Our theory of very nearly everything: the particlesWhat is everything made of? Elias Gårding begins a fascinating series of articles that will tell you everything we currently know about the answer to this question.
The selfish herdFrom flocks of starlings to spiral galaxies: this article explores examples of emergent phenomena in nature.
Cellular automata Find out how a square grid and some simple rules can generate complex patterns and life-like behaviour.
The dynamics of crowds Human beings are wilful and don't always act rationally. Yet, mathematical models of the behaviour of crowds are surprisingly accurate.
Inspired by the spirit of RamanujanAre you an emerging engineer, mathematician or scientist who doesn't have the support of a school, university, or other research organisation? Then the Spirit of Ramanujan project might be able to help.
Ramanujan: Dream of the possibleA hundred years ago Ramanujan was elected FRS. Here is a look at the maths that gained him the title.
Maths in a minute: Higher dimensionsIn normal life higher dimensions smack of science fiction, but in mathematics they are nothing out of the ordinary.
