Category: Mathematics
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Olivia Pomerenk, New York University – Hula Hoop Levitation
On New York University Week: How does a hula hoop work? Olivia Pomerenk, Ph. D candidate in mathematics, looks at the science. Olivia Pomerenk is a fifth-year graduate student at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences at NYU, working towards a Ph.D. in mathematics after receiving a bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics from Caltech. Olivia…
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Laird Kramer, Florida International University – Creating a Calculus Course Where All Students Succeed
On Florida International University Week: Many students can struggle while taking a calculus course. Laird Kramer, founding director of the STEM Transformation Institute professor of physics at Florida International University, attempts to find a way to change things. Laird Kramer’s work focuses on facilitating institutional change in STEM instruction through implementation of, and research on,…
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Phong Le, Goucher College – The Impact of the Pandemic on Traffic
The pandemic eased traffic, but for how long? Phong Le, associate professor of data, mathematical, and computational sciences at Goucher College, details an ongoing debate about how to calm traffic in cities. Phong Le is an Associate Professor in the Center for Data, Mathematical and Computational Sciences at Goucher College. He also attended Goucher as…
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David Abrahamson, Rhode Island College – Mathematical Modeling
On Rhode Island College Week: Mathematical models help with predicating the future. David Abrahamson, professor of mathematical sciences, discusses this exciting part of mathematical study. Dave grew up in suburban Los Angeles and was a mathematics major at Harvey Mudd College. He came to Brown University to earn a doctorate in differential equations in their…
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Viveka Brown, Spelman College – Black Girls and Women in Mathematics
On Spelman College Week: Black women majoring in math can feel very isolated. Viveka Brown, associate professor in the department of mathematics, explores why. Viveka Borum Brown, Ph.D. has been teaching and tutoring mathematics since 2000. Her primary research focus looks at various equity issues in mathematics. In particular, she explores issues pertaining to Black…
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Oksana Bihun, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs – Solvable Dynamical Systems
On University of Colorado, Colorado Springs Week: Are all math problems solvable? Oksana Bihun, associate professor in the department of mathematics, looks into outer space for one answer. Dr. Oksana Bihun is a mathematician, writer, and musician. She received a Ph.D. in math from the University of Missouri, Columbia, in 2009. Since then, Dr. Bihun…
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Paul Dosal, University of Southern Florida – The Power of Predictive Analytics on Campus
Some students need more support than others to get their education. Paul Dosal, professor of Latin American history at the University of South Florida, describes how to identity these students early on. Paul Dosal is the Vice President for Student Success at the University of South Florida. In that position, he is responsible for coordinating…
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Chris Spicer, Morningside College – 73
Everyone has a favorite number. Chris Spicer, associate professor of mathematics at Morningside College, explains why you might need to change your pick. Chris Spicer is an associate professor of Mathematics and is currently serving as interim Vice President for Academic Affairs at Morningside College. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Mount Mercy College in…
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Della Dumbaugh, University of Richmond – Political Conflict and American Mathematics
On University of Richmond Week: Mathematics is influenced by political events. Della Dumbaugh, professor of mathematics, has more. Della Dumbaugh, who has served on the faculty at UR for 25 years, specializes in the history of mathematics and recently led the creation of AmericanMathematics.org, the first website dedicated to American mathematics. She teaches across the…
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Peter Fox, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – Data Set Analysis
On Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Week: Are the secrets to solving our problems hiding in plain sight? Peter Fox, professor and tetherless world constellation chair, details how it’s all in the data. Peter Fox is a Tetherless World Constellation Chair and Professor of Earth and Environmental Science, Computer Science and Cognitive Science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.…