Archive for February, 2010

IntMath Newsletter: Functions, Gini Coefficient, math anxiety

25 February 2010

In this Newsletter

1. Math tip (a) – Functions
2. Math tip (b) – Gini Coefficient
3. Math in the news – Math Anxiety
4. Latest from the Math Blog
5. Final thought – Attention

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The Gini Coefficient of wealth distribution

24 February 2010

Gini CoefficientOne way to measure income equality is the Gini Coefficient.

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Functions

22 February 2010

functionsThe concept of functions causes a lot of confusion. This article attempts to make things a bit clearer.

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Friday Math movie – Addressing Population Myths

19 February 2010

populationHere’s some information about population trends.

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How math helps to choose the right marriage partner

17 February 2010

wedding ringsOne of life’s toughest decisions is choosing the right mate. Math to the rescue.

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Is she beautiful? The new Golden Ratio

16 February 2010

marquardtBeauty is defined by a new “Golden Ratio”, new research shows.

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Today is “e” day (Feb 7th)

7 February 2010

e Day Feb 7th
The number e is an important number in math. It arises in many diverse applications.

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Intmath Newsletter – Graphs, pharmacokinetics, color blindness

2 February 2010

In this Newsletter

1. Math tip (a) – Graphs using free math software
2. Math tip (b) – Math of drugs and bodies (pharmacokinetics)
3. Latest IntMath Poll – math applications
4. Latest from the Math Blog
5. Final thoughts

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Graphs using free math software

2 February 2010

Do we still need to graph on paper, or should we use free math graphers instead?

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Math of drugs and bodies (pharmacokinetics)

1 February 2010

Why do doctors say “take 1 tablet every 3 hours”? How long does it take a drug to be absorbed?

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