![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Here David Hand explains why we should actually expect unlikely coincidences to happen Arthur Benjamin and Ethan Brown unveil techniques for improvising custom-made magic number squares Dana Mackenzie describes how mathematicians are making essential contributions to the development of synthetic biology Steven Strogatz tells us why it's worth writing about math for people who are alienated from it Lisa Rougetet traces the earliest written descriptions of Nim, a popular game of mathematical strategy Scott Aaronson looks at the unexpected implications of testing numbers for randomness and much, much more. They delve into the history, philosophy, teaching, and everyday occurrences of math, and take readers behind the scenes of today's hottest mathematical debates. These writings offer surprising insights into the nature, meaning, and practice of mathematics today. Featuring promising new voices alongside some of the foremost names in the field, The Best Writing on Mathematics 2015 makes available to a wide audience many articles not easily found anywhere else-and you don't need to be a mathematician to enjoy them. This annual anthology brings together the year's finest mathematics writing from around the world. ![]()
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