Dr. Steven Strogatz is the author of “Infinite Powers: How Calculus Reveals the Secrets of the Universe” and “The Joy of X” and a math professor at Cornell University. He’s also co-host of “The Joy Of Why” podcast.
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‘Big Math’ shines a light on the hidden math that runs our world
Mathematician Steven Strogatz discusses the unexpected math in daily life, and how his field is picking up the pieces after AI disruptions.
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‘Big Math’ is here, and humans can shape its potential
Machine-powered math can take on huge problems with millions of unknowns. That can be concerning—but also holds enormous potential for good.
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Pi, Anyone? A Celebration Of Math And What’s New
Mathematician Dr. Steven Strogatz breaks down the history of the math concept and brings it full circle to recent science.
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The Language Of Calculus
Mathematician Steven Strogatz argues that “humans have used calculus to remake the world.”
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Steven Strogatz On The ‘Infinite Powers’ Of Calculus
From gravity to HIV treatments, calculus has helped us understand our universe.
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Does Math Matter?
In this live interview from the Aspen Ideas Festival, Ira asks mathematicians and educators if there’s a better way to learn math.
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Hello, Stranger, Wanna Share a Cab?
Researchers found that potentially 95 percent of cab rides in New York City could have been shared.
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Celebrating Irrational, Transcendental Pi
As we celebrate Pi Day, mathematician Steven Strogatz talks about how the ancients calculated pi—and how you can do it at home.
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Steven Strogatz: The Joy Of X
Did you know some infinities are bigger than others? Or that one is equal to .99999999999 repeating? Just a few of the math mysteries in The Joy of X, a new book by Steven Strogatz.