Researcher at the Cluster of Excellence Mathematics finds an approach that can be used flexibly Whether it’s physical phenomena, share prices or climate models – many dynamic processes in our world ...

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A mathematician at Carnegie Mellon University has developed an easier way to solve quadratic equations. The mathematician hopes this method will help students avoid memorizing obtuse formulas. His ...

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