Monthly Archives: February 2020

The Joy of x Podcast: A Tour

Posted on February 29, 2020 by Vanessa Rivera-Quinones

The Joy of x podcast is a series of conversations with a wide range of scientists about their lives, work, and what fostered their passion. It is hosted by Steven Strogatz in collaboration with QuantaMagazine. The format of this podcast makes … Continue reading →

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ThatsMaths: A Tour

Posted on February 20, 2020 by racheljcrowell

ThatsMaths is a blog by Peter Lynch, an emeritus professor of the University College Dublin’s School of Mathematics and Statistics. Many of the posts on the blog are articles that Lynch has written for the Irish Times. Please join me … Continue reading →

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In honor of Black History Month

Posted on February 12, 2020 by Vanessa Rivera-Quinones

February 1 marked the beginning of Black History Month. Its origin trace back to 1926, when the historian Carter G. Woodson pioneered “Negro History Week” in the second week of February because it coincided with the birthdays of former US president … Continue reading →

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Mathematical Enchantments: A Tour

Posted on February 7, 2020 by racheljcrowell

Mathematical Enchantments, or “Jim Propp’s math blog” is about “adventures in fantastic realms you can build inside your head.” The blog has been discussed a few times on this blog in recent years. Welcome to my tour of a few … Continue reading →

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