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Plus Magazine

Visit this site:	http://www.plus.maths.org/

Author:	Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, University of Cambridge
Description:	Plus (formerly PASS-Maths) is a triannual online magazine for older pupils and the general public. It publishes articles explaining the diverse applications of mathematics used in solving problems in physics, chemistry, biology, engineering, and economics. New developments in mathematics and mathematical sciences, interviews with mathematicians, information about degree courses, history of mathematics and science, mathematical biographies, and links to other mathematics Web sites and resources are featured. Plus also reveals what professional mathematicians do, and explores the wide range of careers open to mathematics graduates. Articles have included Unspinning the Boomerang; Galloping Gyroscopes; Natural frequencies and music; Designing loudspeakers; The Art of Numbers; Understanding turbulence; and a series on The Origins of Proof. Search or browse back issues dating from January, 1997.

Levels:	Middle School (6-8), High School (9-12), College
Languages:	English
Resource Types:	Link Listings, Articles, Magazines
Math Topics:	History and Biography, Applications/Connections, Music, Engineering, Sciences, Economics
Math Ed Topics:	Professional Ed/Career Development, Public Understanding of Math

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