From classical to active particles: Mathematical tools for social dynamics and behavioral economics
- 3 March 2026
- journal article
- Published by World Scientific Pub Co Pte Ltd in Mathematical Models and Methods in Applied Sciences
- Vol. 36 (06) , 1325-1353
Abstract
This paper provides a critical overview of the mathematical kinetic theory of active particles, which is used to model and study collective systems consisting of interacting living entities, such as those involved in behavior and evolution. The main objective is to study the interactions of large systems of living entities mathematically. More specifically, the study relates to the complex features of living systems and the mathematical tools inspired by statistical physics. The focus is on the mathematical description of these interactions and their role in deriving differential systems that describe the aforementioned dynamics. The paper demonstrates that studying these interactions naturally yields new mathematical insights into systems in the natural sciences and behavioral economics.Keywords
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- Kings Business School PhD programme at King's College London
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