General Chairs' Welcome Message

Program Chairs' Welcome Message (PDF)

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Conference Organization (PDF)

pp. xiv-xv

Emergent Design: Opportunities for Hybridizing Agent-Based and Evolutionary Computation (PDF)

Plenary Abstracts

Una May O'Reilly, MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab

pp. 2-2

Discovering Rules of Adaptation and Interaction: From Molecules and Gene Interaction to Brain Functions (PDF)

Nikola Kasabov, Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand

pp. 3-3

Granular Modeling: The Synergy of Granular Computing and Fuzzy Logic (PDF)

Witold Pedrycz, University of Alberta, Canada

pp. 4-4

Hybrid Intelligent Techniques for Intelligent Personal Assistant in Digital Convergence (PDF)

Sung-Bae Cho, Yonsei University, Korea

pp. 5-5

Intelligent Robotic Systems: Safety, Security, Health, and Dependability (PDF)

Toshio Fukuda, Nagoya University, Japan

pp. 6

Machine Learning and Heuristics

Margin-Based Active Learning and Background Knowledge in Text Mining (Abstract)

Catarina Silva, Universidade de Coimbra, Portugal; Instituto Polit?cnico de Leiria, Portugal

Bernardete Ribeiro, Universidade de Coimbra, Portugal

pp. 8-13

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Block Learning Bayesian Network Structure from Data (Abstract)

Yi-feng Zeng, National University of Singapore, Kent Ridge

Kim-leng Poh, National University of Singapore, Kent Ridge

pp. 14-19

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Robotic Hand-Eye Coordination: From Observation to Manipulation (Abstract)

Shahram Jafari, Monash University, Australia

Ray Jarvis, Monash University, Australia

pp. 20-25

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An Intelligent Model for Reconstruction of Stance Time from Faulty Gait Recording (Abstract)

J. Kamruzzaman, GSCIT, Monash University, Australia

R. Begg, CARES, Victoria University, Australia

pp. 26-31

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Comparisons between Heuristics Based on Correlativity and Efficiency for Landmarker Generation (Abstract)

Daren Ler, University of Sydney, Australia

Irena Koprinska, University of Sydney, Australia

Sanjay Chawla, University of Sydney, Australia

pp. 32-37

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Reconfigurable Amplifier Circuits for Adaptive Sensor Systems Employing Bio - Inspiration (Abstract)

Senthil Kumar Lakshmanan, University of Kaiserslautern, Germany

Andreas K?nig, University of Kaiserslautern, Germany

pp. 38-43

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An Empirical Performance Comparison of Machine Learning Methods for Spam E-Mail Categorization (Abstract)

Chih-Chin Lai, National University of Tainan, Taiwan

Ming-Chi Tsai, Shu-Te University, Kaohsiung County, Taiwan

pp. 44-48

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Support Vector Machine and Generalized Regression Neural Network Based Classification Fusion Models for Cancer Diagnosis (Abstract)

Muhammad Shoaib B. Sehgal, GSCIT, Monash University, Australia

Iqbal Gondal, GSCIT, Monash University, Australia

Laurence Dooley, GSCIT, Monash University, Australia

pp. 49-54

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Discovering Operational Signatures with Time Constraints from a Discrete Event Sequence (Abstract)

Philippe Bouch?, Domaine Universitaire St J?rome, France

Marc Le Goc, Domaine Universitaire St J?rome, France

pp. 55-60

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Learning Diagnosis Profiles through Semi-Supervised Gradient Descent of Hidden Markov Models (Abstract)

Laurent Jeanpierre, University Nancy 2, LORIA, France

Fran?ois Charpillet, INRIA Lorraine, LORIA, France

pp. 61-66

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Knowledge Processing and Management

Downward Refinement in the ALN Description Logic (Abstract)

Nicola Fanizzi, Universit? degli Studi di Bari, Italy

Stefano Ferilli, Universit? degli Studi di Bari, Italy

Luigi Iannone, Universit? degli Studi di Bari, Italy

Ignazio Palmisano, Universit? degli Studi di Bari, Italy

Giovanni Semeraro, Universit? degli Studi di Bari, Italy

pp. 68-73

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Hybrid Soft Categorization in Conceptual Spaces (Abstract)

Ickjai Lee, James Cook University, Australia

pp. 74-79

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Experience Based Reasoning for Recognising Fraud and Deception (Abstract)

Zhaohao Sun, University of Wollongong, Australia

Gavin Finnie, University of Wollongong, Australia

pp. 80-85

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An Efficient Feature Selection Using Multi-Criteria in Text Categorization (Abstract)

Son Doan, Japan Advance Institute of Science and Technology, Japan

Susumu Horiguchi, Tohoku University, Japan

pp. 86-91

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Behavior Modeling Using a Hierarchical HMM Approach (Abstract)

Shih-Yang Chiao, Lancaster University, United Kingdom

Costas S. Xydeas, Lancaster University, United Kingdom

pp. 92-97

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Knowledge Discovery with SOM Networks in Financial Investment Strategy (Abstract)

Shu-Ching Kuo, Diwan College of Management, Taiwan, R.O.C.

Sheng-Tun Li, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan, R.O.C.

Yi-Chung Cheng, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan, R.O.C.

Men-Hsieu Ho, National Chiayi University, Taiwan, R.O.C.

pp. 98-103

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A New Hybrid Methodology for Intelligent Chinese Character Recognition (Abstract)

David Al-Dabass, Nottingham Trent University, UK

David Evans, Nottingham Trent University, UK

Manling Ren, Xerox Limited Technical Centre, Welwyn Garden City, UK

pp. 104-109

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A Case-Based Recommender for Task Assignment in Heterogeneous Computing Systems (Abstract)

S. Ghanbari, Amirkabir University, Tehran Iran

M. R. Meybodi, Amirkabir University, Tehran Iran

K. Badie, Iran Telecommunication Research Center, Tehran, Iran

pp. 110-115

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Agent Systems, Design, and Architectures

Integrative Early Requirements Analysis for Agent-Based Systems (Abstract)

Longbing Cao, University of Technology, Sydney, Australia

Chengqi Zhang, University of Technology, Sydney, Australia

Dan Luo, Ministry of Science and Technology, China

Wanli Chen, University of Technology, Sydney, Australia

Neda Zamani, University of Wollongong, Australia

pp. 118-123

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A Motivation Based Behavior in Hybrid Intelligent Agents for Intention Reconsideration Process in Vessel Berthing Applications (Abstract)

Prasanna Lokuge, Monash University, Australia

Damminda Alahakoon, Monash University, Australia

pp. 124-129

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Reinforcement Learning Hierarchical Neuro-Fuzzy Politree Model for Control of Autonomous Agents (Abstract)

Karla Figueiredo, UERJ, Brazil

Marley Vellasco, UERJ, Brazil

Marco Pacheco, UERJ, Brazil

Fl?vio Souza, UERJ, Brazil

pp. 130-135

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An Image-Guided Heuristic for Planning an Exhaustive Enumeration (Abstract)

Josel?to J. Chua, Monash University, Victoria, Australia

Asha Rao, RMIT University, Victoria, Australia

pp. 136-141

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A Novel Adaptive Decision Making Agent Architecture Inspired by Human Behavior and Brain Study Models (Abstract)

L. K. Wickramasinghe, Monash University, Australia

L.D. Alahakoon, Monash University, Australia

pp. 142-147

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Mobile Agent-Based Execution Modelling (Abstract)

Wenyu Qu, Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Japan

Hong Shen, Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Japan

pp. 148-153

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Agent-Based Modelling: A Case Study in HIV Epidemic (Abstract)

Eyob Teweldemedhin, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa

Tshilidzi Marwala, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa

Conrad Mueller, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa

pp. 154-159

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Zamin, an Agent Based Artificial Life Model (Abstract)

Ramin Halavati, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

Saeed B. Shouraki, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

Saman H. Zadeh, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

Pujan Ziaie, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

Caro Lucas, Tehran University, Iran

pp. 160-165

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Cooperative Game Theory within Multi-Agent Systems for Systems Scheduling (Abstract)

Derek Messie, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY

Jae C. Oh, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY

pp. 166-171

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A Rationality-Based Modeling for Coalition Support (Abstract)

Jae C. Oh, Syracuse University, NY

Nathaniel Gemelli, Air Force Research Lab., Rome, NY

Robert Wright, Air Force Research Lab., Rome, NY

pp. 172-177

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Soft Computing Systems

Improving a Pittsburgh Leant Fuzzy Rule Base using Feature Subset Selection (Abstract)

Pablo A. D. de Castro, DC - UFSCar, Brazil

Daniel M. Santoro, DC - UFSCar, Brazil

Heloisa A. Camargo, DC - UFSCar, Brazil

Maria C. Nicoletti, DC - UFSCar, Brazil

pp. 180-185

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Ensemble of Linear Perceptrons with Confidence Level Output (Abstract)

Pitoyo Hartono, Waseda University, Japan

Shuji Hashimoto, Waseda University, Japan

pp. 186-191

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First-Order Logical Neural Networks (Abstract)

Thanupol Lerdlamnaochai, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Boonserm Kijsirikul, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

pp. 192-197

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Performance Studies on KBANN (Abstract)

R. P. Jagadeesh, Satyam Computer Services Ltd, Bangalore, India

Chandra Bose, Satyam Computer Services Ltd, Bangalore, India

G. Nagaraja, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, India

pp. 198-203

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Artificial Neural Networks Applied to Long-Term Electricity Demand Forecasting (Abstract)

Mostafa Al Mamun, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, Japan

Ken Nagasaka, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, Japan

pp. 204-209

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Evolutionary Artificial Neural Network Optimisation in Financial Engineering (Abstract)

Serge Hayward, Ecole Sup?rieure de Commerce de Dijon, France

pp. 210-215

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HDGSOM: A Modified Growing Self-Organizing Map for High Dimensional Data Clustering (Abstract)

Rasika Amarasiri, Monash University, Australia

Damminda Alahakoon, Monash University, Australia

Kate A. Smith, Monash University, Australia

pp. 216-221

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Growing Model Algorithm for Process Identification Based on Neural-Gas Learning and Local Linear Mapping (Abstract)

Gancho Vachkov, Kagawa University, Takamatsu City, Japan

pp. 222-227

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Web Intelligence and Data Mining

Image Clustering System on WWW using Web Texts (Abstract)

Wataru Sunayama, Hiroshima City University, Japan

Akiko Nagata, Osaka University, Japan

Masahiko Yachida, Osaka University, Japan

pp. 230-235

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Using Association Rules for Completing Missing Data (Abstract)

Chih-Hung Wu, National University of Kaohsiung, Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Chian-Huei Wun, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Hung-Ju Chou, National University of Kaohsiung, Kaohsiung, Taiwan

pp. 236-241

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Application of Machine Learning Techniques to Web-Based Intelligent Learning Diagnosis System (Abstract)

Chenn-Jung Huang, National Hualien Teachers College, Hualien, Taiwan

Ming-Chou Liu, National Hualien Teachers College, Hualien, Taiwan

San-Shine Chu, National Hualien Teachers College, Hualien, Taiwan

Chin-Lun Cheng, National Hualien Teachers College, Hualien, Taiwan

pp. 242-247

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Application of Support Vector Machines to Admission Control for Proportional Differentiated Services Enabled Internet Servers (Abstract)

Chenn-Jung Huang, National Hualien Teachers College, Hualien, Taiwan

Chih-Lun Cheng, National Hualien Teachers College, Hualien, Taiwan

pp. 248-253

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Intelligent Agent to Support Design in Supply Chain Based on Semantic Web Services (Abstract)

Incheon Paik, University of Aizu, Japan

Shinjiro Takami, University of Aizu, Japan

Yuu Watanabe, University of Aizu, Japan

pp. 254-259

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Improvement of Non-Linear Mapping Computation for Dimensionality Reduction in Data Visualization and Classification (Abstract)

Kuncup Iswandy, University of Kaiserslautern, Germany

Andreas K?nig, University of Kaiserslautern, Germany

pp. 260-265

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Hybrid Learning Scheme for Data Mining Applications (Abstract)

T. Ravindra Babu, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore

M. Narasimha Murty, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore

V. K. Agrawal, ISRO Satellite Centre, Bangalore

pp. 266-271

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Bioinformatics

K-Ranked Covariance Based Missing Values Estimation for Microarray Data Classification (Abstract)

Muhammad Shoaib B. Sehgal, GSCIT, Monash University, Australia

Iqbal Gondal, GSCIT, Monash University, Australia

Laurence Dooley, GSCIT, Monash University, Australia

pp. 274-279

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Using Associative Classification for Predicting HIV-1 Drug Resistance (Abstract)

Anantaporn Srisawat, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Boonserm Kijsirikul, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

pp. 280-284

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An Efficient Algorithm for Computing the Fitness Function of a Hydrophobic-Hydrophilic Model (Abstract)

Tamjidul Hoque, Monash University, Churchill, Australia

Madhu Chetty, Monash University, Churchill, Australia

Laurence S Dooley, Monash University, Churchill, Australia

pp. 285-290

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Partially Computed Fitness Function Based Genetic Algorithm for Hydrophobic-Hydrophilic Model (Abstract)

Tamjidul Hoque, Monash University, Churchill, Australia

Madhu Chetty, Monash University, Churchill, Australia

Laurence S Dooley, Monash University, Churchill, Australia

pp. 291-296

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Secondary Structure Prediction Using SVM and Clustering (Abstract)

Shing H. Doong, ShuTe University, Yen-Chau, Taiwan

Chi Y. Yeh, ShuTe University, Yen-Chau, Taiwan

pp. 297-302

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Features, Classification, and Clustering

Classification Ensembles for Shaft Test Data: Empirical Evaluation (Abstract)

Kyungmi Lee, Griffith University, Queensland, Australia

Vladimir Estivill-Castro, Griffith University, Queensland, Australia

pp. 304-309

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A Fuzzy Clustering Algorithm using Cellular Learning Automata based Evolutionary Algorithm (Abstract)

R. Rastegar, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

A. R. Arasteh, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

A. Hariri, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

M. R. Meybodi, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

pp. 310-314

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Feature Selection and Classification of Gene Expression Profile in Hereditary Breast Cancer (Abstract)

Mansoor Raza, GSCIT

Iqbal Gondal, GSCIT

David Green, GSCIT

Ross L. Coppel, Monash University, Australia

pp. 315-320

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Fuzzy Clustering with a Regularized Autoassociative Neural Network (Abstract)

Alejandro Bassi, RCAST, University of Tokyo, Japan; DCC, University of Chile, Santiago

Juan D. Vel?squez, RCAST, University of Tokyo, Japan; DII, University of Chile, Santiago

Hiroshi Yasuda, RCAST, University of Tokyo, Japan

pp. 321-325

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Adaptive Boosting with Leader based Learners for Classification of Large Handwritten Data (Abstract)

T. Ravindra Babu, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore

M. Narasimha Murty, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore

V. K. Agrawal, ISRO Satellite Centre, Bangalore

pp. 326-331

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Image and Signal Processing

GAP Test: A Cognitive Evaluation Procedure for Shape Descriptors (Abstract)

Anarta Ghosh, University of Groningen, The Netherlands

Nicolai Petkov, University of Groningen, The Netherlands

pp. 334-339

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A Novel Fuzzy Approach to Speech Recognition (Abstract)

Ramin Halavati, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

Saeed Bagheri Shouraki, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

Mahsa Eshraghi, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

Milad Alemzadeh, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

Pujan Ziaie, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

pp. 340-345

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A Constructive Approach to Creating A Method for Generating Images (Abstract)

Kei Ohnishi, Kyushu Institute of Technology, Japan

Kaori Yoshida, Kyushu Institute of Technology, Japan

pp. 346-351

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A New Blind Deconvolution Algorithm Based on a Gradient Method with Phase Spectral Constraints (Abstract)

Eiji Uchino, Yamaguchi University, Japan

Noriaki Suetake, Yamaguchi University, Japan

Morihiko Sakano, Yamaguchi University, Japan

pp. 352-357

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An Experimental Study of the Hybridization of Logistic Discriminant Analysis and Multilayer Neural Network for Image Identification (Abstract)

Akira Asano, Hiroshima University, Japan

Koji Hotta, Hiroshima University, Japan

Takao Hinamoto, Hiroshima University, Japan

Chie Muraki Asano, Hiroshima University, Japan

Megu Ohtaki, Hiroshima University, Japan

Mitsuji Muneyasu, Kansai University, Japan

pp. 358-363

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Anticipatory Processing

Selection of Time Series Forecasting Models based on Performance Information (Abstract)

Patr?cia Maforte dos Santos, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Brazil

Teresa Bernarda Ludermir, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Brazil

Ricardo Bastos Cavalcante Prudêncio, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Brazil

pp. 366-371

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A Hybrid Decision Support System Model for Disaster Management (Abstract)

Sohail Asghar, Monash University, Australia

Damminda Alahakoon, Monash University, Australia

Leonid Churilov, Monash University, Australia

pp. 372-377

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Polymorphic Malicious Executable Scanner by API Sequence Analysis (Abstract)

J-Y. Xu, New Mexico Tech

A. H. Sung, New Mexico Tech

P. Chavez, New Mexico Tech

S. Mukkamala, New Mexico Tech

pp. 378-383

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Website Visitor Classification Using Machine Learning (Abstract)

P. Defibaugh-Chavez, New Mexico Tech

S. Mukkamala, New Mexico Tech

A. H. Sung, New Mexico Tech

pp. 384-389

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Innate and Acquired Immunity in Real Time Systems (Abstract)

Dan W Taylor, University of Reading, UK; JTL Systems Ltd, Newbury, UK

David W Corne, University of Exeter, UK

pp. 390-395

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Optimization

Q'tron Neural Networks for Constraint Satisfaction (Abstract)

Tai-Wen Yue, Tatung University, Taipei, Taiwan

Mei-Ching Chen, Tatung University, Taipei, Taiwan

pp. 398-403

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Comparison of Local Search Implementation Schemes in Hybrid Evolutionary Multiobjective Optimization Algorithms (Abstract)

Hisao Ishibuchi, Osaka Prefecture University

Kaname Narukawa, Osaka Prefecture University

pp. 404-409

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Hierarchical Tournament Selection Genetic Algorithm for the Vehicle Routing Problem with Time Windows (Abstract)

Guilherme Bastos Alvarenga, UFLA

Geraldo Robson Mateus, UFMG

pp. 410-415

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How to Deal with the VRPTW by using Multi-Agent Coalitions (Abstract)

Imen Boudali, ISG, Tunis University, Tunisia

Wajdi Fki, ISG, Tunis University, Tunisia

Khaled Ghedira, ISG, Tunis University, Tunisia

pp. 416-421

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A Hybrid Approach for a Constrained Routing Problem (Abstract)

Jes?s Fabi?n L?pez P?rez, FACPYA UANL, Monterrey, M?xico

pp. 422-427

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A Two-Phase Genetic and Set Partitioning Approach for the Vehicle Routing Problem with Time Windows (Abstract)

Guilherme Bastos Alvarenga, UFLA

Geraldo Robson Mateus, UFMG

pp. 428-433

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Hybridising Rule Induction and Multi-Objective Evolutionary Search for Optimising Water Distribution Systems (Abstract)

Laetitia Jourdan, University of Exeter, UK

David Corne, University of Exeter, UK

Dragan Savic, University of Exeter, UK

Godfrey Walters, University of Exeter, UK

pp. 434-439

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Poster Papers

An Effective Machine Learning Algorithm using Momentum Scheduling (PDF)

Eun-Mi Kim, Chonnam National University, Republic of Korea

Seong-Mi Park, Chonnam National University, Republic of Korea

Kwang-Hee Kim, Chonnam National University, Republic of Korea

Bae-Ho Lee, Chonnam National University, Republic of Korea

pp. 442-443

Design of Robust PID Controller With Disturbance Rejection For Motor Using Immune Algorithm (Abstract)

Dong Hwa Kim, Hanbat National University, Korea

Jae Hoon Cho, Hanbat National University, Korea

pp. 444-449

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Robust Power Plant Control Using Clonal Selection of Immune Algorithm Based Multiobjective (Abstract)

Dong Hwa Kim, Hanbat National University, Korea

Jae Hoon Jo, Hanbat National University, Korea

Hwan Lee, Hanbat National University, Korea

pp. 450-455

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Realizing Small Involuntary Movements in Reading English (Abstract)

Yukio Ishihara, Yamaguchi University

Satoru Morita, Yamaguchi University

pp. 456-459

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Neural Networks and Belief Logic (PDF)

Yuan Yan Chen, PNN Technologies

Joseph J. Chen, PNN Technologies

pp. 460-461

A New Sparse Rule-Based Fuzzy Reasoning Method (Abstract)

Baowen Wang, Yanshan University, China

Xia Li, Shijiazhuang University of Economics, China

Wenyuan Liu, Yanshan University, China

Yan Shi, Kyushu Tokai University, Japan

pp. 462-467

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Stigmergy in Multi Agent Reinforcement Learning (PDF)

Raghav Aras, Loria \ INRIA-Lorraine, France

Alain Dutech, Loria \ INRIA-Lorraine, France

Fran?ois Charpillet, Loria \ INRIA-Lorraine, France

pp. 468-469

Field-Programmable Analog Filters Array with Applications for Fuzzy Inference Systems (PDF)

Silviu Ionita, University of Pitesti, Romania

Emil Sofron, University of Pitesti, Romania

pp. 470-471

A Waterfall Model for Knowledge Management and Experience Management (Abstract)

Zhaohao Sun, University of Wollongong, Australia

pp. 472-475

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An Attitude Based Cooperative Negotiation Model (PDF)

Madhu Goyal, University of Technology

pp. 476-477

Investigation on the Threshold Setting of Intracellular Calcium Ion Concentration in Hippocampal CA3 Network Model for Synaptic Plasticity (PDF)

Kazuumi Tashiro, Yamaguchi University, Japan

Noriaki Suetake, Yamaguchi University, Japan

Eiji Uchino, Yamaguchi University, Japan

pp. 478-479

Reinforcement Learning of Player Agents in RoboCup Soccer Simulation (PDF)

Abhinav Sarje, Center for Development of Telematics, India

Amit Chawre, Reliance Infocomm, India

Shivashankar B. Nair, Indian Institute of Technology, India

pp. 480-481

Segmentation of High Resolution Satellite Images by Direction and Morphological Filters (Abstract)

Tomoko Tateyama, University of the Ryukyus, Japan

Zensho Nakao, University of the Ryukyus, Japan

Xian Yan Zeng, California State University, Northridge

Yen-Wei Chen, Ritsumeikan University, Shiga, Japan

pp. 482-487

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Author Index (PDF)

pp. 489-492