Uploaded September 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Postdoctoral scholar Laura Persson, PhD, reveals the captivating world of worm collective behavior, in her talk "Wormnado: What a Tiny Worm Can Teach Us About Collective Behavior."

Laura's research takes an unforeseen turn as she stumbles upon the self-organized choreography of worms in a petri dish, a behavior typically attributed to species with bigger brains. In this presentation, she invites us to explore the significance of collective behaviors across various systems and emphasizes the importance of curiosity and open-mindedness in scientific exploration, showcasing that nature's surprises can lead to groundbreaking discoveries.

https://www.ucsf.edu/news/2023/09/426206/wormnado-wiggles-its-way-win-postdoc-slam

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