Feature selection is an essential step for successful data mining applications and has practical significance in many areas, such as statistics, pattern recognition, machine learning, and knowledge discovery. Through a clear, concise, and coherent presentation of topics, Computational Methods of Feature Selection systematically covers the key concepts, representative approaches, and inventive applications of various aspects of feature selection. The book bridges the widening gap between existing texts and rapid developments in the field by presenting recent research works from various disciplines. It features contributions from leading experts, along with real-world case studies.
