Emergence
Pattern · Complexity
More is different.
— Anderson
The whole exceeds the sum of its parts.
I. Definition
Whole from parts
Novel properties.
Qualitatively new.

II. Reductionism
Limit
Explain whole by parts.
Some wholes resist.

III. Examples
Ants, neurons
No central controller.
Emergence everywhere.

IV. Complexity
When it arises
Enough parts.
The sweet spot.

V. Prediction
Surprise
Hard to predict.
Universe is creative.

VI. Phyllux
Building
Simple rules, complex outcomes.
That is the goal.

VII. Gallery









VIII. Emergence Remains
Emergence continues to inform and inspire. Phyllux traces these convergences—one light, many expressions.
"More is different."