IN every particular Theory of Nature there can J. only be so much real Science as is vouched for by Mathematics.” Since Kant wrote these words it has become increasingly true that mathematics is an ...

Flipping through a deck of cards in the library as her friends and classmates slough through books and papers means that, sometimes, people want answers from Carolyn Chen. "I usually have to reassure ...

Baking is not my strong point. So when I have houseguests, I dash to a bakery to grab dessert and am often spoiled for choice. Given the huge selection of appetizing cakes and tarts, I find it ...

From Aryabhata’s concept of zero and Euclid’s geometryto the principles that later powered modern computer science, mathematics has been shaped by thinkers across eras. This particular list focuses on ...

The following essay is reprinted with permission from The Conversation, an online publication covering the latest research. The outmoded gender stereotype that women lack mathematical ability suffered ...

THE first edition of Dr. Feldman's book appeared in 1923 and filled a serious gap in mathematical literature. It has now been out of print for some years, and a new edition is to be warmly welcomed, ...