Pure mathematics is focused on the theoretical frameworks underlying other mathematical disciplines and adjacent fields such as physics, computer science, engineering and economics. Our research teams have expertise across a broad range of disciplines including algebra, number theory, analysis, geometry and topology and discrete mathematics.
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Discrete Mathematics Group
Discrete mathematics is the study of mathematical structures that are by nature discrete rather than continuous. It includes combinatorics and graph theory.
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Pure Mathematics Group
Pure math is the study of the intrinsic concepts and structural properties underlying modern mathematics. Its purpose is to search for a deeper understanding and an expanded knowledge of mathematics itself.
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Life, the Universe and everything in between – our discoveries build an understanding of the world around us and help make it a better place.