1.0K posts analyzed Updated Sep 2026
Averages 35 posts/day, top 5% activity. Most active Tuesdays around 10 AM UTC. Mostly text posts (59%).
r/mathematics Traffic & Engagement r/mathematics Traffic & Engagement
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r/mathematics Flair Performance r/mathematics Flair Performance
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| Flair | Posts | Upvotes |
|---|---|---|
| Discussion | 124 (31.6%) | 31 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 41 (10.5%) | 19 |
| Algebra | 40 (10.2%) | 7 |
| News | 25 (6.4%) | 109 |
| Calculus | 24 (6.1%) | 2 |
| Geometry | 18 (4.6%) | 12 |
| Number Theory | 18 (4.6%) | 16 |
| Topology | 12 (3.1%) | 10 |
| Logic | 12 (3.1%) | 7 |
| Applied Math | 11 (2.8%) | 1 |
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r/mathematics Trending Keywords Trending Keywords in r/mathematics
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| Keyword | Mentions ▼ | Upvotes | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| math | 169 (16.3%) | 9 | 10 |
| mathematics | 98 (9.5%) | 19 | 20 |
| problem | 49 (4.7%) | 63 | 61 |
| navier | 46 (4.4%) | 93 | 69 |
| proof | 44 (4.3%) | 32 | 26 |
| stokes | 44 (4.3%) | 95 | 70 |
| mathematical | 41 (4.0%) | 36 | 25 |
| openai | 32 (3.1%) | 51 | 24 |
| help | 31 (3.0%) | 2 | 3 |
| maths | 31 (3.0%) | 5 | 7 |
r/mathematics Mentioned Domains Mentioned Domains in r/mathematics
Most linked sites Most linked sites in this subreddit
| Domain | Links | Upvotes |
|---|---|---|
| youtu.be | 17 | 11 |
| youtube.com | 14 | 29 |
| zenodo.org | 10 | 29 |
| github.com | 10 | 64 |
| arxiv.org | 8 | 88 |
| openai.com | 7 | 272 |
| terrytao.wordpress.com | 4 | 21 |
| drive.google.com | 4 | 89 |
| scientificamerican.com | 3 | 24 |
| mathstodon.xyz | 3 | 160 |
r/mathematics Top Posts Top Performing Posts in r/mathematics
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On the Navier–Stokes Millennium Prize Problem
Terence Tao Sep. 8 blog comment on his views on AI sustainability and OpenAI experiences
How tf did John von Neumann manage to accomplish all of this in his lifetime?
Open letter from 25 Fields medalists: A Severe Misalignment of AI in Mathematics
636606729769440499166579950236036751749912014371509557713570027508971809534551913252252094954941974952859310861988904737359709200557919 is a factor of RSA-896
Blowups for smooth-forced Euler, Boussinesq, and IPM; Seems like there is a forced Navier–Stokes blowup proof. Crazy Drama.
OpenAI claims to „have made substantial progress on another Millennium Prize problem“ in the NYT
Terence Tao: "It may become necessary to declare certain classes of mathematical problems off-limits to automated solvers, in order to preserve their broader value to the mathematical ecosystem (for instance, through the training of future mathematicians). Admittedly this can be hard to enforce"
Update from Buckmaster: Sébastien's statement is wildly false
25 Fields Medalists: "The goals of the AI companies and the goals of the mathematical community are severely misaligned"
r/mathematics Audience Overlap r/mathematics Subreddit Overlap & Related Communities
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r/mathematics FAQ Frequently Asked Questions About r/mathematics
What's the best time to post on r/mathematics?
Based on posting volume, r/mathematics is most active on Tuesdays around 10 AM UTC. That window has the most community activity, but busier hours also mean more competition for attention.
How active is r/mathematics?
r/mathematics averages 35 posts per day and ranks in the top 5% for activity among tracked SFW subreddits.
How many upvotes do posts on r/mathematics get?
Posts on r/mathematics average about 19 upvotes this month (net score per post).
What kind of posts does r/mathematics get most?
On r/mathematics, most posts are text posts (59%)