We transcend this debate by formalizing the gene centered view and establishing the limits on its applicability. We show that the gene-centered view is a dynamic version of the well known mean field approximation. It breaks down for trait divergence which corresponds to symmetry breaking in evolving populations. Additional materials relevant to evolution and ecology will soon be posted at this site. This competition aims to stimulate effort and advance the state of the art in this clinically significant problem, and to foster friendly competition and wide-ranging collaborations.
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We are planning a discussion forum, meetings and other activities on medical complexity generally, and specific medical topics. Official announcements will be sent in a separate notice. The first workshop will be held in Seattle on March 17, 2000. Scientists and non-scientists will examine current economic and business needs and in the light of the science of complex systems. Planning documents for future steps in the Initiative are being prepared, drafts of these documents are available on-line.