Paraconsistent logics are logics which allow solid deductive
reasoning under contradictions by offering a mathematical and
philosophical support to contradictory yet non-trivial theories.

Due to its role in models of scientific reasoning and to its
philosophical implications, as well as to its connections to
topics such as abduction, automated reasoning, logic programming,
and belief revision, paraconsistency has becoming a fast growing
area.

During the III World Congress on
Paraconsistency (WCP3) held in Toulouse, France, in July, 2003, it became apparent that there is a need for...