mathematicians

A gripping story of mathematics, computers, cryptography, and homosexual persecution. Hodges tells how Turing's revolutionary idea of 1936-- the concept of a universal machine-- laid the foundation for the modern computer. Turing brought the idea to practical realization in 1945 with his electronic design. This work was directly related to Turing's leading role in breaking the German Enigma ciphers during World War II, a scientific triumph that was critical to Allied victory in the Atlantic. Despite his wartime service, Turing was eventually arrested, stripped of his security clearance, and forced to undergo a humiliating treatment program-- all for trying to live honestly in a society that defined homosexuality as a crime.

Presents a biographical A to Z collection of one hundred fifty math specialists that focuses on their work, achievements, and contributions to the field and includes background and educational information on Rene Descartes, Emily Noether, Charles Pierce, and others.

Chronicles the life of Norbert Wiener, focusing on how his work defined the modern science of communication and control and discussing how his work still influences and shapes modern life.

Chronicles the life and works of sixteenth-century German mathematician Georg Joachim Rheticus, who studied with Copernicus in the last years of that great man's life and encouraged him to publish his findings on the sun as the center of the universe.

"Students interested in math are often adept problem-solvers with essential critical thinking skills that can complement countless other fields of study and that are useful in a wide range of careers. Readers will learn how a background in math can be channeled into real-world opportunities in high interest areas such as architecture, physics, astronomy, engineering, financial analysis, economics, and even sports analysis. This volume also guides math students through the process of finding and applying for jobs and describes the numerous possibilities for continued personal and professional development in the careers available to them" -- Provided by publisher.

Most people have heard of the Mobius band. But the work and influence of August Mobius are more far-reaching than a topological toy. For some fifty years of the nineteenth century, August Mobius taught astronomy and researched in mathematics at Leipzig University. During those years, which saw the German nation move towards unification, German mathematics developed into the most powerful and influential in the world and German astronomers became the world leaders. How did this come about? In this fascinating, richly illustrated, and accessible book, leading scholars assess the contribution of Mobius and others of his time to the practice of mathematics and astronomy today. Mobius and his band has been written for all those interested in the historical development of ideas and their legacy, and thus both the general reader and specialists in particular fields will find much of interest.

Portrays the life and work of innovator and theorist Alan Turing, father of the modern computer.

A history of mathematics from the ancient world to the twentieth century.