On November 2, 2026, from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., La Turbine Sciences is organizing a meeting as part of the Brasserie des Sciences lecture series at the Bistro des Tilleuls (13 Chemin de la Prairie, Annecy) on the topic “Mathematical Shapes in Nature.” This lecture will be led by Dorin Bucur, a faculty member and researcher at the Mathematics Laboratory (LAMA).
ABOUT THE MEETING
What is the connection between a beehive, a shark’s skin, a soap bubble, and a nuclear power plant’s cooling tower? Why does nature produce certain shapes and not others? Can we understand the reasons behind these phenomena and draw conclusions that apply to our daily lives? We’ll explore the mathematics behind these answers, starting with the legend of Queen Dido of Carthage and her ruse, which has puzzled mathematicians for three millennia…
ABOUT THE SCIENCE BREWERY
The Brasserie des Sciences meetings allow the general public to discuss current scientific topics with researchers and experts in a friendly atmosphere. They are organized by La Turbine Sciences and its partners, and take place one Monday per month from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Bistro des Tilleuls in Annecy.