Mathematics - The Language of Nature
Offered By: World Science Festival via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the profound connections between mathematics and physics in this captivating 56-minute lecture by renowned mathematician Edward Frenkel, recorded at the World Science Festival in New York City on May 31, 2014. Delve into the elegant mathematical formulation of symmetry and its applications throughout math and physics. Discover how the Langlands program could potentially lead to a grand unified theory of mathematics. Gain insights into the fundamental role of mathematics as the language of nature and its power to describe the universe. Complement this lecture with the associated free online course available at World Science U for a deeper understanding of these fascinating concepts.
Syllabus
WSU Master Class: Mathematics, The Language of Nature with Edward Frenkel Course
Taught by
World Science Festival
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