Steven Strogatz
Applied Mathematician | Insights at the Intersection of Math & Biology
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Steven Strogatz is a leading applied mathematician known for bridging the gap between math and the natural sciences. His pioneering work has uncovered deep connections between diverse fields like biology, physics, and environmental science.
Strogatz is a Professor of Applied Mathematics at Cornell University, where his research explores complex systems, synchronization phenomena, and the mathematics of human behavior. His popular science books, including the bestsellers 'Sync' and 'The Joy of X', have introduced millions to the wonder and importance of mathematics in the modern world.
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The science of sync
Mathematician Steven Strogatz shows how flocks of creatures (like birds, fireflies and fish) manage to synchronize and act as a unit -- when no one's giving orders. The powerful tendency extends into the realm of objects, too.
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