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Master the new computational tools to get the most out of your information system. This practical guide, the first to clearly outline the situation for the benefit of engineers and scientists, pro

A unique guide to the application and theory of photothermal spectroscopy.This book debunks the myth that photothermal spectroscopy is too complicated for practical application to chemical analysis, a

Explains the principles underlying all devices used to sense temperature, and how the sensor signals are processed to convert them to indications of temperature. Describes the fundamental concepts of

Intended for use in advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate courses, this text presents a wide survey of methodological procedures and theoretical positions.

In-service teachers, district or building administrators, school specialists, pre-service teachers, and paraprofessionals alike will find this an indispensable guide to rediscovering the value, potent

This text surveys the principal methods of solving partial differential equations. Suitable for graduate students of mathematics, engineering, and physical sciences, it opens with an elementary presen

Descriptive and analytical, MODERN MARKETING RESEARCH: CONCEPTS, METHODS, AND CASES, 2nd Edition is a comprehensive introduction to the practice of marketing research. The book walks you through each

Over the two decades since the publication of the first edition of Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods, qualitative research has risen from a novel and controversial approach to the study of

Reference Stress Methods are a mature technique that offers a simplified way of identifying the critical areas of stress in mechanical or structural components. It is an approach that is more intuiti

Why do countries have different institutions and forms of government? Why do some social revolutions succeed and endure while others fail? Why are some societies subjected to terrorism and not others?

Since 9/11, the needs of intelligence agencies as well as the missions they conduct have increased in number, size, and complexity. As such, government and private security agencies are recruiting sta

Since 9/11, the needs of intelligence agencies as well as the missions they conduct have increased in number, size, and complexity. As such, government and private security agencies are recruiting sta

Most epidemiology workbooks are used as supplements to existing texts. The student reads the chapter, finds the answers, and fills in the right blanks. This is good for understanding basic principles

Whether you’re an active trader, or simply want a better understanding of how to succeed in today’s markets, you’ll benefit from the wisdom and insight of renowned “Trader’s Hall of Fame” winner, Jack

Can you post big gains consistently – even if the market is locked in a downward spiral? Absolutely – if you avoid buying the wrong stocks – or trading the wrong markets – at the wrong time. Pinpointi

The concept of modelling using graph theory has its origin in several scientific areas, notably statistics, physics, genetics, and engineering. The use of graphical models in applied statistics has in

Now in paperback! The art of monotype has experienced a surge of popularity in recent years, and artists working in other mediums will enjoy exploring the creative potential this process offers them.

Lets you target the specific information you need quickly and easily, so you can stay in the lab and out of the library. This invaluable database also available on CD-ROM gives you fast, hands-on acc

Lets you target the specific information you need quickly and easily-so you can stay in the lab and out of the library.This invaluable database-also available on CD-ROM-gives you fast, hands-on access

Lets you target the specific information youneed quickly and easily-so you can stay inthe lab and out of the libraryThis invaluable database-also available on CD-ROM-gives you fast, hands-on access to

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The importance of primary batteries in today's world cannot be underestimated; so much of our daily lives revolves around the use of these devices from portable communication equipment, cameras and ca

A comprehensive, class-tested text covering all aspects of operations research/management science. Designed for students pursuing business careers requiring managerial ability and decision-making skil

Applied Numerical Methods with MATLAB is written for students who want to learn and apply numerical methods in order to solve problems in engineering and science. As such, the methods are motivated by

Quantitative Research Methods for Linguistics provides an accessible introduction to research methods for undergraduates undertaking research for the first time. Employing a task-based approach, the a

In this comprehensive introduction to causal case study methods, Derek Beach, Rasmus Brun Pedersen, and their co-authors delineate the ontological and epistemological differences among these methods,

In this comprehensive introduction to causal case study methods, Derek Beach, Rasmus Brun Pedersen, and their co-authors delineate the ontological and epistemological differences among these methods,

Statistical Theories and Methods with Applications to Economics and Business highlights recent advances in statistical theory and methods that benefit econometric practice. It deals with exploratory d

Fully updated to reflect the latest developments, the third edition of Research Methods In Clinical Psychology offers a comprehensive introduction to the various methods, approaches, and strategies fo

A unique and comprehensive graduate text and reference on numerical methods for electromagnetic phenomena, from atomistic to continuum scales, in biology, optical-to-micro waves, photonics, nanoelectronics and plasmas. The state-of-the-art numerical methods described include: • Statistical fluctuation formulae for the dielectric constant • Particle-Mesh-Ewald, Fast-Multipole-Method and image-based reaction field method for long-range interactions • High-order singular/hypersingular (Nyström collocation/Galerkin) boundary and volume integral methods in layered media for Poisson–Boltzmann electrostatics, electromagnetic wave scattering and electron density waves in quantum dots • Absorbing and UPML boundary conditions • High-order hierarchical Nédélec edge elements • High-order discontinuous Galerkin (DG) and Yee finite difference time-domain methods • Finite element and plane wave frequency-domain methods for periodic structures • Generalized DG beam propagation method for optic

Mechanisms of DNA Recombination and Genome Rearrangements: Methods to Study Homologous Recombination, Volume 600, the latest release in the Methods in Enzymology series, continues the legacy of this p

Sampling of Populations: Methods and Applications, 4th Edition is an all-inclusive resource on the basic and most current practices in population sampling. Find the essential statistical methods for

Research Methods and Statistics for Public and Nonprofit Administrators: A Practical Guide is a comprehensive, easy-to-read, core text that thoroughly prepares readers to apply research methods and da

This book discusses new approaches and methods in the cybernetics, algorithms and software engineering in the scope of the intelligent systems. It brings new approaches and methods to real-world probl

The contributions in this volume cover methods for removal of particle contaminants on surfaces. Several of these methods are well established and have been employed in industrial applications for a l

The added value of mixed methods research in poverty and vulnerability is now widely recognized. However, despite the expanding volume of literature on the use of mixed methods, gaps and challenges st

A gentle introduction to advanced topics such as parallel computing, multigrid methods, and special methods for systems of PDEs. The goal of all chapters is to ‘compute’ solutions to problems, hence a

A Critique of Pure Teaching Methods and the Case of Synthetic Phonics examines how research into the effectiveness of teaching methods can and should relate to what takes place in the classroom. The

EPR of Free Radicals in Solids: Trends in Methods and Applications, 2nd ed. presents a critical two volume review of the methods and applications of EPR (ESR) for the study of free radical processes