Where would the world be without mathematics?
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- Author: Statistics Views
- Date: 05 November 2015
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The British Society for the History of Mathematics, in association with Plus magazine, has announced a new competition inviting young people aged 11 to 19 to explore the history of maths for a chance to win cash prizes.
Where does mathematics come from? How do we know what is true? What is the contribution of a particular person or culture? The British Society for the History of Mathematics (BSHM) believes that answers to questions like these form an important part of understanding mathematics today.
From computer games to smart phones, and from the weather forecast to our solar system, mathematics is essential in describing and understanding the world around us. It has been part of human culture for millennia. This competition, launched by the British Society for the History of Mathematics (working with Plus), invites young people to explore how mathematics has developed and achieved its status, and communicate their findings to a wide audience.
A number of cash prizes will be awarded, depending upon the quality and the number of entries. The maximum prize will be £100. Winners will be announced at the BSHM meeting at Birkbeck College on 21st May 2016.
The deadline for entries is Thursday 24th March 2016. Rules, guidelines and entry form can be found on the BSHM website.
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