Currently I have three main research interests. The first of which
concerns inhomogeneities in differential equations, the second concerns
dynamics on networks and network motifs, and the third concerns potential developments to a standard participatory modelling methodology.
Josephson Junctions and Waves
Josephson junctions are experimental constructs with uses in electronics and in particular the creation of the next generation of computers or the faster transmission of data. Josephson junctions are created by sandwiching an insulator (or in fact just a non-superconducting material) between two superconductors...
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Interactions of Firms
In a locality Firms or Companies interact in many different ways. The most obvious way is via the flow of materials or energy between firms. That is via a trade network. However there are also less tangible relationships present. For instance, firms may work together to train their employees or share contacts...
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Extending Participatory Modelling Methods
A Fuzzy Cognitive Map (
FCM) is a way of visualising and formalising
the relationships between cogent factors of different types in a system of
interest. That is, of creating a basic
model of the system. Within a
participatory framework such a model can be created by stakeholders
themselves. Such a process allows the
researcher to gather the knowledge and insight of those who inhabit and create
the system...
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