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The Role of Mathematics in Education

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Professions That Rely Heavily on Mathematics Engineering: The Backbone of Innovation Engineering is perhaps the most obvious field where mathematics plays a starring role. There you can get advice and solve various mathematical problems in college. Cryptography and Security In the digital age, security is paramount.

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Concrete change: the innovative chemistry of sustainable cement

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Concrete change: the innovative chemistry of sustainable cement Published: The global cement industry is gigantic, so finding ways to reduce its impact on the climate is essential for a sustainable future. At the University of Sheffield in the UK, Dr Theodore Hanein and his team are investigating alternative methods for cement production.

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The engineering behind Evolutor

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We have come a long way since Darwin published his concepts, and engineers and scientists have borrowed the concept of ‘survival of the fittest’ and applied it to engineering biological systems for industrial applications. These innovations are designed to help us tackle the global challenges we face, from climate change to pandemics.

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Creating the world’s largest 3D-printed structure

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Practicalities Dimensional Innovations (DI), a Kansas-based design, technology and fabrication firm, was tasked with building the 3D-printed torch structure. To achieve this, it used a large-scale additive manufacturing solution that was developed by Thermwood Corporation. And this is where Dr R. Byron Pipes comes in.

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Plant polymers as plastic alternatives

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Next came innovation.” © Anton Starikov / Shutterstock.com Finding a solution to a problem involves having a vision, forming a strategy and being innovative. © Dr Maria Spencer About biological engineering Biological engineering integrates concepts from life sciences with practices from engineering.

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How are control engineers improving the sustainability of irrigated agriculture?

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Feedback control — achieving desired behaviour by measuring what is happening and using this information to adjust the control inputs. Humans have been finding innovative ways to divert water for thousands of years. Some universities will then offer postgraduate degrees specifically in control engineering.

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List of 75+ STEM Careers, Jobs & Occupations

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STEM careers are innovative roles that help to improve the lives of others. Biomedical Engineer The Role: These engineers work at the intersection of engineering, life sciences, and healthcare. They design and build innovative devices like artificial organs, prostheses, and diagnostic machines.

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