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fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Bootstrapping

Optimal Error Scaling of ESPRIT Algorithm Demonstrated | HackerNoon

The paper presents a novel analysis that establishes optimal error scaling for the ESPRIT algorithm.
fromNew York Post
2 days ago
Women in technology

'The Wonder Years' star Danica McKellar opens up about escaping Hollywood's 'superficiality'

Danica McKellar took a break from acting to pursue a mathematics degree, empowering herself and later returning to Hollywood.
#celebration
Beer
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Pi Day: Math, Munchies, and a Twist of Fun

Pi Day celebrates the mathematical significance of pi and the joy of eating pie, bridging the world of math with culinary delights.
Portland food
fromDaily News
1 month ago

Pi Day 2025: Where to find pizza deals on Friday, March 14

Pi Day on March 14 combines mathematics and food celebrations, highlighting deals on pizzas.
Math enthusiasts and food lovers unite on Pi Day with celebratory activities and promotions.
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago
OMG science

Be square and get to the root of it! Celebrate Square Root Day today!

Cinco de Mayo is also celebrated as Square Root Day, highlighting mathematical coincidences and creativity.
Beer
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Pi Day: Math, Munchies, and a Twist of Fun

Pi Day celebrates the mathematical significance of pi and the joy of eating pie, bridging the world of math with culinary delights.
Portland food
fromDaily News
1 month ago

Pi Day 2025: Where to find pizza deals on Friday, March 14

Pi Day on March 14 combines mathematics and food celebrations, highlighting deals on pizzas.
Math enthusiasts and food lovers unite on Pi Day with celebratory activities and promotions.
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago
OMG science

Be square and get to the root of it! Celebrate Square Root Day today!

Cinco de Mayo is also celebrated as Square Root Day, highlighting mathematical coincidences and creativity.
more#celebration
fromWIRED
4 days ago
Poker

Why Pigeons at Rest Are at the Center of Complexity Theory

Inverting the pigeonhole principle reveals new insights into verifying solutions within computational problems.
#machine-learning
fromtowardsdatascience.com
2 months ago
Data science

Roadmap to Becoming a Data Scientist, Part 4: Advanced Machine Learning

Data science's growth fueled by breakthroughs in machine learning requires foundational math skills for success.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

DeepSeek upgrades its AI model for math problem solving | TechCrunch

DeepSeek's latest AI update, Prover V2, enhances its theorem-solving capability using a sophisticated model with extensive parameters.
fromHackernoon
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Mathematical Proofs for SPD Inner Products and Pseudo-Gyrodistances in Manifold Layers | HackerNoon

The article explores mathematical concepts in machine learning, focusing on specific propositions related to SPD manifolds and the application of inner product definitions.
fromtowardsdatascience.com
2 months ago
Data science

Roadmap to Becoming a Data Scientist, Part 4: Advanced Machine Learning

Data science's growth fueled by breakthroughs in machine learning requires foundational math skills for success.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

DeepSeek upgrades its AI model for math problem solving | TechCrunch

DeepSeek's latest AI update, Prover V2, enhances its theorem-solving capability using a sophisticated model with extensive parameters.
fromHackernoon
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Mathematical Proofs for SPD Inner Products and Pseudo-Gyrodistances in Manifold Layers | HackerNoon

The article explores mathematical concepts in machine learning, focusing on specific propositions related to SPD manifolds and the application of inner product definitions.
more#machine-learning
#physics
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

Mathematicians Crack 125-Year-Old Problem, Unite Three Physics Theories

Hilbert's vision for mathematical physics continues to inspire significant advancements, with recent work unifying fundamental theories in fluid dynamics.
The collaboration between researchers showcases the ongoing importance of Hilbert's goals in modern mathematical physics.
OMG science
fromBig Think
3 months ago

Is mathematics the empress of science? A physicist weighs in.

Social media debates reflect a hierarchy among scientific disciplines, often dismissing certain fields through a reductionist lens.
fromOpen Culture
4 months ago
Online learning

John Coltrane Draws a Picture Illustrating the Mathematics of Music

Stephon Alexander illustrates the parallels between Albert Einstein's theories and John Coltrane's music, emphasizing the inherent mathematical qualities in both.
fromOpen Culture
3 weeks ago
OMG science

The Map of Mathematics: Animation Shows How All the Different Fields in Math Fit Together

The Map of Mathematics visualizes the relationships between pure and applied mathematics and their sub-topics, enhancing understanding through animation.
fromMail Online
1 week ago
Board games

How to fix a wobbly table at the pub - and it DOESN'T involve coasters

Rotating a table can always achieve stability for its legs on uneven ground.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

Mathematicians Crack 125-Year-Old Problem, Unite Three Physics Theories

Hilbert's vision for mathematical physics continues to inspire significant advancements, with recent work unifying fundamental theories in fluid dynamics.
The collaboration between researchers showcases the ongoing importance of Hilbert's goals in modern mathematical physics.
OMG science
fromBig Think
3 months ago

Is mathematics the empress of science? A physicist weighs in.

Social media debates reflect a hierarchy among scientific disciplines, often dismissing certain fields through a reductionist lens.
fromOpen Culture
4 months ago
Online learning

John Coltrane Draws a Picture Illustrating the Mathematics of Music

Stephon Alexander illustrates the parallels between Albert Einstein's theories and John Coltrane's music, emphasizing the inherent mathematical qualities in both.
fromOpen Culture
3 weeks ago
OMG science

The Map of Mathematics: Animation Shows How All the Different Fields in Math Fit Together

The Map of Mathematics visualizes the relationships between pure and applied mathematics and their sub-topics, enhancing understanding through animation.
fromMail Online
1 week ago
Board games

How to fix a wobbly table at the pub - and it DOESN'T involve coasters

Rotating a table can always achieve stability for its legs on uneven ground.
more#physics
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

New study shows why simulated reasoning AI models don't yet live up to their billing

Current AI models perform well with basic math but struggle with complex proof reasoning needed for competitions like Math Olympiads.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

DeepMind claims its AI performs better than International Mathematical Olympiad gold medalists | TechCrunch

DeepMind's AlphaGeometry2 surpasses median gold medalists in geometry by solving 84% of problems from the International Mathematical Olympiad.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.nature.com
2 months ago

Google's AI Can Beat the Smartest High Schoolers in Math

AlphaGeometry2 exceeds average gold medallist performance in the International Mathematical Olympiad, showcasing advancements in AI's mathematical problem-solving abilities.
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
3 months ago

DeepMind AI crushes tough maths problems on par with top human solvers

AlphaGeometry2 demonstrates advanced problem-solving skills, surpassing average gold medallists of the International Mathematical Olympiad, indicating AI's growing capabilities in mathematics.
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

New study shows why simulated reasoning AI models don't yet live up to their billing

Current AI models perform well with basic math but struggle with complex proof reasoning needed for competitions like Math Olympiads.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

DeepMind claims its AI performs better than International Mathematical Olympiad gold medalists | TechCrunch

DeepMind's AlphaGeometry2 surpasses median gold medalists in geometry by solving 84% of problems from the International Mathematical Olympiad.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.nature.com
2 months ago

Google's AI Can Beat the Smartest High Schoolers in Math

AlphaGeometry2 exceeds average gold medallist performance in the International Mathematical Olympiad, showcasing advancements in AI's mathematical problem-solving abilities.
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
3 months ago

DeepMind AI crushes tough maths problems on par with top human solvers

AlphaGeometry2 demonstrates advanced problem-solving skills, surpassing average gold medallists of the International Mathematical Olympiad, indicating AI's growing capabilities in mathematics.
more#artificial-intelligence
#biology
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

Alan Turing's Lost Work Could Reveal How Tigers Got Their Stripes

Alan Turing's contributions to mathematics and biology reveal the interconnectedness of his work in cryptography, computing, and pattern formation.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

Alan Turing's Lost Work Could Reveal How Tigers Got Their Stripes

Alan Turing's contributions to mathematics and biology reveal the interconnectedness of his work in cryptography, computing, and pattern formation.
more#biology
#astrophysics
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

Beautiful Shapes, a Magic Molecule and Elephant Bromances

Deep-sea mining raises ecological concerns and highlights a new era in the industry, as evidenced by local reactions and regulatory awareness.
fromBig Think
4 months ago
OMG science

Is the universe actually a fractal?

The Universe exhibits scale-repeating structures primarily influenced by gravitational collapse, resembling fractals but not fully qualifying as such.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

Beautiful Shapes, a Magic Molecule and Elephant Bromances

Deep-sea mining raises ecological concerns and highlights a new era in the industry, as evidenced by local reactions and regulatory awareness.
fromBig Think
4 months ago
OMG science

Is the universe actually a fractal?

The Universe exhibits scale-repeating structures primarily influenced by gravitational collapse, resembling fractals but not fully qualifying as such.
more#astrophysics
#problem-solving
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Board games

Can you solve it? The pals that broke the internet, ten years on

Cheryl's birthday problem sparked a pioneering column and continues to engage audiences with mathematical puzzles.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Board games

Did you solve it? That's numberwang!

The average of a number's digits can equal 4.5, specifically for solutions with trailing zeros.
Calculating unpainted cubes in a cube slicing puzzle is simplified by focusing on the remaining inner cube dimensions.
To win a countdown game starting at 100, start by subtracting 4 to reach 96.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Did you solve it? Sexy maths

The last digit of 3 raised to a million is 1 due to its repeating cycle.
A shopper's four items add up to 7.11, with their product also equaling 7.11.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Did you solve it? The simple geometry problem that fools almost everyone

Length of AD in the tricky triangle puzzle is 1, as it is a degenerate triangle.
Five rectangles can be arranged in a square without common sides, and an 11x11 square can be divided using lengths 1-10.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Board games

Can you solve it? The pals that broke the internet, ten years on

Cheryl's birthday problem sparked a pioneering column and continues to engage audiences with mathematical puzzles.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Board games

Did you solve it? That's numberwang!

The average of a number's digits can equal 4.5, specifically for solutions with trailing zeros.
Calculating unpainted cubes in a cube slicing puzzle is simplified by focusing on the remaining inner cube dimensions.
To win a countdown game starting at 100, start by subtracting 4 to reach 96.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Did you solve it? Sexy maths

The last digit of 3 raised to a million is 1 due to its repeating cycle.
A shopper's four items add up to 7.11, with their product also equaling 7.11.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Did you solve it? The simple geometry problem that fools almost everyone

Length of AD in the tricky triangle puzzle is 1, as it is a degenerate triangle.
Five rectangles can be arranged in a square without common sides, and an 11x11 square can be divided using lengths 1-10.
more#problem-solving
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Dennis Gaitsgory Wins Breakthrough Prize for Solving Part of Math's Grand Unified Theory

The Langlands program connects number theory and harmonic analysis, with a recent breakthrough by Dennis Gaitsgory proving key geometric relationships.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

The Kakeya Conjecture, a Decades-Old Math Problem, Is Solved in Three Dimensions

Mathematicians have proven the Kakeya conjecture's three-dimensional version, marking a significant achievement in mathematics after over a century of investigation.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Mathematician Adam Kucharski: Our concepts of what we can prove are shifting'

Mathematics evolves with cultural context, shaping what societies consider proof and truth.
Understanding evidence is crucial in urgent situations, influencing actions on critical issues.
fromHackernoon
55 years ago
Scala

NonlinearSolve.jl: Other References You Can Turn to | HackerNoon

NonlinearSolve.jl is a high-performance, open-source solver for nonlinear systems implemented in Julia.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on gender gaps in education: girls and boys both need attention | Editorial

Boys in English schools outperform girls in maths and science, challenging prevailing narratives about gender-related educational disparities.
#group-theory
fromWIRED
1 month ago
OMG science

A Math Couple Solves a Major Group Theory Problem-After 20 Years of Work

Britta Späth and Marc Cabanes have successfully proven the McKay conjecture, a significant achievement in group theory.
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

50 years of the Rubik's Cube: Can a tampered puzzle still be solved?

The Rubik's Cube serves as a powerful tool for illustrating complex mathematical principles such as group theory and legal configurations.
OMG science
fromWIRED
1 month ago

A Math Couple Solves a Major Group Theory Problem-After 20 Years of Work

Britta Späth and Marc Cabanes have successfully proven the McKay conjecture, a significant achievement in group theory.
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

50 years of the Rubik's Cube: Can a tampered puzzle still be solved?

The Rubik's Cube serves as a powerful tool for illustrating complex mathematical principles such as group theory and legal configurations.
more#group-theory
#geometry
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago
OMG science

The 7 Coolest Mathematical Discoveries of 2024

This year's mathematical discoveries include the largest known prime number, a new method for calculating pi, and the introduction of a new geometric shape.
fromPolygon
4 months ago
Video games

'Outside In' makes a complex math concept fun and approachable

The educational video 'Outside In' successfully makes complex mathematics interesting through engaging narration and retro CGI.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Can you solve it? Here's (not) looking at Euclid

Euclid's axioms serve as foundations for geometry, crucial in understanding shapes and angles in both flat and curved surfaces.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago
OMG science

The 7 Coolest Mathematical Discoveries of 2024

This year's mathematical discoveries include the largest known prime number, a new method for calculating pi, and the introduction of a new geometric shape.
fromPolygon
4 months ago
Video games

'Outside In' makes a complex math concept fun and approachable

The educational video 'Outside In' successfully makes complex mathematics interesting through engaging narration and retro CGI.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Can you solve it? Here's (not) looking at Euclid

Euclid's axioms serve as foundations for geometry, crucial in understanding shapes and angles in both flat and curved surfaces.
more#geometry
#pi-day
Silicon Valley food
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Pi Day 2025: Where to find pizza deals on Friday, March 14

Pi Day celebrates both mathematics and indulgence in round foods like pizza with several promotions available.
Pi Day falls on March 14, reflecting the first three digits of Pi: 3.14.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Data science

A Mathematical Fever Dream' Hits the Road

Ingrid Daubechies combines her expertise in math with culinary creativity by making pi-shaped cookies, highlighting her artistic math initiative, Mathemalchemy.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Free pizza, lunar eclipse festivities at The Exploratorium's Pi Day

Pi Day is celebrated on March 14, promoting math education and fun activities, including free pizza and a parade.
In 2025, Pi Day coincides with a total lunar eclipse, adding a unique celestial element to the festivities.
Silicon Valley food
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Pi Day 2025: Where to find pizza deals on Friday, March 14

Pi Day celebrates both mathematics and indulgence in round foods like pizza with several promotions available.
Pi Day falls on March 14, reflecting the first three digits of Pi: 3.14.
Data science
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

A Mathematical Fever Dream' Hits the Road

Ingrid Daubechies combines her expertise in math with culinary creativity by making pi-shaped cookies, highlighting her artistic math initiative, Mathemalchemy.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Free pizza, lunar eclipse festivities at The Exploratorium's Pi Day

Pi Day is celebrated on March 14, promoting math education and fun activities, including free pizza and a parade.
In 2025, Pi Day coincides with a total lunar eclipse, adding a unique celestial element to the festivities.
more#pi-day
#design
fromMail Online
4 months ago
OMG science

Scientists reveal how Ross COULD have got his sofa upstairs in Friends

Mathematicians have proven the largest sofa that fits around a 90-degree corner has an area of 2.2195 units.
fromMail Online
4 months ago
OMG science

Scientists reveal how Ross COULD have got his sofa upstairs in Friends

Mathematicians have proven the largest sofa that fits around a 90-degree corner has an area of 2.2195 units.
more#design
fromAeon
1 month ago
philosophy

Why zero could unlock how the brain perceives absence | Aeon Essays

The brain's perception of absence may be intertwined with how it understands the concept of zero.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

5 Visual Math Patterns That Help Us Understand Ourselves

Fractal patterns reveal self-similarity in behaviors; understanding this aids personal growth.
Mathematics offers insights into our behavior and potential for change.
#optimal-transport
fromFlowingData
2 months ago
Data science

Mathematician on creativity and optimization

Taking risks in research is essential for breakthroughs, as optimization can limit growth opportunities.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

What's Best, According to the Italian Mathematician Alessio Figalli

Optimal transport efficiently allocates starting points to end points, a concept with wide applications from nature to logistics.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

What's Best, According to the Italian Mathematician Alessio Figalli

Optimal transport efficiently allocates starting points to end points, a concept with wide applications from nature to logistics.
more#optimal-transport
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago
OMG science

How Anime Fans Stumbled upon a Mathematical Proof

Mathematics can emerge from unexpected sources, as shown by the 4chan post about an anime series leading to complex mathematical puzzles.
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: How did childhood evolve?

AI has achieved a new milestone by outperforming gold medalists in mathematical problem-solving competitions.
New competitive weight-loss drugs are being developed to offer more effective and convenient alternatives.
Miscellaneous
fromConsequence
3 months ago

Wu-Tang Clan releasing new album Black Samson, The Bastard Swordsman for Record Store Day

Wu-Tang Clan collaborates with producer Mathematics for a special Record Store Day release featuring various artists and rich storytelling.
Writing
fromBig Think
3 months ago

The hidden mathematics behind why you find things beautiful

Understanding the mathematical structures behind beauty enriches our appreciation of art and nature.
philosophy
fromApaonline
3 months ago

Origami and the Beauty of Harmony

Origami offers a therapeutic escape that combines art with mathematics, providing both relaxation and cognitive engagement.
fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Temporal Hierarchies of Regular Languages: Missing Arguments for the Intermediary Statements | HackerNoon

The appendix clarifies missing arguments in Theorem 30's proof, enhancing its completeness.
#thriller
fromRoger Ebert
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Apple TV+ Misses the Mark With Conspiracy Thriller "Prime Target" | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

Edward's breakthrough in mathematics leads to jealousy and danger, compelling him to flee as he is hunted.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Television

Prime Target' Is a Charming Popcorn Thriller

Prime Target features a thrilling plot centered around a mathematician, combining action and suspense ideal for viewers seeking engaging storytelling.
fromRoger Ebert
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Apple TV+ Misses the Mark With Conspiracy Thriller "Prime Target" | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

Edward's breakthrough in mathematics leads to jealousy and danger, compelling him to flee as he is hunted.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Television

Prime Target' Is a Charming Popcorn Thriller

Prime Target features a thrilling plot centered around a mathematician, combining action and suspense ideal for viewers seeking engaging storytelling.
more#thriller
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Prime Target review this stylish thriller is like Good Will Hunting meets The Bourne Identity

Ed's obsession with prime numbers leads to dangerous academic conflicts and betrayal.
#logic
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Can you solve it? Logicians in a line

Logicians can devise strategies to maximize the number of correct guesses about their hat colors through logical deduction and communication.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago
Science

How Venn Diagrams Became So Beloved in Classrooms and Internet Memes

Venn diagrams serve as a versatile tool for visualizing group relationships and solving logic problems, demonstrating their practical and educational value.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Deliverability

Holder Collateral-Free Cross-Chain Options | HackerNoon

The paper discusses the complexities and importance of mathematical proofs in various disciplines.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Can you solve it? Logicians in a line

Logicians can devise strategies to maximize the number of correct guesses about their hat colors through logical deduction and communication.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago
Science

How Venn Diagrams Became So Beloved in Classrooms and Internet Memes

Venn diagrams serve as a versatile tool for visualizing group relationships and solving logic problems, demonstrating their practical and educational value.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Deliverability

Holder Collateral-Free Cross-Chain Options | HackerNoon

The paper discusses the complexities and importance of mathematical proofs in various disciplines.
more#logic
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago
Writing

12 Big Ideas From Business Books Published In 2024 | Entrepreneur

The significance of mental health and calmness in addressing workplace anxiety and burnout has surged in literature published this year.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago
Science

Mysterious Constant that Makes Mathematicians Despair

Roger Apery claimed to solve a 200-year-old mathematical problem during a controversial lecture, facing skepticism and confusion but ultimately gaining recognition.
History
fromMedievalists.net
4 months ago

Reviving Medieval Science: Workshop Highlights 10th-Century Astrolabe's Precision and Legacy - Medievalists.net

The workshop demonstrated the significance of medieval Islamic contributions to astronomy, particularly through the astrolabe and its mathematical precision.
fromWIRED
4 months ago
Cooking

Everyone Is Capable of Mathematical Thinking-Yes, Even You

Mathematical thinking is accessible to everyone and involves constantly questioning one's own intuitions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Education

Alarm bells': why are Australian boys doing better than girls in maths and science?

Gender disparities in maths and science start early, with a concerning gap noted between boys and girls in recent academic performance reports.
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