Set theory is a mathematical abstract concerned with the grouping of sets of numbers that have commonality. For example, all even numbers make up a set, and all odd numbers comprise a set. All numbers ...

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The study of geodetic numbers in graph theory represents a compelling fusion of abstract mathematical ideas with practical applications across network analysis, computational optimisation, and ...

Scientists have found what they say is a link between complex number theory and string theory. A mathematician and physicist working together found the connection, which they say is part of plotting ...

Mathematicians rejoice when they prove that seemingly impossible things exist. Such is the case with a new proof posted online in March by Cédric Pilatte, a first-year graduate student at the ...

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract Recent advances in computer-assisted content analysis have made available to historians and social scientists much richer and more flexible ...

Katie has a PhD in maths, specializing in the intersection of dynamical systems and number theory. She reports on topics from maths and history to society and animals. Katie has a PhD in maths, ...