Ubiquitous architectural patterns: Scientists classify nature's geometric tilings across multiple scales

A database, collecting and classifying tile-like patterns in biology, aims to be a resource and research catalyst. The human ...
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A ubiquitous architectural pattern in nature

The human eye is drawn to the rhythmic beauty of tiled patterns, which occur abundantly in nature. A database, collecting and classifying tile-like patterns in biology, aims to be a resource and ...

Where You See a Fancy Fish, Engineers See Alan Turing’s Math

Using a new computer model, scientists simulated the stripes, spots and hexagons on a species of boxfish, imperfections and ...
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Why does nature create patterns? A physicist explains the molecular-level processes behind crystals, stripes and basalt columns

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Cell sizes, clumping finally explain how animals form sharp patterns

New research reveals how cell sizes and clumping create sharp animal coat patterns, enhancing our understanding of nature's ...
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The mathematical theory that connects swimming sperm, zebra stripes, and sunflower seeds

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. In nature, patterns of chemical interactions between two different ...