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algorithm

http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/IAO_0000064

A plan specification which describes the inputs and output of mathematical functions as well as workflow of execution for achieving an predefined objective. Algorithms are realized usually by means of implementation as computer programs for execution by automata.

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algorithm

definition source

adapted from discussion on OBI list (Matthew Pocock, Christian Cocos, Alan Ruttenberg), OBI_0000270

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algorithm

example of usage

PMID: 18378114.Genomics. 2008 Mar 28. LINKGEN: A new algorithm to process data in genetic linkage studies.

has curation status

http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/IAO_0000120

term editor

PlanAndPlannedProcess Branch, Philippe Rocca-Serra

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plan specification