1 “.... The Appendix also presents some biographical remarks of mathematicians whose research has played a seminal role...”

2 “... comprises highly selected contributions by some of the most eminent mathematicians in the international...”

3 “... mathematicians in the international community and is dedicated to Helmut Maier, whose own research has been...”

4 “.... The book will appeal to graduate students and research mathematicians as well as to physicists, engineers...”

5 “.... This volume is expected to be a valuable resource to both graduate students and research mathematicians...”

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7 “... or indirectly, by the mathematician. Additional contributions provide a historical background as it relates...”