The sum of knowledge
Something as simple as inventing zero made maths much more enjoyable. Find out more with our expert views:
Starting to count
Mathematicians could claim theirs really is the oldest profession, suggests Dr Barrow-Green in her survey ancient maths.
The full 360
Perhaps best known for their use of base-60, rediscovered tablets have allowed historians to discover a lot about Babylonian numerals.
Depth on the Nile
Building pyramids and preserving bodies weren't the only marks of their civilisation. There was a unique Egyptian system of counting.
Prime and reason
There's an infinite number of them, they keep you safe and could earn you a fortune. Sample a prime primer.
Mathemagical
It can make Brad Pitt's buttocks wiggle and explain the death of fish. Meet mathematics, queen of the sciences.
Across and along
Today we can use GPS tracking to tell us exactly where we are, but how did navigators of the past determine their latitude and longitude?
Adding to my knowledge
Find out about a journey of mathematical discovery for presenter Marcus du Sautoy.
Content last updated: 22/02/2006
