AI could soon spew out hundreds of mathematical proofs that look "right" but contain hidden flaws, or proofs so complex we ...

Cognitive overload can create a bottleneck during math lessons, but there are simple strategies to clear up students’ brain space for complex problem-solving.

Tao: Today there are a lot of very tedious types of mathematics that we don’t like doing, so we look for clever ways to get ...

In everyday conversations, the word conspiracy often carries a sense of mystery, suspicion, and secrecy. It refers to a situation where two or more people secretly plan something, usually with the ...

Ten years after the "Mississippi Miracle," some senators say it's time for the legislature to focus on progress in elementary math classes.

A study of ancient ostrich eggshells reveals that early humans were capable of advanced geometric thinking, using precise patterns and intricate designs more than 60,000 years ago.

Two breakthroughs in mathematics could reshape how researchers understand symmetries in nature and the behavior of complex systems. These advances, led by Pham Tiep, a professor at Rutgers University, ...

Greenpeace has said the verdict could bankrupt it. The lawsuit was over the group’s role in protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline. By Karen Zraick Simultaneous emergencies in different parts of ...

Don’t start with moon shots. by Thomas H. Davenport and Rajeev Ronanki In 2013, the MD Anderson Cancer Center launched a “moon shot” project: diagnose and recommend treatment plans for certain forms ...

Wanna see a trick? Give us any topic and we can tie it back to the economy. At Planet Money, we explore the forces that shape our lives and bring you along for the ride. Don't just understand the ...

What Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? IBS is a mix of belly discomfort or pain and trouble with bowel habits: either going more or less often than normal (diarrhea or constipation) or having a ...