From complex@aldur Tue Dec 7 01:36:56 EST 1993 Article: 19811 of comp.ai Xref: glinda.oz.cs.cmu.edu comp.ai:19811 Newsgroups: comp.ai Path: honeydew.srv.cs.cmu.edu!fs7.ece.cmu.edu!europa.eng.gtefsd.com!uunet!munnari.oz.au!bunyip.cc.uq.oz.au!jasper.ucq.edu.au!aldur!complex From: complex@aldur (Complex Conference) Subject: Call for Papers (COMPLEX'94) Message-ID: Sender: news@jasper.ucq.edu.au (USENET News System) Organization: University of Central Queensland X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.1 PL6] Date: Tue, 7 Dec 1993 01:05:23 GMT Lines: 249 Call for Papers (COMPLEX'94) ---------------------------- Distribution: world Reply-To: complex@ucq.edu.au From: Russel Stonier Organization: Mathematics and Computing, University of Central Qld. Australia Subject: 2nd Australian Complex Systems Conference, September 1994 Keywords: complex systems, parallel computing, biocomplexity, chaos, neural networks COMPLEX'94 Second Australian National Conference Sponsored by the University of Central Queensland Australian National University September 26-28th, 1994 University of Central Queensland Rockhampton Queensland Australia FIRST CIRCULAR AND CALL FOR PAPERS The inaugural Australian National Conference on Complex Systems was held at the Australian National University in 1992. Recognising the need to maintain and stimulate research interest in these topics the University of Central Queenslandis hosting the Second Australian National Conference on Complex Systems in Rockhampton. Rockhampton is situated on the Tropic of Capricorn in Queensland on the east coast of Australia and is 35kms from the Central Queensland Coast. It is within easy access of tourist resorts including the resort island, Great Keppel, the Central Queensland Hinterland, and the Great Barrier Reef. This first circular is intended to provide basic information about the conference and to canvas expressions of interest, both in attending and in presenting papers or posters. A second circular, to be distributed in late January/early February, will provide details of keynote speakers, the program, registration procedures, etc. Please pass on this notice to interested colleagues. For further information contact the organisers (see below). AIMS: Complex systems are systems whose evolution is dominated by non-linearity or interactions between their components. Such systems may be very simple but reproduce very complex phenomena. Terms such as artificial life, biocomplexity, chaos, criticality, fractals, learning systems, neural networks, non-linear dynamics, parallel computation, percolation, self-organization have become common place. >From this research has emerged many new paradigms, cutting across traditional disciplines. This conference seeks to bring together researchers from the Australasian region who are actively involved in research in Complex Systems for creative discussion. It also aims to provide an introduction to specialised topics for people seeking to know more about the theoretical and practical aspects of research in Complex systems. The theme of the conference "Mechanism of Adaptation in Natural, Man Made and Mathematical Systems", invites us to investigate and question the dynamic processes in complex systems, and to compare our overall modelling processes of natural systems. Processes such as evolution, growth and learning are being investigated through genetic algorithms, evolutionary programming and neural networks. How well do these techniques perform and to what extent do the fit an evolutionary paradigm? It also raises the underlying question: "How does order arise in complex systems?" PAPERS: Original papers concerned with both theory and application are solicited. The areas of interest include, but are not limited to the following: * Natural and Artificial Life * Genetic Algorithms * Fractals, Chaos and Non-linear Dynamics * Self-organisation * Information and Control Systems * Neural Networks * Parallel and Emergent Computation. * Bio-Complexity DATES: Second Circular Jan 31, 1994 Third Circular Feb 14, 1994 Submission of Abstracts: Mar 14, 1994 Notification of Acceptance: May 16, 1994 Receipt of Camera-ready papers: Jul 25, 1994 CONFERENCE ORGANIZATION: The conference will open with advance registration and a barbecue party on Sunday 25th September. The conference fee of $285 ($130 students) will include morning and afternoon teas and lunch on each day, the opening barbecue, and the conference dinner. Accommodation will be available on campus at the University Residential College and at nearby motels within walking distance of the University. The conference dinner is to be held on Tuesday 27th September. TUTORIALS AND WORKSHOPS: It is planned to hold one or more introductory tutorials on selected topics in complex systems on Sunday 25th September. The aim of these tutorials will be to introduce participants to fundamental concepts in complex systems and to provide them with practical experience. Tentatively the topics covered will include genetic algorithms, cellular automata, chaos, and fractals. The exact content will depend on demand. If interested in attending please indicate your preferences on the attached expression of interest. The number of places will be strictly limited by facilities available. On Wednesday, advanced workshops may be held on specialised topics if there is sufficient interest. Suggestions/offers for advanced workshop topics are encouraged. There will be an additional fee for attendance at the tutorials and workshops, which will include lunch and refreshments. SUBMISSION OF PAPERS: Intending authors are requested to submit an extended abstract of about 500 words, containing a clear, concise statement of the significant results of the work. Each abstract will be assessed by two referees. All accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings. Individual authors may be allocated to either an oral or poster presentation, but contributions in both formats will appear identically in the proceedings. Copies of the proceedings will be provided to participants at the conference in hardcopy form. LaTeX style files and other formating options will be provided to authors of accepted papers. ORGANISING COMMITTEE: Conference Chairperson: Assoc Prof. Russel Stonier, Department of Mathematics and Computing University of Central Queensland Rockhampton Mail Centre 4702 QLD Australia. Tel. +61 79 309487 Fax: +61 79 309729 Email: complex@ucq.edu.au Technical Chairperson: Dr Xing Huo Yu, Department of Mathematics and Computing University of Central Queensland Rockhampton Mail Centre 4702 QLD Australia. Tel. +61 79 309865 Fax: +61 79 309729 Email: complex@ucq.edu.au Members: Prof. J. Diederich, Queensland University of Technology; Prof. A.C. Tsoi, University of Queensland; Dr D. Green, Australian National University; Dr T. Bossomaier, Australian National University; Mr S. Smith, University of Central Queensland. -----------%< cut here %<------------- COMPLEX'94 Second Australian National Conference on Complex Systems EXPRESSION OF INTEREST NAME: ______________________________________________ ORGANIZATION:________________________________________ ________________________________________ ADDRESS: ________________________________________ ________________________________________ ________________________________________ TEL: /FAX: ________________________________________ E-MAIL: _________________________________________ [ ] I am interested in attending COMPLEX'94. Please send me a registration form. [ ] I am interested in PRESENTING A PAPER and/or POSTER. Tentative title: ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ [ ] I am interested in ATTENDING A TUTORIAL. Preferences: Genetic Algorithms ______ Cellular Automata ______ Chaos Theory ______ Fractals ______ Distributed Programming ______ Other (specify) ______________________________ [ ] I am interested in attending an advanced WORKSHOP. [ ] I am UNABLE TO ATTEND the conference but would like to be kept informed. -------------%< cut here %<------------------ Article 20495 of comp.ai: Xref: glinda.oz.cs.cmu.edu comp.ai:20495 Newsgroups: comp.ai Path: honeydew.srv.cs.cmu.edu!das-news.harvard.edu!noc.near.net!MathWorks.Com!europa.eng.gtefsd.com!howland.reston.ans.net!agate!msuinfo!harbinger.cc.monash.edu.au!bunyip.cc.uq.oz.au!jasper.ucq.edu.au!aldur!complex From: complex@aldur (Complex Conference) Subject: 2nd Circular for COMPLEX'94 Message-ID: Sender: news@jasper.ucq.edu.au (USENET News System) Organization: University of Central Queensland X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.1 PL6] Date: Tue, 1 Feb 1994 02:17:43 GMT Lines: 255 Call for Papers (Complex'94) ---------------------------- Distribution: world Reply-To: complex@ucq.edu.au From: Russel Stonier Organization: Mathematics and Computing, University of Central Qld. Australia Subject: 2nd Australian Complex Systems Conference, September 1994 Keywords: complex systems, parallel computing, biocomplexity, chaos, neural networks COMPLEX'94 Second Australian National Conference Sponsored by the University of Central Queensland Australian National University September 26-28th, 1994 University of Central Queensland Rockhampton Queensland Australia SECOND CIRCULAR AND CALL FOR PAPERS This SECOND circular is intended for those that may not have seen the first circular sent in December 1993 due to the hoiday season. A THIRD circular will follow in mid February with further details. The inaugural Australian National Conference on Complex Systems was held at the Australian National University in 1992. Recognising the need to maintain and stimulate research interest in these topics the University of Central Queenslandis hosting the Second Australian National Conference on Complex Systems in Rockhampton. Rockhampton is situated on the Tropic of Capricorn in Queensland on the east coast of Australia and is 35kms from the Central Queensland Coast. It is within easy access of tourist resorts including the resort island, Great Keppel, the Central Queensland Hinterland, and the Great Barrier Reef. This circular is intended to provide basic information about the conference and to canvas expressions of interest, both in attending and in presenting papers or posters. A second circular, to be distributed in late January/early February, will provide details of keynote speakers, the program, registration procedures, etc. Please pass on this notice to interested colleagues. For further information contact the organisers (see below). AIMS: Complex systems are systems whose evolution is dominated by non-linearity or interactions between their components. Such systems may be very simple but reproduce very complex phenomena. Terms such as artificial life, biocomplexity, chaos, criticality, fractals, learning systems, neural networks, non-linear dynamics, parallel computation, percolation, self-organization have become common place. >From this research has emerged many new paradigms, cutting across traditional disciplines. This conference seeks to bring together researchers from the Australasian region who are actively involved in research in Complex Systems for creative discussion. It also aims to provide an introduction to specialised topics for people seeking to know more about the theoretical and practical aspects of research in Complex systems. The theme of the conference "Mechanism of Adaptation in Natural, Man Made and Mathematical Systems", invites us to investigate and question the dynamic processes in complex systems, and to compare our overall modelling processes of natural systems. Processes such as evolution, growth and learning are being investigated through genetic algorithms, evolutionary programming and neural networks. How well do these techniques perform and to what extent do the fit an evolutionary paradigm? It also raises the underlying question: "How does order arise in complex systems?" PAPERS: Original papers concerned with both theory and application are solicited. The areas of interest include, but are not limited to the following: * Natural and Artificial Life * Genetic Algorithms * Fractals, Chaos and Non-linear Dynamics * Self-organisation * Information and Control Systems * Neural Networks * Parallel and Emergent Computation. * Bio-Complexity DATES: Second Circular Jan 31, 1994 Third Circular Feb 14, 1994 Submission of Abstracts: Mar 14, 1994 Notification of Acceptance: May 16, 1994 Receipt of Camera-ready papers: Jul 25, 1994 CONFERENCE ORGANIZATION: The conference will open with advance registration and a barbecue party on Sunday 25th September. The conference fee of $285 ($130 students) will include morning and afternoon teas and lunch on each day, the opening barbecue, and the conference dinner. Accommodation will be available on campus at the University Residential College and at nearby motels within walking distance of the University. The conference dinner is to be held on Tuesday 27th September. TUTORIALS AND WORKSHOPS: It is planned to hold one or more introductory tutorials on selected topics in complex systems on Sunday 25th September. The aim of these tutorials will be to introduce participants to fundamental concepts in complex systems and to provide them with practical experience. Tentatively the topics covered will include genetic algorithms, cellular automata, chaos, and fractals. The exact content will depend on demand. If interested in attending please indicate your preferences on the attached expression of interest. The number of places will be strictly limited by facilities available. On Wednesday, advanced workshops may be held on specialised topics if there is sufficient interest. Suggestions/offers for advanced workshop topics are encouraged. There will be an additional fee for attendance at the tutorials and workshops, which will include lunch and refreshments. SUBMISSION OF PAPERS: Intending authors are requested to submit an extended abstract of about 500 words, containing a clear, concise statement of the significant results of the work. Each abstract will be assessed by two referees. All accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings. Individual authors may be allocated to either an oral or poster presentation, but contributions in both formats will appear identically in the proceedings. Copies of the proceedings will be provided to participants at the conference in hardcopy form. LaTeX style files and other formating options will be provided to authors of accepted papers. ORGANISING COMMITTEE: Conference Chairperson: Assoc Prof. Russel Stonier, Department of Mathematics and Computing University of Central Queensland Rockhampton Mail Centre 4702 QLD Australia. Tel. +61 79 309487 Fax: +61 79 309729 Email: complex@ucq.edu.au Technical Chairperson: Dr Xing Huo Yu, Department of Mathematics and Computing University of Central Queensland Rockhampton Mail Centre 4702 QLD Australia. Tel. +61 79 309865 Fax: +61 79 309729 Email: complex@ucq.edu.au Members: Prof. J. Diederich, Queensland University of Technology; Prof. A.C. Tsoi, University of Queensland; Dr D. Green, Australian National University; Dr T. Bossomaier, Australian National University; Mr S. Smith, University of Central Queensland. -----------%< cut here %<------------- COMPLEX'94 Second Australian National Conference on Complex Systems EXPRESSION OF INTEREST NAME: ______________________________________________ ORGANIZATION:________________________________________ ________________________________________ ADDRESS: ________________________________________ ________________________________________ ________________________________________ TEL: /FAX: ________________________________________ E-MAIL: _________________________________________ [ ] I am interested in attending COMPLEX'94. Please send me a registration form. [ ] I am interested in PRESENTING A PAPER and/or POSTER. Tentative title: ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ [ ] I am interested in ATTENDING A TUTORIAL. Preferences: Genetic Algorithms ______ Cellular Automata ______ Chaos Theory ______ Fractals ______ Distributed Programming ______ Other (specify) ______________________________ [ ] I am interested in attending an advanced WORKSHOP. [ ] I am UNABLE TO ATTEND the conference but would like to be kept informed. -------------%< cut here %<------------------ Article 21098 of comp.ai: Xref: glinda.oz.cs.cmu.edu comp.ai:21098 Path: honeydew.srv.cs.cmu.edu!nntp.club.cc.cmu.edu!news.mic.ucla.edu!library.ucla.edu!agate!howland.reston.ans.net!news.moneng.mei.com!uwm.edu!msuinfo!harbinger.cc.monash.edu.au!bunyip.cc.uq.oz.au!janus.ucq.edu.au!aldur!complex From: complex@aldur (Complex Conference) Newsgroups: comp.ai Subject: FINAL Circular for COMPLEX'94 Date: 14 Mar 1994 11:20:35 GMT Organization: University of Central Queensland Lines: 435 Message-ID: <2m1ha3$1m4@janus.ucq.edu.au> NNTP-Posting-Host: aldur.ucq.edu.au X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.1 PL6] FINAL CIRCULAR - COMPLEX'94 Second National Conference on Complex Systems September 26-28, 1994 University of Central Queensland Rockhampton Queensland Australia THE CONFERENCE THEME Aims: Complex systems are systems whose evolution is dominated by non-linearity or interactions between their components. Such systems may be very simple but reproduce very complex phenomena. Terms such as artificial life, biocomplexity, chaos, criticality, fractals, learning systems, neural networks, non-linear dynamics, parallel computation, percolation, self- organisation, have become common place. From this research has emerged many new paradigms, cutting across traditional boundaries This conference seeks to bring together researchers from the Australasian region who are actively involved in research in Complex Systems for creative discussion. It also aims to provide an introduction to specialised topics for people seeking to know more about the theoretical and practical aspects of research in Complex Systems. The theme of the conference "Mechanism of Adaptation in Natural, Man Made and Mathematical System", invites us to investigate and question the dynamic processes in complex systems, and to compare our overall modelling processes of natural systems. Processes such as evolution, growth, and learning are being investigated through genetic algorithms, evolutionary programming and neural networks. How well do these techniques perform and to what extent do they fit an evolutionary paradigm? It also raises the underlying question, "How does order arise in complex systems?" KEYNOTE SPEAKERS Stephanie Forrest,'GA's Principles of Natural Selection Applied to Computation' Professor Forrest is from the University of New Mexico (US). She is a leading researcher in Complex Systems. Her research interests includes parallel models of intelligence, including genetic algorithms and classifier systems, computational aspects of the immune system, and emergent computation Peter Caelli, 'Building complex Image Interpretation Systems' Professor Caelli is from Curtin University in Western Australia (AUS). His current research interests are in the ability of machines to recognize and automatically describe structures in images in terms of the world properties they represent, general pattern recognition technologies and image recognition integration with Neural Networks, Machine Learning and Expert Systems. John Hutchinson, 'Deterministic and Random Fractals' Dr Hutchinson is from the Australian National University in Canberra (AUS). He has published research on Fractals and Self Similarity and his current interests are in Geometric Calculus of Variations. PAPERS: Original papers concerned with both theory and application are solicited. The areas of interest include, but are not limited to the following: * Natural and Artificial Life * Genetic algorithms * Fractals, Chaos and Non-linear Dynamics * Self-organisation * Information and Control systems * Neural Networks * Parallel and Emergent Computation * Bio-Complexity SUBMISSION OF PAPERS: Owing to the latetness of this final circular the date for submission of abstracts has been extended till the 15th April 1994. Intending authors are requested to submit an extended abstract of about 500 words, containing a clear, concise statement of the significant results of their work. Each abstract will be assessed by two referees. All accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings. Individual authors may be allocated to either an oral or poster presentation, but contributions in both formats will appear identically in the proceedings. Copies of the proceedings will be provided to participants at the conference in hardcopy form. Papers can be submitted in camera-ready form and should conform to the publisher's style guidelines (to be provided after acceptance). The preferred mode of submission is as LaTeX source, for which a style sheet is available. For authors unable to supply LaTeX source, a modified plain text form will be specified. TUTORIALS At this time the following tutorials are proposed. The program may be changed depending upon the availability of presenters: [1] Genetic Algorithms This tutorial provides an introduction to genetic algorithms and current applications in modern research. [2] Neural Networks This tutorial will examine the mathematical modelling associated with a number of neural network paradigms, and also the applicability of neural networks in different applications. The presentation will be supported by demonstration software, Professional II/Plus, from Network Microsystems. [3] Nonlinear dynamics and Chaos This tutorial will introduce the basic concepts in Chaos and consider in particular the problem of identification of chaos in dynamical systems. [4] A formal Approach to Heuristic Networks The goal of this tutorial is intended to introduce computer scientists and graduate students to the main ideas and results of research on geometrical processes of complex control systems - Linguistic geometry. WORKSHOPS At this time advanced workshops have not been formalised. It is expected to have at least one advanced workshop on Hybrid systems of Neural Networks and Genetic Algorithms. Further details will be provided when the abstracts are reviewed and presentation schedules are organised. SPONSORS University of Central Queensland (Rockhampton Australia) Australian National University (Canberra Australia) CONFERENCE ORGANISATION Convenors and Editors Russel Stonier Xing Huo Yu Secretary: Judy Yewdale Organising Committee: Russel Stonier, Xing Huo Yu, Stephen Smith (University of Central Queensland) Terry Bossomaier, David Green (Australian Natioanl University) Prof Tsoi (University of Queensland) Prof Diederich (Qld University of Technology) FURTHER INFORMATION Email: complex@ucq.edu.au Mail The Conference Secretary COMPLEX'94 Department of Mathematics and Computing University of Central Queensland Rockhampton Mail Centre ROCKHAMPTON QLD 4702 AUSTRALIA Telephone: Russel Stonier (61) (79) 309487 Fax: (61) (79) 309729 ACCOMMODATION ------------- We have booked an appropriate number of rooms at three Motels in close proximity to the University. If you wish to take advantage of this accommodation would you circle approriately. (Prices are in Australian $) Venue Single Twin Double ----- ------ ---- ------ Glenmore Palms Motel (Ph:(079)261144) $49.00 $59.00 $54.00 (1km from University) Wintersun Motel (Ph: (079)288722) $43.00 (1.1km from University) Oasis Motel (Ph: (079)282999) $39.00 $49.00 (1.1km from University) A deposit equal to the first night's accommodation (eg. Glenmore $49.00) is required at the time of booking and should be paid at registration. NOTE: Accommodation reservation for these Motels cannot be guaranteed after 30th June, 1994. Early bookings are recommended to the above If you wish to make your own arrangements for accommodation at other venues we recommend the following: (BOOK EARLY) Rockhampton City (approx. 5 kilometres to University) Accommodation Telephone Cost ------------- --------- ---- Motel 98 (079)275322 $55 Single/$65 Twin and Double Country Comfort (079)279933 $76 Single/Double (with a view of city) $81 Single/Double (with a view of river) Criterion Hotel (079)221225 $25 Single/$44 Double Each of the above venues has its own restaurant. Yeppoon on the Capricorn Coast (approx. 30 minutes drive to the University) Accommodation Telephone Cost ------------- --------- ---- Capricorn International (079)395111 $110 per room/$130 deluxe room Rosslyn Bay Inn (079)336333 $55/65 Single/double L'Amor Holiday (079)336255 $65/75 Single/double Apartments ================================================================ Complex'94 Conference REGISTRATION FORM ================= Please print or type Name: ............................................................... ............................................................... Title: ......................................................... Organisation: .................................................. ............................................................... Address: ............................................................... ............................................................... ............................................................... ............................................................... Telephone: ............................................... Fax: ............................................... email: ............................................... FEES (AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS) Full Registration Before 15/7/94 After 15/7/94 Atttendees $285.00 $335.00 Student registration $130.00 $180.00 This registration includes: * Copy of the conference proceedings. * Welcome Barbeque on Sunday (25th). * Full lunches on the Monday Tuesday and Wednesday. * Conference Dinner at Koorana Crocodile farm on Tuesday ( 27th). (Extra Tickets are availabe on request) ================================================================ ACCOMMODATION REGISTRATION FORM ------------------------------- Family Name/Surname _____________________________________________________________ Given Name _____________________________________________________________ Institute/Organisation/University _____________________________________________________________ Department _____________________________________________________________ Postal Address _____________________________________________________________ City _______________________ State _______________________ Country ____________________________________________________ Telephone __________________________________________________ Fax ________________________________________________________ Name of Person to Share _____________________________________ Number of Nights Accommodation _____________________________ Rockhampton Arrival Date and Time ___________________________ Departure Date and Time ____________________________________ Flight Details (time and flight number) for Arrival into Rockhampton (if known) ______________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ ================================================================ SUMMARY OF PAYMENT: Registration $(AUS)_______________________ Accomodation deposit $(AUS)_______________________ Total $(AUS)_______________________ Cheque for $AUS________________ payable to COMPLEX'94. Money Order for $AUS_____________________ Credit Card Payment (below) Payment by Credit Card: MasterCard ____ Visa ____ Bankcard ____ Number ______________________________________________________ Expiry date _________________________________________________ Amount $AUS___________________________ Signature __________________________________________________ Please send completed information to: Ms J. Yewdale (Secretary) COMPLEX'94 Department of Mathematics and Computing University of Central Queensland Rockhampton Mail Centre ROCKHAMPTON QLD 4702 AUSTRALIA OR complete appropriately, and Email to Complex@ucq.edu.au