Mathematics Collection (#50)

Alhazen, Islamic scientist
Alhazen (965-1040), Islamic scientist. His Arabic name is Abu Ali Hasan ibn al-Haitham. Born in Basrah (present-day Iraq)

Bogolyubov and Keldysh, Soviet scientists
Soviet science administrators Keldysh (right) and Bogolyubov (left) attending the fifth session of one of the Supreme Soviets of the USSR in Moscow, Russia, on 18 December 1972

Abel Aganbegyan, Soviet economist
Abel Aganbegyan (born 1932), Soviet economist and mathematician, writing on a blackboard. Aganbegyan, of Armenian descent

Gerolamo Cardano, Italian mathematician
Gerolamo Cardano (1501-1576), Italian mathematician and physician, coloured historical artwork. Gerolamo Cardano, also known as Jerome Cardan

Rene Descartes and Queen Christina
Rene Descartes (1596-1650), French mathematician, teaching astronomy to Queen Christina of Sweden (1626-1689). Descartes accepted a post at Christinas court in Stockholm in September 1649

Augustin Cauchy, French mathematician
Augustin cauchy (1789-1857), French mathematician. Cauchy was a pioneer of analysis and the theory of permutation groups. He made numerous contributions to mathematics

Marquis de Condorcet, French politician
Marquis de Condorcet (1743-1794), French politician, mathematician and philosopher. Marie Jean Antoine Nicolas de Caritat, Marquis de Condorcet, worked on integrals and probability theory

Nikolai Bogolyubov, Soviet physicist
Nikolai Nikolaevich Bogolyubov (1909-1992), Soviet mathematician and physicist. Bogolyubov was born in Russia, and then educated in Kiev, the Ukraine

Jean Bernoulli, Swiss mathematician
Jean Bernoulli (1667-1748), Swiss mathematician. Johann, also known as Jean, followed his brother Jacques into mathematics and the two of them did pioneering work in calculus

Issac Barrow, English mathematician
Isaac Barrow (1630-1677), English mathematician, who resigned his post at Cambridge University, England, in favour of his pupil Isaac Newton

Archimedes, Greek mathematician
Archimedes of Syracuse (c. 287-212 BC), Greek mathematician, physicist and engineer. Archimedes is regarded as the greatest mathematician of ancient times

Arabic science timeline. The Golden Age of Arabic Science occurred in the period from the 8th century to the 12th century

Archimedes during the sack of Syracuse. The Ancient Greek mathematician, physicst and engineer Archimedes (c.287-c.212 BC) was one of the leading scientists in antiquity

Maria Agnesi, Italian mathematician
Maria Gaetana Agnesi (1718-1799), Italian scholar and mathematician. Agnesi was one of 24 children born to a mathematics professor in Bologna

Mathematical artwork. Computer-generated image derived form polynomial equations

Irregular heart beat, conceptual image
Restriction enzyme cutting DNA. Computer model showing an EcoRI endonuclease enzyme (ribbons) cutting a DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) strand (blue and pink)

Mandelbulb fractal. Computer-generated image of a three-dimensional analogue derived form a Mandelbrot Set

Graph paper, abstract artwork
Graph paper, abstract computer artwork of graph paper flying through the air

Greek letter Omega, lower case
Omega is the 24th and last letter of the Greek alphabet. In the Greek numeric system, it has a value of 800. The letter omega is used as a symbol in chemistry, physics, statistics, and mathematics

Greek letter Sigma, upper case
Zeta is the sixth letter of the Greek alphabet. In the system of Greek numerals, it has a value of 7 rather than 6 because the letter digamma (also called stigma as a Greek numeral)

Greek letter Epsilon, lower case
Epsilon is the fifth letter of the Greek alphabet. In the system of Greek numerals it has a value of 5. The uppercase Epsilon is not commonly used outside of the Greek language because of its

Greek letter Lambda, upper case
Alpha is the first letter of the Greek alphabet and represents various concepts in many sciences including physics and chemistry

Greek letter Kappa, lower case
Kappa is the 10th letter of the Greek alphabet, and in the system of Greek numerals it has a value of 20. The lower case letter is commonly used in Geometry, mathematics, chemistry

Greek letter Lambda, lower case
Lambda is the 11th letter of the Greek alphabet. In the system of Greek numerals lambda has a value of 30. The letter is widely used in mathematics, astrophysics, crystal optics, neurobiology

Greek letter Epsilon, upper case
Alpha is the first letter of the Greek alphabet and represents various concepts in many sciences including physics and chemistry

Greek letter Kappa, upper case
Kappa is the 10th letter of the Greek alphabet, and in the system of Greek numerals it has a value of 20. The lower case letter is commonly used in Geometry, mathematics, chemistry

Greek letter Nu, lower case
Lions mane jellyfish (Cyanea capillata). Lions mane jellyfish are the largest known species of jellyfish. They can reach over 2 metres across with tentacles of around 30 metres long

Greek letter Upsilon, lower case
Alpha is the first letter of the Greek alphabet and represents various concepts in many sciences including physics and chemistry

Greek letter Mu, upper case
Mu is the 12th letter of the Greek alphabet. In the system of Greek numerals it has a value of 40. The lower-case letter mu is used as a special symbol in many scientific

Greek letter Upsilon, upper case
Upsilon is the 20th letter of the Greek alphabet. In the system of Greek numerals it has a value of 400. The Greek alphabet has an important role in the nomenclature of astronomical bodies

Mathematical universe, conceptual artwork

Mathematical knot, computer artwork
Computer artwork of a mathematical knot, in which the ends are joined together so that it cannot be undone. It is also an " independent" or " unity" knot as it is not comprised of

Missing cube, artwork
Missing cube, computer artwork

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"Mathematics: Unveiling the Beauty of Numbers and Patterns" Step into the mesmerizing world of mathematics, where intricate shapes and complex equations intertwine to reveal the secrets of our universe. From the captivating Mandelbrot Set, a masterpiece of fractal geometry, to the enchanting 19th-century Moroccan wall feature adorned with mathematical motifs, every corner holds a story waiting to be unraveled. Behold the Fibonacci spiral, an artwork that showcases nature's hidden harmony through its perfectly balanced curves. As we delve deeper into history, we encounter brilliant minds like Marie Curie, whose groundbreaking discoveries in science were rooted in her profound understanding of mathematics. Richard Feynman's caricature reminds us of his exceptional contributions to quantum mechanics and his ability to make even the most abstract concepts accessible. Ludwig Wittgenstein's caricature stands as a testament to his philosophical exploration on logic and language intertwined with mathematical reasoning. The Mandelbrot fractal takes us on a journey through infinite complexity within finite boundaries—a visual representation of chaos theory at its finest. Glimpses from Evariste Galois' manuscript remind us of his tragic yet revolutionary work in algebraic equations that laid foundations for modern algebra. Turning pages towards Leonardo Pacciolis' Summa de Arithmetica reveals ancient wisdom passed down generations—an ode to arithmetic's timeless significance. Particle physics equations beckon us into realms unseen—the language used by scientists worldwide to understand fundamental particles shaping our existence. Quasicrystals captivate with their symmetrical patterns defying conventional notions—mathematical wonders discovered only recently but echoing throughout nature since time immemorial. And let us not forget the humble logarithm table—a tool that revolutionized calculations across countless disciplines. In this vast tapestry woven by numbers and formulas lies humanity's quest for knowledge and understanding. Mathematics is more than just calculations; it is an art form that transcends borders and time, revealing the profound beauty hidden within our world.