Handbook of Dynamics and Probability

Peter Müller

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Springer Nature Switzerland AG
21 November 2022

Mathematics; Applied mathematics; Earth Sciences, Geography, Environment & Planning; Earth sciences; Meteorology & climatology

Our time is characterized by an explosive growth in the use of ever more complicated and sophisticated (computer) models. These models rely on dynamical systems theory for the interpretation of their results and on probability theory for the quantification of their uncertainties. A conscientious and intelligent use of these models requires that both these theories are properly understood.

This book is to provide such understanding. It gives a unifying treatment of dynamical systems theory and probability theory. It covers the basic concepts and statements of these theories, their interrelations, and their applications to scientific reasoning and physics. The book stresses the underlying concepts and mathematical structures but is written in a simple and illuminating manner without sacrificing too much mathematical rigor.

The book is aimed at students, post-docs, and researchers in the applied sciences who aspire to better understand the conceptual and mathematical underpinnings of the models that they use. Despite the peculiarities of any applied science, dynamics and probability are the common and indispensable tools in any modeling effort. The book is self-contained, with many technical aspects covered in appendices, but does require some basic knowledge in analysis, linear algebra, and physics.

Peter Müller, now a professor emeritus at the University of Hawaii, has worked extensively on ocean and climate models and the foundations of complex system theories.

By: Peter Müller
Imprint: Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Country of Publication: Switzerland
Edition: 2022 ed.
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 155mm,
Weight: 848g
ISBN: 9783030884888
ISBN 10: 3030884880
Pages: 543
Publication Date: 21 November 2022
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Peter Müller studied physics and mathematics at the University of Hamburg. He received his Diplom degree (Physics) in 1970 , his Ph.D. (Geophysics) in 1974, and his habilitation (Geophysics) in 1981. He worked at Harvard University as a research associate before moving to the University of Hawaii in 1982, where he was a professor of Oceanography in the School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology until his retirement in 2013. He is now a professor emeritus. His research interests cover a broad range of topics in oceanography and climate research, especially wave dynamics, stochastic (climate) models, and foundations of complex system theories. He has published two books and numerous articles. Peter Müller was the organizer of the 'Aha Huliko'a Hawaiian Winter Workshop series and for ten years the chief editor of the Journal of Physical Oceanography..

Reviews for Handbook of Dynamics and Probability

“A handbook of critically important mathematical concepts with broad utility in the applied and social sciences as well as pure sciences. Due to its applicability to a variety of disciplines this volume will likely see use in a wide array of academic institutions.” (Ninah Moore, RUSA Update, rusaupdate.org, January 29, 2023) “This book emphasizes the conceptual and foundational aspects of dynamics and probability. It tries to present these aspects as simply as possible without losing too much mathematical rigor. Some required mathematics is summarized in appendices, which is to provide quick access to a perhaps forgotten definition or theorem … .” (N. N. Ganikhodjaev, Mathematical Reviews, November, 2022)