A powerhouse of discovery and innovation
As North America's only dedicated Faculty of Math, we are nationally and internationally recognized as one of the top schools for Mathematics and Computer Science.
With nearly $30 million in research funding (2019/20) and an alumni network of over 45,000 across more than 100 countries, our students, faculty, and graduates continue to push the boundaries of research to discover new ways to harness the power of mathematics, computer science, and statistics.
News
- Jan. 31, 2023New mathematical model shows how the body regulates potassium
Having levels of potassium that are too high or too low can be fatal. A new mathematical model sheds light on the often mysterious ways the body regulates this important electrolyte.
Potassium, a common mineral abundant in food like bananas and leafy greens, is essential to normal cellular function. It helps the cardiac muscle work correctly and aids in the transmission of electrical signals within cells.
- Jan. 30, 2023Cheriton School of Computer Science data systems researchers receive 2022 ACM SIGMOD Research Highlight Award
Cheriton students Jeremy Chen, Yuqing Huang and Mushi Wang and Professors Semih Salihoğlu and Ken Salem have received a 2022 ACM SIGMOD Research Highlight Award for their paper “Accurate summary-based cardinality estimation through the lens of cardinality estimation graphs.”
- Jan. 27, 2023Self-driving car team achieves personal best in Vegas
Students at the University of Waterloo continue to push the limits of autonomous vehicles as members of a multi-school racing team.
Events
- Feb. 13, 2023Ask-me-Anything with Robert Madej
The Math Innovation Office is proud to host the Entrepreneurship and Impact Series which aims to bring experienced, successful entrepreneurs to UWaterloo to share their stories and inspire students. This series will feature an impressive lineup of speakers who have used their backgrounds in mathematics and computer science to create startups, build innovative products, and forge their own paths to success.
Join us on February 13, 2023, in DC 1302 at 4:30 p.m. for this exclusive 'Ask Me Anything' event featuring Robert Madej, Founder and CEO of PureFacts Financial Solutions. The AMA will be followed immediately by a social reception with refreshments in DC 1301 (Fishbowl). Register to attend
- Feb. 14, 2023Declare Your Major Information Sessions
The Math Undergraduate Office (MUO) is here to support you in determining what major is right for you and what process you need to follow to declare your major.
Join us on February 14 and 15, 2023 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. in M3 1006 & Atrium for our Declare Your Major Information Session! This session will provide students with the opportunity to meet advisors and ask questions about the majors they are considering.
- Feb. 15, 2023Declare Your Major Information Sessions
The Math Undergraduate Office (MUO) is here to support you in determining what major is right for you and what process you need to follow to declare your major.
Join us on February 14 and 15, 2023 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. in M3 1006 & Atrium for our Declare Your Major Information Session! This session will provide students with the opportunity to meet advisors and ask questions about the majors they are considering.
