The ThinkND Podcast
The ThinkND Podcast
ThinkND - University of Notre Dame
Our Universe Revealed, Part 10: Behind the Folds: The Mathematics of Origami
57 minutes Posted Jun 14, 2026 at 7:00 am.
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Origami Basics and History
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Episode Topic: Behind the Folds: The Mathematics of Origami Origami combines art and science to transform a flat sheet of paper into a 3-dimensional sculpture. This presentation includes group demonstrations of different origami pieces and learning about some of the mathematical applications of origami. Kyle Schwieterman, teaching professor in department of mathematical sciences at Indiana University South Bend, reveals a different side of mathematics while making paper art. Featured Sp...