Preface: Mathematics of Numerical Computation

The extensive use of computers for solving scientific and engineering problems has had a profound effect on the evolution of the mathematical techniques of numerical computation. It has given new impetus to research in numerical integration of differential equations: it has stimulated fresh approaches in the areas of approximation and optimization; and, in general, it has increased interest in numerical methods for the solution of a variety of problems. This special issue of the Journal reports some recent developments and innovations in the computational methods of numerical analysis.