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

(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.

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.

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

(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.

The human mind model, in that human intelligence as represented by the brain/mind model will tend to change (adapt) toward positive modes of survival.

(biochemistry) An enzyme that is present in the cell only under conditions in which it is clear of adaptive value.

plural of adaptive enzyme

A mutual adaptation of species, organs or genes.