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Can quantum computers do things that standard, classical computers can’t? No. But if they can calculate faster, that’s quantum supremacy.

Michio Kaku believes math is the mind of God.

We’re used to scientists telling us about the math and physics behind astronomical events. But what does studying space make us feel?

It’s called the “hipster effect,” and a study from Brandeis University mathematician Jonathan Touboul explains how it happens.

Welcome to The Nightcrawler — a weekly newsletter from Eric Markowitz covering tech, innovation, and long-term thinking.

Epigenetic entropy shows that you can’t fully understand cancer without mathematics.

A college education currently provides roughly a 10% rate of return, beating the long-term performance of equities.

Matt Strassler’s journey into fundamental physics culminates in a brilliant explanation of the Higgs field. Enjoy this exclusive interview.

Try writing a novel without using the letter “e.”

Find your wallet or keys — or a nuclear submarine.

If the electromagnetic and weak forces unify to make the electroweak force, maybe, at higher energies, something even grander happens?

Quantum computing brings significant opportunities — but equally significant cybersecurity risks.

Quality down time is important for relationships. Here are three practical suggestions to create more of it.

Bad news: Sleeping in on the weekends probably won’t cut it.

Studies on “growth mindset” interventions fail to show significant benefits.

A new technique that can automatically classify phases of physical systems could help scientists investigate novel materials.

After Albert Einstein’s death in 1955, a pathologist—searching for the secret of genius—removed, dissected, and ultimately stole the mathematician’s brain.

Scalars, vectors, and tensors come up all the time in physics. They’re more than mathematical structures. They help describe the Universe.

A new analysis suggests previous “total cost of ownership” studies overlooked key factors.

In work and life, the rules of success are being redefined.

Game theory is a unique combination of math and psychology. Its applications turn up everywhere, from nuclear war to Tinder to game shows.

We don’t know what causes Miyake events, but these great surges of energy can help us understand the past — while posing a threat to our future.

Philosophy cures no disease and invents nothing new. What’s even the point?

Mathematics and religion both embody awe-inspiring, eternal truths.

Could anyone still meet the Theoretical Minimum?

I think, therefore I am (rich).

It’s a problem on both sides of the political divide.

Pizzanomics isn’t an official field of research, but it can save you big money.

Travel half the distance to your destination, and there’s always another half to go. Despite Zeno’s Paradox, you always arrive right on time.

Meaningful pictures are assembled from meaningless noise.