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Illuminating a path to discovery

February 21, 2025 by Quincy Young

Heath Gemar

Many important things in life rely on optics (the study of light and how it interacts with matter). Whether you wear glasses, have an MRI, connect to fiber-optic internet or use a security system, chances are you’ve experienced the benefits of optics. Through his studies at Missouri State University, Heath Gemar found his calling in optics while combining his plethora of … [Read more...] about Illuminating a path to discovery

Filed Under: Spotlight Tagged With: CNAS, mathematics

Becoming a force in her field

December 3, 2024 by Quincy Young

Yashasvi Moon poses in a chair in Kemper Hall.

What do physics, math and astronomy have in common? They study and explain the workings of the universe. For Yashasvi Moon, all three of these sciences are the fuel for her undergraduate research. Double majoring in physics and mathematics, Moon proves to be a hard-working problem solver. In spring 2021, she began her first semester at Missouri State as an … [Read more...] about Becoming a force in her field

Filed Under: Spotlight Tagged With: CNAS, Les Reid, mathematics

Making math accessible to everyone

April 3, 2024 by Quincy Young

Joseeduardo Granados Rodriguez smiles while standing in front of a whiteboard at the front of a classroom.

Do you struggle with math? Having a good teacher can make all the difference. No one knows this better than Joseeduardo Granados Rodriguez, a mathematics education major at Missouri State. After graduating from Central High School in May 2020, Rodriguez enrolled as an engineering major at North Carolina State University. When COVID forced the campus to shut down, … [Read more...] about Making math accessible to everyone

Filed Under: Spotlight Tagged With: CNAS, Mark Rogers, mathematics, Patrick Sullivan

Calculating her career trajectory

March 21, 2024 by Quincy Young

Helena Bel

Most of us know two plus two equals four.   Solving complex equations, however, takes an ambitious pursuit of knowledge.  Cue Helena Bel, a double major in mathematics and physics.  With a zest for learning, Bel looked at universities that would allow her to explore both subjects.  Opportunities started adding up and began directing her toward Missouri … [Read more...] about Calculating her career trajectory

Filed Under: Spotlight Tagged With: CNAS, mathematics, William Bray

A combination that adds up

May 1, 2023 by Strategic Communication

Many students studying physics, astronomy and materials science (PAMS) also have a minor in mathematics.   Dr. Robert Mayanovic, department head and distinguished professor of PAMS, explains why adding a math minor benefits PAMS students.  Math is a key player  In physics, it’s hard to do anything without math.  “Modeling of physical processes, an important aspect of … [Read more...] about A combination that adds up

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