Modeling the Dynamics of Life: Calculus and Probability for Life Scientists (with iLrnâ ¢ Testing) (Available Titles CengageNOW)

Adler, Frederick R.

ISBN 10: 0534404863 / ISBN 13: 9780534404864

Published by Brooks Cole (edition 2), 2004

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Modeling the Dynamics of Life: Calculus and Probability for Life Scientists (with iLrnâ ¢ Testing) (Available Titles CengageNOW)
• Publisher: Brooks Cole (edition 2)
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0534404863
• ISBN 13: 9780534404864
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 2.
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

Understand the role of mathematics in biology with MODELING THE DYNAMICS OF LIFE: CALCULUS AND PROBABILITY FOR LIFE SCIENTISTS with accompanying technology! Designed to demonstrate the importance of mathematics in breakthroughs in epidemiology, genetics, statistics, physiology, and other biological areas, this mathematics text provides you with the tools you need to succeed. The accompanying iLrn testing makes studying easy by allowing you to work with real math notation in real time and providing instant analysis and feedback. Modeling problems, review problems, and over 100 graphing calculator or computer exercises help you visualize and conceptualize key concepts.

About the Author

After graduating from Harvard University with a B.A. in Mathematics, Fred Adler received his Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics at Cornell University, where he began his study of mathematical biology. Currently a professor in the departments of mathematics and biology at the University of Utah, he teaches courses in mathematical modeling with a wide range of backgrounds. Prof. Adler's research focuses on mathematical ecology, with emphases in mathematical epidemiology, evolutionary ecology, and community ecology.