American Mathematical Society

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Codes and Curves
Judy Walker
Winner or the 2016 AWM Louise Hay Award for Contributions to Mathematics Education
This book introduces the reader to the exciting field of algebraic geometric coding theory.

Toric Varieties
David Cox
Winner of the 2016 AMS Steele Prize for Mathematical Exposition
Useful reference for graduate students and researchers interested in algebraic geometry, polyhedral geometry, and toric varieties

A Comprehensive Course in Analysis
Barry Simon
Winner of the 2016 AMS Steele Prize for Lifetime Achievement
This set by Poincaré Prize winner Barry Simon consists of five volumes that can serve as a graduate-level analysis textbook with a lot of additional problems, notes, and historical background.

*Notices of the AMS**--JANUARY*

Our 2016 issues feature an Exciting New Design, a Fresh Web Interface and Online Commentary!

Remembering Bill Thurston, Pt II JMM Sampler: Speakers Preview Their Talks Grad Student Section: Ian Agol Interview

Bulletin of the AMS

String theory and math: Why this marriage may last. Mathematics and dualities of quantum physics
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String theory and math: Why this marriage may last. Mathematics and dualities of quantum physics
String theory is changing the relationship between mathematics and physics. The central role is played by the phenomenon of duality, which is intrinsic to quantum physics and abundant in string theory.

Browse the archive 1891 - 2016.

The Scholarly Kitchen

How does mission play a role in not-for-profit publishing?
AMS Associate Executive Director Robert Harington writes about the importance of mission in not-for-profit academic publishing. Read more at the Scholarly Kitchen.