IPS on Recent Advances In Mathematical And Computational Biology - MAA MathFest 2023

Friday, August 4, 2023
MAA MathFest 2023

MAA Invited Paper Session
Recent Advances in Mathematical and Computational Biology, Highlighting Contributions from Undergraduate Researchers

Read the abstracts for the talks from this session:

Some of biology’s most complex questions are best answered through mathematical modeling, using tools which range from stochastic and statistical models to deterministic differential equations models. The utility of mathematical models within biology is also vast, answering questions within subfields such as ecology, neuroscience, immunology, physiology, and more. Furthermore, mathematical biology contributes to mathematics as the complex models formed to represent biological phenomena drive the creation of new mathematical tools for model analysis.

With this symposium we hope to highlight mathematical descriptions from a large range of biological disciplines. Including a variety of biological disciplines underscores the versatility of mathematical modeling as the cutting edge tool throughout biology and makes known the commonality of analytical tools and methods across fields of application. Additionally, we hope to highlight the contributions of undergraduate researchers within mathematical biology research through this symposium. Because mathematical biology is placed within an application, the research may be accessible to undergraduate students, and oftentimes undergraduate researchers can be involved easily in these projects. By highlighting the specific role of undergraduate researchers within larger research projects, we aim to clearly depict ways to involve undergraduate researchers in future research projects.

Organizers:
Anna Nelson, Duke University
Kelly Buch, Austin Peay State University

Schedule

From Flashing Fireflies to Bursting Neurons: Finding Sync with Undergraduate Collaborators.
3:00 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
Matthew Mizuhara, The College of New Jersey

A Bit of Biology for the Mathematicians, a Bit of Math for the Biologists, Some Programming for Everyone
3:30 p.m. - 3:50 p.m.
Sean Laverty, University of Central Oklahoma

Pulsing Corals and Swimming Jellyfish: Including Undergraduates in Biological Fluid-Structure Interaction Research
4:00 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
Matea Santiago, University of Arizona

A Global Sensitivity Analysis Framework for Rumen Fermentation Modeling Identifies Key Modifiers of Enteric Methane Production
4:30 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.
Kathryn Link, Pfizer Inc.

Undergraduate Research Aimed at Solving Clostridioides difficile: Mathematical Models of Transmission and Control in Healthcare Settings
5:00 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.
Cara Sulyok, Lewis University

An Ounce of Prevention Is Worth a Pound of Cure?
5:30 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.
Ben Morin, Vassar College

Every summer, MAA MathFest presents the latest in mathematical research and education to diverse audiences across the nation. As the largest community of mathematicians, students, and enthusiasts, MAA is proud to bring an interactive, accessible, and informative experience to you this year.