Simplicity in Complexity: An Introduction to Complex Systems

by Rajesh R. Parwani

How do scientists model crowd behaviour, epidemics, earthquakes or the internet?

What can we learn from the collective intelligence and adaptability of an ant colony?

This book answers such questions by highlighting common themes in the study of complex systems.

Topics covered include self-organisation, emergence, agent-based simulations, complex networks, phase plane plots, fractals, chaos, measures of complexity, model building, and the scientific method.

Explanations are simple and concise, with common misconceptions clarified. Numerous exercises help enthusiasts consolidate their understanding through peer learning.

Genres: Nonfiction

140 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2015

About the author

After receiving his PhD in theoretical physics from Stony Brook University (NY) in 1992, Rajesh held various research positions in France and India before returning to Singapore. From 2001 till 2012 he was a lecturer at the University Scholars Programme, NUS, teaching Simplicity and Complexity, while continuing his research into quantum theory and cosmology. In 2012 he left NUS to spend more time on his research and other interests, such book writing and publishing, and Yoga of which he is a certified instructor.

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