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‘We take a look at the GIMPS project and how it uses ordinary peoples computers in the search for record breaking prime numbers
‘Authai’, a 14 year old female, was top of the class in a test by scientists to ascertain whether elephants could perform simple arithmetic tasks.
Learn how a team of scientists at the University of Oxford are researching the use of smartphones to aid in the early diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease.
The secrets of breaking spaghetti
Snapping pasta might not be quite as straightforward as it seems. In fact, it is far more mathematical than you might think!
searching for hidden dimensions
Scientists are investigating whether undiscovered dimensions exist within our Universe. This work could unlock the secrets behind the mysteries of dark matter.
sir michael atiyah (1929 - 2019)
A brief look at the life and work of one of the greatest British mathematicians of the 20th century. Sir Michael Atiyah passed away in 2019
top prize for british mathematician
British-Kurdish mathematician Caucher Birkar has been awarded the most prestigious prize in mathematics - the Fields medal.