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Plus 1000 — Mathematical lives

In the last issue Lewis Dartnell explained how chaos on the brain is not only unavoidable but also beneficial. Now he tells us why the same is true for our solar system and sends us on a journey that has been travelled by comets and spacecraft.

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.

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A cute problem goes big

Mathematicians have revived an old approach to solving the famous Riemann hypothesis.
Helping men with early prostate cancer

A new online tool developed with the help of statisticians enables patients to make informed treatment choices.
Charmed beauty confirms particle theory

A new particle that has recently been discovered at CERN confirms predictions made by theoretical physicists over six years ago.
The Abel Prize 2019

Karen Keskulla Uhlenbeck has been awarded the Abel Prize 2019!

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