From Active Actuation to Collective Motion: Exploring the Facets of a Simple Active Solid Model

Explore a 47-minute conference talk on active matter and collective phenomena delivered by Gustavo During from PUC Chile at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics. Delve into the fascinating world of active solids, examining how energy-consuming components interact to create surprising behaviors in systems ranging from living organisms to synthetic materials. Discover the latest research on active hydrogels, metamaterials, and robotic structures, and learn about the overarching principles connecting various branches of active matter studies. Gain insights into the potential future breakthroughs in this rapidly evolving field, which spans hydrodynamic and elastic theories, living matter, and materials far from equilibrium.