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Physics and Probability

Physics and Probability Mathematics

Physics and Probability

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The pioneering work of Edwin T. Jaynes in the field of statistical physics, quantum optics, and probability theory has had a significant and lasting effect on the study of many physical problems, ranging from fundamental theoretical questions through to practical applications such as optical image restoration. Physics and Probability is a collection of papers in these areas by some of his many colleagues and former students, based largely on lectures given at a symposium celebrating Jaynes' contributions, on the occasion of his seventieth birthday and retirement as Wayman Crow Professor of Physics at Washington University. The collection contains several authoritative overviews of current research on maximum entropy and quantum optics, where Jaynes' work has been particularly influential, as well as reports on a number of related topics. In the concluding paper, Jaynes looks back over his career, and gives encouragement and sound advice to young scientists. All those engaged in research on any of the topics discussed in these papers will find this a useful and fascinating collection, and a fitting tribute to an outstanding and innovative scientist.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
296
Release Date:
2008-08-21
Publication Date:
2004-10-26
Publisher:
Cambridge University Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0521617103
ISBN13:
9780521617109
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[email protected]
Weight:
577 g
Height:
189 cm
Width:
246 cm
Thickness:
17 cm
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