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42 may or may not be the answer to everything -- but it's definitely a solution for this math problem.
Tag: Mathematics
How simple subtractions can stump even mathematicians — and why that matters for understanding our brains
Don't let your brain put real-life information into math problems.
New mathematical model describes the growth pattern of plant leaves
The beauty of math is embedded in nature.
Karen Uhlenbeck officially receives the Abel Prize — the first woman ever to do so
We need more kings awarding prizes to people in STEM.
Who is Karen Uhlenbeck — the First Female Recipient of the Abel Prize
She brought a new understanding of mathematics, while helping to change a corrosive culture in academia.
Time travel Anime inspires solution to puzzling math problem
An anime math problem? My favorite.
Renowned mathematician Michael Atiyah claims to have solved the Riemann Hypothesis
A problem that turned out to have more sides than initially thought.
Renowned mathematician claims “simple” solution to 160-year-old problem
This could be huge.
What is Pi (π) and what is it good for?
If you're not a fan of straight lines, you'll love Pi.
The most delicious math problem there is: The Incompatible Food Triad
Can you find the solution to this delicious math problem?
The longest straight-line path on Earth is a 20,000-miles ocean journey
It all started with an intriguing post on Reddit.
Amateur mathematician Aubrey de Grey, known for his work on anti-aging, solves decades-old problem
Talk about a special mind.
There are 15 possible ways to cover a floor with pentagonal tiles
Who would have guessed tiling is so complex?
“Nothing” changed: ancient Indian text pushes the history of zero back 500 years
As far as modern tech and know-how is concerned, zero is the hero.
Laws of mathematics don’t apply here, says Australian PM
"The laws of mathematics are very commendable but the only law that applies in Australia is the law of Australia."
How to Create Beautiful Images With Thousands of Circles
Art and science go hand in hand.
Mathematicians use their skills to find the perfect cup of coffee
It's all in the grain size.
Struggling with math? You might have what scientists call a ‘math disability’
You now have a new excuse for failing math.
Using Mathematical Functions to Create Stunning Animations
Mathematics is a very powerful tool to create beautiful works of art.
Weapons of math destruction: plane delayed because university professor was writing equations
No matter how bad you are at math, you should be able to recognize an equation when you see it, ...
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