
#190 – Jordan Ellenberg: Mathematics of High-Dimensional Shapes and Geometries
Lex Fridman Podcast
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Exploring Complexity Through Simple Rules in Cellular Automata
This chapter explores how simple rules in cellular automata can lead to complex structures, drawing parallels to biological evolution. It emphasizes the unpredictability of outcomes in such systems and highlights the contributions of key thinkers, particularly one who struggled for recognition despite his influential work.
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