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Getting Started
Professor Integer was one of the world’s most famous mathematicians, who made discoveries that changed the world forever: from algorithms for computers and internet to statistical calculations and quantum mechanical predictions.
When he died, he had no relatives or close friends but a very large fortune. He believed that only the best mathematicians deserved to find his treasure and created a trail of puzzles and problems.
Many of his diary pages, notes and letters are archived at the University of Cantortown, and they all include clues and hints regarding the location of the treasure.
You are now ready to receive the first clue and a copy of the last letter written by Professor Integer.
When he died, he had no relatives or close friends but a very large fortune. He believed that only the best mathematicians deserved to find his treasure and created a trail of puzzles and problems.
Many of his diary pages, notes and letters are archived at the University of Cantortown, and they all include clues and hints regarding the location of the treasure.
You are now ready to receive the first clue and a copy of the last letter written by Professor Integer.
The First Clue:
Professor Integer's Problems
Hints:
Can You Find The Solution?
Click here to check your solution for each problem.
Use an alphanumeric cypher as shown below to find the letter for each solution. Unscramble the letters to reveal the location of the treasure. Look to the hint link above if you are stuck.
Use an alphanumeric cypher as shown below to find the letter for each solution. Unscramble the letters to reveal the location of the treasure. Look to the hint link above if you are stuck.