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 at 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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COMPLEX'94
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