EDP Sciences (EDPS) is a French scientific publisher founded in 1920 by the French Physical Society. It has a long-standing history of publishing works by renowned scientists and industrialists in the convergent studies of physics, astrophysics, mathematics, engineering sciences, life sciences, medicine, and humanities for over 100 years.
EDPS specializes in publishing monographs at master’s level or higher, undergraduate teaching texts, professional works, and popular science books as well as peer-reviewed scientific journals and conference proceedings. In November 2019, EDPS became part of the world’s largest research organization and prestigious learned society the Chinese Academy of Sciences through its sale to Science Press, part of Chinese Science Publishing & Media Ltd.
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EDP Sciences Highlights
Elements of Stochastic Processes
This book introduces the fundamental elements of stochastic processes, covering basic concepts, core knowledge, and essential methods. It is organized into seven chapters, which include: the foundations of probability, concepts of stochastic processes, Poisson processes, discrete-time Markov chains, continuous-time Markov chains, simple Markovian queueing models, and stationary processes. Each chapter features figures, examples, exercises, and either solutions or guidance to support learning. Written from a non–measure-theoretic perspective, the book is accessible and highly readable, making it especially suitable for self-study.
The intended audience includes senior undergraduate and junior graduate students, as well as teachers in fields such as engineering, economics, management science, operations research, and applied mathematics. It also serves as a valuable reference for researchers and professionals with an interest in stochastic processes.
Nonhuman Primates in China and Their Conservation Challenges
This book systematically integrates fossil records of primates since the Pliocene to illustrate their dispersal and radiation routes in East Asia and reconstruct historical changes in their distribution using Chinese literature records. This book mainly compiles contemporary records of 28 primate species (classified under 3 families and 8 genera) with confirmed distribution within China as of August 2022.
Each species entry documents critical parameters including geographical range, population estimates, current habitat status, and key threats impacting their survival. For species with global distributions, the work incorporates official IUCN Red List of Threatened Species assessments. Regarding China-endemic species, dedicated threat evaluations have been conducted following standardized criteria. Synthesizing these findings, this book proposes prioritized conservation measures for key Chinese primates. Furthermore, it develops comprehensive protection strategies informed by the integrated dataset, ultimately aiming to provide a scientific foundation for endangered status evaluations and evidence-based conservation management.
What Is Intelligence?
What is Intelligence? What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Can AI develop autonomous consciousness? Will AI surpass humans in all areas in the near future? Should humans prepare to escape Earth to avoid being dominated by AI machines?
These questions have sparked significant public debate, especially since the release of ChatGPT by OpenAI in 2022. Widespread discussions and concerns about AI’s future role in society have led to growing uncertainty, with some fearing that AI might eventually control or harm humanity.
As AI researchers, the authors of this book feel it is their responsibility to address these concerns. They aim to provide clear answers based on deep analysis and expert knowledge, helping people to better understand AI’s capabilities and limitations. Their goal is to dispel unfounded fears and encourage the responsible development and use of AI for the benefit of all.
The insights presented in this book are grounded in thoughtful consideration and rigorous research, offering a balanced perspective on the future of AI and its impact on society.
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