IN BRIEF Definition : Tables of elements organized in rows and columns. Size : A matrix of size m x n has m rows and n columns. Structure : Composed of essential elements such as rows, columns, and properties. Use : Problem-solving in linear algebra and modeling. Practical applications : Topology, 2D-3D graphics, robots. Digital … Read more
IN BRIEF Interactions between mathematicians and geophysicists on issues such as glacier melting. Applied mathematics as an essential tool for solving complex problems in biology, chemistry, physics, ecology, and economics. The need for a growing number of mathematicians to tackle challenges like climate change and pandemics. Technological advances, especially artificial intelligence, pose new challenges for … Read more
IN BRIEF Ancient Mathematics: From Antiquity to the Present Day. Babylonian Contributions: Advanced methods for trade. Egyptians: Use of mathematics for measuring monuments. Mesopotamia: Innovative calculation approaches. Arab-Muslim Civilizations: Hubs of mathematical knowledge in the Middle Ages. Thales of Miletus: Invention of geometry and the beginning of Greek mathematics. African Origins: Major contributions to modern … Read more
IN SHORT Modern cryptography: Securing transactions and generating trust. Mathematical problems: Use of unsolved problems, such as the factorization of large numbers. History: Cryptographic system RSA developed by Ronald Rivest and his colleagues in 1977. Applications: Computer programs derived from cryptographic protocols. Prime numbers: Essential for research in cryptography. Encoding function: Encryption keys validated by … Read more