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University of St. Andrews (UK)

University of St. Andrews: Helena Rasiowa

For Students 9th - 10th
Helena Rasiowa was a Polish mathematician who achieved great mathematical accomplishments despite the dangers she faced during the German invasion of Poland. Read more about her life and work in this biography.
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University of St. Andrews (UK)

University of St. Andrews: Contributions of Apollonius

For Students 9th - 10th
This site, provided by the University of St. Andrews in Scotland, describes the contributions of Apollonius of Perga.
Handout
New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Blaise Pascal

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent discussion of the life and work of this great scientist and mathematician. Describes his range of interests and notes his many contributions. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and...
Lesson Plan
Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Tiling With Spidrons

For Teachers 9th - 10th
If art and math are both passions of yours, this project is meant for you! Spidrons are geometric forms made from alternating sequences of equilateral and isosceles (30 degrees, 30 degrees, 120 degrees) triangles. Spidrons were...