Not-So-Epic Battles of History: Nikola Tesla vs. Thomas Edison
There are many colorful characters, discoveries, and inventions in the annals of scientific history; yet, not much has sparked as much debate and controversy as the infamous rivalry between Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison.
Nature’s Palette: The Astonishing Spectrum of Animal Blood Colors
What is the color of blood? While the instinctive response for many of us may be “red,” the truth is that nature’s artistry extends far beyond our imagination.
How Did Music Theorists Decide the Pitch of Each Note?
Have you ever thought about how music theorists chose a pitch for each note in “do-re-mi-fa-sol-la-ti” from an infinite number of options on a number line?
John Horton Conway: The Mathematician Who Made Math Fun
Whether it was to the mathematical community, game enthusiasts worldwide, or the Princeton campus, Conway's passing due to COVID-19 complications in 2020 was a great loss. Nonetheless, his spirit of viewing mathematics as a form of play continues to inspire.
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