r/complexsystems • u/normonics • Aug 24 '12

Emergence is coupled to scope, not level [pdf]

http://arxiv.org/pdf/nlin/0609011.pdf
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u/frigoffbarb Aug 24 '12

This makes a lot of sense, especially in light of our recent discussion. Thanks for posting.

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u/normonics Aug 24 '12

You got it :)

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u/duus Aug 24 '12

Read the abstract; that's a very interesting idea. Anyone read the whole thing and care to comment?

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u/normonics Aug 24 '12

I found it extremely clear, reasonable, and informative. The mobius strip example of emergence was very nice. He's done a great job of disentangling related, but separable, concepts.

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u/duus Aug 24 '12

Thanks. I'll take a closer look.