In this paper, we describe an agent-based evolutionary computing approach to unsupervised grammar induction called grael (Grammar Evolution). Extending a general framework for data driven grammar optimization and induction, the evolutionary setup of grael can be used to automatically induce and optimize grammars from scratch on the basis of unstructured text. Agents are equipped with a very bas...

We propose that operator induction serves as an adequate model of perception. We explain how to reduce universal agent models to operator induction. We propose a universal measure of operator induction fitness, and show how it can be used in a reinforcement learning model and a homeostasis (self-preserving) agent based on the free energy principle. We show that the action of the homeostasis age...

INTRODUCTION In seriously ill patients, etomidate gives cardiovascular stability at induction of anaesthesia, but there is concern over possible adrenal suppression. Etomidate could reduce steroid synthesis and increase the need for vasopressor and steroid therapy. The outcome could be worse than in patients given other induction agents. METHODS We reviewed 159 septic shock patients admitted ...

By now, induction proofs should feel routine to you, to the point that you could almost do them in your sleep. However, it is important not to become complacent and careless, for example, by skipping seemingly minor details in the write-up, omitting quantifiers, or neglecting to check conditions and hypotheses. Below are some examples of false induction proofs that illustrate what can happen wh...

Alternating-offers is the most prominent negotiation protocol for automatic bilateral bargaining. Nevertheless, in most settings it is still not known how two fully rational agents should behave in the protocol. In this paper we study the finite-horizon alternatingoffers protocol under one-sided uncertain deadlines. We make a novel use of backward induction in studying bargaining with uncertain...

background postoperative sore throat is a common complication of endotracheal intubation and can lead to dissatisfaction after surgery. airway management has the strongest influence on the incidence of sore throat and improving endotracheal intubating conditions can reduce this complaint. type of induction agent used during anesthesia can contribute to variances in the degree of post-operative ...