This textbook provides a concise and accessible introduction to the essential mathematical tools needed for physical chemistry. Designed specifically for chemistry students, the book covers calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, and other applied mathematics topics in a way that emphasizes their application to chemical problems. The third edition includes expanded examples, practice …
This book introduces decision theory with a focus on dynamic programming and sequential decision-making under uncertainty. It provides a clear, intuitive treatment of the mathematics behind making optimal decisions over time, covering topics such as Markov decision processes, Bellman equations, and applications in operations research, economics, and statistics. Aimed at students and practitione…