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The Role of Mathematics in Education

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Challenges and Solutions in Mathematics College professors frequently adopt a lecture-based approach, emphasizing theory over practice. Professions That Rely Heavily on Mathematics Engineering: The Backbone of Innovation Engineering is perhaps the most obvious field where mathematics plays a starring role.

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A Summer of Research and Discovery

Northeastern University

Placements for REU participants span across the College of Engineering and include Professors David Kaeli, Michael Kane, Laura Lewis, Amy Mueller, and Sarah Ostadabbas. Professor Jennifer Love, Assistant Director for The Center for STEM Education, further enhances the summer program through an Arduino Workshop.

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The engineering behind Evolutor

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The engineering behind Evolutor. Published: Professor Tuck Seng Wong , based at The University of Sheffield in the UK, leads a team focused on applying the concept of Darwinian evolution to engineer biological systems for industrial applications. MEET PROFESSOR TUCK SENG WONG. TALK LIKE A BIOMANUFACTURER. OPPORTUNITIES.

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How are engineers contributing to a sustainable future?

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Electrical engineer Professor Rukmi Dutta (right) is improving the efficiency of electric motors © M. Gao Tweet Share 0 Skype Reddit +1 Pinterest 0 LinkedIn 0 Email Mechanical engineering To reduce our dependence on fossils fuels, we need to increase energy production from sustainable sources.

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Using adsorbents to help society

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Pathway from school to chemical and biomolecular engineering • At school and post-16, take classes in chemistry, physics, mathematics and biology. Choose a university degree such as chemical engineering, chemistry, biomolecular engineering, biochemistry or biomedical engineering.

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2023 Young Scholars Program: Week 1

Northeastern University

In addition to a research experience, this program also provides college application preparation, professional development, field trips to companies and research centers, and hands-on engineering activities. To conclude the six week experience, students will present their research to faculty, peers, and family on August 3rd.

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Engineering Exploration Week + Engineering for Everyone Expo

Northeastern University

Northeastern University’s Center for STEM Education hosted this year Engineering Exploration week from Tuesday, February 21st to Friday, February 24th. On Tuesday, February 21st, we kicked off the program with and introduction to the engineering design process and chemical engineering.