Maxwell’s equations of electromagnetism and the Euler equation top a poll to find the greatest equations of all time. Robert P Crease discusses the results of his reader survey First among equals – ...

Quantum mechanics is concerned with the behavior of the tiniest of particles, and usually the mathematics behind it is relegated to this tiny realm. Now, a researcher from the California Institute of ...

Perhaps the most common comment I receive after delivering a public lecture is: “I enjoyed the lecture, but I couldn't understand the maths.” This difficulty doesn't just affect the public but is one ...