News
Dr. Mu Zhu appointed first associate dean for AI Strategy
“I expect my main role will be to help build up our reputation in AI-related research for the Math Faculty,” Zhu says.
Zhiyang Cheng wins Mehta-Jenner Climate Change Mitigation Graduate Scholarship
The $10,000 scholarship was established by Adarsh Mehta (BMath ’98) and Jeffrey Jenner (BMath ’84) to support graduate students doing research at the intersection of mathematics and the environment.
Brian Ingalls part of interdisciplinary team tackling plastics pollution
“We’re stepping out of our silos to advance sustainability,” says Dr. Marc Aucoin, a professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering. “If we work together, we have a broader base to attack this issue.”
Ian Goldberg and colleagues receive 2025 Asiacrypt Test-of-Time Award
The Test-of-Time Award honours a paper presented 15 years earlier that has had a significant and lasting impact on the theory and practice of cryptography and information security.
Computer science professors receive CIFAR grants for AI safety
Three Waterloo computer science professors are at the forefront of two new research initiatives that are developing cutting-edge, inclusive, and trustworthy AI systems.
Chris Bauch is using social media to predict disease outbreaks
Vaccination rates are falling in many communities due to widespread misinformation and previously eliminated or controlled illnesses like measles are surging across the United States and Canada.
Upcoming Events
Queer Film Series: How to Survive a Plague (2012)
Join the Faculty of Mathematics for an evening of film and conversation exploring 2SLGBTQIA+ themes. In December, we will be screening How to Survive a Plague. All are welcome!
Dean's Drop-in
A casual drop-in meet and greet with Jochen. These drop-ins are intended to create community and connection with the dean and among colleagues.
Key Clues Challenge
Put your code cracking skills to the test with Key Clues! This Faculty-wide puzzle-solving competition is organized and run by volunteers from the Faculty of Mathematics.