Complexity in science: syntaxis versus semantics
Anno: 1998
Autori: Arecchi F.T.
Affiliazione autori: Istituto Nazionale di Ottica, Largo E. Fermi 6, 50125 Firenze, Italy;
Department of Physics, Italy University of Firenze, 50125 Firenze, Italy
Abstract: A definition of the objects of a science in terms of precise measuring operations M gives the objects a set-theoretical character whereby complexity, seen as a multiplicity of possible final outcomes, emerges. An adaptive strategy introduces a frequent readjustment of the M setting, which reduces that multiplicity. This way, an adaptive cognitive task can be seen as the extraction of a simple map out of a complex landscape.
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Volume: 3 (1) Da Pagina: 30 A: 40
Parole chiavi: complexity; science;