"Decoding Nature: Turing's Theory Explains How Leopards Got Their Spots"

Scientists have unraveled how leopards develop their distinctive spots, linking their patterns to chemical substances and diffusion processes, inspired by mathematician Alan Turings theories.

• Researchers from the University of Colorado Boulder have built on Alan Turings mathematical models to explain how chemical substances interact to create patterns like those seen in leopards.
• The study identifies the role of diffusion in the development of animal markings, showing how a hexagon pattern can emerge from simple chemical interactions in cells.
• This research not only sheds light on leopards but also connects to other species, including those in the Ostraciidae family, demonstrating a universal principle of pattern formation.