Dynamic mechanistic explanation: computational modeling of circadian rhythms as an exemplar for cognitive science.

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• Publication year

  2010

• Venue

  Studies in history and philosophy of science

• Publication date

  2010-09-01

• Fields of study

  Medicine, Computer Science

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  DOI 10.1016/J.SHPSA.2010.07.003PMID 21466124
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