The University of Cambridge – the home of Plus

Image
University of Cambridge logo

Plus is based at the Centre for Mathematical Sciences at the University of Cambridge. We are very fortunate to work with many brilliant colleagues in the Maths Faculty, you will find the content we have produced with them below.

 

 

Podcast
Hannah Fry

Hannah Fry: Mathematics for the people

Hannah Fry is coming to join us in Cambridge! She tells us about her own mathematical research,  why she thinks mathematicians have a duty to engage the public, and shares one of her favourite mathematical moments.

Article
simulation

Boson stars: Beyond vanilla

Physicists have figured out how we might detect hypothetical boson stars. If we do, then this would count as a major step towards solving the riddle of dark matter,

Article

Outraged by not knowing

Our neighbour Oscar Randal-Williams tells us about his exciting work at the frontiers of mathematics and the fundamental question he might be just about to answer!

Collection

Happy International Women's Day 2024!

To celebrate this year's International Women's Day we revisit some of the articles, podcasts and videos we have produced with women mathematicians over the last year.

Referenced articles
Article

Making sense of making the Universe

How did the all the stars and galaxies end up where we see them today? The very first instance of the Universe's existence holds the answer.
Article

Mathematical snapshots: Kweku Abraham

As part of our series of interviews with early career researchers, Kweku tells us why he enjoys statistics, life as an early career researcher, and about a favourite mathematical moment.
Article

What is climate repair?

The Centre for Climate Repair has recently become our neighbour here at the Centre for Mathematical Sciences at the University of Cambridge. But what is climate repair? We talked to the Centre's Director to find out.
Collection

Contagious maths

How does maths help in tackling infectious diseases? Join Julia Gog to find out in this series of videos and articles, and have a go at modelling diseases yourself!

Referenced articles