Mathematics
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New faculty Q&A: Talia Fernós discusses what mathematics teaches us about life
Meet new Visiting Professor of Mathematics Talia Fernós and learn about her research on group theory, her teaching style, and what excites her most about teaching students. Q: What is your area of research? A: My research is, broadly speaking, in math, and specifically in group theory,… Read MoreSep. 12, 2024
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Department of Mathematics announces fall dates for free community program bringing math instruction for local middle and high school students
The Nashville Math Circle is back for fall 2024, and registration is now open. The program provides Nashville-area students in grades 7–12 the opportunity to learn creative math problem-solving skills in a friendly, fun environment from leading Vanderbilt faculty. Students will build their math… Read MoreAug. 29, 2024
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How One Mathematical Theory Could Unlock Consciousness | inter+SECTIONS (Student Research Series)
Undergraduate students at A&S have unique opportunities to conduct a wide range of research, discovery, and scholarship during their time on campus. As an undergraduate researcher, Pax Poggi BA’25 studies the intersection of mathematics and consciousness. Hear about his work with the integrated information theory of consciousness,… Read MoreApr. 28, 2023
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Faculty Use Universal Language of Math to Tackle Some of COVID-19’s Biggest Challenges
As public health officials tackle the COVID-19 pandemic, they face an overwhelming number of factors that affect the virus’s spread. Population density, economic challenges, adherence to social distancing measures—they all play a part in determining the rise or fall of infection rates. And the results of efforts to “flatten the… Read MoreJul. 23, 2020