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The Ulam Index: Methods of Theoretical Computer Science Help in Identifying Chemical SubstancesIn this paper, we show how methods developed for solving a theoretical computer problem of graph isomorphism are used in structural chemistry. We also discuss potential applications of these methods to exobiology: the search for life outside Earth.
Document ID
20010000377
Acquisition Source
Headquarters
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Beltran, Adriana
(Texas Univ. El Paso, TX United States)
Salvador, James
(Texas Univ. El Paso, TX United States)
Date Acquired
August 20, 2013
Publication Date
February 1, 1997
Publication Information
Publication: NASA University Research Centers Technical Advances in Education, Aeronautics, Space, Autonomy, Earth and Environment
Volume: 1
Subject Category
Inorganic, Organic And Physical Chemistry
Report/Patent Number
URC97018
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NSF CHE-94-14968
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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