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Grains, sheep and soldiers: How one scientist is studying the physics of crowds

By Ari Daniel
Published October 14, 2025 at 3:38 PM CDT

Applied physicist Iker Zuriguel studies the movement of particles and people to optimize their flow and improve public safety.

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Ari Daniel is a reporter for NPR's Science desk where he covers global health and development.
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