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This third lecture in the Mathematical Biology series explores reaction-diffusion models for pattern formation in biology, a concept pioneered by Alan Turing. Discover how these mathematical models describe the interaction of multiple chemicals (morphogens) that diffuse through space and react with each other to create patterns. Professor Ruth Baker demonstrates how to analyze these models to understand the specific conditions required for pattern formation and examines the various patterns that can emerge across differently sized and shaped domains. The 46-minute lecture is part of Oxford Mathematics' third-year curriculum, where students typically follow up lectures with class discussions to deepen their understanding of the mathematical concepts presented. For a complete understanding of the topic, view all three lectures in the pattern formation series available in the Oxford Mathematics YouTube playlist.
