The Nature of Mathematical Modeling
In 'The Nature of Mathematical Modeling', Neil A. Gershenfeld explores the intertwining of mathematics and real-world phenomena. He unveils how mathematical models serve as powerful tools for understanding and predicting complex systems in various fields. Through captivating examples, Gershenfeld illustrates the dynamic process of modeling—from conception to execution. Readers are invited to ponder the implications of these models on technology, science, and everyday life. This thought-provoking journey tempts readers to reconsider the way they view both math and the world around them.
By Neil A. Gershenfeld
Published: 1999
"Mathematics is not just a tool for describing the universe; it is a language through which we interpret the very fabric of reality itself."
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This is a book about the nature of mathematical modeling, and about the kinds of techniques that are useful for modeling. The text is in four sections. The first covers exact and approximate analytical techniques; the second, numerical methods; the third, model inference based on observations; and the last, the special role of time in modeling. Each of the topics in the book would be the worthy subject of a dedicated text, but only by presenting the material in this way is it possible to make so much material accessible to so many people. Each chapter presents a concise summary of the core results in an area. The text is complemented by extensive worked problems.
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Neil A. Gershenfeld
Neil A. Gershenfeld is a renowned physicist, author, and educator best known for his work in the field of digital fabrication and the intersection of technology and the arts. He is the director of the MIT Center for Bits and Atoms, where he explores the integration of physical and digital making. Gershenfeld's notable works include "Fab: The Coming Revolution on Your Desktop—From Personal Computers to Personal Fabrication," which highlights the future of digital fabrication, and "How to Make Almost Anything: The Digital Fabrication Revolution," which delves into the DIY culture of creating with technology. His writing style is characterized by its accessibility and engaging narrative, making complex scientific concepts understandable to a broad audience. Gershenfeld's contributions extend beyond academia, as he advocates for the democratization of technology, empowering individuals to innovate and create.
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- Authors
- Neil A. Gershenfeld
- Published
- January 1999
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- ISBN
- 0521570956
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 268
- Genres
- Science and NatureScientific DiscoveriesTechnologyEmerging Technologies
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“Mathematics is not just a tool for describing the universe; it is a language through which we interpret the very fabric of reality itself.”
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