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Science: general issues
Hardback. This text is devoted to the study of non-Archimedean - and especially p-adic - mathematical physics. Basic questions about the nature and possible applications of such a theory are investigated. Series: Mathematics and its Applications. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDE; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792331728
- ISBN
- 9780792331728
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€ 128.59
€ 128.59
Hardback. This text gives a detailed record of Ludwig Boltzmann's life and philosophical thoughts during his final years, a period of major change in physics, needing a new methodology of theoretical, idealized science. Editor(s): Blackmore, John T. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 288 pages, 3 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 3JJC; PDX; PH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 586.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792332312
- ISBN
- 9780792332312
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Condition: New
€ 203.45
€ 203.45
Realism and Anti-realism in the Philosophy of Science
. Ed(S): Cohen, Robert S.; Hilpinen, Risto; C...
Hardback. Beijing International Conference, 1992 Editor(s): Cohen, Robert S.; Hilpinen, Risto; Chiu, Jen-Tsung; Qiu, Ren-Zong. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 517 pages, 1 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 33. Weight in Grams: 915.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 517
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792332336
- ISBN
- 9780792332336
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Condition: New
€ 250.69
€ 250.69
Hardback. In relation to the problems faced, in contemplation and in practical affairs, philosophers must confront the question 'What is knowledge?'. This work deals with problems of knowing and believing, of the kinds and criteria of knowledge, of truth and fallibility, and of the cultural as well as individual factors in cognition. Editor(s): Kucuradi, Ioanna; Cohen, Robert S. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 304 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPK; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 622.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792332411
- ISBN
- 9780792332411
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Condition: New
€ 193.22
€ 193.22
Paperback. This text redresses the philosophical neglect of experimental practice, offering an account of experiment as natural intelligence. It draws on studies of the early development of electromagnetism in the 19th century and the laboratory work of Michael Faraday, an experimental philosopher. Series: Science and Philosophy. Num Pages: 311 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 18. Weight in Grams: 595.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1990
- Number of pages
- 311
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792332534
- ISBN
- 9780792332534
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Condition: New
€ 188.26
€ 188.26
Hardback. This text is devoted to the study of equilibrium and nonequilibrium states of infinite continuous systems in quantum statistical mechanics. Model systems in the theories of superconductivity and superfluidity and other exactly solvable models are studied in detail. Series: Mathematical Physics Studies. Num Pages: 461 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDE; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 824.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 461
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792332589
- ISBN
- 9780792332589
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€ 125.03
€ 125.03
Paperback. This text documents learning and teaching in open-inquiry learning environments, designed with the precepts of the following specific educational thinkers in mind: John Dewey, Seymour Papert, Donald Schon and Allan Collins. Series: Contemporary Trends and Issues in Science Education. Num Pages: 315 pages, 6 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JNU; PD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 17. Weight in Grams: 1000.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1995
- Number of pages
- 315
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792333074
- ISBN
- 9780792333074
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Condition: New
€ 190.84
€ 190.84
Paperback. Editor(s): Sarkar, Sahotra. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 311 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDA; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 223 x 152 x 16. Weight in Grams: 445.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1992
- Number of pages
- 311
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792333920
- ISBN
- 9780792333920
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Condition: New
€ 241.56
€ 241.56
Hardback. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute, Schluchsee, Germany, March 7--18, 1994 Editor(s): Guntherodt, H-. J.; Anselmetti, Dario; Meyer, E. Series: NATO Science Series E:. Num Pages: 657 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDND; PHFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1094.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 657
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792334064
- ISBN
- 9780792334064
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Condition: New
€ 362.10
€ 362.10
Mexican Studies in the History and Philosophy of Science
. Ed(S): Ramirez, Santiago; Cohen, Robert S.
Hardback. A collection of papers that represent studies by Mexican philosophers and historians of science. This work presents topics of biology, physics, historical explanation and the historiography of science, and foundations of mathematics. Editor(s): Ramirez, Santiago; Cohen, Robert S. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 292 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 223 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 625.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792334620
- ISBN
- 9780792334620
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Condition: New
€ 124.50
€ 124.50
Chinese Studies in the History and Philosophy of Science and Technolog...
. Ed(S): Dainian, Fan; Cohen, Robert S.
Hardback. Contains articles that were selected from the first five volumes of the "Journal of Dialectics of Nature" published by the Chinese Academy of Sciences between 1979 and 1985. The Journal was established in 1979 as a comprehensive theoretical publication concerning the history, philosophy and sociology of the natural sciences. Editor(s): Dainian, Fan; Cohen, Robert S. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 496 pages, 13 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPC; PDA; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 863.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792334637
- ISBN
- 9780792334637
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Condition: New
€ 367.32
€ 367.32
Hardback. Boltzmann was a philospher, as well as a physicist. This study delves into Boltzmann's correspondence and looks into his final years, aiming to present an alternative view. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 336 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DFA; 3JJC; HPC; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 653.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792334644
- ISBN
- 9780792334644
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 225.64
€ 225.64
hardcover. Based on the theme that change agents, such as teachers and curriculum writers, have a key role in the translation of gender equity policy into gender equitable practices in science and mathematics education, this book is designed for use in university courses and by policy makers concerned with the gender/science/mathematics relationship. Editor(s): Parker, Lesley H. Series: Science & Technology Education Library. Num Pages: 230 pages, 18 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JHBC; JN; PD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 532.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Edition
- 1996th Edition
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792335351
- ISBN
- 9780792335351
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Condition: New
€ 189.72
€ 189.72
Science Policy and Research Management in the Balkan Countries
. Ed(S): Parissakis, George; Katsaros, Nikos
Hardback. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop, Athens, Greece, November 23--25, 1994 Editor(s): Parissakis, George; Katsaros, Nikos. Series: NATO Science Partnership Subseries: 4. Num Pages: 249 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DV; JPQB; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 542.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 249
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792335993
- ISBN
- 9780792335993
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Condition: New
€ 245.47
€ 245.47
Hardback. Focusing on questions of tradition and innovation and Newton's engaged response to the patterns of his contemporary culture, this title presents a stance that often challenges the scholarly orthodoxies. It includes essays that provide a basis for understanding and clarifying the inner dynamics of Newton's thought. Series: The Western Ontario Series in Philosophy of Science. Num Pages: 292 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFCX; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 241 x 163 x 14. Weight in Grams: 592.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792336174
- ISBN
- 9780792336174
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 191.19
€ 191.19
Hardback. Proceedings of the Conference in honour of Guy Rideau Editor(s): Bertrand, J.; etc. Series: Mathematical Physics Studies. Num Pages: 338 pages, 2 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PDE; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 664.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 338
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792336457
- ISBN
- 9780792336457
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€ 275.84
€ 275.84
Hardback. A collection of papers focusing on the philosophy of technology, a developing area of scholarly interest, making contact with history of science and technology, and mainstream epistemological and metaphysical issues. This book is of interest to students concerned about the interactions among technology, society, and philosophy. Editor(s): Pitt, Joseph C. Series: Philosophy and Technology. Num Pages: 225 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDA; TB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 514.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 225
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792336617
- ISBN
- 9780792336617
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.74
€ 127.74
Hardback. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop, Reichenau, Germany, September 11--17, 1994 Editor(s): Marti, Othmar; Moller, Rolf. Series: NATO Science Series E:. Num Pages: 372 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDND; PHJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 22. Weight in Grams: 703.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 372
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792337096
- ISBN
- 9780792337096
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Condition: New
€ 247.70
€ 247.70
Hardback. Tackles the conceptual problems of quantum mechanics from a variety of mathematical and philosophical angles. Focusing on relativistic quantum mechanics and quantum field theory, this title is suitable for theoretical physicists and philosophers of science, as well as graduate students in these disciplines. Editor(s): Clifton, Rob. Series: The Western Ontario Series in Philosophy of Science. Num Pages: 244 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDA; PHQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 542.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 244
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792338123
- ISBN
- 9780792338123
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Condition: New
€ 128.15
€ 128.15
Hardback. Focusing on one of the major aspects of economic development, this book treats the integral economic models with embodied technological change and the controlled lifetime of technologies. It is suitable for researchers, graduate and post-graduate students in mathematical modeling, mathematical economics, control theory, and optimization. Series: Applied Optimization. Num Pages: 288 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBWH; PDE; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 1290.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792340140
- ISBN
- 9780792340140
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Condition: New
€ 128.69
€ 128.69
Optics at the Nanometer Scale: Imaging and Storing with Photonic Near ...
. Ed(S): Vesperinas, M.Nieto-; Garcia, Narcis...
Hardback. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop on 'Near Field Optics: Recent Progress and Perspectives', Miraflores, Madrid, Spain, September 11-15, 1995 Editor(s): Vesperinas, M.Nieto-; Garcia, Narciso. Series: NATO Science Series E:. Num Pages: 316 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDND; PHJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 620.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792340201
- ISBN
- 9780792340201
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Condition: New
€ 186.97
€ 186.97
Hardback. Includes applications such as the Langevin equation of statistical mechanics. This book also covers Nelson's stochastic mechanics (a version of quantum mechanics), and the hydrodynamics of viscous incompressible fluid treated with the modern Lagrange formalism. Series: Mathematics and its Applications. Num Pages: 192 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBMP; PDE; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792341543
- ISBN
- 9780792341543
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Condition: New
€ 125.87
€ 125.87
Hardback. Examining issues at the intersections of feminism, science, and the philosophy of science, this title contains essays that explore parallels and tensions between feminist approaches to science and other approaches in the philosophy of science and more general science studies. In so doing, it explores notions within the philosophy of science. Editor(s): Nelson, Lynn H.; Nelson, Jack. Series: Synthese Library. Num Pages: 316 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 653.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792341628
- ISBN
- 9780792341628
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 191.35
€ 191.35
Hardback. Issues covered in this collection of essays include: the nature of physical laws; the basic entities that we can expect the world to consist of; the problem of induction; the aim(s) of science; the discovery of natural laws through scientific methods; and natural necessity and its status. Editor(s): Riggs, Peter J. Series: Studies in History and Philosophy of Science. Num Pages: 267 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HP; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 559.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 267
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792342250
- ISBN
- 9780792342250
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.08
€ 127.08