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Modelling for Field Biologists and Other Interesting People - Softcover

Kokko, Hanna

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9780521538565: Modelling for Field Biologists and Other Interesting People
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0521538564 ISBN 13: 9780521538565
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2007

Synopsis

Students of evolutionary and behavioural ecology are often unfamiliar with mathematical techniques, though much of biology relies on mathematics. Evolutionary ideas are often complex, meaning that the logic of hypotheses proposed should not only be tested empirically but also mathematically. There are numerous different modelling tools used by ecologists, ranging from population genetic 'bookkeeping', to game theory and individual-based computer simulations. Due to the many different modelling options available, it is often difficult to know where to start. Hanna Kokko has designed this 2007 book to help with these decisions. Each method described is illustrated with one or two biologically interesting examples that have been chosen to help overcome fears of many biologists when faced with mathematical work, whilst also providing the programming code (Matlab) for each problem. Aimed primarily at students of evolutionary and behavioural ecology, this book will be of interest to any biologist interested in mathematical modelling.

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About the Author

Hanna Kokko is a professor in the Department of Biological and Environmental Science at the University of Helsinki.

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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication date
2007
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0521538564
ISBN 13 
9780521538565
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
244
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  • 3.96 out of 5 stars
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