{"product_id":"computational-methods-in-physics-chemistry-and-biology-isbn-9780471495628","title":"Computational Methods in Physics, Chemistry and Biology","description":"Providing an accessible introduction to a range of modern computational techniques, this book is perfect for anyone with only a limited knowledge of physics. It leads readers through a series of examples, problems, and practical-based tasks covering the basics to more complex ideas and techniques. The focus is placed on the dynamic area\u003cbr\u003e of modern physics, helping readers understand the power and uses of computational physics.\u003cbr\u003e * Leads the reader from a basic introduction to more sophisticated techniques\u003cbr\u003e * Provides the skill-building exercises necessary to tackle more complex problems\u003cbr\u003e * Applies essential techniques to a wide range of key problemsEine gut verständliche Einführung in moderne naturwissenschaftliche Rechenmethoden! Nur geringe physikalische Vorkenntnisse voraussetzend, vermittelt der Autor Grundlagen und komplexere Ansätze anhand vieler Beispiele und ausgesprochen praxisnaher Übungsaufgaben. Besprochen werden alle Rechenmethoden, die im Grundstudium erlernt werden sollen, hinsichtlich ihrer Leistungsfähigkeit und ihrer Anwendungsgebiete. Preface.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Acknowledgments.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e About the Author.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e About the Book.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Introduction.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Numerical Solutions to Schrödinger's Equation.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Approximate Methods.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Matrix Methods.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Deterministic Simulations.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Stochastic Simulations.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Percolation Theory.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Evolutionary Methods.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Molecular Dynamics.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Appendix A: FORTRAN Implementation of the Shooting Method.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Appendix B: ² in Spherical Polar Coordinates.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Appendix C: A Comment on the Computer Sourcecodes.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Appendix D: Note for Tutors.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e References.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Index.  \"? Dieses Buch mit seinem klar eingegrenzten Themenspektrum ist ausgezeichnet - gut lesbar und informativ zugleich!\" Chemistry in Britain \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaul Harrison\u003c\/strong\u003e is with the University Department of Psychiatry at Warneford Hospital in Oxford, UK.  Computational Methods in Physics, Chemistry ahd Biology offers an accessible introducton to key computational techniques used within science, including quantum mechanics, dynamics, evolutionary methods and molecular dynamics. Assuming only a limited background in computational methods, this book provides the reader with a series of comprehensive examples, problems and practical-based tasks from the basics through to more complex ideas and techniques.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Beginning with an introduction to a numerical solution of Schrö dinger's Equation the text moves on to discuss pertubation theory, variational calculations, diffusion, dynamics, Monte Carlo simulations and genetic algorithms. Aimed at those new to the field, the book will enable the reader to develop and implement computational methods for the solutions of a range of problems in science.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Features:\u003cbr\u003e * An accessible introduction covering a range of essential techniques applicable to key problems\u003cbr\u003e * Numerous examples, problems and practical-based exercises.\u003cbr\u003e * A supplementary website including solutions\u003cbr\u003e This is essential reading for undergraudates taking courses in computational physics, or numerical methods. Also useful to students studying engineering, applied mathematics, computational chemistry and mathematical biology.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47988966752485,"sku":"NP9780471495628","price":263.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780471495628.jpg?v=1761782243","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/computational-methods-in-physics-chemistry-and-biology-isbn-9780471495628","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}