Smart neurons offer neuroscience a math lesson
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Mathematical models of neural circuitry are gaining insights into the complexity of neurological activity. By combining computational models and theoretical analysis of the underlying mathematics, scientists are beginning to understand which neuronal properties are important to which behaviors.
Publication Name: Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8075
Year: 1997
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Abstract expressionism in math
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The direction of mathematical research is changing as mathematicians increasingly use computer graphics to illustrate and study concepts. For example, computer graphics is shifting the emphasis of differential geometry from the abstract to the concrete.
Publication Name: Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8075
Year: 1993
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An awesome look at Japan's math SAT
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Entrance exams at Japanese universities are extremely difficult. Even literature students are presented with complex math problems that US math major would find difficult. The math part of the exam has startled US educators by its sophistication.
Publication Name: Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8075
Year: 1993
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