On Growth and Form and Mathematics: Reading D'Arcy Thompson 100 Years On - Rothschild Lecture
Offered By: Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the enduring impact of D'Arcy Thompson's "On Growth and Form" in this Rothschild Lecture delivered by Professor Alain Goriely. Delve into the groundbreaking 1917 publication that examines natural forms through a mechanistic and mathematical lens. Discover how Thompson's work, both praised and criticized, continues to influence modern scientific approaches to understanding morphogenesis. Gain insights into the book's main themes and their relevance in unraveling the physical basis of form development in nature. Examine the legacy of this scientific masterpiece and its role in shaping questions and methodologies in contemporary research, 100 years after its initial publication.
Syllabus
Date: Tuesday 10th October 2017 - 17:00 to
Taught by
Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences
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