Mapmatics: A Mathematician's Guide to Navigating the World with Maps with Dr. Paulina Rowinska
In this episode, Autumn chats with Dr. Paula Rowinska and discuss her journey from a PhD in mathematics to writing about math and cartography. They explore the intersection of these fields, addressing common misconceptions about map-making, the historical context of map projections, and the implications of mathematical concepts like the coastline paradox and gerrymandering. The discussion also highlights the contributions of underrepresented women in mathematics and emphasizes the importance of understanding math in everyday life.
About the Guest
Dr. Paulina Rowinska
Make it stand out
Paulina Rowińska is a math communicator with a PhD in mathematics. Her 2017 TEDx talk “Let’s Have a Maths Party!” explained that mathematics is all around us. The recipient of the Imperial College President’s Award for Excellence in Societal Engagement, she creates interactive content for the educational website brilliant.org. She is the author of Mapmatics: A Mathematician's Guide to Navigating the World
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