How to Encourage Student Participation in Math Competitions
How can we get more students excited about participating in a math competition? Here are…
Game Theory: The Mathematics of Strategy and Decision-Making
Game theory is a powerful tool for modeling strategic interactions between rational decis…
Dancing Drones and the Mathematics That Make Them Work
Drone light shows can be truly magical. And you need mathematics to make it happen!
Math in Pictures: It’s Just One Little Knot
A math modeling question is born from an everyday situation: How does the amount of sag i…
Exploring Forensic Science and Fingerprint Analysis with Mathematics
Have you ever wondered how mathematics can help solve crimes? Biology meets mathematics i…
Highlights from COMAP's 2024 MCM and ICM
COMAP’s 2024 Mathematical Contest in Modeling (MCM) and Interdisciplinary Contest in Mode…
7 Ways to Explore Math in the Great Outdoors
Have you ever considered all of the ways you can explore math outdoors? Let's look at cre…
What Is Mathematical Modeling, Really?
So, exactly what is mathematical modeling? In this post, we will explore the definition o…
5 Ways to Celebrate Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month
April is not just about blooming flowers and warmer weather; it's also Mathematics and St…
Math Modeling Real-World Topics: Voting Models
This blog post features a math modeling module that explores three main voting models so…
Set Your Business Up for Success with Mathematical Modeling
Are you dreaming of launching a small business, or are you looking to optimize your exist…
The Ham Sandwich Theorem: A Slice of Mathematical Wonder
The Ham Sandwich Theorem isn't about sandwiches, per se. It's actually a principle in geo…
Celebrating Excellence in Mathematical Modeling: A Recap of the 2023 HiMCM and MidMCM
We have successfully concluded the 2023 High School Mathematical Contest in Modeling (HiM…
8 Math Modeling Examples That Demonstrate the Importance of Modeling in the Real World
This blog post delves into diverse math modeling examples showing how modeling can be app…
COMAP's Noteworthy Contributions and Engagements at JMM 2024
COMAP's recap of the Joint Mathematics Meetings (JMM) that took place from January 3-6, 2…
The Math Model You Need for Perfect Christmas Lighting
There's a Christmas lighting math model that's about to turn your holiday decorating woes…
10 More Reasons to Participate in a Math Modeling Contest
We previously shared 9 reasons to enter a math contest, and today we’re back with 10 more…
19 Math-Inspired Books for Exploring the Beauty of Numbers
In this blog post, we'll explore a curated list of math-inspired books that delve into th…
The Importance of Math Modeling in STEM and Beyond
In this blog post, we'll delve into the profound importance of math modeling in STEM and…
8 Exciting Careers That Rely on Applied Mathematics
Let's explore some exciting careers that rely on applied mathematics, demonstrating how t…
7 Last-Minute Math Modeling Contest Tips
Math modeling contests can be challenging, but these last-minute math contest tips can bo…
Boarding a Plane Window Seats First, A Math Modeling Problem
United Airlines will now allow passengers in window seats to board before those in middl…
In Their Own Words: Anne Dougherty, Mathematical Modeling Contest Advisor
Get a behind-the-scenes peek at COMAP math contests from Anne Dougherty, Associate Chair…
Math in Pictures: Fall Colors and Math
In this Math in Pictures blog we turn our attention to some Boston Ivy outside the window…