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Building Scientific Apparatus Fourth edition John H. Moore University of Maryland, College Park

Christopher C. Davis University of Maryland, College Park

and Michael A. Coplan University of Maryland, College Park

Unrivalled in its completeness, this guide to the design and construction of scientific apparatus is essential reading for all scientists and students in physical, chemical and biological sciences, and engineering. Detectors, low-temperature measurements, and high-pressure apparatus, updated engineering specifications, are all new to this edition. Contents: 1. Mechanical design and fabrication; 2. Working with glass; 3. Vacuum technology; 4. Optical systems; 5. Charged-particle optics; 6. Electronics; 7. Detectors; 8. Measurement and control of temperature; Index. 2009 234 x 213 mm 670pp 978-0-521-87858-6 Hardback c. £45.00 Publication May 2009

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A Student’s Guide to Maxwell’s Equations Daniel Fleisch

Introduction to Classical Mechanics With Problems and Solutions David Morin Harvard University, Massachusetts

This textbook covers all the standard introductory topics in classical mechanics, as well as exploring more advanced topics. With more than 250 problems with detailed solutions, and over 350 unworked exercises, this is an ideal supplementary text for all levels of undergraduate physics courses in classical mechanics. Contents: Preface; 1. Strategies for solving problems; 2. Statics; 3. Using F=ma; 4. Oscillations; 5. Conservation of energy and momentum; 6. The Lagrangian model; 7. Central forces; 8. Angular momentum, Part I (constant L); 9. Angular momentum, Part II (general L); 10. Accelerating frames of reference; 11. Relativity (kinematics); 12. Relativity (dynamics); 13. 4-vectors; 14. General relativity; Appendices; References; Index. 2008 246 x 189 mm 738pp 628 line figures 369 exercises 256 worked examples 978-0-521-87622-3 Hardback £38.00 eBook available

2006 247 x 174 mm 248pp 95 line figures 5 halftones 30 tables 35 exercises 978-0-521-84428-4 Hardback £45.00 978-0-521-60579-3 Paperback £22.99 eBook available

Wittenberg University, Ohio

Maxwell’s equations are four of the most influential equations in science. In this book, each equation is the subject of an entire chapter, making it a wonderful resource for undergraduate and graduate courses in electromagnetism and electromagnetics. Audio podcasts and solutions to the problems are available at www.cambridge.org/9780521701471. ‘Professor Fleisch is a great scientific communicator.’ electronicdesign.com

Contents: Preface; 1. Gauss’s law for electric fields; 2. Gauss’s law for magnetic fields; 3. Faraday’s law; 4. The AmpereMaxwell law; 5. From Maxwell’s equations to the wave equation; Appendix; Further Reading; Index. 2008 228 x 152 mm 144pp 32 line figures 31 halftones 39 exercises 978-0-521-87761-9 Hardback £40.00 978-0-521-70147-1 Paperback £14.99 eBook available

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An Introduction to Uncertainty in Measurement Using the GUM (Guide to the Expression of Uncertainty in Measurement) L. Kirkup University of Technology, Sydney

and R. B. Frenkel National Measurement Institute, Lindfield, Sydney

Guide to international guidelines for calculating and expressing uncertainty, for students and professionals in science/engineering. ‘… although it has plenty of equations and some discussions of complex issues, it is a remarkably readable text. I wish that the textbooks that I was required to buy at university were half as understandable. If you start at the beginning with a Granny Smith apple and a cup of tea, you will probably find that the cup is empty and the apple core brown before you put this book down … there is some maths … but if you are not mathsliterate and think there is nothing in them for you, you are wrong … I find that I can truthfully recommend this book to anyone with a serious interest in measurement and uncertainties, whether they are beginner or an old hand.’ Jeffrey Tapping

The New Physics For the Twenty-First Century Second edition Edited by Gordon Fraser

An accessible guide to the hottest topics in physics – written by leading international experts. ‘… it is written at a level that can be digested by eager undergraduates but will also be instructive to experienced physicists. It is lavishly produced and good value – several physicist colleagues have passed on unsolicited praise of the level of presentation. … The message of The New Physics for the Twenty-First Century is that the most fundamental problems remain elusive, but the magnificent tools that have been developed during the past decade have opened up new vistas on subjects once thought to be familiar.’ Physics World

Contents: Part I. Matter and the Universe; Part II. Quantum Matter; Part III. Quanta in Action; Part IV. Calculation and Computation; Part V. Science in Action. 2006 253 x 203 mm 556pp 287 line figures 46 halftones 978-0-521-81600-7 Hardback £33.00

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Laser Fundamentals Second edition William T. Silfvast University of Central Florida

An essential introduction to the principles of laser operation and design for graduates and researchers who are in the process of studying the subject or specialize in lasers. New material in this edition includes solid-state lasers, semiconductor lasers, and laser cavities. From reviews of the first edition: ‘Serve[s] as an excellent textbook for teaching advanced undergraduate and graduate students about lasers … present[s] all of the information needed for a basic understanding of lasers … Silfvast does an excellent job of presenting a well-organized and thoughtful book. The figures are exceptionally clear and informative, and the use of highlighting equations throughout is particularly useful … a useful text for the student as well as the practicing scientist or engineer …’ Jim Tatum, Optics & Photonics News

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Optics Contents: Part I. Fundamental Wave Properties of Light; Part II. Fundamental Quantum Properties of Light; Part III. Laser Amplifiers; Part IV. Laser Resonators; Part V. Specific Laser Systems; Part VI. Frequency Multiplication of Laser Beams. 2008 246 x 189 mm 666pp 63 tables 151 exercises 978-0-521-54105-3 Paperback £40.00

Classical Optics and its Applications Second edition Masud Mansuripur University of Arizona

• Now in color with 13 new chapters covering optical pulse compression, the Hanbury Brown-Twiss experiment, the Sagnac effect, Doppler shift and stellar aberration, and optics of semiconductor diode lasers

contains worked examples, and exercises are also included. Contents: 1. Light propagation; 2. Reflections and refractions at optical surfaces; 3. Image formation; 4. Mirrors and prisms; 5. Curved optical surfaces; 6. Thin lenses; 7. Thick lenses; 8. Mirrors; 9. Optical apertures; 10. Paraxial ray tracing; 11. Aberrations in optical systems; 12. Real ray tracing; Appendices; Index. 2008 247 x 174 mm 424pp 365 line figures 35 halftones 336 exercises 978-0-521-88746-5 Hardback £40.00 eBook available

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frequency domain; 5. Radiation from sources of different states of coherence; 6. Coherence effects in scattering; 7. Higherorder coherence effects; 8. Elementary theory of polarization of stochastic electromagnetic beams; 9. Unified theory of polarization and coherence; Appendices; Index. OSA/SPIE Joseph W. Goodman Book Writing Award 2008 – Winner 2007 247 x 174 mm 236pp 50 line figures 25 halftones 978-0-521-82211-4 Hardback £30.00

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University of Rochester, New York

Cambridge Illustrated Handbook of Optoelectronics and Photonics

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Principles of Nano-Optics Lukas Novotny

• Contains hundreds of computer simulations, allowing the reader to grasp the concepts through pictures rather than equations

Universität Basel, Switzerland

University of Saskatchewan, Canada

Comprehensive graduate textbook providing an overview of theoretical and experimental methods in nano-optics.

Harry Ruda

• Deals with fundamental concepts in classical optics and electromagnetism, before covering the operation of optical instruments and systems

Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. Theoretical foundations; 3. Propagation and focusing of optical fields; 4. Spatial resolution and position accuracy; 5. Nanoscale optical microscopy; 6. Near-field optical probes; 7. Probe-sample distance control; 8. Light emission and optical interaction in nanoscale environments; 9. Quantum emitters; 10. Dipole emission near planar interfaces; 11. Photonic crystals and resonators; 12. Surface plasmons; 13. Forces in confined fields; 14. Fluctuation-induced phenomena; 15. Theoretical methods in nano-optics; Appendices; Index.

‘Masud Mansuripur describes phenomena that we all know we should understand, even if our recollection is hazy … Forget photonics, it is classical optics that turns today’s optical inventions into real products and processes that benefit society … I thoroughly recommend this book to anyone in optics who is interested in doing something useful. Everyone will learn something, and refresh their memory on subjects that are fundamental to so many practical devices that use optics.’ Chris Dainty, Nature 2009 247 x 174 mm 650pp 30 halftones 978-0-521-88169-2 Hardback £45.00 Publication February 2009

Geometrical and Trigonometric Optics Eustace L. Dereniak University of Arizona

and Teresa D. Dereniak

Covering one of the most flourishing fields in physics, this is an ideal textbook for advanced undergraduate level courses in geometrical optics. It will also interest those wanting to learn its concepts and theories. Each chapter

2006 247 x 174 mm 558pp 175 line figures 70 halftones 75 exercises 978-0-521-83224-3 Hardback £45.00 eBook available

Introduction to the Theory of Coherence and Polarization of Light Emil Wolf University of Rochester, New York

A unified treatment of coherence theory and polarization for graduate students and researchers in physics and engineering. ‘A succinct and informal, yet precise, account of the theory of optical phenomena involving fluctuating fields, distilling a lifetime’s wisdom by a master of the subject.’ Michael Berry, Bristol University

Contents: Preface; 1. Elementary coherence phenomena; 2. Mathematical preliminaries; 3. Second-order coherence phenomena in the space-time domain; 4. Second-order coherence phenomenon in the space-

University of Toronto

and Yann Boucher Ecole National d’Ingénieurs de Brest (ENIB)

From fundamental concepts to cuttingedge applications, this is the first encyclopaedic reference of important terms and effects in optoelectronics and photonics. It contains broad coverage of terms and concepts from materials to optical devices and communications systems. Self-contained descriptions of common tools and phenomena are provided for undergraduate and graduate students, scientists, engineers and technicians in industry and laboratories. The book strikes a balance between materials and devices related coverage and systems level terms, and captures key nomenclature used in the field. Equations are used where necessary, and lengthy derivations are avoided. Over 600 clear and selfexplanatory illustrations are used to help convey key concepts, and enable readers to quickly grasp important concepts. 2009 246 x 189 mm 650pp 315 halftones 978-0-521-81596-3 Hardback c. £125.00 Publication April 2009

Fundamentals of Photonic Crystal Guiding Maksim Skorobogatiy Ecole Polytechnique, Montréal

and Jianke Yang University of Vermont

Presenting the field of photonic crystals using analytically solvable problems, this book provides a systematic, rigorous, and pedagogical introduction to this vibrant subject area. Including end-ofchapter problems, this accessible text is ideal for researchers and graduate

Optics / Condensed Matter Physics students studying photonic crystals in departments of electrical engineering, applied physics and mathematics. 2008 247 x 174 mm 280pp 4 halftones 978-0-521-51328-9 Hardback £60.00

High-Speed Electronics and Optoelectronics Devices and Circuits Sheila Prasad

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Multiwavelength Optical Networks Architectures, Design, and Control Second edition Thomas E. Stern Columbia University, New York

Georgios Ellinas University of Cyprus

Northeastern University, Boston

and Krishna Bala

Hermann Schumacher

Xtellus, New Jersey

Universität Ulm, Germany

This is the second edition of the acclaimed Multiwavelength Optical Networks, describing architectures, technologies, and tools for performance evaluation and optimization of modern optical networks, using a unique blend of modern enabling technologies, network architectures, and analysis. It is an invaluable resource for graduate and senior undergraduate students in electrical engineering, computer science, and applied physics, and for practitioners in the telecommunications industry.

and Anand Gopinath University of Minnesota

An authoritative account of electronic and optoelectronic devices, and, uniquely, their circuit applications too. The theory and applications of MESFETs, HEMTs, RF MOSFETs, BJTs, HBTs, LEDs, and lasers are explained. Plentiful real world examples are included, as are end of chapter problems. Ideal for graduate students, professionals, and researchers. Contents: Part I. Devices; Part II. Circuits. 2009 247 x 174 mm 496pp 8 halftones 19 tables 65 exercises 978-0-521-86283-7 Hardback c. £45.00 Publication March 2009

Light-Emitting Diodes Second edition E. Fred Schubert Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, New York

Revised second edition, dedicated to the technology and physics of LEDs. Suitable for scientists, engineers, and graduate students. 2006 247 x 174 mm 432pp 255 line figures 32 halftones 30 exercises 978-0-521-86538-8 Hardback £47.00 eBook available

Fiber Optical Parametric Amplifiers, Oscillators and Related Devices Michel E. Marhic Swansea University

First comprehensive book covering theory, techniques and practice of all types of fiber OPAs and related devices. 2007 247 x 174 mm 376pp 84 line figures 978-0-521-86102-1 Hardback £60.00

Contents: 1. The big picture; 2. The layered architecture and its resources; 3. Network connections; 4. Enabling technology; 5. Static multipoint networks; 6. Wavelength/waveband routed networks; 7. Logically routed networks; 8. Survivability: protection and restoration; 9. Optical control plane; 10. Optical packet switched networks; 11. Current trends in multiwavelength optical networking; Appendices: A. Graph theory; B. Fixed scheduling algorithm; C. Markov chains and queues; D. A limiting-cut heuristic; E. An algorithm for minimum-interference routing in linear lightwave networks; F. Synopsis of the SONET standard; G. A looping algorithm. 2009 253 x 177 mm 1008pp 978-0-521-88139-5 Hardback £50.00 Publication February 2009

Optoelectronic Devices Design, Modeling, and Simulation Xun Li McMaster University, Ontario

With a clear applications focus, this book explores optoelectronic device design and modeling through advanced numerical tools. Step-by-step practical design and simulation examples are included together with detailed numerical algorithms, providing readers with the numerical techniques to obtain solutions for their own structures. 2009 247 x 174 mm 368pp 3 halftones 978-0-521-87510-3 Hardback c. £65.00 Publication June 2009

Condensed Matter Physics Graduate Textbook

Advanced Condensed Matter Physics Len Sander University of Michigan

This text adopts a modern, unified approach to topics that are not often featured in other books on this subject. Favouring physical reasoning over complex mathematical formalism it is suitable for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in physics, chemistry and engineering. Contents: Preface; 1. The nature of condensed matter; 2. Order and disorder; 3. Crystals, scattering, and correlations; 4. Surfaces and crystal growth; 5. Classical and quantum waves; 6. The non-interacting electron model; 7. Dynamics of noninteracting electrons; 8. Dielectric and optical properties; 9. Electron interactions; 10. Superfluidity and superconductivity; References; Index. 2009 246 x 189 mm 288pp 55 halftones 77 exercises 978-0-521-87290-4 Hardback £40.00 Publication February 2009

Bose–Einstein Condensation in Dilute Gases Second edition C. J. Pethick Nordita and University of Copenhagen

and H. Smith University of Copenhagen

Providing a unified introduction to the physics of ultracold atomic Bose and Fermi gases, this new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated. It is ideal for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, as well as experimentalists and theorists. Problems are included at the end of each chapter. Review of the first edition: ‘… an excellent and much-needed text of the theory of these condensates … Although progress continues at a cracking pace, there is now a set of basic notions that it is sensible to teach postgraduates, including the way that condensates are made and their physical properties as macroscopic quantum systems. This book is an excellent source of information on this topic, and is accessible to a wide range of physicists and chemists … likely to be a best seller in its category. This

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Condensed Matter Physics well-produced book is a must buy for anyone wanting to get started in this field.’ Keith Burnett, Nature

Contents: Preface; 1. Introduction; 2. The non-interacting Bose gas; 3. Atomic properties; 4. Trapping and cooling of atoms; 5. Interactions between atoms; 6. Theory of the condensed state; 7. Dynamics of the condensate; 8. Microscopic theory of the Bose gas; 9. Rotating condensates; 10. Superfluidity; 11. Trapped clouds at non-zero temperature; 12. Mixtures and spinor condensates; 13. Interference and correlations; 14. Optical lattices; 15. Lower dimensions; 16. Fermions; 17. From atoms to molecules; Appendix; Index. 2008 247 x 174 mm 584pp 45 line figures 3 halftones 74 exercises 978-0-521-84651-6 Hardback £40.00

Graduate Textbook

Condensed Matter Field Theory Alexander Altland Universität zu Köln

Graduate Textbook

Electrical Transport in Nanoscale Systems Massimiliano Di Ventra University of California, San Diego

Electrical conduction in nanostructures has been a central theme in the development of nanoscale science and technology. This graduate textbook provides an in-depth description of the transport phenomena relevant to systems of nanoscale dimensions for graduate students in physics, chemistry, and electrical engineering. Contents: Preface; 1. A primer on electron transport; 2. Drude, Kubo, and Boltzmann approaches; 3. Landauer approach; 4. Nonequilibrium Green’s function formalism; 5. Noise; 6. Electron-ion interaction; 7. The micro-canonical picture of transport; 8. Hydrodynamics of the electron liquid; Appendices; References; Index. 2008 247 x 174 mm 496pp 23 halftones 65 exercises 978-0-521-89634-4 Hardback £40.00 eBook available

and Ben Simons University of Cambridge

Primer, including problems and solutions, for graduate level courses on theoretical quantum condensed matter physics. ‘… this work is so well written that it succeeds in making even the most intricate and abstruse models admirably clear … it is timely in that it brings the reader completely up to date on most of the newer approaches currently in vogue … eminently suitable for researchers in the field … could also be read with interest by advanced students because the numerous info sections elucidate and expand upon the many themes addressed … this very attractive book will remain a standard reference work in its field for years to come.’ Chemistry World

Contents: 1. From particles to fields; 2. Second quantisation; 3. Feynman path integral; 4. Functional field integral; 5. Perturbation theory; 6. Broken symmetry and collective phenomena; 7. Response functions; 8. The renormalization group; 9. Topology; Bibliography. 2006 247 x 174 mm 636pp 136 line figures 29 halftones 144 exercises 978-0-521-84508-3 Hardback £48.00

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Quantum Transport Introduction to Nanoscience Yuli Nazarov Technische Universiteit Delft, The Netherlands

and Yaroslav Blanter Technische Universiteit Delft, The Netherlands

A comprehensive introduction to the rapidly developing field of quantum transport, this textbook is ideal for graduate students, and will also interest researchers and professionals working in nanoscience. It presents the comprehensive theoretical background, and explores groundbreaking experiments, and contains control questions and exercises throughout. Contents: Preface; Introduction; 1. Scattering; 2. Classical and semiclassical transport; 3. Coulomb blockade; 4. Randomness and interference; 5. Qubits and quantum dots; 6. Interaction, relaxation and decoherence; Appendices; References; Index. 2009 246 x 189 mm 654pp 74 halftones 112 exercises 978-0-521-83246-5 Hardback c. £50.00 Publication May 2009

Symmetry and Condensed Matter Physics A Computational Approach M. El-Batanouny Boston University

and F. Wooten University of California, Davis

Unlike existing texts, this book blends – for the first time – symmetry, condensed matter physics and computational methods – into one textbook. Containing over 150 exercises, it is ideal for graduate students in condensed matter physics, materials science, and chemistry. Solutions and computer programs are available online at www.cambridge.org/9780521828451. Contents: Preface; 1. Symmetry and physics; 2. Symmetry and group theory; 3. Group representations: concepts; 4. Group representations: formalism and methodology; 5. Dixon’s method for computing group characters; 6. Group action and symmetry projection operators; 7. Construction of the irreducible representations; 8. Product groups and product representations; 9. Induced representations; 10. Crystallographic symmetry and space-groups; 11. Space groups: Irreps; 12. Time-reversal symmetry: color groups and the Onsager relations; 13. Tensors and tensor fields; 14. Electronic properties of solids; 15. Dynamical properties of molecules, solids and surfaces; 16. Experimental measurements and selection rules; 17. Landau’s theory of phase transitions; 18. Incommensurate systems and quasi-crystals; References; Bibliography; Index. 2008 247 x 174 mm 936pp 75 line figures 85 halftones 153 exercises 978-0-521-82845-1 Hardback £55.00 eBook available

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Mesoscopic Physics of Electrons and Photons Eric Akkermans Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa

and Gilles Montambaux Université Paris-Sud XI

Introduction to quantum mesoscopic physics for graduate students and researchers in physics and engineering. ‘… the type of book from which one can learn the subject even without a teacher.’ Carlo Beenakker, Leiden University

Contents: 1. Introduction: mesoscopic physics; 2. Wave equations in random media; 3. Perturbation theory; 4. Probability of quantum diffusion; 5. Properties of the diffusion equation; 6. Dephasing; 7. Electronic transport; 8. Coherent backscattering of light; 9. Diffusing wave

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spectroscopy; 10. Spectral properties of disordered metals; 11. Universal conductance fluctuations; 12. Correlations of speckle patterns; 13. Interactions and diffusion; 14. Orbital magnetism and persistent currents; 15. Formulary; Index.

Introduction to Nanoelectronics

2007 247 x 174 mm 606pp 151 line figures 69 halftones 96 exercises 978-0-521-85512-9 Hardback £55.00

State University of New York, Buffalo

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Science, Nanotechnology, Engineering, and Applications Vladimir V. Mitin Viatcheslav A. Kochelap National Academy of Sciences, Ukraine

and Michael A. Stroscio

Quantum Statistical Mechanics William C. Schieve University of Texas, Austin

and Lawrence P. Horwitz Tel-Aviv University

Many-body theory stands at the foundation of modern quantum statistical mechanics and it is introduced here to graduates in physics, chemistry, engineering and biology. The book focuses on the foundations of nonequilibrium statistical mechanics, and provides alternative views of quantum statistical mechanics. Contents: 1. Foundations of quantum statistical mechanics; 2. Elementary examples; 3. Quantum statistical master equation; 4. Quantum kinetic equations; 5. Quantum irreversibility; 6. Entropy and dissipation: the microscopic theory; 7. Global equilibrium: thermostatics and the microcanonical ensemble; 8. Bose-Einstein ideal gas condensation; 9. Scaling, renormalization and the Ising model; 10. Relativistic covariant statistical mechanics of many particles; 11. Quantum optics and damping; 12. Entanglements; 13. Quantum measurement and irreversibility; 14. Quantum Langevin equation: quantum Brownian motion; 15. Linear response: fluctuation and dissipation theorems; 16. Time dependent quantum Green’s functions; 17. Decay scattering; 18. Quantum statistical mechanics, extended; 19. Quantum transport with tunneling and reservoir ballistic transport; 20. Black hole thermodynamics; Appendix; Index. 2009 247 x 174 mm 496pp 48 exercises 978-0-521-84146-7 Hardback c. £45.00 Publication March 2009

University of Illinois, Chicago

Comprehensive textbook on nanoelectronics covering the underlying physics, nanostructures, nanomaterials and nanodevices. Contents: Preface; Notations; 1. Towards the nanoscale; 2. Particles and waves; 3. Wave mechanics; 4. Materials for nanoelectronics; 5. Growth, fabrication, and measurement techniques for nanostructures; 6. Electron transport in semiconductors and nanostructures; 7. Electrons in traditional low-dimensional structures; 8. Nanostructure devices; Index. 2007 247 x 174 mm 348pp 175 line figures 35 halftones 978-0-521-88172-2 Hardback £38.00 eBook available

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Electronic Structure Basic Theory and Practical Methods Richard M. Martin University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

The study of the electronic structure of materials is at a momentous stage, with the emergence of new computational methods and theoretical approaches. Many properties of materials can now be determined directly from fundamental equations of quantum mechanics, bringing new insights into critical problems in physics, chemistry, and materials science. ‘The book places electronic structure in the context of elementary issues in physics, while at the same time emphasising its role in providing useful information on the properties of materials … unified exposition of the basic theory and methods of electronic structure, together with instructive examples of practical computational methods and actual applications … aim is to serve graduate students and scientists involved in research while acting as supplementary material for courses on condensed matter physics and material science … Examples of problems are included in each chapter to bring out salient points and challenge the reader.’ Materials World

Contents: Part I. Overview and Background Topics; Part II. Density Functional Theory; Part III. Important Preliminaries on Atoms; Part IV. Determination of Electronic Structure, The Three Basic Methods; Part V. Predicting Properties of Matter from Electronic Structure – Recent Developments. 2008 247 x 174 mm 648pp 5 halftones 150 exercises 978-0-521-53440-6 Paperback £40.00

Composite Fermions Jainendra Jain Pennsylvania State University

Self-contained, pedagogical textbook introducing composite fermions for graduate students and academic researchers. ‘Everything you always wanted to know about Composite Fermions by its primary architect and champion. Much gorgeous theory, of course, but also an excellent collection of the relevant experimental data. For the initiated, an illuminating account of the relationship between Composite Fermion model and other models on stage. For the novice, a lucid presentation and dozens of valuable exercises.’ Horst Stormer, Columbia University, NY and Lucent Technologies. Winner of the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1998 for discovery of a new form of quantum fluid with fractionally charged excitations.

Contents: 1. Overview; 2. Quantum Hall effect; 3. Landau levels; 4. Theory of IQHE; 5. Foundations of the Composite Fermion Theory; 6. Microscopic variations; 7. Theory of FQHE; 8. Incompressible groundstates and their excitations; 9. Topology and quantizations; 10. Composite-fermion Fermi sea; 11. Composite fermions with spin; 12. Non-composite fermion approaches; 13. Bilayer FQHE; 14. Edge; 15. Compositefermion crystals; Appendix 1. Symbols and acronyms; Appendix 2. Gaussian integral; Appendix 3. Useful operator identities; Appendix 4. Point flux tube; Appendix 5. Adiabatic insertion of a point flux; Appendix 6. Berry Phase; Appendix 7. Second quantization; Appendix 8. Green’s functions, spectral function, tunneling; Appendix 9. Off-diagonal long-range order; Appendix 10. Total energies and energy gaps; Appendix 11. Lowest Landau level projection; Appendix 12. Metropolis Monte Carlo; Appendix 13. Composite-fermion diagonalization; Bibliography; Index. 2007 247 x 174 mm 560pp 127 line figures 24 halftones 98 exercises 978-0-521-86232-5 Hardback £51.00 eBook available

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Condensed Matter Physics / Particle and Nuclear Physics Extended Defects in Semiconductors Electronic Properties, Device Effects and Structures D. B. Holt Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine, London

and B. G. Yacobi University of Toronto

An advanced undergraduate/graduate level text explaining the properties and roles of extended defects in semiconductors. 2007 247 x 174 mm 644pp 236 line figures 113 halftones 978-0-521-81934-3 Hardback £91.00 eBook available

the electronic problem in practice; 7. Atomic pseudopotentials; 8. Basis sets; 9. Electronic structure methods; 10. Simplified approaches to the electronic problem; 11. Diagonalization and electronic selfconsistency; 12. First-principles molecular dynamics (Car-Parrinello); Index.

Second edition B. K. Ridley University of Essex

With new chapters on spin relaxation, the hexagonal wurtzite lattice, nitride structures, and terahertz sources, this second edition will interest graduate students and researchers in semiconductor physics. It is unique in describing the microscopic theory of optical phonons, their change in nature due to confinement, and their interaction with electrons. Review from the 1st edition: ‘Electrons and Phonons in Semiconductor Multilayers achieves its purpose commendably and fills a gap in the market. The book is wellproduced, with a good index, and is reasonably priced.’ A. M. Fox, Optics and Photonics News 2009 247 x 174 mm 380pp 183 halftones 978-0-521-51627-3 Hardback c. £70.00 Publication May 2009

Electronic Structure Calculations for Solids and Molecules Theory and Computational Methods Jorge Kohanoff The Queen’s University of Belfast

This graduate textbook describes the theoretical approaches and computational techniques for studying electronic structure problems. Contents: Preface; List of symbols; List of acronyms; Part I. Theory: 1. The problem of the structure of matter; 2. The electronic problem; 3. Quantum many-body theory: chemical approaches; 4. Density function theory; 5. Exchange and correlation in DFT: approximation and their performance; Part II. Computational Methods: 6. Solving

Fundamentals, Modeling, and Implementation in Silicon Kaushik Roy Purdue University, Indiana

2006 247 x 174 mm 370pp 26 line figures 978-0-521-81591-8 Hardback £43.00

and Bipul Paul

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This book describes the simulation, design and optimization techniques for nanoscale devices, which differ substantially from those employed in bulk semiconductors. Tolerant and low-power circuit design techniques are also discussed. For graduate students in electrical engineering, and for practitioners in semiconductor device and circuit design.

Dynamics of OneDimensional Quantum Systems Inverse-Square Interaction Models Yoshio Kuramoto Tohoku University, Japan

Electrons and Phonons in Semiconductor Multilayers

Nanoscale Device and Circuit Design

and Yusuke Kato University of Tokyo

This self-contained book provides graduate students and new researchers with an intuitive understanding of exact dynamical properties of one-dimensional quantum systems. Its concise and accessible accounts of powerful concepts allow non-specialist readers to understand the physics of onedimensional quantum systems through the simplest model. 2009 247 x 174 mm 480pp 45 halftones 978-0-521-81598-7 Hardback c. £70.00 Publication June 2009

Bose-Condensed Gases at Finite Temperatures Allan Griffin University of Toronto

Tetsuro Nikuni Tokyo University of Science

and Eugene Zaremba Queen’s University, Ontario

The first treatment of Bose Einstein condensation at finite temperatures, this book presents a thorough account of the theory of two-component dynamics and nonequilibrium behaviour in superfluid Bose gases for researchers and graduate students in ultracold atom physics, atomic, molecular and optical physics, and condensed matter physics. 2009 247 x 174 mm 480pp 3 halftones 978-0-521-83702-6 Hardback £65.00 Publication January 2009

Purdue University, Indiana

2010 247 x 174 mm 450pp 978-0-521-86087-1 Hardback c. £45.00 Publication May 2010

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Modern Quantum Field Theory A Concise Introduction Tom Banks University of California, Santa Cruz and Rutgers University, New Jersey

Presenting a variety of topics only briefly touched on in other texts, this book provides a thorough introduction to the techniques of field theory. Ideal for graduates in high energy physics and condensed matter physics, it contains problems to help students practise the key techniques of quantum field theory. ‘… an excellent textbook for a first encounter with quantum field theory and an essential reference for senior physicists. It presents the topic from a modern and streamlined perspective with beautiful and fresh explanations and clarifies many common misconceptions … Thomas Banks is one of the deepest theoretical physicists and one of the best teachers in the field.’ Nathan Seiberg, Princeton University

Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. Quantum theory of free scalar fields; 3. Interacting field theory; 4. Particles of spin one, and gauge invariance; 5. Spin 1/2 particles and Fermi statistics; 6. Massive quantum electrodynamics; 7. Symmetries, Ward identities and Nambu Goldstone

Particle and Nuclear Physics bosons; 8. Non-abelian gauge theory; 9. Renormalization and effective field theory; 10. Instantons and solitons; 11. Concluding remarks; Appendices; References; Index. 2008 247 x 174 mm 280pp 20 line figures 5 halftones 80 exercises 978-0-521-85082-7 Hardback £35.00 eBook available

An Introduction to the Standard Model of Particle Physics Second edition W. N. Cottingham University of Bristol

and D. A. Greenwood University of Bristol

New edition introductory graduate textbook on the Standard Model of particle physics. Review from the first edition ‘I am very impressed with this book. It is a beautifully clear and concise introductory text … for a first course in the basic physics of the standard model this book would be an excellent choice. Both experimental and theoretical students would benefit from it.’ Neil Turok, The Observatory

Contents: Preface; Notation; 1. The particle physicist’s view of nature; 2. Lorentz transformations; 3. The Lagrangian formulation of mechanics; 4. Classical electromagnetism; 5. The Dirac equation and the Dirac field; 6. Free space solutions of the Dirac equation; 7. Electrodynamics; 8. Quantising fields: QED; 9. The weak interaction: low energy phenomenology; 10. Symmetry breaking in model theories; 11. Massive gauge fields; 12. The WeinbergSalam electroweak theory for leptons; 13. Experimental tests of the WeinbergSalam theory; 14. The electromagnetic and weak interactions of quarks; 15. The hadronic decays of the Z and W bosons; 16. The theory of strong interactions: quantum chromodynamics; 17. Quantum chromodynamics: calculations; 18. The Kobayashi-Maskawa matrix; 19. Neutrino masses and mixing; 20. Neutrino masses and mixing: experimental results; 21. Majorana neutrinos; 22. Anomalies; Epilogue; Appendix A. An aide-memoire on matrices; Appendix B. The groups of the Standard Model; Appendix C. Annihilation and creation operators; Appendix D. The parton model; Appendix E: Mass matrices and mixing; References; Hints to selected problems; Index. 2007 247 x 174 mm 292pp 59 line figures 96 exercises 978-0-521-85249-4 Hardback £31.00 eBook available

Supersymmetry in Particle Physics

Supersymmetry and String Theory

An Elementary Introduction Ian Aitchison

Beyond the Standard Model Michael Dine

University of Oxford

University of California, Santa Cruz

The first textbook to provide a simple, practical introduction to supersymmetry for graduates and researchers.

Comprehensive introduction to theoretical physics for graduates and researchers in string theory, astrophysics and cosmology.

Contents: 1. Introduction and motivation; 2. Spinors: Weyl, Dirac and Majorana; 3. A simple supersymmetric Lagrangian, and a first glance at the MSSM; 4. The supersymmetry algebra and supermultiplets; 5. The Wess-Zumino model; 6. Superfields; 7. Vector (or gauge) supermultiplets; 8. The MSSM; 9. SUSY breaking; 10. The Higgs sector and electroweak symmetry breaking in the MSSM; 11. Sparticle masses in the MSSM; 12. Some simple tree-level calculations in the MSSM; References; Index. 2007 247 x 174 mm 236pp 15 line figures 39 exercises 978-0-521-88023-7 Hardback £35.00 eBook available

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Introduction to Elementary Particle Physics Alessandro Bettini Università degli Studi di Padova, Italy

Conveying the basic elements of the Standard Model using elementary concepts, this textbook is suitable for advanced undergraduate students and graduate students. It contains examples of basic experiments, quantitative problems, and exercises. Solutions to some exercises are included in the book. Complete solutions are available to instructors at www.cambridge.org/9780521880213. ‘There are many gems within these pages … The author has managed to bring out the importance of experiment in the field, and to explain both the reasoning and the difficulties behind these experiments, but does not get bogged down in minutiae. We are left with an excellent introduction to the thinking behind modern quantum field theory.’ Dr Todd Huffman, Oxford University

Contents: Preface; 1. Preliminary notions; 2. Nucleons, leptons and bosons; 3. Symmetries; 4. Hadrons; 5. Quantum electrodynamics; 6. Chromodynamics; 7. Weak interactions; 8. The neutral k and b mesons and cp violation; 9. The standard model; 10. Beyond the standard model; Appendixes; References; Index. 2008 247 x 174 mm 442pp 175 line figures 55 halftones 200 exercises 978-0-521-88021-3 Hardback £35.00 eBook available

‘An excellent and timely introduction to a wide range of topics concerning physics beyond the standard model, by one of the most dynamic researchers in the field. Dine has a gift for explaining difficult concepts in a transparent way. The book has wonderful insights to offer beginning graduate students and experienced researchers alike.’ Nima Arkani-Hamed, Harvard University

Contents: Part I. Effective Field Theory; Part II. Supersymmetry; Part III. String Theory; Part IV. The Appendices. 2007 247 x 174 mm 536pp 57 line figures 1 halftone 90 exercises 978-0-521-85841-0 Hardback £45.00 eBook available

The Standard Model A Primer Cliff Burgess McMaster University, Ontario and Perimeter Institute, Ontario

and Guy Moore McGill University, Montréal

Introduction to quantum field theory for graduate students in theoretical and experimental particle physics. ‘… many relevant problems at the end of each chapter.’ Zentralblatt MATH

Contents: Part I. Theoretical Framework; Part II. Applications; Part III. Applications; Part IV. Beyond the Standard Model. 2006 247 x 174 mm 558pp 39 line figures 978-0-521-86036-9 Hardback £46.00 eBook available

Electroweak Theory E. A. Paschos Universität Dortmund

Concise introduction to electroweak theory for graduate students and researchers in elementary particle physics. ‘… the author has an enviable skill of describing complicated phenomena in clear and concise prose. As a teacher of the subject myself, his discussion of field theories in Part II has given me a deeper insight and a better understanding which I can give to my students.’ The Observatory

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Particle and Nuclear Physics Contents: Part I. The Road to Unification; Part II. Field Theories with Global or Local Symmetries; Part III. Experimental Consequences and Comparisons.

Particle Detectors

2007 247 x 174 mm 260pp 39 line figures 3 halftones 49 exercises 978-0-521-86098-7 Hardback £41.00

and Boris Shwartz

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The Experimental Foundations of Particle Physics Second edition Robert N. Cahn University of California, Berkeley

and Gerson Goldhaber University of California, Berkeley

A unique insight into particle physics for researchers and graduate students, this second edition contains new chapters on the W and Z bosons, the top quark discovery, B-meson mixing and CP violation, and neutrino oscillations. Each chapter is accompanied by reprinted articles, and problems with a broad range of difficulty. From reviews of the first edition: ‘I believe this text to represent a major achievement in collecting, analysing and distilling for the reader, material forming an intensely exciting chapter in modern science.’ D. H. Perkins, Nature 2009 247 x 174 mm 576pp 69 halftones 978-0-521-52147-5 Hardback c. £40.00 Publication June 2009

The Ideas of Particle Physics An Introduction for Scientists Third edition G. D. Coughlan J. E. Dodd and B. M. Gripaios University of Oxford

A readable introduction to particle physics for anyone with a background in physical sciences. From reviews of previous editions: ‘The topics covered are wide ranging and up-to-date.’ New Scientist

Contents: Introduction; 1. Basic particle physics; 2. Strong interaction physics; 3. Weak interaction physics I; 4. Weak interaction physics II; 5. Gauge theory of the weak interactions; 6. Deep inelastic scattering; 7. Quantum chromodynamics – the theory of quarks; 8. Electron-positron collisions; 9. The Standard Model and beyond; Appendices. 2006 266pp 165 line figures 5 halftones 24 tables 978-0-521-67775-2 Paperback £33.99

Second edition Claus Grupen Universität-Gesamthochschule Siegen, Germany Budker Institute of Nuclear Physics, Novosibirsk, Russia

Particle detectors measure energies from the very low to the highest of energies observed in cosmic rays. This edition has additional chapters and discusses many up-to-date detector applications. Problems with solutions have been added making for an excellent reference for graduate students and researchers in particle physics. From reviews of the first edition: ‘… an excellent volume …The level of detail, especially in the treatment of the physics underlying detector operation, makes it well suited for use by graduate students. Furthermore, its broad coverage, backed by a very extensive list of references, should satisfy the needs of more experienced researchers. I for one anticipate consulting it regularly in the future.’ Bob Brown, Physics World

Contents: Preface to the first edition; Preface to the second edition; Introduction; 1. Interactions of particles and radiation with matter; 2. Characteristic properties of detectors; 3. Units of radiation measurements and radiation sources; 4. Accelerators; 5. Main physical phenomena used for particle detection and basic counter types; 6. Historical track detectors; 7. Track detectors; 8. Calorimetry; 9. Particle identification; 10. Neutrino detectors; 11. Momentum measurement and muon detection; 12. Ageing and radiation effects; 13. Example of a general-purpose detector: Belle; 14. Electronics; 15. Data analysis; 16. Applications of particle detectors outside particle physics; 17. Glossary; 18. Solutions; 19. Resumé; Appendixes; Index. Cambridge Monographs on Particle Physics, Nuclear Physics and Cosmology, 26

2008 247 x 174 mm 680pp 275 line figures 65 halftones 81 exercises 978-0-521-84006-4 Hardback £80.00 eBook available

Electromagnetic Interactions and Hadronic Structure Edited by F. E. Close University of Oxford

A. Donnachie University of Manchester

and G. Shaw University of Manchester

Reference on electromagnetic interactions for graduate students and researchers in particle physics and electromagnetic interactions. Cambridge Monographs on Particle Physics, Nuclear Physics and Cosmology, 25

2007 247 x 174 mm 514pp 149 line figures 57 halftones 978-0-521-84420-8 Hardback £91.00 eBook available

Strong Interactions of Hadrons at High Energies Gribov Lectures on Theoretical Physics Vladimir Gribov

A course of lectures in high energy elementary particle physics guiding graduate students from basic theory to the most challenging problems, simplified through models and analogies. The course exemplifies general methods of addressing problems in theoretical physics as taught by one of the outstanding theoretical physicists of the twentieth century. Cambridge Monographs on Particle Physics, Nuclear Physics and Cosmology, 27

2008 247 x 174 mm 488pp 978-0-521-85609-6 Hardback £80.00

Weak Scale Supersymmetry From Superfields to Scattering Events Howard Baer Florida State University

and Xerxes Tata University of Hawaii, Manoa

A comprehensive, practical and accessible introduction to supersymmetry for particle physicists and graduate students. Contents: Preface; 1. The Standard Model; 2. What lies beyond the Standard Model; 3. The Wess-Zumino model; 4. The supersymmetry algebra; 5. Superfield formalism; 6. Supersymmetric gauge theories; 7. Supersymmetry breaking; 8. The Minimal Supersymmetric Standard Model; 9. Implications of the MSSM; 10. Local supersymmetry; 11. Realistic supersymmetric

Particle and Nuclear Physics / Theoretical and Mathematical Physics models; 12. Sparticle production at colliders; 13. Sparticle decays; 14. Supersymmetric event generation; 15. The search for supersymmetry at colliders; 16. R parity violation; 17. Epilogue; Appendices. 2006 247 x 174 mm 556pp 110 line figures 14 tables 106 exercises 978-0-521-85786-4 Hardback £48.00 eBook available

Theoretical and Mathematical Physics

particle physics; 22. String thermodynamics and black holes; 23. Strong interactions and AdS/CFT; 24. Covariant string quantization; 25. String interactions and Riemann surfaces; 26. Loop amplitudes in string theory; References; Index. 2009 246 x 189 mm 688pp 86 halftones 180 exercises 978-0-521-88032-9 Hardback £40.00 Publication January 2009

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String Theory and M-Theory A Modern Introduction Katrin Becker Texas A & M University

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Melanie Becker

A First Course in String Theory

Texas A & M University

Second edition Barton Zwiebach

Graduate textbook for courses in string theory.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Zwiebach is once again faithful to his goal of making string theory accessible to undergraduates. This text now includes AdS/CFT correspondence, as well introducing superstrings. With almost 300 problems and exercises it is perfectly suited for introductory courses for students with a background in physics. ‘A refreshingly different approach to string theory that requires remarkably little previous knowledge of quantum theory or relativity. This highlights fundamental features of the theory that make it so radically different from theories based on point-like particles. This book makes the subject amenable to undergraduates but it will also appeal greatly to beginning researchers who may be overwhelmed by the standard textbooks.’ Professor Michael Green, University of Cambridge

Contents: Foreword; Preface; Acknowledgements; Part I. Basics: 1. A brief introduction; 2. Special relativity and extra dimensions; 3. Electromagnetism and gravitation in various dimensions; 4. Nonrelativistic strings; 5. The relativistic point particle; 6. Relativistic strings; 7. Strong parameterization and classical motion; 8. World-sheet currents; 9. Lightcone relativistic strings; 10. Light-cone fields and particles; 11. The relativistic quantum point particle; 12, Relativistic quantum closed strings; 13. Relativistic quantum closed strings; 14. A look at relativistic superstrings; Part II. Developments: 15. D-branes and gauge fields; 16. String charge and electric charge; 17. T-duality of closed strings; 18. T-duality of open strings; 19. Electromagnetism fields in D-branes; 20. Nonlinear and Born-Infeld electrodynamics; 21. Strong theory and

and John H. Schwarz California Institute of Technology

‘This is the first comprehensive textbook on string theory to also offer an up-to-date picture of the most important theoretical developments of the last decade, including the AdS/CFT correspondence and flux compactifications, which have played a crucial role in modern efforts to make contact with experiment. An excellent resource for graduate students as well as researchers in high-energy physics and cosmology.’ Nima Arkani-Hamed, Harvard University

Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. The bosonic string; 3. Conformal field theory and string interactions; 4. Strings with world-sheet supersymmetry; 5. Strings with space-time supersymmetry; 6. T-duality and D-branes; 7. The heterotic string; 8. M-theory and string duality; 9. String geometry; 10. Flux compactifications; 11. Black holes in string theory; 12. Gauge theory/string theory dualities; References; Index. 2006 247 x 174 mm 756pp 55 line figures 20 halftones 337 exercises 122 worked examples 978-0-521-86069-7 Hardback £46.00 eBook available

Quantum Field Theory of Nonequilibrium States

theory; 7. Quantum kinetic equations; 8. Non-equilibrium superconductivity; 9. Diagrammatics and generating functionals; 10. Effective action; 11. Disordered conductors; 12. Classical statistical dynamics; Appendices: A. Path integrals; B. Retarded and advanced propagators; C. Analytic properties of Green’s functions; Bibliography; Index. 2007 247 x 174 mm 550pp 130 line figures 112 exercises 978-0-521-87499-1 Hardback £45.00 eBook available

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Quantum Field Theory Mark Srednicki University of California, Santa Barbara

Textbook on elementary particles for graduate students studying quantum field theory and elementary particle theory. ‘This accessible and conceptually structured introduction to quantum field theory will be of value not only to beginning students but also to practicing physicists interested in learning or reviewing specific topics. The book is organized in a modular fashion, which makes it easy to extract the basic information relevant to the reader’s area(s) of interest. The material is presented in an intuitively clear and informal style. Foundational topics such as path integrals and Lorentz representations are included early in the exposition, as appropriate for a modern course; later material includes a detailed description of the Standard Model and other advanced topics such as instantons, supersymmetry, and unification, which are essential knowledge for working particle physicists, but which are not treated in most other field theory texts.’ Washington Taylor, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Contents: Part I. Spin Zero; Part II. Spin One Half; Part III. Spin One. 2007 247 x 174 mm 664pp 87 line figures 3 halftones 250 exercises 978-0-521-86449-7 Hardback £35.00 eBook available

Jørgen Rammer Umeå Universitet, Sweden

Quantum field theoretical applications for graduate students in statistical mechanics and condensed matter physics. Contents: Preface; 1. Quantum fields; 2. Operators on the multi-particle state space; 3. Quantum dynamics and Green’s functions; 4. Non-equilibrium theory; 5. Real-time formalism; 6. Linear response

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Geometry of Quantum States An Introduction to Quantum Entanglement Ingemar Bengtsson Stockholms Universitet

and Karol Zyczkowski Jagiellonian University, Krakow

An introduction to key concepts of quantum information processing for graduates and researchers. 2007 247 x 174 mm 434pp 100 line figures 15 halftones 18 tables 84 exercises 978-0-521-89140-0 Paperback £35.00 eBook available

Nonequilibrium Quantum Field Theory Esteban A. Calzetta Universidad de Buenos Aires, Argentina

and Bei-Lok B. Hu University of Maryland, College Park

Capturing the essence of nonequilibrium quantum field theory, this self-contained book covers the foundational aspects, presents important concepts and useful techniques, and discusses issues of basic interest. This book is a valuable reference for graduate students and researchers in particle physics, gravitation, cosmology, atomic-optical and condensed matter physics. Contents: Part I. Fundamentals of Nonequilibrium Statistical Mechanics; Part II. Basics of Nonequilibrium Quantum Field Theory; Part III. Gauge Invariance, Dissipation, Entropy, Noise and Decoherence; Part IV. Thermal, Kinetic and Hydrodynamic Regimes. Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics

2008 247 x 174 mm 552pp 11 line figures 978-0-521-64168-5 Hardback £45.00

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Geometric Algebra for Physicists Chris Doran University of Cambridge

and Anthony Lasenby University of Cambridge

First fully self-contained introduction to geometric algebra by two leading experts in the field. Reviews from the hardback edition ‘I would therefore highly recommend this book for anyone wishing to enter this interesting and potentially fundamental area.’ Mathematics Today

Contents: Preface; Notation; 1. Introduction; 2. Geometric algebra in two and three dimensions; 3. Classical mechanics; 4. Foundations of geometric algebra; 5. Relativity and spacetime; 6. Geometric calculus; 7. Classical electrodynamics; 8. Quantum theory and spinors; 9. Multiparticle states and quantum entanglement; 10. Geometry; 11. Further topics in calculus and group theory; 12. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian techniques; 13. Symmetry and gauge theory; 14. Gravitation; Bibliography; Index. 2007 247 x 174 mm 592pp 76 line figures 6 halftones 135 exercises 978-0-521-71595-9 Paperback £40.00

Elements of String Cosmology Maurizio Gasperini University of Bari, Italy

Self-contained, pedagogical introduction to string cosmology for astrophysicists and high-energy physicists. ‘… an excellent resource for the graduate student interested in learning string cosmology, especially the pre-Big Bang scenario. The text provides a clear explanation of the results of hundreds of research articles. Thus it is a good starting point for those entering this exciting field.’ Physics Today

Contents: Preface; Acknowledgements; Notation, units and conventions; 1. A short review of standard and inflationary cosmology; 2. The basic string cosmology equations; 3. Conformal invariance and string effective action; 4. Duality symmetries and cosmological solutions; 5. Inflationary kinematics; 6. The string phase; 7. The cosmic background of relic gravitational waves; 8. Scalar perturbations and the anisotropy of the CMB radiation; 9. Dilaton phenomenology; 10. Elements of brane cosmology; Index. 2007 247 x 174 mm 568pp 8 line figures 45 halftones 978-0-521-86875-4 Hardback £45.00 eBook available

Introduction to Quantum Effects in Gravity Viatcheslav Mukhanov Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munchen

and Sergei Winitzki Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munchen

Quantum field theory for undergraduates and graduates in theoretical astrophysics, cosmology, particle physics, and string theory. Contents: Part I. Canonical Quantization and Particle Production; Part II. Path Integrals and Vacuum Polarization. 2007 247 x 174 mm 284pp 15 line figures 5 halftones 52 exercises 978-0-521-86834-1 Hardback £46.00

The Schwinger Action Principle and Effective Action David J. Toms University of Newcastle upon Tyne

Introduction to the Schwinger action principle for graduate students and researchers in theoretical physics. Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics

2007 247 x 174 mm 508pp 24 line figures 1 halftone 978-0-521-87676-6 Hardback £80.00

The Kerr Spacetime Rotating Black Holes in General Relativity Edited by David L. Wiltshire University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand

Matt Visser Victoria University of Wellington

and Susan M. Scott Australian National University, Canberra

A unique, comprehensive overview of the Kerr space-time this book provides an excellent introduction for researchers and graduate students in observational and theoretical astrophysics, general relativity, and high-energy physics. It contains original contributions and historical accounts from pioneers in the theory and observation of black holes, including Roy Kerr. 2009 247 x 174 mm 384pp 60 halftones 978-0-521-88512-6 Hardback £60.00 Publication January 2009

The Quantum Theory of Fields Steven Weinberg University of Texas, Austin

Now available in paperback, The Quantum Theory of Fields is a selfcontained, comprehensive, and up-to-date introduction to quantum field theory from Nobel Laureate Steven

Theoretical and Mathematical Physics Weinberg. The first volume introduces the foundations of quantum field theory, the second volume examines modern applications, and finally the third volume presents supersymmetry. ‘This is a well-written book by one of the masters of the subject … it is certainly destined to become a standard text book and should find its way to the shelves of every physics library.’ J. Madore, Classical and Quantum Gravity 2005 253 x 177 mm 1600pp 978-0-521-67056-2 3 volume set £80.00

The Quantum Theory of Fields Volume 1: Foundations Steven Weinberg University of Texas, Austin

Comprehensive introduction to quantum field theory by Nobel Laureate Steven Weinberg, now available in paperback. ‘… an impressively lucid and thorough presentation of the subject … Weinberg manages to present difficult topics with richness of meaning and marvellous clarity. Full of valuable insights, his treatise is sure to become a classic, doing for quantum field theory what Dirac’s Quantum Mechanics did for quantum mechanics. I eagerly await the publication of the second volume.’ S. S. Schweber, Nature

Contents: Preface; 1. Historical introduction; 2. Relativistic quantum mechanics; 3. Scattering theory; 4. The cluster decomposition principle; 5. Quantum fields and antiparticles; 6. The Feynman rules; 7. The canonical formalism; 8. Massless particles: electrodynamics; 9. Path integral methods; 10. Nonperturbative methods; 11. One-loop radiative corrections in quantum electrodynamics; 12. General renormalization theory; 13. Infrared effects; 14. Bound states in external fields; Subject index; Author index. 2005 253 x 177 mm 636pp 33 line figures 2 tables 70 exercises 978-0-521-67053-1 Paperback £29.99

The Quantum Theory of Fields Volume 2: Modern Applications Steven Weinberg University of Texas, Austin

Comprehensive introduction to quantum field theory by Nobel Laureate Steven Weinberg, now available in paperback.

attributed to Weinberg’s authority as an originator of many of the ideas in the book … Experienced researchers and beginning graduate students alike will delight in the gems of wisdom to be found in these pages. This book combines exposition of technical detail with physical insight in a unique manner that confirms the promise of Volume 1 and I have no doubt that these two volumes will rapidly constitute the classic treatment of this important subject.’ Michael B. Green, CERN Courier

Contents: Preface to Volume II; 15. NonAbelian gauge theories; 16. External field methods; 17. Renormalization of gauge theories; 18. Renormalization group methods; 19. Spontaneously broken global symmetries; 20. Operator product expansions; 21. Spontaneous breaking of gauge symmetries; 22. Anomalies; 23. Topological complications; Subject index; Author index. 2005 253 x 177 mm 512pp 14 line figures 50 exercises 978-0-521-67054-8 Paperback £29.99

The Quantum Theory of Fields Volume 3: Supersymmetry Steven Weinberg University of Texas, Austin

A comprehensive introduction to supersymmetry from Nobel Laureate Steven Weinberg, now available in paperback. ‘The third volume of The Quantum Theory of Fields is a self-contained introduction to the world of supersymmetry and supergravity. It will be useful both for experienced researchers in the field and for students who want to take the first steps towards learning about supersymmetry. Unlike other books in this field, it covers the wide spectrum of possible applications of supersymmetry in physics.’ Hans Peter Nilles, Nature

Contents: Preface to Volume III; Notation; 24. Historical introduction; 25. Supersymmetry algebras; 26. Supersymmetric field theories; 27. Supersymmetric gauge theories; 28. Supersymmetric versions of the standard model; 29. Beyond perturbation theory; 30. Supergraphs; 31. Supergravity; 32. Supersymmetry in higher dimensions; Author index; Subject index.

String Theory Volume 1: An Introduction to the Bosonic String Joseph Polchinski University of California, Santa Barbara

This is a comprehensive account of supersymmetric strings; for graduate students and researchers. ‘… this is an impressive book. It is notable for its consistent line of development and the clarity and insight with which topics are treated … It is hard to think of a better text in an advanced graduate area, and it is rare to have one written by a master of the subject. It is worth pointing out that the book also contains a collection of useful problems, a glossary, and an unusually complete index.’ Physics Today

Contents: Foreword; Preface; Notation; 1. A first look at strings; 2. Conformal field theory; 3. The Polyakov path integral; 4. The string spectrum; 5. The string S-matrix; 6. Tree-level amplitudes; 7. One-loop amplitudes; 8. Toroidal compactification and T-duality; 9. Higher order amplitudes; Appendix A: a short course on path integrals; References; Glossary; Index. Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics

2005 247 x 174 mm 424pp 51 line figures 103 exercises 978-0-521-67227-6 Paperback £27.99 eBook available

String Theory Volume 2: Superstring Theory and Beyond Joseph Polchinski University of California, Santa Barbara

This is a comprehensive account of supersymmetric strings; for graduate students and researchers. ‘Polchinski is a major contributor to the exciting developments that have revolutionised our understanding of string theory during the past four years; he is also an exemplary teacher, as Steven Weinberg attests in his foreword. He has produced an outstanding two-volume text, with numerous exercises accompanying each chapter. It is destined to become a classic … magnificent.’ David Bailin, The Times Higher Education Supplement

2005 253 x 177 mm 442pp 8 line figures 1 table 40 exercises 978-0-521-67055-5 Paperback £29.99

‘The insight and depth of treatment which singles this book out from others in this field can be largely

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Theoretical and Mathematical Physics Contents: Foreword; Preface; Notation; 10. Type I and type II superstrings; 11. The heterotic string; 12. Superstring interactions; 13. D-branes; 14. Strings at strong coupling; 15. Advanced CFT; 16. Orbifolds; 17. CalabiYau compactification; 18. Physics in four dimensions; 19. Advanced topics; Appendix B: Spinors and SUSY in various dimensions; References; Glossary; Index. Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics

2005 247 x 174 mm 552pp 15 line figures 12 tables 93 exercises 978-0-521-67228-3 Paperback £35.00 eBook available

String Theory Joseph Polchinski University of California, Santa Barbara

Now in paperback, an up-todate, comprehensive account of supersymmetric strings; for graduate students and researchers. ‘We would like to stress the pedagogical value of the present book. The approach taken is modern and pleasantly systematic, and it covers a broad class of results in a unified language. A set of exercises at the end of each chapter complements the discussions in the main text. On the other hand, the introduction of techniques and concepts essential in the context of superstrings makes it a useful reference for researchers in the field.’ Mathematical Reviews ‘It amply fulfils the need to inspire future string theorists on their long slog and is destined to become a classic. It is a truly exciting enterprise and one hugely served by this magnificent book.’ David Bailin, The Times Higher Education Supplement Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics

2005 247 x 174 mm 976pp 66 line figures 12 tables 196 exercises 978-0-521-67229-0 2 Volume Set £56.00

Quantum Field Theory in Curved Spacetime Quantized Fields and Gravity Leonard Parker University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

and David Toms University of Newcastle upon Tyne

Suitable for graduate students, this book presents detailed derivations of cosmological and black hole processes in which curved spacetime plays a key role. It explains how such processes in the early universe leave observable consequences today, and how these processes uncover deep connections

between gravitation and elementary particles. Contents: Preface; Conventions and notation; 1. Quantum fields in Minkowski spacetime; 2. Basics of quantum fields in curved spacetimes; 3. Expectation values quadratic in fields; 4. Particle creation by black holes; 5. The one-loop effective action; 6. The effective action: non-gauge theories; 7. The effective action: gauge theories; Appendixes; References; Index. Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics

2009 247 x 174 mm 510pp 978-0-521-87787-9 Hardback c. £40.00 Publication March 2009

Moonshine beyond the Monster The Bridge Connecting Algebra, Modular Forms and Physics Terry Gannon University of Alberta

The first monograph on Moonshine, a mathematical physics topic, for graduate students and researchers. Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics

2006 247 x 174 mm 492pp 82 line figures 9 tables 187 exercises 978-0-521-83531-2 Hardback £86.00 eBook available

Relativistic Figures of Equilibrium Reinhard Meinel Friedrich-Schiller-Universität, Jena, Germany

Marcus Ansorg Max-Planck-Institut für Gravitationsphysik, Germany

Andreas Kleinwächter Friedrich-Schiller-Universität, Jena, Germany

Gernot Neugebauer Friedrich-Schiller-Universität, Jena, Germany

and David Petroff Friedrich-Schiller-Universität, Jena, Germany

Treating the classical problem of gravitational physics, this book presents basic principles, deals with analytically tractable limiting cases, and considers the general case using powerful numerical methods. A valuable reference for researchers in general relativity, mathematical physics, and astrophysics, it is accompanied by a website containing code. 2008 247 x 174 mm 228pp 66 line figures 6 halftones 978-0-521-86383-4 Hardback £70.00 eBook available

Supersymmetric Solitons M. Shifman University of Minnesota

and A. Yung University of Minnesota

In the last decade methods and techniques based on supersymmetry have provided deep insights in quantum chromodynamics and other nonsupersymmetric gauge theories at strong coupling. This book summarizes major advances in critical solitons in supersymmetric theories, and their implications for understanding basic dynamical regularities of nonsupersymmetric theories, for researchers. Contents: 1. Introduction; Part I. Short Excursion: 2. Central charges in superalgebras; 3. The main building blocks; Part II. Long Journey: 4. Non-Abelian strings; 5. Less supersymmetry; 6. NonBPS non-Abelian strings; 7. Strings on the Higgs branches; 8. Domain walls as D-brane prototypes; 9. Wall-string junctions; 10. Conclusions; Appendixes; References; Index. Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics

2009 247 x 174 mm 280pp 6 halftones 978-0-521-51638-9 Hardback c. £60.00 Publication February 2009

Kinks and Domain Walls An Introduction to Classical and Quantum Solitons Tanmay Vachaspati Case Western Reserve University, Ohio

Introduction to solitons for graduate students and academic researchers in theoretical physics, particle physics, cosmology and condensed matter physics. 2006 247 x 174 mm 190pp 34 line figures 10 halftones 978-0-521-83605-0 Hardback £57.00 eBook available

Differential Geometry and Lie Groups for Physicists Marián Fecko Comenius University, Bratislava

Advanced undergraduate and graduate textbook introducing differential geometry for theoretical physics and applied mathematics. 2006 247 x 174 mm 714pp 95 line figures 1100 exercises 978-0-521-84507-6 Hardback £51.00 eBook available

Theoretical and Mathematical Physics / Plasma Physics / Cosmology, Relativity and Gravitation CP Violation Second edition I. I. Bigi University of Notre Dame, Indiana

and A. I. Sanda Nagoya University, Japan

Reflecting on the explosion of research activities in this field over the last decade, this second edition has been substantially expanded. Suitable for graduate students and researchers in high energy physics, atomic and nuclear physics, the book presents the information and theoretical tools necessary to understand this phenomenon. ‘This is by far the best account I have seen of the ‘CP-problem’, one of the most intriguing issues in modern physics.’ A. Pais Cambridge Monographs on Particle Physics, Nuclear Physics and Cosmology, 28

2009 247 x 174 mm 544pp 31 halftones 112 exercises 978-0-521-84794-0 Hardback c. £80.00 Publication April 2009

Plasma Physics New in Paperback Textbook

Fundamentals of Plasma Physics Paul M. Bellan California Institute of Technology

This rigorous explanation of plasmas is relevant to diverse plasma applications. More thorough than previous texts, it exploits new powerful techniques to develop deeper insights into plasma behavior. Written for advanced students, it explores a host of essential and advanced topics while emphasizing the fundamentals that apply to all plasmas. Reviews from the hardback edition: ‘A conscientious and elegantly produced textbook... single-particle orbit theory and linearized waves in unbounded plasma are particularly well done … A lot can be learned from it. Picking up the text and reading it at random is often rewarding.’ D. C. Montgomery, Theoretical and Computational Fluid Dynamics

Contents: Preface; 1. Basic concepts; 2. The Vlasov, two-fluid, and MHD models of plasma dynamics; 3. Motion of a single plasma particle; 4. Elementary plasma waves; 5. Streaming instabilities and the Landau problem; 6. Cold plasma waves in a magnetized plasma; 7. Waves in inhomogeneous plasmas and wave

energy relations; 8. Vlasov theory of warm electrostatic waves in a magnetized plasma; 9. MHD equilibria; 10. Stability of static MHD equilibria; 11. Magnetic helicity interpreted and Woltjer-Taylor relaxation; 12. Magnetic reconnection; 13. FokkerPlanck theory of collisions; 14. Wave-particle nonlinearities; 15. Wave-wave nonlinearities; 16. Non-neutral plasmas; 17. Dusty plasmas; Appendix A. Intuitive method for vector calculus identities; Appendix B. Vector calculus in orthogonal curvilinear coordinates; Appendix C. Frequently used physical constants and formulae; Bibliography; References; Index. 2008 247 x 174 mm 630pp 110 exercises 978-0-521-52800-9 Paperback £40.00 eBook available

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Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy Jeffrey P. Freidberg Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Based on a series of course notes from graduate courses in plasma physics and fusion energy at MIT, this book discusses the potential role that fusion may play in the future. It will be of interest to graduate students and researchers in applied physics and nuclear engineering. Review from the hardback edition: ‘The book achieves [its] goal remarkably well … The most modern and thorough introductory textbook on plasma physics for fusion research that I have seen, providing rigorous mathematical descriptions for most of the concepts. I highly recommend it.’ T. J. Dolan, Fusion Science and Technology Contents: Preface; Acknowledgements; Units; Part I. Fusion Power: 1. Fusion and world energy; 2. The fusion reaction; 3. Fusion power generation; 4. Power balance in a fusion reactor; 5. Design of a simple magnetic fusion reactor; Part II. The Plasma Physics of Fusion Energy: 6. Overview of magnetic fusion; 7. Definition of fusion plasma; 8. Single particle motion in a plasma – guiding center theory; 9. Single particle motion – Coulomb collisions; 10. A self consistent two-fluid model; 11. MHD – macroscopic equilibrium; 12. MHD – macroscopic stability; 13. Magnetic fusion concepts; 14. Transport; 15. Heating and current drive; 16. The future of fusion research; Appendix A. Analytical derivation of 2008 247 x 174 mm 692pp 124 halftones 100 exercises 978-0-521-73317-5 Paperback £40.00 eBook available

Physics of Space Plasma Activity Karl Schindler Ruhr-Universität, Bochum, Germany

Treatment of space plasma for graduate students and academic researchers in astrophysics and plasma physics. ‘… concise and easy to read … exhaustively referenced … Schindler’s excellent monograph represents a rich and deep resource of elegantly presented information about the fundamentals of activity in space plasmas. This volume should be on the bookshelf of every researcher working to understand this complex phenomenon.’ Journal of Plasma Physics

Contents: Part I. Setting the Scene; Part II. Quiescence; Part III. Dynamics; Part IV. Applications. 2006 247 x 174 mm 522pp 88 line figures 45 halftones 978-0-521-85897-7 Hardback £46.00 eBook available

The Plasma Universe Curt Suplee

Revealing for the first time the world of plasma physics to a non-technical audience. Contents: Preface; 1. The fourth state of matter; 2. The music and dance of plasmas; 3. The Sun-Earth connection; 4. Bringing the Sun to Earth: the story of controlled thermonuclear fusion; 5. The cosmic plasma theater: galaxies, stars, and accretion disks; 6. Putting plasmas to work. 2009 246 x 189 mm 85pp 72 halftones 978-0-521-51927-4 Paperback c. £12.95 Publication September 2009

Cosmology, Relativity and Gravitation Textbook

A First Course in General Relativity Second edition Bernard Schutz Max-Planck-Institut für Gravitationsphysik, Germany

Clarity, readability and rigor combine in the second edition of this widely-used textbook to provide the first step into general relativity for undergraduate students with a minimal background in mathematics. Over 300 exercises give students the confidence to work with

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Cosmology, Relativity and Gravitation general relativity and the necessary mathematics. Review from the first edition: ‘Schutz has such mastery of the material that it soon becomes clear that one is in authoritative hands, and topics are selected and developed only to a point where they prove adequate for future needs.’ The Times Higher Education Supplement

Contents: Preface; 1. Fundamental principles of special relativity; 2. Vector analysis in special relativity; 3. Tensor analysis in special relativity; 4. Perfect fluids in special relativity; 5. Preface to curvature; 6. Curved manifolds; 7. Physics in a curved spacetime; 8. The Einstein field equations; 9. Gravitational radiation; 10. Spherical solutions for stars; 11. Schwarzschild geometry and black holes; 12. Cosmology; References; Index. 2009 246 x 189 mm 448pp 1 halftone 327 exercises 978-0-521-88705-2 Hardback c. £35.00 Publication April 2009

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General Relativity An Introduction for Physicists M. P. Hobson University of Cambridge

G. P. Efstathiou University of Cambridge

and A. N. Lasenby University of Cambridge

Advanced textbook providing a clear mathematical introduction to general relativity and its physical applications. ‘… this book is a fine introduction and exposition of many of the theory’s features. … A beautiful approach is taken: the authors show that a consistent theory of electromagnetism can be derived from the simple supposition that there is a force … I strongly recommend this book for a very wide range of readers. Advanced undergraduates will obtain a good first understanding of GR; postgraduates will find it a useful reference book, and will no doubt learn a great deal that they have not fully covered at undergraduate level. Researchers and lecturers will also find it an invaluable book, not only for recommending to students, but also for obtaining significant new insights themselves.’ The Observatory

Contents: 1. The spacetime of special relativity; 2. Manifolds and coordinates; 3. Vector calculus on manifolds; 4. Tensor calculus on manifolds; 5. Special relativity revisited; 6. Electromagnetism; 7. The equivalence principle and spacetime curvature; 8. The gravitational field equations; 9. The Schwarzschild geometry; 10. Experimental tests of

general relativity; 11. Schwarzschild black holes; 12. Further spherically-symmetric geometries; 13. The Kerr geometry; 14. The Friedmann-Robertson-Walker geometry; 15. Cosmological models; 16. Inflationary cosmology; 17. Linearised general relativity; 18. Gravitational waves; 19. A variational approach to general relativity. 2006 247 x 174 mm 590pp 85 line figures 9 halftones 8 tables 368 exercises 978-0-521-82951-9 Hardback £43.00 eBook available

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Physical Foundations of Cosmology Viatcheslav Mukhanov Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munchen

Textbook in cosmology covering established and speculative research for advanced students of physics and astrophysics. ‘Mukhanov has written a superb book, which is distinguished by its willingness to dig into technical details that are often skipped or simplified in other treatments … a wonderful contribution to the cosmological literature.’ John Peacock

Contents: Part I. Homogeneous Isotropic Universe; Part II. Inhomogeneous Universe. 2005 247 x 174 mm 442pp 978-0-521-56398-7 Hardback £43.00 eBook available

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Introduction to General Relativity Lewis Ryder University of Kent, Canterbury

A student-friendly style, over 100 illustrations, and numerous exercises are brought together in this textbook for advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students in physics and mathematics. It covers the core topics of black holes, gravitational radiation, and cosmology. Password protected solutions for instructors are available at www.cambridge.org/9780521845632. Contents: Preface; Notation; Important formulae and physical constants; 1. Introduction; 2. Special relativity, noninertial effects and electromagnetism; 3. Differential geometry I: vectors, forms and absolute differentiation; 4. Differential geometry II: geodesics and curvature; 5. Einstein field equations, the Schwarzschild solution and experimental test of general relativity; 6. Gravitomagnetic effects: gyroscopes and clocks;

7. Gravitational collapse and black holes; 8. Action principles, conservation laws and the Cauchy problem; 9. Gravitational radiation; 10. Cosmology; 11. Gravitation and field theory; References; Index. 2009 246 x 189 mm 544pp 1 halftone 46 exercises 978-0-521-84563-2 Hardback c. £35.00 Publication May 2009

Universe or Multiverse? Edited by Bernard Carr Queen Mary, University of London

Physicists argue from different perspectives for and against the idea of the existence of multiple universes. ‘Universe or Multiverse? is up there with the best … it is probably the most comprehensive tome on the subject around at the moment and, like the others, I imagine it will have a long shelf-life’ Physics World

Contents: Part I. Overviews; Part II. Cosmology and Astrophysics; Part III. Particle Physics and Quantum Theory; Part IV. More General Philosophical Issues. 2007 247 x 174 mm 544pp 29 line figures 16 halftones 978-0-521-84841-1 Hardback £45.00

New in Paperback

Modern Canonical Quantum General Relativity Thomas Thiemann Max-Planck-Institut für Gravitationsphysik, Germany

This book provides a complete treatise of the canonical quantisation of general relativity and the loop quantum gravity theory. Mathematical concepts are provided, so it can be read by graduate students with a basic knowledge of quantum field theory or general relativity. ‘… the most complete account to date of the Hamiltonian approach to the quantization of General Relativity. … If the exciting possibility of links … between words of the very small and the very large are realized, then theorists will have to delve much deeper into the structure of quantum gravity than hitherto. This book is a magnificent and comprehensive introduction to one possible avenue. It has no rival.’ The Observatory

Cosmology, Relativity and Gravitation / Quantum Physics Contents: Part I. Classical Foundations, Interpretation and the Canonical Quantisation Programme; Part II. Foundations of Modern Canonical Quantum General Relativity; Part III. Physical Applications; Part IV. Mathematical Tools and their Connection to Physics. Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics

2008 247 x 174 mm 846pp 978-0-521-74187-3 Paperback £40.00 eBook available

The Primordial Density Perturbation Cosmology, Inflation and the Origin of Structure David H. Lyth Lancaster University

and Andrew R. Liddle University of Sussex

The origin and evolution of the primordial perturbation is key to understanding structure formation in the earliest stages of the Universe. Giving a thorough account of theoretical cosmology and perturbations in the early Universe, this graduate-level textbook describes their observational consequences and how such observations relate to primordial physical processes. Contents: 1. Overview; Part I. Relativity: 2. Special relativity; 3. General relativity; Part II. The Universe after the First Second: 4. The unperturbed Universe; 5. The primordial density perturbation; 6. Stochastic properties; 7. Newtonian perturbations; 8. General relativistic perturbations; 9. The matter distribution; 10. Cosmic microwave background anistropy; 11. Boltzmann hierarchy and polarization; 12. Isocurvature and tensor modes; Part III. Field Theory: 13. Scalar fields and gravity; 14. Internal symmetry; 15. Quantum field theory; 16. The Standard Model; 17. Supersymmetry; Part IV. Inflation and the Early Universe: 18. Slow-roll inflation; 19. More inflation paradigms; 20. Reheating and phase transitions; 21. Baryon number, CDM and dark energy; 22. Generating field perturbations at horizon exit; 23. Generating Zeta at horizon exit; 24. Generating Zeta and Si after horizon exit; 25. Slow-roll inflation and observation; Appendixes; Index. 2009 247 x 174 mm 456pp 9 halftones 135 exercises 978-0-521-82849-9 Hardback c. £40.00 Publication March 2009

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Quantum Gravity Carlo Rovelli Centre de Physique Théorique, Marseille

Book presenting the loop and spinfoam approach to quantum gravity, for graduates and researchers. ‘In spite of its sociological success string theory is still far from a solution of the problem of quantum gravity which should be considered as wide open. The book of Carlo Rovelli provides the basis, both at the technical and the conceptual level, for research in this fundamental problem of physics. The basic issues are clearly and deeply analyzed without any dogmatic stand and with great freedom of thoughts resulting in an invaluable opportunity to learn and think for both mathematicians and physicists.’ Alain Connes, Professor at the Collège de France, I.H.E.S. and Vanderbilt University

‘This is a truly great book! … a must for someone interested in quantum gravity.’ Mathematical Reviews

Contents: Part I. Relativistic Foundations; Part II. Loop Quantum Gravity; Part III. Appendices. Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics

2007 247 x 174 mm 484pp 34 line figures 5 tables 978-0-521-71596-6 Paperback £35.00 eBook available

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Space-Time, Relativity, and Cosmology Jose Wudka University of California, Riverside

Undergraduate textbook providing a historical introduction to modern relativistic cosmology. ‘… the strength of the book lies in the way it sets out the story of the rise of modern relativistic cosmology against the backdrop of the development of science as a whole. It succeeds in explaining how dramatic theoretical speculation is only a small part of the tale.’ General Relativity and Gravitation

Contents: 1. The scientific method; 2. From antiquity to Aristotle; 3. From the Middle Ages to Heliocentrism; 4. Galileo and Newton; 5. The clouds gather; 6. The special theory of relativity; 7. The general theory of relativity; 8. The relativistic universe; 9. The lives of a star; Bibliography; Index. 2006 246 x 189 mm 330pp 105 halftones 978-0-521-82280-0 Hardback £34.00

An Introduction to General Relativity and Cosmology Jerzy Plebanski Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Mexico

and Andrzej Krasinski Polish Academy of Sciences

Thorough introduction to general relativity for advanced students, including complete derivations of important results. Contents: Part I. Elements of Differential Geometry; Part II. The Gravitation Theory. 2006 247 x 174 mm 554pp 78 line figures 135 exercises 978-0-521-85623-2 Hardback £48.00 eBook available

Approaches to Quantum Gravity Toward a New Understanding of Space, Time and Matter Edited by Daniele Oriti Universiteit Utrecht, The Netherlands

Containing contributions from leading researchers in this field, this book provides a complete overview of this field from the frontiers of theoretical physics research for graduate students and researchers. It introduces the most current approaches to this problem, and reviews their main achievements. Contents: Part I. Fundamental Ideas and General Formalisms; Part II; Part III; Part IV. Discrete Quantum Gravity; Part V. Effective Models and Quantum Gravity Phenomenology. 2009 247 x 174 mm 630pp 15 halftones 978-0-521-86045-1 Hardback c. £60.00 Publication March 2009

Quantum Physics Textbook

Quantum Mechanics Gennaro Auletta Pontificia Universitas Gregoriana

Mauro Fortunato Università degli Studi di Roma ‘La Sapienza’, Italy

and Giorgio Parisi Università degli Studi di Roma ‘La Sapienza’, Italy

A strong narrative, and over 300 worked problems and proofs lead the student from experiment, through general principles of the theory, to modern applications. Advanced undergraduate and graduate students will benefit from

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Quantum Physics this new perspective on the fundamental physical paradigm and its applications. Contents: Introduction; Part I. Basic Features of Quantum Mechanics: 1. From classical mechanics to quantum mechanics; 2. Quantum observable and states; 3. Quantum dynamics; 4. Examples of quantum dynamics; 5. Density matrix; Part II. More Advanced Topics: 6. Angular momentum and spin; 7. Identical particles; 8. Symmetries and conservation laws; 9. The measurement problem; Part III. Matter and Light: 10. Perturbations and approximation methods; 11. Hydrogen and helium atoms; 12. Hydrogen molecular ion; 13. Quantum optics; Part IV. Quantum Information: State and Correlations: 14. Quantum theory of open systems; 15. State measurement in quantum mechanics; 16. Entanglement: non-separability; 17. Entanglement: quantum information; References; Index. 2009 246 x 189 mm 912pp 65 halftones 318 exercises 978-0-521-86963-8 Hardback c. £45.00 Publication April 2009

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Quantum Computer Science An Introduction N. David Mermin Cornell University, New York

A concise introduction to quantum computation for computer scientists who know nothing about quantum theory. ‘This is one of the finest books in the rapidly growing field of quantum information. Almost every page contains a unique insight or a novel interpretation. David Mermin has once again demonstrated his legendary pedagogical skills to produce a classic.’ Lov Grover, Bell Labs

Contents: Preface; 1. Cbits and Qbits; 2. General features and some simple examples; 3. Breaking RSA encryption with a quantum computer; 4. Searching with a quantum computer; 5. Quantum error correction; 6. Protocols that use just a few Qbits; Appendices; Index. 2007 246 x 189 mm 236pp 66 line figures 1 halftone 978-0-521-87658-2 Hardback £30.00 eBook available

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Quantum Mechanics for Scientists and Engineers David A. B. Miller Stanford University, California

By relating the principles of quantum mechanics to the practical applications in engineering, physics, and nanotechnology, students will develop an understanding of theoretical concepts through examples of nanostructured materials, optics, and semiconductor devices. The book focuses on students’ problem solving skills in worked examples and more than 160 homework problems. ‘This is an excellent introductory-level textbook on quantum mechanics for physicists and engineers. … The author is a leading expert in quantum devices and he writes the text with remarkable clarity and authority. It is highly recommended.’ Shun-Lien Chuang, Robert MacClinchie Distinguished Professor, University of Illinois

Contents: How to use this book; 1. Introduction; 2. Waves and quantum mechanics – Schrödinger’s equation; 3. The time-dependent Schrödinger equation; 4. Functions and operators; 5. Operators and quantum mechanics; 6. Approximation methods in quantum mechanics; 7. Timedependent perturbation theory; 8. Quantum mechanics in crystalline materials; 9. Angular momentum; 10. The hydrogen atom; 11. Methods for one-dimensional problems; 12. Spin; 13. Identical particles; 14. The density matrix; 15. Harmonic oscillators and photons; 16. Fermion operators; 17. Interaction of different kinds of particles; 18. Quantum information; 19. Interpretation of quantum mechanics; Appendices: A. Background mathematics; B. Background physics; C. Vector calculus; D. Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetism; E. Perturbing Hamiltonian for optical absorption; F. Early history of quantum mechanics; G. Some useful mathematical formulae; H. Greek alphabet; I. Fundamental constants; Bibliography; Memorization list. 2008 253 x 177 mm 574pp 73 line figures 978-0-521-89783-9 Hardback £42.99

Introduction to Quantum Theory Harry Paul Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin

Providing a deeper understanding of the microscopic world through quantum theory, this supplementary text is ideal for undergraduate and graduate students in quantum theory and quantum optics. It contains physical, rather than formal, explanations; mathematical formalism is kept to a

minimum; and theoretical discussions are combined with experimental results. Contents: Preface; 1. Unexpected findings; 2. Quantum states; 3. Measurement; 4. Correlations; 5. Philosophy; 6. Interaction; 7. Conservation laws; 8. Spin and statistics; 9. Macroscopic quantum effects; 10. Quantum computing; References; Index. 2008 247 x 174 mm 182pp 5 line figures 20 halftones 978-0-521-87693-3 Hardback £25.00 eBook available

Quantum Physics Michel Le Bellac Université de Nice, Sophia Antipolis

Textbook for a modern course on quantum physics for advanced undergraduate and graduate students. Review for the French edition: ‘This new text comes closest to the contemporary heart of the discipline and I cannot recommend it strongly enough to everyone interested in quantum mechanics, and especially students and teachers … this text is the best one available for a course designed to expose students to the role played by quantum mechanics in today’s world.’ Edouard Brézin, Bulletin de la Société Francaise de Physique

Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. Mathematics of quantum mechanics I: finite dimension; 3. Polarization: photons and spin 1/2 particles; 4. Postulates of quantum mechanics; 5. Systems with a finite number of levels; 6. Entangled states; 7. Mathematics of quantum mechanics II: infinite dimension; 8. Symmetries in quantum physics; 9. Wave mechanics; 10. Angular momentum; 11. The harmonic oscillator; 12. Elementary scattering theory; 13. Identical particles; 14. Atomic physics; 15. Open quantum systems; Appendices; References. 2006 247 x 174 mm 606pp 127 line figures 7 halftones 4 tables 130 exercises 978-0-521-85277-7 Hardback £47.00 eBook available

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A Short Introduction to Quantum Information and Quantum Computation Michel Le Bellac Université de Nice, Sophia Antipolis

Undergraduate book introduces quantum information and computation for physicists, mathematicians and computer scientists. ‘… stands above other worthy introductory books, such as Quantum Approach to Informatics by Stig

Quantum Physics / Mathematical Methods and Computational Physics Stenholm and Kalle-Antti Suominen (Wiley-Interscience, 2005). … Le Bellac’s book is designed as a selfcontained, short introduction … It fully succeeds in its mission.’ Physics Today

Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. What is a qubit?; 3. Manipulating qubits; 4. Quantum correlations; 5. Introduction to quantum computing; 6. Physical realizations; 7. Quantum information; References; Index. 2006 247 x 174 mm 178pp 45 line figures 978-0-521-86056-7 Hardback £31.00 eBook available

Mathematical Methods and Computational Physics Textbook

equations; 17. Eigenfunction methods for differential equations; 18. Special functions; 19. Quantum operators; 20. Partial differential equations: general and particular; 21. Partial differential equations: separation of variables; 22. Calculus of variations; 23. Integral equations; 24. Complex variables; 25. Application of complex variables; 26. Tensors; 27. Numerical methods; 28. Group theory; 29. Representation theory; 30. Probability; 31. Statistics; Index. 2006 247 x 174 mm 1362pp 235 line figures 820 exercises 978-0-521-86153-3 Hardback £85.00 978-0-521-67971-8 Paperback £37.00 eBook available

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Student Solution Manual for Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering Third Edition

Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering

K. F. Riley

A Comprehensive Guide Third edition K. F. Riley

Solutions manual contains complete worked solutions to half of the problems in Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering, Third Edition.

University of Cambridge

M. P. Hobson University of Cambridge

and S. J. Bence

Highly acclaimed undergraduate textbook teaches all the mathematics for undergraduate courses in the physical sciences. From reviews of previous editions: ‘…a great scientific textbook. It is a tour de force … to write mathematical sections that are both complete and at an appropriate academic level. The authors have clearly succeeded in this challenge, making this a remarkable pedagogical book … The choice of exercises is excellent and possibly the best feature of the book. In summary, this textbook is a great reference at undergraduate levels, particularly for those who like to teach or learn using lots of examples and exercises.’ R. Botet, European Journal of Physics

Contents: Prefaces; 1. Preliminary algebra; 2. Preliminary calculus; 3. Complex numbers and hyperbolic functions; 4. Series and limits; 5. Partial differentiation; 6. Multiple integrals; 7. Vector algebra; 8. Matrices and vector spaces; 9. Normal modes; 10. Vector calculus; 11. Line, surface and volume integrals; 12. Fourier series; 13. Integral transforms; 14. First-order ordinary differential equations; 15. Higherorder ordinary differential equations; 16. Series solutions of ordinary differential

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and M. P. Hobson University of Cambridge

Contents: Preface; 1. Preliminary algebra; 2. Preliminary calculus; 3. Complex numbers and hyperbolic functions; 4. Series and limits; 5. Partial differentiation; 6. Multiple integrals; 7. Vector algebra; 8. Matrices and vector spaces; 9. Normal modes; 10. Vector calculus; 11. Line, surface and volume integrals; 12. Fourier series; 13. Integral transforms; 14. First-order ordinary differential equations; 15. Higherorder ordinary differential equations; 16. Series solutions of ordinary differential equations; 17. Eigenfunction methods for differential equations; 18. Special functions; 19. Quantum operators; 20. Partial differential equations: general and particular; 21. Partial differential equations: separation of variables; 22. Calculus of variations; 23. Integral equations; 24. Complex variables; 25. Application of complex variables; 26. Tensors; 27. Numerical methods; 28. Group theory; 29. Representation theory; 30. Probability; 31. Statistics. 2006 247 x 174 mm 544pp 26 line figures 419 exercises 978-0-521-67973-2 Paperback £14.99 eBook available

3rd Edition Set

Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering Ken F. Riley University of Cambridge

Mike P. Hobson University of Cambridge

and Stephen J. Bence

Set comprising the third edition of acclaimed textbook and its solutions manual, for undergraduate mathematics courses in the physical sciences. ‘… the book provides scientists who need to use the tool of mathematics for practical purposes with a single, comprehensive book. I recommend this book not only to students in physics and engineering sciences, but also to students in other fields of natural sciences.’ P. Steward, Optik ‘… suitable as a textbook for undergraduate use … this is a book that in view of its content and its modest softcover price, will find its way on to many bookshelves.’ Nigel Steele, The Times Higher Education Supplement ‘Riley et al. has clear, thorough and straightforward explanations of the subjects treated. It rigorously adopts a three-stage approach throughout the book: first a heuristic, intuitive introduction, then a formal treatment, and finally one or two examples. This consistent presentation, the layout, and the print quality make the book most attractive … and value for money. It contains a thousand pages, there are plenty of exercises with each chapter.’ J. M. Thijssen, European Journal of Physics 2006 247 x 174 mm 1910pp 261 line figures 820 exercises 978-0-521-68339-5 Third Edition Set £47.00

Mathematics for Physics A Guided Tour for Graduate Students Michael Stone University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

and Paul Goldbart University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

An engagingly-written account of mathematical tools and ideas, this book provides a graduate-level introduction to the mathematics used in research in physics. Topics are illustrated through carefully chosen examples, exercises and problems drawn from realistic physics settings. Solutions

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Mathematical Methods and Computational Physics to the exercises are available at www.cambridge.org/9780521854030. Contents: Preface; 1. Calculus of variations; 2. Function spaces; 3. Linear ordinary differential equations; 4. Linear differential operators; 5. Green functions; 6. Partial differential equations; 7. The mathematics of real waves; 8. Special functions; 9. Integral equations; 10. Vectors and tensors; 11. Differential calculus on manifolds; 12. Integration on manifolds; 13. An introduction to differential topology; 14. Group and group representations; 15. Lie groups; 16. The geometry of fibre bundles; 17. Complex analysis I; 18. Applications of complex variables; 19. Special functions and complex variables; Appendixes; Reference; Index. 2009 246 x 189 mm 760pp 100 halftones 313 exercises 978-0-521-85403-0 Hardback c. £45.00 Publication April 2009

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An Introduction to Computational Physics Second edition Tao Pang University of Nevada, Las Vegas

A second edition of a successful advanced textbook, it now includes program listings in JavaTM. ‘This is an excellent textbook for course on computational physics and scientific computation.’ Zentralblatt MATH

Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. Approximation of a function; 3. Numerical calculus; 4. Ordinary differential equations; 5. Numerical methods for matrices; 6. Spectral analysis; 7. Partial differential equations; 8. Molecular dynamics simulations; 9. Modeling continuous systems; 10. Monte Carlo simulations; 11. Genetic algorithm and programming; 12. Numerical renormalization; References. 2006 246 x 189 mm 402pp 37 line figures 5 halftones 3 tables 169 exercises 978-0-521-82569-6 Hardback £42.00 eBook available

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Computational Physics Second edition Jos Thijssen Technische Universiteit Delft, The Netherlands

Fully updated new edition for graduate students and researchers in theoretical, computational and experimental physics. ‘The growing importance of computational physics to physics research as a whole will depend not only on increasingly powerful computers, but also on the continuing development of algorithms and

numerical techniques for putting these machines to use. Furthermore, physics departments will need to augment their curricula to provide students with the skills needed to perform research using computers … In Computational Physics, Joseph M. Thijssen has produced a book that is well suited to meeting these needs … This book makes it easier to approach a new topic and encourages the reader to consider a modular approach when writing programs.’ Physics Today

Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. Quantum scattering with a spherically symmetric potential; 3. The variational method for the Schrödinger equation; 4. The HartreeFock method; 5. Density functional theory; 6. Solving the Schrödinger equation in periodic solids; 7. Classical equilibrium statistical mechanics; 8. Molecular dynamics simulations; 9. Quantum molecular dynamics; 10. The Monte Carlo method; 11. Transfer matrix and diagonalisation of spin chains; 12. Quantum Monte Carlo methods; 13. The infinite element method for partial differential equations; 14. The lattice Boltzmann method for fluid dynamics; 15. Computational methods for lattice field theories; 16. High performance computing and parallelism; Appendix A. Numerical methods; Appendix B. Random number generators; References; Index. 2007 247 x 174 mm 636pp 80 line figures 10 halftones 72 exercises 978-0-521-83346-2 Hardback £45.00

Ab Initio Molecular Dynamics Basic Theory and Advanced Methods Dominik Marx Ruhr-Universität, Bochum, Germany

and Jürg Hutter Universität Zürich

The first coherent presentation of this rapidly growing field, this fascinating text for graduate students and researchers covers a vast range of methods and their applications, from basic theory to advanced methods. It contains systematic derivations of various techniques, and discusses the special features of the Car-Parrinello approach. Contents: Part I. Basic Techniques: 1. Setting the stage: why ab initio molecular dynamics?; 2. Getting started: unifying Md and electronic structure; 3. Implementation: using the plane wave basis set; 4. Atoms with plane waves: accurate pseudopotentials; Part II. Advanced Techniques: 5. Beyond standard ab initio molecular dynamics; 6. Beyond norm-

conserving pseudopotentials; 7. Computing properties; 8. Parallel computing; Part III. Applications: 9. From materials to biomolecules; 10. Properties from ab initio simulations; 11. Outlook; References; Index. 2009 247 x 174 mm 584pp 978-0-521-89863-8 Hardback c. £45.00 Publication March 2009

Lie Groups, Physics, and Geometry An Introduction for Physicists, Engineers and Chemists Robert Gilmore Drexel University, Philadelphia

Concentrating on the applications of Lie group theory to physical sciences and applied mathematics, this is a fascinating introduction to Lie groups for graduate and undergraduate students in physics, mathematics and electrical engineering, as well as researchers in these fields. Problems are given at the end of each chapter. Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. Lie groups; 2. Matrix groups; 4. Lie algebras; 5. Matrix algebras; 6. Operator algebras; 7. Exponentiation; 8. Structure theory for Lie algebras; 9. Structure theory for simple Lie algebras; 10. Root spaces and Dykin diagrams; 11. Real forms; 12. Riemannian symmetric spaces; 13. Contraction; 14. Hydrogenic atoms; 15. Maxwell’s equations; 16. Lie groups and differential equations; References; Index. 2008 247 x 174 mm 332pp 33 line figures 2 halftones 196 exercises 978-0-521-88400-6 Hardback £40.00 eBook available

Numerical Recipes The Art of Scientific Computing Third edition William H. Press University of Texas, Austin

Saul A. Teukolsky Cornell University, New York

William T. Vetterling ZINK Imaging. LLC

and Brian P. Flannery Exxon Mobil Corporation

The third edition of Numerical Recipes has wider coverage than ever before. New chapters cover classification and inference and computational geometry; new sections include MCMC, interior point methods, and an updated, expanded treatment of ODEs, all with completely new routines in C++. For more information, or to buy the book, visit www.cambridge.org/ numericalrecipes. For support, or to

Mathematical Methods and Computational Physics / Statistical Physics subscribe to an online version, please visit www.nr.com. Contents: 1. Preliminaries; 2. Solution of linear algebraic equations; 3. Interpolation and extrapolation; 4. Integration of functions; 5. Evaluation of functions; 6. Special functions; 7. Random numbers; 8. Sorting and selection; 9. Root finding and nonlinear sets of equations; 10. Minimization or maximization of functions; 11. Eigensystems; 12. Fast Fourier transform; 13. Fourier and spectral applications; 14. Statistical description of data; 15. Modeling of data; 16. Classification and inference; 17. Integration of ordinary differential equations; 18. Two point boundary value problems; 19. Integral equations and inverse theory; 20. Partial differential equations; 21. Computational geometry; 22. Lessnumerical algorithms; References. 2007 253 x 177 mm 1256pp 37 tables 978-0-521-88068-8 3rd Edition £45.00

Numerical Recipes Source Code CD-ROM The Art of Scientific Computing Third edition William H. Press University of Texas, Austin

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A First Course in Computational Physics and Object-Oriented Programming with C++ David Yevick University of Waterloo, Ontario

Textbook and reference work on the application of C++ in science and engineering. ‘… guides beginning and intermediate programmers through the difficult aspects of scientific computing.’ Numerical Algorithms

Contents: Part I. Basic C++ Programming; Part II. Numerical Analysis; Part III. Pointers, References and Dynamic Memory Allocation; Part IV. Advanced Numerical Examples; Part V. Appendices. 2005 246 x 189 mm 418pp 4 tables 978-0-521-82778-2 Hardback £48.00

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Saul A. Teukolsky Cornell University, New York

William T. Vetterling Polaroid Corporation, Cambridge, Massachusetts

and Brian P. Flannery Exxon Research and Engineering, New Jersey

This CDROM contains complete source code in C++ for the brand-new Numerical Recipes, Third Edition, plus source code from all earlier editions. 2007 978-0-521-70685-8 3rd Edition £45.00

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The complete Numerical Recipes 3rd edition book/CD bundle, with a hundred new routines, 2 new chapters and much more. 2007 253 x 177 mm 1256pp 978-0-521-88407-5 3rd Edition £80.00

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Statistical Physics of Particles Mehran Kardar Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Textbook on statistical physics for graduate and advanced undergraduate courses. ‘Statistical Physics of Particles is the welcome result of an innovative and popular graduate course Kardar has been teaching at MIT for almost twenty years. It is a masterful account of the essentials of a subject which played a vital role in the development of twentieth century physics, not only surviving, but enriching the development of quantum mechanics. Its importance to science in the future can only increase with the rise of subjects such as quantitative biology. Statistical Physics of Fields builds on the foundation laid by the Statistical Physics of Particles, with an account of the revolutionary developments of the past 35 years, many of which were facilitated by renormalization group ideas. Much of the subject matter is inspired by problems in condensed matter physics, with a number of pioneering contributions originally due to Kardar himself. This lucid exposition should be of particular

interest to theorists with backgrounds in field theory and statistical mechanics.’ David R. Nelson, Arthur K Solomon Professor of Biophysics, Harvard University

Contents: 1. Thermodynamics; 2. Probability; 3. Kinetic theory of gases; 4. Classical statistical mechanics; 5. Interacting particles; 6. Quantum statistical mechanics; 7. Ideal quantum gases; Solutions to selected problems; Index. 2007 246 x 189 mm 330pp 65 line figures 29 halftones 89 exercises 978-0-521-87342-0 Hardback £40.00 eBook available

Statistical Physics of Fields Mehran Kardar Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Textbook on statistical field theories for advanced graduate courses in statistical physics. ‘In this much-needed modern text, Kardar presents a remarkably clear view of statistical mechanics as a whole, revealing the relationships between different parts of this diverse subject. In two volumes, the classical beginnings of thermodynamics are connected smoothly to a thoroughly modern view of fluctuation effects, stochastic dynamics, and renormalization and scaling theory. Students will appreciate the precision and clarity in which difficult concepts are presented in generality and by example. I particularly like the wealth of interesting and instructive problems inspired by diverse phenomena throughout physics (and beyond!), which illustrate the power and broad applicability of statistical mechanics.’ Leon Balents, Department of Physics, University of California, Santa Barbara

Contents: 1. Collective behaviour, from particles to fields; 2. Statistical fields; 3. Fluctuations; 4. The scaling hypothesis; 5. Perturbative renormalization group; 6. Lattice systems; 7. Series expansions; 8. Beyond spin waves; 9. Dissipative dynamics; 10. Directed paths in random media; Solutions to selected problems; Index. 2007 246 x 189 mm 370pp 104 line figures 11 halftones 65 exercises 978-0-521-87341-3 Hardback £40.00

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An Introduction to Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics Second edition Keith Stowe California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Completely rewritten introductory textbook for standard undergraduate courses in thermodynamics; includes problems and solutions. Contents: Part I. Introduction; Part II. Small Systems; Part III. Energy and the First Law; Part IV. States and the Second Law; Part V. Constraints; Part VI. Classical Statistics; Part VII. Quantum Statistics. 2007 246 x 189 mm 570pp 168 line figures 7 halftones 978-0-521-86557-9 Hardback £36.00 eBook available

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Elements of Statistical Mechanics With an Introduction to Quantum Field Theory and Numerical Simulation Ivo Sachs Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munchen

Siddhartha Sen Trinity College, Dublin

and James Sexton Trinity College, Dublin

A concise textbook introducing key concepts, tools and applications of modern statistical mechanics. Contents: 1. The problem; 2. Statistical mechanics; 3. Variations of a theme; 4. Handling interactions; 5. Monte Carlo integration; 6. Numerical molecular dynamics; 7. Quantum statistical mechanics; 8. Astrophysics; 9. Non-relativistic quantum field theory; 10. Superfluidity; 11. Path integrals; 12. A second look; 13. Phase transitions and the renormalization group. 2006 247 x 174 mm 346pp 3 tables 84 exercises 978-0-521-84198-6 Hardback £43.00 eBook available

Dynamical Processes on Complex Networks Alain Barrat Centre de Physique Théorique, Marseille

Marc Barthélemy Commissariat à l’Energie Atomique (CEA)

and Alessandro Vespignani Indiana University

An in-depth account on the effect of complex connectivity patterns on dynamical phenomena, this book will interest graduate students and researchers in many disciplines, from physics and statistical mechanics, to mathematical biology and information

science. Its modular approach allows readers to easily access the sections of most interest to them. Contents: 1. Preliminaries: networks and graphs; 2. Networks and complexity; 3. Network models; 4. Introduction to dynamical processes: theory and simulation; 5. Phase transitions on complex networks; 6. Resilience and robustness of networks; 7. Synchronization phenomena in networks; 8. Walking and searching on networks; 9. Epidemic spreading in population networks; 10. Social networks and collective behaviour; 11. Traffic on complex networks; 12. Networks in biology; 13. Postface: critically examining complex networks science; Appendixes; References; Index. 2008 247 x 174 mm 368pp 45 halftones 978-0-521-87950-7 Hardback £40.00

Chaos and Coarse Graining in Statistical Mechanics Patrizia Castiglione Editions Belin, Paris

mathematical theory to understand nonequilibrium steady states. 2008 247 x 174 328pp 25 line figures 5 halftones 978-0-521-85791-8 Hardback £70.00 eBook available

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Statistical Mechanics From First Principles to Macroscopic Phenomena J. Woods Halley University of Minnesota

Presents a ‘reductionist’ view of statistical mechanics, suitable for a one year graduate course. Contents: Part I. Foundations of Equilibrium Statistical Mechanics; Part II. States of Matter in Equilibrium Statistical Physics; Part III. Dynamics. 2006 247 x 174 mm 296pp 69 line figures 50 exercises 978-0-521-82575-7 Hardback £36.00 eBook available

Massimo Falcioni Università degli Studi di Roma ‘La Sapienza’, Italy

Annick Lesne Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS), Paris

and Angelo Vulpiani Università degli Studi di Roma ‘La Sapienza’, Italy

Presenting the basic concepts of chaotic systems, introducing the tools to characterize the non asymptotic behaviors of chaotic systems, and with an emphasis on systems composed by a huge number of particles, this text will interest researchers and graduate students in statistical mechanics and chaos. 2008 247 x 174 mm 280pp 35 line figures 978-0-521-89593-4 Hardback £65.00 eBook available

Statistical Mechanics of Nonequilibrium Liquids Second edition Denis J. Evans Australian National University, Canberra

and Gary Morriss University of New South Wales, Sydney

Designed for both researchers in the field and graduate students of physics, this book charts the development and theoretical analysis of molecular dynamics as applied to equilibrium and non-equilibrium systems. It connects molecular dynamics simulation with the

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A Modern Approach to Critical Phenomena Igor Herbut Simon Fraser University, British Columbia

Introduction to critical phenomena for graduates and researchers in condensed matter physics and statistical physics. ‘This relatively short and extremely well written book is what i would recommend to every graduate student in condensed matter physics as compulsory reading. …I am sure the students will appreciate its manageable size and conciseness, its crisp argumentation as well as its elegant and not overwhelming mathematical proofs.’ Journal of Statistical Physics

Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. GinzburgLandau-Wilson theory; 3. Renormalization group; 4. Superconducting transition; 5. Near lower critical dimension; 6. Kosterlitz-Thouless transition; 7. Duality in higher dimensions; 8. Quantum phase transitions; Appendix A. HubbardStratonovich transformation; Appendix B. Linked-cluster theorem; Appendix C. Gauge fixing for long-range order; Appendix D. Bibliography; Index. 2007 247 x 174 mm 220pp 55 line figures 67 exercises 978-0-521-85452-8 Hardback £36.00 eBook available

Statistical Physics / Econophysics Granular Physics Anita Mehta Harvard University, Massachusetts

Account of recent developments in granular physics for researchers in statistical and mathematical physics. 2007 247 x 174 mm 318pp 84 line figures 27 halftones 978-0-521-66078-5 Hardback £75.00 eBook available

Econophysics Interest Rates and Coupon Bonds in Quantum Finance Belal E. Baaquie

and option theory; 16. American options for coupon bonds and interest rates; 17. Hamiltonian derivation of coupon bond options; Appendixes; Glossaries; List of symbols; Reference; Index.

some more specific problems; 18. Options: minimum variance Monte-Carlo; 19. The yield curve; 20. Simple mechanisms for anomalous price statistics; Index of most important symbols; Index.

2009 247 x 174 mm 550pp 25 halftones 978-0-521-88928-5 Hardback c. £50.00 Publication July 2009

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Theory of Financial Risk and Derivative Pricing From Statistical Physics to Risk Management Second edition Jean-Philippe Bouchaud Centre Commissariat à l’Energie Atomique (CEA), Saclay

National University of Singapore

and Marc Potters

The principles of quantum finance provide a comprehensive theoretical platform for modeling all forms of financial instruments, in particular, the imperfect correlations between forward interest rates of different maturities. Focusing almost exclusively on interest rates and coupon bonds, this book does not employ stochastic calculus for any of the derivations. Instead, interest rates and coupon bonds are studied using quantum finance, providing readers with a completely different perspective on finance. The Libor Market Model and the Heath-Jarrow-Morton models are generalized to imperfectly correlated interest rates by modeling the forward interest rates as a quantum field. Theoretical models are calibrated and tested using bond and interest rate data from the market. This ground-breaking book brings together an entire collection of theoretical and mathematical models that have so far not been employed in finance. It will interest physicists and mathematicians researching in finance, and professionals working in the finance industry.

Capital Fund Management

Contents: 1. Synopsis; 2. Interest rates and coupon bonds; 3. Options and option theory; 4. Interest rate and coupon bond options; 5. Quantum field theory of bond forward interest rates; 6. Libor Market Model of interest rates; 7. Empirical analysis of forward interest rates; 8. Libor Market Model of interest rate options; 9. Numeraires for bond forward interest rates; 10. Empirical analysis of interest rate caps; 11. Coupon bond European and Asian options; 12. Empirical analysis of interest rate swaptions; 13. Correlation of coupon bond options; 14. Hedging interest rate options; 15. Interest rate Hamiltonian

The substantially expanded second edition of this ground-breaking book summarizes the recent theoretical developments in statistical tools to measure financial markets. A classic reference for graduate students and researchers working in econophysics, and professionals in the analytical markets. From reviews of the first edition: ‘… provides a very useful stepping stone to understand the limitations of the Black-Scholes world to that of a more generalized theory of financial markets … Bouchard and Potters will then provide the reader with an insight and generalization that they may otherwise miss with direct application of more ‘traditional’ theory to the financial markets. To the experienced reader of financial theory, the book provides a useful reminder of the limitations of traditional theories and a number of useful tools that can be used in the more generalized world of financial risk.’ David A. Scott C. Math. FIMA, Mathematics Today

Contents: Foreword; Preface; 1. Probability theory: basic notions; 2. Maximum and addition of random variables; 3. Continuous time limit, Ito calculus and path integrals; 4. Analysis of empirical data; 5. Financial products and financial markets; 6. Statistics of real prices: basic results; 7. Non-linear correlations and volatility fluctuations; 8. Skewness and price-volatility correlations; 9.Cross-correlations; 10. Risk measures; 11. Extreme correlations and variety; 12. Optimal portfolios; 13. Futures and options: fundamental concepts; 14. Options: hedging and residual risk; 15. Options: the role of drift and correlations; 16. Options: the Black and Scholes model; 17. Options:

Quantum Finance Path Integrals and Hamiltonians for Options and Interest Rates Belal E. Baaquie National University of Singapore

This book applies techniques from quantum mechanics and quantum field theory to financial physics. Contents: Part I. Fundamental Concepts of Finance; Part II. Systems with Finite Number of Degrees of Freedom; Part III. Quantum Field Theory of Interest Rates Models. 2007 247 x 174 mm 336pp 5 tables 978-0-521-71478-5 Paperback £33.00 eBook available

Driving Forces in Physical, Biological and Socio-economic Phenomena A Network Science Investigation of Social Bonds and Interactions Bertrand M. Roehner Université de Paris VII

Multi-disciplinary book on network theory for graduate students and researchers in sociology and econophysics. Contents: Part I. Bridging the Gap Between Physics and the Social Sciences; Part II. Macro Interactions; Part III. Micro Interactions. 2007 247 x 174 mm 272pp 73 line figures 978-0-521-85910-3 Hardback £41.00 eBook available

Patterns of Speculation A Study in Observational Econophysics Bertrand M. Roehner Université de Paris VII

An introductory student text giving insights into economics as seen from the perspective of physics. ‘I shall not attempt to summarise here Roehner’s proposal for a theoretical framework that would recognise a pattern in speculative bubble situations. Professionally involved readers, for whom this book is a must-read, can enjoy discovering it for themselves as much as I did.’ Rudi Bogni, The Times Higher Education Supplement

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Econophysics / Biological Physics ‘… a rewarding and worthwhile read. As an introduction to the subject it has much to offer on the way complex problems, not just in economics or econophysics, should be addressed.’ R. Toumi and P. S. Wilson, Contemporary Physics

Contents: Part I. Econophysics; Part II. How Do Markets Work?; Part III. Regularities in Speculative Episodes; Part IV. Theoretical Framework. 2002 247 x 174 mm 248pp 69 line figures 39 tables 978-0-521-80263-5 Hardback £55.00 978-0-521-67573-4 Paperback £21.99 eBook available

Introduction to Econophysics Correlations and Complexity in Finance Rosario N. Mantegna Università degli Studi, Palermo, Italy

and H. Eugene Stanley Boston University

This book on econophysics explores the applications of ideas from physics to financial and economic systems. ‘Clearly and concisely written, this book provides an excellent introduction to the problem of understanding the empirical statistical properties of prices.’ Doyne Farmer, Prediction Company, Santa Fe and the Santa Fe Institute

Contents: Preface; 1. Introduction; 2. Efficient market hypothesis; 3. Random walk; 4. Lévy stochastic processes and limit theorems; 5. Scales in financial data; 6. Stationarity and time correlation; 7. Time correlation in financial time series; 8. Stochastic models of price dynamics; 9. Scaling and its breakdown; 10. ARCH and GARCH processes; 11. Financial markets and turbulence; 12. Correlation and anticorrelation between stocks; 13. Taxonomy of a stock portfolio; 14. Options in idealized markets; 15. Options in real markets; Appendix A: notation guide; Appendix B: martingales; References; Index. 2007 247 x 174 mm 164pp 63 line figures 978-0-521-03987-1 Paperback £19.99 eBook available

Biological Physics Protein Condensation Kinetic Pathways to Crystallization and Disease James D. Gunton Lehigh University, Pennsylvania

Andrey Shiryayev Lehigh University, Pennsylvania

and Daniel L. Pagan Lehigh University, Pennsylvania

For an interdisciplinary graduate and academic audience, this book describes protein crystallization from solution. The first part explains the production of high quality protein crystals, which is necessary to understand protein structure and function. The second part concerns the aggregation of proteins in undesirable ways, which can cause disease. 2007 247 x 174 mm 376pp 112 line figures 35 halftones 34 plates 8 tables 978-0-521-85121-3 Hardback £75.00 eBook available

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Methods in Molecular Biophysics Structure, Dynamics, Function Igor N. Serdyuk Institute of Protein Research, Moscow

Nathan R. Zaccai University of Bristol

and Joseph Zaccai Institut de Biologie Structurale and Institut Laue Langevine, Grenoble

Advanced textbook describing the key physical methods used in molecular biophysics. ‘… a valuable contribution to the field. … There is nothing quite like it at the moment.’ Sir Tom Blundell FRS, FMedSci , Professor and Head, Department of Biochemistry, University of Cambridge

Contents: Foreword; Preface; 1. Biological macromolecules and physical tools; 2. Mass spectroscopy; 3. Thermodynamics; 4. Hydrodynamics; 5. Optical spectroscopy; 6. Optical microscopy; 7. X-ray and neutron diffraction; 8. Electron diffraction; 9. Molecular dynamics; 10. Nuclear magnetic resonance; References. 2007 246 x 189 mm 1136pp 400 line figures 150 plates 978-0-521-81524-6 Hardback £55.00 eBook available

Cytoskeletal Mechanics Models and Measurements Edited by Mohammad R. K. Mofrad University of California, Berkeley

and Roger D. Kamm Massachusetts Institute of Technology

This book presents diverse views on approaches to modeling cell mechanics. Contents: 1. Introduction and the biological basis for cell mechanics; 2. Experimental measurements of intracellular mechanics; 3. The cytoskeleton as a soft glassy material; 4. Continuum elastic or viscoelastic models for the cell; 5. Multiphasic models of cell mechanics; 6. Models of cytoskeletal mechanics based on tensegrity; 7. Cells, gels and mechanics; 8. Polymer-based models of cytoskeletal networks; 9. Cell dynamics and the actin cytoskeleton; 10. Active cellular motion: continuum theories and models; 11. Summary. Cambridge Texts in Biomedical Engineering

2006 253 x 177 mm 252pp 3 tables 978-0-521-84637-0 Hardback £38.00 eBook available

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Biological Physics of the Developing Embryo Gabor Forgacs University of Missouri, Columbia

and Stuart A. Newman New York Medical College

Advanced textbook that uses physics to analyze stages and components of the biological development process. ‘There is no shortage of textbooks devoted to development biology, but it is remarkably rare to find any substantial treatment of physical considerations … Forgacs and Newman have … done the developmental biology community a great service … An interesting feature of this book is the inclusion of a substantial amount of material on models of genetic/biochemical networks and pattern formation …’ Nick Monk, University of Sheffield

‘… one way to describe [the book] is to say that it is an extension of D’Arcy Thompson’s great work … I should not omit to mention the illustrations, which are artistic. Students with a background in physics, chemistry or mathematics, and an interest in biological problems, will benefit greatly from this book … Forgacs and Newman have assimilated much from a vast and diverse literature. They manage to convey a great deal of information, interesting in itself …

Biological Physics / Nonlinear Science my guess is that most developmental biologists will be familiar with only a tiny part of it.’ Current Science

Contents: Introduction; 1. The cell: fundamental unit of developmental systems; 2. Cleavage and blastula formation; 3. Cell states: stability, oscillation, differentiation; 4. Cell adhesion, compartmentalization and lumen formation; 5. Epithelial morphogenesis: gastrulation and neurulation; 6. Mesenchymal morphogenesis; 7. Pattern formation: segmentation, axes and asymmetry; 8. Organogenesis; 9. Fertilization: generating one living dynamical system from two; 10. Evolution of developmental mechanisms; Glossary; References; Index. 2005 246 x 189 mm 346pp 110 line figures 978-0-521-78337-8 Hardback £42.00 eBook available

Chemical Biophysics Quantitative Analysis of Cellular Systems Daniel A. Beard Medical College of Wisconsin

and Hong Qian University of Washington

Chemical Biophysics provides an engineering-based approach to biochemical system analysis for graduate level courses on systems biology, computational bioengineering and molecular biophysics. It is the first textbook to apply rigorous physical chemistry principles to mathematical and computational modelling of biochemical systems for an interdisciplinary audience. ‘This is one of the most useful and readable accounts of biochemical thermodynamics that I have seen for a long time, if indeed ever. It is very definitely a book that I shall want to have on my shelves and to refer others to, because it contains a considerable amount of information not easy to find elsewhere.’ Athel Cornish-Bowden, Directeur de Recherche, CNRS, Marseilles Cambridge Texts in Biomedical Engineering

2008 247 x 174 mm 336pp 94 line figures 55 exercises 978-0-521-87070-2 Hardback £40.00 eBook available

Nonlinear Science

Pattern Formation and Dynamics in Nonequilibrium Systems

Dynamics of Self-Organized and Self-Assembled Structures

Michael C. Cross

Rashmi C. Desai University of Toronto

and Raymond Kapral University of Toronto

Describing how pattern formation processes occur and how they can be modeled, this inter-disciplinary book is ideal for graduate courses. It is also a useful reference in a number of disciplines, including condensed matter science, nonequilibrium statistical mechanics, nonlinear dynamics, chemical biophysics, materials science, and engineering. Contents: Preface; 1. Self-organized and self-assembled structures; 2. Order parameter, free energy and phase transitions; 3. Free energy functional; 4. Phase separation kinetics; 5. Langevin model for nonconserved order parameter systems; 6. Langevin model for conserved order parameter systems; 7. Interface dynamics at late times; 8. Domain growth and structure factor for model B; 9. Order parameter correlation function; 10. Vector order parameter and topological defects; 11. Liquid crystals; 12. LifshitzSlyozov-Wagner theory; 13. Systems with long-range repulsive interactions; 14. Kinetics of systems with competing interactions; 15. Competing interactions and defect dynamics; 16. Diffusivelyrough interfaces; 17. Morphological instability in solid films; 18. Propagating chemical fronts; 19. Transverse front instabilities; 20. Cubic autocatalytic fronts; 21. Competing interactions and front repulsion; 22. Labyrinthine patterns in chemical systems; 23. Turing patterns; 24. Excitable media; 25. Oscillatory media and complex Ginzburg-Landau equation; 26. Spiral waves and defect turbulence; 27. Complex-oscillatory media; 28. Resonantly-forced oscillatory media; 29. Nonequilibrium patterns in laserinduced melting; 30. Reaction dynamics and phase segregation; 31. Active materials; References; Index. 2009 247 x 174 mm 360pp 60 halftones 978-0-521-88361-0 Hardback c. £40.00 Publication April 2009

California Institute of Technology

and Henry Greenside Duke University, North Carolina

Designed for graduate students in biology, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, and physics, this introductory textbook provides a systematic account of the experiments, simulations, and theory that explain how complex patterns form in sustained nonequilibrium systems. It contains numerous illustrative worked examples, and over 150 exercises. Contents: Preface; 1. Introduction; 2. Linear instability: basics; 3. Linear instability: application to reacting and diffusing chemicals; 4. Nonlinear states; 5. Models; 6. One-dimensional amplitude equation; 7. Amplitude equations for two-dimensional patterns; 8. Defects and fronts; 9. Patterns far from threshold; 10. Oscillatory patterns; 11. Excitable media; 12. Numerical methods; Appendixes; References; Index. 2009 247 x 174 mm 536pp 54 halftones 154 exercises 30 worked examples 978-0-521-77050-7 Hardback c. £45.00 Publication May 2009

Stochastic Resonance From Suprathreshold Stochastic Resonance to Stochastic Signal Quantization Mark D. McDonnell Institute for Telecommunications Research, University of South Australia and University of Adelaide

Nigel G. Stocks University of Warwick

Charles E. M. Pearce University of Adelaide

and Derek Abbott University of Adelaide

Ideal for researchers in fields from computational neuroscience through to electronic engineering, this book addresses theoretical aspects of stochastic quantization, in the context of the suprathreshold stochastic resonance effect. Each chapter ends with a review of the main points, and open questions to guide researchers in finding new research directions. 2008 247 x 174 mm 448pp 115 line figures 10 halftones 978-0-521-88262-0 Hardback £80.00 eBook available

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Chaotic Dynamics An Introduction Based on Classical Mechanics Tamás Tél Loránd Eötvös University, Budapest

and Márton Gruiz

History, Philosophy and Foundations of Physics

Loránd Eötvös University, Budapest

A clear introduction to chaotic phenomena for undergraduate students in science, engineering, and mathematics. ‘… a well-organised, beautifully illustrated volume covering the main points of chaotic dynamical systems, using intuitive mechanical examples to motivate clear and lucid discussions … It is certainly a book intended to teach or learn from … Throughout the work self-contained text capsules appear, expanding on issues raised in the discussions, and containing excellent summaries, histories, explanations and more potential applications … excellent layout and ordering … I would happily lend this book to any student wishing to begin learning the subject of chaotic dynamics, but I would certainly also demand its return.’ Rob Sturman, University of Leeds

Contents: Introduction; Part I. The Phenomenon: Complex Motion, Unusual Geometry: 1. Chaotic motions; 2. Fractal objects; Part II. Preparatory Concepts: 3. Regular motions; 4. Driven motions; Part III. Investigation of Chaotic Motion: 5. Chaos in dissipative systems; 6. Transient chaos in dissipative systems; 7. Chaos in conservative systems; 8. Chaotic scattering; 9. Applications of chaos; 10. Epilogue, outlook; Part IV. Miscellaneous: 11. Appendices; 12. Solutions to problems; 13. Bibliography. 2006 247 x 174 mm 412pp 280 line figures 24 halftones 28 plates 11 tables 150 exercises 978-0-521-83912-9 Hardback £70.00 978-0-521-54783-3 Paperback £39.00 eBook available

On Space and Time Edited by Shahn Majid Queen Mary, University of London

With contributions by Alain Connes Michael Heller Roger Penrose John Polkinghorne and Andrew Taylor

What is the true nature of space and time? These concepts are at the heart of science, but they remain deeply wrapped in enigma. Their structure at both the smallest pre-subatomic and the largest cosmological levels continues to defy modern physics and may require revolutionary new ideas for which science is still grasping. This unique volume brings together world leaders in cosmology, particle physics, quantum gravity, mathematics, philosophy and theology, to provide fresh insights into the deep structure of space and time. Andrew Taylor explains the evidence for dark matter and dark energy. Shahn Majid argues that space and time should be quantum. Roger Penrose explains what in his view comes before the ‘Big Bang’. Alain Connes argues that matter is geometry as a fine structure to spacetime. Michael Heller explores the philosophical and theological implications of spacetime. John Polkinghorne argues for a theory of how time unfolds. Contributors: A. N. Taylor, S. Majid, R. Penrose, A. Connes, M. Heller, J. C. Polkinghorne 2008 228 x 152 mm 320pp 15 line figures 30 halftones 978-0-521-88926-1 Hardback £13.99

Heisenberg and the Interpretation of Quantum Mechanics The Physicist as Philosopher Kristian Camilleri University of Melbourne

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Index A

Ab Initio Molecular Dynamics.................18 Abbott, Derek........................................23 Advanced Condensed Matter Physics........3 Aitchison, Ian...........................................7 Akkermans, Eric........................................4 Altland, Alexander....................................4 Ansorg, Marcus......................................12 Approaches to Quantum Gravity.............15 Auletta, Gennaro....................................15

Davis, Christopher C.................................1 Dereniak, Eustace L..................................2 Dereniak, Teresa D....................................2 Desai, Rashmi C.....................................23 Di Ventra, Massimiliano............................4 Differential Geometry and Lie Groups for Physicists.......................................12 Dine, Michael...........................................7 Discovering the Expanding Universe.......25 Dodd, J. E.................................................8 Donnachie, A. . ........................................8 Doran, Chris...........................................10 Driving Forces in Physical, Biological and Socio-economic Phenomena................21 Dynamical Processes on Complex Networks............................................20 Dynamics of One-Dimensional Quantum Systems.................................................6 Dynamics of Self-Organized and SelfAssembled Structures..........................23

B Baaquie, Belal E.....................................21 Bacciagaluppi, Guido..............................24 Baer, Howard...........................................8 Bala, Krishna............................................3 Banks, Tom...............................................6 Barrat, Alain...........................................20 Barthélemy, Marc...................................20 Beard, Daniel A......................................23 Becker, Katrin...........................................9 Becker, Melanie........................................9 Bellan, Paul M........................................13 Bence, S. J..............................................17 Bence, Stephen J.....................................17 Bengtsson, Ingemar................................10 Bettini, Alessandro...................................7 Bieri, Lydia.............................................25 Bigi, I. I..................................................13 Biological Physics of the Developing Embryo...............................................22 Blanter, Yaroslav.......................................4 Bokulich, Alisa........................................24 Bose-Condensed Gases at Finite Temperatures........................................6 Bose–Einstein Condensation in Dilute Gases....................................................3 Bouchaud, Jean-Philippe........................21 Boucher, Yann..........................................2 Building Scientific Apparatus.....................1 Burgess, Cliff............................................7 Byers, Nina.............................................25

C Cahn, Robert N.........................................8 Calzetta, Esteban A................................10 Cambridge Illustrated Handbook of Optoelectronics and Photonics...............2 Camilleri, Kristian...................................24 Carr, Bernard..........................................14 Castiglione, Patrizia................................20 Chaos and Coarse Graining in Statistical Mechanics...........................................20 Chaotic Dynamics...................................24 Chemical Biophysics...............................23 Classical Optics and its Applications..........2 Close, F. E. . .............................................8 Composite Fermions.................................5 Computational Physics...........................18 Condensed Matter Field Theory.................4 Connes, Alain.........................................24 Coplan, Michael A....................................1 Cottingham, W. N.....................................7 Coughlan, G. D.........................................8 CP Violation...........................................13 Cross, Michael C.....................................23 Cytoskeletal Mechanics..........................22

E Efstathiou, G. P.......................................14 Einstein, Bohr and the Quantum Dilemma.............................................25 El-Batanouny, M.......................................4 Electrical Transport in Nanoscale Systems.. 4 Electromagnetic Interactions and Hadronic Structure.................................8 Electronic Structure..................................5 Electronic Structure Calculations for Solids and Molecules.............................6 Electrons and Phonons in Semiconductor Multilayers.....................6 Electroweak Theory..................................7 Elements of Statistical Mechanics...........20 Elements of String Cosmology................10 Ellinas, Georgios.......................................3 Evans, Denis J.........................................20 Evolution of Matter, The..........................25 Experimental Foundations of Particle Physics, The...........................................8 Extended Defects in Semiconductors.........6

F Falcioni, Massimo...................................20 Fecko, Marián.........................................12 Fiber Optical Parametric Amplifiers, Oscillators and Related Devices..............3 First Course in Computational Physics and Object-Oriented Programming with C, A.............................................19 First Course in General Relativity, A.........13 First Course in String Theory, A..................9 Flannery, Brian P............................... 18, 19 Fleisch, Daniel..........................................1 Forgacs, Gabor.......................................22 Fortunato, Mauro...................................15 Fraser, Gordon..........................................1 Freidberg, Jeffrey P..................................13 Frenkel, R. B.............................................1 Fundamentals of Photonic Crystal Guiding.................................................2 Fundamentals of Plasma Physics.............13

G Gannon, Terry.........................................12

Gasperini, Maurizio................................10 General Relativity...................................14 Geometric Algebra for Physicists.............10 Geometrical and Trigonometric Optics.......2 Geometry of Quantum States..................10 Gilmore, Robert......................................18 Goldbart, Paul........................................17 Goldhaber, Gerson...................................8 Gopinath, Anand......................................3 Granular Physics.....................................21 Greenside, Henry....................................23 Greenwood, D. A......................................7 Gribov, Vladimir........................................8 Griffin, Allan.............................................6 Gripaios, B. M...........................................8 Gruiz, Márton.........................................24 Grupen, Claus..........................................8 Gunton, James D....................................22

H Halley, J. Woods......................................20 Hecht, Bert...............................................2 Heisenberg and the Interpretation of Quantum Mechanics............................24 Heller, Michael.......................................24 Herbut, Igor...........................................20 High-Speed Electronics and Optoelectronics.....................................3 Hobson, M. P.................................... 14, 17 Hobson, Mike P.......................................17 Holt, D. B..................................................6 Horwitz, Lawrence P.................................5 Hu, Bei-Lok B.........................................10 Hutter, Jürg............................................18

I Ideas of Particle Physics, The.....................8 Interest Rates and Coupon Bonds in Quantum Finance................................21 Introduction to Classical Mechanics..........1 Introduction to Computational Physics, An......................................................18 Introduction to Econophysics..................22 Introduction to Elementary Particle Physics..................................................7 Introduction to General Relativity............14 Introduction to General Relativity and Cosmology, An....................................15 Introduction to Nanoelectronics................5 Introduction to Quantum Effects in Gravity................................................10 Introduction to Quantum Theory.............16 Introduction to the Standard Model of Particle Physics, An................................7 Introduction to the Theory of Coherence and Polarization of Light........................2 Introduction to Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics, An......................20 Introduction to Uncertainty in Measurement, An..................................1

J Jain, Jainendra.........................................5 Janiak, Andrew.......................................25

K Kamm, Roger D......................................22 Kapral, Raymond....................................23

Index Kardar, Mehran......................................19 Kasap, Safa..............................................2 Kato, Yusuke............................................6 Kerr Spacetime, The................................10 Kinks and Domain Walls.........................12 Kirkup, L...................................................1 Kleinwächter, Andreas............................12 Kochelap, Viatcheslav A............................5 Kohanoff, Jorge........................................6 Kramers, Jan .........................................25 Krasinski, Andrzej...................................15 Kuramoto, Yoshio.....................................6

L Lasenby, A. N..........................................14 Lasenby, Anthony...................................10 Laser Fundamentals.................................1 Le Bellac, Michel....................................16 Lesne, Annick.........................................20 Li, Xun.....................................................3 Liddle, Andrew R....................................15 Lie Groups, Physics, and Geometry..........18 Light-Emitting Diodes...............................3 Lyth, David H..........................................15

M Majid, Shahn..........................................24 Mansuripur, Masud..................................2 Mantegna, Rosario N..............................22 Marhic, Michel E.......................................3 Martin, Richard M....................................5 Marx, Dominik.......................................18 Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering.........................................17 Mathematics for Physics.........................17 McDonnell, Mark D.................................23 Mehta, Anita..........................................21 Meinel, Reinhard....................................12 Mermin, N. David...................................16 Mesoscopic Physics of Electrons and Photons................................................4 Methods in Molecular Biophysics............22 Miller, David A. B....................................16 Mitin, Vladimir V.......................................5 Modern Approach to Critical Phenomena, A.....................................20 Modern Canonical Quantum General Relativity.............................................14 Modern Quantum Field Theory..................6 Mofrad, Mohammad R. K........................22 Montambaux, Gilles.................................4 Moonshine beyond the Monster.............12 Moore, Guy..............................................7 Moore, John H..........................................1 Morin, David............................................1 Morriss, Gary..........................................20 Mukhanov, Viatcheslav..................... 10, 14 Multiwavelength Optical Networks...........3

N Nanoscale Device and Circuit Design........6 Nazarov, Yuli............................................4 Neugebauer, Gernot...............................12 New Physics, The......................................1 Newman, Stuart A..................................22 Newton as Philosopher...........................25 Nikuni, Tetsuro.........................................6 Nonequilibrium Quantum Field Theory....10 Novotny, Lukas.........................................2

Numerical Recipes..................................18 Numerical Recipes Source Code CDROM...................................................19 Numerical Recipes with Source Code CD-ROM.............................................19 Nussbaumer, Harry.................................25

O On Space and Time.................................24 Optoelectronic Devices.............................3 Oriti, Daniele..........................................15 Out of the Shadows...............................25

P Pagan, Daniel L......................................22 Pang, Tao...............................................18 Parisi, Giorgio.........................................15 Parker, Leonard......................................12 Particle Detectors.....................................8 Paschos, E. A............................................7 Pattern Formation and Dynamics in Nonequilibrium Systems......................23 Patterns of Speculation...........................21 Paul, Bipul................................................6 Paul, Harry.............................................16 Pearce, Charles E. M...............................23 Penrose, Roger.......................................24 Pethick, C. J..............................................3 Petroff, David.........................................12 Physical Foundations of Cosmology........14 Physics of Space Plasma Activity.............13 Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy..........13 Plasma Universe, The..............................13 Plebanski, Jerzy......................................15 Polchinski, Joseph............................ 11, 12 Polkinghorne, John.................................24 Potters, Marc..........................................21 Prasad, Sheila...........................................3 Press, William H................................ 18, 19 Primordial Density Perturbation, The........15 Principles of Nano-Optics.........................2 Protein Condensation.............................22

Q Qian, Hong............................................23 Quantum Computer Science...................16 Quantum Field Theory...............................9 Quantum Field Theory in Curved Spacetime...........................................12 Quantum Field Theory of Nonequilibrium States..................................9 Quantum Finance...................................21 Quantum Gravity....................................15 Quantum Mechanics..............................15 Quantum Mechanics for Scientists and Engineers............................................16 Quantum Physics....................................16 Quantum Statistical Mechanics.................5 Quantum Theory at the Crossroads.........24 Quantum Theory of Fields, The.......... 10, 11 Quantum Transport...................................4

R Rammer, Jørgen.......................................9 Reexamining the Quantum-Classical Relation..............................................24 Relativistic Figures of Equilibrium............12 Ridley, B. K...............................................6

Riley, K. F................................................17 Riley, Ken F.............................................17 Roehner, Bertrand M...............................21 Rovelli, Carlo..........................................15 Roy, Kaushik............................................6 Ruda, Harry..............................................2 Ryder, Lewis...........................................14

S Sachs, Ivo...............................................20 Sanda, A. I..............................................13 Sandage, Allan.......................................25 Sander, Len..............................................3 Schieve, William C....................................5 Schindler, Karl........................................13 Schubert, E. Fred......................................3 Schumacher, Hermann..............................3 Schutz, Bernard......................................13 Schwarz, John H.......................................9 Schwinger Action Principle and Effective Action, The..........................................10 Scott, Susan M.......................................10 Sen, Siddhartha......................................20 Serdyuk, Igor N.......................................22 Sexton, James........................................20 Shaw, G. .................................................8 Shifman, M............................................12 Shiryayev, Andrey...................................22 Short Introduction to Quantum Information and Quantum Computation, A...................................16 Shwartz, Boris..........................................8 Silfvast, William T......................................1 Simons, Ben.............................................4 Skorobogatiy, Maksim..............................2 Smith, H...................................................3 Space-Time, Relativity, and Cosmology....15 Srednicki, Mark........................................9 Standard Model, The................................7 Stanley, H. Eugene..................................22 Statistical Mechanics..............................20 Statistical Mechanics of Nonequilibrium Liquids................................................20 Statistical Physics of Fields......................19 Statistical Physics of Particles..................19 Stern, Thomas E........................................3 Stochastic Resonance.............................23 Stocks, Nigel G.......................................23 Stone, Michael.......................................17 Stowe, Keith...........................................20 String Theory.................................... 11, 12 String Theory and M-Theory......................9 Strong Interactions of Hadrons at High Energies................................................8 Stroscio, Michael A...................................5 Student Solution Manual for Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering Third Edition..............17 Student’s Guide to Maxwell’s Equations, A..........................................................1 Supersymmetric Solitons.........................12 Supersymmetry and String Theory.............7 Supersymmetry in Particle Physics.............7 Suplee, Curt...........................................13 Symmetry and Condensed Matter Physics.4

T Tata, Xerxes.............................................8 Taylor, Andrew........................................24

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Index TĂŠl, TamĂĄs..............................................24 Teukolsky, Saul A.............................. 18, 19 Theory of Financial Risk and Derivative Pricing.................................................21 Thiemann, Thomas.................................14 Thijssen, Jos...........................................18 Tolstikhin, Igor.......................................25 Toms, David...........................................12 Toms, David J.........................................10

U Universe or Multiverse?..........................14

V Vachaspati, Tanmay................................12 Valentini, Antony....................................24

Vespignani, Alessandro...........................20 Vetterling, William T.......................... 18, 19 Visser, Matt............................................10 Vulpiani, Angelo.....................................20

W Weak Scale Supersymmetry......................8 Weinberg, Steven............................. 10, 11 Whitaker, Andrew...................................25 Williams, Gary........................................25 Wiltshire, David L...................................10 Winitzki, Sergei......................................10 Wolf, Emil.................................................2 Wooten, F.................................................4 Wudka, Jose...........................................15

Y Yacobi, B. G..............................................6 Yang, Jianke.............................................2 Yevick, David..........................................19 Yung, A..................................................12

Z Zaccai, Joseph........................................22 Zaccai, Nathan R....................................22 Zaremba, Eugene.....................................6 Zwiebach, Barton.....................................9 Zyczkowski, Karol...................................10

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