The engine of complexity : evolution as computation / John E. Mayfield.

Author/creator Mayfield, John E.
Format Book
PublicationNew York : Columbia University Press, [2013]
Descriptionxiv, 398 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Subjects
Biology--Mathematical models.
Evolution (Biology)--Mathematical models.
Biological control systems--Mathematical models.
Computational complexity.

Contents The problem -- Computation -- Structure for free -- Purposeful structure -- Improbability and the engine of complexity -- Algorithmic evolution -- Evolution within the body -- Taking control of the cycle -- Complex systems -- Human learning and creativity -- Cultural evolution -- The evolution of complexity -- Past and present -- The future.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2013005728
ISBN9780231163040 (cloth : alk. paper)
ISBN0231163045 (cloth : alk. paper)
ISBN9780231535281 (ebook)
ISBN0231535287 (ebook)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks QH323.5 .M389 2013 ✔ Available Place Hold