2022 in Review
After two years of disruption, 2022 was a year of return, reconnection, and new beginnings in the Faculty of Mathematics.
Here are some of the most inspiring Faculty of Mathematics stories from 2022.
Research
Our researchers pushed boundaries and fueled innovation in areas such as machine learning, biostatistics, cybersecurity and quantum computing while exploring and expanding the foundational beauty that is at the heart of mathematics.
Artificial Intelligence with human understanding
To deliver on promised benefits, AI must be built to co-operate
Privacy and cybersecurity can foster 21st Century democracy
Canada Research Chair Ian Goldberg sees privacy as a precondition for freedom, dignity and autonomy
Computer model shows the best ways to slow the spread of COVID-19
Researchers simulate the transmission of variants and effects of health measures
Mathematical beauty at the limits of the possible
Governor General’s Gold Medal winner Patrick Naylor brings the awe and wonder of math to the next generation of students
Creating the statistical tools to solve the big problems
Faculty of Mathematics Doctoral Prize winner Meng Yuan refines statistical models for real-world application
A role model for math — and life
Anita Layton is building math models to get lifesaving treatments to people faster
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The Faculty continued to make strides toward its goals of greater equity, diversity and inclusion. Here are a few stories that reflect our commitment.
Truth Values performance brings humour and insights into STEM gender inequality
Performance at Waterloo’s Theatre of the Arts included discussion panel with faculty, students and staff
Waterloo celebrates Women in Mathematics Day
PhD candidate who uses math models to better understand seizures says the most challenging part of pursuing mathematics is the lack of other women in the discipline
Celebrating the contributions of Black mathematicians
Mathematics has historically been a multicultural project.
Alumni
Our entrepreneurial alumni inspired us with their stories of creativity, courage, and commitment.
Representing your authentic self in digital spaces
Waterloo alum who co-founded Bitmoji hopes personalizing your avatar will bring you closer to the people you communicate with online
AI platform prepares students for the future of work
1Mentor partners with higher education institutions to navigate a rapidly changing job market
PODCAST: Supporting today's parents
Swati Matta (BCS '10) started Koble to provide new and expectant parents with credible information and support.
A cluster of cybersecurity companies grows from talent emerging at the university of waterloo
This is how you make a dent in the universe
Janelle Resch changed career plans and launched a biotech company with her husband Eric Ocelewski after he was diagnosed with cancer.
Giving
In 2022, the generosity of our donors made possible exciting new programs and scholarships, fostered diversity and encouraged entrepreneurship.
New Barji and Gulab Scholarship for Women in Computer Science Launches in 2022
Later.com co-founder Ian Mackinnon helps launch the Entrepreneurship Fund
MacKinnon (BMath ’06, MMath ’08) gave to the Fund with the aim of strengthening the culture of entrepreneurship in the Faculty of Mathematics
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