Mathematics - General News

The Plus advent calendar 2023

 Mathematics - General News
 01 December 2023
In this year's advent calendar we revisit some of our favourite episodes of our Maths on the move podcast. From the maths of chocolate to the maths of music, there's something here for everyone! ...

Climate change: How can maths help?

 Mathematics - General News
 29 November 2023
As COP28, the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference, kicks off we look at how maths can help understand the climate crisis. ...

New computer code for mechanics of tissues and cells in three dimensions

 Mathematics - General News
 20 November 2023
Biological materials are made of individual components, including tiny motors that convert fuel into motion. This creates patterns of movement, and the material shapes itself with coherent flows by constant consumption of energy. Such continuously driven materials are called 'active matter'. The...

Reverse engineering Jackson Pollock

 Mathematics - General News
 31 October 2023
Researchers combined physics and machine learning to develop a new 3D-printing technique that can quickly create complex physical patterns -- including replicating a segment of a Pollock painting -- by leveraging the same natural fluid instability that Pollock used in his work....

Meat free meat with maths

 Mathematics - General News
 08 September 2023
Don't like plant-based meat alternatives, but want to spare animals and the environment? There's hope on the horizon, aided by a good helping of maths. ...

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