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Mathematical modelling is an essential tool in present-day ecological research. Yet for many ecologists it is still problematic to apply modelling in their research. In our experience, the major problem is at the conceptual level: proper understanding of what a model is, how ecological relations can be translated consistently into mathematical equations, how models are solved, steady states calculated and interpreted. Many textbooks jump over these conceptual hurdles to dive into detailed formulations or the mathematics of solution. This book attempts to fill that gap. It introduces essential concepts for mathematical modelling, explains the mathematics behind the methods, and helps readers to implement models and obtain hands-on experience. Throughout the book, emphasis is laid on how to translate ecological questions into interpretable models in a practical way.
The book aims to be an introductory textbook at the undergraduate-graduate level, but will also be useful to seduce experienced ecologists into the world of modelling. The range of ecological models treated is wide, from Lotka-Volterra type of principle-seeking models to environmental or ecosystem models, and including matrix models, lattice models and sequential decision models. All chapters contain a concise introduction into the theory, worked-out examples and exercises. All examples are implemented in the open-source package R, thus taking away problems of software availability for use of the book. All code used in the book is available on a dedicated website.
The book aims to be an introductory textbook at the undergraduate-graduate level, but will also be useful to seduce experienced ecologists into the world of modelling. The range of ecological models treated is wide, from Lotka-Volterra type of principle-seeking models to environmental or ecosystem models, and including matrix models, lattice models and sequential decision models. All chapters contain a concise introduction into the theory, worked-out examples and exercises. All examples are implemented in the open-source package R, thus taking away problems of software availability for use of the book. All code used in the book is available on a dedicated website.
Mathematical modelling is an essential tool in present-day ecological research. Yet for many ecologists it is still problematic to apply modelling in their research. In our experience, the major problem is at the conceptual level: proper understanding of what a model is, how ecological relations can be translated consistently into mathematical equations, how models are solved, steady states calculated and interpreted. Many textbooks jump over these conceptual hurdles to dive into detailed formulations or the mathematics of solution. This book attempts to fill that gap. It introduces essential concepts for mathematical modelling, explains the mathematics behind the methods, and helps readers to implement models and obtain hands-on experience. Throughout the book, emphasis is laid on how to translate ecological questions into interpretable models in a practical way.
The book aims to be an introductory textbook at the undergraduate-graduate level, but will also be useful to seduce experienced ecologists into the world of modelling. The range of ecological models treated is wide, from Lotka-Volterra type of principle-seeking models to environmental or ecosystem models, and including matrix models, lattice models and sequential decision models. All chapters contain a concise introduction into the theory, worked-out examples and exercises. All examples are implemented in the open-source package R, thus taking away problems of software availability for use of the book. All code used in the book is available on a dedicated website.
The book aims to be an introductory textbook at the undergraduate-graduate level, but will also be useful to seduce experienced ecologists into the world of modelling. The range of ecological models treated is wide, from Lotka-Volterra type of principle-seeking models to environmental or ecosystem models, and including matrix models, lattice models and sequential decision models. All chapters contain a concise introduction into the theory, worked-out examples and exercises. All examples are implemented in the open-source package R, thus taking away problems of software availability for use of the book. All code used in the book is available on a dedicated website.
Zusammenfassung
Emphasis on the conceptual and mathematical basis of modelling
Coverage of a wide range of ecological models
Subjects illustrated in worked-out examples
Examples implemented in the freely available open-source package R
codes for examples and exercises available from the official R-website [...]
Includes supplementary material: [...]
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Preface
Chapter 1. Introduction
Chapter 2. Model Formulation
Chapter 3. Spatial Components and Transport
Chapter 4. Parameterisation
Chapter 5. Model Solution - Analytical Methods
Chapter 6. Model Solution -Numerical Methods
Chapter 7. Stability and Steady-State
Chapter 8. Multiple Time Scales and Equilibrium Processes
Chapter 9. Discrete Time Models
Chapter 10. Dynamic Programming
Chapter 11. Testing and Validating the Model
Chapter 12. Further Reading and References
Chapter 1. Introduction
Chapter 2. Model Formulation
Chapter 3. Spatial Components and Transport
Chapter 4. Parameterisation
Chapter 5. Model Solution - Analytical Methods
Chapter 6. Model Solution -Numerical Methods
Chapter 7. Stability and Steady-State
Chapter 8. Multiple Time Scales and Equilibrium Processes
Chapter 9. Discrete Time Models
Chapter 10. Dynamic Programming
Chapter 11. Testing and Validating the Model
Chapter 12. Further Reading and References
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: | 2010 |
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Fachbereich: | Ökologie |
Genre: | Biologie, Importe |
Rubrik: | Naturwissenschaften & Technik |
Medium: | Taschenbuch |
Inhalt: |
xv
372 S. 125 s/w Illustr. |
ISBN-13: | 9789048179367 |
ISBN-10: | 904817936X |
Sprache: | Englisch |
Einband: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
Autor: |
Herman, Peter M. J.
Soetaert, Karline |
Auflage: | Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st edition 2009 |
Hersteller: |
Springer Netherland
Springer Netherlands |
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: | Springer Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, D-69121 Heidelberg, juergen.hartmann@springer.com |
Maße: | 235 x 155 x 21 mm |
Von/Mit: | Peter M. J. Herman (u. a.) |
Erscheinungsdatum: | 19.10.2010 |
Gewicht: | 0,587 kg |