Factoring Integers with QCs — In 1994, American mathematician and computer scientist Peter Shor developed a groundbreaking quantum computer algorithm for factoring integers while working at AT&T Bell Laboratories. Shor’s algorithm drew inspiration from an earlier algorithm by Daniel Simon, which showcased the exponential speed advantage of quantum computers. Shor recognized that this advantage was…

Rediscovering the roots in mathematical marvels of ancient India — During the Vedic period (1500–500 BCE), ancient Indian scholars made significant strides in arithmetic and geometry. They developed a profound understanding of numbers and established the foundation of the decimal system. This numeral system, based on ten symbols (1 to 9 and 0), introduced the concept of place value, which…

What happened to Einstein’s brain after his death? — The study of Einstein’s brain is a fascinating topic that continues to generate interest from both scientists and the public. While it’s true that some studies have suggested that Einstein’s brain had a higher-than-average number of glial cells, which could potentially be linked to his genius-level intellect, it’s important to…

The phenomenal lecture series by the greatest science explainer in history — I’ve written multiple pieces about Richard Feynman and his phenomenal lectures and books. Especially for the students of physics like myself, Feynman’s lectures have played a huge role in undergrad physics courses as great reference material. The Feynman lectures were made completely free online back in 2014 at Caltech’s official…

The story of one of the most long-standing unsolved problems in mathematics — I have always been fascinated by the extent of human imagination, especially in the domain of mathematics. It's like we've been on this grand, often bewildering scavenger hunt to figure out the secrets of the universe. And what's increasingly clear is that the universe, in all its cheeky complexity, prefers…

Physicists whose contributions to the development of modern quantum theory are often overlooked — We’re not going to talk about Bohr, Heisenberg, Einstein, or Planck. This article tributes those brilliant scientists who are often overlooked, or at least, whose contributions to the modern quantum mechanics are often overlooked, especially in the domain of science communication and media. Quantum physics is the science of the…

Explaining three best ways to visualize multiple dimensions — We live in a three-dimensional world, where we can move and see in three directions: up and down, left and right, and forward and backward. These are called the spatial dimensions, and they define the shape and size of everything we see. But what if there are more dimensions than…

It’s been over four years since I started writing on Medium, covering topics ranging from number theory to quantum mechanics. Talking science with people has always been a passion of mine, and I’ve been doing it for the past 10 years. Now, it’s time for me to share a little…

A brief history and etymology of trigonometric functions from ancient to modern times — Trigonometry is a rich and fascinating branch of mathematics that has a long and diverse history. It has been influenced by many cultures and civilizations, and has contributed to many fields of knowledge and human endeavor. Trigonometric functions are mathematical functions that relate the angles and sides of right triangles…