Does -1/12 Protect Us From Infinity? - Revisiting the Sum of Integers
Offered By: Numberphile via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the controversial mathematical concept of summing integers to arrive at -1/12 in this 21-minute Numberphile video featuring Professor Tony Padilla. Delve into the thorny issue a decade after its initial presentation, examining new insights and a recently published paper on the topic. Learn about the connection between this mathematical curiosity and infinity, and discover how it relates to other areas of mathematics and physics. Gain access to additional resources, including related videos, blog posts, and interviews with prominent mathematicians, to further your understanding of this intriguing mathematical phenomenon.
Syllabus
Does -1/12 Protect Us From Infinity? - Numberphile
Taught by
Numberphile
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