radical

Tope Omitola looks back at the tragically short but inspiringly productive life of a true original: Evariste Galois.

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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Maths in a minute: The Sydney Opera House

The mathematical puzzle behind the iconic structure.