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Global asymptotic coherence in discrete dynamical systems.

David J D Earn1, Simon A Levin

  • 1Department of Mathematics and Statistics, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada L8S 4K1. earn@math.mcmaster.ca

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America
|March 16, 2006
PubMed
Summary

We introduce meta-coupled map lattices (meta-CMLs) for studying spatial synchrony. A new global theorem guarantees incoherence decay, aiding ecological and disease control applications.

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Area of Science:

  • Dynamical systems theory
  • Complex systems science
  • Mathematical ecology

Background:

  • Spatial synchrony, or coherence, is crucial in dynamical systems.
  • Coupled map lattices (CMLs) model spatially extended systems.
  • Previous CML coherence studies focused on local stability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze spatial synchrony in a generalized class of coupled map lattices, termed meta-CMLs.
  • To develop a global theorem for coherence in these systems.
  • To provide tools for applied problems like species conservation and pest eradication.

Main Methods:

  • We study meta-coupled map lattices (meta-CMLs), where lattice points can be multidimensional.
  • A global theorem is proven for meta-CMLs.

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  • The theorem provides a sufficient condition for the decay of incoherence.

    • Main Results:

    • A global theorem guarantees the decay of incoherence in meta-CMLs.
    • This condition holds regardless of initial conditions or system attractors.
    • The findings extend beyond traditional CML analysis.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed global theorem offers a robust method for analyzing spatial synchrony in complex systems.
    • This work has significant implications for applied fields such as conservation biology and epidemiology.
    • Meta-CMLs provide a flexible framework for modeling multispecies or multidimensional ecological and epidemiological dynamics.