Sandpiles

Explore the fascinating world of sandpiles and their remarkable "fractal zeroes" in this 24-minute video featuring Luis David Garcia-Puente, an associate professor at Sam Houston State University. Delve into the mathematical concepts behind sandpile models, their visualizations, and their connections to fractals. Learn about the contributions of David Perkinson and Cameron Fish in creating sandpile visualizations, and discover interactive resources to experiment with sandpiles yourself. Gain insights into this intriguing area of mathematics, supported by the Mathematical Sciences Research Institute (MSRI) and Science Sandbox, a Simons Foundation initiative.