Practical Statistics for Astronomers (Cambridge Observing Handbooks for Research Astronomers, Series Number 3) - Hardcover

Wall, J. V.; Jenkins, C. R.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521454166 ISBN 13: 9780521454162

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2003

Synopsis

Presenting the most relevant statistical and probabilistic technology in observational astronomy, this practical handbook covers classical parametric and non-parametric methods. There is also, however, a strong emphasis on Bayesian solutions and the importance of probability in experimental inference. The book contains many solved examples, and includes over fifty problems, with solutions available on the web via http://books.cambridge.org/0521454166.htm.

About this title

Book Description:

This practical handbook presents the most relevant statistical and probabilistic machinery for use in observational astronomy. Classical parametric and non-parametric methods are covered, but there is a strong emphasis on Bayesian solutions and the importance of probability in experimental inference. The book contains many worked examples, and problems that make use of databases which are available on the Web. It is suitable for self-study at advanced undergraduate or graduate level, as a reference for professional astronomers, and as a textbook basis for courses in statistical methods in astronomy.

About the Author:

Jasper Wall is Professor of Astrophysics in the Department of Astrophysics, University of Oxford.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0521454166
• ISBN 13: 9780521454162
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 294