Beyond Numbers: The Real Benefits of Math Modeling Contests
Math contests might start with numbers, but they don’t end there. The benefits of math mo…
25+ Math Competitions for Students
A list of 25+ math contests for middle school, high school, and undergraduate students to…
Bringing Toys to Life with Math
Whether you’re designing circuits for robotic toys or engineering the perfect racetrack…
How MCM/ICM Fuels a Passion for Lifelong Learning
Math modeling that happens in MCM/ICM cultivates a lifelong passion for learning that goe…
A Massive Collection of Math Quotes to Get You Inspired and Motivated
Motivational quotes are a great way to get excited, get moving, and share your passion. W…
Why MCM/ICM is the Perfect Way to Test Your Skills
MCM/ICM offers a challenging experience where participants use math modeling, teamwork, a…
Announcing a New Partnership with The Sabeti Lab to Open Doors for Outstanding Math Modelers
COMAP has joined forces with The Sabeti Lab at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard to…
How Math Modeling Challenges You to Think Like a Problem Solver
Participating in math modeling challenges is an opportunity to flex your problem-solving…
A Match Made in Math: From Winning COMAP’s MCM to Quant Research at Two Sigma
Our math modeling contests can lead to exciting career opportunities. Read more about how…
12 Ways Math Modeling Contests Can Boost Your Career
Entering a math modeling contest can be a powerful step toward building a successful care…
How Teachers Can Incorporate Math Modeling into Their Regular Curriculum
By embedding math modeling into daily curriculum, teachers can provide students with prac…
Why Math Modeling is the Ultimate Skill for Future Innovators
Math modeling allows individuals to apply mathematical concepts to solve real-world probl…
Infectious Learning at NCTM 2024
COMAP is excited to team up with Operation Outbreak at the National Council of Teachers o…
Take Your Mathematical Skills to Oxford with Ellison Scholars
COMAP is thrilled to announce a new collaboration with Ellison Scholars, a prestigious pr…
Visualization + Discussion = Effective Team-Based Math Modeling
Two key elements that make team-based math modeling smoother and more effective are visua…
A Student Guide for Getting Started with Math Modeling
Ready to explore math modeling? This post includes a step-by-step guide for getting start…
How Parents Can Help Their Kids Succeed in Math Contests
As a parent, you play a crucial role in supporting your child’s journey. Here are a few w…
Math Modeling the 2024 Olympic Medal Ceremonies
The MidMCM problem challenged students to develop mathematical models to help the Interna…
The Hottest Day Ever: Applying Probability to Understand Climate Extremes
The world experienced its hottest day ever recorded on July 21, 2024. This unprecedented…
The Lemma Dilemma: A Journey Through Mathematical Proofs
“The Lemma Dilemma," an article by Richard Francis, gives us a peek into the complex and…
How to Celebrate Math 2.0 Day
July 8th is Math 2.0 Day, a special day dedicated to the blending of math and technology…
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!