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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.

Packing spheres

How to arrange oranges in higher dimensions.
Fantastic fractals

Escaping the tyranny of the straight line.
Rise of the machines?

What is machine learning, what can it do, and is it ethical?
Maths in a minute: Higher dimensions

In normal life higher dimensions smack of science fiction, but in mathematics they are nothing out of the ordinary.
The Plus advent calendar 2018

If you feel like snuggling up on the sofa with your headphones in, then try our advent calendar filled with some of our favourite Plus podcasts!

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