there is less money in mathematics than in the sciences, unless you're the NSA or similar ;) that said, i have a history as a math and physics geek and am disa

there is less money in mathematics than in the sciences, unless you're the NSA or similar ;) that said, i have a history as a math and physics geek and am disappointed to see a more limited patronage of mathematics compared to the sciences. mathematics would not have advanced the same way it did without substantial patronage from the european ruling class.