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Euromaths: Reinhard Siegmund-Schultze

We talk to historian of mathematics Reinhard-Siegmund-Schultze about the motivation for his work, how the Nazi regime impacted mathematics and mathematicians in Germany, and what future historians might say about the mathematics of today.

AI goes to physics class

Combining AI with human knowledge of physics may lead to powerful applications in a range of areas — from weather forecasting to engineering.

Maths in a minute: Diffusion

Whenever you smell the lovely smell of fresh coffee or drop a tea bag into hot water you're benefiting from diffusion. Find a quick introduction to the concept here.

Maths in a minute: Random networks

Find out what a random network is, why random networks are useful, and generate your own with our interactivity!

Playing with VisualPDE

We talk to the creators of a fantastic tool for exploring maths and science through interactive simulations.

Sci-art competition

If you're an artist with an interest in mathematical ideas and patterns then here's a competition for you. Enter by March 31, 2025 to win cash prizes up to £750 !

Solve for X and the Martingale Foundation

Are you thinking of doing a Masters or PhD in maths or another STEM subject but are worried about funding? Then the Martingale Foundation might be for you. Find out more in this episode of Maths on the Move.

Maths in a minute: Phase transitions

We experience phase transitions every day, but they are some of the most dramatic events natur presents us with. Here's a quick introduction.

Six degrees of separation

We explore the maths that helps explain this well-known phenomenon, which says that any two people around the world are likely to be connected through a surprisingly short chain of acquaintance links.

Maths in a minute: Random walks

Random walks are great for modelling anything that moves, from particles to people. They're also fun, versatile and beautiful!

Working in AI: Yolanne Lee

Yolanne Lee, A PhD student for the Maths4DL research project, tells us about what she thinks AI will be able to do in the near future, what it has to do with cats and dogs, and how music provided her first experience of science.

Counting on connections

Julian Sahasrabudhe wins a Whitehead Prize for combining different areas of maths using the power of combinatorics.