Offers students and readers not familiar with genetic algorithms (GAs) an overview of the subject matter in an easy-to-digest format. The author explains all aspects of GAs, without broaching unnecess
Genetic algorithms are playing an increasingly important role in studies of complexadaptive systems, ranging from adaptive agents in economic theory to the use of machine learningtechniques in the des
The second edition of GUIDE TO PARALLEL OPERATING SYSTEMS WITH WINDOWS 7 AND LINUX continues its unique approach of examining two of the most prominent operating systems in parallel. Rather than using
This book is designed for a data structures and algorithms course that uses Python. A key objective is to provide a "back to basics" approach to learning data structures and algorithms without overwh
This book offers students and researchers a guide to distributed algorithms thatemphasizes examples and exercises rather than the intricacies of mathematical models. It avoidsmathematical argumentatio
A new edition of the essential text and professional reference, with substantial newmaterial on such topics as vEB trees, multithreaded algorithms, dynamic programming, and edge-baseflow.
MULTIMEDIA: ALGORITHMS, STANDARDS, AND INDUSTRY PRACTICES brings together the different aspects of a modern multimedia pipeline from content creation, compression, distribution and digital rights man
Biotechnology and genetic engineering are the key technologies of the 21st century. They allow the findings in cell biology and genetics, biochemistry and microbiology, biochemical engineering and bio
There is increasing interest in genetic programming by both researchers and professional software developers. These twenty-two invited contributions show how a wide variety of problems across discipli
Our ability to manipulate the genome of living organisms for the elucidation of gene function in vivo has improved dramatically over the last decade. Genetic Manipulation of Receptor Expression and Fu
Foreword by Bjarne Stroustrup Software is generally acknowledged to be the single greatest obstacle preventing mainstream adoption of massively-parallel computing. While sequential applications are ro
PVM is a software package that enables the computer user to define a networked heterogeneous collection of serial, parallel, and vector computers to function as one large computer. Written by the tea
Genetic Alchemy summarizes and clarifies the background of policy and ethical issues, the debates engendered by uncertain risks to researchers and the population at large, and the roles played by scie
In curiously parallel lives, Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr were both orphaned at an early age. Both were brilliant students who attended college? one at Princeton, the other at Columbia?and studie
From a renowned oncologist and pioneer in integrative medicine, a breakthrough in treating and preventing disease by altering our genetic blueprint What if the food we eat could target not only diabet
A fascinating guided tour of the complex, fast-moving, and influential world of algorithms?what they are, why they’re such powerful predictors of human behavior, and where they’re headed next. Algori
Parallel Processing With the Propeller--Made Easy!"This book should find a place on any Propellerhead's bookshelf, between Parallax's Propeller Manual and its Programming and Customizing the Multicore
In curiously parallel lives, Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr were both orphaned at an early age. Both were brilliant students who attended college? one at Princeton, the other at Columbia?and studie
A concise, comprehensive introduction to the topic of statistical physics of combinatorial optimization, bringing together theoretical concepts and algorithms from computer science with analytical met
Specially designed for dermatologists, pediatricians, and family physicians, this user-friendly guide to genetic skin disorders is an ideal resource for both board preparation and clinical practice. T
Solving problems in parallel and distributed computing through the use of bio-inspired techniques. Recent years have seen a surge of interest in computational methods patterned after natural phenomena
Genetic diseases affect the lives of millions of people, regardless of age, race, religion, ethnicity, or social status. Every day, discoveries point to the complex role of genetics in common disorder
Meet Skulduggery Pleasant: detective, sorcerer, warrior.Oh yes. And dead.Skulduggery Pleasant is gone, sucked into a parallel dimension overrun by the Faceless Ones. If his bones haven’t already been
STEP INTO A UNIVERSE OF DARING ADVENTURE, THRILLING POWER, AND MULTIPLE LONDONS. Kell is one of the last Travelers-magicians with a rare, coveted ability to travel between parallel universes, connecte
What is classical music? This book answers the question in a manner never before attempted, by presenting the history of fifteen parallel traditions, of which Western classical music is just one. Each
Parallel Realities Kola and Peaches' palace lifestyle in Colombia comes crashing down when the Federales kick in Eduardo's front door. Forced to flee South America with her niece and return to New Yor
Collects the adventures of the Fantastic Four, including battling vengeance-seeking villains in Washington, traveling forward in time to fight Kang and Nebula, and arriving on a parallel Earth to clas
This publication compiles five studies and provide an overview of the conceptual bases for assigning monetary and non-monetary values to plant genetic resources for food and agriculture. It also const
Fans of Matched, Across the Universe, and The Hunger Games will love this captivating tale of rebellion and romance that spans parallel worlds.Everything repeats.You. Your best friend. Every person yo
A dystopian parallel story follows the survival efforts of two girls from different realities, including Claire, a girl from an intact world who manages the grief of a beloved uncle's death by dreamin
"When plain and unpopular Annie Nutter gets zapped by one of her dad's whacked-out inventions, she lands in a parallel universe where her life becomes picture-perfect. Now she's Ayla Monroe, daughter
"The winner of the Mystery Writers of America Grandmaster Award and her son present a dual account of their struggles with alcoholism and sobriety, a parallel journey marked by poignant episodes of re
Ephraim thought his universe-hopping days were over, but when his girlfriend's twin sister from a parallel universe crashes their senior prom, the three must work together to save the multiverse.
Specially designed to parallel the material in Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians, 2nd Edition, this helpful workbook provides in-depth study and review of the ASHP content requirements for pharmac
When evil versions of himself and best friend Nate appear one day, teenaged Ephraim embarks on a dangerous odyssey through parallel worlds to make things right.
Dark magic, unknown enemies, monsters of every stripe—FBI profiler Jace Valchek has seen it all. In the bizarre parallel universe of DD Barant's Bloodhound Files, shape-shifting werewolves and blood-t
With the help of a most curious cat, Alice leapfrogs from Victorian England into a series of parallel worlds where she encounters an entire magic box of bizarre characters: everything from strange att
