Marianne Freiberger

Mathematicians solve the famous loop's mystery

A new Bayesian network helps predict the severity of the disease

Computer scientists prove how long it should take you to solve Rubik's cube

One of the many strange ideas from quantum mechanics is that space isn't continuous but consists of tiny chunks. Ordinary geometry is useless when it comes to dealing with such a space, but algebra makes it possible to come up with a model of spacetime that might do the trick. And it can all be tested by a satellite. Shahn Majid met up with Plus to explain.

How to win with quantum uncertainty

Why do the rich and popular get richer and more popular?

This year's prize goes to Srinivasa S. R. Varadhan

Mathematicians pin down symmetry

Plus went to see members of Norman Foster's group of architects to learn about the maths behind architecture.

Scientists develop ways of testing string theory against reality

The Eternity puzzle is back with a $2 million prize

How advanced mathematical techniques save lives.