Optimization of molecular robot swarms for the emergence of collective behaviors

在实验方面，我们的重点是分子机器人的新候选者：DNA液滴和具有信号和传感功能的水中水滴。我们还实现了分子信号的动态产生系统，从而按照原计划完成了分子机器人所需的最后几个元素。在理论方面，我们继续研究在一群(电子)机器人上实现区域形状识别的分子算法。我们还扩展了分子计算模型，设计了可以在不同极限环之间切换的分子振荡器。在合作方面，我们组织了两次法国方面的旅行：一次亲身研究之旅，直接从事机器人实施工作，以及一次简短的研讨会，报告双方的进展情况，并讨论进一步的合作。

On the experimental side, our focus was on novel candidates for molecular robotic bodies: DNA droplets and water‐in‐water droplets with signaling and sensing capabilities. We also implemented a system for the dynamic production of molecular signals, thus completing the last elements needed for molecular robots according to the original plan.On the theoretical side, we continued our work on the implementation of a molecular algorithm for area shape recognition in a swarm of (electronic) robots. We also extended our molecular computing model and designed a molecular oscillator that can be toggled between different limit cycles.In terms of collaborations, we organized two trips to the French side: one hands-on research trip, working directly on the robotic implementation, and one short workshop, reporting on the progress of both sides and discussing further collaborations.