Humans consistently walk counter-clockwise

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Humans exhibit a consistent counter-clockwise walking bias, observed across numerous experiments with hundreds of volunteers. This directional preference was noted regardless of handedness, location, or turning behavior, suggesting a potential underlying biomechanical asymmetry. The findings, published in Nature Communications, could influence understanding of crowd dynamics and evacuation strategies.


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