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Starter for ten: Cardiff University through to second round of University Challenge

30 October 2024

The team secured a comfortable win over St Andrews in TV’s toughest quiz team tournament.

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“Seeing maths as a powerful toolbox” key to PhD student’s success

19 July 2024

Joshua Moore graduates with a PhD in Mathematics as part of the Class of 2024

Our school shines in National Student Survey

18 July 2024

The School of Mathematics has achieved outstanding results in the latest National Student Survey (NSS).

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Alan Turing inspired escape room shows “maths is more than just numbers”

3 July 2024

Problem solving, teamwork and tenacity key to beating STEM outreach challenge

Mathematical physicist wins Anne Bennett Prize

25 June 2024

Dr Ana Ros Camacho has been awarded the Anne Bennett Prize by the London Mathematical Society for her contributions to mathematical physics and for her ongoing efforts to promote women in the field.

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Underwater signals generated by open sea airplane crashes could be key to detecting final resting place of MH370

20 May 2024

Study proposes experiments to seek further insights into aircraft’s fate using hydroacoustic technology

A colony of greater horseshoe bats are photographed hanging from the roof of a cave

Finding bat roosts no longer like searching for “a needle in a haystack”

24 April 2024

Algorithm helps ecologists and conversationists find roosts to support bat populations and their habitats

Silver Athena Swan triumph for our school

11 April 2024

Our school has proudly received the Silver Athena Swan award, marking a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) within the field of mathematics.

Director of Research co-leads second retreat for women in applied mathematics

4 April 2024

The Retreat for Women in Applied Mathematics (RWAM) 2024, held at the International Centre for Mathematical Sciences in Edinburgh, was organised by our Director of Research, Prof Angela Mihai, in collaboration with Prof Apala Majumdar from the University of Strathclyde.

Embarking on an adventure: empowering Indonesia through mathematical modelling

25 March 2024

A cohort of five researchers, from our school, recently travelled across Indonesia to support on-going research collaborations and to establish new partnerships.

Three portrait photographs of Cardiff University’s Turing fellows 2024 from left to right Professor Monjur Mourshed, Dr Jenny Kidd and Professor Steven Schockaert

Cardiff secures three Turing fellowships

21 March 2024

Researchers join new cohort to help grow UK’s data science and AI ecosystem

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New digital health hub launches for Wales and South West

14 March 2024

Consortium to elevate region’s digital health capability through leadership, engagement, acceleration and partnership

Reflecting on triumphs: celebrating our 2023 achievements

6 March 2024

Our school proudly celebrates numerous achievements, each highlighting our dedication to excellence, innovation, and societal influence.

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Cardiff lends expertise to UK-wide AI research initiative

6 February 2024

EPSRC-funded hubs to evolve AI and tackle complex social, economic and environmental challenges

Cardiff University drives digital skills and innovation in 2023 through successful outreach events

31 January 2024

The Digital Transformation Innovation Institute has conducted a series of outreach events, focusing on fostering digital skills, promoting innovation and entrepreneurship.

Advocating for gender equality in mathematics: A voice at the House of Commons

19 January 2024

A PHD student from the School of Mathematics at Cardiff University is making a difference in the mathematics community by representing the Council of Mathematical Sciences and the London Mathematical Society.

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Researchers show how bats get back home to roost

15 January 2024

First-of-its-kind study in bats could help conservation efforts for species at “significant risk” of population decline

Maths for Industry Day showcases the power of mathematics in real-world applications

8 January 2024

Our inaugural Maths for Industry Day showcased the role of mathematics in industry-driven research and innovation, with a spotlight on the vital contribution of our School.

Griffiths Medal awarded to researchers for COVID-19 transmission study

14 December 2023

The Griffiths Medal, presented by The Operational Research Society, has recently been awarded to a team of researchers from Cardiff University for their contribution to the field of health systems.

A male wheelchair user poses for a photograph beside a train at the Bermondsey London Underground station.

"Offering people the freedom to choose how they travel"

24 October 2023

Graduate developing accessible travel app which flags lift disruptions on London Underground