SUPCOR
SYSCOMM programme (complex systems and mathematical modelling)

The French National Research Agency has launched an open fundamental research programme, for 2008-2009-2010.

The goal in combining applied mathematical methods, statistical physics concepts and experimental data on complex systems is to simplify the modelling of these systems and improve understanding, while avoiding the complicated computer simulation often used for their description.

This approach is intrinsically multidisciplinary and applies to a very wide range of areas, from ecosystem dynamics to systems biology, not to mention biogeochemical cycles or the mechanics of heterogeneous media.

Links with previous ANR programmes

This programme complements two earlier initiatives, in supercomputing and simulation, and in massive datasets and knowledge. It is positioned upstream of ICST programmes, as is the 2008 programme on design and simulation, because it deals with systems where the major challenge is mathematically representing the phenomenon of interest (prior to any modelling).

Concerning biological domains, it is an extension of the earlier call for projects on systems biology.

Contacts

• ANR: Pierre Glorieux, Programme Manager
• INRIA SUPCOR: Claude Labit, Scientific Adviser, and Christine Prigent, Administrative Manager

To find out more

ANR 2008 programme guide.