Hari TulsidasPhysics meets psychology in a groundbreaking study that confirms ‘the enemy of my enemy is my friend.’ Using statistical physics, researchers have quantified the intricate dance of social relationships, validating a theory that’s as old as human interaction itself. Imagine applying these principles to de-escalate conflicts or to build more cohesive communities.
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https://phys.org/news/2024-05-statistical-physics-corroborate-1940s-social.html
New study is first to use statistical physics to corroborate 1940s social balance theory
Most people have heard the famous phrase "the enemy of my enemy is my friend." Now, Northwestern University researchers have used statistical physics to confirm the theory that underlies this famous axiom. The study, "Proper network randomization is key to assessing social balance," is published in the journal Science Advances.