Episode 7: From Headbutting Gnomes to Infinity Categories, with Edith Hübner

Update: 2024-12-11

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In this episode of On A Tangent, Simone is joined by Edith Hübner, a doctoral researcher in topology. We learn about her journey from physics to mathematics, what headbutting gnomes can teach young children, and the mysteries of infinity categories.

Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
Graphics by Melina Aggelidakis

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Episode 7: From Headbutting Gnomes to Infinity Categories, with Edith Hübner

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Episode 7: From Headbutting Gnomes to Infinity Categories, with Edith Hübner

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Episode 7: From Headbutting Gnomes to Infinity Categories, with Edith Hübner