An Introduction to Continuous-Time Stochastic Processes: Theory, Models, and Applications to Finance, Biology, and Medicine (Modeling and Simulation in Science, Engineering and Technology)

Capasso, Vincenzo; Bakstein, David

ISBN 10: 0817632344 / ISBN 13: 9780817632342

Published by Birkhäuser Boston, 2004

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• Title: An Introduction to Continuous-Time Stochastic Processes: Theory, Models, and Applications to Finance, Biology, and Medicine (Modeling and Simulation in Science, Engineering and Technology)
• Publisher: Birkhäuser Boston
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0817632344
• ISBN 13: 9780817632342
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: As New
• Dimensions: 2.54W x 16.51H x 24.13D centimeters 2.54 centimeters width by 16.51 centimeters height by 24.13 centimeters depth
• Weight: 680 grams

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This concisely written book is a rigorous and self-contained introduction to the theory of continuous-time stochastic processes.  Balancing theory and applications, the authors use stochastic methods and concrete examples to model real-world problems from engineering, biomathematics, biotechnology, and finance. Suitable as a textbook for graduate or advanced undergraduate courses, the work may also be used for self-study or as a reference. The book will be of interest to students, pure and applied mathematicians, and researchers or practitioners in mathematical finance, biomathematics, physics, and engineering.

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This concisely written book is a rigorous and self-contained introduction to the theory of continuous-time stochastic processes. A balance of theory and applications, the work features concrete examples of modeling real-world problems from biology, medicine, industrial applications, finance, and insurance using stochastic methods. No previous knowledge of stochastic processes is required. Key topics covered include: * Interacting particles and agent-based models: from polymers to ants * Population dynamics: from birth and death processes to epidemics * Financial market models: the non-arbitrage principle * Contingent claim valuation models: the risk-neutral valuation theory * Risk analysis in insurance An Introduction to Continuous-Time Stochastic Processes will be of interest to a broad audience of students, pure and applied mathematicians, and researchers or practitioners in mathematical finance, biomathematics, biotechnology, and engineering. Suitable as a textbook for graduate or advanced undergraduate courses, the work may also be used for self-study or as a reference. Prerequisites include knowledge of calculus and some analysis; exposure to probability would be helpful but not required since the necessary fundamentals of measure and integration are provided.