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In conversation with Martin Hairer
We talk to the Fields medallist about his life, his work and his advice to his younger self.
Math Without Numbers
We review the sixth of this year’s nominees for the Book of the Year
Review of Problem Solving in GCSE Mathematics
We have a go at the puzzles in Daniel Griller’s new book
Surname extinction
Why do surnames die out? We take a look at the Galton-Watson process for modelling the extinction of surnames to answer the question: 'When will we all be Smiths?'
Summer puzzles
Have a go at these puzzles, adequate for your holidays!
Reinventing 2D: What a difference a matrix makes
How derivatives of matrices are being used in your day-to-day lives