Overview
Population biology has been investigated quantitatively for many decades, resulting in a rich body of scientific literature. Ecologists often avoid this literature, put off by its apparently formidable mathematics. This textbook provides an introduction to the biology and ecology of populations by emphasizing the roles of simple mathematical models in explaining the growth and behavior of populations. The author only assumes acquaintance with elementary calculus, and provides tutorial explanations where needed to develop mathematical concepts. Examples, problems, extensive marginal notes and numerous graphs enhance the book's value to students in classes ranging from population biology and population ecology to mathematical biology and mathematical ecology. The book will also be useful as a supplement to introductory courses in ecology.
Full Product Details
Author: Alan Hastings ,
Alan Hastings
Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Imprint: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Edition: 1997. Corr. 2nd Printing ed.
Dimensions:
Width: 17.80cm
, Height: 1.30cm
, Length: 25.40cm
Weight: 0.632kg
ISBN: 9780387948539
ISBN 10: 0387948538
Pages: 220
Publication Date: 13 December 1996
Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
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Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Replaced By: 9780387988528
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Out of print, replaced by POD
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Reviews
This is the text of choice for mathematical population biology. It is both authoritative and pedagogical. It is the text I have been waiting for. Simon Levin <br>.,. the biology and mathematics of ecology are completely integrated. The book is well written and should be part of every student's early training in ecology. R.F. Constantino
From the reviews This is the text of choice for mathematical population biology. It is both authoritative and pedagogical. It is the text I have been waiting for. Simon Levin ...the biology and mathematics of ecology are completely integrated. The book is well written and should be part of every student's early training in ecology. R.F. Constantino
From the reviews This is the text of choice for mathematical population biology. It is both authoritative and pedagogical. It is the text I have been waiting for. Simon Levin ...the biology and mathematics of ecology are completely integrated. The book is well written and should be part of every student's early training in ecology. R.F. Constantino
From the reviews “This is the text of choice for mathematical population biology. It is both authoritative and pedagogical. It is the text I have been waiting for.” Simon Levin “...the biology and mathematics of ecology are completely integrated. The book is well written and should be part of every student's early training in ecology.” R.F. Constantino
