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Santa Fe Institute

David Krakauer - What Is Complexity?

Santa Fe Institute via YouTube

Overview

Explore the concept of complexity in this 34-minute lecture by Santa Fe Institute President David Krakauer. Delve into the interdisciplinary nature of complexity studies, examine the characteristics of complex systems, and investigate the epistemology behind complexity science. Discover the fascinating phenomenon of emergence and how it relates to different levels of organization in complex systems. Gain insights into the fundamental principles that define the complex domain and how they differ from other scientific approaches. This thought-provoking talk, presented as part of Complexity Explorer's 10th anniversary celebration, offers a comprehensive introduction to the field of complexity science and its implications for understanding our world.

Syllabus

Intro
Disciplinary traits
The complex domain
The epistemology
Emergence
Levels

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Santa Fe Institute

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