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
Using gait gestures in augmented reality
This concept is the focus of new research which explores using gait gestures – intentional variations in how you walk – as controls for augmented reality (AR) devices.
Exchange students study math at home and abroad
For every Waterloo student who spends a term at a foreign institution, a student from that institution spends the same term here.
Using engineered bacteria to remove microplastics
Researchers from the University of Waterloo added DNA to several species of bacteria found in wastewater, allowing them to biodegrade polyethylene terephthalate (PET), a common plastic found in carpet, clothing and containers for food and beverages.
Events
Queer Film Series Screening: Love, Simon
Join us for a screening of "Love, Simon" as part of our Queer Film Series.
Key Clues Kick-off
The University-wide puzzle-solving competition is back for winter 2025, bringing "Alfred Hitchcock vibes”. Attend the kick-off event which will include the early release of two puzzles!
NVIDIA Lecture: Tools for safety and security in Large Language Models
Christopher Parisien, Waterloo graduate (BMath '06), a PhD in Computational Linguistics from the University of Toronto and Senior Manager of Applied Research at NVIDIA, will deliver the NVIDIA Lecture. The lecture will introduce NeMo Guardrails' key functionalities, emphasizing responsible AI development. Students interested in AI, Machine Learning, and Foundation Models can gain insights into creating reliable AI solutions.