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In the Swarm

In the Swarm

By: Centre for the Advanced Study of Collective Behaviour
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Phenomena of collective behaviour can be found all around us in animals, humans, plants, even robots. It fascinates, but still poses many puzzles, which is why “In the Swarm” discusses collective phenomena. Every episode, Dr Nack Srismith, interviews a researcher from the Cluster of Excellence Centre for the Advanced Study of Collective Behaviour at the University of Konstanz. The researchers come from various international science backgrounds, but they all have one thing in common: their love for swarms. Join us and dive into the minds behind the hives! New episodes every two weeks.Centre for the Advanced Study of Collective Behaviour Science
Episodes
  • The Fish Imitator

    The Fish Imitator
    Jul 16 2025

    Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a tiny fish travelling in a huge school of other fish like you? Would it be much easier to swim with your friends rather than just by yourself? If so – how? Today, we are joined by Dr Liang Li who designs, builds, and optimises robotic fish to study energy saving mechanisms within fish schools.


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    30 mins
  • The robot swarmer

    The robot swarmer
    May 9 2024

    Are robots able to communicate with each other? Can they collaborate to achieve a common goal? In this episode, computer scientist Prof. Heiko Hamann talks about how simple robots create swarms to solve complex tasks efficiently.

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    34 mins
  • The risk-taker

    The risk-taker
    Apr 25 2024

    How do humans perceive risk? When we evaluate risky situations, are we aware that we’re being influenced by others? In this episode, decision scientist Prof. Wolfgang Gaissmaier gives us insight into risk perception and communication within the human collective.
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    30 mins
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