This book is a state-of-the-art introduction into both algorithmic techniques for fixed-parameter tractability and the structural theory of parameterized complexity classes. It presents detailed proof
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This book contains a selection of papers submitted to the Workshop on Coding, Cryptography and Combinatorics (CCC 2003). An important feature of the book are invited surveys on key topics such as Bool
A practical introduction to the development of proofs and certified programs using Coq. An invaluable tool for researchers, students, and engineers interested in formal methods and the development of
In 1994 Peter Shor [65] published a factoring algorithm for a quantum computer that finds the prime factors of a composite integer N more efficiently than is possible with the known algorithms for a c
Turn to Hands-On Science--20 Themes for 20 highly motivating, classroom-tested science units that help students learn by doing. Students practice the scientific inquiry skills outlined in the National
How to Do Science Experiments with Children is a reliable 200+ page resource for teaching science concepts to young children in a fun, hands-on way. This book contains 70 stress-free experiments that
Each of the 122 experiments in Science Experiments for Young Learners is presented in a 2-page lesson format. 1. The teacher resource page with: materials list step-by-step easy-to-follo
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