Frank Dignum

Jeffrey Bradshaw

Barry G. Silverman

Willem van Doesburg

Research on multi-agent systems has provided a promising technology for implementing cognitive intelligent non-playing characters. However, the technologies used in game engines and multi-agent platforms are not readily compatible due to some inherent differences in concerns. Where game engines focus on real-time aspects and thus propagate efficiency and central control, multi-agent platforms assume autonomy of the agents. Increased autonomy and intelligence may offer benefits for a more compelling gameplay and may even be necessary for serious games. However, problems occur when current game design techniques are used to incorporate state-of-the-art multi-agent system technology. A very similar argument can be given for agent-based (social) simulation. This volume contains the papers presented at AGS 2009, the First International Workshop on Agents for Games and Simulations, held in Budapest on May 11, 2009. The focus of the workshop was on the particular challenges facing those using agent technology for games and simulations, with topics covering the technical, conceptual and design aspects of the field.

Trends in Techniques, Concepts and Design

Agents for Games and Simulations

Vincent Shang-Shouq Hwang

Stephen Post

The conference was held in Washington, DC, May 1990. The papers address topics in expert system development and management; planning and scheduling; knowledge acquisition and management systems; human computer interaction; expert database systems; expert advisory systems; natural language; knowledge

Proceedings

The Fifth Annual AI Systems in Government Conference, May 6-11, 1990, Washington, D.C.

H. James Antonisse

John W. Benoit

Proceedings, October 19-23, 1987, Capitol Hilton, Washington, D.C.

Third Annual Expert Systems in Government Conference

Ashlesha Jain

Ajita Ichalkaranje

This compendium brings together leading researchers in the fields of Intelligent Systems and healthcare aiming at medical engineers, healthcare managers and computer scientists worldwide. This book is an overview of intelligent paradigms and strategic investments that might payoff for the healthcare enterprise. Specifically, the reader will get ideas for efficiency enhancements for improving effectiveness and quality of care and for increasing patient safety. "Advanced Intelligent Paradigms in Healthcare" straddles technologic topics from DNA processing and automating medical second opinions in the lab, to telemedicine and chat spaces for rural patient outreach, among many others. In terms of management concerns, this book also explores systems approaches such as automated clinical guidelines, institutional workflow management, and best practices and lessons learned with actual applications.

Systems Thinking

Intelligent Paradigms for Healthcare Enterprises

Barry G. Silverman

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