John N. Warfield was educated in mathematics
and electrical engineering. He worked in eight universities and in
three industries. Early on, he concentrated on teaching but
later focused his energies on research. His publications
include books on computers and complexity reflecting his development of
two sciences and a management system. Understanding complexity,
Warfield discovered, depended on a theory of thought about thought
merged with empirical evidence of human behavioral pathologies and the
application of design concepts in groups.
Warfield's scientific
research emphasized adherence to established criteria for scientific
work, drawing inspiration from numerous well-known scholars. Other
scholars adopted his theories and methodologies, applying his research
results in many locations and on many projects, often involving
complexity. Their work provided ample and significant empirical
evidence to support hypotheses and theories developed through his
scientific endeavors, often verifying and "completing" the theoretical
foundations of his scientific investigation. He also applied the
results of his research to all levels of education with special
attention paid to the complexities of higher education.
The John N. Warfield Collection
contains materials from Dr. Warfield's long and distinguished career,
including papers authored and co-authored by Warfield, presentations,
video and audio tapes, and correspondence. The collection is 68 cubic
feet or 102 linear feet.
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