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Groups today: a whistle-stop tour

Groups have become a core part of the language of modern mathematics and theoretical physics. On this page, find out how groups can help describe roots of polynomials, holes on a surface, and even the laws of physics!

Groups: The basics

Group theory is the mathematics of symmetry and structure. On this page, find out what a group is and how to think about them.

Happy birthday Timothy Gowers!

Some of the best mathematicians from around the world came together in Cambridge to celebrate the maths of Tim Gowers, as well as his 60th birthday!

Moduli spaces: A journey into the world of shapes

How many different surfaces are there? The question seems impossible to answer but mathematicians are good at dealing with multitudes. Follow us into the world of moduli spaces!

Protecting your data in the face of AI

Artificial intelligence algorithms are often trained on people's personal data. How can we make sure that this data remains private? 

Makers of patterns: Mathematics and art

We explore some of our favourite content on the intersection of mathematics and art.

Happy International Women's Day 2024!To celebrate this year's International Women's Day we revisit some of the articles, podcasts and videos we have produced with women mathematicians over the last year.
Artificial intelligence and deep learning: Your questions answeredFind out about this important new technology and be part of the conversation.
Contagious mathsHow does maths help in tackling infectious diseases? Join Julia Gog to find out in this series of videos and articles, and have a go at modelling diseases yourself!
The mathematics of movementThe mathematics of movement can explain the behaviour of many organisms, from cells to humans. This collection of content explores some this maths and its applications.
Mathematics and justiceThis collection of articles looks at mathematics relevant to law and justice.
The Plus advent calendar 2023In this year's advent calendar we revisit some of our favourite episodes of our Maths on the move podcast. From the maths of chocolate to the maths of music, there's something here for everyone!