Thinking in complexity

The computational dynamics of matter, mind, and mankind

Klaus Mainzer

472 pages, parution le 22/09/2003 (4^eme édition)

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Résumé

The theory of nonlinear complex systems has become a proven problem-solving approach in the natural sciences from laser physics to computer simulations of cell growth in biology. It is now recognized that many of our social, ecological, and political problems are also of a global, complex, and nonlinear nature. And it is now accepted the human mind is governed largely by the nonlinear dynamics of complex systems. In this wide-ranging but concise treatment, Prof. Mainzer discusses, in mostly nontechnical language, the common framework behind these endeavors. Emphasis is given to the evolution of new structures in natural and cultural systems and we see clearly how the new integrative approach can give insights not available from traditional reductionistic methods. This new edition also treats smart materials and artificial life. A new chapter on information and computational dynamics takes up many recent discussions in the community.

Introduction. From linear to nonlinear thinking
Complex systems and the evolution of matter
Complex systems and the evolution of life
Complex systems and the evolution of mind-brain
Complex systems and the evolution of computability
Complex systems and the evolution of artificial life and intelligence
Complex systems and the evolution of human society
Epilogue on future, science, and ethics
References
Subjects index
Name index

L'auteur - Klaus Mainzer

Klaus Mainzer is a Professor of Philosophy and Systems Science at the University of Augsburg, Germany. Among his previous books are Thinking in Complexity: The Complex Dynamics of Matter, Mind, and Mankind (Springer-Verlag, 1997) and Symmetries of Nature: A Handbook for Philosophy of Nature and Science.

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	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	Springer
Auteur(s)	Klaus Mainzer
Parution	22/09/2003
Édition	4^eme édition
Nb. de pages	472
Format	16 x 24
Couverture	Relié
Poids	910g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9783540002390