The Center of Mathematical Sciences and Applications is a multidisciplinary research center in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University. The Center is an incubator for two-way interactions between Mathematics and Science. Our research is driven by interesting problems with no constraint on the techniques used to address them: all branches of mathematics are welcome here. Research at CMSA spans Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Biology, and beyond.
Months-long programs and week-long workshops explore hot topics at the frontiers of research. One distinguishing feature of CMSA is its nimbleness: programs and workshops are organized in a relatively short time period. This enables the Center to seize opportunities that catalyze interactions among mathematicians and scientists who might not otherwise engage. Special named lectures bring in high-profile speakers to discuss hot topics. Ongoing weekly seminars explore specific mathematical interactions in detail. The Center houses postdocs, faculty, and research scientists; there are also many affiliated Harvard faculty. Visitors from around the world come to CMSA. As well, the vibrant mathematical and scientific community at Harvard and in the greater Boston area provides a steady stream of local participants.
Shing-Tung Yau was the Center’s Founder and first Director. Dan Freed is the current Director.
To learn more about CMSA current activities and research, check out the CMSA Newsletter.
Initiative for The Center of Mathematical Sciences and Applications
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