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Examination of Thymic Positive and Negative Selection by Flow Cytometry
Published on: October 8, 2012
Revisiting negative selection algorithms
1AutoZone, Inc., Memphis, TN 38103, USA. zhou.ji@ieee.org
Abstract:
This paper reviews the progress of negative selection algorithms, an anomaly/change detection approach in Artificial Immune Systems (AIS). Following its initial model, we try to identify the fundamental characteristics of this family of algorithms and summarize their diversities. There exist various elements in this method, including data representation, coverage estimate, affinity measure, and matching rules, which are discussed for different variations. The various negative selection algorithms are categorized by different criteria as well. The relationship and possible combinations with other AIS or other machine learning methods are discussed. Prospective development and applicability of negative selection algorithms and their influence on related areas are then speculated based on the discussion.
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