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The Oxford Mathematics YouTube Channel features public lectures, student lectures, research films and more. All with the aim of explaining a subject that affects us all.

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The Parthenon myth
YouTubeSep 17, 2026
Geometry: Hyperbolic space - the upper half-space and Poincaré disk models. 2nd…
YouTubeSep 15, 2026
Jigsaw
YouTubeSep 14, 2026
AI does the math
YouTubeSep 11, 2026
Count me in: how mathematics explains music - Sarah Hart
YouTubeSep 9, 2026
Every day I write the book
YouTubeSep 9, 2026
Magic: The Gathering
YouTubeSep 7, 2026
The loneliness of the long-distance postgraduate
YouTubeSep 2, 2026
Geometry: Hyperbolic space - the hyperboloid model. Oxford Mathematics 2nd Year…
YouTubeSep 1, 2026
Perfect numbers
YouTubeAug 31, 2026
Once upon a time
YouTubeAug 26, 2026
It's just a phase
YouTubeAug 23, 2026
Dynamic
YouTubeAug 19, 2026
Dynamics, Lectures 15 & 16: Oxford Mathematics 1st Year Student Lecture
YouTubeAug 19, 2026
Riffing with Roger
YouTubeAug 16, 2026
Dynamics, Lectures 13 & 14: Oxford Mathematics 1st Year Student Lecture
YouTubeAug 12, 2026
Spaghetti alla Sam
YouTubeAug 11, 2026
Roger Penrose @95
YouTubeAug 8, 2026
Plutomatics
YouTubeAug 5, 2026
Dynamics, Lectures 11 & 12: Oxford Mathematics 1st Year Student Lecture
YouTubeAug 4, 2026
Pi and maths
YouTubeAug 2, 2026
Variations
YouTubeJul 29, 2026
3 Minute Thesis Competition 2026
YouTubeJul 28, 2026
Equations anyone?
YouTubeJul 26, 2026
Once upon a time
YouTubeJul 22, 2026
Dynamics, Lectures 9 & 10: Oxford Mathematics 1st Year Student Lecture
YouTubeJul 21, 2026
What's in a word?
YouTubeJul 19, 2026
The White Stripes
YouTubeJul 15, 2026
Meet me in the river
YouTubeJul 12, 2026
Don't try to be funny
YouTubeJul 8, 2026
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The Light Never Diminishes: Why Mathematicians Can’t (and Shouldn’t) Retire
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The Light Never Diminishes: Why Mathematicians Can’t (and Shouldn’t) Retire

From complex unit circles to advanced number theory, we explore the relentless curiosity of mathematicians, inspired by Roger Heath-Brown’s work on quartic vial sums.

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Beyond the Basics: Navigating the Vast World of Topological Surfaces
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Beyond the Basics: Navigating the Vast World of Topological Surfaces

Ready to move past prealgebra? We're looking at the incredible depth of topology and geometry, showing how your math journey continues long after the textbook ends.

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The Physics of the Perfect Paw: How Cats Master Angular Momentum
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The Physics of the Perfect Paw: How Cats Master Angular Momentum

Forget textbook diagrams. We're diving into the surprising, real-world physics of cat balance, using tails, flywheels, and the principles of angular momentum.

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When Math Meets the Real World: Understanding Numerical Solutions of PDEs
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When Math Meets the Real World: Understanding Numerical Solutions of PDEs

Dive deep into the world of Partial Differential Equations (PDEs) and how modern science uses numerical methods to model everything from airplane airflow to crack propagation.

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Beyond the Mirror: Seeing the True Image of Your Data
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Beyond the Mirror: Seeing the True Image of Your Data

The physics of reflection teaches us a vital lesson: what we see in a selfie is not reality. In the digital age, understanding this difference is the core of digital sovereignty.

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The Physics of the Glowing Gaze: Building Your Own Reflective Optics
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The Physics of the Glowing Gaze: Building Your Own Reflective Optics

From cat eyes to complex mirror arrays, we dive into the fascinating physics of reflection and how simple geometric principles can be used for everything from night vision to advanced signaling.

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4 min
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When Geometry Meets Genius: The Art of the Impossible Puzzle
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When Geometry Meets Genius: The Art of the Impossible Puzzle

Just as mastering perspective takes countless hours of practice, so too does solving a geometrically complex puzzle like Roger Penrose's incredible tetrahedral design.

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When Does Math Stop Being Abstract? Bridging Data Science and Day-to-Day Life
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When Does Math Stop Being Abstract? Bridging Data Science and Day-to-Day Life

Anna Seigal discusses how mathematicians build 'toolboxes' to understand complex global issues, reminding us that math is not just a subject, but a way of seeing the world.

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4 min
0 0 019 days ago
The Art of the Untangle: How Knots Shape Life and Line
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The Art of the Untangle: How Knots Shape Life and Line

From the complexity of a figure drawing to the structure of DNA, understanding knots reveals the universal principles of tangling and structure in art and life.

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3 min
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The Ultimate Product Isn't Your Service: It's the Doubt You Manufacture
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The Ultimate Product Isn't Your Service: It's the Doubt You Manufacture

History shows that the most valuable asset isn't your product or your LTV—it's your ability to control the narrative and withstand external doubt.

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3 min
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When Seeing Isn't Believing: Math and the Illusions of Perception
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When Seeing Isn't Believing: Math and the Illusions of Perception

Just because an image looks one way doesn't mean it is. Ian Stewart shows how our visual system creates ambiguity, offering a profound lesson in defining parameters—a skill essential for every mathematician.

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4 min
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When Stability Breaks: How Math Predicts Biological Patterns
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When Stability Breaks: How Math Predicts Biological Patterns

Dive into the fascinating world of Reaction-Diffusion models and learn how simple mathematical rules can predict complex patterns, from animal stripes to chemical formations.

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4 min
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The Math of the Meal: Why Your Kitchen is a Physics Lab
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The Math of the Meal: Why Your Kitchen is a Physics Lab

You don't need a lab coat or a microscope to find complex physics. We dive into the mathematical modeling of steaming vegetables.

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3 min
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When Assumptions Fail: Applying the Principles of Relativity to Your Dev Stack
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When Assumptions Fail: Applying the Principles of Relativity to Your Dev Stack

Just because something has worked for centuries doesn't mean it's immutable. We break down the concept of Special Relativity to rethink fundamental assumptions in physics, and how that applies to local AI and self-hosted infrastructure.

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4 min
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Beyond the Infinite Room: Finding the Manifold in Decentralized Tech
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Beyond the Infinite Room: Finding the Manifold in Decentralized Tech

Abstract math deals with infinities and singularities; decentralized tech deals with escaping centralized architectural limits. We're talking about building your own manifold.

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4 min
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Zooming Out: How Understanding Scale Changes Everything in Math
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Zooming Out: How Understanding Scale Changes Everything in Math

Just as the universe spans unimaginable scales, your mathematical journey is built brick by careful, personal brick. We explore the concept of scale and how every small concept matters.

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4 min
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It's Not Just Puzzles: Seeing the Grand Tapestry of Mathematics
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It's Not Just Puzzles: Seeing the Grand Tapestry of Mathematics

Mathematics is so much more than clever puzzles. We explore how fields like geometry, logic, and stochastics weave together to create a breathtaking tapestry of knowledge.

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4 min
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Beyond the Cloud: Modeling Sovereignty with Network Science
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Beyond the Cloud: Modeling Sovereignty with Network Science

Network theory isn't just for biologists; it's the blueprint for decentralized, self-hosted infrastructure. Learn how local nodes create complex, resilient systems.

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4 min
0 0 028 days ago
The Long Arc of Discovery: When Math Finally Clicks
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The Long Arc of Discovery: When Math Finally Clicks

If you feel like you should have fallen in love with math sooner, this story proves you aren't alone. It's about the journey, not the instantaneous genius.

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4 min
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When the Reaper Speaks: Finding the Math in the Darkness
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When the Reaper Speaks: Finding the Math in the Darkness

Whether modeling zombie outbreaks or planning the perfect candy route, mathematics is everywhere—and it's time to show your student how to see it.

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