The article discusses the Poincare conjecture, a famous unsolved problem in topology, and the obsession it creates among mathematicians. It details the history of attempts to prove the conjecture, including the recent failed attempt by Colin Rourke. The article explores the nature of the conjecture, its significance, and the challenges it presents. It also highlights the contributions of notable mathematicians like Henri Poincare, Mike Freedman, and Bill Thurston.
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