s of this sketch are
likely to change as details are clarified and as new experience
is gained.  As an alternative to the longer essay, an abstract
is provided as a minimal statement.

Abstract

In briefest terms my project is to develop mutual applications
of systems theory and artificial intelligence to each other.
In the current phase of investigation I am taking a standpoint
in systems theory, working to extend its concepts and methods
to cover increasingly interesting classes of intelligent systems.
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