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Mathematics
Artificial Intelligence
Quantum Mechanics
Public Understanding Of Mathematics
Quantum Field Theory
Gravitational Waves
Black Holes
Algebraic Geometry
Cambridge University
Number Theory
Complex Dynamics
Crime Prediction
Data Intensive Science
Inverse Problems
Nonparametric Inference Under Shape Constraints
Theoretical Physics
Covid-19 Pandemic
Education
Boson Stars
Dark Matter

Insights and interviews from the Mathematics Faculty, University of Cambridge.

Voices of Mathematics takes you inside the University of Cambridge's Mathematics Faculty, the home of the Cambridge Mathematics departments.

From number theory and geometry to cosmology and quantum physics, the Faculty's work explores fundamental and exciting questions to extend the boundaries of discovery. In conver... more

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Welcome to Voices of Mathematics, a podcast from the Mathematics Faculty at the University of Cambridge.

From number theory and geometry to cosmology and quantum physics, join us to explore topics across pure and applied mathematics, mathematical st... more

Welcome to Voices of Mathematics, a podcast from the Mathematics Faculty at the University of Cambridge.

From number theory and geometry to cosmology and quantum physics, join us to explore topics across pure and applied mathematics, mathematical st... more

Welcome to Voices of Mathematics, a podcast from the Mathematics Faculty at the University of Cambridge.

From number theory and geometry to cosmology and quantum physics, join us to explore topics across pure and applied mathematics, mathematical st... more

Welcome to Voices of Mathematics, the podcast from the Mathematics Faculty at the University of Cambridge.

From number theory and geometry to cosmology and quantum physics, join us to explore topics across pure and applied mathematics, mathematical ... more

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Dhruv Ranganathan
Professor of Algebraic Geometry and 2026 Whitehead Prize recipient
University of Cambridge
Episode: Dhruv Ranganathan: Algebraic Geometry
Carola-Bibiane Schönlieb
Professor of Applied Mathematics
University of Cambridge, Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics
Episode: Carola-Bibiane Schönlieb: Voices of Mathematics
Hannah Fry
Professor for Public Understanding of Mathematics at the University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge
Episode: Hannah Fry: Mathematics for All – the Leelavati Prize
Julian Sahasrabudhe
Professor of Mathematics in the Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics (DUPMS)
University of Cambridge
Episode: Voices of Mathematics: Julian Sahasrabudhe
Richard Samworth
Professor of Statistical Science and Director of the Statistical Laboratory
University of Cambridge
Episode: Statistics, Cambridge and the ICM: Richard Samworth
James Fergusson
Professor of Theoretical Cosmology
University of Cambridge
Episode: AI and data intensive science: James Fergusson
Ulrich Sperhake
Professor, Department of Applied Maths and Theoretical Physics
University of Cambridge
Episode: Black holes, dark stars and gravitational waves: Ulrich Sperhake and Seppe Staelens
Seppe Staelens
PhD student of Ulrich Sperhake
University of Cambridge
Episode: Black holes, dark stars and gravitational waves: Ulrich Sperhake and Seppe Staelens
Holly Krieger
Professor of Mathematics at the Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics, Corfield Fellow at Murray Edwards College, known for her appearances on Numberphile
University of Cambridge
Episode: Voices of Mathematics: Holly Krieger

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Marianne Freiberger
Host of Voices of Mathematics, involved in outreach and communications for the Cambridge Mathematics Faculty.
Rachel Thomas
Co-host and Editor for Voices of Mathematics, involved in outreach and communications.

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Dhruv Ranganathan: Algebraic Geometry
Q: So why is that useful? So now we have these two log versions. Does that help us to understand how these two theories differ or relate to each other?
Ranganathan explains that Gromov-Witten and Donaldson-Thomas theories produce different answers to related geometric counting questions, while the MNOP conjecture proposes that their information can be reorganized to recover one another. His work approaches this relationship through algebraic geometry, complementing John Pardon's approach through complex geometry.
Dhruv Ranganathan: Algebraic Geometry
Q: Can you give us an example that everyone would have heard of?
Ranganathan points to school-level conic sections, including parabolas, ellipses, circles and hyperbolas, whose equations describe their shapes.
Voices of Mathematics: Julian Sahasrabudhe
Q: What makes math engaging for you and your students?
The appeal lies in simple-to-state problems that invite deep, often surprising insights, which motivates persistent work and collaboration, as well as the opportunity to connect different areas of math.
AI and data intensive science: James Fergusson
Q: So you mentioned Denario. Is that an AI tool or system you've been involved in developing?
Denario is an end-to-end data-analysis system that can automate the entire workflow—from data ingestion to analysis, visualization, and even writing papers—serving as a powerful time-saving assistant for researchers.
AI and data intensive science: James Fergusson
Q: One thing I know you've been involved in is this new MPhil in Data Intensive Science. What are you hoping students take away from the program, and where might they take it?
Students gain a broad, vocational skill set—statistics, machine learning, software development, high-performance computing, and domain applications—preparing them to implement cutting-edge AI/tools in real-world data science across physics and beyond.

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A thoughtful interview series from Cambridge's Mathematics Faculty, focusing on how mathematical science intersects with real-world problems. Across episodes, listeners get accessible deep dives into AI in imaging, statistical methodology, public understanding of mathematics, cosmology and data-intensive science, as well as cutting-edge topics like gravitational waves and exotic compact objects. The format combines expert guests with hosts who are seasoned science communicators, emphasizing rigorous thinking, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the human side of mathematical work. The show often highlights how theory translates into practice, the role of outreach, and the evolving relationship between academia and industry. It likely appea... more

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