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.

A cute problem goes big

Mathematicians have revived an old approach to solving the famous Riemann hypothesis.
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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.
Maths: The next generation

What do young researchers in maths and computer work on? We find out at the Heidelberg Laureate Forum 2019.
Inverse problems save the day

Inverse problems are mathematical detective problems. They can help solve crimes, are used in medical imaging, and much more.