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The growth rate of COVID-19
We all now know about R, but sometimes it can be good to consider another number: the growth rate of an epidemic.
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The maths behind combining R ratios
In a previous article we introduced the problems that can arise when combine the reproduction ratios of a disease in different settings, such as hospitals and the community. In this article we dive into the maths that helps you get to the bottom of these problems.
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Finding a way out of lockdown
Mathematical models can help the nation return to (some sort of) normality.
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Artificial intelligence takes on COVID-19
Mathematicians are helping to develop an AI tool to help with diagnosing COVID-19 and making prognoses for infected patients.
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Social distancing: How close is safe?
How far can virus-carrying droplets fly in different environments — from buses to supermarkets? Maths can provide some answers.
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The problem with combining R ratios
We explore why you need to be extremely careful when combining the reproduction ratios of a disease in different settings, such as hospitals and the community.
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Maths in a minute: Differential equations
Change is the only constant in our lives — which is why differential equations are so useful.
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How to resolve the Premier League
As football leagues around the world have been suspended due to COVID-19, how should the final rankings of teams be decided? Here is a suggestion.
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Maths in a minute: the Fibonacci sequence
The origin story of this famous sequences stars some cute, fluffy bunnies.
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John Conway: Life, the Universe, everything and mathematics
We reflect on the late John Conway, the thoughts he shared with us over two interviews, and the experience of meeting him as a person and a mathematician.
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Maths in a minute: Entropy
Is it about energy? Is it about disorder? Or is it about information? It's all three!
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Maths in a minute: "R nought" and herd immunity
What is herd immunity and what does it have to do with a number called R0?