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Why are there no Nobel Prizes in mathematics?

Le Nobel est la plus haute distinction en science. Mais pourquoi n'y-a-t-il pas de Nobel en mathématiques ?

2023-06-08

Is mathematics a human invention?

Dive into the captivating debate: Is mathematics a human creation or a discovery of universal laws? Reflect on its fundamental nature.

Culture

2023-06-07

Maryam Mirzakhani: A shining star in the mathematical firmament

Découvrez l'histoire fascinante de Maryam Mirzakhani, première femme à recevoir la médaille Fields et son héritage inspirant.

Portraits

2023-06-07

Do we say mathematics or mathematics?

Let's explore the linguistic debate: do we say 'mathematics' or 'mathematics'? And why?

Culture

2023-06-07

Pierre-Simon de Laplace : Le Newton français

Découvre l'histoire fascinante d'un des plus grands mathématiciens et français de son temps.

Portraits

2023-08-22

Carl Friedrich Gauss : Le prince des mathématiciens

Découvrez la vie et les contributions de Carl Gauss, mathématicien prodige du 18e siècle, pionnier en géométrie et algèbre.

Portraits

2023-08-22

Benoît Mandelbrot : Le théoricien des fractales

Découvrez le génie mathématique du français Benoît Mandelbrot et son impact significatif sur la théorie fractale.

Portraits

2023-08-22

Evariste Galois | L'enfant terrible des mathématiques

Découvrez la vie passionnante d'Évariste Galois, un mathématicien prodige, qui a jeté les bases de la théorie de l'algèbre.

Portraits

2023-08-13

Hypatie d'Alexandrie : La première mathématicienne

Explorez la vie et l'héritage d'Hypatie d'Alexandrie, brillante mathématicienne et philosophe de l'Antiquité.

Portrait

2023-08-13

Transport: plot the shortest route-Dijkstra's secret in your GPS

Discover how Dijkstra's algorithm optimizes your GPS journeys for shorter, more efficient routes.

Culture

2025-07-29

Why are we afraid of large numbers? The mathematical explanation of a psychological phenomenon

Our brains panic when faced with large numbers: here's the scientific and mathematical explanation.

Culture

2025-04-07

Do lucky numbers really exist? What the statistics say

Lucky numbers: myth or reality? Find out what the statistics tell us.

Culture

2025-04-04

Do you have to drive further to find cheaper petrol?

Should you drive further for cheaper petrol? We take a look at the cost-benefit calculation.

Culture

2025-03-25

Why are so many adults lacking in math skills (and how can this be remedied)?

Having trouble with math? Here's why it's normal and how to get out of it permanently.

Culture

2025-03-25

Survivor bias

Find out how one mathematician's calculations helped win World War II.

Received ideas

2023-08-13

Optimize your planning with graph theory

Discover how to use the PERT method and graph theory to efficiently plan your projects without bottlenecks.

Methodology

2025-07-29

How do you divide up a bill between friends without getting into trouble?

No more messy bills between friends: here's how to split the bill fairly.

Methodology

2025-04-14

The Singapore method

Discover how the Singapore method is revolutionizing mathematics learning through a visual and concrete approach.

Methodology

2025-02-06

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