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Introduction to focus issue: Topics in nonlinear science
Elizabeth Bradley1, Adilson E Motter2, Louis M Pecora3
1Department of Computer Science, University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, Colorado 80309-0430, USA and Santa Fe Institute, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501, USA.
Chaos (Woodbury, N.Y.)
|July 15, 2025
Summary
This collection celebrates 35 years of nonlinear science and David K. Campbell's contributions. It covers network dynamics, machine learning, and quantum systems, highlighting new research and future directions.
Area of Science:
- Nonlinear science and complex systems.
Background:
- The journal Chaos has significantly advanced nonlinear science over 35 years.
- This issue honors founding editor-in-chief David K. Campbell's 80th birthday and his research contributions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a collection of influential topics in nonlinear science.
- To showcase advancements in areas significantly impacted by Campbell's research and leadership.
- To provide a balance of reviews, original research, and future perspectives.
Main Methods:
- A curated selection of contributions from leading researchers.
- Inclusion of literature reviews, original research articles, and perspectives.
- Focus on topics central to nonlinear science and Campbell's work.
Main Results:
- New phenomena and method developments in diverse areas of nonlinear science.
- Contributions span network dynamics, machine learning, quantum and material systems, chaos and fractals, localized states, and living systems.
- A comprehensive overview of the current state and future of nonlinear science.
Conclusions:
- The collection reflects the significant evolution and breadth of nonlinear science.
- It underscores the lasting impact of David K. Campbell's leadership and research.
- The issue serves as a valuable resource for researchers in nonlinear science and related fields.
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