Several fields of mathematics have developed in total isolation, using their own 'undecipherable' coded languages. Mathematicians now present 'big algebras,' a two-way mathematical 'dictionary' ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Representation theory transforms abstract algebra groups into things like simpler matrices. The field’s ...

Teacher Amy Bernstein's new book isn't your average math workbook. That's because its intended for readers aren't your average students, the Framingham resident says . Bernstein's "Time-Travel Math," ...