Dr. Madhur Anand is seeking applications for MSc and PhD students to start as early as September 2001. Students interested in studying complexity theory and in applying this perspective to the description and analysis of the natural world are sought to participate in a new research program in complex system studies. The objectives of the program are to develop innovative approaches to understanding ecosystem dynamics which will be directly applicable to the management, restoration, and conservation of wilderness areas. An undergraduate degree in geography, ecology or other related field of science or engineering. Advanced computer skills and some programming experience would be an asset.
Some financial support is available.
We need individuals who are self-motivated, dynamic, passionate about programming and life. Preference will be given to candidates who are familiar with tools used in complex systems modeling such as Genetic Algorithm, Neural Networks, Cellular Automata, Evolutionary Programming, Graph theory and Chaos theory. We are interested in individuals with strong mathematical skills and experience in modeling complex systems. We need individuals who are self-motivated, dynamic, and passionate about research and life. The candidates have to have deep understanding of basic mathematical modeling techniques, Information Theory, Chaos Theory, Graph Theory, Thermodynamics, Statistical Mechanics.