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There have been accusations that the modelling projecting the course of the pandemic was too pessimistic. Are they justified?
Find out about the beautifully intuitive concept that lies at the heart of calculus.
Mathematicians help with clearing the massive NHS backlog for heart conditions.
Calculus has long been key to describing the world. Now fractional calculus is providing new ways of describing complex systems.
This year's Abel Prize goes to the "true virtuoso" Dennis Sullivan.
When you let go of the notions of distance, area, and angles, all you are left with is holes.
Whether you are a bird hunting caterpillars or a neuron processing information, the marginal value theorem helps you maximise your bang per buck.
The maths behind the S-curves that allow us to tell if a new variant is on the rise.
How to tell quickly if a new variant is on the rise.
We start the party by delving into the fascinating world of game theory.
Some practical tips to help you when you need it most!
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Want facts and want them fast? Our Maths in a minute series explores key mathematical concepts in just a few words.
A basic introduction to the most powerful tools in science and enginnering.
As COP28, the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference, kicks off we look at how maths can help understand the climate crisis.
How do you create dramatic film out of mathematics? We find out with writer and director Timothy Lanzone.
Mathematics plays a central role in understanding how infectious diseases spread. This collection of articles looks at some basic concepts in epidemiology to help you understand this fascinating and important field, and set you up for further study.
Find out why the formula we use to work out conditional probabilities is true!