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Applied Mass Communication Theory: A Guide for Media Practitioners
by Jack Rosenberry Lauren A. VickerApplied Mass Communication Theory: A Guide for Media Practitioners, Second Edition bridges a review of theory to the contemporary work of media professionals. The text provides a framework for constructing an undergraduate research project. It also presents vital chronological information on the progression of theory in mass communication, including a model that integrates mass communication theories and shows how they relate to one another. It concludes with information on media law, ethics, economics, and mass media careers, establishing a critical framework for students as they leave college and begin their first jobs. This Second Edition discusses mass communication theory and its applications in both traditional print and broadcast applications. By exploring advertising and public relations in this new digital multi-media environment, this text remains relevant, and in fact necessary, for students in the field.
Applied Mass Communication Theory: A Guide for Media Practitioners
by Jack Rosenberry Lauren A. VickerNow in its third edition, this dynamic textbook blends coverage of the major theories and research methods in mass communication to enable students to apply their knowledge in today’s media and communication careers. Maintaining a focus on modern professional application throughout, this text provides chronological coverage of the development and use of major theories, an overview of both quantitative and qualitative research methods, and a step-by-step guide to conducting a research project informed by this knowledge. It helps students bridge their academic coursework with professional contexts including public relations, advertising, and digital media contexts. It provides breakout boxes with definitions of key terms and theories, extended applied examples, and graphical models of key theories to offer a visualization of how the various concepts in the theory fit together. Applied Mass Communication Theory’s hybrid and flexible nature make it a useful textbook for both introductory and capstone courses on mass communication and media theory and research methods, as well as courses focused on media industries and professional skills. Instructors can access an online instructor’s manual, including sample exercises, test questions, and a syllabus, at www.routledge.com/9780367630362
Applied Materials Science: Applications of Engineering Materials in Structural, Electronics, Thermal, and Other Industries
by Deborah D. ChungMaterials are the foundation of technology. As such, most universities provide engineering undergraduates with the fundamental concepts of materials science, including crystal structures, imperfections, phase diagrams, materials processing, and materials properties. Few, however, offer the practical, applications-oriented background that their stud
Applied Math for Wastewater Plant Operators
by Joanne K. PriceWith many worked examples, this book provides step-by-step instruction for all calculations required for wastewater treatment. Pertinent calculations are conveniently summarized in each chapter. The text covers all the fundamental math concepts and skills needed for daily wastewater treatment plant operations. The workbook for this book can be purc
Applied Math for Wastewater Plant Operators - Workbook
by Joanne K. PriceThis workbook is a companion to Applied Math for Wastewater Plant Operators (ISBN: 9780877628095) and part of the Applied Math for Wastewater Plant Operators Set (ISBN: 9781566769891). It contains self-teaching guides for all wastewater treatment calculations, skill checks, hundreds of worked examples, and practice problems.
Applied Math for Water Plant Operators
by Joanne K. PriceWith many worked examples, this book provides a step-by-step training manual for water treatment calculations. It presents all the fundamental math concepts and skills needed for daily water treatment plant operations. The text covers volume, flow and velocity, milligrams per liter to pounds per day, loading rate, detention and retention times, eff
Applied Mathematical Analysis and Computations I: 1st SGMC, Statesboro, USA, April 2–3, 2021 (Virtual) (Springer Proceedings in Mathematics & Statistics #471)
by Divine Wanduku Shijun Zheng Haomin Zhou Zhan Chen Andrew Sills Ephraim AgyingiThis volume convenes selected, peer-reviewed research and survey articles that address the modern state-of-the-art in varied areas of applied mathematical analysis. They primarily include presentations as well as invited contributions for the 1st Southern Georgia Mathematics Conference (SGMC) that was virtually held on April 2—3, 2021 at the Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, USA. Papers in this volume incorporate both advanced theory and methods from mathematical analysis, and cover myriad topics like imaging and inverse problems, evolutionary PDEs, symbolic computation, dynamics and data analysis, data science, computational mathematics, and more. This first volume focuses on mathematical analysis theory and applications. These studies and findings contained herein will be of interest to researchers and graduate students working in the fields of mathematical analysis, modeling, data analysis and computation, with applications in many interdisciplinary applied sciences, as in statistics, physics, biology, and medical imaging. They are particularly relevant to those at the forefront of applied mathematical and statistical analysis, as well as data science and other computational science disciplines. In its first edition, the Southern Georgia Mathematics Conference brought together 74 speakers from 70 different institutions, from the USA, Canada, Austria, and Botswana. Attendees included faculty, researchers, experts, graduate and undergraduate students from all over the world.
Applied Mathematical Analysis and Computations II: 1st SGMC, Statesboro, USA, April 2–3, 2021 (Virtual) (Springer Proceedings in Mathematics & Statistics #472)
by Divine Wanduku Shijun Zheng Haomin Zhou Zhan Chen Andrew Sills Ephraim AgyingiThis volume convenes selected, peer-reviewed research and survey articles that address the modern state-of-the-art in varied areas of applied mathematical analysis. They were presented at the 1st Southern Georgia Mathematics Conference (SGMC) that was virtually held on April 2—3, 2021, at Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, USA. Papers in this volume incorporate both advanced theory and methods from mathematical analysis and cover myriad topics such as imaging and inverse problems, evolutionary PDEs, symbolic computation, dynamics and data analysis, data science, computational mathematics, and more. This second volume focuses on modeling, simulation and data analytical studies in the field of computational mathematics. These studies and findings contained herein will be of interest to researchers and graduate students working in the fields of mathematical analysis, modeling, data analysis, and computation, with applications in many interdisciplinary applied sciences, including statistics, physics, biology, and medical imaging. They are particularly relevant to those at the forefront of applied mathematical and statistical analysis, as well as data science and other computational science disciplines. In its first edition, the Southern Georgia Mathematics Conference brought together 74 speakers from 70 different institutions, including the USA, Canada, Austria, and Botswana. Attendees included faculty, researchers, experts, graduate, and undergraduate students from all over the world.
Applied Mathematical Analysis: Theory, Methods, and Applications (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #177)
by Hemen Dutta James F. PetersThis book addresses key aspects of recent developments in applied mathematical analysis and its use. It also highlights a broad range of applications from science, engineering, technology and social perspectives. Each chapter investigates selected research problems and presents a balanced mix of theory, methods and applications for the chosen topics. Special emphasis is placed on presenting basic developments in applied mathematical analysis, and on highlighting the latest advances in this research area. The book is presented in a self-contained manner as far as possible, and includes sufficient references to allow the interested reader to pursue further research in this still-developing field. The primary audience for this book includes graduate students, researchers and educators; however, it will also be useful for general readers with an interest in recent developments in applied mathematical analysis and applications.
Applied Mathematical Modeling and Analysis in Renewable Energy (Mathematical Engineering, Manufacturing, and Management Sciences)
by Manoj Sahni Ritu SahniThis reference text introduces latest mathematical modeling techniques and analysis for renewable energy systems. It comprehensively covers important topics including study of combustion characteristics of laser ignited gasoline-air mixture, hierarchical demand response controller, mathematical modeling of an EOQ for a multi-item inventory system, and integration and modeling of small-scale pumped storage with micro optimization model (HOMER). Aimed at graduate students and academic researchers in the fields of electrical engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, and civil engineering, this text: Discusses applied mathematical modeling techniques in renewable energy. Covers effective storage and generation of power through renewable energy generation sources. Provides real life applications and problems based on renewable energy. Covers new ways of applying mathematical techniques for applications in diverse areas of science and engineering.
Applied Mathematical Problems in Geophysics: Cetraro, Italy 2019 (Lecture Notes in Mathematics #2308)
by Massimo Chiappini Vincenzo VespriThis CIME Series book provides mathematical and simulation tools to help resolve environmental hazard and security-related issues.The contributions reflect five major topics identified by the SIES (Strategic Initiatives for the Environment and Security) as having significant societal impact: optimal control in waste management, in particular the degradation of organic waste by an aerobic biomass, by means of a mathematical model; recent developments in the mathematical analysis of subwave resonators; conservation laws in continuum mechanics, including an elaboration on the notion of weak solutions and issues related to entropy criteria; the applications of variational methods to 1-dimensional boundary value problems, in particular to light ray-tracing in ionospheric physics; and the mathematical modelling of potential electromagnetic co-seismic events associated to large earthquakes.This material will provide a sound foundation for those who intend to approach similar problems from a multidisciplinary perspective.
Applied Mathematics: Data Compression, Spectral Methods, Fourier Analysis, Wavelets, and Applications (Mathematics Textbooks for Science and Engineering #2)
by Charles K. Chui Qingtang JiangThis textbook, apart from introducing the basic aspects of applied mathematics, focuses on recent topics such as information data manipulation, information coding, data approximation, data dimensionality reduction, data compression, time-frequency and time scale bases, image manipulation, and image noise removal. The methods treated in more detail include spectral representation and "frequency" of the data, providing valuable information for, e. g. data compression and noise removal. Furthermore, a special emphasis is also put on the concept of "wavelets" in connection with the "multi-scale" structure of data-sets. The presentation of the book is elementary and easily accessible, requiring only some knowledge of elementary linear algebra and calculus. All important concepts are illustrated with examples, and each section contains between 10 an 25 exercises. A teaching guide, depending on the level and discipline of instructions is included for classroom teaching and self-study.
Applied Mathematics: A Computational Approach
by João Luís de MirandaApplied Mathematics: A Computational Approach aims to provide a basic and self-contained introduction to Applied Mathematics within a computational environment. The book is aimed at practitioners and researchers interested in modeling real-world applications and verifying the results — guiding readers from the mathematical principles involved through to the completion of the practical, computational task.Features Provides a step-by-step guide to the basics of Applied Mathematics with complementary computational tools Suitable for applied researchers from a wide range of STEM fields Minimal pre-requisites beyond a strong grasp of calculus.
Applied Mathematics
by J. David LoganApplied Mathematics, Fourth Edition is a thoroughly updated and revised edition on the applications of modeling and analyzing natural, social, and technological processes. The book covers a wide range of key topics in mathematical methods and modeling and highlights the connections between mathematics and the applied and natural sciences. The Fourth Edition covers both standard and modern topics, including scaling and dimensional analysis; regular and singular perturbation; calculus of variations; Green's functions and integral equations; nonlinear wave propagation; and stability and bifurcation. The book provides extended coverage of mathematical biology, including biochemical kinetics, epidemiology, viral dynamics, and parasitic disease. In addition, the new edition features:Expanded coverage on orthogonality, boundary value problems, and distributions, all of which are motivated by solvability and eigenvalue problems in elementary linear algebra. Additional MATLAB® applications for computer algebra system calculations. Over 300 exercises and 100 illustrations that demonstrate important concepts. New examples of dimensional analysis and scaling along with new tables of dimensions and units for easy reference. Review material, theory, and examples of ordinary differential equations. New material on applications to quantum mechanics, chemical kinetics, and modeling diseases and viruses. Written at an accessible level for readers in a wide range of scientific fields, Applied Mathematics, Fourth Edition is an ideal text for introducing modern and advanced techniques of applied mathematics to upper-undergraduate and graduate-level students in mathematics, science, and engineering. The book is also a valuable reference for engineers and scientists in government and industry.
Applied Mathematics
by Pearson Custom PublishingApplied Mathematics shows students how mathematics arises naturally from everyday situations through hands-on, real-life activities and accompanying practice exercises. These activities help students make the connection between algebra, geometry, and statistics.
Applied Mathematics: Kolkata, India, February 2014 (Springer Proceedings in Mathematics & Statistics #146)
by Susmita Sarkar Uma Basu Soumen DeThe book is based on research presentations at the international conference, "Emerging Trends in Applied Mathematics: In the Memory of Sir Asutosh Mookerjee, S. N. Bose, M. N. Saha and N. R. Sen", held at the Department of Applied Mathematics, University of Calcutta, during 12-14 February 2014. It focuses on various emerging and challenging topics in the field of applied mathematics and theoretical physics. The book will be a valuable resource for postgraduate students at higher levels and researchers in applied mathematics and theoretical physics. Researchers presented a wide variety of themes in applied mathematics and theoretical physics--such as emergent periodicity in a field of chaos; Ricci flow equation and Poincare conjecture; Bose-Einstein condensation; geometry of local scale invariance and turbulence; statistical mechanics of human resource allocation: mathematical modelling of job-matching in labour markets; contact problem in elasticity; the Saha equation; computational fluid dynamics with applications in aerospace problems; an introduction to data assimilation, stochastic analysis and bounds on noise for Holling type-II model, graph theoretical invariants of chemical and biological systems; strongly correlated phases and quantum phase transitions of ultra cold bosons; and the mathematical modelling of breast cancer treatment.
Applied Mathematics and Computational Intelligence: ICAMCI-2020, Tripura, India, December 23–24 (Springer Proceedings in Mathematics & Statistics #413)
by Oscar Castillo Uttam Kumar Bera Dipak Kumar JanaThis book contains select papers presented at the International Conference on Applied Mathematics and Computational Intelligence (ICAMCI-2020), held at the National Institute of Technology Agartala, Tripura, India, from 19–20 March 2020. It discusses the most recent breakthroughs in intelligent techniques such as fuzzy logic, neural networks, optimization algorithms, and their application in the development of intelligent information systems by using applied mathematics. The book also explains how these systems will be used in domains such as intelligent control and robotics, pattern recognition, medical diagnosis, time series prediction, and complicated problems in optimization. The book publishes new developments and advances in various areas of type-3 fuzzy, intuitionistic fuzzy, computational mathematics, block chain, creak analysis, supply chain, soft computing, fuzzy systems, hybrid intelligent systems, thermos-elasticity, etc. The book is targeted to researchers, scientists, professors, and students of mathematics, computer science, applied science and engineering, interested in the theory and applications of intelligent systems in real-world applications. It provides young researchers and students with new directions for their future study by exchanging fresh thoughts and finding new problems.
Applied Mathematics and Computational Intelligence (Advances In Intelligent Systems And Computing #730)
by José M. Merigó Anna M. Gil-Lafuente Bal Kishan Dass Rajkumar VermaThis book gathers selected papers presented at the conference of the Forum for Interdisciplinary Mathematics (FIM), held at Palau Macaya, Barcelona, on 18 to 20 November, 2015. The event was co-organized by the University of Barcelona (Spain), the Spanish Royal Academy of Economic and Financial Sciences (Spain) and the Forum for Interdisciplinary Mathematics (India).
Applied Mathematics and Computational Mechanics for Smart Applications: Proceedings of AMMAI 2020 (Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies #217)
by Lakhmi C. Jain Margarita N. Favorskaya Ilia S. Nikitin Dmitry L. ReviznikovThis book presents best selected research papers presented at the Thirteenth International Conference on Applied Mathematics and Mechanics in the Aerospace Industry (AMMAI 2020), held from September 6 to September 13, 2020, at the Alushta Health and Educational Center (The Republic of Crimea). The book is dedicated to solving actual problems of applied mechanics using modern computer technology including smart paradigms. Physical and mathematical models, numerical methods, computational algorithms, and software complexes are discussed, which allow to carry out high-precision mathematical modeling in fluid, gas, and plasma mechanics, in general mechanics, deformable solid mechanics, in strength, destruction and safety of structures, etc. Technologies and software systems that provide effective solutions to the problems at various multi-scale levels are considered. Special attention is paid to the training of highly qualified specialists for the aviation and space industry. The book is recommended for specialists in the field of applied mathematics and mechanics, mathematical modeling, information technologies, and developers of modern applied software systems.
Applied Mathematics and Modeling for Chemical Engineers
by Duong D. Do James E. Maneval Richard G. RiceUnderstand the fundamentals of applied mathematics with this up-to-date introduction Applied mathematics is the use of mathematical concepts and methods in various applied or practical areas, including engineering, computer science, and more. As engineering science expands, the ability to work from mathematical principles to solve and understand equations has become an ever more critical component of engineering fields. New engineering processes and materials place ever-increasing mathematical demands on new generations of engineers, who are looking more and more to applied mathematics for an expanded toolkit. Applied Mathematics and Modeling for Chemical Engineers provides this toolkit in a comprehensive and easy-to-understand introduction. Combining classical analysis of modern mathematics with more modern applications, it offers everything required to assess and solve mathematical problems in chemical engineering. Now updated to reflect contemporary best practices and novel applications, this guide promises to situate readers in a 21st century chemical engineering field in which direct knowledge of mathematics is essential. Readers of the third edition of Applied Mathematics and Modeling for Chemical Engineers will also find: Detailed treatment of ordinary differential equations (ODEs) and partial differential equations (PDEs) and their solutions New material concerning approximate solution methods like perturbation techniques and elementary numerical solutions Two new chapters dealing with Linear Algebra and Applied StatisticsApplied Mathematics and Modeling for Chemical Engineers is ideal for graduate and advanced undergraduate students in chemical engineering and related fields, as well as instructors and researchers seeking a handy reference.
Applied Mathematics And Modeling For Chemical Engineers: Solutions Manual (Chemical Engineering Ser.)
by Duong D. Do Richard G. RiceThis Second Edition of the go-to reference combines the classical analysis and modern applications of applied mathematics for chemical engineers. The book introduces traditional techniques for solving ordinary differential equations (ODEs), adding new material on approximate solution methods such as perturbation techniques and elementary numerical solutions. It also includes analytical methods to deal with important classes of finite-difference equations. The last half discusses numerical solution techniques and partial differential equations (PDEs). The reader will then be equipped to apply mathematics in the formulation of problems in chemical engineering. Like the first edition, there are many examples provided as homework and worked examples.
Applied Mathematics and Modelling in Finance, Marketing and Economics (Studies in Computational Intelligence #1114)
by Said Melliani Oscar Castillo Abdelmajid El HajajiThis book offers a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in the field of applied mathematics as it relates to finance, marketing, and economics. It covers a range of topics including the effective utilization of applied mathematics and mathematical modeling in finance, economics, and marketing. Additionally, it explores the intersection between applied mathematics and practical applications in various scientific fields. The book targets a multidisciplinary audience, fostering the exchange of diverse ideas and showcasing the broad appeal of different subjects. It delves into recent developments in areas such as mathematical modeling in finance, mathematical modeling in marketing, the modeling of financial and economic fundamentals (e.g., interest rates, asset prices), market behavior modeling, modeling market imperfections, pricing financial derivative securities, hedging strategies, numerical methods, and financial engineering. The book features selected contributions presented at the first edition of the International Conference in Applied Mathematics to Finance, Marketing and Economics, which took place at the National School of Commerce and Management in El Jadida, Morocco, from November 26 to 27, 2020.
Applied Mathematics and Omics to Assess Crop Genetic Resources for Climate Change Adaptive Traits
by Abdallah Bari, Ardeshir B. Damania, Michael Mackay and Selvadurai DayanandanApplied Mathematics and Omics to Assess Crop Genetic Resources for Climate Change Adaptive Traits focuses on practical means and approaches to further the use of genetic resources for mitigating the effects of climate change and improving crop production. Genetic diversity in crop plants is being further explored to increase yield, disease resistance, and nutritional value by employing recent advances in mathematics and omics technologies to promote the adaptation of crops to changing climatic conditions. This book presents a broad view of biodiversity and genetic resources in agriculture and provides answers to some current problems. It also highlights ways to provide much-needed information to practitioners and innovators engaged in addressing the effects of global climate change on agriculture. The book is divided into sections that cover: The implications of climate change for drylands and farming communities The potential of genetic resources and biodiversity to adapt to and mitigate climate change effects Applications of mathematics and omics technologies Genomics and gene identification We are in the midst of significant changes in global climates, and its effects are already being felt throughout the world. The increasing frequency of droughts and heat waves has had negative impacts on agricultural production, especially in the drylands of the world. This book shares the collective knowledge of leading scientists and practitioners, giving readers a broader appreciation and heightened awareness of the stakes involved in improving and sustaining agricultural production systems in the face of climate change.
Applied Mathematics and Scientific Computing: International Conference on Advances in Mathematical Sciences, Vellore, India, December 2017 - Volume II (Trends in Mathematics)
by B. Rushi Kumar R. Sivaraj B. S. R. V. Prasad M. Nalliah A. Subramanyam Reddy<p>This volume is the first of two containing selected papers from the International Conference on Advances in Mathematical Sciences (ICAMS), held at the Vellore Institute of Technology in December 2017. This meeting brought together researchers from around the world to share their work, with the aim of promoting collaboration as a means of solving various problems in modern science and engineering. The authors of each chapter present a research problem, techniques suitable for solving it, and a discussion of the results obtained. These volumes will be of interest to both theoretical- and application-oriented individuals in academia and industry. <p>Papers in Volume I are dedicated to active and open areas of research in algebra, analysis, operations research, and statistics, and those of Volume II consider differential equations, fluid mechanics, and graph theory. </p>
Applied Mathematics for Engineers and Physicists: Third Edition (Dover Books on Mathematics)
by Dr Lawrence R. Harvill Prof. Louis A. PipesOne of the most widely used reference books on applied mathematics for a generation, distributed in multiple languages throughout the world, this text is geared toward use with a one-year advanced course in applied mathematics for engineering students. The treatment assumes a solid background in the theory of complex variables and a familiarity with complex numbers, but it includes a brief review. Chapters are as self-contained as possible, offering instructors flexibility in designing their own courses. The first eight chapters explore the analysis of lumped parameter systems. Succeeding topics include distributed parameter systems and important areas of applied mathematics. Each chapter features extensive references for further study as well as challenging problem sets. Answers and hints to select problem sets are included in an Appendix. This edition includes a new Preface by Dr. Lawrence R. Harvill.