Explore the pervasive influence of mathematics in everyday life through this thought-provoking lecture by Kit Yates. Delve into the critical role of math in medicine, media, and politics, examining its trustworthiness and potential for misuse. Discover how mathematical concepts impact real-world scenarios, from medical diagnoses to crime rate predictions, and learn about mathematical miscarriages of justice, the effects of false positives, and the power of 'fake news'. Investigate intriguing topics such as the Birthday Problem and the likelihood of coincidences, gaining insights into the hidden mathematical patterns that shape our world. Engage with this comprehensive exploration of applied mathematics and its far-reaching consequences in modern society.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Screening
False positives
Take home messages
The media
Mismatched framing
Fact Check
Thought Experiment
Per Capita Killing Rate
Takehome messages
The Birthday Problem
The Twelve Days of Christmas
The Fifth Day of Christmas
How many pairs of people are there
What is the probability capital P
In practice
A strange coincidence
Taught by
The Royal Institution
