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
Ana Crisan receives $250k to develop collaborative AI model for cancer research
Princess Margaret Cancer Centre has awarded resources equivalent to $250,000 to Professor Ana Crisan through its Cancer Digital Intelligence team, supporting her research under the 2025–26 Grand Challenge: From AI Algorithm to Implementation.
In Memoriam: Dr. Ron Mullin (1936-2026)
Dr. Ronald Mullin, the first graduate of the University of Waterloo and a pioneering member of the Faculty of Mathematics, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6th, 2026, in Cambridge, Ontario. He was 89.
Three students receive Graduate Research Excellence Awards
Congratulations to Pulkit Sinha, Ruikun Zhou, and Xiao Zhong, who have all received Graduate Research Excellence Awards.