Mathematics and Computation

A Theory Revolutionizing Technology and Science

Avi Wigderson

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Princeton University Pres
06 January 2020

Mathematics & Sciences; Mathematics; Mathematical theory of computation

An introduction to computational complexity theory, its connections and interactions with mathematics, and its central role in the natural and social sciences, technology, and philosophy

Mathematics and Computation provides a broad, conceptual overview of computational complexity theory-the mathematical study of efficient computation. With impor

By: Avi Wigderson
Imprint: Princeton University Pres
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 178mm,
ISBN: 9780691189130
ISBN 10: 0691189137
Pages: 440
Publication Date: 06 January 2020
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Avi Wigderson is the Herbert H. Maass Professor in the School of Mathematics at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey.

Reviews for Mathematics and Computation: A Theory Revolutionizing Technology and Science

This is a remarkable book. It surveys the entire current scope of theoretical computer science, in a way only Avi Wigderson, our field's consummate generalist, could do. It also sets out Wigderson's vision for the future and his sociological thoughts about theoretical computer science and its interactions with neighboring fields. I recommend it to anyone looking for a panoramic view of the subject. --Scott Aaronson, University of Texas, Austin A beautiful panoramic view of theoretical computer science, by a giant in the field. A must-read. --Ryan O'Donnell, Carnegie Mellon University Mathematics and Computation presents a panoramic view of the theory of computation, starting from its origins in the 1930s to modern directions and developments, with an emphasis on the latter. With impressive breadth and depth, this book covers an amazing amount of ground. --Mark Braverman, Princeton University This wonderful exposition of modern complexity theory distills complex arguments down to their main insights, and deftly explains the interconnections between entire subfields. This book will have a major impact on the way we teach complexity theory, and the way that graduate students in the field learn it. --Ankur Moitra, Massachusetts Institute of Technology