In recent years, biology has increasingly demanded the theoretical and computational skills of mathematicians, which has led to the emergence of the growing interdisciplinary field of mathematical biology. The application of mathematics has increased our understanding of many biological problems. In particular, mathematics has impacted the fields of neuroscience, physiology, and ecology, to name a few. In turn, biology has inspired new developments in mathematics in areas as diverse as dynamical systems, control theory, and computational algebra.

The Mathematics Department is offering a VIGRE Working Group in Mathematical Biology during the Autumn Quarter. Participants will meet weekly with course facilitators to present and discuss journal articles. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to conduct research in small groups. Some previous upper-level undergraduate mathematics experience is recommended, but no prior biological knowledge is assumed. The central goal of the workshop is to demonstrate that mathematical analysis and numerical simulation enable us to better understand the workings of biological systems.

To sign up for this working group, enroll for 3 credits in 693 (Sinnott), call number 13092-5.

For more information please contact Andrew Nevai (anevai@math.ohio-state.edu)