Complex system biology — Complex systems biology (CSB) is a branch or subfield of mathematical and theoretical biology concerned with complexity of both structure and function in biological organisms, as well as the emergence and evolution of organisms and species, with… … Wikipedia
Ecology (disciplines) — Ecology is a broad biological science and can thus be divided into many sub disciplines using various criteria. For example, one such categorization, based on overall complexity (from the least complex to the most), is:* Behavioral ecology, which … Wikipedia
Complex adaptive system — Complex adaptive systems are special cases of complex systems. They are complex in that they are dynamic networks of interactions and relationships not aggregations of static entities. They are adaptive in that their individual and collective… … Wikipedia
ecology — [ē käl′ə jē] n. [Ger ökologie < Gr oikos (see ECO ) + logia, LOGY] 1. a) the branch of biology that deals with the relations between living organisms and their environment b) the complex of relations between a specific organism and its… … English World dictionary
Ecology — For other uses, see Ecology (disambiguation). Ecology … Wikipedia
Complex system — This article largely discusses complex systems as a subject of mathematics and the attempts to emulate physical complex systems with emergent properties. For other scientific and professional disciplines addressing complexity in their fields see… … Wikipedia
Complex systems — A visual, organizational map of complex systems science See also: Complex system Complex systems present problems in mathematical modelling. The equations from which complex system models are developed generally derive from statistical physics,… … Wikipedia
Ecology of the San Francisco Estuary low salinity zone — The low salinity zone (LSZ) of the San Francisco Estuary and Delta represents a highlyaltered ecosystem. The region has been heavily re engineered to accommodate the needs ofwater delivery, shipping, agriculture, and most recently, suburban… … Wikipedia
ecology — noun (plural gies) Etymology: German Ökologie, from öko eco + logie logy Date: 1873 1. a branch of science concerned with the interrelationship of organisms and their environments 2. the totality or pattern of relations between … New Collegiate Dictionary
Ecology of the North Cascades — Main article: North Cascades The North Cascades are high and rugged with varied conifer species. The Ecology of the North Cascades is heavily influenced by the high elevation and rain shadow effects of the mountain range. The North Cascades is a… … Wikipedia
