Adventures of a Mathematician

Adventures of a Mathematician
Author: S. M. Ulam
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Total Pages: 400
Release: 1991
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780520910553

The true story that inspired the 2020 film. The autobiography of mathematician Stanislaw Ulam, one of the great scientific minds of the twentieth century, tells a story rich with amazingly prophetic speculations and peppered with lively anecdotes. As a member of the Los Alamos National Laboratory from 1944 on, Ulam helped to precipitate some of the most dramatic changes of the postwar world. He was among the first to use and advocate computers for scientific research, originated ideas for the nuclear propulsion of space vehicles, and made fundamental contributions to many of today's most challenging mathematical projects. With his wide-ranging interests, Ulam never emphasized the importance of his contributions to the research that resulted in the hydrogen bomb. Now Daniel Hirsch and William Mathews reveal the true story of Ulam's pivotal role in the making of the "Super," in their historical introduction to this behind-the-scenes look at the minds and ideas that ushered in the nuclear age. An epilogue by Françoise Ulam and Jan Mycielski sheds new light on Ulam's character and mathematical originality.

Math Adventures with Python

Math Adventures with Python
Author: Peter Farrell
Publisher: No Starch Press
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2019-01-08
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1593278683

Learn math by getting creative with code! Use the Python programming language to transform learning high school-level math topics like algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus! Math Adventures with Python will show you how to harness the power of programming to keep math relevant and fun. With the aid of the Python programming language, you'll learn how to visualize solutions to a range of math problems as you use code to explore key mathematical concepts like algebra, trigonometry, matrices, and cellular automata. Once you've learned the programming basics like loops and variables, you'll write your own programs to solve equations quickly, make cool things like an interactive rainbow grid, and automate tedious tasks like factoring numbers and finding square roots. You'll learn how to write functions to draw and manipulate shapes, create oscillating sine waves, and solve equations graphically. You'll also learn how to: - Draw and transform 2D and 3D graphics with matrices - Make colorful designs like the Mandelbrot and Julia sets with complex numbers - Use recursion to create fractals like the Koch snowflake and the Sierpinski triangle - Generate virtual sheep that graze on grass and multiply autonomously - Crack secret codes using genetic algorithms As you work through the book's numerous examples and increasingly challenging exercises, you'll code your own solutions, create beautiful visualizations, and see just how much more fun math can be!

Wonders of Numbers

Wonders of Numbers
Author: Clifford A. Pickover
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 420
Release: 2003-01-16
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 9780195348002

Who were the five strangest mathematicians in history? What are the ten most interesting numbers? Jam-packed with thought-provoking mathematical mysteries, puzzles, and games, Wonders of Numbers will enchant even the most left-brained of readers. Hosted by the quirky Dr. Googol--who resides on a remote island and occasionally collaborates with Clifford Pickover--Wonders of Numbers focuses on creativity and the delight of discovery. Here is a potpourri of common and unusual number theory problems of varying difficulty--each presented in brief chapters that convey to readers the essence of the problem rather than its extraneous history. Peppered throughout with illustrations that clarify the problems, Wonders of Numbers also includes fascinating "math gossip." How would we use numbers to communicate with aliens? Check out Chapter 30. Did you know that there is a Numerical Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder? You'll find it in Chapter 45. From the beautiful formula of India's most famous mathematician to the Leviathan number so big it makes a trillion look small, Dr. Googol's witty and straightforward approach to numbers will entice students, educators, and scientists alike to pick up a pencil and work a problem.

Adventures of Mind and Mathematics

Adventures of Mind and Mathematics
Author: Wolff-Michael Roth
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2021-08-25
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 9783030518110

This monograph uses the concept and category of “event” in the study of mathematics as it emerges from an interaction between levels of cognition, from the bodily experiences to symbolism. It is subdivided into three parts.The first moves from a general characterization of the classical approach to mathematical cognition and mind toward laying the foundations for a view on the mathematical mind that differs from going approaches in placing primacy on events.The second articulates some common phenomena–mathematical thought, mathematical sign, mathematical form, mathematical reason and its development, and affect in mathematics–in new ways that are based on the previously developed ontology of events. The final part has more encompassing phenomena as its content, most prominently the thinking body of mathematics, the experience in and of mathematics, and the relationship between experience and mind. The volume is well-suited for anyone with a broad interest in educational theory and/or social development, or with a broad background in psychology.

Molly and the Mathematical Mysteries

Molly and the Mathematical Mysteries
Author: Eugenia Cheng
Publisher: Big Picture Press
Total Pages: 63
Release: 2021-03-30
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1536217107

Find the clues and lift the flaps on this mathematical mystery! Join Molly as she ventures into a curious world where nothing is quite as it seems. A trail of clues leads from scene to scene, presenting Molly with a number of challenges. But who is leaving the clues, and where will they lead? This interactive mystery shows math isn't just about numbers—it’s about imagination! An explorative and creative approach to the world of mathematics.

Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists

Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 48
Release: 1976-11
Genre:
ISBN:

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists is the premier public resource on scientific and technological developments that impact global security. Founded by Manhattan Project Scientists, the Bulletin's iconic "Doomsday Clock" stimulates solutions for a safer world.

The Hidden Genius: A Math Adventure

The Hidden Genius: A Math Adventure
Author: Cindy Monica
Publisher: Cindy Monica
Total Pages: 122
Release: 2024-10-30
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

In "The Hidden Genius: A Math Adventure," we follow the inspiring story of Max, a dedicated math teacher, who sets out to find exceptional students to train for the International Math Challenge. Frustrated by his inability to discover the brilliance he seeks, he stumbles upon Rachel, an unusual and solitary student who surprises him with her extraordinary problem-solving skills. Though initially reluctant, Rachel's parents eventually support her journey into the world of competitive math. Guided by Max's unconventional teaching methods, Rachel not only hones her skills but also transforms into a confident competitor. Alongside her friends Tommy and Lucy, they embrace the challenges of preparing for the competition, filled with laughter, camaraderie, and unexpected hurdles. Through hard work and determination, they navigate the intense pressure of the International Math Challenge, facing their fears and celebrating their accomplishments.

Mathematics

Mathematics
Author: Douglas M. Campbell
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2019-08-08
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1351082760

To understand why mathematics exists and why it is perpetuated one must know something of its history and of the lives and results of famous mathematicians. This three-volume collection of entertaining articles will captivate those with a special interest in mathematics as well as arouse those with even the slightest curiosity about the most sophisticated sciences.

Adventures of Mind and Mathematics

Adventures of Mind and Mathematics
Author: Wolff-Michael Roth
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2020-08-24
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 3030518094

This monograph uses the concept and category of “event” in the study of mathematics as it emerges from an interaction between levels of cognition, from the bodily experiences to symbolism. It is subdivided into three parts.The first moves from a general characterization of the classical approach to mathematical cognition and mind toward laying the foundations for a view on the mathematical mind that differs from going approaches in placing primacy on events.The second articulates some common phenomena–mathematical thought, mathematical sign, mathematical form, mathematical reason and its development, and affect in mathematics–in new ways that are based on the previously developed ontology of events. The final part has more encompassing phenomena as its content, most prominently the thinking body of mathematics, the experience in and of mathematics, and the relationship between experience and mind. The volume is well-suited for anyone with a broad interest in educational theory and/or social development, or with a broad background in psychology.