Mathematics and art examined in recent Portuguese and Brazilian publications

A recent essay by Daniel Perato Furucuto reflects on the pervasive role of mathematics throughout human life, from prenatal calculations to adulthood milestones, emphasizing its function as a universal language for understanding growth and decision‑making.

In Brazil, a digital‑repository study analyzes the geometric concepts in the works of artist Maurits Cornelis Escher (1898‑1972). Using GeoGebra, the research reconstructs Escher’s transformations—translations, rotations, reflections, and tessellations—to illustrate their educational potential for teaching geometry and enhancing spatial reasoning.

Both pieces highlight the intersection of mathematics with everyday experience and visual art, underscoring how mathematical ideas can enrich learning and cultural appreciation.