Biophysics and Cybernetic Systems Maxfield Callahan Fogel 1965 Illustrated

Explore the pioneering research presented in "Biophysics and Cybernetic Systems," the proceedings of the Second Cybernetic Sciences Symposium held in October 1964. This seminal volume, edited by Myles Maxfield, Arthur Callahan, and Lawrence J. Fogel, delves into the interdisciplinary fields of biophysics and cybernetics, offering a unique snapshot of early developments in these crucial areas. The book features a collection of papers that address topics such as the biophysical division of the Physical Science Branch and the Medical Science Branch, illustrating the synthesis of biological and technological concepts. Published in 1965 by Spartan Books and Macmillan, this hardcover volume is a valuable resource for collectors and scholars interested in the history of science, artificial intelligence, and systems theory. It includes numerous illustrations, such as electron micrographs and diagrams, supporting the advanced research discussed within. The symposium, sponsored by the Office of Naval Research and the Allan Hancock Foundation, brought together leading minds to discuss complex adaptive systems, information processing, and the fundamental principles governing living systems.