The Magic of Numbers in Mathematics

What is the secret behind prime numbers?

Enter the mysterious universe of prime numbers, superheroes of mathematics! At first glance, they seem very simple and inconspicuous. So who would have thought that they are THE building blocks for every number? Join us on a magical journey of discovery to unravel the mystery of prime numbers.


Note: You can also read this article in German and Arabic!

 

  • Sieben einzelne bunte Bausteine, die zu einem Turm aufgestapelt sind

    The secret behind prime numbers

    Mathematician Sumaia Saad Eddin takes you on a journey of discovery into the magical world of numbers to get to the bottom of prime numbers. Are you ready for a few quiz questions?

  • Ein, Zwei oder Drei? - Illustration Bub zeigt mit Hand die Zahl 2 und zwinkert dabei

    One, Two or Three

    Which answer is the right one?

  • Steckbrief: Wissenschafter*in

    Name:
    Sumaia Saad Eddin (englisch)
    Studium/Ausbildung:
    Ph.D. in Mathematics
    Institution:
    Johann Radon Institute for Computational and Applied Mathematics
    Forschungsgebiet:
    Number Theory
    Hobbies & Interests:
    I enjoy dancing, singing, biking, cooking, and playing with my three children.
    Further information:
    My favourite place is my office at the RICAM Institute, where I can think deeply, concentrate, and discuss ideas with my colleagues.
    I would also like to tell you:
    Mathematics is the key that unlocks the secrets of the universe and enables us to understand the world around us in the most fascinating way!
    Sumaia Saad Eddin