Past lectures
Geometers study shapes and how they transform into one other....
What is the best way to pack? Some examples of different packing strategies will lead us to the best way of packing many things of...
This lecture explores various ideas of tuning and temperament from...
The reality of the Earth's motion, as proclaimed by Copernicus, quickly proved contentious. Accepted by Kepler, disputed by...
Simple mathematics revealed how to cut diamonds so as to create the most brilliant effect through the refraction, reflection and...
Why do tightrope walkers always carry long poles? What is the difference between weight and inertia? We take a look at balance and...
One of the reasons why people make mistakes is that the systems they use are badly designed, and this is perhaps nowhere more alarming...
This event marks the publication of John D Barrow's latest book. 100 Essential Things You Didn't Know You Didn't Know answers one...
250 years ago Daniel Bernoulli used mathematics and statistics to try to weigh the risks and benefits of inoculation against smallpox....
How does maths shed light on the fixing of horse races? Why disabling the favourite is the best strategy to ensure a winning return. We...
Hanging chains and shapes of suspension bridges. The designs of some of the world's greatest bridges. The shapes of arches and domes....
Some mathematics of straight lines. Why are electricity pylons made of triangular patterns of struts? Rigid shapes and flexible shapes....
