Math Culture
Dive into the fascinating world of mathematics with our captivating articles, written by passionate experts. Whether you are a curious amateur or a seasoned mathematician, our articles cover a wide range of topics, from fundamental concepts to the latest discoveries, including practical applications and philosophical reflections.
Hong Wang wins 2026 Fields Medal for 3D Kakeya proof
Mathematician Hong Wang becomes the third woman to receive the Fields Medal, for solving the century-old Kakeya needle problem in three dimensions together with Joshua Zahl.
42 out of 42: this 17-year-old high schooler aces a perfect score at the math Olympiad
Alex Chui, a 17-year-old British high schooler, achieved a perfect score at the 2026 International Mathematical Olympiad, picking up a record seven medals in seven appearances along the way.
Normal numbers: The Library of Babel hides your password
Explore the normal numbers defined by Borel in 1909, revealed through the literary analogy of Borges's Library of Babel. A meeting point of number theory, probability, and analysis.
Marie Curie, Borel, Perrin: a scholarly circle on a Breton peninsula
The Arcouest peninsula, near Paimpol, was a regular holiday retreat for many academics, including Émile Borel and Marie Curie.
Alexandre Grothendieck: the quest for mathematical language
A portrait of Grothendieck, a mathematical genius whose practice was intimately bound up with an aesthetics of language, from schemes to topoi.
Hilbert's 6th problem solved: the Newton-Boltzmann-Navier-Stokes link finally proven
A team of mathematicians has finally solved Hilbert's sixth problem, linking the equations of Newton, Boltzmann, and Navier-Stokes after 125 years of research.
EGMO 2026 Bordeaux: 260 girls shake up math
The European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad brought together 260 participants from around the world in Bordeaux for the 15th edition of this competition dedicated to promoting girls in mathematics.
Terence Tao and AI: what they are changing in mathematics
Terence Tao, a Fields Medalist, shares his experience with AI in mathematical research: an exploration partner that is transforming the way problems are formulated.
Women mathematicians: a long-ignored history
This article explores the place of women in mathematics across the centuries, from the ancient world to the present day, and sheds light on those who have for too long been forgotten.