Solutions of nonlinear differential equations. Existence results via the variational approach (Q2803846)

This monograph presents various aspects of Partial Differential Equations in which Calculus of Variations plays a crucial role. Chapter 1 contains some prerequisites, mostly dealing with the notion of weak derivative and Sobolev spaces. Chapter 2 contains the basics for fourth order problems. It aims at presenting general necessary conditions for the existence of multiple solutions to semilinear and quasilinear fourth order elliptic problems. Chapter 3 contains a study of Kirchhoff problems. Chapter 4 introduces the reader to the study of Schrödinger-Maxwell and Klein-Gordon-Maxwell problems. In this setting, existence of solutions featuring sub and superlinear nonlinearities, or in the presence of sign-changin potentials is discussed. Chapter 5 deals with gradient systems while Chapter 6 is concerned with variable exponent problems. The monograph appeals to all researchers in the field of modern nonlinear analysis. It can also be used as a reference guide by all undergraduate students in Science and Engineering.