It is worth noting that discrete space optimization problem has aroused widespread study interest especially in the algorithm proposals for specific applications because many applications encountered in real world are combinatorial optimization problems, which can be characterized into discrete space optimization problem.
It is entertaining proposals for new applications for the scanners, including one that lets people scan the bar codes on video-game cartridges to call up on their computers links to Web sites with advice for players.
This unique property has also led many proposals for its applications in actuation and energy harvesting (Ashley 1998; Goodfriend and Shoop 1992; Fenn et al. 1996).
The limitations of existing techniques are discussed and proposals for the application of novel analysis approaches are outlined.
Additionally, the National Institute of Justice has solicited research proposals for the application of SNA to reduce violent crime and increase predictive policing capabilities.
The present article compares the findings reported two years into the research with the situation by the end, three years later; and ends with proposals for practical application of the outcomes to help organisations in managing their information products more strategically and effectively.
In recent years interesting proposals for the application of fuzzy logic in medical sciences have been appeared in the literature [ 20- 22], and in this regard a special mention has to be made to the contributions coming from the group of Helgason, aiming for example to better individualize diagnostic process [ 23], or prescribing and dosing of particular medications at the bedside [ 24, 25].
In January, the foundation issued a request for proposals, seeking applications for three-month "planning grants" of $5,000 to $10,000.
In their work teams of young researchers develop and present proof-of-concept proposals for prospective SynBio applications in the areas of health, environment, food, fuels, and beyond.
