(biology) an environment that allows the development of adaptive radiation

(biology) The diversification of species into separate forms that each adapt to occupy a specific environmental niche.

plural of adaptive enzyme

Any of several devices that allow two electrical items to be plugged into a single power outlet.

(computing) Any of various network or communications controllers that plug into a USB port of a personal computer.

An iterative method of decision-making in the face of uncertainty that reduces uncertainty by continuous monitoring; used especially in the management of ecosystems etc.

(astronomy, optics) An optical system in telescopes that reduces atmospheric distortion by dynamically measuring and correcting wavefront aberrations in real time, often by using a deformable mirror.

A form of control system whose parameters may be changed dynamically in order to adapt to a changing environment.

A piece of laboratory apparatus used to connect equipment having ground glass joints of different sizes

(computing) Any of several devices that allow connectivity from a PC or PDA to a wireless network.