We are focused on innovation. Our professors, students, and departments explore a broad range of areas and ideas in math and computer science from foundational theory to applied research and commercial solutions. Waterloo is home to one of the world's largest centres of mathematicians and computer scientists, with the breadth and depth of knowledge, experience, and expertise to excel in both academic pursuits and applying these skills to real-world problems.
In the Faculty of Mathematics, our faculty members are supported by the Associate Dean, Research and the Associate Dean, Innovation and Entrepreneurship who facilitate opportunities for our experts to advance their research and career. By supporting research activities in numerous flagship programs, facilitating interdisciplinary connections and building strategic partnerships with industry, we aim to encourage innovative ideas and leverage academic opportunities that foster transformative solutions. Our faculty are driving breakthrough innovations that address global challenges by conducting world-class research in diverse fields and mobilizing knowledge to create meaningful change.
Contact:
Associate Dean, Research, Sue Ann Campbell
Associate Dean, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Charles Clarke
Our Offices
The Math Research Office (MRO) builds and broadens our relationships with funding agencies, government agencies and facilitates award nominations.
The Math Innovation Office (MIO) helps develop connections for world-class researchers, foster collaborative research and advance innovation.
News
"Waddleloo" app helps students track geese on campus
Users can upload a photo of a goose, and an AI model will detect and count the birds in the frame.
Matthew Scott receives Human Frontier Science Program grant for mitochondria research
Congratulations to Dr. Matthew Scott, associate professor of Applied Mathematics and co-director of the Mathematical Biology Laboratory, on his co-receipt of a substantial grant ($1,350,000 US) from the Human Frontier Science Program.
CIBC funding supports PhD sponsorship for AI research
Professor Pascal Poupart has received a $50,000 grant from CIBC to support artificial intelligence research through PhD-level training.