Can We Learn From Insect Societies? by Raghavendra Gadagkar

Explore the fascinating world of insect societies and their potential lessons for humans in this captivating lecture by renowned scientist Raghavendra Gadagkar. Delve into the complex social structures of ants, bees, wasps, and termites, examining their remarkable abilities in resource management, environmental engineering, agriculture, disease control, navigation, and evolutionary influence. Discover the similarities between insect and human societies while critically evaluating what we can learn from these highly efficient organisms. Investigate both non-controversial topics like communication and robotics, as well as more contentious subjects such as cooperation, conflict resolution, collective decision-making, and democracy. Gain insights from Gadagkar's extensive research in animal behavior, ecology, and evolution, and explore the potential applications of insect social dynamics to human society.