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Can maths help save the world?

The mathematics that explains our world, New Scientist, London (28/09/2024).

Abstract:
Mathematics and mathematical modelling have a vital role to play in the modern world, underpinning many technological, scientific and digital developments. This places it well to contribution to solutions to problems from the everyday up to huge global issues facing humanity. This talk will offer a tour of maths contributing to solutions in climate and the natural world, sustainable living, and inequalities.