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The Four Color Theorem

If you have a coloring book with a map that includes all the US states, how many different colors would you need in order to color all the states to make sure that the same color never touches itself? The four color theorem states that in a given plane, the regions can be colored using […]

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Operations researcher

Operations research applies analytical and mathematical methods to help make better decisions. It deals with such questions as “What is the optimal way to schedule a set of tasks?” and “What is the most efficient way to arrange the flow of traffic?” Examples include the scheduling of a sport team’s games, the restocking of large […]

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Math in Photography

How does Math relate to beauty, art, and fashion? Jessica Wynne, a professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York explored the beauty of math in her most recent project. She took creative photos of chalkboards that were labeled “Do Not Erase.” The results prove that beauty can be found in the most […]