Evolution in a Box: July Chicago Conference Examines Darwinian Evolution in Computers.Science Writers/High-Tech Writers GECCO-2003 MOSCOW, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 23, 2003 The upcoming Genetic and Evolutionary Computation Conference (GECCO GECCO Genetic and Evolutionary Computation Conference ), from 12-16 July at the Holiday Inn Mart Plaza in Chicago, will present cutting edge results using evolution in computer software and hardware. GECCO will bring together scientists and engineers from around the world to discuss how it is possible to simulate evolution computationally in order to solve problems in business, finance, architecture, biology, engineering, mathematics, and many other areas. Over 600 people are expected to attend to hear 194 refereed papers, 116 peer-reviewed posters, 53 reports on late breaking research, and 15 papers on industrial experiences with evolutionary computation. Some sample topics include: designing robots to play soccer, evolving programs that tend not to fail even when they break, analyzing DNA sequences and protein molecules, algorithms modeled after bacteria, minimizing sonic booms in supersonic aircraft, choreographing dances, implementing computer memory with DNA DNA: see nucleic acid. DNA or deoxyribonucleic acid One of two types of nucleic acid (the other is RNA); a complex organic compound found in all living cells and many viruses. It is the chemical substance of genes. , predicting stock market behavior, and much more. "It is amazing to see the creativity and scholarship in the GECCO conference each year," said the conference chair, James A. Foster of the University of Idaho The university was formed by the territorial legislature of Idaho on January 30, 1889, and opened its doors on October 3, 1892 with an initial class of 40 students. The first graduating class in 1896 contained two men and two women. . "Harnessing the power of evolution to solve problems on the computer, or to design programs and computers themselves, is an endlessly fascinating and productive idea." On July 12 and 13, there will be thirteen workshops and 31 tutorials at every level from introductory to advanced. Among the many topics are: computing with DNA or quantum mechanics quantum mechanics: see quantum theory. quantum mechanics Branch of mathematical physics that deals with atomic and subatomic systems. It is concerned with phenomena that are so small-scale that they cannot be described in classical terms, and it is , designing robots, industrial applications, designing innovation, immune system immune system Cells, cell products, organs, and structures of the body involved in the detection and destruction of foreign invaders, such as bacteria, viruses, and cancer cells. Immunity is based on the system's ability to launch a defense against such invaders. computing, ant colony optimization The ant colony optimization algorithm (ACO), introduced by Marco Dorigo in his PhD thesis, is a probabilistic technique for solving computational problems which can be reduced to finding good paths through graphs. . The tutorials will be presented by top scholars and practitioners from around the world. July 14 through 16, Monday through Wednesday, will feature three days of peer-reviewed paper presentations from top scientists, a special session on industrial applications, and another special session on late breaking scientific and engineering results. Plenary session talks will be given by Richard Lenski from Michigan State University Michigan State University, at East Lansing; land-grant and state supported; coeducational; chartered 1855. It opened in 1857 as Michigan Agricultural College, the first state agricultural college. on "How the Digital Leopard Got His Spots: Thinking About Evolution Inside the Box," and by John Holland from the University of Michigan (body, education) University of Michigan - A large cosmopolitan university in the Midwest USA. Over 50000 students are enrolled at the University of Michigan's three campuses. The students come from 50 states and over 100 foreign countries. on "Genetic Algorithms as an Engine for the Study of Complex Adaptive Systems." There will be an opening reception Sunday evening, and a poster session on Tuesday evening. For more information about GECCO-2003 visit www.isgec.org/GECCO-2003 or contact the conference chairman, James A. Foster at gecco-chair@cs.uidaho.edu or 208/885-7062. |
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