Author: Santa Fe Institute (Santa Fe, N.M.)Publisher:
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Category : Computational complexity
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
1991 Annual Report on Scientific Programs
Author: Santa Fe Institute (Santa Fe, N.M.)Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Computational complexity
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
1991 Annual Report on Scientific Programs
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
1991 was continued rapid growth for the Santa Fe Institute (SFI) as it broadened its interdisciplinary research into the organization, evolution and operation of complex systems and sought deeply the principles underlying their dynamic behavior. Research on complex systems--the focus of work at SFI--involves an extraordinary range of topics normally studied in seemingly disparate fields. Natural systems displaying complex behavior range upwards from proteins and DNA through cells and evolutionary systems to human societies. Research models exhibiting complexity include nonlinear equations, spin glasses, cellular automata, genetic algorithms, classifier systems, and an array of other computational models. Some of the major questions facing complex systems researchers are: (1) explaining how complexity arises from the nonlinear interaction of simples components, (2) describing the mechanisms underlying high-level aggregate behavior of complex systems (such as the overt behavior of an organism, the flow of energy in an ecology, the GNP of an economy), and (3) creating a theoretical framework to enable predictions about the likely behavior of such systems in various conditions. The importance of understanding such systems in enormous: many of the most serious challenges facing humanity--e.g., environmental sustainability, economic stability, the control of disease--as well as many of the hardest scientific questions--e.g., protein folding, the distinction between self and non-self in the immune system, the nature of intelligence, the origin of life--require deep understanding of complex systems.
1991 Annual Report to the National Science Foundation
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
The Geometry Center research program has a number of different aspects, most of which involve longer term commitments, such as, development of research software, teams of individuals visually exploring mathematical structures and sponsoring of workshops. The Center is built on the research programs of its faculty. These programs have flourished and interacted under the Center umbrella. There are many interconnections and commonalities between the fields represented. Here, a summary of the research work of each of the faculty members. Some of the research topics are geometric calculus of variations, group theory, geometric algorithms, and computer graphics.
Northern Scientific Training Program Annual Report 1991-1992
Author: Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports
Author: Annual Report 1991-92
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Languages : en
Pages : 12
Book Description
The Science Centre, through participatory exhibits, public programs and reaching out to the community, will engage the interest of people of all ages. It will strive to create environments which excite curiosity, inspire insights and motivate learning in science and technology. The annual report reviews the activities of the past year, and the educational program. Financial statements are included.
Annual Report 1991-92
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 95
Book Description
The Northern Scientific Training Program (NSTP) is managed by the Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development as part of its mandate to foster science and technology in Canada's north. This report provides an overview of program activities, a summary of the support for northern studies allotted to Canadian universities during 1991-92, and a summary of the major events that shaped the NSTP in 1991. The report also includes a description of the program and its administration and an annotated bibliography of publications based on research supported by NSTP.
Annual Report of the Office of Science and Technology
Author: Center for Devices and Radiological Health (U.S.). Office of Science and TechnologyPublisher:
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Category : Medical instruments and apparatus
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
Annual Report 1991-92
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Created in 1979, the Foundation establishes and supports long-term programs of medical research that are directed toward the discovery of new knowledge and the commercial application of this knowledge that will improve health care. This annual review discusses activities that have happened throughout the year. It gives a list of personnel, financial statements, how they select scientists, and a description of some award programs.
Annual Report 1991 - Science and Engineering Alliance, Inc
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Languages : en
Pages : 11
Book Description
Nineteen ninety-one was a busy and productive year for the Science and Engineering Alliance (SEA). This report covers the major programs and activities of the SEA during the fiscal year 1991 (the year ending September 30, 1991), which was the first year of operation. Where warranted, the report highlights some of the events from the last quarter of the calendar year. The SEA is a non-profit consortium of four Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The SEA members are Alabama A & M University (Normal, Alabama); Jackson State University (Jackson, Mississippi); Prairie View A & M University (Prairie View, Texas); and Southern University and A & M College (Baton Rouge, Louisiana). The SEA's mission is to help increase the number of well-qualified minority scientists for the next century and beyond, and to provide input into the research and development needs of the nation. The SEA collaborates on research projects with government agencies, national laboratories, private foundations, industry and other universities in a broad range of technical areas.