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Quantile regression is gradually emerging as a unified statistical methodology for estimating models of conditional quantile functions. This monograph is the first comprehensive treatment of the subject, encompassing models that are linear and... Zobraziť viac
This undergraduate textbook describes the computational aspects of number theory, such as techniques of factoring. Problems of varying difficulty are used throughout the text to aid comprehension. Zobraziť viac
This book is aimed at helping researchers to understand the commercial potential of their technology. It will help to bridge the communication gap and familiarise the reader with the plethora of functions, skills and processes that commercialisation... Zobraziť viac
Innovation is a key factor not just in the Research and Design process, but in policy, institutions, and society. This research handbook is unique in examining research findings and new theoretical models relating to innovation at a number of analytic... Zobraziť viac
Mehr als 10 Millionen Nutzer in 90 Ländern und eine Million Auktionen täglich - das ist eBay, das weltweit größte Online-Handelsunternehmen. Aufmerksame Manager und Unternehmer erkennen, wie sehr dieses Unternehmen die Geschäftswelt beeinflußt hat mit... Zobraziť viac
With a Preface by noted satellite scientist Dr. Ahmad Ghais, the Second Edition reflects the expanded user base for this technology by updating information on historic, current, and planned commercial and military satellite systems and by expanding... Zobraziť viac
The history of the heart of the high-tech world... Zobraziť viac
The Third Edition of this successful textbook introduces students to the major concepts, models, and approaches surrounding the public sector. Now fully updated to include coverage of the New Public Management (NPM), The Public Sector is the most... Zobraziť viac
This book explains how to deliver video, audio, and other data over Cognitive Radio Networks (CRNs). Covering advanced algorithms, protocols, and hardware-/software-based experiments, the book describes how to encode the video in a prioritized way in... Zobraziť viac
When Did I Begin? investigates the theoretical, moral and biological issues surrounding the debate over the beginning of human life. Zobraziť viac
A thorough and comprehensive guide to the theoretical, practical, and methodological approaches used in survey experiments across disciplines such as political science, health sciences, sociology, economics, psychology, and marketing... Zobraziť viac
This new book examines UK private military companies and their role on the international stage. It traces their origins, development and place in today's complex world. Finally, the book looks at the type of problems and advantages that can arise for... Zobraziť viac
Almost all work in ecology or conservation requires a census of the population. In this book, experts from around the world describe the practical methods for carrying out a census. The book includes the underlying theory and the practical details for... Zobraziť viac
The book covers the lectures from descriptive (constructive) geometry, as is taught at the faculty of Civil Engineering... Zobraziť viac
First single-authored book on carbon nanotubes, one of the most exciting areas in materials chemistry. Zobraziť viac
Tourism has been identified as one of the few potential growth sectors in the mature economies. This volume provides a detailed study of the industry and of its contribution to economic development in Europe. This diverse region offers a wide range of... Zobraziť viac
This book introduces current managerial approaches to energy production and energy use. The volume analyses how to manage technological developments that contribute to lowering the price of energy production and also focuses on the impact renewable... Zobraziť viac
This short, straightforwardly written book will help scientists to present their results effectively. Zobraziť viac
G. J. Whitrow (1912-2000) begins this classic exploration of the nature of time with a story about a Russian poet, visiting London before the First World War. The poet's English was not too good and when he asked a man in the street, 'Please, what is... Zobraziť viac
