Mathematica

Some of the pioneering work in the 1970s on artificial intelligence yielded what we now recognize today as computer algebra systems. Though they are no longer associated with this realm of AI science, computer algebra systems are much used by research mathematicians, scientists, and engineers in creating the everyday vocabulary for research and discovery. In short, a computer algebra system, or CAS, is essentially a type of software that lets users work in symbolic mathematics.Users are able to use a CAS to manipulate mathematical expressions including polynomials in multiple variables, as well as derivatives, integrals, sums, and products of expressions, among many other expressions. One of the most popular CAS programs currently in use is Mathematica from Wolfram Research. It also serves as a programming language, giving users a powerful new tool.Mathematica is perhaps aptly named since Sir Isaac Newton's seminal work was titled Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica. In it, he revealed his extensive work in physics including the laws of motion and the law of universal gravitation, all based in part on his own invention of 'the calculus.' The modern-day Mathematica program itself works on a variety of platforms and is even made in a student version. Researchers as well as students can find both brand-new and used versions of Mathematica available at auction. It's possible to bid on the PC or Mac versions of the program and many copies are unopened. Expand your work and your knowledge of computer algeba systems with the help of Mathematica.