Fundamentals (Quanta Magazine)
by Quanta Magazine Team
Deep-dives into the most fundamental questions. Quanta's Fundamentals newsletter provides weekly explainers on physics, mathematics, biology, and computer science breakthroughs.
About Fundamentals (Quanta Magazine)
Fundamentals is designed for those who want to understand the 'how' and 'why' of the universe. It avoids the hype of typical science news to focus on the truly fundamental breakthroughs in pure math and theoretical physics, explained with surgical clarity.
What Makes This Newsletter Unique
Total accessibility. Despite the high-level subjects, Quanta is completely free, ad-free, and provides some of the best science illustrations in the world.
Who Should Subscribe?
Intellectually curious individuals who want to stay informed about the frontier of human knowledge in the natural sciences.
Content Format
A weekly staff-written explainer on a single major topic or breakthrough.
Pricing & Subscription Options
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Our Take: Pros & Cons
Pros
- Exceptional clarity on very difficult topics
- Stunning visual design and illustrations
- Completely free and non-commercial
Cons
- Can be intellectually demanding
- Specific to pure science/math; no 'productivity' or 'lifestyle' tips
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it different from Quanta's weekly digest?
Yes, 'Fundamentals' is a specific explainer email, whereas the digest is a list of all content published that week.
How often is Fundamentals (Quanta Magazine) published?
Fundamentals (Quanta Magazine) is published weekly.
Who writes Fundamentals (Quanta Magazine)?
Fundamentals (Quanta Magazine) is written by Quanta Magazine Team. Quanta Magazine is an editorially independent publication launched by the Simons Foundation to enhance public understanding of science.
About the Author: Quanta Magazine Team
Quanta Magazine Team
Quanta Magazine is an editorially independent publication launched by the Simons Foundation to enhance public understanding of science. Its staff writers are world-class science journalists.
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