Maths in a minute
How fast can you tell whether two networks are the same?
How the heat equation inspired the maths that powers the entertainment industry.
How the need to locate your location at sea led to some interesting mathematics.
Here's one of the most elegant proofs in all of maths. Rejoice in its simplicity!
A quick look at the role of mathematics in communication — from making and breaking codes to making sure messages arrive intact.
Why a positive test result doesn't necessarily mean you have the disease.
Here's the ancient proof that there are infinitely many prime numbers.
Why a DNA match doesn't necessarily prove your guilt.
What would happen if the Sun suddenly exploded? Einstein wondered the same thing, and completely changed our understanding of the Universe.
We all instinctively recognise symmetry when we see it, but describing it in words is harder than you might think.
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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 new machine learning framework provides doctors with a reliable tool to help diagnose Alzheimer's disease early.
What do we know about monkeypox, what do we not know, and what efforts are going into modelling it?
The COVID-19 emergency resulted in some amazing mathematical collaborations.
Here's a simple game at which a human can out-fox even the cleverest algorithm.
The INI is celebrating its 30th birthday. What is it and what is it do for maths and mathematicians?