Computation for Humanity: Information Technology to Advance Society Contributor(s): Zander, Justyna (Editor), Mosterman, Pieter J. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1439883270 ISBN-13: 9781439883273 Publisher: CRC Press OUR PRICE: $237.50 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2013 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Mathematics - Technology & Engineering | Electronics - General - Computers | Software Development & Engineering - Systems Analysis & Design |
Dewey: 303.483 |
LCCN: 2013017594 |
Series: Computational Analysis, Synthesis, and Design of Dynamic Models |
Physical Information: 1.2" H x 6.2" W x 9.3" (2.20 lbs) 520 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The exponential progress and accessibility of computing has vastly increased data flows and revolutionized the practice of science, engineering, and communication. Computing plays a critical role in advancing research across almost every scientific discipline. Computation for Humanity: Information Technology to Advance Society is a guide for the creation of services, products, and tools that facilitate, support, and enhance progress of humanity toward more sustainable life. This book:
The editors provide a collection of numerous computation-related projects that form a foundation from which to cross-pollinate between different disciplines and further extensive collaboration. They present a clear and profound understanding of computing in today's world, and provide fundamental solutions to some of the most pertinent humanity-related problems. |