European Conference on Mathematical and Theoretical Biology (ECMTB 2026)

How the Tulips get their Stripes

MS131-02

16 Jul 2026, 15:30

20m

15.12 - HS (University of Graz)

Minisymposium Talk Population Dynamics, Ecology & Evolution Recent mathematical discoveries in Population Dynamics, Ecology and Evolution

Speaker

Thomas Hillen (University of Alberta)

Description

Tulips have captivated human interest for centuries, with their vibrant colors and unique shapes. Particularly striped tulips have been highly popular, leading to the “tulipomania” in the Dutch Golden Age. But how do the tulips get their stripes? Maybe Turing can help?