Steven Strogatz: The science of sync

The video explores the concept of synchronization, starting with a human experiment and extending to natural phenomena like bird flocks and fish schools. It discusses the mechanics of synchrony, using computer models and examples like fireflies and inanimate objects. The video concludes with a case study of the Millennium Bridge, illustrating unintended synchrony in engineering.

What is the relationship between synchronization and the concept of entropy in nature?

What insights do scientists hope to gain from studying synchronization in nature?

How can inanimate objects, like metronomes, demonstrate synchronization?

What unexpected consequences can arise from the tendency towards spontaneous order?