We introduce the concept of modularity-preserving representations. If a representation is modularity-preserving, the existence of modularity in the problem space is translated into a corresponding… (More)
A recent theoretical investigation of modular representations shows that certain modularizations can introduce a distance bias into a landscape. This was a static analysis, and empirical… (More)
A key property for predicting the effectiveness of stochastic search techniques, including evolutionary algorithms, is the existence of a positive correlation between the form and the quality of… (More)
A key property for the effectiveness of stochastic search techniques, including evolutionary algorithms, is the existence of a positive correlation between the form and the quality of candidate… (More)
Modularity is thought to improve the evolvability of biological systems [18, 22]. Recent studies in the field of evolutionary computation show that the use of modularity improves performance and… (More)
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The interactive technical electronic book, TechEBook, currently under development at the University of Central Florida, provides a useful tool for engineers and scientists through unique features… (More)
Aedes Aegypti is the vector of several deadly diseases, including Zika. Effective and sustainable vector control measures must be deployed to keep A. aegypti numbers under control. The distribution… (More)
We study the self-organization of genomic symbols on a genetic algorithm with a location independent representation—the Proportional Genetic Algorithm (PGA) [2]. Self-organization of genomic… (More)
Entrepreneurial support organizations are among the most successful approaches for economic growth. There are multiple dimensions of entrepreneurial support activities such as resource provision,… (More)