Social effects in simple computer model of aging.
A simple evolutionary model for biological aging is modified such that it requires a minimum population for survival, like in human society. This social effect leads to a transition between extinction and survival of the species.
Stauffer
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Institute for Theoretical Physics, Cologne University, Zulpicher str. 77, D-50923, Euroland, Köln, Germany. stauffer@thp.uni-koeln.de
Radomski
J P
JP
D000375:Aging / Q000523:psychology*; D003198:Computer Simulation; D006801:Humans; D008960:Models, Psychological; D015233:Models, Statistical; D012922:Social Change