5 Incredible Times Maths Saved the World
Mathematics isn’t just numbers – it’s a powerful tool that can be mastered to affect great change. Here are a few examples of how it has showed up throughout history to both enhance and save lives.
The Enigma Code Breakers
Alan Turing and a group of British mathematicians used advanced mathematics to crack the Enigma code used by the Nazis during World War II. Their amazing work laid the foundation for modern computing.
Epidemiology and Disease Control
Mathematicians create models that predict how diseases spread and help public health officials make informed decisions. This application of maths played a crucial role in managing the COVID-19 pandemic, showing its life-saving potential.
Weather Forecasting and Disaster Prevention
Mathematical models also help meteorologists predict severe weather events. This means whole communities can prepare for hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods – which are now increasingly commonplace.
Financial Risk Management
The 2008 global financial crisis highlighted the importance of mathematical models in risk management. Using statistics and probability theory, financial risks can be assessed and mitigated.
GPS and Navigation
By using signals from satellites and precisely calculating distances and positions, GPS has transformed how we navigate the world – from exploring a new city to finding our way in the wilderness.
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