The UK Government have announced the latest list of honours, and we’ve taken a look for the particularly mathematical entries. Here is the selection for this year – if you spot any more, let us know in the comments and we’ll add to the list. Get the full list from gov.uk.
Double Maths First Thing: Issue 45
Double Maths First Thing is looking for the man with the noses. Hello! My name is Colin and I am a mathematician on a mission to show that maths, proper maths, is a joyful and creative endeavour. I’m also on a mission to shift a stinker of a cold. At least, I assume it’s a…
Double Maths First Thing: Issue 44
Double Maths First Thing is not stirring. Hello! My name is Colin and I am a mathematician on a mission to spread joy and delight in mathematical creativity. It’s Christmas Eve (babe), which means I probably need to switch off from looking out for cool maths and spend some time with the close family and/or…
Mathematical Objects: Slice of pizza
A conversation about mathematics inspired by a slice of pizza. Presented by Katie Steckles and Peter Rowlett. Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: RSS | List of episodes
Double Maths First Thing: Issue 43
Double Maths First Thing is not, and has never been, a Grade 2* listed building. Hello! My name is Colin and I am a mathematician on a mission to spread joy and delight in learning, understanding and doing maths. I’ve just had an excellent long weekend in the University of Warwick Maths Houses at a…
Interview: Jigsy puzzle app
We chatted to Chris Dawson – the creator of Jigsy, a shape-based puzzle app which we’ve enjoyed playing – to find out more about where it came from and how it was developed.
Double Maths First Thing: Issue 42
Double Maths First Thing knows where its towel is Hello! My name is Colin and I am a mathematician on a mission to spread the joy and delight of puzzling stuff out. It’s a busy week here, with client work, children at carol services, Christmas preparation, and students suddenly realising they need help for next…