Embark on a captivating 77-minute journey through the Mathematical Universe in this World Science Festival panel discussion. Explore the enigmatic world of mathematics, from the peculiarities of prime numbers to the concept of infinity, fluid dynamics, and hyperspace geometry. Discover how mathematics serves as our most powerful tool for uncovering immutable truths. Join renowned experts as they guide you through groundbreaking mathematical discoveries, introduce you to the brilliant minds behind these advancements, and examine the formidable challenges that continue to perplex even the most accomplished mathematicians. Delve into topics such as the origins of numbers, binary addition, the nature of mathematical aptitude, nontransitive dice games, and the potential of computers in mathematical problem-solving. Gain insights into the Poincaré Conjecture, the hierarchical nature of mathematics, and ponder whether mathematical understanding can transcend direct observation of the universe.
Overview
Syllabus
Welcome to the Mathematical Universe.
Participant Introductions.
What about math got you interested in the subject?
Is math an instinct in humans?
When in history did the number come into existence?
Math was key to ancient survival.
1+1=0 Adding in binary.
Why are some people better at math than others?
Nontransitive dice game.
What's the best story about math... Infinite primes?
Do all math problems have an answer?
The computer replacing the mathematician?
Can we mathematically understand the universe we are in without seeing it?
Perfect Rigour and Grigori Perelman solved the Poincare Conjecture
If you have determination math is easy.
Mathematics is hierarchical and you need to start from the beginning.
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