / Accelerators, Beams, and Instrumentations, Volume 925) 2008 . Approx . 665 p . 60 illus . (CRM Series in Mathe- 2008 . Approx . 440 p . 180 illus . Hardcover Hardcover matical Physics) Hardcover 7 $159.00 7 $137.00 7 approx. $129.00 ISBN 978-3-540-75116-8 ISBN 978-0-7354-0435-9 ISBN 978-0-387-74846-7 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Physics/Astronomy 107
M. Thiriet, Université Pierre et Marie Curie, Paris, M. Tripathi, R. E. Breedon, University of California, R. von Steiger, ISSI, Bern, Switzerland; G. Gloeckler, France Davis, CA, USA (Eds .) University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA; G. M. Mason, Johns Hopkins University, Laurel, MD, USA Biology and Mechanics of C2CR07 (Eds .) Blood Flows Colliders to Cosmis Rays The Composition of Matter Part II: Mechanics and Medical Aspects
Particle physicists; cosmic rays/particle astro- Biology and Mechanics of Blood Flows pres- physicists; cosmologists; heavy ion physicists. The This volume consists of papers developed from a ents the basic knowledge and state-of-the-art C2CR series provides a forum in which physicists joint ACE/ISSI symposium on the “Compo- techniques necessary to carry out investigations from different, yet closely related, sub-disci- sition of Matter” at the occasion of Johannes of the cardiovascular system using modeling and plines get together and explore the interfaces and Geiss‘s eightieth birthday. simulation. Part II of this two-volume sequence, overlaps. Low-x particle physics at Colliders finds The purpose of the symposium was to explore Mechanics and Medical Aspects, refers to the connections with very high energy cross sections new insights into the composition of solar-system extraction of input data at the macroscopic scale encountered in Cosmic Rays, which also has and galactic matter, and fractionation processes for modeling the cardiovascular system, and bearing on Neutrino Astrophysics. The overlaps affecting samples of this matter, that have been complements Part I, which focuses on nanoscopic between various approaches to Dark Matter, in brought about by recent space missions, ground- and microscopic components and processes. This direct searches, in Cosmology and in Colliders are based studies, and theoretical advances. It was volume contains chapters on anatomy, physiology, all too obvious. These issues are highlighted in the convened by G. M. Mason (chair), P. Bochsler, continuum mechanics, as well as pathological challenges faced by those who develop simulation J. J. Connell, G. Gloeckler, M. H. Israel, R. A. changes in the vasculature walls including the packages for various physics processes. Mewaldt, R. von Steiger, M. E. Wiedenbeck, and T. heart and their treatments. Methods of numerical H. Zurbuchen. The convenors compiled a program simulations are given and illustrated in particular Fields of interest of overview, invited, contributed, and poster by application to wall diseases. This authoritative Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology; Astro- presentations that was organized into five sessions: book will appeal to any biologist, chemist, physi- physics; Relativity and Cosmology Linking primordial to solar composition, Planetary cist, or applied mathematician interested in the samples, Solar sources and fractionation processes, functioning of the cardiovascular system. Target groups Interstellar gas and Cosmic rays. Particle physicists; cosmic rays/particle astrophysi- The structure of the volume at hand largely follows Features cists; cosmologists; heavy ion physicists the structure of the symposium. 7 Multidisciplinary approach starting from the description of accumulated knowledge on Discount group Contents the biology of the cardiovascular system to the P Linking Primordial to Solar Composition.- Plan- numerical simulation of flows in the vasculature, etary Samples.- Solar Sources and Fractionation incorporating rheology and mechanical data Processes.- Interstellar Gas.- Cosmic Rays.- 7 Applications of modeling and simulations on Birthday Symposium. health problems as well as therapeutic strategies 7 State of the art in applied mathematics to physi- Fields of interest ological flows Extraterrestrial Physics, Space Sciences; Astro- physics; Planetology From the contents Anatomy of the Cardiovascular System.- Cardio- Target groups vascular Physiology.- Images, Signals and Move- Libraries and researchers in Space Science, Astro- ments.- Rheology.- Hemodynamics.- Numerical physics, and Geophysics Simulations.- Cardiovascular Diseases.- Treat- ments of Cardiovascular Diseases. Discount group P Fields of interest Biophysics/Biomedical Physics; Biomedical Engi- neering; Cardiology
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Reprinted from Space Science Reviews journal, Due December 2007 Due October 2007 Vol . 130/1-4, 2007 .
2008 . Approx . 465 p . 40 illus . (CRM Series in Mathe- 2007 . Approx . 250 p . (AIP Conference Proceedings / High 2007 . Approx . 500 p . 40 illus ., 20 in color . (Space Sciences matical Physics) Hardcover Energy Physics, Volume 928) Hardcover Series of ISSI, Volume 27) Hardcover 7 approx. $129.00 7 $102.00 7 $169.00 ISBN 978-0-387-74848-1 ISBN 978-0-7354-0438-0 ISBN 978-0-387-74183-3 108 Physics/Astronomy Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
M. Vujicic, Novi Beograd, Serbia K. Zhang, D. Li, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China J. Sanderson, University of St . Andrews, UK (Ed .) Electromagnetic Theory Linear Algebra Thoroughly for Microwaves and Explained Optoelectronics
Translated from the Chinese by: K. Zhang, D. Li Milan Vujicic was Professor of Theoretical Physics at the University of Belgrade and the book is based on lectures he gave there to both undergraduate This book is a first year graduate text on electro- and postgraduate students over a period of several magnetic fields and waves. At the same time it decades. He also lectured on the applications of serves as a useful reference for researchers and linear algebra in particle physics at the Univer- engineers in the areas of microwaves and optoelec- sity of Adelaide and, after retirement, taught tronics. the subject at the most basic level to Teaching Following the presentation of the physical and Diploma students at the University of Malta. It mathematical foundations of electromagnetic was his success in this most recent endeavour that theory, the book discusses the field analysis of inspired him to write this book which sets out to electromagnetic waves confined in material explain Linear Algebra from its fundamentals to boundaries, or so-called guided waves, electro- the most advanced level where he, himself, used it magnetic waves in open space, scalar diffrac- throughout his career to solve problems involving tion theory and active devices. The theories and linear and anti-linear correlations and symmetries methods presented in the book are foundations of in quantum mechanical applications. wireless engineering, microwave and millimeter Linear Algebra is one of the most important wave techniques, optoelectronics and optical fiber topics in mathematics, of interest in its own right transmission. to mathematicians, but also as an enormously powerful tool in the applied sciences, particularly Features in physics and engineering. 7 Offers a unified theory of electromagnetic devices in the areas of microwave, millimeter-wave Features and light-wave technologies 7 Provides a detailed 7 Subject is taught and illustrated by numerous and systematical analysis and gives clear physical worked examples 7 Much more comprehensive concepts coverage of subjects than competitors Fields of interest Contents Electromagnetism, Optics and Lasers; Electronics Part 1: Vector Spaces.- Part 2: Linear Mappings and Microelectronics, Instrumentation; Communi- and Linear Systems.- Part 3: Inner-Product Vector cations Engineering, Networks Spaces.- Part 4: Dual Spaces and the Change of Basis.- Part 5: The Eigen Problem or Diagonal Target groups Form of Representing Matrices.- Part 6: Tensor Graduate students and lecturers in optolectronics Product of Unitary Spaces.- Part 7: The Dirac and electromagnetics, researchers and engineers Notation in Quantum Mechanics: Dualism between Unitary Spaces and Isodualism between Discount group their Superspaces. P
Fields of interest Mathematical Methods in Physics; Algebra
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2008 . Approx . 250 p . 80 illus . Hardcover 2nd ed . 2008 . Approx . 730 p . 280 illus . Hardcover 7 $79.95 7 $229.00 ISBN 978-3-540-74637-9 ISBN 978-3-540-74295-1 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Materials Science 109
B. Bhushan, The Ohio State University, Columbus, B. Bhushan, The Ohio State University, Columbus, B. Bhushan, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA; H. Fuchs, University of Münster, Germany; OH, USA; H. Fuchs, University of Münster, Germany; OH, USA; H. Fuchs, University of Münster, Germany; M. Tomitori, Advanced Institute of Science & Tech- M. Tomitori, Advanced Institute of Science & Tech- M. Tomitori, Advanced Institute of Science & Tech- nology, Ishikawa, Japan (Eds .) nology, Ishikawa, Japan (Eds .) nology, Ishikawa, Japan (Eds .) Applied Scanning Probe Applied Scanning Probe Applied Scanning Probe Methods VIII Methods IX Methods X Scanning Probe Microscopy Techniques Characterization Biomimetics and Industrial Applications
The volumes VIII, IX and X examine the physical The volumes VIII, IX and X examine the physical The volumes VIII, IX and X examine the physical and technical foundation for recent progress and technical foundation for recent progress and technical foundation for recent progress in applied scanning probe techniques. The first in applied scanning probe techniques. The first in applied scanning probe techniques. The first volume came out in January 2004, the second volume came out in January 2004, the second volume came out in January 2004, the second to fourth volumes in early 2006 and the fifth to fourth volumes in early 2006 and the fifth to fourth volumes in early 2006 and the fifth to seventh volumes in late 2006. The field is to seventh volumes in late 2006. The field is to seventh volumes in late 2006. The field is progressing so fast that there is a need for a set of progressing so fast that there is a need for a set of progressing so fast that there is a need for a set of volumes every 12 to 18 months to capture latest volumes every 12 to 18 months to capture latest volumes every 12 to 18 months to capture latest developments. These volumes constitute a timely developments. These volumes constitute a timely developments. These volumes constitute a timely comprehensive overview of SPM applications. comprehensive overview of SPM applications. comprehensive overview of SPM applications. After introducing scanning probe microscopy, After introducing scanning probe microscopy, After introducing scanning probe microscopy, including sensor technology and tip character- including sensor technology and tip character- including sensor technology and tip character- ization, chapters on use in various industrial ization, chapters on use in various industrial ization, chapters on use in various industrial applications are presented. Industrial applications applications are presented. Industrial applications applications are presented. Industrial applications span topographic and dynamical surface studies span topographic and dynamical surface studies span topographic and dynamical surface studies of thin-film semiconductors, polymers, paper, of thin-film semiconductors, polymers, paper, of thin-film semiconductors, polymers, paper, ceramics, and magnetic and biological mate- ceramics, and magnetic and biological mate- ceramics, and magnetic and biological mate- rials. The chapters have been written by leading rials. The chapters have been written by leading rials. The chapters have been written by leading researchers and application scientists from all over researchers and application scientists from all over researchers and application scientists from all over the world and from various industries to provide a the world and from various industries to provide a the world and from various industries to provide a broader perspective. broader perspective. broader perspective.
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Fields of interest Fields of interest Fields of interest Nanotechnology; Surfaces and Interfaces, Thin Nanotechnology; Surfaces and Interfaces, Thin Nanotechnology; Surfaces and Interfaces, Thin Films; Polymer Sciences Films; Polymer Sciences Films; Polymer Sciences
Target groups Target groups Target groups Professionals in industry dealing with surface Professionals in industry dealing with surface Professionals in industry dealing with surface analytics; scientists at universities in physical analytics; scientists at universities in physical analytics; scientists at universities in physical chemistry/physics, materials science, polymer chemistry/physics, materials science, polymer chemistry/physics, materials science, polymer science departments science departments science departments
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2008 . Approx . 425 p . (NanoScience and Technology) 2008 . Approx . 380 p . (NanoScience and Technology) 2008 . Approx . 380 p . (NanoScience and Technology) Hardcover Hardcover Hardcover 7 approx. $169.00 7 approx. $169.00 7 approx. $169.00 ISBN 978-3-540-74079-7 ISBN 978-3-540-74082-7 ISBN 978-3-540-74084-1 110 Materials Science Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
S. Hiermaier, Fraunhoferinstitute For High Speed F. Irgens, Trondheim, Norway S. Kanaun, V. Levin, Instituto Tecnologico y de Dynamics, Freiburg, Germany Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, Campus Estado de Continuum Mechanics México, Mexico Structures Under Crash and Impact Self-Consistent Methods for Continuum Mechanics, Discretization and This book presents an introduction into the entire Composites Experimental Characterization science of Continuum Mechanics in three parts. Vol.1: Static Problems Part I: Continuum Mechanics introduces into the Foundations using tensors in Cartesian coordinate Structures Under Crash and Impact: Continuum systems, classical theory of elasticity, and fluid Static elastic, dielectric, thermo- and electro- Mechanics, Discretization and Experimental Char- mechanics. Part II: Mechanics of Materials has conductive properties of composite materials acterization examines the testing and modeling of chapters on viscoelasticity, plasticity, principles reinforced with ellipsoidal homogeneous and materials and structures under dynamic loading of constitutive modelling, and thermodynamics. multi-layered inclusions, short and long multi- conditions. Readers will find an in-depth analysis Part III presents Tensor Analysis and fundamental layered fibers, thin hard and soft inclusions, media of the current mathematical modeling and simula- equations of Continuum Mechanics in curvilinear with cracks and pores are considered. Self-consis- tion tools available for a variety of materials, in coordinates. tent methods are used as the main theoretical tool addition to both the benefits and limitations they for the calculation of static and dynamic properties pose in industrial design. The models discussed Features of heterogeneous materials. are also available in commercial codes such as 7 Modern, comprehensive presentation of the This book is the first monograph to develop self- LS-DYNA and AOTODYN. Following a logical Entire field of mechanics 7 Basics for mathemat- consistent methods and apply these to the solution and well organized structure, this volume uniquely ical modeling of complex materials 7 Extensive of problems of electromagnetic and elastic wave combines experimental procedures with numerical in applications, especially concerning the propagation in matrix composites and polycrystals. simulation and features examples from issues Theory of Elasticity and Classical Fluid Dynamics Predictions of the methods are compared with taken directly from the automotive, aerospace, and 7 Introductions into Tensors is very gentle experimental data and exact solutions. Explicit defense industries. 7 With many examples and Exercises equations and efficient numerical algorithms Materials scientists, structural and design engi- for the calculation of velocities and attenuation neers, and physicists with an interest in crash and Contents coefficients of the mean (coherent) wave fields impact situations will find Structures Under Crash Introduction.- Mathematical foundation.- propagating in composites and polycrystals are and Impact a valuable reference. Dynamics.- Tensors.- Deformation Analysis.- presented. Work and Energy.- Theory of Elasticity.- Fluid Features Mechanics.- Viscoelasticity.- Theory of Plasticity.- Features 7 Cross references to implemented models in Constitutive Equations.- Tensors in the Euclidean 7 The first volume on systematic development commercial codes will offer useful links to the Space.- Surface Geometry.- Continuum Mechanics of self-consistent schemes (the method of the application side. Specifically the examples given in Curvilinear Coordinates. effective medium and the method of the effective within the LS-DYNA and DYNA-3D are of great field) and their different versions in application value to design engineers in industry and the Fields of interest to the problems of the mechanics and physics of academic scientist 7 Discusses a combination of Continuum Mechanics and Mechanics of Mate- composite materials 7 Contains many concrete experiments and numerical simulation applied to rials; Structural Mechanics; Vibration, Dynamical results: explicit formulas for the effective proper- new materials Systems, Control ties of composite materials of various micro-struc- tures From the contents Target groups Thermal-Mechanical Basics.- Constitutive Equa- Scientists, practitioners and students of mechanics Fields of interest tions.- Shock Waves and Related Equations of Continuum Mechanics and Mechanics of State.- Hydrocodes.- Failure Models for Dynamic Discount group Materials; Structural Materials; Ceramics, Glass, Loading Conditions. P Composites, Natural Methods
Fields of interest Target groups Continuum Mechanics and Mechanics of Mate- Scholars who work on the theory of composite rials; Complexity; Characterization and Evaluation materials; engineers who work on development of Materials new types of composite materials; undergraduate and post graduate students of materials science Target groups specialties Material scientists, structural and design engineers, physicists studying dynamic loading of structures, Discount group crash and impact situations P
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Original Norwegian edition published by Tapir Forlag, Due November 2007 Due November 2007 Trondheim, 1974, 1982 2008 . Approx . 395 p . (Solid Mechanics and Its Applica- 2008 . XII, 410 p . Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 555 p . 279 illus . Hardcover tions, Volume 148) Hardcover 7 $129.00 7 $139.00 7 $169.00 ISBN 978-0-387-73862-8 ISBN 978-3-540-74297-5 ISBN 978-1-4020-6663-4 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Materials Science 111
K. Khulbe, C. Feng, T. Matsuura, University of M. Pelliccione, T. Lu, RPI Center for Applied Elec- M. Stamm, Institut für Polymerforschung Dresden Ottawa, ON, Canada tronics, Troy, NY, USA e .V ., Germany (Ed .) Synthetic Polymeric Evolution of Thin-Film Polymer Surfaces and Membranes Morphology Interfaces Characterization by Atomic Force Microscopy Modeling and Simulations Characterization, Modification and Applications
Thin film deposition is the most ubiquitous and This book concentrates on the method recently critical of the processes used to manufacture high developed to study the surfaces of synthetic poly- tech devices. Morphology and microstructure of Surfaces and interfaces of polymers play an meric membranes by Atomic Force Microscope thin films directly controls their optical, magnetic, important role in most of the application areas of (AFM). AFM is becoming a very important tool and electrical properties. This book focuses on polymers, e.g. moulds, foils, thin films, coatings, for the characterization of synthetic polymeric modeling and simulations used in research on adhesive joints, blends, composites, biomaterials membranes. The development of membranes the morphological evolution during film growth. or applications in micro- and nanotechnology. of improved performance depends on the exact The authors emphasize the detailed mathematical Therefore it is very important to be able to char- knowledge of the morphology of a thin selective formulation of the problem both through numer- acterize these surfaces and interfaces in detail. In layer that exists at the surface of the membrane. ical calculations based on Langevin continuum Polymer Surfaces and Interfaces, experts provide The control of the morphology of the selec- equations, and through Monte Carlo simulations concise explanations, with examples and illustra- tive layer is crucial for the design of synthetic based on discrete surface growth models when an tions, of the key techniques. In each case, after polymeric membranes. With a relatively short analytical formulism is not convenient. Evolu- basic principles have been reviewed, applications historicaly twenty- five years, AFM has firmly tion of Thin-Film Morphology will be of benefit of the experimental techniques are discussed and established its position as a method to characterize to university researchers and industrial scientists illustrated with specific examples. Scientists and the membrane surface. working in the areas of semiconductor processing, engineers in research and development will benefit Each chapter includes information on the basic optical coating, plasma etching, patterning, micro- from an application-oriented book that helps them principles, commercial applications, an overview machining, polishing, tribology, and any discipline to find solutions to both fundamental and applied of current research and a guideline for the future that requires an understanding of thin film growth problems. research. At the end of each chapter there is a processes. summary of the individual chapter together with a Features comprehensive list of references. Features 7 Practical oriented survey of the topic 7 Presents basic modeling and simulation tools 7 Worked examples in the text 7 30 colour Features for quantitative description of thin film morpho- photos 7 Latest references for extension of 7 First book which combines both fields AFM logical evolution 7 Displays clear conceptual the topic and Synthetic Membranes 7 Will provide a very developments in the fundamental understanding useful guide to the readers who wish to enter of complex surface growth phenomena Fields of interest the subject of the book 7 Gives details of AFM 7 Provides a close connection between modeling Polymer Sciences; Analytical Chemistry; Physical experimental methods and interpretation of and simulations and various practical deposition Chemistry experimental data methodologies 7 Requires minimum mathemat- ical and computer programming backgrounds to Target groups Fields of interest learn the subject Researchers in chemical and electronics industry, Polymer Sciences; Biomedicine general; Analytical post graduates Chemistry Fields of interest Surfaces and Interfaces, Thin Films; Optical and Discount group Target groups Electronic Materials; Tribology, Corrosion and P Academic researchers who are investigating Coatings synthetic membranes and also R&D staffs who wish to improve and control the quality of Target groups synthetic membranes; researchers and practi- Materials scientists and engineers in academia tioners in the areas of seawater desalination, and industry, as well as graduate students, with an wastewater treatment, water production, food interest in thin film science and technology processing, treatment of pharmaceutical products, air and water cleaning, separation of chemical and Discount group petrochemical products, drug release and other P biomedical applications
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Due December 2007 Due December 2007 Due December 2007 2008 . Approx . 250 p . (Springer Series in Materials 2008 . Approx . 250 p . (Springer Laboratory) Hardcover Science, Volume 108) Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 320 p . 181 illus . Hardcover 7 approx. $139.00 7 approx. $149.00 7 approx. $169.00 ISBN 978-3-540-73993-7 ISBN 978-0-387-75108-5 ISBN 978-3-540-73864-0 112 Materials Science Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
D. M. Stefanescu, Ohio State University, OH, USA I. Tsukerman, University of Akron, OH, USA Science and Engineering of Computational Methods for Casting Solidification Nanoscale Applications
This book is based on the author’s forty years expe- This book provides new perspectives on modern rience of teaching, research and industrial practice nanoscale problems where fundamental science of solidification science as applied to casting meets technology and computer modeling. processes. It is an attempt to describe solidification In addition to well-known techniques such as theory through the complex mathematical appa- finite-difference schemes, finite element analysis ratus that includes partial differential equations and Ewald summation, the book presents a and numerical analysis, required for a fundamental new finite-difference calculus of Flexible Local treatment of the problem. The mathematics is Approximation MEthods (FLAME) that qualita- however restricted to the elements essential to tively improves the numerical accuracy in a variety attain a working knowledge in the field. This is of problems. Application areas in the book include in line with the main goal of the book, which is long-range particle interactions in homoge- to educate the reader in the fast moving area of neous and heterogeneous media, electrostatics of computational modeling of solidification of cast- colloidal systems, wave propagation in photonic ings. While the book is not intended to be a mono- crystals, photonic band structure, plasmon field graph, for the sake of completion, a special effort enhancement, and metamaterials with backward has been made to introduce the reader to the latest waves and negative refraction. developments in solidification theory, even when they have no engineering applications at this time. Features In this respect, this is a unique attempt to integrate 7 Utilizes a two-tiered style of exposition: intui- the newest information in a textbook format. tive explanation of key principles in the first tier and further technical details in the second Features 7 Bridges the gap between physics and engi- 7 Numerous modeling and calculation examples neering and computer science 7 Presents the 7 Covers theoretical solidification and its main fundamentals of computational methods, electro- practical application 7 Includes a new chapter magnetic theory, colloidal systems and photonic on semi-solid casting 7 Update on phase field structures together with applications 7 Covers modeling and its applications to nucleation “hot topics” in photonics, plasmonics, metamate- theory and grain growth 7 Update on cellular rials automaton modeling and its application to microshrinkage prediction Fields of interest Nanotechnology; Mathematical and Computa- Fields of interest tional Physics Metallic Materials; Engineering Thermody- namics, Transport Phenomena; Engineering Fluid Target groups Dynamics Researchers in academia and industry special- izing in nanoscale systems, photonics, molecular Target groups modeling and computational science; engineers Grad students in Materials Science, mechanical interested in the design of highly sensitive nano- engineering or industrial and manufacturing optical devices; college professors and instructors departments taking the coures on Solidificatoin developing courses in nanoscale applications courses, research and design engineers in the field and simulation; graduate students and senior of Metallurgy undergraduate students in physics, chemistry, engineering, and biology who wish to learn the Discount group fundamentals and applications of nanoscale simu- P lation, computational methods, and multi-particle and photonic systems
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Due December 2007 Due February 2008 2008 . Approx . 490 p . 159 illus . (Nanostructure Science 2nd ed . 2008 . Approx . 400 p . Hardcover and Technology) Hardcover 7 approx. $99.00 7 approx. $129.00 ISBN 978-0-387-74609-8 ISBN 978-0-387-74777-4 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Geosciences/Geography 113
A. Abdul-Rahman, Universiti Teknologi, Malaysia; P. K. Aggarwal, International Atomic Energy Agency, A. Baklanov, Danish Meteorological Institute, Copen- M. Pilouk, ESRI, Redlands, CA, USA IAEA, Vienna, Austria; J. R. Gat, Weizman Institute of hagen, Denmark; B. Grisogono, University of Zagreb, Science, Rehovot, Israel; K. F. Froehlich, IAEA, Vienna, Croatia (Eds .) Spatial Data Modelling for Austria (Eds .) 3D GIS Atmospheric Boundary Layers Isotopes in the Water Cycle Nature, Theory, and Application to Past, Present and Future of a Developing Environmental Modelling and Security This book covers fundamental aspects of spatial Science data modelling specifically on the aspect of three- dimensional (3D) modelling and structuring. This volume presents a set of peer-reviewed Realisation of “true” 3D GIS spatial system needs Environmental isotope and nuclear techniques papers following the NATO Advanced Research a lot of efforts, and the process is taking place in provide unmatched insights into the processes Workshop on atmospheric boundary layers held various research centres and universities in some governing the water cycle and its variability under in Dubrovnik, Croatia, 18-22 April 2006 at which countries. The development of spatial data model- past and present climates. This monograph is 57 researchers from 21 countries and 4 conti- ling for 3D objects is the focus of this book. The recommended to advanced students and specialists nents participated. The programme consisted of 3 book begins with some problems and motivations, and presents historical perspective, state of the art introductory talks, 9 key lectures, and 27 regular the fundamental theories, the implementation, applications and new developments of isotopes in presentations divided into thematic sessions: and some applications developed based on the hydrology, environmental disciplines and climate “Nature and theory of turbulent boundary layers”; concepts. The book is intended for various geoin- change studies. “Boundary-layer flows: modelling and applications formation related professionals like GIS engineers, The spectrum of isotope applications addressed to environmental security”; “Nature, theory and GIS software developers, photogrammetrists, land in this monograph ranges from the assessment of modelling of boundary-layer flows”; “Air flows surveyors, mapping specialists, researchers, post- groundwater resources in terms of recharge and within and above urban and other complex cano- graduate students, and lecturers. flow regime, identification of palaeogroundwater, pies; air-sea-ice interaction”. The volume reflects water balance of river basins and lakes, to studies all the above topics and can be recommended as Fields of interest of the past and present global environmental and a modern state-of-the-art summary in the field Geographical Information Systems/Cartography; climate changes. The contributions are written by under consideration. Information Systems and Communication Service; renowned specialists in the various application A pleasant reason to arrange this event in April Geophysics/Geodesy fields. 2006 was the 70th birthday of Professor Sergej Zili- tinkevich (born on 13 April 1936 in St.Petersburg, Target groups Features Russia). Libraries, scientists, professionals, lecturers 7 An up-to-date synthesis of environmental isotope techniques in the hydrological cycle and Fields of interest Discount group related environmental studies including past and Meteorology/Climatology; Atmospheric Protec- P present climate change and water resources assess- tion/Air Quality Control/Air Pollution; Climate ment and management Change
From the contents Target groups Isotopic and Nuclear Methodologies. Hydrologic Professionals, researchers, scientists, and advanced Processes and Systems. Hydroclimatic Processes students in atmospheric science and environ- and Systems. mental modelling
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2008 . XI, 289 p . 72 illus . Hardcover 2007 . XVI, 381 p . Softcover 2008 . Approx . 250 p . Hardcover 7 $139.00 7 $59.95 7 approx. $119.95 ISBN 978-3-540-74166-4 ISBN 978-1-4020-6671-9 ISBN 978-0-387-74318-9 114 Geosciences/Geography Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
V. Barale, Joint Research Centre, European Commis- P. D. Bons, University of Tübingen, Germany; S. Brönnimann, J. Luterbacher, T. Ewen, H. F. Diaz, sion, Ispra, Italy; M. Gade, University of Hamburg, D. Koehn, University of Mainz, Germany; R. S. Stolarski, U. Neu (Eds .) Germany (Eds .) M. W. Jessell, Université Paul-Sabatier, Toulouse, France (Eds .) Climate Variability and Remote Sensing of the Extremes during the Past European Seas Numerical Modelling Approaches to 100 years Microstructures in the This volume reviews the current potential of Earth Earth Sciences The past 100 years are a key period for under- Observations, while devoting particular attention standing climate variability and climate change to applications dealing with the issues, peculiarities as it marks the changeover from a climate system and special challenges posed by the European Seas. dominated by natural influences to a climate The assessment of surface parameters by means Microstructures in rocks contain a wealth of infor- system dominated by anthropogenic influences. of passive techniques – which measure reflected mation on the history of rock bodes, metamorphic This volume compiles a number of contributions visible and near-infrared sunlight, or surface and tectonic processes and the mechanical and to a workshop held in Gwatt, Switzerland, in July emissions in the thermal infrared or microwave rheological properties of the crust and mantle. The 2006 dealing with different aspects of climate spectral regions – is addressed. Active techniques – book deals with the numerical simulation of such change, variability, and extremes during the past which use transmitted impulses of visible or microstructures in rocks. It starts with a general 100 years. The individual contributions cover a microwave radiation, for a subsequent evaluation introduction of exisiting methods and techniques broad range of topics, ranging from the re-evalua- of the signal returned by the water surface – for optical and electron microscopic analysis and tion of historical marine data to the effect of solar are covered as well. An in-depth analysis of the measurement of microstructure. The main part of variability on the stratosphere. specific merits and drawbacks of each spectral the book contains a number of examples of numer- region, and of both passive and active techniques, ical modelling of processes and microstructures in Features provides clues to help compose the unique mosaic rocks, using the software package “ELLE”. With the 7 Provides up to date overview of climate vari- of dynamical and bio-geo-chemical features of the accompanying CD, readers can do these simula- ability during the 20th century in the context of European Seas. tions themselves and run their own simulations. natural and anthropogenic variability 7 Fills The book is targeted to a readership from the a needed gap in this exciting field of research Features Earth sciences, from the level of MSc students 7 Provides a comprehensive starting point for 7 Focus on the issues, peculiarities and special and upwards. Each presented method will have anyone new to the field 7 Includes additional challenges of the European Seas 7 Complete and some suggestions for further reading, referring to reading material for senior level undergraduate thorough review of the current Earth Observations textbooks and scientific literature. or graduate level courses dealing with climate potential 7 Section devoted to multi-technique variability assessments of the marine environment Features 7 Unique in that it introduces modelling of From the contents From the contents microstructures in a hands on manner, greatly Preface. Introduction. The observational climate List of Contributors.- Preface.- Part 1: Introduc- enhanced by the accompanying CD-ROM record. Trends and Processes. Variability and tion.- Part 2: VIS & TIR passive/active R.- Part 3: extremes. Chemical climate variability and the Microwave passive/active RS.- Part 4: Synoptic/ Contents stratosphere. Index. Multi-Sensor.- Glossary. 1. Introduction,- 2. Analysis and verification,- 3. Numerical methods,- 4. Processes,- 5. Case Field of interest Fields of interest Studies,- 6. Conclusions. Meteorology/Climatology Remote Sensing/Photogrammetry; Oceanography; Applied Geosciences Fields of interest Target groups Geosciences, general; Applied Geosciences; Meteorologists and climatologists, senior level Target groups Geology undergraduate or graduate level courses dealing Scientists and researchers working in the field of with climate variability earth and marine science (and active in Europe, Target groups in particular); lecturers and tutors, (graduate) Postgraduate students, lecturers holding numerical Discount group students, in the same field; academic libraries practicals in rheology, microscopt, petrology and P structural geology Discount group P Discount group P
Due November 2007 Due December 2007 Due March 2008 2008 . Approx . 425 p . 30 illus . With CD-ROM . (Lecture 2008 . Approx . 350 p . 146 illus ., 50 in color . (Advances in 2008 . Approx . 325 p . 120 illus . in color . Hardcover Notes in Earth Sciences, Volume 106) Hardcover Global Change Research, Volume 33) Hardcover 7 approx. $169.00 7 $169.00 7 approx. $159.00 ISBN 978-1-4020-6771-6 ISBN 978-3-540-25522-2 ISBN 978-1-4020-6765-5 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Geosciences/Geography 115
R. R. Dickson, Centre for Environment, Fisheries and E. Koomen, J. Stillwell, A. Bakema, H. J. Scholten E. A. Koutsoukos, PETROBRAS-CENBES, Ilha do Aquaculture Science, Lowestoft, UK; J. Meincke, (Eds .) Fundao, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil (Ed .) University of Hamburg, Germany; P. Rhines, Univer- sity of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA (Eds .) Modelling Land-Use Change Applied Stratigraphy Arctic-Subarctic Ocean Fluxes Progress and Applications Defining the Role of Northern Seas in Climate Few, if any, fundamental disciplines in the earth Models of land-use change incorporate a vast sciences have seen so many dramatic changes and amount of knowledge from a wide range of developments as stratigraphy. The discipline has The two-way oceanic exchanges that connect the disciplines. Geography contributes to the under- come to be applied progressively, and indispens- Arctic and Atlantic oceans through subarctic seas standing of land-use change whilst demography ably, to nearly all branches of the earth sciences, are of fundamental importance to climate. Change and economics help explain underlying trends. including such endeavors as charting the course may certainly be imposed on the Arctic Ocean This book offers a cross-sectional overview of and complexities of life evolution through time, from subarctic seas, including a changing poleward current research progress that allows the construc- understanding how ancient ecosystems devel- ocean heat flux that is central to determining the tion of successful land-use models. The contribu- oped and operated, and furnishing data pivotal to present state and future fate of the perennial sea- tions range from methodology and calibration exploration and exploitation of strategic mineral ice. And the signal of Arctic change is expected to to actual applications in studies of recent policy resources. have its major climatic impact by reaching south implementation and evaluation. The contributors This book aims to incorporate major aspects and through subarctic seas, either side of Greenland, originate from academic and applied research essential elements underpinning the modern to modulate the Atlantic thermohaline ‘conveyor’. institutes around the world and thus offer an applications and perspectives of stratigraphy. It Developing the predictive skills of climate models interesting mix of theory and practice in different focuses on traditional and innovative techniques is seen to be the most direct way of extending the case study contexts. In summary, land-use change and how these can be utilized in reconstructing ability of society to mitigate for or adapt to ‘global simulation modelling is a relatively new and the geological history of sedimentary basins and change’ and is the main justification for continuing dynamic field of study and this book provides a full in solving manifold geological problems and an intense observational effort in these waters. As overview of the topic, a wide range of applications phenomena. Each chapter summarizes contribu- records have lengthened, they have shown that (both geographically and thematically), a mix of tions by leading researchers in the field. important aspects of oceanic exchange through theory and practice, a synthesis of recent research subarctic seas are currently at a long-term extreme progress, and educational material for students and Features state, providing further motivation for their study. teachers. 7 Provides innovative and traditional techniques in stratigraphy 7 These techniques contribute Features Features to geological and paleobiological researches, for 7 New and unpublished results from the ASOF 7 Full cross-sectional overview of current example: 7 Charting the course and complexities project 7 First attempt to describe the changing research progress in land-use modelling, ranging of the evolution of life through time 7 Under- Subarctic Seas as a complete unit 7 Benchmark from methodology and model calibration to appli- standing how ancient ecosystems developed and for the International Polar Year (IPY) and the cations of policy implementation and evaluation operated 7 Furnishing data pivotal to strategic efforts in understanding Arctic rapid change 7 Combination of academic and applied research mineral exploration 7 Editors and leading authors are world experts contributions 7 International mix of theoretical in the field and practical perspectives in different case-study Fields of interest perspectives Applied Geosciences; Geochemistry; Paleontology Fields of interest Oceanography; Meteorology/Climatology; Geog- Fields of interest Target groups raphy (general) Landscape/Regional and Urban Planning; All universities with undergraduate and graduate Computer Applications in Geosciences; Geograph- courses in geological sciences; oil companies Target groups ical Information Systems/Cartography and consultant companies working on applied Researchers and scientists in oceanographic and stratigraphic research; researchers on stratigraphy, climate research institutions, fisheries laboratories, Target groups sedimentology, applied paleontology, micropaleon- arctic/polar institutions, climate change policy Researchers, practitioners, undergraduate and tology, paleoecology, paleoceanography, petroleum advisors postgraduate students with interests in geog- geology; industrial geologists at oil companies raphy, environmental studies, economics, regional Discount group science, land management and planning Discount group P P Discount group P
Due March 2008 Due October 2007 Due October 2007 2008 . Approx . 610 p . 309 illus ., 225 in color . Hardcover 7 approx. $199.00 2007 . XVIII, 398 p . (GeoJournal Library, Volume 90) 2007 . XVII, 471 p . (Topics in Geobiology, Volume 23) ISBN 978-1-4020-6773-0 Softcover Softcover Prepublication price, valid until February 01, 7 $69.95 7 $99.00 2008 7 approx. $ 159,20 ISBN 978-1-4020-6484-5 ISBN 978-1-4020-6683-2 116 Geosciences/Geography Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
J. Marzluff, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, J. E. Moerlins, M. K. Khankhasayev, S. F. Leitman, A. Provenzale, CNR, Torino, Italy; J. Weiss, University USA (Ed .) E. J. Makhmudov, Florida State University, Talla- of Colorado at Boulder, CO, USA (Eds .) hassee, USA (Eds .) Urban Ecology Transport and Mixing in An International Perspective on the Transboundary Water Geophysical Flows Interaction Between Humans and Nature Resources: A Foundation for Regional Stability in Central Coeditor: E. Shulenberger, W. Endlicher, M. Alberti, Asia This volume collects a number of theoretical and G. Bradley, U. Simon C. ZumBrunnen experimental lectures on various aspects of trans- port and mixing of active and passive particles in geophysical flows. Nearly thirty years after creation of the most As populations grow and the overall demand for Transports in fluids can be approached from two advanced and expensive hazardous waste cleanup water increases, the various and often competing complementary perspectives: in the Eulerian view infrastructure in the world, Reclaiming the Land demands for the finite stock of freshwater will of mixing, the focus is on the concentration field provides a much-needed lens through which increase. These shortages can lead to ecological/ - advection stetches and folds the concentration the Superfund program should be assessed and resource inefficiencies, economic/industrial field and sharpens the gradients, while diffusion reshaped. Focusing on the lessons of adaptive problems, degradation of human health, social smoothes the field. In the Langrangian view, fluid management, it explores new concepts and tools instability, and even conflict. The Central Asian parcels are followed around as they move with the for the cleanup and reuse of contaminated sites, republics and neighboring countries are currently flow, experiencing chaotic or stochastic motion. and for dealing with the uncertainty inherent in experiencing these problems - problems that will Both pictures are considered in the present long-term site stewardship. Its contributors include become exacerbated by global climate change, lectures, with passive particles carried freely by the scholars and practitioners representing many increasing population and growing demands for flow and reactive particles, where chemically or decades of experience with the Superfund program water. biologically induced reactions change the character as well as a variety of disciplines. In response to these growing concerns, on 20-22 of the particles. June 2006, a NATO-sponsored Advanced Research 7 This excellent collection provides a range of Workshop (ARW) was organized in Almaty, Contents perspectives on making the Superfund program work Kazakhstan entitled, “Facilitating Regional Secu- Scalar Decay in Chaotic Mixing.- Transport of even better for the American people. The unifying rity in Central Asia through Improved Manage- Inert and reactive Particles: Lagrangian Statistics concept of adaptive management offers broad, ment of Transboundary Water Basin Resources”. in Turbulent Flow.- Diffusion and Reaction-Diffu- generally applicable ways of improving cleanup and sion in Steady Flows at Large Peclet Numbers.- An reuse of many types of contaminated sites 7 Carol Features Introduction to radiative Tranfer for Geophysicists. M. Browner, Principal, The Albright Group and 7 Insights into water sharing issues in post-Soviet Coherent Vortices and Tracer Transport.- Disper- Former Administrator, United States Environ- countries 7 Perspectives on water sharing in sion and Mixing in Quasi-Two-Dimensional mental Protection Agency Central Asia and Caucasus 7 Political/ecop- Rotating Flows.- Quatntifying, Inhomogeneous, nomic/legal conflict points regarding scarce Instantaneous, Irreversible Transport Using Passive Features freshwater resources Tracer Field as a Coordinate.- Lagrangian Statistics 7 Presents a comprehensive view of the urban From Oceanic and Atmospheric Observations.- ecosystem by introducing drivers, patterns, Fields of interest The Modulation of Biological Production by processes and effects of human settlements and the Hydrogeology; Economic Geography; Waste Water Oceanic Mesoscale Turbulence. relationships between humans and other animals, Technology / Water Pollution Control / Water plants, ecosystem processes, and abiotic conditions Management / Aquatic Pollution Fields of interest Geophysics/Geodesy; Fluids; Meteorology/Clima- Fields of interest Target groups tology Landscape/Regional and Urban Planning; Ecology; University faculty/researchers, environmental Biodiversity consultants, international organizations Target groups Graduate students, lecturers, researchers Target groups Discount group Researchers, students, and practitioners in the P Discount group fields of urban ecology, landscape architecture, P urban design and planning, conservation biology, geography, wildlife science, and sustainable devel- opment
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2008 . Approx . 275 p . (NATO Science for Peace and Secu- rity Series / NATO Science for Peace and Security Series C: Environmental Security) Hardcover 7 $179.00 Due February 2008 Due November 2007 ISBN 978-1-4020-6734-1 2008 . Approx . 260 p . (Lecture Notes in Physics, 2008 . Approx . 650 p . 149 illus . Hardcover Also available as softcover Volume 744) Hardcover 7 $69.95 7 $79.95 7 $79.95 ISBN 978-0-387-73411-8 ISBN 978-1-4020-6735-8 ISBN 978-3-540-75214-1 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Geosciences/Geography 117
D. Scholich, Academy for Spatial Research and O. Waelder, Technical University Dresden, Germany M. Woo, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada Planning, Hannover, Germany (Ed .) (Ed .) Mathematical Methods for Territorial Cohesion Engineers and Geoscientists Cold Region Atmospheric and Hydrologic Studies. The Mackenzie GEWEX Experience The various regions within the EU are marked This book introduces and explains classical and Volume 2: Hydrologic Processes by a high degree of disparity with regard to their modern mathematical procedures as applied to the economic performance and productivity, and as real problems confronting engineers and geoscien- regards their labour markets. Facing these regional tists. Written in a manner that is understandable differences, the task of regional and spatial sciences for students across the breadth of their studies, This book presents decade-long advances in is to develop concepts and strategies to reduce it lays out the foundations for mastering difficult atmospheric research in the Mackenzie River and prevent territorial imbalances. Thus “territo- and sometimes confusing mathematical methods. Basin in northern Canada, which encompasses rial cohesion” stands for a more balanced spatial Arithmetic examples and figures fully support environments representative of most cold areas on development, and aims to improve integration this approach, while all important mathematical Earth. Collaborative efforts by a team of about 100 throughout the EU. Although the term is used in techniques are detailed. Derived from the author’s scientists and engineers have yielded knowledge many EU documents and strategies, its meaning long experience teaching courses in applied math- entirely transferable to other high latitude regions remains vague and unclear. The scientific articles ematics, it is based on the lectures, exercises and in America, Europe and Asia. Emphases are placed in this annual deal with the interpretations of this lessons she has used in her classes. Also, the expla- on the investigation of processes (including storm term, the challenges of European spatial devel- nations and discussions in the book are inspired by genesis, precipitation, moisture and energy fluxes opment policy, and the problems and concepts the most frequently-asked questions of students, and frost), and the improvement and application involved in achieving territorial cohesion. Further- graduates and professionals. of a suite of models and remote sensing to enhance more two short reports illustrate the implementa- the assessment of climate variability and water tion of territorial cohesion on the basis of two Fields of interest resources. This book complements the first volume research projects. Math. Applications in Geosciences; Appl.Math- coming from the GEWEX project, dealing with ematics/Computational Methods of Engineering; the region‘s atmospheric dynamics. Together these Features Environmental Computing/Environmental Model- books provide a unique synthesis of atmospheric 7 Provides international colleagues with in- ling and hydrological findings and an integrative formation concerning problems and research approach across disciplines in addressing major results in the field of spatial research and planning Target groups research issues of cold regions. 7 Stimulates the discussion on territorial cohe- Researchers, scientists, libraries, institutes, gradu- sion ates Features 7 Utilizes an integrative approach across disci- From the contents Discount group plines in addressing major research issues of the Status and Perspektives of Territorial Cohesion P cold regions 7 Research presented is applicable with Respect to European Spatial Development to other higher latitude regions in America, Policy.- Territorial Cohesion – between expecta- Europe and Asia tions, disparities and contradictions.- Regional Disparities – Reasons Enough To Run A Cohe- From the contents sion-Oriented Spatial Policy?- Varying Costs of Editor’s Note to Volume II.- List of Contributors.- Living as Compensation for Regional Dispari- List of Acronyms.- 1. Synopsis of Atmospheric ties in Germany.- Metropolises and suburban Research under MAGS.- 2. MAGS Contribution surrounding country. to Hydrologic and Surface Process Research.- 3. Analysis and Application of 1- km Resolution Fields of interest Visible and Infrared Satellite Data over the Mack- Landscape/Regional and Urban Planning; Geog- enzie River Basin. raphy (general); Civil Engineering Fields of interest Target groups Meteorology/Climatology; Climate Change; Researchers in spatial planning, geography, Remote Sensing/Photogrammetry economy, ecology, policy; graduate students in spatial planning, geography, EU policy Target groups Meteorologists, climatologists, hydrologists, Discount group reearchers, instructors and graduate students in P these fields
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Only available in print Due December 2007 Due November 2007 2007 . Approx . 160 p . (German Annual of Spatial Research and Policy) Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 250 p . 51 illus . Hardcover 2008 . XX, 500 p . 162 illus ., 5 in color . Hardcover 7 $109.00 7 approx. $119.00 7 $199.00 ISBN 978-3-540-71745-4 ISBN 978-3-540-75298-1 ISBN 978-3-540-74927-1 118 Geosciences/Geography Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
P. Xu, Disaster Prevention Research Institute, Kyoto, Japan; J. Liu, Wuhan Technical University, Wuhan, China; A. Dermanis, Aristotle University, Thessaloniki, Greece (Eds .) VI Hotine-Marussi Symposium on Theoretical and Computational Geodesy Wuhan, China 29 May - 2 June, 2006
This volume of proceedings is a collection of refereed papers resulting from the VI Hotine- Marussi Symposium on Theoretical and Compu- tational Geodesy. The papers cover almost every topic of geodesy, with particular emphasis on satellite gravity modelling, geodynamics, GPS data processing and applications, statistical estima- tion and prediction theory, and geodetic inverse problem theory and geodetic boundary value problems. Particular attention is paid to topics of fundamental importance in the next one or two decades in Earth Science, seafloor geodesy, for example, and in statistics, mixed integer linear models, for example, and even goes beyond traditional geodetic topics, environmental moni- toring by geodetic methods, for example. It serves researchers by providing most updated informa- tion on theoretical and computational advance in geodesy and beyond, graduate students by guiding them to unresolved problems, and mathematicians with challenging mathematical frontiers arising from modern space technology.
Features 7 Collection of papers from the V Hotine- Marussi Symposium covering almost every topic of geodesy including future topics of fundamental importance such as seafloor geodesy
Contents Part I: Satellite Gravity and Geodynamics.- Part II: Reference Frame, GPS Theory, Algorithms and Applications.- Part III: Statistical Estimation: Methods and Applications.- Part IV: Geodetic Boundary Value Problems and Inverse Problem Theory.
Fields of interest Geophysics/Geodesy; Math. Applications in Geosciences
Target groups Academic libraries, scientists, lecturers
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2008 . X, 342 p . 232 illus . (International Association of Geodesy Symposia, Volume 132) Hardcover 7 $189.00 ISBN 978-3-540-74583-9 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Environmental Sciences 119
L. Abbott, D. V. Murphy, The University of Western The Handbook of G. Hirsch Hadorn, H. Hoffmann-Riem, Australia, Crawley, Australia (Eds .) S. Biber-Klemm, W. Grossenbacher-Mansuy, Environmental Chemistry D. Joye, C. Pohl, U. Wiesmann, E. Zemp (Eds .) Soil Biological Fertility Editor-in-chief: O. Hutzinger A Key to Sustainable Land Use in Agriculture Handbook of Transdisciplinary Volume 5 Research
This book presents a comprehensive scientific Water Pollution overview of the components and processes that Transdisciplinary research is an emerging field Part 5Q underpin the biological characteristics of soil of research in the knowledge society for relating fertility. It demonstrates the interdependence of A. G. Kostianoy, A. N. Kosarev, Lomonosov Moscow science and policy in addressing issues such as soil biological fertility with physical and chemical State University, Moscow, Russia (Eds .) global environmental and socio-cultural change, characteristics of soil. The book highlights the new technologies, migration, and public health. enormous diversity of life in soil and the resulting The Black Sea Environment This handbook provides exemplary projects and effects that management of land can have on the methodological developments, and provides 15 contribution of this diverse community to soil propositions for enhancing transdisciplinary fertility in an agricultural context. It is becoming research. more relevant to explore soil biological processes This book presents a systematic description of the in terms of their contribution to soil fertility. knowledge accumulated on the physical ocean- Features ography, marine chemistry and pollution, marine 7 21 case studies illustrate transdisciplinary, Features biology and geology, meteorology and hydrology problem-driven research 7 Will appeal to those 7 Provides a comprehensive view of Soil Biology of the Black Sea. It presents the principal charac- who initiate, steer or evaluate research 7 Ties 7 Overview of plant-microbial symbioses, plant teristic features of the environmental conditions of together science and policy pathology and roles of soil fauna and soil micro- the sea and their changes in the second half of the organisms in general soil processes including both 20th century. At present, the principal problems of From the contents physical and chemical processes the Black Sea are related to the estimation of the Foreword.- Acknowledgements.- List of Contribu- intensity of the chemical pollution of the sea and tors.- Introduction.- Problem Identification and Contents its impact upon the biota. Special attention is given Problem Structuring.- Problem Analysis.- Bringing Preface. 1. What is Soil biological Fertility? to the socioeconomic, legal, and political issues in Results to Fruition.- Cross-cutting Issues.- 2. Impact of Fauna on chemical Transformations the Black Sea region. Summary and Outlook.- Index. in soil. 3. Impact of Microorganisms on Chemical Transformatons in Soil. 4. Role of Fauna in Soil Features Fields of interest Physical Processes. 5. Contributions of Rhizo- 7 Presents in a systematic description the know- Environment, general; Interdisciplinary Studies; sphere Interactions to Soil Biological Fertility. ledge accumulated on the physical oceanography, Methodology of the Social Sciences 6. Contributions of Rhizobia to Soil Nitrogen marine chemistry and biology, and pollution of the Fertility. 7. Contributions of Arbuscular Mycor- Black Sea 7 Based on numerous observational Target groups rhizas to Soil Biological Fertility. 8. Relevance of data of the authors, on archival data of several Students, researchers, project managers, planners, Plant Root Pathogens to Soil Biological Fertility. Russian oceanographic institutions and on the and administrators involved in problem-driven, 9. Relevance of Interactions amongst Soil Microor- broad scientific literature mainly published in transdisciplinary projects ganisms to Soil Biological Fertility. 10. Managing Russian editions the Soil Habitat for Enhanced Biological Fertility. Discount group 11. Sustainable Farming Systems and their Impact Fields of interest P on Soil Biological Fertility - Some Case Studies. Atmospheric Protection/Air Quality Control/Air 12. Sustainability of Soil Management Practices - Pollution; Statistics for Engineering, Physics, A Global Perspective. List of Contributors. Index. Computer Science, Chemistry & Geosciences
Fields of interest Target groups Soil Science & Conservation; Plant Sciences Scientists, engineers, graduate students in the field of environmental sciences, risk assessment and risk Target groups controlling, toxicology and ecology; decision- Agricultural and environmental research scientists, makers in government, industrial and regulatory agricultural extension officers, university students, bodies leading farmers Discount group Discount group P P
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2008 . Approx . 400 p . Hardcover 7 approx. $199.00 Due November 2007 Due December 2007 ISBN 978-1-4020-6698-6
2007 . XII, 268 p . Softcover 2008 . Approx . 380 p . Hardcover Also available as software 7 $99.00 7 approx. $209.00 7 approx. $69.95 ISBN 978-1-4020-6618-4 ISBN 978-3-540-74291-3 ISBN 978-1-4020-6700-6 120 Environmental Sciences Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
R. S. Jaiswal, S. Uma, Sona College of Technology, J. Keulartz, G. Leistra, Wageningen University, F. Moavenzadeh, MIT, Cambridge, MA, USA; Tamilnadu, India (Eds .) The Netherlands (Eds .) M. Markow, Teaticket, MA, USA International Symposium on Legitimacy in European Moving Millions Rainfall Rate and Radio Wave Nature Conservation Policy Transport Strategies for Sustainable Propagation (ISRR‘07) Case Studies in Multilevel Governance Development in Megacities
The First International Symposium on Rainfall Building forth upon recent developments in This book demonstrates how transportation Rate and Radio Wave Propagation (ISRR’07) has democracy theory that have identified multiple strategy and environmental sustainability can been conducted by the Department of Physics, forms of legitimacy, this volume observes a EU- be pursued in a comprehensive and harmo- Sona College of Technology, in Salem, India during wide shift from output legitimacy to input and nious, rather than unconnected and potentially 29-30 January 2007 at the college premises. The throughput legitimacy. Top down policy making is conflicting, set of public policies. It applies lessons symposium was sponsored bythe Council of Scien- increasingly meeting local resistance. As a result, from several urban areas (e.g., Bogota, Singa- tific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Indian Space the importance for policy makers of enhancing pore, Mexico City, Sao Paulo), including “success Research Organization (ISRO), Tamilnadu State the democratic legitimacy of their policy plans has stories” and less successful “hard-won lessons”, to Council for Science and Technology (TNSCST) increased. a case study in Guangzhou. From these examples, and co-sponsored by various local agencies. The In this volume, nine case studies are presented, a number of useful guidelines emerge on how the symposium consisted of a series of invited lectures seven case studies of protected areas in different competition for resources between transportation and presentations from delegates of various countries (Belgium, Germany, Poland, Spain, policy and environmental sustainability can be research institutions and universities from India Finland, France and the UK), and two case studies resolved to support continued economic develop- and abroad. The symposium was organized to of protected species (the geese in the Nether- ment in megacities. provide a scientific forum for the presentation of lands, and the great Cormorant in Denmark and new results and to discuss recent developments Italy). These case studies are followed by extensive Features in rainfall study and radio wave propagation. The comments. The volume opens with an introduc- 7 Discussion of a very timely, complicated subject papers in this proceedings are classified in five tory chapter on the problematic production of with examples drawn from several cities and sessions: Rain Characteristics and Measurements, legitimacy in current European nature policy. It continents Clouds, Propagation, Attenuation and Refractivity concludes with a chapter that situates the case Studies, Instruments and Methods, and Weather studies within the wider EU environmental policy From the contents and Climate. and political context. 1: Introduction. 2: Sustainability. 3: Achieving Sustainable Development. 4: Transportation Policy Fields of interest Features and Environmental Sustainability. 5: Public and Atmospheric Protection/Air Quality Control/Air 7 Integrates knowledge on a major piece of Private Partnership in Sustainable Transportation. Pollution; Measurement Science, Instrumentation; European policy (nature conservation policy) in a 6: Examples from Selected Cities. 7: Case Study Climate Change reflexive and comprehensive manner – Guangzhou. Conclusion. 7 Combines theories of governance with theories Target groups of legitimacy 7 Brings together empirical case Fields of interest Researchers and educators in the fields of clima- studies and critical commentaries Environmental Management; Atmospheric Protec- tology; agriculture; weather monitoring and tion/Air Quality Control/Air Pollution; Climate modification; atmospheric science From the contents Change Part 1: Introduction.- Part 2: Countries.- Discount group Part 3: Protected Areas.- Part 4: Protected Target groups P Species.- Part 5: Conclusions. International organizations, university and research institutions, individuals in government Fields of interest (primarily in transportation, including financing Nature Conservation; Political Science; Political and institutional arrangements, and in envi- Philosophy ronmental protection), municipalities, and the construction, transportation, and environmental Target groups protection industries Academics interested in nature conservation policy and EU policy in general; policy practitioners in Discount group the area of nature conservation P
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Due October 2007 Due February 2008 Only available in print Due October 2007 2008 . Approx . 255 p . (The International Library of 2007 . Approx . 310 p . (AIP Conference Proceedings, Environmental, Agricultural and Food Ethics, Volume 14) 2007 . Approx . 290 p . (Alliance for Global Sustainability Volume 923) Hardcover Hardcover Bookseries, Volume 14) Hardcover 7 $125.00 7 $139.00 7 approx. $119.00 ISBN 978-0-7354-0433-5 ISBN 978-1-4020-6509-5 ISBN 978-1-4020-6701-3 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Environmental Sciences 121
Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology
Editor-in-chief: G. Ware Series editors: L. Albert, O. Hutzinger, J. Knaak, F. Mayer, D. Morgan, D. Park, R. Tjeerdema, P. d. Voogt, D. Whitacre, R. Yang, C. Gerba, J. Giesy, J. T. Stevens
Volume 194
D. M. Whitacre, Summerfield, NC, USA (Ed .)
Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology attempts to provide concise, critical reviews of timely advances, philosophy and signifi- cant areas of accomplished or needed endeavor in the total field of xenobiotics, in any segment of the environment, as well as toxicological implications.
Features 7 Publishes detailed scientific review articles on all aspects of environmental contamination and associated toxicological consequences 7 Facilitates the task of accessing and interpreting cogent scientific data 7 Of interest to researchers, resource managers, and policy administrators
Fields of interest Waste Management/Waste Technology; Terrestrial Pollution; Monitoring/Environmental Analysis/ Environmental Ecotoxicology
Target groups Researchers, industry scientists
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Due December 2007
2008 . Approx . 285 p . 40 illus . Hardcover 7 approx. $109.00 ISBN 978-0-387-74815-3 122 Life Sciences Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
J. Abadia, Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Cien- D. M. Adams, Oregon State University, Corvallis, N. Balaban, Tufts University, North Grafton, MA, USA tifícas (CSIC), Zaragoza, Spain; L. Barton, University OR, USA; R. W. Haynes, USDA Forest Service, PNW (Ed .) of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, USA (Eds .) Research Station, Portland, OR, USA (Eds .) Control of Biofilm Infections Iron Nutrition in Plants and Resource and Market by Signal Manipulation Rhizospheric Microorganisms Projections for Forest Policy Development Twenty-five Years of Experience with the The medical miracle of antibiotics is being eroded Topics covered in this book include: plants as US RPA Timber Assessment by the emergence and spread of bacterial drug a source of iron for animals and humans, iron resistance. This is compounded by the fact that translocation in the plants, iron-stimulated bacterial biofilms are believed to be a common activities that influence crop yield and fruit tree cause of persistent infections, when because productivity, iron uptake by plants as influenced by While focusing on a specific modeling system – growing in biofilms, bacteria are protected from microorganisms (i.e. free living soil microorgan- the US Timber Assessment models – the authors the host’s immune response and from antibiotics. isms, symbiotic nitrogen-fixing and pathogenic highlight the general elements that might comprise In addition, biofilms may spawn systemic infec- bacteria), the role of plant hormones in iron a forest-sector market model of any country or tions by sloughing of planktonic bacteria, leading transport, iron-metal competition in phytoreme- region. Approaches to policy analysis are also to dissemination, bacteremia, sepsis, and death. diation, root zone activities involving interactions general and equally applicable to both national and The number of patients affected by and dying from between minerals and organic matter, the role multi-national forest policy development outside what can be considered as a “biofilm disease” is of microbial siderophores in rhizospheric iron the US – particularly in relation to on-going efforts higher than heart disease and cancer combined, cycling, iron storage as phytoferritin, proteomic to formulate national programs of sustainable making medical biofilms the biggest single disease and metabolic studies associated with iron stress forestry. that the healthcare system is facing today.This response, methods for studying iron metabolism The text provides literature surveys on relevant book describes the molecular mechanisms of cell- including stable isotopes, and the correction of modeling issues and policy concerns, and demon- to-cell communication among bacterial cells in a iron deficiency through the use of synthetic or strates the application of the modeling system biofilm, the development of antibiofilm inhibitors, natural chelates. using a “base case” 50 year projection and a small like quorum-sensing inhibitors, and the use of set of scenarios to illustrate, for example, the biofilm inhibitors to prevent and treat bacterial Features effects of changes in public harvest policies, global infections in humans and other animals. 7 Contains updated reviews of most relevant change, variations in investments in silviculture, issues involving Fe in plants 7 Combines and globalization. It is aimed at policy makers, Features research on molecular biology with physiological model builders, researchers and graduate students 7 Provides novel approaches and solutions to studies of plant-iron nutrition 7 Molecular who are building or using forest sector models, as biofilm infections that are largly untreatable by aspects of iron uptake and storage in Arabidopsis well as at forest industry managers and analysts. using conventional approaches and antibiotics 7 Transmembrane movement and translocation of iron in plants Features Fields of interest 7 Exhaustive review of modelling methods Microbiology; Bacteriology; Cell Biology From the contents 7 Links theory with a quarter century of applied Dedication. Contributing Authors. Preface.- Status forecasting 7 Case studies illustrate use in Target groups and Future Developments Involving Plant Iron in major current policy issues 7 Illustrates the Libraries, institutes, scientists Animal and Human Nutrition.- Iron Nutrition in role economic analysis has played in forest policy Field Crops.- Iron Nutrition of Fruit Tree Crops.- development Forestry; Environmental Manage- Discount group Iron Deficiency, Fruit Yield and Fruit Quality.- ment P Synthetic Iron Chelates to Correct Iron Deficiency in Plants.- Heavy Metals Competing with Iron Target groups under Conditions Involving Phytoremediation.- Researchers in industry and public agencies, policy Plant-Soil Relationship: Role of Humic Substances analysts in legislatures, public agencies, private in Iron Nutrition.- Microbial Siderophores Sidero- industry, private forest land owners (particularly phores in the Plant Rhizosphere. the rapidly growing TIMO groups focusing on land asset values) Fields of interest Life Sciences, general; Plant Sciences; Plant Discount group Biochemistry P
Target groups Graduate students of agronomy and plant nutri- tion, plant physiologists, microbiologists
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Due October 2007 Due January 2008 Due October 2007 2007 . XXII, 590 p . (Managing Forest Ecosystems, 2008 . Approx . 185 p . 53 illus ., 13 in color . (Springer Series 2007 . XVIII, 477 p . Softcover Volume 14) Hardcover on Biofilms, Volume 2) Hardcover 7 $69.95 7 $229.00 7 $119.00 ISBN 978-1-4020-6623-8 ISBN 978-1-4020-6308-4 ISBN 978-3-540-73852-7 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Life Sciences 123
M. Barbieri, University of Ferrara, Italy (Ed .) E. Beck, J. Bendix, I. Kottke, F. Makeschin, R. Mosandl (Eds .) New Series The Codes of Life The Rules of Macroevolution Gradients in a Tropical Mountain Ecosystem of Biosemiotics Ecuador Building on a range of disciplines – from biology Series editors: M. Barbieri, J. Hoffmeyer and anthropology to philosophy and linguistics – this book draws on the expertise of leading names A tropical mountain ecosystem in one of the in the study of organic, mental and cultural codes “hottest” biodiversity hotspots worldwide was Combining research approaches from biology, brought together by the emerging discipline of investigated by some 30 research teams of philosophy and linguistics, the emerging field of biosemiotics. numerous disciplines in the natural and social biosemiotics proposes that animals, plants and The book’s 18 chapters present a range of experi- sciences. Ecosystem analysis followed two gradi- single cells all engage in semiosis – the conversion mental evidence which suggests that the genetic ents: an altitudinal gradient and a gradient of of physical signals into conventional signs. This has code was only the first in a long series of organic land-use intensity and ecosystem regeneration, important implications and applications for issues codes, and that it has been the appearance of new respectively. ranging from natural selection to animal behaviour codes – organic, mental and cultural – that paved This volume addresses a multitude of ecologi- and human psychology, leaving biosemiotics at the the way for the major transitions in the history of cally relevant aspects: macro- and microclimate; cutting edge of the research on the fundamentals life. physics, chemistry and biology of soils; water of life. While the existence of many organic codes has relations, matter turnover and nutrient availability; The Springer book series Biosemiotics draws been proposed since the 1980s, this volume repre- plant growth and biomass partitioning; floral together contributions from leading players in sents the first multi-authored attempt to deal with composition and plant life forms; vegetation struc- international biosemiotics, producing an unparal- the range of codes relevant to life, and to reveal ture and dynamics; organismic interactions, diver- leled series that will appeal to all those interested the ubiquitous role of coding mechanisms in both sity and population biology of birds, moths and in the origins and evolution of life, including organic and mental evolution. This creates the microarthropods; forest management, and refores- molecular and evolutionary biologists, ecologists, conditions for a synthesis of biology and linguistics tation with indigenous species; ethnobotanical and anthropologists, psychologists, philosophers and that finally overcomes the old divide between social aspects. New hypotheses are presented with historians of science, linguists, semioticians and nature and culture. regard to biodiversity and ecosystem functioning, researchers in artificial life, information theory and as well as sustainable management of an ecosystem communication technology. Features in a biodiversity hotspot. Marcello Barbieri is university professor of Embry- 7 First multi-authored book on organic codes ology at the University of Ferrara, Italy, president 7 Genetic code was only first of a long series of Features of the Italian Association for Theoretical Biology organic codes 7 Finally the rules of macroevolu- 7 A comprehensive study on one of the “hottest” and editor-in-chief of the Journal of Biosemiotics. tion looked for by generations of biologists biodiversity hotspots worldwide Jesper Hoffmeyer is associate professor in 7 Organic codes are the key to understanding Biochemistry at the University of Copenhagen and the major transitions of life history 7 Evolution Contents president of the International Society for Biosemi- took place by natural selection, conventions Part I Introduction.- Part II Gradients in otic Studies. 7 Mental, cultural codes came after a three- ecosystem analysis.- Part III The altitudinal billion-year history of organic codes gradient.- Part III.1 Gradual changes along the altitudinal gradient.- Part III.2 Processes along and Fields of interest within the gradient.- Part III.3 Gradient heteroge- Evolutionary Biology; Philosophy of Biology; neities.- Part III.3.A Spatial heterogeneities.- Coding and Information Theory Part III.3.B Temporal heterogeneities.- Part IV Gradients of disturbance Part IV.1 Natural distur- Target groups bances.- Part IV.2 Disturbance by human activi- Biologists of all fields, ecologists, anthropologists, ties.- Part IV.2.A Planned disturbance as strategies psychologists, philosophers, linguists, researchers for a sustainable use.- Part IV.2.B Disturbance by in the history of science, in the origin of life, in clearing the forest.- Part V Gradients of Regenera- artificial life and artificial intelligence, students of tion.- Part VI Synopsis. information theory and communication tech- nology Fields of interest Ecosystems; Biodiversity; Plant Ecology Discount group P Target groups Researchers and advanced students
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Due November 2007 Due February 2008
2008 . Approx . 465 p . 8 illus . in color . (Biosemiotics, 2008 . Approx . 540 p . 148 illus ., 33 in color . (Ecological Volume 1) Hardcover Studies, Volume 198) Hardcover 7 $199.00 7 $239.00 ISBN 978-1-4020-6339-8 ISBN 978-3-540-73525-0 124 Life Sciences Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
T. M. Bert, Florida Fish and Wildlife Research Insti- L. O. Björn, Lund University, Lund, Sweden (Ed .) I. Bos, University of Wageningen, The Netherlands; tute, St Petersburg, USA (Ed .) P. Caligari, Instituto de Biologia Vegetal y Biotecno- Photobiology logia, Universidad de Talca, Chile Ecological and Genetic The Science of Life and Light Implications of Aquaculture Selection Methods in Plant Activities Breeding Photobiology: The Science of Life and Light, Second edition, is fully updated and offers eight Aquaculture is a rapidly growing industry and new chapters for a comprehensive look at photobi- Written for plant breeders, researchers and post- aquaculture practices can directly interact with and ology. The chapters cover all areas of photobiology, graduate students, this book provides a compre- depend upon the surrounding environment. There- photochemistry, and relationship between light hensive review of the methods and underlying fore, the effects of all types of aquaculture on living and biology, each with up-to-date references.The theoretical foundations used for selection in plant natural resources and ecosystems are of signifi- chapter authors (of which seven are new) have very breeding programmes. The authors review basic cant and increasing national and international different backgrounds, and have produced a truly elements of population and quantitative genetic interest. In “Ecological and Genetic Implications of cross-disciplinary treatise. The book starts with the theory, and consider in a unique way the tackling Aquaculture Activities”, numerous nationally and physics and chemistry of light, and how to handle of the problems presented by soil heterogeneity internationally prominent aquaculture researchers light in the laboratory and measure it in the field, and intergenotypic competition when selecting contribute 27 chapters that comprise overviews the properties of daylight, and new uses of light in quantitative characters. of aquaculture effects on the environment, research. It deals with the evolution of photosyn- The efficacy of different methods with regard to discussions of genetic considerations, thorough thesis and with the mechanisms of its primary developing new varieties of crops are discussed for documentation of aquaculture effects and their steps. Four chapters deal with how organisms use different modes of reproduction. solutions specific to countries, and approaches light for their orientation in space and time: The This work provides a sound basis for informed toward environmentally sustainable aquaculture. biological clock and its resetting by light, the light- decision making within the process of a selection Together, these chapters comprise a comprehensive dependent magnetic compass, and photoperiodism programme. synthesis of many ecological and genetic problems in animals and plants. implicated in the practice of aquaculture and of Features many proven, attempted, or postulated solutions to Features 7 Concise text on population and quantitative those problems. 7 A thorough introduction and research overview genetic theory 7 Comprehensive treatment of to the basics of “light science” 7 Biggest collec- selection methods for qualitative and quantitative Features tion of international experts in the field in one traits 7 Extensive treatment of problems due to 7 Provides detailed descriptions of proven novel book 7 Chapters from all areas of photobiology, soil heterogeneity and intergenotypic competition and interesting solutions to common aquaculture photochemistry, and relationship between light problems 7 Provides worldwide overviews of and biology, each with up-to-date references Fields of interest major environmental and/or genetic effects of 7 Second edition is fully updated and offers Plant Sciences; Genetics and Population Dynamics; aquaculture 7 An outstanding source of refer- eight new chapters for a comprehensive look at Agriculture ences for all types of aquaculture activities and all photobiology types of ecological and genetic effects that result Target groups from the practice of aquaculture Fields of interest Researchers dealing with the inheritance of quan- Plant Sciences; Plant Anatomy/Development; titative traits, students dealing with quantitative From the contents Evolutionary Biology aspects of plant breeding, plant breeders dealing Foreword. Introduction. Section Two: Popula- with genetic improvement in relation to quantita- tion Genetic Considerations. Section Three: Case Target groups tive traits Studies. Section Four: Positive Approaches To Graduate students, scientists, and researchers in Environmentally Sustainable Aquaculture. Conclu- the field of plant science, biologically interested Discount group sion. Index of taxa. Index of authors. readers at different levels from undergraduates to P professors, researchers and medical doctors Fields of interest Zoology; Invertebrates; Animal Genetics and Discount group Genomics P
Target groups Aquaculturists, aquaculture researchers, aquacul- ture industry developers, conservation biologists and policy makers
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Due November 2007 Due October 2007 Originally published by Springer Netherlands Due October 2007 2007 . XII, 548 p . (Reviews: Methods and Technologies in Fish Biology and Fisheries, Volume 6) Hardcover 2nd ed . 2008 . Approx . 685 p . 267 illus . Hardcover 2nd ed . 2007 . XII, 456 p . Hardcover 7 $169.00 7 $179.00 7 $239.00 ISBN 978-1-4020-0884-9 ISBN 978-0-387-72654-0 ISBN 978-1-4020-6369-5 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Life Sciences 125
K. D. Bunting, Case Western Reserve University, M. G. Darlison, The Nottingham Trent University, UK M. Fernanda Suarez, University of Malaga, Malaga, Cleveland, OH, USA (Ed .) (Ed .) Spain; P. Bozhkov, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Upsala, Sweden (Eds .) Hematopoietic Stem Cell Inhibitory Regulation of Protocols Excitatory Neurotransmission Plant Embryogenesis
With new technologies emerging and old tech- Within the central and peripheral nervous systems The advent of the postgenome era has brought a nologies being reimagined, the field of hematopoi- of animals, including man, inhibition is crucial remarkable evolution in modern plant embryology. etic stem cell (HSC) research continues to grow to counterbalance excitatory neurotransmission, In Plant Embryogenesis, the authors focus on rapidly in pursuit of improved therapies for many which is predominantly mediated by glutamate the common developmental process and compile blood diseases. Updating and building upon the and its receptors. Although, particularly in brain, novel tools and methods designed specifically for thorough first edition‘s foundation, Hematopoi- much of this inhibition is provided by classical studying plant embryogenesis. In each chapter, etic Stem Cell Protocols, Second Edition provides post-synaptic GABAA receptors, many other detailed outlines of model embryonic systems are up-to-date protocols developed in the HSC field. proteins and mechanisms regulate excitation. provided, as well as cutting-edge cellular, genetic A team of leading researchers supply this volume These exist both to “fine tune” neurotransmission and molecular mechanisms. This important book with in-depth, readily reproducible methods for and to prevent overexcitation that could lead to gives insight into the methods used in studying effective characterization of HSC and their devel- conditions such as epilepsy and excitotoxicity, the transformation of phylogenetically-conserved opmental potential. An introductory chapter also which can result in cell death. This book reviews embryonic patterns into flora’s astounding diver- hints at potential techniques that may develop in aspects of GABAA receptor function, as well as sity of growth forms today. Invaluable to those the future. Following the format of the successful the properties of a variety of other important new to the field and inspiring to full-fledged plant Methods in Molecular Biology™ series, each inhibitory proteins, such as GABAC receptors, embryologists, Plant Embryogenesis provides protocol offers step-by-step laboratory instruc- G-protein coupled receptors (specifically, GABAB today’s most comprehensive platform to the under- tions, lists of the necessary equipment, and tips on receptors, metabotropic glutamate receptors and standing of plant embryo development. troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls. neuropeptide receptors), glycine receptors, GABA transporters and potassium channels. Features Features 7 Step-by-step reproducible laboratory proce- 7 Provides detailed flow cytometry protocols for Features dures written by the top experts in the field thorough analysis of enriched HSC populations 7 First book to look not exclusively at GABA offering their time-tested hints, tricks, and tips 7 Offers a variety of transplantation approaches receptors for the regulation of exitatory neuro- 7 Presents detailed outlines of embryonic systems to measure HSC function in vivo 7 Details retro- transmission, but at all different types of inhibitory models along with cutting-edge cellular, genetic, viral and lentiviral transduction procedures and proteins 7 Written by experts from around the and molecular mechanism 7 Provides the most analysis of integration sites 7 Describes assays world comprehensive collection of protocols on plan using embryonic and adult tissues to derive HSC embryo development From the contents From the contents Regulation of excitation by GABAA receptor Fields of interest The Expanding Tool Kit for Hematopoietic Stem internalization.- Regulation of excitability by Plant Sciences; Plant Genetics & Genomics; Plant Cell Research.- Isolation of Quiescent Murine extrasynaptic GABAA receptors.- GABAC recep- Biochemistry Hematopoietic Stem cells by Homing Proper- tors in retina and brain.- Presynaptic ionotropic ties.- Mobilization of Hematopoietic Stem and GABA receptors.- The role of GABAB receptors in Target groups Progenitor cells (HSPC) in Mice.- Transmigration the regulation of excitatory neurotransmission.- Plant embryologists, molecular and cell biologists, of Human CD34+ cells.- Flow Cytometry Based GABAergic control of CA3-driven network events botanists, bioengineers Cell Cycle Measurement of Mouse Hematopoietic in the developing hippocampus.- Regulation of Stem and Progenitor Cells. excitation by glycine receptors.- Regulation of Discount group excitability by potassium channels.- Modulation of P Fields of interest excitation by metabotropic glutamate receptors. Cell Biology; Hematology; Molecular Medicine Fields of interest Target groups Neurobiology; Cell Biology; Neurosciences Stem cell scientists, laboratory-based researchers, cell biologists Target groups Neurobiologists, cell biologists Discount group P Discount group P
Due January 2008 Due November 2007 Due January 2008
2nd ed . 2008 . Approx . 360 p . 43 illus ., 4 in color . 2008 . XVI, 248 p . 28 illus . (Results and Problems in Cell 2008 . Approx . 300 p . 21 illus . (Methods in Molecular (Methods in Molecular Biology, Volume 430) Hardcover Differentiation, Volume 44) Hardcover Biology, Volume 427) Hardcover 7 $99.50 7 $169.00 7 $99.50 ISBN 978-1-58829-868-3 ISBN 978-3-540-72601-2 ISBN 978-1-58829-931-4 126 Life Sciences Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
J. G. Fleagle, State University of New York, Stony K. A. Galvin, R. S. Reid, R. H. Behnke, Jr., N. T. Hobbs E. F. George, Westbury, UK; M. A. Hall, Institute Brook, NY, USA; C. C. Gilbert, State University of (Eds .) of Biological Sciences, Aberystwyth, Wales, UK; New York, Stony (Eds .) G. De Klerk, Plant Research International, Fragmentation in Semi-Arid Wageningen, The Netherlands (Eds .) Elwyn Simons: A Search for and Arid Landscapes Origins Plant Propagation by Tissue Consequences for Human and Natural Culture Systems Volume 1. The Background Elwyn Simons has held professional appoint- ments at Yale University (1960-1977), Duke University (1977-present), and was the Director The global significance of the world’s rangelands The first edition of “Plant Propagation by Tissue of the Duke Primate Center (1977-1991) and is large, with these arid and semi-arid systems Culture” by Edwin F. George appeared in 1986. A Scientific Director (1991-2001). He has authored making up almost 25% of the earth’s landscapes second edition consisting of two volumes appeared nearly 300 scientific publications and is the holder – and supporting the livelihoods of more than 20 in 1993 and 1996. For researchers and students, of many high honors. He is a member of the million people. These ecosystems are also home George’s books have become the standard works United States National Academy of Sciences, the to several of the planet’s remaining megafauna, as on in vitro plant propagation. The volumes also American Philosophical Society, as well as many well as other important species. Yet fragmentation contain a wealth of information for researchers other professional associations. He was elected across these rangelands has significantly impaired and companies working in related areas; particu- a “Knight of the National Order” by the govern- the ability of both people and animals to compen- larly plant breeding, genetic engineering, phytopa- ment of Madagascar and has been the recipient of sate for temporal heterogeneity in vegetation thology, production of secondary metabolites and many awards including the prestigious Charles R. and water by exploiting its spatial heterogeneity, conservation. Scientific knowledge has expanded Darwin Award for Lifetime Achievement from the resulting in limited resource availability. rapidly since the second edition and it would now American Association of Physical Anthropologists. The case is developed that while fragmentation be a daunting task for a single author to cover all arises from different natural, social and economic aspects adequately. Therefore, in this third edition, Features conditions worldwide it creates similar outcomes topics are being covered by a number of special- 7 Dr Simons dominated the study of primate for human and natural systems. With informa- ists. However, this edition still maintains the evolution for half a century; addresses challenges tion from nine sites around the world the authors integration that was characteristic of the previous of teaching evolution in schools examine how fragmentation occurs, the patterns editions. The first volume of the new edition that result, and the consequences of fragmenta- highlights the scientific background of in vitro From the contents tion for ecosystems and the people who depend propagation. The Life and career of Elwyn Simons.- Elwyn on them. Simons and the Synthesis of Two Intellectual Features Traditions.- Five decades of Research in Egypt.- Features 7 Provides an encyclopaedic coverage of plant Ear regions of Aegyptopithecus and Parapithecus: 7 First book to show how fragmentation of tissue culture and its applications 7 Plant tissue Implications for Platyrrhine Origins.- Fossil Plants natural systems influences human welfare, econo- culture, the topic of the book, is one of the pillars and Vegetation of the Fayum.- Geology, Paleoen- mies 7 Unique in global coverage, integration of of plant biotechnology 7 Merges applied aspects vironment, and Age of the Oldest Primate-bearing social, natural sciences of fragmentation in range- and basic science 7 Both for people new in the Fossil C. Clyde, and Mark Mathison Locality in the lands 7 Complex systems are self sustaining, field and experienced researchers Fayum Depression.- Early Evolution of Whales: whereas simplified ones often want capital inputs, Results of A Century of Research in Egypt.- Paleo- subsidies 7 Shows linkage of multiple scale Fields of interest gene Mammals from Sub-Saharan Africa:A View analyses 7 Rangeland use exclusivity does Plant Sciences; Agriculture; Plant Physiology from the eastern Rift.- Searching for New African not promote human welfare or sustain natural Frontiers.- Revisiting the Postcranial Evidence for processes Target groups Amphipithecid Anthropoid Affinities.- The Simons Degree students in horticulture and plant physi- Legacy: Two Decades of Lemur Conservation in Fields of interest ology, researchers at universities, institutes and Madagascar. Ecosystems; Anthropology; Ecology companies, libraries of universities, institutes and companies Fields of interest Target groups Evolutionary Biology; Zoology Ecologists and social scientists interested in the Discount group world’s rangelands and pastoral economies, scien- P Target groups tists, academics, students, development practitio- Libraries, researchers, scientists, graduate students ners, readers of the journal Human Ecology and in the fields of evolutionary biology, primatology, the Journal of Arid Lands physical anthropology and animal science Discount group Discount group P P
Due November 2007 Due November 2007 Due October 2007 2008 . Approx . 485 p . 161 illus . (Developments in Prima- tology: Progress and Prospects) Hardcover 2008 . Approx . 430 p . 4 illus . in color . Hardcover 2007 . Approx . 500 p . Hardcover 7 $139.00 7 $219.00 7 $269.00 ISBN 978-0-387-73895-6 ISBN 978-1-4020-4905-7 ISBN 978-1-4020-5004-6 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Life Sciences 127
E. Grotewold, The Ohio State University, Columbus, A. Hirai, Meijo University, Nagoya, Japan; T. Sasaki, S. Jain, University of Helsinki, Finland; H. Häggman, OH, USA (Ed .) National Institute of Agrobiological Sciences, University of Oulu, Finland (Eds .) Tsukuba, Japan; Y. Sani, Hokkaido University, The Science of Flavonoids Sapporo, Japan; H. Hirano, University of Tokyo, Japan Protocols for (Eds .) Micropropagation of Woody Rice Biology in the Genomics Trees and Fruits Despite the historical signifigance of flavonoids and their pigments in establishing the basis for Era modern genetics, research in this large group Micropropagation has become a reliable and of secondary metabolites continues to be more routine approach for large-scale rapid plant intense than ever. While research has focused in The complete sequencing of the rice genome and multiplication, which is based on plant cell, tissue the past primarily on the chemistry and biosyn- new molecular biological techniques have led to and organ culture on well defined tissue culture thesis of flavonoids, the past few years have tremendous advances in our knowledge of rice media under aseptic conditions. A lot of research witnessed increasing research in the applications of biology. Thus rice has become an important model efforts are being made to develop and refine flavonoids as nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals plant for basic and applied research. This volume micropropagation methods and culture media as well as on their roles as signal molecules within presents the latest results of research in crop for large-scale plant multiplication of several plants and between plants and other organisms. No improvement as well as in molecular and cellular number of plant species. However, many forest book has tried provide a comprehensive overview activities in rice. It consists of 26 chapters and is and fruit tree species still remain recalcitrant to of the flavonoid field since 1990. divided into the following four sections: Genome- in vitro culture and require highly specific culture This book will comprehensively cover the wide and genome-based research; Signal transduc- conditions for plant growth and development. The emerging areas in the field of flavonoid research tion and development; Evolution and ecology; recent challenges on plant cell cycle regulation and and their applications. First, flavonoids must Improvement of rice. the presented potential molecular mechanisms of be introduced as chemical entities and then an recalcitrance are providing excellent background overview of the tools currently available for their Fields of interest for understanding on totipotency and what is more analysis will be presented. Plant Genetics & Genomics; Agriculture; Plant development of micropropagation protocols. For Anatomy/Development large-scale in vitro plant production the important Features attributes are the quality, cost effectiveness, main- 7 The only book of its kind to provide an over- Target groups tenance of genetic fidelity, and long-term storage. view of the science of flavonoids in plants Researchers, plant breeders, agronomists, advanced students, teachers Features Contents 7 Presents step-wise protocols on micropropaga- Preface.- The Stereochemistry of Flavonoids.- Discount group tion 7 Provides information of organogenesis Methods in Flavonoid Isolation and Identification.- P approach for plant multiplication 7 Easy to The Biosynthesis of Flavonoids.- Transcriptional follow step by step roptocols for numerous woody Regulation of Flavonoid Biosynthetic Genes.- plants Transport of Flavonoids.- Flavonoid Pigments as Tools in Molecular Genetics.- The Evolution of From the contents Flavonoids and Their Genes.- Flavonoids as Nutra- Preface: 1. Totipotency and the cell cycle.- ceuticals.- Flavonoid as Signal Molecules.- Index. 2. Micropropagation via organogenesis in slash.- 3. Micropropagation of coast redwood (Sequoia Fields of interest sempervirens).- 4. Micropropagation of Pinus Plant Biochemistry; Plant Sciences; Plant Physi- pinea l.- 5. Micropropagation of Pinus armandii ology var. amamiana.- 6. Organogenesis and cryopreser- vation of juvenile Radiata.- 7. Genetic fidelity Target groups analyses of in vitro propagated cork oak (Quercus Researchers, institutes, professors and industry, suber l.).- 8. Protocol for micropropagation of food science and nutrition researchers Quercus spp.
Discount group Fields of interest P Plant Sciences; Biotechnology; Tree Biology
Target groups Students, researchers, horticulturists, forest geneti- cists, biotech companies
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Due February 2008 Due October 2007 Due October 2007 2008 . Approx . 380 p . (Biotechnology in Agriculture and 2008 . Approx . 280 p . 69 illus ., 13 in color . Softcover Forestry, Volume 62) Hardcover 2007 . Approx . 570 p . Hardcover 7 $89.95 7 $269.00 7 $249.00 ISBN 978-0-387-74550-3 ISBN 978-3-540-74248-7 ISBN 978-1-4020-6351-0 128 Life Sciences Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
A. Kamkin, I. Kiseleva, Russian State Medical Univer- S. J. Kennelly, Cronulla Fisheries Research Centre, B. Kobe, University of Queensland, Brisbane, sity, Moscow, Russia (Eds .) Cronulla, Australia (Ed .) Australia; M. Guss, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia; H. Thomas, University of Queensland, Mechanosensitive Ion By-catch Reduction in the Brisbane, Australia (Eds .) Channels World‘s Fisheries Structural Proteomics High-Throughput Methods This book is devoted to discussing the latest data The 8 chapters encompass contributions from 27 dealing with mechanosensitive channels research of the world’s leading experts in by-catch reduc- results. It was compiled by a group of internation- tion. They take the reader through most aspects The objective of this volume of Methods in ally recognized scientists leading in the field of of the field at a variety of scales and viewpoints. Molecular Biology on Structural Proteomics: mechanosensitive ion channels or mechanically They examine the methodologies used to develop High-throughput methods is to provide readers gated channels and mechanosensitive signaling by-catch reduction techniques and provide new with a current view of all aspects of the ‚pipeline‘ cascades research. Key problems of cell mechano- avenues for assisting and broadening such work. that takes protein targets to structures and how biology are also discussed. Case studies are provided that encompass most of these have been optimised. This volume includes The reviews included in the book deal with the world’s fishing techniques and regions. chapters describing, in-depth, the individual steps experimental methods of studying mechanosen- Solutions developed for the most problematic in the Structural Genomics pipeline, as well as sitive channels, role of lipid bilayer mechanics fishing methods in terms of by-catch, selectivity less detailed overviews of individual Structural in mechanosensation, molecular organization, and habitat damage are examined in significant Genomics initiatives. The readers are encouraged physiology and pharmacology of various channels detail in addition to ways to reduce the by-catch to access further details on the methodologies in reacting to membrane tension as a stimulus. The of charismatic species like marine mammals and on-line resources such as PepcDB (Protein expres- book discusses mechanotransduction, which may sea-birds. By-catch reduction in less infamous sion purification and crystallization database; be defined as the biochemical response of cells to fishing methods is also examined with chapters on pepcdb.pdb.org) and in the cited literature. We mechanical stimulation. Under discussion also are recreational fishing and trapping. The book shows emphasize that most methods are as amenable to signaling cascades modulating mechanosensitive how the lessons learned in reducing by-catch small laboratories as to large consortia, and do not channels. In contrast, regulation of intracellular can be applied to ameliorate emerging, broader require major investments in facilities; we hope signal transduction pathways by mechanosensitive issues concerning the impacts of fishing on entire that this volume will help smaller laboratories ion channels is discussed. ecosystems. establish some of the high-throughput techniques.
Features Features Features 7 One book concentrates on basic information 7 First time a synopsis of by-catch reduction has 7 First book of protocols to cover techniques in on mechanosensitive ion channels 7 One book been prepared in a book like this 7 Provides case a new and emerging field 7 Offers step by step concentrates on basic information on mechano- studies that encompass most of the world‘s fishing methods and protocols for reproducible lab experi- sensitive signaling cascades 7 Covers basic ideas techniques and regions 7 Solutions developed ments 7 Each protocol has a Notes section where on cell mechanobiology 7 Criticizes a number for the most problematic fishing methods in terms the major researchers in the field offer tricks and of points considered acute in the recent years of by-catch 7 Selectivity and habitat damage are hints of the trade 7 Gives a wide and detailed coverage of the examined in detail in addition to ways to reduce problem as a whole the by-catch of species like marine mammals and Fields of interest sea-birds Proteomics; Microbial Genetics and Genomics; Fields of interest Bioinformatics Cell Biology; Animal Physiology; Biophysics/ Fields of interest Biomedical Physics Zoology; Hydrobiology; Environmental Manage- Target groups ment Structural biologists and molecular biologists Target groups Physiologists, biophysics, molecular biologists, Target groups Discount group pharmacologists, geneticists, doctors Fisheries professionals: fishers, scientists, P managers, communicators and educators; students Discount group of fisheries science; environmentalists and conser- P vationists
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Due October 2007 Due November 2007 Due January 2008 2007 . XVIII, 290 p . 71 illus . (Reviews: Methods and 2008 . Approx . 400 p . (Mechanosensitivity in Cells and Technologies in Fish Biology and Fisheries, Volume 7) 2008 . Approx . 400 p . 130 illus ., 10 in color . (Methods in Tissues, Volume 1) Hardcover Hardcover Molecular Biology, Volume 426) Hardcover 7 approx. $169.00 7 $149.00 7 $99.00 ISBN 978-1-4020-6425-8 ISBN 978-1-4020-6077-9 ISBN 978-1-58829-809-6 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Life Sciences 129
A. L. Koch, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, USA N. Koning, Wageningen University, Wageningen, The G. Loebenstein, Agricultural Research Organization, Netherlands; P. Pinstrup-Andersen, Cornell Univer- Bet Dagan, Israel; G. Thottappilly, Mahyco Research The Bacteria: Their Origin, sity, Ithaca, NY, USA (Eds .) Foundation, Hyderabad, India (Eds .) Structure, Function and Agricultural Trade Agricultural Research Antibiosis Liberalization and the Least Management Developed Countries The book’s purpose is to explain from the develop- ment of life on earth to the evolution of diversity. Agricultural research is one of the most wide- It is this diversity that led, almost automatically spread forms of organized research in the world, to the development of pathogens and predators. Features in both developed and developing countries. The relationship of pathogens and host lead to the 7 First and only book on the subject Management of agricultural research involves development of antibiotics and resistance mecha- 7 Addresses a very important and timely issue many decisions that have scientific, social and nism. Man has extended this process and we now 7 The authors are world renowned experts on political consequences. Every country has estab- have a situation in which new antibiotics only are the subject lished agricultural research priorities based on effective for a short time. If we are to create long many complex factors that must be considered term antibiotics we must design them with this Fields of interest when decisions are made on the choice of research history in mind. Agriculture; Agricultural Economics; Development problems to be investigated. Resources must be Understanding antibiotic chemotherapy at the Economics divided among projects that often compete for the ecological level is necessary for more permanent limited funding available that supports the total advances in development and in the usage of anti- Target groups research enterprise. biotic agents both old, new, and in the future. Students of agricultural trade and development, This book will provide those individuals who trade negotiators, researchers, policy analysts, manage research with methods and procedures Features policy advisors and policy-makers in both devel- that can be used in their management organiza- 7 Unique in its very broad perspective and its oped and developing countries, news media tion. explanation of how medicine has arrived at its present position Discount group Features P 7 An up-to-date reference book on agricultural From the contents: research management 7 A useful guide that Preface. Legend to the Frontispiece.- Part 1 Origin highlights the similarities and differences in of Bacteria.- Part 2 Wall Structure.- Part 3 Bacterial the management systems that guide research in Morphologies.- Part 4 Antibiosis.- References. different countries 7 Critically analyzes some representative systems and suggests points for Field of interest improvement Microbiology From the contents Target groups Part 1. General. 1. The Mission of Agricultural Students, scientists, researchers Research. 2. The Mission and Evolution of Interna- tional Agricultural Research in Developing Coun- Discount group tries. 3. Considerations for Determining Research P Priorities: Learning Cycles and Impact Pathways. 4. Creating an Effective Process to Define, Approve and Review the Research Agenda for Institutions in the Developing World. 5. The Research Depart- ment and Institute. 6. Leadership in Agricultural Research Management. 7. Bioethics in Agricultural Research and Research Management.
Fields of interest Plant Pathology; Plant Sciences; Agriculture
Target groups Students and staff interested in agricultural research and research management, international and national research institutions and their staff, faculties teaching in management
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Only available in print Due November 2007 Due October 2007 2007 . VIII, 252 p . (Wageningen UR Frontis Series, 2008 . X, 224 p . Softcover Volume 19) Softcover 2007 . Approx . 410 p . Hardcover 7 $59.95 7 $59.95 7 $229.00 ISBN 978-1-4020-6625-2 ISBN 978-1-4020-6085-4 ISBN 978-1-4020-6056-4 130 Life Sciences Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
T. Nakashizuka, Graduate School of Life Sciences J. Nielsen, M. Jewett, Center for Microbial Biotech- Nucleic Acids and Molecular Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan (Ed .) nology, Kgs . Lyngby, Denmark (Eds .) Biology Sustainability and Diversity of Metabolomics Series editor: H. Gross Forest Ecosystems A Powerful Tool in Systems Biology An Interdisciplinary Approach Volume 20
The metabolome comprises the complete set H. U. Göringer, Technical University, Darmstadt, Biodiversity is decreasing at the fastest rate in the of metabolites, the non-genetically encoded Germany (Ed .) history of the earth, largely as a result of human substrates, intermediates, and products of meta- activity. The sustainable use of ecosystems allowing bolic pathways, associated to a cell. Given the RNA Editing maintenance of biological diversity is an urgent increasing demand to quantitatively identify the problem that must be solved. Among terrestrial metabolome and understand how trafficking of ecosystems, forests support the richest biological metabolites through the metabolic network impact diversity. The interaction of humans and forests cellular behavior, metabolomics has emerged as an The term “RNA editing” describes a diverse set of has a long history, but recent changes have been important complementary technology to the cell- biochemical processes whereby genetic informa- the most drastic ever. The rapid decrease and wide measurements of mRNA, proteins, fluxes, and tion is modulated on a post-transcriptional level deterioration of forest ecosystems has been caused interactions (e.g. protein-DNA). Metabolomics i.e. on the level of ribonucleic acids (RNA). RNA by social, economic, and ecological factors, which is already a powerful tool in drug discovery and editing has been demonstrated in viruses, proto- may vary locally but are common globally. The development and in metabolic engineering. While zoan organisms, in plants and in mammals and in mechanisms causing biodiversity loss through maintaining these strengths, the field promises to many cases it has been identified as a key step in forest utilization and the results of that loss of play a heightened role in systems biology research, the regulation of gene expression. This book dedi- biodiversity are still virtually unknown, although which is transforming the practice of medicine and cates a chapter to each of the main types of RNA such knowledge is crucial to developing sustain- our ability to engineer living organisms. editing. All sections are written by experts in the able management strategies. various research areas and a specific focus is put on Features the correlation between RNA structure and func- Fields of interest 7 Gives a fresh subtantial and in-depth over- tion, as well as on the complex cellular machineries Biodiversity; Forestry Management; Landscape view on metabolomics 7 Addresses all major that catalyze the different editing reactions. This Ecology challenges of the field 7 Offers real strategies for leads to a “state of the art” compendium of our understanding cellular complexity current knowledge on RNA editing. Target groups Researchers in ecology, forestry, environmental Contents Features sciences The role of metabolomics in systems biology.- 7 First book to dedicate one chapter each to each Analytical methods from the perspective of of the main types of RNA editing 7 Special focus Discount group method standardization.- Reporting standards.- on correlation between RNA structure and RNA P The Golm Metabolome Database: a database for function 7 Written by experts in the field GC-MS based metabolite profiling.- Reconstruc- tion of dynamic network models from metabolite Contents measurements.- Toward metabolome-based 13C Editing Reactions from the Perspective of RNA flux analysis: a universal tool for measuring in vivo Structure.- Editing of tRNA for Structure and metabolic activity.- Data acquisition, analysis, and Function.- RNA Editing by Adenosine Deaminases mining: Integrative tools for discerning meta- that Act on RNA (ADARs).-Insertion/Deletion bolic function in Saccharomyces cerevisiae.- E. Editing in Physarum polycephalum.- RNA Editing coli metabolomics: capturing the complexity of in Plant Mitochondria.- RNA Editing in Chlo- a “simple” model.- The exo-metabolome in fila- roplasts.- Working Together: the RNA Editing mentous fungi.- The importance of anatomy and Machinery in Trypanosoma brucei.- RNA Editing physiology in plant metabolomics. Accessory Factors – the Example of mHel61p.- The Function of RNA Editing in Trypanosomes.- Fields of interest Evolutionary Aspects of RNA Editing. Biochemistry, general; Bioinformatics; Cell Biology Fields of interest Target groups Cell Biology; Biochemistry, general; Microbiology Biochemists, bioinformaticists, cell biologists, microbiologists Target groups Cell biologists, biochemists, microbiologists Discount group P Discount group P
Due October 2007 Due November 2007 Due November 2007 Reprinted from Ecological Research, volume 22, 3, 2007 2008 . Approx . 300 p . 53 illus ., 13 in color . (Topics in Current Genetics, Volume 18) Hardcover 2008 . XI, 231 p . 41 illus ., 13 in color . Hardcover 2007 . X, 438 p . 85 illus . Hardcover 7 approx. $189.00 7 $169.00 7 $79.95 ISBN 978-3-540-74718-5 ISBN 978-3-540-73786-5 ISBN 978-4-431-73237-2 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Life Sciences 131
Progress in Botany J. Prohens-Tomás, F. Nuez, Universidad Politecnica de Valencia, Valencia, Spain (Eds .) Series editors: U. Lüttge, W. Beyschlag, J. Murata New Series Vegetables I Volume 69 Asteraceae, Brassicaceae, Chenopodicaceae U. E. Lüttge, Technical University Darmstadt, and Cucurbitaceae Germany; W. Beyschlag, University of Bielefeld, Handbook of Plant Breeding Germany; J. Murata (Eds .) Series editors: J. Prohens-Tomás, F. Nuez, This first volume of the Handbook of Plant M. J. Carena Breeding book series is devoted to vegetable With one volume each year, this series keeps scien- crops breeding. Each chapter is dedicated to a tists and advanced students informed of the latest major vegetable crop. Each chapter contains a developments and results in all areas of the plant The field of plant breeding covers a broad range comprehensive review of the diversity, breeding sciences. The present volume includes reviews of different species and categories of plants. While techniques, achievements and use of the most on genetics, cell biology, physiology, comparative there are many techniques and issues that are advanced molecular techniques in the genetic morphology, systematics, ecology, and vegetation similar across these species, there are many more improvement of these crops. science. that are unique to each category of species. The purpose of the book is to provide breeders and The Handbook of Plant Breeding is organized by researchers from the public and private sectors Features major crop categories and includes the most up-to- with updated information and the latest novel- 7 Review of the latest results in the major areas of date molecular techniques being used. It will serve ties in the breeding of specific crops of economic the plant sciences in the past 1-2 years as a resource for plant breeding laboratories in relevance. Also, it serves as a major reference book both the university and industrial setting. for post-graduate courses and PhD courses on From the contents breeding vegetable crops, as well a book of consult Review. Ecophysiology: Migrations Between for horticulturists and extension agents interested Different Levels of Scaling.- Genetics. Recombina- in current advancements in the development of tion. Function of Genetic Material. Functional new vegetable crops varieties. Markers in Resistance Breeding. Extranuclear Inheritance: Plastid-nuclear Cooperation in Photo- Features system I Assembly in Photosynthetic Eukaryotes. 7 A comprehensive reference on major vegetable Molecular cell biology: Are Reactive Oxygen crops 7 The only complete resource for plant Species Regulators of Leaf Senescence?- Physi- breeders that includes the most recent molecular ology. Application of Laser-assisted Microdis- techniques being used across species section for Tissue and Cell-specific Analysis of RNA, Proteins, and Metabolite. Crassulacean Acid Contents Metabolism: a Cause or Consequence of Oxidative Preface.- Family Asteraceae (=Compositae): Stress in Planta? Oxidative Stress and Salt Toler- Chicory and Endive.- Globe Artichoke and ance in Plants. Subcellular Sites of Environmental Cardoon.- Lettuce.- Family Brassicaceae (=Crucif- Sensing Cuscuta ssp.: Parasitic Plants in the Spot- erae): Cabbage.- Cauliflower and Broccoli.- Family light of Plant Physiology, Economy and Ecology: Chenopodiaceae: Spinach.- Table Beet.- Family Plasma Membrane Redox Systems: Lipid Rafts and Cucurbitaceae: Cucumber.- Melon.- Pumpkin and Protein Assemblies. Winter Squash.- Summer Squash.- Watermelon.- Index. Fields of interest Plant Physiology; Plant Genetics & Genomics; Fields of interest Plant Ecology Plant Genetics & Genomics; Plant Sciences; Agriculture Target groups Plant scientists Target groups Plant breeders, researchers and as a suggested book Discount group in plant breeding courses P Discount group P
Due November 2007 Due November 2007 2008 . Approx . 415 p . 78 illus ., 11 in color . (Handbook of 2008 . Approx . 470 p . 33 illus . Hardcover Plant Breeding, Volume 1) Hardcover 7 approx. $319.00 7 $149.00 ISBN 978-3-540-72953-2 ISBN 978-0-387-72291-7 132 Life Sciences Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
J. Prohens-Tomás, F. Nuez, Universidad Politecnica C. Schönbach, S. Ranganathan, V. Brusic (Eds .) de Valencia, Spain (Eds .) New Series Immunoinformatics Vegetables II Fabaceae, Liliaceae, Solanaceae and Umbelliferae This is the first volume in a series that will be Immunomics Reviews dedicated to publishing advances in immunomics particularly those focusing on systemic and inte- This first volume of the Handbook of Plant Series editors: V. Brusic, A. Falus grative approaches in basic and clinical immu- Breeding book series is devoted to vegetable nology, immunoinformatics, and immunologically crops breeding. Each chapter is dedicated to a relevant instrumentation and high-throughput major vegetable crop. Each chapter contains a This peer-reviewed book series offers insight on screening methods. comprehensive review of the diversity, breeding immunology for the 21st century. The techno- Immunoinformatics utilizes mathematics, infor- techniques, achievements and use of the most logical revolution has borne advances in high- mation science, computer engineering, genomics, advanced molecular techniques in the genetic throughput instrumentation and information proteomics and immunological methods to bridge improvement of these crops. technology, initiating a renaissance for biomath- immunology and informatics. Ten expert reviews The purpose of the book is to provide breeders and ematics, and biostatistics. Cross-fertilization introduce bioinformaticians and immunologists researchers from the public and private sectors between genomics and immunology has led to a alike to successfully applied data-driven strate- with updated information and the latest novel- new field called immunomics, transforming the gies in MHC, TCR, peptide-MHC and allergen ties in the breeding of specific crops of economic way in which theoretical, clinical and applied research, epitope prediction, de-immunization of relevance. Also, it serves as a major reference book immunology are practiced. Immunomics Reviews therapeutic proteins, host-pathogen interactions, for post-graduate courses and PhD courses on will cover integrative approaches and applications modeling of immune responses to pathogens and breeding vegetable crops, as well a book of consult to the theory and practice of immunology and large-scale chemical mutagenesis-driven genetic for horticulturists and extension agents interested explore synergistic effects resulting from a combi- analyses systems. In contrast to existing books in current advancements in the development of nation of technological advances and the latest on immunoinformatics which emphasize epitope new vegetable crops varieties. analytical tools with the traditional fields of basic prediction this volume presents a cross-section of and clinical immunology. immunoinformatic research. Features 7 A comprehensive reference on major vegetable Features crops 7 The only complete resource for plant 7 Highlights the systemic and integrative breeders that includes the most recent molecular approaches in immunoinformatics techniques being used across species From the contents Contents IMGT-ONTOLOGY, IMGT® Databases, Tools Preface.- Family Fabaceae (=Leguminosae): and Web Resources for Immunoinformatics.- Garden Pea.- Snap Bean.- Family Liliaceae: IMGT standardization for molecular charac- Asparagus.- Onion.- Family Solanaceae: Eggplant.- terization of the T cell receptor/peptide/MHC Pepper.- Tomato.- Family Umbelliferae (=Apia- complexes.- Structural Immunoinformatics.- In ceae): Carrot.- Index. Silico QSAR-Based Predictions of Class I and Class II MHC Epitopes.- Immunoinformatics Applied Fields of interest to Modifying and Improving Biological Thera- Plant Genetics & Genomics; Plant Sciences; peutics.- Plasticity of Dendritic Cell Transcrip- Agriculture tional Responses to Antigen: Functional States of Dendritic Cells.- Understanding the Immune Target groups System by Computer-aided Modelling. Plant breeders, researchers and as a suggested book in plant breeding courses Fields of interest Bioinformatics; Immunology; Microbiology Discount group P Target groups Scientists, researchers, students and professionals in the fields of Immunology, bioinformatics, microbiology, genetics, systems biology, biotech- nology, computational biology
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2008 . Approx . 410 p . 6 illus . in color . (Handbook of Plant 2008 . Approx . 215 p . 42 illus ., 4 in color . (Immunomics Breeding, Volume 2) Hardcover Reviews:, Volume 1) Hardcover 7 $149.00 7 $139.00 ISBN 978-0-387-74108-6 ISBN 978-0-387-72967-1 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Life Sciences 133
R. Varshney, ICRISAT, Patancheru, India; R. Tuberosa, R. Varshney, ICRISAT, Patancheru, India; R. Tuberosa, R. Verpoorte, A. Alfermann, T. Johnson (Eds .) University of Bologna, Italy (Eds .) University of Bologna, Italy (Eds .) Applications of Plant Genomics-Assisted Crop Genomics-Assisted Crop Metabolic Engineering Improvement Improvement Vol 1: Genomics Approaches and Platforms Vol 2: Genomics Applications in Crops Written by leading international experts in the field of plant metabolic engineering, this book Genomics research has great potential to revolu- Genomics research has great potential to revolu- discusses, mainly, applications of plant metabolic tionize the discipline of plant breeding in order to tionize the discipline of plant breeding in order to engineering. Metabolic engineering, which is part realize the future needs of an ever growing human realize the future needs of an ever growing human of second generation biotechnology, has made population. Several high-throughput approaches, population. Several high-throughput approaches, several contributions at basic level as well as at genomics platforms and strategies are currently genomics platforms and strategies are currently conceptualising products ever since its emergence available for applying genomics to crop breeding. available for applying genomics to crop breeding. in the early 1980s. Applications resulting from However, high costs invested in/associated with However, high costs invested in/associated with metabolic engineering are expected to play a very genomics research currently limit the implemen- genomics research currently limit the implemen- important role in future for plant breeding, e.g. for tation of genomics-assisted crop improvement, tation of genomics-assisted crop improvement, improved resistance or improved traits concerning especially for inbreeding and/or minor crops. especially for inbreeding and/or minor crops. health promoting constituents, and production The volume “Genomics-Assisted Crop Improve- The volume “Genomics-Assisted Crop Improve- of fine chemicals such as medicines, flavors and ment” provides a critical assessment of genomics ment” provides a critical assessment of genomics fragrances. tools and approaches for crop breeding. Volume tools and approaches for crop breeding. Volume 2 Considering the tremendous progress that has 1 entitled “Genomics Approaches and Platforms” entitled “Genomics Applications in Crops” pres- been made since our first book in the year 2000 presents the status and availability of genomic ents a number of case studies of several important urgency was felt to bring together cutting edge resources and genomics platforms and also devises crop and plant species that summarize both the research in plant metabolic engineering in applied the strategies and approaches for effectively achievements and limitations of genomics research aspects as a handy reference book. exploiting genomics research for crop improve- for crop improvement. We hope that this effort ment. will help those working in crop genomics as well as From the contents conventional plant breeding to focus their research 1.Biosynthesis of plant natural products and Features plans for crop improvement programmes. characterization of plant biosynthetic pathways in 7 Unique collection of review articles on plant recombinant microorganisms.- 2.Plant Molecular genomics 7 State-of-the-art presentation of Features Farming: Host Systems, Technology and Products.- genomics applied to crop improvement 7 Bridge 7 Unique collection of review articles on plant 3. Plastid Pathways, metabolic engineering via to fill the gap between conventional and modern genomics 7 State-of-the-art presentation of the chloroplast genome.- 4.Metabolic engineering breeding genomics applied to crop improvement 7 Bridge of the alkaloid biosynthesis in plants: functional to fill the gap between conventional and modern genomics approaches.- 5.Polyamine Biosyn- From the contents breeding thetic Pathway: A Potential Target for Enhancing 1.Genomics-assisted crop improvement: an Alkaloids Production.- 6.Metabolic Engineering in overview.- 2. Genic molecular markers in plants: From the contents Alkaloid Biosynthesis: Case Studies in Tyrosine- development and applications.- 3. Molecular 1. Microsatellite and SNP markers in wheat and Putrescine-Derived Alkaloids.- 7. Application breeding: maximizing the exploitation of genetic breeding.- 2. Molecular markers and QTL analysis of Metabolic Engineering to Vanillin Biosyn- diversity.- 4. Modeling QTL effects and marker- for grain quality improvement in wheat.- 3. thetic Pathways in Vanilla planifolia.- 8.Pathway assisted selection in plant breeding.- 5. Applica- Molecular approaches and breeding strategies for Engineering of the Plant Vitamin C Metabolic tions of linkage disequilibrium and association drought tolerance in barley.- 4. Molecular markers Network.- 9.Metabolic Engineering of Terpenoid mapping in crop plants.- 6. Exploitation of natural for gene pyramiding and disease resistance Biosynthesis in Plants.- 10.Metabolic Engineering biodiversity through genomics. breeding in barley.- 5. Cloning genes and QTLs for Of Seed Oil Biosynthetic Pathways for Human disease resistance in cereals. Health. Fields of interest Plant Sciences; Plant Genetics & Genomics; Fields of interest Fields of interest Agriculture Plant Sciences; Plant Genetics & Genomics; Plant Sciences; Plant Biochemistry; Agriculture Agriculture Target groups Target groups Genomics specialists, geneticists, plant breeders, Target groups Teachers from college and universities; graduate, crop physiologists, teachers, graduate and under- Genomics specialists, geneticists, plant breeders, postgraduate students and researchers; professors graduate students; university and research institute crop physiologists, teachers, graduate and under- at university level as handy reference book; plant libraries graduate students; university and research institute breeding companies libraries Discount group Discount group P Discount group P P
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2007 . XXIV, 388 p . Hardcover 2007 . XIV, 498 p . Hardcover 2007 . XXII, 332 p . Hardcover 7 $209.00 7 $239.00 7 $159.00 ISBN 978-1-4020-6294-0 ISBN 978-1-4020-6296-4 ISBN 978-1-4020-6030-4 134 Life Sciences Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
R. Willis, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, T. Winch, Hereford, UK S. S. Yadav, D. McNeil, P. C. Stevenson (Eds .) Australia Growing Food Lentil The History of Allelopathy A Guide to Food Production An Ancient Crop for Modern Times
This book firstly addresses the question of what This specialist handbook is intended as a quick The lentil is one of the first foods to have been is allelopathy, as allelopathy is one of these and easy reference guide for individuals and cultivated and has maintained excellent socio- unfortunate terms in ecology that has no unified organisations that are involved with the produc- economic value for over 8,000 years. The ancient definition. The book then examines the major tion of food, from both agriculture and horticul- crop is now a crop for modern times in both episodes in the history of allelopathy: the writings ture. It is designed to be used as a reference book developing and developed countries today. The from classical Greece and Rome; mediaeval Arabic, that answers basic questions about how food is international market in recent years has increased Indian and Chinese work; the advent of printing produced from plants, and aims to demystify the significantly and this crop is gaining an important and promulgation of information in the 16th and subject of growing food as far as possible. The place in cropping systems under different ecolo- 17th centuries; the 18th century and the theory of focus is firmly on the technical aspects of food gies. It is grown in over 35 countries, has a broad root excretion; the 19th century and the influence crops; animal husbandry, agrochemicals and range of uses around the world, and the different of A.P. de Candolle; the early 20th century and the genetic engineering are only briefly mentioned. seed and plant types adapted to an increasingly work of Pickering and the USDA Bureau of Soils; The manual with its strong international flavour wide range of ecologies makes this comprehen- and the years leading to the current era. is designed to be also used by those who normally sive volume even more important today. This The work draws extensively on original sources, speak or read English as their second language, book covers all aspects of diversity, breeding and consequently many of the assertions published using simple English terminology and phrasing, and production technologies, and the contents in relation to the background of allelopathy, are with explanations and cross references of the include; Origin, adaptation, ecology and diversity shown to be incorrect, or at best very inadequate. terminology, acronyms and terms used. Utilization, nutrition and production technologies. There is a great deal of information presented, in a Genetic enhancement, mutation and wild relatives. consolidated or accessible form, for the first time. Features Breeding methods and lensomics achievements. 7 Comprehensive reference book on food Productivity, profitability and world trade. Features production from plants 7 Simple and clear 7 First work to document in detail the history of explanation of the principles and practices of food Features allelopathy 7 Material presented in English for production 7 Rapid access to information, which 7 Presents the most comprehensive and up- the first time, e.g. from Latin, Indian, Chinese, is presented in a logical sequence 7 International to-date review of research on lentil production Arabic sources 7 Unique insight into the appeal - straightforward English style of writing 7 Covers all aspects of ecology, production historical factors which have swayed the popularity 7 Understable to non-specialists and to people management, genetic enhancement and breeding of allelopathy through the ages whose first language may not be English approaches 7 Complete analysis of production from nutrients and pest management to harvest Contents Fields of interest and storage 7 Full documentation of taxonomy, Illustrations.- Acknowledgements.- Foreword.- Agriculture; Food Science; Nutrition uses and history of this important crop 1. What is Allelopathy?- 2. Allelopathy in the Classical World - Greece and Rome.- 3. Arabic Target groups From the contents Works.- 4. Ancient India, China and Japan.- Development and aid agencies both in private About the Editors: List of Contributors: Preface: 1. 5. Mediaeval Period and Renaissance.- 6. The and public sector (UN agencies, NGOs, etc.), History and Origin.- 2. Biodiversity Management.- Eighteenth Century – Root Excretion.- 7. Augustin agricultural and horticultural extension agents, 3. Adaptation and Ecology.- 4. Uses and Consump- Pyramus de Candolle, and His Era.- 8. The Decline students and their training colleges, Government tion.- 5. Nutritional Value.- 6. Global Production of Allelopathy in the Latter Nineteenth Century.- departments of agriculture, horticulture and rural and World Trade.- 7. Lentil-Based Cropping 9. Spencer Pickering, and The Woburn Experi- development, funders of agricultural and horti- Systems.- 8. Rhizobium Management and Nitrogen mental Fruit, 1894-1921.- 10. The USDA Bureau cultural development programmes, consultants, fixation.- 9. Nutrient Management.- 10. Weed of Soils and Its Influence. nutritionists, health workers and gardeners Management.- 11. Irrigation Management.
Fields of interest Discount group Fields of interest Life Sciences, general; Plant Sciences; Plant P Plant Sciences; Agriculture; Plant Genetics & Ecology Genomics
Target groups Target groups Graduate students, researchers concerned with Legume breeders, scientists, nutritionists, allelopathy, plant ecology, agriculture; graduate researchers, graduate students, farmers, traders students, researchers concerned with history of and consumers in developed and devoloping botany countries
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A. Bostrom, S. P. French, S. J. Gottlieb, Georgia D. Briskorn, University Kiel, Germany F. Bruinsma, E. Pels, H. Priemus, P. Rietveld, Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, USA (Eds .) B. v. Wee (Eds .) Sports Leagues Scheduling Risk Assessment, Modeling Models, Combinatorial Properties, and Railway Development and Decision Support Optimization Algorithms Impacts on Urban Dynamics Strategic Decisions
In the context of sports leagues scheduling (SLS) This book addresses the role of railways in urban The papers in this volume integrate results from several groups‘ interests must be taken into development. The central aim is to inquire into current research efforts in earthquake engineering account. This book treats requirements for sport how especially the development of high-speed with research from the larger risk assessment leagues schedules to be realizable from an opera- rail and light rail links will affect European cities. community. The authors include risk and hazard tional and a security point of view, attractive for The analyses are carried out with special attention researchers from the major U.S. hazard and spectators and tv channels, and fair for the conam- given to the broader institutional environment earthquake centers and some from abroad as well peting teams. Formal problem definitions as well of the railway system, including the shift toward as programmers and analysts from leading insur- as integer programming models are presented and privatised railway companies, internationalisation, ance and risk assessment firms. The introductory analyzed. Additionally, several fairness concepts the occurrence of market and government failures chapter provides an historical overview of the are developed and their operability is investigated in land markets, and private-public partnerships rise of risk assessment in the U.S., with particular by means of graph theory. Moreover, this book in the development of railway station areas. The emphasis on the role of seismic risk assessment. presents algorithmic concepts that can be drawn essense of the plans to invest in railway stations is Four key components of risk assessment and deci- upon to construct suitable schedules. This volume that railway stations are not considered merely as sion support software are analyzed in detail in the provides a deep understanding of problems arising nodes where people transfer from one vehicle to remaining papers: treatment of uncertainty, loss in the context of SLS as well as approaches for another, but also as places where spatial concen- assessment, modeling of seismic mitigation strate- dealing with these problems, being relevant for trations of high value activity are recognised as gies, and visualization of risk and uncertainty. The both theoreticians and practitioners. having a positive impact on cities. The develop- volume lays out a road map for future develop- ment of real estate near stations is increasingly ments in risk modeling and decision support and Fields of interest seen as a negotiation process in which both public positions earthquake engineering research within Operations Research/Decision Theory; and private actors play certain roles to revitalise the family of risk analysis tools and techniques. Optimization; Combinatorics central urban areas.
Contents Target groups Contents Introduction.- A Brief History of Seismic Risk Scientists, interested practitioners Part A: Setting the scene.- Part B: Evaluation Assessment.- Perspectives on the History of studies.- Part C: High-speed rail and urban Seismic Risk Assessment.- Strategic Directions Discount group dynamics.- Part D: Light rail and urban dynamics. in Seismic Modeling: HAZUS® Development P and Current Applications for Catastrophe Plan- Field of interest ning.- Perspectives on Development and Current Regional Science Applications for Catastrophe Planning.- Loss Estimation Models and Metrics.- Perspectives on Target groups Loss Estimation Models and Metrics.- Seismic Risk Scientists Mitigation Decisions under Uncertainty.- Perspec- tives on Seismic Risk Mitigation Decisions under Discount group Uncertainty.- Modeling Seismic Mitigation Strate- P gies.- Perspectives on Modeling Seismic Mitigation Strategies.- Visualizing Uncertainty in Natural Hazards.- Perspectives on Visualizing Uncertainty in Natural Hazards.
Fields of interest R & D/Technology Policy; Environmental Manage- ment; Environmental Computing/Environmental Modelling
Target groups Scientists
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R. Capello, R. Camagni, Politecnico di Milano, Italy; U. Götze, Technical University of Chemnitz, Germany; D. Helbing, ETH Zürich, Switzerland (Ed .) B. Chizzolini, Università Bocconi, Italy; U. Fratesi, D. Northcott, Hamilton, New Zealand; P. Schuster, Politecnico di Milano, Italy Schmalkalden University, Germany Managing Complexity: Modelling Regional Scenarios Investment Appraisal Insights, Concepts, Applications for the Enlarged Europe Methods and Models European Competiveness and Global Strategies Investment decisions are of vital importance to all The essays and lectures collected in this book companies. Getting these decisions right is crucial center around knowledge transfer from the The aim of this book is to tackle the question of but, due to a complex and dynamic business complex-system sciences to applications in what the European territory will look like over the environment, this remains a challenging manage- business, industry and society, as viewed from a next fifteen years by providing quali-quantitative ment task. Effective appraisal methods are valuable broad perspective. The various contributions aim territorial scenarios for the enlarged Europe, under tools in supporting investment decision-making. to raise awareness across the spectrum to meet different assumptions on future globalisation strat- As organisations continue to seek a competitive the increasing need to integrate lessons from egies of BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India and China) and edge, it is increasingly important that manage- complexity research into everyday planning, deci- East and West European countries. The approach is ment accountants and strategic decision-makers sion making, logistics or optimization procedures as neutral as possible vis-à-vis the results, leaving have a sound knowledge of these tools. This book and forecasting. to a new forecasting model, the MASST model, presents a range of investment appraisal methods Reflecting the broad authorship and intended read- built by the authors, to produce the tendencies and and models, some of which are not widely known, ership, the contributions have been kept largely behavioural paths of regional GDP and population or at least not well covered in other books. Each non-technical and address a general, scientifically growth in each individual European region under approach is thoroughly described, evaluated and literate audience that is involved in corporate, alternative assumptions on the competitiveness illustrated using examples, with its assumptions academic and public governance. strategies of different blocks of countries. The and limitations analysed in terms of their implica- results are accompanied by strong policy messages tions for investment decision-making practice. Features intended to encourage long-term strategic thinking 7 Unusual and well-edited collection of largely among a wide range of actors, scientists and policy Fields of interest non-technical lectures and essays by authors from makers in response to the risks and opportunities Finance /Banking; Accounting/Auditing the industry, academia and the public sector that the European territory will face. Target groups From the contents Fields of interest Students, researchers Editorial.- Managing Complexity: An Intro- Regional Science; Economic Growth; Economic duction.- Market Segmentation - The Network Geography Discount group Approach.- Managing Autonomy and Control P in Economic Systems.- Complexity and the Target groups Enterprise: The Illusion of Control.- Benefits and Researchers Drawbacks of Simple Models for Complex Produc- tion Systems.- Logistics Networks - Coping With Discount group Nonlinearity and Complexity.- Repeated Auction P Games and Learning Dynamics in Electronic Logistics Marketplaces.- Decentralized Approaches to Adaptive Traffic Control.- Critical Infrastruc- tures Vulnerability: The Highway Networks.- Trade Credit Networks and Systemic Risk.- A Complex System‘s View of Critical Infrastructures.- Boot- strapping the Long Tail in Peer to Peer Systems.- Coping With Information Overload Through Trust-Based Networks.
Fields of interest Operations Research/Decision Theory; Complexity; Technology Management
Target groups Anyone working in the field of complex system science
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G. Tondl, Vienna University of Economics and Busi- R. Neck, University of Klagenfurt, Austria; C. Richter, P. J. Welfens, University of Wuppertal, Germany ness Administration, Vienna, Austria (Ed .) Loughborough University, UK; P. Mooslechner, Österreichische Nationalbank, Wien, Austria (Eds .) Digital Integration, Growth Trade, Integration and and Rational Regulation Economic Development Quantitative Economic Policy The EU and Latin America Essays in Honour of Andrew Hughes Hallett This book focuses on the role of information and communication technologies for economic This volume is a collection of papers which were Quantitative economic policy and econometrics integration, networking and growth. Technological presented at the 7th conference meeting of the were developed along with macroeconomics in and regulatory dynamics are highlighted with Arnoldshain Research Network in Vienna 2006. the 1930s. Econometric techniques and models respect to EU countries and the US. Numerous researchers from the European Union are still being used extensively in the business The analysis deals with the main issues of rational and Latin American countries have contributed of forecasting and policy advice. In particular, regulations in open economies. Schumpeterian papers on trade, integration, open economy policy simulations with econometric models developments and dynamic efficiency gains are macroeconomics and the institutional framework, have become standard tools for evaluating and crucial for Europe in the context of telecommu- which all play an important role for economic designing macroeconomic stabilization policies. nications competition and network modernisa- development in Latin America. In the spirit of For instance, such studies provided important tion – achieving the goals of the Lisbon Agenda comparative economics, Latin American policies arguments for the popularization of the recent requires adequate incentives for investment and can deeply benefit from experience gained in the steps towards European integration such as the solid capital market prospects. Economic progress European Union. Comparisons as well as bilateral European Single Market, the European Monetary in the digital knowledge society will be charac- relations have entered in a manifold way in the Union, and the Enlargement of the European terised by enormous structural change and the contributions of this volume. Topics such as Union. In this book, some recent advances in the growth of digital services. New policy conclusions achievements in trade liberalization between Latin theory and applications of quantitative economic at both the national and international levels – American countries and their main trading part- policy are presented, with particular emphasis on including welfare analysis – are presented. ners the EU and the US, important trade areas for fiscal and monetary policies in a European and Latin America such as agricultural products, the global context. Andrew Hughes Hallett, a pioneer Features role of exports for solvency, the policies of Latin and major scientist in quantitative economic policy 7 Comprehensive analysis of information and American countries to attract FDI, the problem of analysis, is being honoured by this volume, whose communication technology (ICT) dynamics and corruption and the issue of income convergence contributors are among his friends and former growth in the OECD countries 7 New theoretical are discussed. students. and political analysis of the impact of regulatory policies Features From the contents 7 well-known economists from the EU and Latin Theory of Quantitative Economic Policy.- Acocella, Contents America 7 comprehensive view on the important N., Di Bartolomeo, G.: Towards a New Theory Introduction.- Information and Communication topics of trade, integration and development of Economic Policy: Continuity and Innovation; Technology, Competitiveness and Growth.- Digital Lewis, J.: If the Representative Agent is Used, EU Integration and the Lisbon Process.- ICT From the contents Should He Be Believed? Aggregation, Welfare Expansion, Productivity, Growth and Trade.- Foreword.- Open Economy Macroeconomics.- and the Role of Microfoundations in Quantita- Rational Regulation of eCommunications in Open Institutions for Development: The Case of Corrup- tive Economic Policy; Dockner. E., Neck, R.: Economies. tion.- International Trade.- Regional Issues. Time Consistency, Subgame Perfectness, Solution Concepts and Information Patterns in Dynamic Fields of interest Fields of interest Models of Stabilization Policies; Michalak, T. et Economic Policy; R & D/Technology Policy; International Economics; Economic Systems; Law al.: Models of Endogenous Coalition Formation Industrial Organization and Economics Between Fiscal and Monetary Authorities in the Presence of a Monetary Union; Fiscal Policy. Target groups Target groups Researchers, policy-makers Scientists, research institutions, officials, universi- Fields of interest ties Economic Policy; Economic Theory/Mathematical Discount group Methods P Discount group P Target groups Researchers
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P. O. Christensen, University of Aarhus, Denmark; J. H. Drew, D. L. Evans, A. G. Glen, L. M. Leemis A. Goel, MIT-Zaragoza Logistics Center, Spain G. Feltham, The University of British Columbia, Vancover, BC, Canada Computational Probability Fleet Telematics Economics of Accounting Algorithms and Applications in the Real-Time Management and Planning of Mathematical Sciences Commercial Vehicle Operations Performance Evaluation
Computational probability is a set of stochastic In the past 30 years, commercial transport traffic This book provides an integrated, technical methods that has emerged over the past decade has more than doubled in both Europe and North exposition of key concepts in agency theory, with that allow researchers and students to solve prob- America, while Asian traffic has likely increased particular emphasis on analyses of the economic lems that require exact probability calculations even more. As any mismatch between supply and consequences of the characteristics of contractible previously considered arduous or intractable. demand can result into significant disturbances of performance measures, such as accounting reports. Computational Probability is the first book that manufacturing processes, just-in-time practices It is not a survey of the literature, but provides examines and organizes these computational necessitate punctual, reliable, and flexible trans- a succinct source for learning the fundamentals methods into a systematic treatment. The book is portation. of the economics of incentives. While there is structured around the two categories of prob- Fleet Telematics: Real-Time Management and an emphasis on information issues of interest lems: (1) “Algorithms for Continuous Random Planning of Commercial Vehicle Operations to accounting researchers, it is also relevant to Variables” has chapters on data structures and combines wireless telematics systems with dynamic researchers in economics, finance, management algorithms, transformations of random variables, vehicle routing algorithms and vehicle-positioning science, and other disciplines who are interested in and products of independent random variables. systems to produce a telematics-enabled informa- the economics of management incentives. (2) “Algorithms for Discrete Random Variables” tion system that can be employed by commercial includes data structures and algorithms, sums of fleet operators for real-time monitoring, control, Features independent random variables, and order statistics. and planning. The book presents a Messaging 7 Analytical research in accounting 7 Courses The book includes three chapters that emphasize & Fleet Monitoring System that automatically in Economics, Finance and Management Science survival analysis and simulation applications. The identifies deviations between the planned and the 7 Management science students 7 Supply chain APPL computational modeling language that gives current state of the transportation system and a management 7 Incentives probabilists a strong software resource for non- Dynamic Planning System (DPS) that provides trivial problems is available at www.APPLsoftware. real-time decision support considering the current From the contents com. state of the transportation system. Foreword to Volume I.- Preface to Volume I.- Preface to Volume II.- Introduction to Perfor- Features Features mance Evaluation.- Optimal Contracts.- Ex 7 Expository monograph with a downloadable 7 Demonstrates how commercial fleet telematics Post Performance Measures.- Linear Contracts.- modeling language, APPL, that will be used across systems can be integrated into management infor- Multiple Tasks and Multiple Performance the Applied Sciences domains including OR/MS, mation systems without telematics functionality Measures.- Stock Prices and Accounting Numbers Applied Probability, Engineering, Statistics, 7 Provides a fleet monitoring system to support as Performance Measures.- Post-contract, Pre- Economics, and Applied Mathematics 7 Will communication between drivers and dispatchers decision Information.- Pre-contract Information be used by practitioners, as well as academic 7 Based on this, timely dynamic decisions - Uninformed Principal Moves First.- Intra-period researchers and students 7 Package will sell not only become possible, but timely, in case of Contract Renegotiation.- Multi-period Contracts nicely in both the academic and practitioner areas disturbances and any means of changes to plans in with Full Commitment and Independent Periods.- 7 Software will motivate the sales of the book vehicle routing and dispatching Timing and Correlation of Reports in a Multi- package period LEN Model.- Full Commitment Contacts Contents with Interdependent Periods.- Inter-period Fields of interest Introduction.- Telematics.- Commercial vehicle Contract Renegotiation. Operations Research/Decision Theory; Probability operations.- Management information systems.- Theory and Stochastic Processes; Appl. Math- Models for routing a fleet of commercial vehicles.- Fields of interest ematics/Computational Methods of Engineering Dynamic vehicle routing.- Conclusions.- Bibliog- Accounting/Auditing; Microeconomics raphy.- Symbols and abbreviations.- Index. Target groups Target groups Academics, practitioners and graduate students Fields of interest Accounting researchers, particularly those inter- Operations Research/Decision Theory; Informa- ested in economic theory applied to the analysis of Discount group tion Systems; Regional Science the decision-influencing role of accounting P management of science students Target groups Practitioners, researchers in transportation, Discount group IS and OR P Discount group P
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R. Ijioui, H. Emmerich, RWTH Aachen, Germany; M. Krafft, University of Münster, Germany; H. Stadtler, University of Hamburg, Germany; M. Ceyp, University of Applied Sciences, Wedel, M. K. Mantrala, University of Missouri, MO, USA C. Kilger, J&M Management Consulting AG, Germany (Eds .) (Eds .) Mannheim, Germany (Eds .) Strategies and Tactics Retailing in the 21st Century Supply Chain Management in Supply Chain Event Current and Future Trends and Advanced Planning Management Concepts, Models, Software, and Case Studies Retailing in the new millennium stands as an This book gives unique insights into the Supply exciting, complex and critical sector of business Chain Event Management (SCEM) of world- in most developed as well as emerging economies. leading companies. Aims, methods, instruments Today, the retailing industry is being buffeted by a Supply Chain Management, Enterprise Resources as well as resources and budgets in Supply Chain number of forces simultaneously, e.g., increasing Planning (ERP), and Advanced Planning Systems Event Management are discussed. The reader will competition within and across retailing formats, (APS) are important concepts in order to organize gain a strong understanding of the way to deal the growth of online retailing, the advent of ‘radio and optimize the flow of goods, materials, infor- with problems along the supply chain and how to frequency identification’ (RFID) technology, the mation and funds. This book, already in its fourth avoid them. Supply Chain Event Management is explosion in customer-level data availability, edition, gives a broad and up-to-date overview of a transparent view of the company and all value the global expansion of major retail chains like the concepts underlying APS. Special emphasis is chain partners and allows to meet timelines with Wal-Mart and METRO Group and so on. Making given to modeling supply chains and implementing decreased cost and risks. sense of it all is not easy but of vital importance to APS successfully in industry. Understanding is retailing practitioners, analysts and policymakers. enhanced by several case studies covering a wide Features With crisp and insightful contributions from range of industrial sectors. The fourth edition 7 Explains how to organise and control a supply many of the world‘s leading experts in retailing, contains updated material, rewritten chapters and chain 7 Offers real case studies from Top 100 Retailing in the 21st Century offers in one book additional case studies. companies 7 Shows how world-leading compa- a compendium of state-of-the-art, cutting-edge nies succeed in managing supply chain events knowledge to guide successful retailing in the new Features millennium. 7 Leading experts in the fields of Supply Chain Fields of interest Management and Advanced Planning from consul- Production/Logistics; Engineering Economics, Features tancy companies and academia provide insights Organization, Logistics, Marketing; Management 7 Present situation of the retail sector and future into the concepts underlying APS 7 Eight case challenges explored 7 Written by leading experts studies cover a wide range of industrial sectors Target groups in the field and ideas to implement APS successfully 7 As a Professionals with responsibility for supply chain supplement, basics of major solution algorithms management; researchers interested in this field From the contents used within APS are introduced accompanied by Overview. Introduction: Retail Success and Key numerical examples Discount group Drivers.- Retailing in the Global World: Case Study P of Metro. Global, Environmental, and Market From the contents Tends: Global Trends: Retail Trends in Europe.- Indroduction. Basics of Supply Chain Manage- Trends in U.S. Retailing.- Trends in Retailing in ment: SCM - An Overview.- SC Analysis.- Types East Asia.- Trends in Retailing in India. Environ- of Supply Chains.- Advanced Planning. Concepts mental Trends: Future Store Technologies and of Advanced Planning Systems: Structure of Their Impact on Grocery Retailing.- The Third Advanced Planning Systems.- Strategic Network Wave of Marketing Intelligence.- Applications of Design.- Demand Planning.- Master Planning.- Intelligent Technologies in Retail Marketing.- New Demand Fulfilment and ATP.- Production Plan- Automated Checkout Systems. Market Trends: ning and Scheduling.- Purchasing and Material Understanding Retail Customers.- Future Trends Requirements Planning.- Distribution and Trans- in Multi-channel Retailing.- Retail Competition. port Planning.- Coordination and Integration. Trends in Retail Management: People: New Chal- lenges in Retail Human Resource Management. Fields of interest Management; Production/Logistics; Information Fields of interest Systems Marketing; Management; Procurement Target groups Target groups Practitioners Managers and academics interested in retailing Discount group Discount group P P
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C. S. Tang, University of California at Los Angeles, G. Yago, J. R. Barth, B. Zeidman, A. Abuyuan, Milken USA; C. Teo, National University of Singapore, Institute, CA, USA (Eds .) Singapore; K. Wei, City University of Hong Kong, China (Eds .) Entrepreneurship in Emerging Supply Chain Analysis Domestic Markets Barriers & Innovation A Handbook on the Interaction of Information, System and Optimization An often-overlooked aspect of entrepreneurship in American is its role in emerging domestic Supply Chain Analysis: A Handbook on the Inter- markets (EDM). These markets – low-to-moderate action of Information, System, and Optimization is income communities, ethnic- and women-owned a carefully developed work focused on the analysis businesses, urban areas – are frequently ignored by of supply chain interaction issues in emerging mainstream markets. Yet with current demo- markets and industry sectors. It is a leading-edge graphic trends, they are an increasingly large handbook that will emphasize where little work component of the US population. Entrepreneur- has been done and where the “rubber meets the ship can serve as a means to foster business devel- road” – the supply chain process, information, opment in these emerging communities and as a and systems integration. These are pertinent issues critically important way to improve the standard of facing practitioners and researchers in today’s living in low- and moderate-income (LMI) sectors. business environment. Increasingly, policy makers, advocates and This is a gap-bridging handbook that analyzes investors understand national economic growth interaction issues from both the research and prac- demands business formation among all segments titioner sides. The result is a volume that examines of the market, and that the best attack on poverty and provides practical solutions on interaction is job and wealth creation. A robust entrepre- issues while being firmly grounded in research neurial climate helps address the challenges and principles. harness the opportunities.
Contents Features Supply Chain Configurations of Foreign Cosmetics 7 The most up-to-date compilation of different Companies Operating In China.- Structural Supply perspectives on entrepreneurship 7 The authors Chain Collaboration Among Grocery Manufac- are highly respected in the field, either as scholars turers.- Supply Chain Management in Chemical or practitioners and have interacted before on Industry: Trends, Issues, and Research Inter- this topic either as co-authors on papers or as ests.- Berth Allocation Planning Optimization In conference discussants 7 The research provides Container Terminals.- Supply Chain Management historical information as well as the latest data on In The Presence of Secondary Markets.- Global entrepreneurship Diffusion of ISO 9000 Certification Through Supply Chains.- Risk Management in Global From the contents Supply Chain Networks.- Trust and Power Influ- Note from the Series Editors.- Foreward.- Intro- ences in Supply Chain Collaboration.- Foreign duction.- Alleviating the Lagging Performance Direct Investment or Outsourcing: A Tax Inte- of Economically Depressed Communities and grated Supply Chain Decision Model.- Integrating Regions.- State of Literature on Small to Medium- Demand and Supply Chains.- Mumbai Tiffin Size Enterprises and Entrepreneurship in Low- (DABBA) Express.- Index. Income Communities.- Does Small Business Administration Guaranteed Lending Improve Fields of interest Economic Performance in Low-Income Areas? Production/Logistics; Engineering Economics, Organization, Logistics, Marketing; Information Fields of interest Systems Entrepreneurship; Economic Growth; Social Policy
Target groups Target groups Practitioners, students and researchers Researchers, academia, fund managers/investors, secondary targets-media, business community Discount group P Discount group P
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D. König, Bucerius Lawschool, Hamburg, Germany; P. Stoll, University of Göttingen, Germany; V. Röben, N. Matz-Lück, MPI, Heidelberg, Germany (Eds .) International Law Today: New Challenges and the Need for Reform?
This collection of essays is based upon the presen- tations given at a symposium on the occasion of the 65th birthday of Professor Rüdiger Wolfrum in December 2006. The contributions cover a wide range of contemporary issues of international law such as state responsibility, crisis management, unity of law, deep sea genetic resources, liability for environmental damage in Antarctica, human rights and intellectual property, and the protec- tion of minorities. They all strive to contribute to the current state of academic discussion on different aspects of international law and offer valuable approaches to the solution of the relevant problems.
From the contents Stoll, T.: Responsibility, Sovereignty and Coop- eration – Reflections on the “Responsibility to Protect”.- Benzing, M.: Sovereignty and the Responsibility to Protect in International Criminal Law.- Röben, V.: Managing Risks to Global Stability: the UN Security Council’s New-found Role Post Iraq.- Köbele, M.: Comment on the Contribution by Volker Röben.- Matz-Lück, N.: Promoting the Unity of International Law: Stan- dard-Setting by International Tribunals.- Hester- meyer, H.: Where Unity Is at Risk: When Interna- tional Tribunals Proliferate.- König, D.: Genetic Resources of the Deep Sea – How Can They Be Preserved?- Vöneky, S.: The Liability Annex to the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty.- Kaiser, K.: The Strange Case of Human Rights and Intellectual Property: Is There a Way to Reconcile Dr. Jekyll with Mr. Hyde?- Grote, R.: The Struggle for Minority Rights and Human Rights: Current Trends and Challenges.
Fields of interest European Law/Public International Law; Political Science
Target groups Libraries (law and political sciences), foreign ministries, international organizations
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J. S. Calero, INTA, Madrid, Spain (Ed .) P. Grego, UK D. Harland, Glasgow, UK The Genesis of Fluid Venus and Mercury, and How Exploring the Moon Mechanics, 1640-1780 to Observe Them The Apollo Expedition
Translated by: V. Watson Venus and Mercury have always been regarded David Harland opens with a review of the robotic as difficult targets for amateurs, but advances in probes, namely the Rangers which returned televi- Fluid Mechanics, as a scientific discipline in commercially-made instruments have brought sion before crashing into the Moon, the Surveyors a modern sense, was established between the them within range of only moderately experienced which ‚soft landed‘ in order to investigate the last third of the 17th century and the first half observers. The concept of this book is to present nature of the surface, and the Lunar Orbiters of the 18th one. This book analyses its genesis, an up-to-date detailed description of the history which mapped prospective Apollo landing sites. following its evolution along two basic lines of and geology of the inferior planets, and also to He then outlines the historic landing by Apollo research, which have been named the “problem provide the best information about observing 11 in terms of what was discovered, and how of resistance” and the “problem of discharge”. This and recording them with commercially-available over the next several missions the program was approach highlights the existence of a remark- telescopes and cameras. progressively geared up to enable the final three able experimental aspect in the aforementioned missions each to spend three days on comprehen- research lines, together with their link with Features sive geological investigations. He concludes with a problems of a practical nature, such as ballistics, 7 Mercury and Venus, for too long the Cinder- review of the robotic spacecraft that made remote- hydraulics, fluid-using machines or naval theory. ellas of Solar System observing, are exposed sensing observations of the Moon. Although aimed On the other hand, although previous studies as fascinating sister planets well worthy of the at the enthusiast, and can be read as an adventure usually present fluid mechanics from the point of amateur observer’s attention 7 Commercial in exploration, the book develops the scientific view of mathematics, this is complemented here telescopes and imaging systems have developed theme of lunar geology, and therefore will be of use by an engineering viewpoint; gathering attempts very rapidly, and are now capable of some excellent as background reading for undergraduate students made in the beginnings of fluid mechanics to see observations and respectable images 7 Provides of planetary sciences. if the theory was capable of productive applica- – unlike any other – a wealth of practical detail tion in practical terms. This is nothing unusual in about observing the inferior planets Contents a time where the quality of knowledge and skill is Foreword by Harrison Schmitt.- Introduction measured largely by its usefulness. Contents Setting the Scene.- The Robots.- Magnificent Deso- Part I: Current knowledge of Mercury and Venus.- lation.- Cha‘Pin-point’ Target.- From the Moon Features Our current knowledge of Mercury.- Our current – Knowledge.- The Wonder of the Unknown at 7 The genesis of Fluid Mechanics from two lines: knowledge of Venus.- Part II: Observing Mercury Hadley-Apennine.- Sunrise at Descartes-Cayley.- resistance and discharge 7 The grand theoriza- and Venus.- Observing and recording Mercury.- The Beautiful Valley of Taurus-Littrow.- Luna tion process 7 Relevance of the applications to Observing and recording Venus.- Suggestions Revival.- Apollo in Context.- The Prospectors.- the development of the discipline for Observing and Research.- Glossary.- Features Appendix.- Apollo Lunar Samples.- Glossary.- Index.- Subject Index. Chronological Bibliography.- Apollo Lunar From the contents Explorers.- Afterword. Introduction. Prologomenon. The genesis of fluid Fields of interest dynamics – a summary. The Problem of Resistance. Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy; Fields of interest 1 The Forerunners of Impact Theory: Huygens Planetology Popular Science in Astronomy; Extraterrestrial and Mariotte. 2 Impact Theory: Formulation and Physics, Space Sciences Formalisation. 3 The Evolution of the Problem of Target groups Resistance. 4 Experiments on Resistance. 5 Fluid- Amateur and practical aastronomers Target groups Driven Machines and Naval Theories the Problem Science and space enthusiasts of Discharge. 6 Discharge From Vessels and Tanks. Discount group 7 The Hydrodynamica and the Hydraulica. P Discount group T Fields of interest History of Science; Fluids; Philosophy of Tech- nology
Target groups Department of history of science in universities; engineering schools; fluid mechanics mesearch centres
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2008 . Approx . 360 p . (Studies in History and Philosophy 2008 . Approx . 184 p . 80 illus ., 30 in color . (Astronomers‘ 2nd ed . 2008 . Approx . 500 p . 176 illus ., 16 in color . of Science, Volume 22) Hardcover Observing Guides) Softcover (Springer Praxis Books / Space Exploration) Softcover 7 $189.00 7 approx. $34.95 7 approx. $39.95 ISBN 978-1-4020-6413-5 ISBN 978-0-387-74285-4 ISBN 978-0-387-74638-8 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 General Science 143
G. S. Ivanovich, Ergon Energy, Toowoomba, QLD, E. Rifkin, Rifkin and Associates, Baltimore, MD, USA; E. Seedhouse, Sooke, BC, Canada Australia E. Bouwer, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA Opening the Frontiers of Salyut – The First Space The Illusion of Certainty Space Station A Comprehensive Guide for Future Astronaut Health Benefits and Risks Triumph and Tragedy Tourists
This remarkable book is a unique insight into the This book peels away the „veneer of certainty“ Recent surveys have provided new and updated people involved in the development of the Salyut which many of us attach to health risk and benefit information into public insights of the nascent space station and the crews assigned to operate information given to us in our daily lives. It was space tourism industry. Erik Seedhouse uniquely it. It describes the rotation between the crews, written and designed primarily to assist the public explores in detail the cutting-edge technologies, analyses the decision to send the back-up crew on in comprehending and interpreting the uncertainty spacecraft capabilities, launch vehicles and the Soyuz 11 and recounts the intrigues and difficult associated with the overwhelming amount of training that will define this commercial enterprise relationships between all the personalities involved information on medical and environmental health and also provides a manual for future suborbital - politicians, CKBEM managers, designers, risks. The book uses unique, visual presentations and orbital private space explorers. This overview generals and cosmonauts. Biographies of the Soyuz and case studies to explain the benefits of medical of the space tourism market is based upon choices 11 cosmonauts are published for the first time in screening tests (e.g., mammography, prostate and the spaceflight participant must make, such as English and the longest manned space mission colorectal cancer screening, cholesterol screening) choice of agency, mode and spaceport. A detailed of the time is described before Grujica Ivanovich and drugs (e.g., statins, Vioxx) and the risks associ- explanation is given of the medical requirements gives a unique summary of the most tragic day in ated with exposure to environmental contaminants for spaceflight participants, with special reference the Soviet/Russian manned space program. An (e.g., lead, dioxin, radon). This book will help to potential waiver criteria. Over half of the book investigation into the cause of the tragic deaths of patients and their families get more involved in is a comprehensive astronaut training/instructional the Soyuz 11 cosmonauts precedes a description of making medical decisions, and citizens face critical manual that addresses each of the 15 subjects the post-Salyut era, showing how the legacy of the questions about the environment. By putting the required for suborbital and orbital flight. first space station has survived for decades. complexities of risk analysis in terms the general public can relate to, the authors are empowering Features Features people to make well-informed decisions. 7 Provides an essential, comprehensive under- 7 Gives a comprehensive account of the longest standing of the space tourism industry 7 Gives manned space mission of the time 7 Provides a Features insight and awareness of the various facets of the unique insight into the development of the Salyut 7 Foreword is written by Dr. Jared Cohon, Presi- new space age 7 Describes the mission archi- station 7 Details for the first time the people dent of Carnegie Mellon University 7 Of interest tectures and enabling technologies of the primary involved and the crews assigned to operate the first to millions of people who are concerned with true Suborbital and Orbital companies 7 Explains the space station Salyut 7 Portrays the selection of benefit of screening tests such as mammography, medical requirements for Suborbital and Orbital the crews, dramatic flights and tragedy of Soyuz 11 prostate cancer screening, cholesterol screening spaceflight participants and colorectal cancer screening From the contents Fields of interest From Almaz to Salyut.- Crews of DOS-1.- Salyut Fields of interest Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy; Extra- in Space.- Drama of Granites.- The Mutiny on Popular Science in Medicine and Health; Medi- terrestrial Physics, Space Sciences Cosmodrome.- Cosmonauts.- Aboard the Space cine/Public Health, general; Environmental Station.- The Fire.- Farewell to Salyut. Management Target groups Space enthusiasts, aspiring astronauts, private Fields of interest Target groups space companies, space tourism and enterprise Popular Science in Astronomy; History of Physics Patients and their families personnel
Target groups Discount group Discount group Space enthusiasts and those interested in popular P T science, researchers and historians of the Russian Space Programme
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Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK Due October 2007 2008 . Approx . 300 p . 103 illus . (Springer Praxis Books / 2008 . Approx . 255 p . 129 illus ., 40 in color . (Springer Space Exploration) Softcover 2007 . XX, 2440 p . Softcover Praxis Books / Space Exploration) Softcover 7 approx. $39.95 7 $29.95 7 approx. $34.95 ISBN 978-0-387-73585-6 ISBN 978-0-387-75165-8 ISBN 978-0-387-74643-2 144 General Science Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
G. L. Vogt, Friendswood, TX, USA The Next New World A Visual Tour of Mars
Mars: A Visual Journey Across and Alien Land- scape is essentially a picture book that provides a visual tour of Mars. All the major regions and topographical features will be shown and supple- mented with chapter introductions and extended captions. In a way, think of it as a visual tourist guide. Other topics covered are Martian uplands on the order of the elevation of Mt. Everest, Giant volcanoes and a rift system, the Grand Canyon of Mars, craters and the absence of craters over large regions (erosion), and wind shadows around craters, sand dunes, and dust devils. The book concludes with the search for water (braided channels, seepage, sedimentary layering, etc.) as well as discussions on the Viking mission search for life, Mars meteorite fossil bacteria controversy, and planetary protection in future missions. Also at the end of the book is an exciting gallery of the best 3D images of Mars making the book a perfect tool for understanding Mars and its place in the solar system.
Features 7 Beautiful and exciting images that will spark the imagination 7 Good for casual reading and motivation to learn more about this neighbour in space 7 Excellent introduction to the geology of Mars
Contents Introduction.- Two Faces of Mars.- To Hellas and Back.- Snows of Olympus.- The Grandest Canyon.- Holey Mars!- Water and Wind.- North and South.- Living or Not.- For a Closer Look.- Mars in 3D.
Fields of interest Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy; Planetology
Target groups General interest readers, readers of popular science and science fiction, space science enthusiasts, planetary scientists, space travel advocates
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J. J. Clement, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Z. Breznitz, University of Haifa, Israel (Ed .) MA, USA New Series Brain Research in Language Creative Model Construction in Scientists and Students The Role of Imagery, Analogy, and Mental Brain Research in Language addresses impor- Simulation Literacy Studies tant neurological issues involved in reading. The reading process is a highly composite cognitive Series editor: R. M. Joshi task, which relies on brain systems that were How do scientists use analogies and other originally devoted to other functions. The majority processes to break away from old theories and of studies in this area have implemented behav- generate new ones? This book documents such While language defines humanity, literacy ioral methodologies, which provide information methods through the analysis of video tapes of defines civilization. Understandably, illiteracy concerning the entire cognitive sequence at the scientifically trained experts thinking aloud while or difficulties in acquiring literacy skills have conclusion of processing only, in the reader’s working on unfamiliar problems. Some aspects become a major concern of our technological output. However, these measures cannot specify of creative scientific thinking are difficult to society. A conservative estimate of the prevalence all of the covert component operations that explain, such as the power of analogies, the use of literacy problems would put the figure at more contribute to reading, nor can they determine the of physical intuition, and the enigmatic ability than a billion people in the world. Because of the relative processing times required by the individual to learn from thought experiments. The book seriousness of the problem, research in literacy stages. Furthermore, they cannot determine which examines the hypothesis that these processes acquisition and its breakdown is pursued with processes occur serially, which occur in parallel are based on imagistic mental simulation as an enormous vigor and persistence by experts from and which overlap in time (Brandeis & Lehmann, underlying mechanism. This allows the analysis diverse backgrounds such as cognitive psychology, 1994; Johnson, 1995). of insight (“Aha!”) episodes of creative theory neuroscience, linguistics and education. This, formation. Advanced processes examined include of course, has resulted in a plethora of data, and Features specialized conserving transformations, Gedanken consequently it has become difficult to integrate 7 Provides evidence of brain activity in terms of experiments, and adjusted levels of divergence in this abundance of information into a coherent accurate time resolution 7 Focuses on dyslexic as thinking. Student interviews are used to show that body because of the artificial barriers that exist well as regular readers 7 Provides evidence from students have natural abilities for many of these among different professional specialties. The numerous languages 7 Provides a detailed review basic reasoning and model construction processes purpose of the proposed series is to bring together of existing methods in EEG research in written and that they are able to do others with scaffolding the available research studies into a coherent language 7 Demonstrates the difference between from a teacher. body of knowledge. Publications in this series these methods and other imaging techniques such are intended for use by educators, clinicians and as fMRI and MAG Features research scientists in the above-mentioned special- 7 Investigates the “hidden world” of expert ties. Some of the titles suitable for the Series are: From the contents creative reasoning in science 7 Unpacks the role fMRI, brain imaging techniques and reading skills, The Use of EEG-ERP in Written Language of imagery, analogy, and insight in “live” scientific orthography and literacy; and research based Research: A review.- Electrophysiological Corre- thinking as it occurs 7 Analyzes the largely techniques for improving decoding, vocabulary, lates of Visual Word Recognition in the Hemi- uncharted domain of thought experiments based spelling, and comprehension skills.Book proposals spheres.- Mapping the Development of Coarse on mental simulation 7 Examines similarities for this series may be submitted to the Publishing Visual Tuning for Print.- Auditory Mismatch between creative thinking in students and experts Editor: Marie Sheldon; Springer; 101 Philip Drive; Failure in Infants at Risk for Dyslexia.- The Rela- Norwell Massachusetts 02061; USA; e-mail: marie. tionship between Brainstem Dysfunction and the Fields of interest [email protected] language defines Development of Early Communication Skills in Science Education; Cognitive Psychology; Educa- humanity, literacy defines civilization. Under- Premature Infants.- The Contribution of EEG-ERP tional Philosophy standably, illiteracy or difficulties in acquiring Measures to Our Understanding of Brain Asyn- literacy skills have become a major concern of our chrony in Dyslexia. Target groups technological society. A conservative estimate of Researchers in cognitive science, science educa- the prevalence of literacy problems would put the Fields of interest tion, psychology, educational psychology, philos- figure at more than a billion people in the world. Language Education; Pedagogic Psychology; ophy of science and philosophy of mind, physics Due to this serious problem, research in literacy Cognitive Psychology instructors and physicists interested in their own acquisition and its breakdown is pursued with thinking processes enormous vigor and persistence by experts from Target groups diverse backgrounds such as cognitive psychology, University libraries, medical schools, psychologists, Discount group neuroscience, linguistics and education. This has researchers, practitioners, international market P resulted in a plethora of data, and consequently it has become difficult to integrate this abundance of information into a coherent body because of the Discount group artificial barriers that exist among different profes- P sional specialties. This series will bring together the available research studies into a coherent body of knowledge. Publications in this series are intended for use by educators, clinicians and research scientists
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J. J. Clement, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, S. Erduran, University of Bristol, UK; M. P. Jiménez- E. de Freitas, University of Prince Edward Island, USA; M. A. Rea-Ramirez, Western Governors Univer- Aleixandre, Universidade de Santiago de Compos- Charlottetown, PE, Canada; K. Nolan, University of sity, Salt Lake City, UT, USA (Eds .) tela, Spain Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada (Eds .) Model Based Learning and Argumentation in Science Opening the Research Text Instruction in Science Education Critical Insights and In(ter)ventions into Perspectives from Classroom-Based Research Mathematics Education
This book describes new, model based teaching methods for science instruction. It presents This book brings together the work of leading The recent burgeoning interest in socio-cultural research that describes these new methods in experts in argumentation in science education. research in mathematics education has been well a very diverse group of settings: middle school It presents research combining theoretical and documented, and there is a strong indication of biology, high school physics, and college chemistry empirical perspectives relevant for secondary a growing and committed audience for this new classrooms. Mental models in these areas such as science classrooms. Since the 1990s, argumenta- direction in the research community. The emphasis understanding the structure of the lungs or cells, tion studies have increased at a rapid pace, from on equity, social justice and new research method- molecular structures and reaction mechanisms in stray papers to a wealth of research exploring ever ologies offers further evidence of this shift in focus chemistry, or causes of current flow in electricity more sophisticated issues. within the mathematics education community. are notoriously difficult for many students to learn. This volume constitutes a unique collection and Opening the Research Text: Critical Insights Yet these lie at the core of conceptual under- covers fundamental issues in argumentation such and In(ter)ventions into Mathematics Research standing in these areas. The studies focus on a as cognitive, methodological and epistemological addresses the need to generate texts that assist variety of teaching strategies such as discrepant aspects; classroom-based research in teaching and educators and future educators in taking up this questioning, analogies, animations, model learning of argumentation in science classrooms; new research and making sense of it. The “insights competition, and hands on activities. Five different and argumentation in context such as in socio- and in(ter)ventions” function as linking responses levels of organization for teaching strategies are scientific and moral contexts. The book’s under- to each of the chapters, building on and extending described, from those operating over months lying premise is that argumentation is a significant the discussion found in each research paper. (design of the sequence of units in a curriculum) aspect of scientific inquiry and plays an important to those operating over minutes (teaching tactics role in teaching and learning of science. Argumen- Features for guiding discussion minute by minute). tation also contributes to the agenda of informed 7 An important resource in the burgeoning field citizenship where students are encouraged and of socio-cultural readings within mathematics Features supported in evidence-based reasoning in their education 7 Offers unique approaches to inter- 7 Integrates social and cognitive perspectives everyday lives. preting research within the mathematics educa- for explaining science instruction 7 Describes tion field and takes its place in a growing set of teaching methods that develop deep understanding Features resources 7 Generates texts that assist educators and that are midway between pure discovery 7 First book on argumentation in science educa- in taking up new research and leture approaches 7 Deepens our theory of tion 7 Interest of researchers in argumentation instruction by developing diagramming systems is increasing, as evidenced by number of papers in From the contents for tracking model based learning in classrooms journals and conferences, and by doctoral disser- Foreword to the Research Text: Mathematics tations on the subject 7 Brings together leading Education Under Cross-Examination.- Best From the contents international experts in the field of argumentation Evidence Research Redefined In Mathematics Introduction. 1. Student/Teacher Co-Construc- in science education from around the world Education.- Psychosocial Processes in Math- tion Of Visualizable Models In Large Group 7 Includes both theoretical and empirical ematics Education.- The Teacher as Midwife: what Discussion. 2. An Instructional Model Derived perspectives can Mathematics Education Research Learn from From Model Construction And Criticism Theory. Obstetrics?- Mathematics and Mathematics Educa- 3. Determining Target Models And Effective tion-Deconstructing the Math Wars.- Pinning A Learning Pathways For Developing Understanding Fields of interest Problem in Mathematics Education.- Writing as Of Biological Topics. Science Education; Science, general the Intrusive Third Space.- Opening the Math- ematics Text: What Does It Say?- Huh?- Opening Fields of interest Target groups up the Text-Starting in the Middle. Science Education; Instruction and Learning; Educational scholars in particular science educa- Teacher Education tion scholars; graduate students; educational Fields of interest researchers Mathematics Education; Teacher Education; Target groups Curriculum Studies Science teacher educators, science teachers in Discount group schools and universities, science education and P Target groups educational psychology researchers Researchers and professionals
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2008 . Approx . 310 p . (Models and Modeling in Science 2008 . Approx . 285 p . (Science & Technology Education 2008 . XV, 257 p . (Mathematics Education Library, Education, Volume 2) Hardcover Library, Volume 35) Hardcover Volume 46) Hardcover 7 $159.00 7 $149.00 7 approx. $89.00 ISBN 978-1-4020-6493-7 ISBN 978-1-4020-6669-6 ISBN 978-0-387-75463-5 springer.com/librarybooks Springer News 10/2007 Education 147
J. K. Gilbert, The University of Reading, UK; E. J. Hyslop-Margison, University of New Brunswick, R. Kimbell, K. Stables, University of London, UK M. Reiner, Technion, Israel Institute of Technology, Fredericton, Canada; A. Naseem, Concordia Univer- Israel; M. Nakhleh, Purdue University, West Lafayette, sity, Montreal, Canada Researching Design Learning IN, USA (Eds .) Scientism and Education Issues and Findings from Two Decades of Research and Development Visualization: Theory and Empirical Research as Neo-liberal Ideology Practice in Science Education Design and Technology evolved in the school This volume offers a critical examination of the curriculum from the mid 1960s. By the 1980s it External representations (pictures, diagrams, growing pressure to apply scientific principles as had become mainstream for the British govern- graphs, concrete models) have always been valu- a means to improve education. The authors trace ment to fund research exploring what learners able tools for the science teacher. The formation the ideology of scientism to the early faith Auguste could do when challenged with design & tech- of personal, internal, representations – visu- Comte placed in science and the scientific method nology tasks. The authors worked together on alizations – from them plays a key role in all as a panacea to all human problem solving. that project, producing in 1991 the first seminal learning, especially in that of science. The use of By revealing many of the epistemological problems research report on learners’ capability in design personal computers and sophisticated software confronted by the social sciences, including educa- and technology. has expanded into the areas of simulation, virtual tion, the authors undermine the prevailing view This book summarises the lessons learned from reality, and animation, and students now engage in that a science of education is possible or desirable. this and other projects. The book’s messages centre the creation of models, a key aspect of scien- Besides revealing the epistemological problems on the designing activity, on learning, teaching tific methodology. Several academic disciplines associated with education research, they suggest and assessment, and, more widely, on what can be underlie these developments, yet act independently that the instrumentalism and micro level respon- learnt about the research process itself. The authors of each other, to the detriment of an attainment sibility related to scientism in education constitute aim to answer questions such as: How does the of what is possible. This book brings together the a manipulative ideological smokescreen to distract active, concrete learning tradition enable cognitive insights of practicing scientists, science education public attention away from the structural inequi- and emotional growth? What influences bear upon researchers, computer specialists, and cognitive ties that generate disparate academic outcomes the process; the teacher, the environment, the task, scientists, to produce a coherent overview. It links among students in industrialized democracies. the learners themselves? Researching such ques- presentations about the cognitive theory of repre- The book deals a severe blow to the belief that tions, their concerns have integrated the concep- sentation and visualization, its implications for science is a suitable lens through which to view or tual, the practical and the pedagogic. science curriculum design, and for learning and strengthen educational practice. teaching in classrooms and laboratories. Features Features 7 A unique, issues-based account of research Features 7 An accessible and trenchant critique of current in design learning 7 Active learning processes 7 Central roles of representation and visualiza- research practice in education 7 Offers an explored and explained through multiple case tion in all learning, especially of science 7 Rapid exposé of the ideological reasons behind empirical studies 7 A practical, useable guide to research growth of use of computer-based virtual represen- research in education 7 Proposes alterna- processes tations in science education 7 Bringing together tive practices to strengthen democratic learning of insights of scientists, cognitive scientists, science practices From the contents education researchers, computer graphics special- Introduction: The story of TERU.- Part 1 Beliefs, ists, science teachers 7 Coverage of cognitive Fields of interest Values And Conceptual Frameworks. 1: Capability. theory and implications for curriculum design Educational Policy; Educational Philosophy; 2: Learning and teaching capability. 3: Assessing Philosophy of the Social Sciences capability. 4: Researching capability.- Part 2 The Fields of interest Projects. 5: The APU project. 6: Further perfor- Education (general); Science Education; Instruc- Target groups mance assessment. 7: Fundamental research. 8: tion and Learning Graduate students/classrooms in education, educa- Public Policy. 9: Evaluating curricular initiatives.- tion researchers Part 3 Issues And Reflections. 10: The impact of Target groups tasks and activities. 11: Approaches to learning and University and high school teachers of all science Discount group teaching. subjects; textbook and CDRom authors for univer- P sity and high school science courses; researchers in Fields of interest science education; cognitive scientists working in Education (general); Higher Education; Design, science education general
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J. Quicke, University of Shefflied, UK J. Schulkin, Georgetown University Medical School, V. Tomusk, Open Society Institute, Budapest, Washington DC, USA Hungary (Ed .) Inclusion and Psychological Intervention in Schools Medical Decisions, Estrogen Creating the European Area of A Critical Autoethnography and Aging Higher Education Voices from the Periphery
This book consists of a number of case studies The decision making process that underlies ovarian about interventions in schools to promote the hormone therapy (HT) is fallible. This volume brings together a group of higher inclusion of pupils referred to a local authority Two recent large-scale studies, one in the USA education researchers across Europe and looks Educational Psychology Service (EPS) in the (Women’s Health Initiative or WHI) and the other into the implementation of the Bologna Process in north of England. The aim is to provide accounts in Great Britain, cast a negative light on the use of the countries often attributed a peripheral status. which do not shirk from describing ‘failures’ as hormone therapy. Both have received consider- Although it is also obvious that if the Process well as ‘successes’ and which reflect the general able attention in the media. Thus, the decision for has a center, it stands external to higher educa- ‘messiness’ of this kind of work. They are written women to go on hormone therapy (HT) remains tion systems and universities it concerns. One as ‘stories’ from the point of view of an educational controversial. There is an historical oscillation of can possibly find it either in Brussels or across psychologist who regards himself as a critical beliefs related in part to expectations of the medic- the Atlantic in the United States, internationally reflective practitioner whose professional practice inal value of HT over longer-term use beyond the perceived as the main competitor to European is grounded in a democratic, inclusive philosophy. initial peri-menopausal period. Studies thought to higher education. In addition to cultural and The methodology of the book draws on the resolve issues surrounding the efficacy of HT were political issues the European higher education qualitative research tradition in social science and perhaps over-stated. Confusion still permeates the project faces in various countries, the volume pays education, in particular ethnography and action decision making with regard to HT. Over zealous particular attention to the role of students as well research, and makes a unique contribution to the advertising, and exaggerated understanding of the as the changing position of the intellectuals under role of ‘storying’ in this kind of research. results (negative or positive) undermines patient its impact. and physician decision making. Features Features 7 Vivid descriptions which ‘bring alive’ the Features 7 The first critical analysis of the creation of the dilemmas of professional practice 7 Shows how 7 Written for both specialists and generalists in European Higher Education Area across the conti- ‘stories’ can generate insights in a different way the field 7 Bridges diverse features that surround nent 7 Unique coverage of the countries involved from other research 7 Provides worked examples the decision-making concerning hormone therapy in the Bologna Process, such as Turkey and Russia of successful and unsuccessful inclusion strategies 7 Revealing successes as well as shortcomings in 7 Readable, accessible to the general reader, but Fields of interest launching the common European Higher Educa- intellectually serious 7 Links ‘special educational Medical Education; Aging; Quality of Life Research tion Policy 7 Connecting higher education to needs’ to broader educational issues but is practical broader political, cultural and economic issues Target groups From the contents Graduate students, medical students, medical Fields of interest 1 Introduction. Section A: Storm, Stress And health care professionals, behavioral scientists, Higher Education; Educational Policy; Sociology Standards. 2 From classroom to “Colditz” via a medical ethicists, gerontologists, historians of of Education Learning Support Unit. 3 A girl who “squeezed in science, endocrinologists and out of everywhere”. 4 “Giving up on them”: Target groups a tale of despair. Section B: Against The Trend In Researchers, teaching faculty and students of Primary Schools. 5 “Off the differentiation map”: Discount group higher education policy, comparative education why did inclusion fail? P and European integration; policy makers and NGO representatives involved in promoting the Fields of interest European Higher Education Area and European Instruction and Learning; Educational Policy; integration Methodology of the Social Sciences Discount group Target groups P Educational psychologists (practitioners and academics); trainee psychologists (clinical as well as educational); undergraduates taking psychology or social science degrees; teachers, in particular those involved in learning support i.e. special educational needs coordinators
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J. C. Smart, University of Memphis, TN, USA (Ed .) M. Viswanathan, S. Gajendiran, R. Venkatesan Higher Education: Handbook Enabling Consumer and of Theory and Research Entrepreneurial Literacy in Volume 22 Subsistence Marketplaces
Published annually since 1985, the Handbook This book describes research on low-literate, poor series provides a compendium of thorough and buyers and sellers in subsistence marketplaces, integrative literature reviews on a diverse array of the consequent development of an innovative topics of interest to the higher education scholarly marketplace literacy educational program that and policy communities. Each chapter provides enables consumer and entrepreneurial literacy, and a comprehensive review of research findings on implications of the research and the educational a selected topic, critiques the research literature program for business, education, and a variety of in terms of its conceptual and methodological disciplines and functions. There are two important rigor, and sets forth an agenda for future research resources that individuals living in subsistence intended to advance knowledge on the chosen need to function in the economic realm: finances topic. The Handbook focuses on twelve general and know-how. The book describes an educational areas that encompass the salient dimensions of program that focuses on enabling generic skills scholarly and policy inquiries undertaken in the about the marketplace. This program uses the international higher education community. The “know-why” or an understanding of marketplaces series is fortunate to have attracted annual contri- as a basis for the know-how of being an informed butions from distinguished scholars throughout buyer or seller. This volume discusses implications the world. of the research and the educational program for non-profit organizations, for research and practice Features in education, for business research and practice, 7 Authoritative in the field of higher education and for academic and applied research. 7 Provides state-of-the-art reviews on a wide range of topics in the study of higher education Features 7 Attracts annual contributions from distin- 7 A focus on marketplace know-how, the comple- guished scholars around the world 7 Chapters ment to financing and microloans for the poor to are frequently cited in major higher education enable them to function in the economic realm journals 7 Research insights into a previously neglected phenomenon across resource and literacy barriers, From the contents subsistence marketplaces 7 A unique educational 1: A Career out of Control (Maybe): James L. program that conveys abstract concepts to low- Bess.- 2: Accountability: Assessment and the literate individuals by using methods that leverage Scholarship of “Best Practice”: Alicia C. Dowd and their inherent social skills Vincent P. Tong.- 3: Striving for What? Exploring the Pursuit of Prestige: KerryAnn O’Meara.- Fields of interest 4: “Outsiders”, Students Subcultures, and the Education (general); Marketing; Entrepreneurship Massification of Higher Education: Richard Flacks and Scott L. Thomas.- 5: Teachers ‘ Nonverbal Target groups Behavior and Its Effects on Students: Elisha Academic researchers in adult and literacy educa- Babad.- 6: The Pell Program at Thirthy Years: tion, consumer education and other non-formal Bradley R. Curs et al.- The Political Economy of education; adult education/literacy and busi- Redistribution through Higher Education Subsi- ness practitioners; non-profit organizations and dies: William R. Doyle. corporations
Fields of interest Discount group Higher Education; Curriculum Studies; Educa- P tional Administration
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T. Bengtsson, Lund University, Lund, Sweden; C. Höhn, D. Avramov, I. E. Kotowska (Eds .) C. Höhn, D. Avramov, I. E. Kotowska (Eds .) G. P. Mineau, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA (Eds .) People, Population Change People, Population Change Kinship and Demographic and Policies and Policies Behavior in the Past Lessons from the Population Policy Lessons from the Population Policy Acceptance Study Vol. 1: Family Change Acceptance Study Vol. 2: Demographic Knowledge – Gender – Ageing
What is the influence of family and kinship networks on fertility, marriage, migration and The content of the two volumes with the title mortality? Population scientists have studied the “People, Population Change and Policies: Lessons The content of the two volumes with the title relationship between families, both immediate and from the Population Policy Acceptance Study” is “People, Population Change and Policies: Lessons extended, and demographic behavior for many based on the DIALOG project, an international from the Population Policy Acceptance Study” is years. comparative analysis of PPA survey data collected based on the DIALOG project, an international This book examines the role of kinship and the in the participating countries. The DIALOG comparative analysis of PPA survey data collected family’s influence on the health outcomes of their project was funded by the European Commission in the participating countries. The DIALOG children, their children’s selection of marriage for three years (2003 – 2005). project was funded by the European Commission partners, couples having higher order births or A co-ordinated, but nationally financed PPA for three years (2003 - 2005). reduced fertility, individual migration and origins survey had been conducted in 14 European A co-ordinated, but nationally financed PPA of populations. Mortality patterns are examined countries: Austria, Belgium (Flanders), Cyprus, survey had been conducted in 14 European to determine the influence of fertility patterns on the Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Germany, countries: Austria, Belgium (Flanders), Cyprus, parents’ mortality, the contribution of parents’ Hungary, Italy, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Germany, longevity to their children’s lifespan, and whether Romania and Slovenia. The second data source is Hungary, Italy, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, a family history of disease affects the risk of dying a Policy-Delphi study, which follows a qualitative Romania and Slovenia. The second data source is from that same disease. approach – in addition to the countries mentioned a Policy-Delphi study, which follows a qualitative The volume emphasizes the importance of studies above also Switzerland participated. approach – in addition to the countries mentioned that include and compare other factors related to In these two volumes for the first time the data above also Switzerland participated. social organization with information on multi- from the DIALOG project will be systematically In these two volumes for the first time the data generational families. The authors elucidate and scientifically analysed. from the DIALOG project will be systematically previous explanations and provide provocative and scientifically analysed. new results. Features 7 International comparative analysis of surveys Features Features on demographic change based on about 34000 7 International comparative analysis of surveys 7 Studies in this volume illustrate the different interviews in 14 European countries 7 Lessons on demographic change based on about 34000 ways in which kinship affects demographic drawn on what future demographic trends will interviews in 14 European countries 7 Lessons behavior 7 A number of historical data sets bring and what will be the consequences for the drawn on what future demographic trends will from different cultural settings are used to analyze family, children, equal opportunities and the bring and what will be the consequences for the demographic processes 7 Compares the influ- ageing of the population family, children, equal opportunities and the ence of social factors with family factors on demo- ageing of the population graphic behavior From the contents 1. Introduction.- 2. Methods and Opportunities From the contents Fields of interest for Analyses of the International Population Policy 1. Demographic Trends, population related poli- Demography; Social Sciences, general; Human Acceptance Study Database (IPPAS).- 3. Pathways cies and general attitudes.- 2. Changing attitudes Genetics of welfare and population related policies: Towards on population policies?- 3. Comparative Delphi- a multidimentional typology of welfare state Study.- 4. Gender roles.- 5. International Solidarity Target groups regimes in Eastern and Western Europe.- 4. Family and Elderly.- 6. Policy Implications.- Annex: PPAS- Sociologists, demographers, social and economic Matter.- 4.1. Attitudes towards (the change of) the Questionnaire(s), CD-ROM. historians, anthropologists Family.- 4.2 Value of Children. Fields of interest Discount group Fields of interest Demography; Human Geography P Demography; Sociology; Social Policy Target groups Target groups Researchers, policy makers, students Researchers, policy makers, students Discount group Discount group P P
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C. Höhn, D. Avramov, I. E. Kotowska (Eds .) S. Piddock, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, H. Rodriguez, E. L. Quarantelli, R. Dynes, University Australia of Delaware, Newark, DE, USA (Eds .) People, Population Change and Policies A Space of Their Own Handbook of Disaster Lessons from the Population Policy The Archaeology of Nineteenth Century Research Acceptance Study Lunatic Asylums in Britain, South Australia and Tasmania Volume 1+2 Recent disasters, such as the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami, bomb explosions in London, Hurricane The history of lunatic asylums – what do we really Katrina, the Pakistan Earthquake, floods in Central This two-volume work presents social cohesion know about them? Films and television programs America, and landslides in Indonesia, among many and demographic challenges that are associated have portrayed them as places of horror where the others, have resulted in an extensive loss of life, with low birth rates and population ageing. It does patients are restrained and left to listen to the cries social disruption, significant economic impacts so from the perspective of citizens and key policy of their fellow inmates in despair. But what was the to local and national economies, and have made actors. The work analyses peoples’ attitudes about world of nineteenth century lunatic asylums really headline news in countries throughout the world. demographic trends and expectations towards like? Are these images true? This book will explore Thus the Handbook of Disaster Research is a private networks and public policies. It places these this world using the techniques of historical timely and much needed contribution to the field in the societal context of national specificities in archaeology and history. of disasters. The editors of this Handbook have the fourteen countries and regards them as part of In the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centu- brought together a comprehensive and interdis- the dynamics of the European integration process. ries the advent of new treatments for insanity ciplinary volume with a diverse and international The book includes a CD-ROM with the method- based on moral therapy and non-restraint, and group of contributors. ological guidelines and the international database an increasing social awareness of the conditions The Handbook is based on the principle that on about 34000 interviews conducted in Austria, in which the insane were being kept led to a new disasters are social constructions and focuses on Belgium, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Estonia, focus on the provisions made for the insane in social science disaster research. Attention is given Finland, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Lithuania, the “madhouses”, lunatic asylums and hospitals. In to conceptual issues dealing with the concept Netherlands, Poland, Romania and Slovenia. This response to this new focus those interested in “disaster” and to methodological issues relating to provides a unique opportunity for training and the reform of these places and the new treatment research on disasters. further analysis of national data. regimes began to describe what lunatic asylums This book is the outcome of the DIALOG research should be if they were going to bring the insane Features project, funded by the European Commission back to sanity. 7 This seminal reference work is the first interdis- under the 5th Framework Programme. ciplinary collection of disaster research as it stands Features now and how the field will continue to grow, Features 7 The first volume to examine institutional especially post 9/11 7 International comparative analysis of surveys archaeology on a global level 7 Demonstrates on demographic change based on about 34000 that institutions (and the buildings/rooms that are From the contents interviews in 14 European countries 7 Lessons included within) can give a unique insight into Editor‘s Introduction.- What is a Disaster?- A drawn on what future demographic trends will society at a given period of time 7 The author Heuristic Approach to Future Disasters and Crises: bring and what will be the consequences for the is in the forefront of this new field in historical New, Old, and In Between Types.- The Crisis family, children, equal opportunities and the archaeology Approach.- Methodological Issues.- The Role of ageing of the population Geographic Information Systems/Remote Sensing Fields of interest in Disaster.- Morbidity and Mortality Associated Fields of interest Archaeology; Cultural Heritage with Disasters.- Race, Class, Ethnicity, and Disaster Demography; Sociology; Statistics for Social Vulnerability.- Gender and Disaster: Foundations Science, Education, Public Policy, and Law Target groups and Directions.- Globalization and Localiza- Those working in historical archaeology and more tion: An Economic Approach.- Local Emergency Target groups specifically institutional archaeology and those Management Organizations. Researchers (social sciences and demography); working in the global ideas of colonialism and the policy makers, local authorities, and NGOs welfare of those in institutions Fields of interest (family, child-care, employment, pensions, popula- Sociology; Public Health; Demography tion ageing, and governance policies); students in Discount group demography, economy, sociology, statistics, social P Target groups policy, and humanities Social scientists studying the effects of disasters (both natural and man made) on humans, sociolo- Discount group gists, public health specialists, demographers, P economists, and political scientist
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J. E. Stets, J. H. Turner, University of California, River- Y. Zeng, D. L. Poston, Jr., D. Ashbaugh Vlosky, D. Gu side, CA, USA (Eds .) (Eds .) Handbook of the Sociology of Healthy Longevity in China Emotions Demographic, Socioeconomic, and Psychological Dimensions
For almost thirty years, sociologists have increas- ingly theorized about and conducted research on China is aging at an extraordinary speed and has human emotions. Surprisingly, it was not until the largest quantity of elderly persons in the world. the 1970s that the sociology of emotions emerged Scholars utilize this unprecedented living experi- as a coherent field of inquiry. What makes this ence of human being and the unique Chinese late date surprising is that it is now obvious that Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey (CLHLS) human behavior, interaction, and organization are datasets with the aim to answer in this volume the driven by emotions. It was an immense oversight following questions critical to the aging population for emotions to be de-emphasized in sociological world wide. Is the period of disability compressing theorizing and research for most of its 175 year or expanding with increasing life expectancy and history. Since the 1970s, however, the study of what factors are associated with these trends in the emotions has accelerated and is now at the fore- recent decades? Is it possible to realize morbidity front of sociological analysis. compression with a prolongation of the life span in This book is designed to bring the reader up the future? to date on the theory and research traditions The first section of the book presents the CLHLS that have proliferated in the analysis of human project’s study design, sample distribution, emotions. Key figures who have carried the soci- contents of data collected, and assessments of age ology of emotions to its current level of promi- reporting and data quality. The remaining chapters nence review their own work and the work of are grouped into sections dealing with the demo- others who have made contributions to a particular graphic, social, economic, familial and psycho- approach to the study of emotions. logical dimensions of healthy longevity.
Features Features 7 Emotion is the response a individual has in 7 Deals with the determinants of healthy response to situations - usually of a social origin longevity in China, the most populous country (i.e. he insulted me so now I am upset) 7 In with the largest elderly population in the world sociological terms, this includes not only the exis- 7 Written by distinguished experts in the field of tence of social stimuli that aids in the prediction healthy aging/ longevity addressing strategically of emotion states, but also a cognitive appraisal of important issues of “living longer and healthier” emotion- relevant social preconditions and states From the contents From the contents Preface: James W. Vaupel. Acknowledgement.- Section I: Basic Processes.- The Classification Introduction: Aging and Aged Dependency in of Emotions.- The Neuroscience of Emotions.- China: Dudley L. Poston, Jr. and Zeng Yi.- Part I: Gender and Emotions.- Section II: Theories.- CLHLS and Its Data Quality Assessment: Dudley Power and Status and the Power-Status Theory of L. Poston, Jr.- Part II: The Effects of Demographic Emotions.- Cultural Theory and Emotions.- Ritual and Socioeconomic Factors: Danan Gu.- Part Theory and Emotions.- Symbolic Interactionism, III: Living Arrangements and Elderly Care: Zeng Inequality, and Emotions.- Affect Control Theory.- Yi.- Part IV: Subjective Wellbeing and Disability: Identity Theory and Emotions. Denese Ashbaugh Vlosky.
Fields of interest Fields of interest Sociology; Social Psychology Aging; Geriatrics/Gerontology; Demography
Target groups Target groups Graduate students in sociology; sociological Gerontologists, public health researchers and researchers in psychological social psychology and policy makers, demographers, sociologists psychology Discount group Discount group P P
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M. F. Baasten, R. Munk, Leiden University, N. B. Cocchiarella, Indiana University, Bloomington, D. Gabbay, King‘s College London, U .K .; The Netherlands (Eds .) IN, U .S .A . F. Guenthner, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität, München, Germany (Eds .) Studies in Hebrew Language Formal Ontology and and Jewish Culture Conceptual Realism Handbook of Philosophical Logic Volume 14 The articles presented here include studies in Theories about the ontological structure of the Rabbinics, Classical Hebrew linguistics, early world have generally been described in informal, Hebrew-Greek glossary, Hebrew manuscripts, intuitive terms, and the arguments for and against The fourteenth volume of the Second Edition Medieval and Modern Hebrew literature, Medieval them, including their consistency and adequacy covers central topics in philosophical logic that and Early-Modern interpretation of Scripture, as explanatory frameworks, have generally been have been studied for thousands of years, since Medieval and Early-Modern Jewish philosophy, given in even more informal terms. The goal of Aristotle: Inconsistency, Causality, Conditionals, Hebrew book print in the 18th century, and Jewish formal ontology is to correct for these deficiencies. and Quantifiers. These topics are central in many Enlightenment. The articles cover a substantial By formally reconstructing an intuitive, informal applications of logic in central disciplines such as part of the fields included in Hebrew and Jewish ontological scheme as a formal ontology we can computer science, artificial intelligence, linguistics, Studies, and offer a fine example of the wealth better determine the consistency and adequacy and philosophy. This book is indispensable to any and variety of the present day academic study of of that scheme; and then by comparing different advanced student or researcher using logic in these Hebrew, Judaism, and Jewish culture. reconstructed schemes with one another we can areas. The chapters are comprehensive and written much better evaluate the arguments for and against by major figures in the field. Features them and come to a decision as to which system it 7 Covers a substantial part of the fields included is best to adopt. Features in Hebrew and Jewish Studies 7 Written by Conceptual realism, which is defended here as the 7 Authoritative in the area of philosophical logic, leading scholars in the field 7 Offers a fine best system to adopt, contains both an intensional presenting comprehensive coverage of key areas of example of the wealth and variety of the present and a natural realism as well as an Aristotelian logic 7 Of particular interest to those in the field day academic study of Hebrew, Judaism, and essentialism based on a logic of natural kinds. of artificial intelligence and common sense agent Jewish culture reasoning 7 Focuses on causality, conditionals Features and, to a lesser extent, quantifiers and language Fields of interest 7 An account of the general features and meth- Philosophy odology of formal ontology 7 A formalized Contents account and defense of conceptual realism Editorial Preface; D.M. Gabbay.- Logics of Formal Target groups 7 A reconstruction and comparison of Frege’s and Inconsistency; W. Carnielli, M.E. Coniglio, J. Philosophers interested in jewish culture, philoso- Russell’s versions of logical realism 7 A reduction Marcos.- Causality; J. Williamson.- On Condi- phers interested in hebrew language of Lesniewski’s logic of names to a conceptualist tionals; D. Edgington.- Quantifiers in Formal and logic of names 7 A logic of classes as many and Natural Languages; D. Westerståhl.- Index. Discount group its use in the semantics of plural reference and P predication Fields of interest Logic; Philosophy of Language; Philosophy of From the contents Science I Formal Ontology. 1. Formal Ontology and Conceptual Realism. 2. Time, Being, and Exis- Target groups tence. 3. Logical Necessity and Logical Atomism. Scholars of philosophical logic 4. Formal Theories of Predication. 5. Formal Theo- ries of Predication Part II. 6. Intensional Possible Discount group Worlds.- II Conceptual Realism. 7. The Nexus of P Predication. 8. Medieval Logic and Conceptual Realism. 9. On Geach Against General Reference.
Fields of interest Ontology; Logic; Philosophy of Language
Target groups Professors, graduate students, and upper division students in philosophy, computer science, math- ematics, linguistics, and information science
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2007 . X, 320 p . 8 illus . (Amsterdam Studies in Jewish 2007 . Approx . 355 p . (Synthese Library, Volume 339) 2nd ed . 2007 . XIV, 346 p . (Handbook of Philosophical Thought, Volume 12) Hardcover Hardcover Logic, Volume 14) Hardcover 7 $159.00 7 $189.00 7 $169.00 ISBN 978-1-4020-6201-8 ISBN 978-1-4020-6203-2 ISBN 978-1-4020-6323-7 154 Philosophy Springer News 10/2007 springer.com/booksellers
E. Husserl A. Tymieniecka, The World Institute for Advanced A. Tymieniecka, The World Institute for Advanced Phemomenological Research and Learning, Hanover, Phemomenological Research and Learning, Hanover, Introduction to Logic and NH, USA (Ed .) NH, USA (Ed .) Theory of Knowledge. Virtues and Passions in Beauty‘s Appeal Lectures 1906/07 Literature Measure and Excess Translated from the German by: C. O. Hill Excellence, Courage, Engagements, Wisdom, Fulfilment Features This course on logic and theory of knowledge fell 7 This volume explains the relation of beauty and exactly midway between the publication of the Features human existence 7 This volume explores the Logical Investigations in 1900-01 and Ideas I in 7 Explains how the emergence of Human Condi- various aspects of beauty: 7 Beauty as fulfilment 1913. It constitutes a summation and consolida- tion lifts natural endowment of the individual to of humanness 7 Beauty uplifting the experience tion of Husserl’s logico-scientific, epistemological, the level of excellence 7 Explains how natural of life 7 Beauty as the existential force of human and epistemo-phenomenological investigations of forces and promptings of life transmute through condition the preceding years and an important step in the creative Human Condition subliminal passions journey from descriptivo-psychological elucida- of the soul into innumerable streaks of spiritual From the contents tion of pure logic in the Logical Investigations to significance 7 Explains how virtues streaming Acknowledgements. Thematic Study. Beauty, the transcendental phenomenology of the absolute from individual forces maintain bedrocks of the Truth, Alterity: Beyond Cause and Effect. Part I. consciousness of the objective correlates consti- societal links Eros / Kalon / Agathos: Love, the Beautiful and the tuting themselves in its acts in Ideas I. In it Husserl Good. Part II. The Aesthetics of Possibility. Part III. began developing his transcendental phenome- From the contents Measure or Excess: The Unity of the Aesthetic, the nology as the genuine realization of what had only Thematic Study: Literature and the Passion of Ethical, and the Political in Dante, Marlowe, and been realized in fragmentary form in the Logical Virtue. Part I. Historical and Contemporary Molière. Part IV. The Theater Absurd and Reality. Investigations. Virtues as Reflected In Chinese Literature. Part II. Part V. The Re-Emergence of Beauty in Contempo- Husserl considered that in the courses that he gave Virtues of the Heart: Feodor Dostoevsky and the rary Technology. Index of Names. at the University of Göttingen he had progressed Ethic of Love. Part III. Inherent and Intentional well beyond the insights of the Logical Investiga- Inquiries on Virtues. Part IV. Enlightenment, Fields of interest tions. Humanization and Beauty in the Light of Schiller’s Phenomenology; Metaphysics; Ethics “Letters on the Aesthetic Education of Man”. Part Features V. Art and Awareness. Target groups 7 Husserl is one of the most seminal thinkers Fine arts appreciation, history of art, phenomenol- of the 20th century and his full contribution to Fields of interest ogy’s investigations, the creative mind, aesthetics philosophy, in this case philosophy of logic and Metaphysics; Ethics; Phenomenology and nature, etc. mathematics, has yet to be realized 7 His ideas are presented here in an incomparably clearer, live- Target groups Discount group lier, more easily readable and assimilable manner Educators, social scientists, anthropological P than in other works translated into English researchers 7 Can serve as an introduction to his thought and to his phenomenology in particular Discount group P Fields of interest Phenomenology; Logic
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R. Epstein, University of California, San Diego, CA, USA; G. Roberts, NCR, San Diego, CA, USA; G. Beber, Gartner Consulting, Stamford, CT, USA (Eds .) Parsing the Turing Test Philosophical and Methodological Issues in the Quest for the Thinking Computer
Parsing the Turing Test is a landmark exploration of both the philosophical and methodological issues surrounding the search for true artificial intelligence. Will computers and robots ever think and communicate the way humans do? When a computer crosses the threshold into self- consciousness, will it immediately jump into the Internet and create a World Mind? Will intelligent computers someday recognize the rather doubtful intelligence of human beings? Distinguished psychologists, computer scientists, philosophers, and programmers from around the world debate these weighty issues – and, in effect, the future of the human race – in this important volume.
Features 7 The most comprehensive analysis of The Turing Test - the ultimate benchmark of true artificial intelligence ever published 7 Features new contributions from 37 eminent scholars in computer science, psychology and philosophy, including Ray Kurzwell, Noam Chomsky, Paul Churchland, John R. Searle and Andrew Hodges
From the contents Foreword. Acknowledgements. Introduction. About the Editors. Part I. Setting the Stage. Part II. The Ongoing Philosophical Debate. Part III. The New Methodological Debates. Part IV. After- thoughts on Thinking Machines.
Fields of interest Computational Linguistics; User Interfaces and Human Computer Interaction; Artificial Intel- ligence (incl. Robotics)
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P. Riepl, G. Riepl, Linz, Austria Riepl Riepl Architekten Sites
“Riepl Riepl Architekten“ have produced an ambitious range of assignments – from cultural and industrial buildings to housing and churches. Thereby Peter Riepl and Gabriele Riepl do not consider it their primary architectural task to invent novel constructions, preferring rather to modify and differentiate existing space and recon- dition places. “Space” is regarded as more than just an enclosed area but can also be unlimited, vast and completely open, or formed through specific constellations. Large photos as well as plans, text and project data introduce the reader to a selection of the architects outstanding buildings. An essay by Friedrich Achleitner characterises the architects’ work and puts it into a wider context.
Features 7 Photos, plans and text serve to illustrate the wide range of outstanding cultural and industrial buildings, housing and churches 7 Introductory essay by Friedrich Achleitner
Fields of interest Architects; Architecture
Target groups Architects, students, developers, public authorities, interested laymen
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