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Beyond the Numbers: Learning the Art and Philosophy of Mathematics

Beyond the Numbers: Learning the Art and Philosophy of Mathematics

In UMD’s unique Student Initiated Courses, student instructors can share their passions with their peers while developing invaluable leadership and teaching skills.

Restoring Island-Ocean Connections Benefits Humans, Wildlife and Marine Environments

Restoring Island-Ocean Connections Benefits Humans, Wildlife and Marine Environments

New research highlights the critical link between island and marine ecosystems, as well as the importance of coordinated conservation efforts.

Wild Adventures in Computer Science

Wild Adventures in Computer Science

Peter Ersts (B.S. ’97, computer science) creates software and solutions for the American Museum of Natural History’s Center for Biodiversity and Conservation.

UMD President Darryll Pines Sticks a Terrapin Pin in ‘Capital of Quantum’ Map at Global Conference

UMD President Darryll Pines Sticks a Terrapin Pin in ‘Capital of Quantum’ Map at Global Conference

UMD's quantum science leadership is based on research, innovation, problem-solving fearlessness, he tells audience.

UMD Paleontologist Thomas R. Holtz, Jr. Helps Unravel Microscopic Mysteries of Supercharged Tyrannosaurus Rex Feet

UMD Paleontologist Thomas R. Holtz, Jr. Helps Unravel Microscopic Mysteries of Supercharged Tyrannosaurus Rex Feet

A new study sheds light on the specialized binding ligaments that made T. rex such a fearful and fast predator.

Rare Sighting of Luminous Jet Spewed by Supermassive Black Hole

Rare Sighting of Luminous Jet Spewed by Supermassive Black Hole

UMD-led team discovers a bright optical flare caused by a dying star’s encounter with a supermassive black hole.

Australian Wildfires Depleted the Ozone Layer in a Variety of Ways, According to New Article

Australian Wildfires Depleted the Ozone Layer in a Variety of Ways, According to New Article

A UMD ­­alum and professor co-authored a paper about the reduction in the thickness of Earth's protective ozone layer that followed the Australian wildfires.

From UMD to Wall Street and Beyond

From UMD to Wall Street and Beyond

Bill Fahrbach (B.S. ’02, mathematics; B.A. ’02, economics) rides a rapid wave of success as a CFO in the technology world.

Advancing Big Ideas and Tackling the Challenges of Wireless Communications

Advancing Big Ideas and Tackling the Challenges of Wireless Communications

For 30 years, Nada Golmie (Ph.D. ’02, computer science) has made her mark as an innovator and problem-solver at NIST.

University of Maryland Strategic Partnership Announces New Institute to Transform Medicine Using Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Technologies

University of Maryland Strategic Partnership Announces New Institute to Transform Medicine Using Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Technologies

This new Institute will leverage recent advances in artificial intelligence and computing to create a premier learning health care system that evaluates both de-identified and secure digitized medical health data to diagnose, prevent and treat diseases in patients across the state of Maryland.

Rance Cleaveland Named Associate Dean for Research for UMD’s College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences

Rance Cleaveland Named Associate Dean for Research for UMD’s College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences

As associate dean for research, Cleaveland will help grow the college’s annual sponsored research funding, which currently exceeds $200 million. He will also lead the college to higher levels of research excellence and national prominence and launch new initiatives.

Entomologists Issue Warning About Effects of Climate Change on Insects

Entomologists Issue Warning About Effects of Climate Change on Insects

UMD entomologist Anahí Espíndola says insects are under threat, but there is still time to change course.