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Articles related to "Complex Systems"
Learn Problem-Solving Skills Make a list, consider all changes, break issues down into what you know. Being able to deal with dilemmas effectively will help you out of sticky situations. trouble shooting • problem solving • complex systems • computer problem solving • environment changes
Rainwater Collection and Distribution Systems Rainwater Collection and Distribution Systems allow you to use water that falls as rain to meet the water needs of your gardening and landscaping. rainwater collection • water harvesting • distribution • systems • xersicaping
The Hydrologic Cycle Rain falls and rivers flow, but where does the water go and how does it become rain in the first place? The Hydrologic Cycle gives us the answer. geology • geophysics • earth • science • earth science
David Hume's Theory of Ideas We often take ideas for granted, stepping from one to another as steps in the process of thought. But how do we procure our ideas? David Hume provides an answer. david hume • british empiricism • immanuel kant • theory of ideas • natural philosophy
The Virtue of Mistakes In creating complex systems, it seems to be better to make plenty of correctable mistakes, than to be a genius. open source • linux
Living Habits of Reptiles (Part 8) Reptiles can get control over their blood temperature… reptile • living • blood • temperature
Forgotten Machines of the Space Race A description of a pair of simulators built at Langley AFB in Virgina during the 1960's. These simulators helped land men on the moon, yet today they are all but forgotten in the story of America's space program. ,A description of a pair of simulators built at Langley AFB in Virgina during the 1960's. These simulators helped land men on the moon, yet today they are all but forgotten in the story of America's space program. langley • apollo • simulator • computer • lander
Intelligent Design - Part Two The Bible says that the "heavens declare [God's] handiwork." Does the complexity and order of the universe bring us closer to accepting the reality of God? god • evolution • creationism • intelligent design • behe
Cheap Flights to Latin America The surging price of gasoline is making air travel more expensive for everyone. Here are some tips for Americans (although others can use it) to get to Latin America. cheap airline travel latin america • buy plane ticket latin america • purchase cheap airfare latin america • cheap flight ticket latin america • budget travel flight mexico
Chinese Herbal Medical Terminology When visiting a Traditional Chinese Herbalist a patient may be bombarded with new and confusing words. This article explains some of the most commonly used TCM terms. traditional chinese medicine terminology • learn chinese language • english translation • commonly used chinese herbal medicine terms • pin yin for chinese symbols
Environmental Changes In Fertility A study in the UK reveals that a girl's fertility can increase and decrease according to her surroundings childhood link to fertility problems • environmental factor fertility • environmental factor infertility • hormones and infertility • diet and infertility
Physics Through the Ages: Part 1 Understanding how physics developed in the past helps us understand where it may be going in the future, but it also sheds insight on how we perceive the natural world. physics ancient india • physics buddhism • mo tzu • aristotle • natural philosophy
Reflexion Models for Reengineering Reengineering large and complex software systems is often very costly. Reflexion models let software engineers begin with a structural high-level model that they can selectively refine to rapidly gain task-specific knowledge about the source code. reflexion models • reengineering • computer software • source code
The Circle of Willis The Circle of Willis is a vital formation of arteries at the base of the brain which supplies all thought processes with the necessary fuel. circle of willis • brain anatomy • major arteries • blood supply to the brain • what causes a stroke
"Growing" a Stamp Collection An introductory article providing information on adding stamps to a collection.
A Brief History of the Internet The Internet began as a small operation in the Department of Defense but many great thinkers and developers have come to make it what it is today. arpanet • tcp/p • world wide web consortium • tim berners-lee • cern
A Personal History of Awe Scott Russell Sanders' memoir A Personal History of Awe is recommended nonfiction reading for readers devoted to sustainability and pluralism. memoir • scott russell sanders • nature writing • awe • sustainability
Chemistry in the Fast Lane This piece describes, in general terms, one of the more common applications of parallel computing techniques to chemistry simulation research. In addition, several URL's are provided which include vivid examples of the power of parallelism for computational chemists. computational • chemistry • parallel • mpi • parallelism
Feng Shui and Art Appreciation Think for a moment about what you know about Feng Shui. Now, wouldn't you like to learn more? feng • shui • fengshui • art • arts
In Godel's Grip A discussion of the implications of Gödel's proof. godel • theories • chaos theory • mathematics • logicians
Multiple and Binary Star Systems Most stars are actually binary stars or multiple star systems. The classifications include visual binaries, eclipsing binaries, and spectroscopic binaries. binary stars • stars • binary star systems • eclipsing binaries • spectroscopic binaries
Obama Should Win Texas Primary The Texas state Democratic primary, with an intricate system of caucuses and primaries, strongly favors Illinois Senator Barack Obama. texas democratic primary • vote early and often • texas delegates to convention • caucus and primary • hispanic latino and black texas voters
Petra - City in Stone Ancient capital of the Nabateans, Petra is a city in modern Jordan. It is renowned for its monuments hewn out of solid rock. It is currently, a World Heritage site petra • nabateans • jordan • rock • desert
Power from Ethanol Fuel Cells Using ethanol as the hydrogen storage medium for fuel cells could solve the safety problems associated with the storage of hydrogen gas. ethanol fuel cell • hydrogen fuel cell • hydrogen reforming • electric vehicles • fuel cell debate
Segways on Ski Trails Segway people movers are more and more commonly seen in cities throughout North America and Europe, but now they've appeared on the ski trails of Vermont. segway • segway tours • smugglers’ notch resort • ski trails • skiing
Volcano Monitoring Techniques Volcanic processes provide insight into volcanic activity and impending eruptions. The tools used to monitor these processes aid in hazard awareness. volcano monitoring • volcanic hazards • ground deformation • seismic signals • earthquakes
African Art Special Exhibitions The art of sub-Saharan Africa is the subject of major museum exhibitions, one touring Europe and the United States. african art travelling museum exhibitions • asante goldweights • eternal ancestors central african reliquary • benin kings rituals nigeria • embodying the sacred yoruba art
Anemia in Cancer Patients Anemia is a common occurrence in cancer patients, and can be due to the cancer condition itself, or because of treatments for the disease. Treating the anemia can have a beneficial effect on cancer outcome. anemia • hematopoiesis • histiocytes • cytokines • erythropoietin
Branching in C# A good look into branching commands in C#. microsoft • c# • programming • branching • if
Cleansing to Lose Weight Toxic build-up can be the cause of weight gain and may interfere with conventional weight loss efforts. Cleansing draws out these toxins for a slimmer and healthier body. cleansing weight loss • toxic paradigm of weight gain • supplements to cleanse • storage in adipose tissue • toxic liver
Divination: Our Search for the Future Man's continuing quest for knowledge of the future. divination • tarot • palmistry • astrology • destiny
Does The Internet Strengthen or Weaken Our Social Fabric? what is the future of virtual communities? futurism • internet • communities • virtual communities
Going beyond traditional astrology For some astrology is a hobby, for others it is a guide, but for a few it becomes a way of life. Esoteric astrology claims to be a higher level of astrology for those seeking spiritual insight. astrology • esoteric • spiritual • meditation • intuition
Introduction to Immunology-Part I Treatment of cancer by activating an immune response in the body holds intriguing possibilities.This article (and a following one next week) provides a brief discussion of immunology that will serve as a background to descriptions of recent progress in the field. immunity • immunology • antigen • cancer • phagocyte
Komarom This town is right on the Danube and is connected by a bridge (which is also a border crossing point) with its twin town Komarno on the left bank of the Danube, in Slovakia. The old Hungarian town were cut into two after the World Was I, according to the Peace Treaty of Trianon. hungary • komarom • komárom • fortress • 1848
Meat and the Environment What people eat has a huge impact on the environment. But are we willing to change what goes into our mouths in exchange for a little "green"? meat and the environment • food and the environment • vegetarianism and the environment • sustainable agriculture • greenhouse gases
Natural Treatment for Allergies Allergies can be annoying or down-right life-threatening. Some people have found drug-free relief from allergies using natural methods to support immune system function. natural treatment for allergies • helping the immune system cope with allergies • breast feeding for immunity • leaky gut and allergies • food allergy self-test
Neuropathy - Some terminology - Some concepts Terminology and nomenclature of the neuropathies and of human neurological elements. nervous system • nerve • peripheral nervous system • central nervous system • autonomic nervouse system
Slavery Series: An Introduction This articles begins a series on American slavery, providing an introduction to the topic and an overview of what lies ahead. A series bibliography is also included. slavery • american slavery • antebellum slavery
TCP/IP- The Rules That Rule The Net This article introduces you to the protocol that rules the Internet.<B>TCP/IP</B>. It gives a brief overview of the protocol. This session is split into 2 articles and this one just warms you up for a an exciting journey ahead- a journey of scanners, sniffers, password crackers, etc. This is just a beginning. internet security • tcp/ip • ports • scanners
The Effects of Loneliness and Moral Reasoning on Jurors An actual experimentation on jury functioning presented in whole (one each day for the next week - My way of making up for missed weeks). Part 1 jury • morals • forensics • court
The Human Stomach The stomach is a marvelous piece of biological engineering - exactly what is needed by the body to break down food with powerful acids while protecting the body. human stomach • digestive system • stomach acid • gastric acid • stomach ulcer
The Purpose of Calculus Created nearly simultaneously by two mathematical geniuses, calculus to many is little more than a pointless numerical exercise. It's uses, though, are vast in number. calculus • isaac newton • gotfried leibnitz • history of calculus • functions
The Zimmerman Telegram - WW1 1917 German U-Boats sank The Lusitania in 1915; 128 Americans died. Unrestricted attacks began in 1917. But ... it took a secret memo to cause Woodrow Wilson to declare war! world war 1 • the zimmerman telegram • room 40 • u-boat attack • the lusitania
War On The Home Front When war broke out and the merchant navy began falling prey to U-boats British civilians were as embattled as British troops. The mechanisms of rationing had been prepared beforehand and when war was declared rationing was only a few days behind. british • britain • uk • wwii • war
What is Organization Development? Organization development, begun in the mid 20th century to improve organizational effectiveness, has morphed into diverse subfields. organization development • organizational effectiveness • organizational culture • change management • od consultants
Computer Security Weekly, May 1, 2000 May 1, 2000, This week's events in computer security, both on and off the net. computer • security • network • internet • virus
Education in Your Religious Tradition A review of institutions of higher learning affiliated with the Jewish, Muslim, Baha'i, Buddhist, Catholic, Transcendental Meditation, Seventh Day Adventist, and Protestant faiths. education • educate • higher • high • learn
Hijacking ecology Some ecologists complain the environmental movement has hijacked their science. What on Earth do they mean? ecology • environment • environmentalism • conservation • biodiversity
Income Disparity and the Mississippi River income disparity • studies • absolute income • mississippi river |
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