Intelligent Systems for Economics Digest (IE-Digest) ---------------------------------------------------- ______ Tuesday, May 18, 1992 Issue No. 6 ____ -------------------------------------------------------------------- Send contributions to: IE-list@cs.ucl.ac.uk Send administrative requests to: IE-list-request@cs.ucl.ac.uk (For users in the UK, IE-list-request@uk.ac.ucl.cs IE-list@uk.ac.ucl.cs) To access anonymous ftp archive: %ftp cs.ucl.ac.uk (128.16.5.31) cd ie List Maintainer: Raghbir Sandhu Dept. of Computer Science University College London Gower St., London WC1E 6BT, UK rsandhu@cs.ucl.ac.uk (+44) 71 - 387 7050 ext 3697 -------------------------------------------------------------------- Today's Topics: - Erhard Bruderer's Papers on GA's - People using GA's in Economics - ICGA-93 Announcement - Bibliography : Evolutionary Models in Economics and the Social Sciences - AIEM3 Announcement ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Erhard Bruderer's Papers on GA's The following are references for papers that involve GA's or related evolutionary models. Published Papers: Bruderer, E. and W. Mitchell (1992), "Commentary on the Use of Experimental Economics in Strategy Research," in P. Shrivastava, J. Dutton, and A. Huff (eds.). Advances in Strategic Management, Vol. 8, Greenwich, CT: JAI Press. Ahouse, J., E. Bruderer, A. Gelover-Santiago, N. Konno, D. Lazer, and S. Veretnik (1992), "Reality Kisses the Neck of Speculation: A Report from the NKC Workgroup," in D. Stein (ed.) 1991 Lectures in Complex Systems, Redwood City, CA: Addison-Wessley. Working Papers: Bruderer, Erhard and Alex Shevoroshkin (1992), "Hierarchical search and evolution: The discovery of strategies", working paper, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, December 25. Erhard Bruderer (1992), "How organizational learning guides environmental selection," working paper, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, May 31. Erhard Bruderer (1992), "Strategic learning", Dissertation proposal, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, February 7. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- People using GA's in Economics References to people working on GAs (and Classifier Systems) and economics: Don Lavoie Center for the Study of Market Processes Victoria Square #200 Fairfax, VA 22030 USA dlavoie@gmuvax.gmu.edu John Miller (miller@santafe.edu) and Brian Arthur are using GAs in economics at the Santa Fe Insitute -- a list of papers J. Miller is shown below. Some of this work is avialable as SFI tech reports -- send mail to Andi Sutherland (ars@santafe.edu) and request that she send you the list of tech reports electronically, and then you can order the ones that look relevant. Erhard Bruderer - School of Business Adminstration - University of Michigan (email: Erhard.Bruderer@um.cc.umich.edu) has done work in economics with GAs and classifier systems: e.g. Is free Riding Rational? A Computer Simulation with Artificial Agents. John Koza has used genetic programming in the field of economics - see his book. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- ICGA-93 Announcement The Fifth International Conference on Genetic Algorithms Tob held at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign The Fifth International Conference on Genetic Algorithms (ICGA-93), will be held on July 17-21, 1993 at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. This meeting brings together an international community from academia, government, and industry interested in algorithms suggested by the evolutionary process of natural selection. Topics of particular interest include: genetic algorithms and classifier systems, evolution strategies, and other forms of evolutionary computation; machine learning and optimization using these methods, their relations to other learning paradigms (e.g., neural networks and simulated annealing), and mathematical descriptions of their behavior. The meeting will include pre-conference tutorials, invited speakers, and workshops. A full description of the conference together with details of registration and travel may be found in the IE ftp archive as `icga-93'. To retrieve, %ftp cs.ucl.ac.uk Name: anonymous Password: (your email address) ftp> cd ie ftp> get icga-93 ftp> bye ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Evolutionary Models in Economics and the Social Sciences My working bibliography on this topic is now available by email. It is NOT a highly polished or anywhere near complete bibliography, though I am in the process of refining it into sections and providing one line explanations for why things are on it. It has also absorbed one or two other postings without acknowledgements, though these will be forthcoming shortly. It may be of interest to anyone studying CULTURAL EVOLUTION, EVOLUTIONARY MODELS, SOCIAL DARWINISM (?), GENETIC ALGORITHMS, ALIFE (?), ADAPTIVE SYSTEMS (?), BEHAVIOURAL THEORY OF THE FIRM, POLITICAL SCIENCE and AI APPLICATIONS generally. My interest is in AI techniques and evolutionary applications that actually investigate the process of economic action so I am leaving out EXPERT SYSTEMS and NEURAL NET PREDICTION which often attempt to predict and prescribe without explaining, though obviously there are exceptions. (I have tried to provide a few pointers to this literature however.) Obviously I will be extremely happy to receive information on further work, to correspond with interested parties and maybe to provide hints on how to get hold of some of the stuff, though I shall also be adding contact addresses to the bibliography in the course of time. I am planning to set up an "unofficial" mailing list of interested parties. If there are enough I will try to get ftp access set up. Many thanks to those who responded to my original request so long ago! Edmund Chattoe Lady Margaret Hall Oxford OXON OX2 6QA PS If any individuals that I forwarded this to are unhappy about it, my apologies and please let me know. I was just working from the list of people I corresponded with who I though wouldn't mind. (Similarly if you are getting multiple posts, please let me know which address you would prefer me to use!) PPS Please forward this to anyone you think may not see it and want to. I would also be happy to hear about any suitable digests or mailinglists who may be interested. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ AIEM3 Announcement August 25-27, 1993 Portland, Oregon, USA The Third International Workshop on Artificial Intelligence in Economics and Management Main Sponsor IFAC International Federation of Automatic Control Sponsoring IFAC Committee: EMSCOM Other Sponsors IFORS International Federation of Operations Research Society AACC American Automatic Control Council In Cooperation AAAI American Association of Artificial with Intelligence ACM/SIGART Association for Computing Machinery IEEE Computer Society SEDC Society for Economic Dynamics and Control Organizer Portland State University Department of Economics and School of Business Administration Portland State University P. O. Box 751 Portland, Oregon, 97207 U.S.A. Contact Dale Anderson, AIEM3 Secretariat School of Business Administration Telephone: 503-725-4728 FAX: 503-725-5850 E-Mail: aiem3@psuorvm.cc.pdx.edu Scope ----- AIEM3 will address issues relevant to the use of AI technology in economics and management communities. The Workshop consists of research papers and application case sessions. Topics will cover both technology and applications. The technologies of interest include, but are not limited to: knowledge representation and acquisition (knowledge-based decision support systems, expert systems), problem- solving paradigm (qualitative reasoning, fuzzy logic, neural networks), and human-machine interface (natural language, machine learning, hypertext, multimedia). AI applications in accounting, banking, economics, finance, manufacturing, and management are the focus of the Workshop. Background ---------- This Workshop is regularly sponsored by IFAC, IFORS, IFIP, IEEE, and ACM. The first workshop was held March 12-14, 1985 in Zurich, Switzerland, and attended by more than 140 persons. Four years later, the second workshop was held in Singapore, January 9-13, 1989. It was attended by more than 230 persons, with a geographical coverage extending to all of Asia, North America, Europe, Australia, Middle- East and South America. Two books entitled Artificial Intelligence in Economics and Management, and Expert Systems in Economics, Banking and Management were published by North-Holland as a result of these conferences. These publications serve as the earliest references on the development of applying AI in economics and management. Proceedings of the 1993 workshop will also be published. Language -------- Throughout the Workshop, English will be the official language. All papers and presentations are in English. Translation facilities will not be available. Registration ------------ The registration fee is US$200 if paid in full before July 15,1993. A limited number of spaces are available for full-time students at US$75. Registration after July 15, 1993 including on-site registration must add a late fee of US$50. Benefits of registration include attendance to the Workshop, a copy of the abstracts, and a cocktail reception. Conference site registration is in the Portland State University School of Business Administration on August 25, 1993 between 8am - 12pm. Participants staying at the Marriott Hotel can also be registered there. Advance registration is recommended by completing the registration form attached. The registration fee is required by all participants, including authors and exhibitors. Please make check payable to AIEM3. Check must be in US dollars drawn on US banks. Major credit cards are accepted. Demonstration and Exhibits -------------------------- Companies interested in exhibiting publications, equipment or software falling within the scope of the Workshop, should contact Dale Anderson, AIEM3 Secretariat, School of Business Administration, Portland State University, P. O. Box 751, Portland, OR 97207; 503-725- 4728. About Portland, the City of Roses --------------------------------- Portland is located within 90 minutes driving time of snow-covered Mt. Hood to the east, and the famed Oregon coastline to the west. With its excellent parks, cultural facilities, transportation system, and great cityscape, Portland is one of the most beautiful cities in America. As Oregon's economic and population center and gateway to the Pacific Rim, Portland offers unique opportunities for business and industry, and the government and university to enhance partnerships that promote economic, social, cultural, and international development. About Portland State University ------------------------------- Portland State University is the only comprehensive public higher education institution in the greater Portland area. Total enrollment in 1992-93 exceeded 14,000, including more than 3,500 graduate students. The university's mission is to provide excellent programs in teaching, research, and public service in Oregon's major metropolitan area. Conference Hotel ---------------- A block of rooms is reserved for Workshop participants at the Portland Marriott Hotel from August 24 to August 27, 1993. The rate is US$85 for single and double occupancy, exclusive of service charge and local tax. Hotel accommodation will be guaranteed if the registration form and payment reach the Secretariat before July 15, 1993. Additional nights before or after the conference may be arranged with the hotel after arrival. The conference site at the Portland State University School of Business Administration is within walking distance from the Marriott Hotel. Travel & Tours -------------- All travel arrangements must be made by participants. Tours to local places of interest can be arranged with the local travel agent through the travel desk at the Portland Marriott Hotel. Transportation -------------- Transportation from the airport to the hotel will be the responsibility of the individual participant. Shuttle bus (under $10), taxi (approximately $20), and limousine services are available at the airport. Lunch and Coffee ---------------- Coffee will be served twice daily next to the lecture hall. The conference fee includes the coffee. A list of local restaurants nearby will be compiled for the convenience of participants to choose for lunch and dinner. Lunch and dinner are not included in the conference fee. Welcome Reception ----------------- Participants are invited to a welcome cash-bar reception at the Portland Marriott Hotel on Wednesday, August 25, 1993, 6:00pm. Please check the activity boards at the hotel and at the conference site for details. River Cruise and Dinner ----------------------- An evening dinner cruise on Portland's famous Sternwheeler steamboat is planned at the last day of the conference, August 27, 1993. The cost is US$50 per person. Companions are invited to attend the conference dinner at the same cost. Please indicate on the registration form the number of additional tickets required. Advance Program (Preliminary) --------------- August 25, Wednesday ==================== 8:30-12:00 Registration 9:00-10:30 Opening and Keynote Speech 10:30-11:00 Coffee Break 11:00-12:30 1A. Knowledge-Based Management 1B. Knowledge Representation and Reasoning 12:30-13:30 Lunch 13:30-15:00 2A. Decision Support Systems I 2B. Applications of Genetic Algorithms 15:00-15:30 Coffee Break 15:30-17:00 3A. Neural Network Applications I 3B. General Issues of AI in Management 18:00-20:00 Welcome Reception (Portland Marriott Hotel) August 26, Thursday =================== 9:00-10:30 4A. Interface 4B. AI Applications in Finance 10:30-11:00 Coffee Break 11:00-12:30 5A. AI Applications in Forecasting 5B. Decision Support Systems II 12:30-13:30 Lunch 13:30-15:00 6A. Causal Reasoning 6B. AI in Manufacturing 15:00-15:30 Coffee Break 15:30-17:00 7A. AI Applications in Economics 7B. Applications of Constraint Logic Programming August 27, Friday ================= 9:00-10:30 8. AIEM in China 10:30-11:00 Coffee Break 11:00-12:30 9A. Planning and Learning 9B. AI Applications in Service Sectors 12:30-13:30 Lunch 13:30-15:00 10. Neural Network Applications II 15:00-15:30 Coffee Break 15:30-17:00 11. Panel Presentation of EEC Collaborative Project on AI in Economics 18:00-22:00 River Cruise and Dinner Note: A more detailed schedule of paper presentations is available upon request. Registration Form ----------------- 3rd International Workshop on Artificial Intelligence in Economics and Management, August 27-27, 1993, Portland, Oregon, U.S.A. COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS FORM TO: Dale Anderson, AIEM3 Secretariat School of Business Administration Portland State University P. O. Box 751 Portland, OR 97207-0751 U.S.A. Telephone: 503-725-4728 FAX: 503-725-5850 E-Mail: aiem3@psuorvm.cc.pdx.edu Name: (Dr/Mr/Mrs/Ms) Affiliation: Address: City, State: Country: Telephone: FAX: E-Mail: Spouse/Guest's Name: FEE WORKSHEET: Registration Before After Fee July 15, 1993 July 15, 1993 Unit Amount ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Regular US$200 US$250 [ ] [ ] Student US$75 US$125 [ ] [ ] (with written evidence from the university administration) Dinner Cruise US$50 per person [ ] [ ] Hotel Reservation US$85/day single or double occupancy [ ] [ ] (Triple: US$95, Quadruple: US$105) at Portland Marriott Hotel 1401 SW Front Avenue Portland, OR 97201; Tel: 503-226-7600 (min. 1 night deposit required) Total Payment Enclosed [US$ ] No registration is valid unless payment has been received in full. Form of Payment [ ] Check - Payable to AIEM3. Check must be in USD drawn on US bank. [ ] Visa / Mastercard / American Express / Other Major Credit Cards Card# Exp. Date: Signature: CANCELLATION POLICY: Refunds (less $50 processing fee) will be returned to participants if a written request reaches the Workshop Secretariat by July 31, 1993. No refund will be made after this date. John Kingston, | Knowledge Engineering Methods Group, | The heart of the problem AIAI, University of Edinburgh | is the problem of the heart E-mail jkk@aiai.ed.ac.uk, phone 031-650 2736 | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Please remember to continue sending any news/information of interest to the group - the quality of this digest depends on YOU! -RS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ *** End of IE-Digest ***