The Mosaic Theory of Natural Complexity
A scientific and philosophical approach
Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Other Sciences, Philosophy & Social Aspects
| Author: | Georges Chapouthier | ISBN: | 9782821895744 |
| Publisher: | Éditions des maisons des sciences de l’homme associées | Publication: | April 10, 2018 |
| Imprint: | Éditions des maisons des sciences de l’homme associées | Language: | English |
| Author: | Georges Chapouthier |
| ISBN: | 9782821895744 |
| Publisher: | Éditions des maisons des sciences de l’homme associées |
| Publication: | April 10, 2018 |
| Imprint: | Éditions des maisons des sciences de l’homme associées |
| Language: | English |
What is complexity? The present work will offer a description of complex systems based on two general principles: juxtaposition of similar units and then integration of these units, once modified, into structures at a higher level of which they become parts. As in a mosaic, however, these parts within the higher level or structure, retain some independent properties and autonomy. The model is based directly on observations of living organisms: cells or organs retain their autonomy functioning within a given organism, and individual organisms have autonomy when functioning as part of a population or society.
What is complexity? The present work will offer a description of complex systems based on two general principles: juxtaposition of similar units and then integration of these units, once modified, into structures at a higher level of which they become parts. As in a mosaic, however, these parts within the higher level or structure, retain some independent properties and autonomy. The model is based directly on observations of living organisms: cells or organs retain their autonomy functioning within a given organism, and individual organisms have autonomy when functioning as part of a population or society.
