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Oxford Mathematics London Public Lecture: Timothy Gowers - Productive generalization: one reason we will never run out of interesting mathematical questions

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The Secrets of Mathematics
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In our Oxford Mathematics London Public Lecture Tim Gowers uses the principle of generalization to show how mathematics progresses in its relentless pursuit of problems.
After the lecture in a fascinating Q&A with Hannah Fry, Tim discusses how he approaches problems, both mathematical and personal.

Oxford Mathematics Public Lectures are generously supported by XTX Markets.

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The Secrets of Mathematics
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Tim Gowers
Hannah Fry
Keywords
mathematics
Department: Mathematical Institute
Date Added: 27/11/2019
Duration: 01:28:31

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