A Practical Guide to Ecological Modelling Using R as a Simulation Platform /

Many texts on ecological models jump to describing either particular relations or computational results, without treating in detail the conceptual and mathematical basis of many steps in modelling: why set up models, what are basic conceptual models, how do conservation laws come in, how are models...

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Authors: Soetaert, Karline (Author), Herman, Peter M. J. (Author)
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Dordrecht : Springer Netherlands : Imprint: Springer, 2009.
Edition:1st ed. 2009.
Subjects:
Applied ecology.
Ecology .
Computer simulation.
Environmental monitoring.
Biogeography.
Applied Ecology.
Ecology.
Computer Modelling.
Environmental Monitoring.
Biogeosciences.
Online Access:Texto Completo
Table of Contents:
  • Model Formulation
  • Spatial Components and Transport
  • Parameterization
  • Model Solution - Analytical Methods
  • Model Solution -Numerical Methods
  • Stability and Steady-State
  • Multiple Time Scales and Equilibrium Processes
  • Discrete Time Models
  • Dynamic Programming
  • Testing and Validating the Model
  • Further Reading and References.

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