Unifying Themes in Complex Systems Volume I: Proceedings Of The First International Conference On Complex Systems: 1 (New England Complex Systems Institute)

Book Details

• Author: Yaneer Bar-yam

• Brand: CRC Press

• Edition: 1

• Binding: Paperback

• ISBN: 9780813341224

• Number of Pages: 696

• Release Date: 01-08-2003

• Package Dimensions: 8.6 x 6.0 x 1.5 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book

"Dynamics of Complex Systems" by Yaneer Bar-yam presents an in-depth and comprehensive study of complex systems. This book provides readers with an understanding of the fundamental principles that govern systems, ranging from the molecular level to the global scale. The author uses a multidisciplinary approach, blending concepts from physics, mathematics, biology, and social sciences to examine the nature of complexity in the world around us.

Bar-yam delves into the mechanisms that drive the behavior of complex systems, focusing on the ways in which these systems self-organize and evolve. Through a combination of theory, practical examples, and mathematical modeling, the book illustrates the interconnectedness and interdependence of diverse systems, from ecosystems to social networks and technological systems.

This work is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and professionals in complexity science, systems theory, and related fields. It offers a rigorous, yet accessible, introduction to the study of complexity, providing the tools to understand and analyze systems at various levels of complexity. Bar-yam's insights into the dynamics of complex systems make this book a vital reference for anyone seeking to grasp the intricacies of our interconnected world.