When people engage in complex thoughts, their brain networks organize into fractal-like patterns.
Dendrites weave their way through space that balances their need to connect to other neurons, but there is a cost.
Children as young as three have an adult-like preference for visual fractal patterns commonly seen in nature. The findings suggest the preference for common natural fractal patterns develops early in life.
Researchers report Alzheimer's can be detected before diagnosis by looking at, and applying mathematical analysis, to their painting styles.
