Foundations of Complex-System Theories in Economics, Evolutionary Biology, and Statistical Physics - Couverture souple

Auyang, Sunny Y.

 
9780521778268: Foundations of Complex-System Theories in Economics, Evolutionary Biology, and Statistical Physics
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 0521778263 ISBN 13 : 9780521778268
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 2008

Synopsis

Complex behaviour can occur in any system made up of large numbers of interacting constituents, be they atoms in a solid, cells in a living organism, or consumers in a national economy. Analysis of this behaviour often involves making important assumptions and approximations, the exact nature of which vary from subject to subject. Foundations of Complex-system Theories begins with a description of the general features of complexity and then examines a range of important concepts, such as theories of composite systems, collective phenomena, and stochastic processes. Each topic is discussed with reference to the fields of statistical physics, evolutionary biology, and economics, thereby highlighting recurrent themes in the study of complex systems. This detailed yet nontechnical book will appeal to anyone who wants to know more about complex systems and their behaviour. It will also be of great interest to specialists studying complexity in the physical, biological, and social sciences.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Complex behaviour can occur in any system made up of large numbers of interacting constituents, be they atoms in a solid, cells in a living organism, or consumers in a national economy. Analysis of this behaviour often involves making important assumptions and approximations, the exact nature of which vary from subject to subject. Foundations of Complex-system Theories begins with a description of the general features of complexity and then examines a range of important concepts, such as theories of composite systems, collective phenomena, and stochastic processes. Each topic is discussed with reference to the fields of statistical physics, evolutionary biology, and economics, thereby highlighting recurrent themes in the study of complex systems. This detailed yet nontechnical book will appeal to anyone who wants to know more about complex systems and their behaviour. It will also be of great interest to specialists studying complexity in the physical, biological, and social sciences.

Revue de presse

'The book is comprehensive and interesting to read. ... this book will certainly be useful for anyone interested in understanding complex systems.' Physics World

'... extraordinarily thoughtful and interesting ... it's beautifully written - simple, crisp, clear, and perceptive ...'. John Ziman, Interdisciplinary Science Reviews

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Éditeur
Cambridge University Press
Date d'édition
2008
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0521778263
ISBN 13 
9780521778268
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
420
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9780521621670: Foundations of Complex-system Theories: In Economics, Evolutionary Biology, and Statistical Physics

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  0521621674 ISBN 13 :  9780521621670
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 1998
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