Nonlinear Analysis and Convex Analysis: Proceedings of the International Conference Niigata, Japan 28-31 July 1998

During the last three decades of the 20th century, the study of nonlinear analysis has been pursued vigorously and such activity has had great influence on other areas of science, such as on mathematics. At the same time, convex analysis has grown in connection with the study of problems of optimization, equilibrium, control and stability of linear and nonlinear systems. These two mathematical disciplines have no borders and benefit each other. Now, there is a demand for new ideas and human technology based on reliable theoretical methodology. It is believed that international experts on nonlinear analysis and convex analysis can provide reasonable and optimal solutions to such problems if they co-operate with one another. This work constitutes the proceedings of a conference which sought to help the development of mathematical science and related areas all over the world.