by S.N. Sivanandam, S.N. Deepa (2007)
"This book is designed to provide an in-depth knowledge on the basic operational features and characteristics of Genetic Algorithms. The various operators and techniques given in the book are pertinent to carry out Genetic Algorithm Research Projects. The book also explores the different types are Genetic Algorithms available with their importance. Implementation of Genetic Algorithm concept has been performed using the universal language C/C++ and the discussion also extends to Genetic Algorithm MATLAB Toolbox. Few Genetic Algorithm problems are programmed using MATLAB and the simulated results are given for the ready reference of the reader. The applications of Genetic Algorithms in Machine learning, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Data Mining, Image Processing, and VLSI are dealt to make the readers understand where the concept can be applied."--Jacket.
Mark Lynas
A well documented summary of studies relating to the effects of climate change. The chapters are organized by the effects on people, the economy,and the climate for every additional degree of temperature increase. The book is written for an educated layman and is quite interesting. Over half of the book is dedicated to an extensive bibliography which is very thorough and useful for further research.
Frederick K. Lutgens, Edward J. Tarbuck
For Introduction to Meteorology, Introduction to Weather and Climate, and Introduction to the Atmosphere courses in the departments of Geography, Physical Sciences, Meteorology, Earth Sciences, Geology, and Physics.
Dr. Miranda MacQuitty
Explores the diversity of life in the sea, including predators and prey, the coral reef, and life in the twilight zone of the ocean, with information on products of the ocean, ocean explorers, and preservation of this natural resource. Discover the vast waters that cover the Earth's surface, the sunlit shallows to the mysterious depths, and amazing ocean wildlife.
Helen Orme
In Orangutans in Danger, young readers will follow orangutans living in the rain forests as they learn about their natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, lifecycle, and behavior. Yet environmentalists warn that orangutans may be extinct within 10 years. Can the orangutans be saved? Produced in association with conservation experts, Orangutans in Danger details efforts to reverse the threat to our wildlife, and even suggests how children can help. Full-color wildlife photographs, habitat map, and hi-lo text encourage children to become wildlife advocates. Orangutans in Danger is part of Bearport's Wildlife Survival series.