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The Hidden Math of Ocean Waves

A team of Italian mathematicians has made major advances toward understanding the math of ocean waves.

Situated on a hill above the ancient port city of Trieste, Italy, an office at the International School for Advanced Studies overlooks a broad bay at the northern tip of the Adriatic Sea.

“It’s very inspiring,” the mathematician said. “For sure the most beautiful view I’ve ever had.”

Trieste is known as la città della bora, after its famed “bora” wind, which blows erratically and drives the waves into reverse.

Author's summary: Italian mathematicians advance ocean wave math.

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