Milligan, D. Wexler, F. Chapman, Q. Bennett, P. Jennings, T.
This paper delves deep into the intricate social structures and underground tunnels of naked mole rats, using mathematical tools from topology to gain insight into their fascinating world. We examine how the network of tunnels and chambers that the naked mole rats inhabit forms a complex and interconnected system, much like a spider's web or a particularly convoluted family tree. Drawing on insights from knot theory and graph theory, we demonstrate that the pattern of tunnels and connections between the rats can be understood as a complex topological surface, with twists, turns, and singularities that reveal much about the behavior of these fascinating creatures. Our findings shed light on the ways in which naked mole rats organize themselves and interact with their environment, and may have important implications for the study of social organization and network theory more broadly. Overall, this paper represents a significant and entertaining contribution to our understanding of one of the strangest and most captivating creatures on the planet.