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Computational Paleontology

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  • © 2011

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Editors:
  1. Ashraf M.T. Elewa

    1. Fac. Science, Dept. Geology, Minia University, Minia, Egypt

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  • Computational paleontology techniques are frequently used by many students, researchers and professionals
  • This book introduces up to date information and useful ideas on the subject
  • Written by well-known authors
  • Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

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Table of contents (11 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-x
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  2. Computational Paleontology

    • Ashraf M. T. Elewa
    Pages 1-5

  3. Digitizing Methods for Paleontology: Applications, Benefits and Limitations

    • Heinrich Mallison
    Pages 7-43

  4. Paleoinformatics: Past, Present and Future Perspectives

    • Jane K. Dolven, Hans Skjerpen
    Pages 45-52

  5. Calculating the Tempo of Morphological Evolution: Rates of Discrete Character Change in a Phylogenetic Context

    • Stephen L. Brusatte
    Pages 53-74

  6. Computational Model of Growth and Development in Paleozoic Echinoids

    • Louis G. Zachos, James Sprinkle
    Pages 75-93

  7. Morphometric Analysis of Polyphenism in Lower Cretaceous Ammonite Genus Knemiceras

    • Richard A. Reyment
    Pages 95-109

  8. Development and Applications of Computed Tomography in the Study of Human Fossil Crania

    • Eva María Poza-Rey, Juan Luis Arsuaga
    Pages 111-145

  9. From a Skeleton to a 3D Dinosaur

    • Stefan Stoinski
    Pages 147-164

  10. Rates of Cranial Evolution in Neandertals and Modern Humans

    • Timothy D. Weaver
    Pages 165-178

  11. The Problem of Instar Numbers in Arthropods

    • Panos V. Petrakis
    Pages 179-219

  12. Future Insights in Computational Paleontology: With Special Spotlight on Visual Paleontology

    • Ashraf M. T. Elewa
    Pages 221-223

  13. Back Matter

    Pages 225-229
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About this book

Computational paleontology is simply a term applied to using computers and its facilities in the field of paleontology. However, we should be exactly precise in describing the term through explaining the main themes of this motivating and attractive scientific field.

The uppermost aim of this book is to explain how computation could be competent in fetching fossils to life and the past to present. Computers for paleontologists save time and costs, interpret mysterious events precisely and accurately, visualize the ancient life definitely and undeniably.

Editors and Affiliations

  • Fac. Science, Dept. Geology, Minia University, Minia, Egypt

    Ashraf M.T. Elewa

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