Stories for 'Calculus'



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    Ganymedeus Sapiens - Modern Scientific Dilemma
    Kenneth Deardorff

    Mathematics plays a significant role in the study of Ganymedeus sapiens, particularly through the work of the mathematician Dr. Rudyard Bjergstein. He utilizes differential calculus to analyze the skiagrams of Ganymedeus aiding researchers in understanding their complex forms and behaviors thus illustrating how mathematical concepts can provide insights into biological and ecological phenomena.
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    What Rough Beast
    Jefferson Righe

    This story revolves around a young boy Bobby whose intellectual pursuits and understanding of more complex ideas, including the themes of alien intelligence and the supernatural is because of his mastery in advanced mathematical concepts such as differential calculus, integral calculus, topology, and even Maddows Theory of Transfinite Domains.
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    Gentlemen Please Note
    Garrett Randall

    The novella features a fictional correspondence revolving around the historical figure Isaac Newton, exploring his theoretical works and interactions in a setting filled with mathematical and scientific inquiries. The narrative captures the tension between Newton's groundbreaking ideas on calculus and physics and the skepticism of his contemporaries, emphasizing the challenges of historical research and the influence of modern scientific principles. The plot suggests that Newton's letters to military officials reveal insights into his work on ballistics and artillery. It highlights the struggle of balancing genius with the skepticism of peers and the establishment within the field of mathematics and science.
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    Final Exam
    Robert Dawson

    A short story about the musings of a calculus professor as he sets a final exam for his class.