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A math modeling question is born from an everyday situation: How does the amount of sag in the rope depend on the rope’s length?


| Math Modeling
Have you ever wondered how mathematics can help solve crimes? Biology meets mathematics i…
COMAP’s 2024 Mathematical Contest in Modeling (MCM) and Interdisciplinary Contest in Mode…
| Math Modeling, Fun with Math
Have you ever considered all of the ways you can explore math outdoors? Let's look at cre…
| Math Modeling
So, exactly what is mathematical modeling? In this post, we will explore the definition o…
April is not just about blooming flowers and warmer weather; it's also Mathematics and St…
| Math Modeling
This blog post features a math modeling module that explores three main voting models so…
| Math Modeling
Are you dreaming of launching a small business, or are you looking to optimize your exist…
| Math Curriculum, Fun with Math
The Ham Sandwich Theorem isn't about sandwiches, per se. It's actually a principle in geo…
| Math Contests
We have successfully concluded the 2023 High School Mathematical Contest in Modeling (HiM…
| Math Curriculum, Math Modeling
This blog post delves into diverse math modeling examples showing how modeling can be app…
| Events
COMAP's recap of the Joint Mathematics Meetings (JMM) that took place from January 3-6, 2…
| Math Modeling, Fun with Math
There's a Christmas lighting math model that's about to turn your holiday decorating woes…
| Math Contests
We previously shared 9 reasons to enter a math contest, and today we’re back with 10 more…
| Fun with Math
In this blog post, we'll explore a curated list of math-inspired books that delve into th…
| Math Modeling
In this blog post, we'll delve into the profound importance of math modeling in STEM and…
| Math Modeling
Let's explore some exciting careers that rely on applied mathematics, demonstrating how t…
| Math Contests, Math Modeling
Math modeling contests can be challenging, but these last-minute math contest tips can bo…
| Math Curriculum, Math Modeling
United Airlines will now allow passengers in window seats to board before those in middl…
| Math Contests
Get a behind-the-scenes peek at COMAP math contests from Anne Dougherty, Associate Chair…
| Math Modeling, Fun with Math
In this Math in Pictures blog we turn our attention to some Boston Ivy outside the window…
| Math Contests
A quick-start guide to help COMAP math contest advisors have a successful and enjoyable e…
| Math Modeling
In this blog series, we're highlighting math modeling modules and articles that explore r…
| Math Contests
Get a behind-the-scenes peek at COMAP math contests from Veronica Ciocanel, Assistant Pro…
| Math Contests
Are you a middle school math, science, or STEM teacher looking for an exciting way to eng…