Maths in a minute

Want facts and want them fast? Our Maths in a minute series explores key mathematical concepts in just a few words. From symmetry to Euclid's axioms, and from binary numbers to the prosecutor's fallacy, learn some maths without too much effort.

Maths in a minute: Cyclic groups

When things go round and round, a cyclic group may be just what you need!

Maths in a minute: Representing groups

Groups occur all over mathematics, so it makes sense to find a common language to talk about them all.

Maths in a minute: The logistic map

Get a fish to teach you chaos theory!

Maths in a minute: Triangular numbers

Triangular numbers: find out what they are and why they are beautiful!

Physics in a minute: The double slit experiment

One of the most famous experiments in physics demonstrates the strange nature of the quantum world.

Maths in a minute: N-bonacci sequencesYou may have heard about the Fibonacci sequence, but have you heard of N-bonacci sequences?
Maths in three minutes: Map projectionsGetting a different picture of our planet.
Maths in a minute: Differential equations

Change is the only constant in our lives — which is why differential equations are so useful.

Maths in a minute: the Fibonacci sequence

The origin story of this famous sequences stars some cute, fluffy bunnies.

Maths in a minute: Voronoi diagrams

We look at a crafty mathematical device which, among other things, has helped people understand what causes cholera.

Maths in a minute: Social distancing

How should people arrange themselves for maximal socialising at a safe distance?