Issue 30 of Plus is now out!
http://plus.maths.org
Kittens, jaguars, giraffes and bees are just some of the stars of this
issue of Plus, where we journey through our own intestines,
examine the fashions of the animal world and use mathematics to seek
universal truth... or perhaps just make some money.
In Issue 30:
101 uses of a quadratic equation: Part II
Find out how the humble quadratic equation can save your life and perfect
your goal kick in the fourth article in our occasional series aimed at
students.
http://plus.maths.org/issue30/features/quadratic/index-gifd.html
How the leopard got its spots
Discover the differential equations that govern the dramatic
dress-code of some of our favourite animals.
http://plus.maths.org/issue30/features/dartnell/index.html
Running a lottery, for beginners
Make money from your lottery thanks to careful calculations and a
little psychology.
http://plus.maths.org/issue30/features/haigh/index-gifd.html
Mathematics for aliens
Gossip with interstellar neighbours and discover the universal truths
of mathematics.
http://plus.maths.org/issue30/features/wilson/index.html
Career interview: Fluid mechanics researcher
Follow the path your breakfast takes with fluid mechanics.
http://plus.maths.org/issue30/interview/index.html
Uncover the hidden squares on a chess board,
http://plus.maths.org/issue30/puzzle/index.html
see kittens take on strong men,
http://plus.maths.org/issue30/outerspace/index.html
and think twice before following the latest trends.
http://plus.maths.org/issue30/editorial/index.html
Plus all the latest mathematical news and reviews.
Happy reading from the Plus team
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