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Conform to the norm
Why do most of us stick to social rules? Game theory offers an explanation.
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Citizen science: The statistics of language
Whether you're aware of it or not, the language you use to express yourself follows strict mathematical principles.
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LIGO detects a new gravitational wave
The newly observed ripple in spacetime will help us unlock some of the secrets of the Universe.
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The beauty of maths is in the brain of the beholder
Is maths beautiful? New research into the workings of our brains suggests that it is.
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Maths in a minute: Cellular automata
Mindless games can produce surprising results.
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Introducing Florence Nightingale
A brief introduction to the famous nurse and statistician.
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Spotting lizards
Are pretty lizard patterns the result of a living cellular automaton?
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Probably magic!
When you shuffle a deck of cards chances are the order of cards you produced has never been produced before! Find out why and learn a card trick too!
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Maths in a minute: Some basic linear programming
How to solve a tricky problem using a picture.
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How much maths can you eat?
Find out how maths helps to feed the world.
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Where's the maths in beer?
There's actually quite a lot of maths in beer. Here are three beer-related maths stories.
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Maths in a minute: The knapsack problem
The simple act of packing your luggage can open a complex can of worms.