The Surprising Math of Cities and Corporations
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a mind-bending TED talk where physicist Geoffrey West reveals simple mathematical laws governing city properties. Discover how wealth, crime rates, walking speeds, and other urban aspects can be deduced from population numbers alone. Delve into West's fascinating insights on how similar laws apply to organisms and corporations. This 18-minute presentation from TEDGlobal offers a unique perspective on the hidden mathematical patterns shaping our world, from bustling metropolises to thriving businesses.
Syllabus
Geoffrey West: The surprising math of cities and corporations
Taught by
TED
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