Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences, Volume 10: Preference Mapping to Recovery of Interblock Information

Samuel Kotz; N. Balakrishnan; Campbell B. Read; Brani Vidakovic

ISBN 10: 0471743720 / ISBN 13: 9780471743729

Published by Wiley-Interscience, 2012

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Oversized hardcover, second edition, 2012 reprint, xiii + pages 6391-7008, NOT ex-library. Weight 1270g. Interior is clean and bright throughout with unmarked text and firm binding, free of inscriptions and stamps. Sturdy boards in good condition, with signs of handling wear (scratches, faint shelfworn marks, small indentations, a black mark on the front panel). Publisher's ISBN sticker on the rear board. Issued without a dust jacket. -- Part of a comprehensive reference series that provides an extensive overview of statistical methodologies, theories, and applications across various fields, this volume continues the tradition of delivering in-depth and authoritative content on advanced statistical topics. Key Features: - Comprehensive Coverage (volume 10 delves into specialized and emerging areas of statistical science, ensuring that readers have access to up-to-date and detailed information); - Expert Contributions (articles and entries are authored by leading statisticians and scholars, providing insights and perspectives from experts in the field); - Multidisciplinary Applications (the encyclopedia covers statistical applications in diverse areas such as biology, engineering, social sciences, medicine, and economics); - Methodological Focus (emphasizes both classical and modern statistical techniques, offering theoretical foundations as well as practical implementations); - User-Friendly Format (structured in an easy-to-navigate format, the encyclopedia allows for quick reference and efficient information retrieval; - Theoretical Developments (discussions on the latest theoretical advancements in statistics and their implications for research and practice); - Applied Statistics (case studies and examples illustrating the application of statistical methods to real-world problems); - Statistical Computing (insights into computational techniques and software tools that facilitate complex statistical analyses); - Historical and Biographical Entries (background on key figures in the development of statistical science and historical context for major statistical breakthroughs); - Target Audience (this volume is an invaluable resource for statisticians, researchers, academics, and professionals who require a thorough understanding of advanced statistical concepts and methods; it is also suitable for students in graduate-level statistics courses seeking a comprehensive reference work); - Editorial Excellence (the editorial team, consisting of esteemed statisticians and academics, ensures the high quality and reliability of the content; their expertise guarantees that the encyclopedia remains a critical resource in the field of statistics). The "Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences, Volume 10" is essential for anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge of statistical science and its multifaceted applications.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences, Volume 10: Preference Mapping to Recovery of Interblock Information
• Publisher: Wiley-Interscience
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0471743720
• ISBN 13: 9780471743729
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Countless professionals and students who use statistics in their work rely on the multi-volume Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences as a superior and unique source of information on statistical theory, methods, and applications. This new edition (available in both print and on-line versions) is designed to bring the encyclopedia in line with the latest topics and advances made in statistical science over the past decade--in areas such as computer-intensive statistical methodology, genetics, medicine, the environment, and other applications.

Written by over 600 world-renowned experts (including the editors), the entries are self-contained and easily understood by readers with a limited statistical background. With the publication of this second edition in 16 printed volumes, the Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences retains its position as a cutting-edge reference of choice for those working in statistics, biostatistics, quality control, economics, sociology, engineering, probability theory, computer science, biomedicine, psychology, and many other areas.

About the Author

Samuel Kotz (Ph.D. Cornell University, 1960) is Visiting Professor of Operations Research and Statistics at The George Washington University. He is the senior Co-Editor-in-Chief of the 13-volume Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences (1982-1999) and author or co-author of over 300 books and articles on statistical methodology and theory. He is an honorary fellow of the Washington Academy of Sciences.

Campbell B. Read (Ph.D. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1969) is Professor Emeritus of Statistical Science at Southern Methodist University. He is a junior Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences and author or co-author of over 150 books and articles. He is a member of over a half dozen professional societies.

N. Balakrishnan (Ph.D. Indian Institute of Technology, 1982) is Professor of Statistics in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at McMaster University. He holds numerous honors, awards, and editorial positions in the field of statistics. He has published more than 50 books on various subjects in the discipline. He is an avid traveler.

Brani Vadakovic (Ph.D. Purdue University, 1992) is Associate Professor in the School of Industrial and Systems Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology where he concentrates most of his time in the study and analysis of wavelets. He received the I.W. Burr Award for excellence in teaching, consulting, and research at Purdue University in 1992.