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Vi Hart: Mathemusician

Posted on 14 December 2010 by Xander

Today, I came across something—or, more appropriately, somone—that I can only describe as extraordinary: the charismatic and charming “mathamusician” Vi Hart. Vi is a musician with an interest in recreational mathematics (i.e. math done for fun). Of special note are … Continue reading →

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Monday Mandelbrot Madness XI

Posted on 13 December 2010 by Xander
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Euler’s Identity

Posted on 7 December 2010 by Xander

After I finished my bachelor’s degree, I celebrated by getting a tattoo. It is reasonable to ask a person with a tattoo what the significance of their tattoo is. What is that on my arm, and why did I choose … Continue reading →

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Monday Mandelbrot Madness X

Posted on 6 December 2010 by Xander
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Monday Mandelbrot Madness IX

Posted on 29 November 2010 by Xander
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Monday Mandelbrot Madness VIII

Posted on 22 November 2010 by Xander
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Monday Mandelbrot Madness VII

Posted on 15 November 2010 by Xander
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Nature by Numbers

Posted on 11 November 2010 by Xander

Today, I would like to share one of my favorite things: a short film by the very talented Cristóbal Vila called Nature by Numbers. The film melds the beautiful composition “Often a Bird” by minimalist composer Wim Mertens with some … Continue reading →

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Monday Mandelbrot Madness VI

Posted on 8 November 2010 by Xander
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Monday Mandelbrot Madness V

Posted on 1 November 2010 by Xander
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