Mathematicians solve E8 structure (Update)

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This graphic describes a mathematical structure similar to but much smaller than E8. Image courtesy David Vogan MIT
This graphic describes a mathematical structure similar to but much smaller than E8. Image courtesy / David Vogan, MIT

A transatlantic team of number-crunchers announced they had built a theoretical structure in 248 dimensions, resolving a 120-year puzzle that could be used to test theories about the structure of the cosmos.


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