When you stumble upon something truly symmetrical in the wild, it can be a jarring experience that makes you feel like you’ve spotted a glitch in the Matrix. From the fractal patterns of a romanesco ...

To begin to understand what mathematicians and physicists see in the abstract structures of symmetries, let’s start with a familiar shape. We are fond of saying things are symmetric, but what does ...

As my last post explained, my new book, Constitutional Symmetry: Judging in a Divided Republic, argues that judges should favor, when possible, constitutional understandings that offer valuable ...

In the realm of high-performance IC (integrated circuit) design, symmetry is not just an aesthetic preference—it’s a critical factor for ensuring proper device functionality, especially in analog and ...

This blog comes from my discussions with Steve Savoie, a manufacturing and tooling engineer who spoke at last year’s International Boatbuilders Exhibition (IBEX). Steve has a background in both ...

People all over the world and through history have tended to judge someone’s personality and trustworthiness just from looking at their face. For example a study of undergraduates found that 75% ...