Bayesian Approach to Global Optimization: Theory and Applications Softcover Repri Edition Contributor(s): Mockus, Jonas (Author) |
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ISBN: 9401068984 ISBN-13: 9789401068987 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $151.99 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2011 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Mathematics | Probability & Statistics - General - Computers | Computer Science - Mathematics | Linear & Nonlinear Programming |
Dewey: 519 |
Series: Mathematics and Its Applications |
Physical Information: 0.57" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (0.85 lbs) 270 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
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