College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences

"We Are CMNS" text on top of a collage of science- and research-related images

Meet the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences at UMD

CMNS is a college where pioneers, scholars and innovators learn, collaborate and innovate to build a better future.

CMNS is a college where pioneers, scholars and innovators learn, collaborate and innovate to build a better futu

- 11 February 2026

Aditi Desai

Biological Science Major

Data Science Minor

Timonium, MD

Integrated Life Sciences

CMNS Receives Two Graduate Program Mentoring Excellence Awards

The Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Science and the Biological Sciences Graduate Program received the awards.

Two graduate programs in the University of Maryland's College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences receive

- 14 May 2026

Conductor conducting on stage. Credit: Ken Rubin

UMD’s Gamer Symphony Orchestra Turns 20

The 150-member Gamer Symphony Orchestra, which includes around 60 Science Terps, brings the most epic computer game music into the real world.

The 150-member organization, which includes around 60 Science Terps, brings the most epic computer game music in

- 13 May 2026

College Discoveries Named UMD 2026 Inventions of the Year

College discoveries won the physical sciences and quantum technology categories. In addition, Anne Simon, a professor of cell biology and molecular genetics, received a special recognition award for her significant contributions to UMD's innovation ecosystem.

University of Maryland Invention of the Year winners were announced Tuesday at Innovate Maryland, an annual celebrati

- 13 May 2026