Volume 54 | Number 03 | April 2021
A Measure of Morphodynamics

A Measure of Morphodynamics

The dynamic morphoskeleton sets the geometric stage for uncovering the dynamic organizers of cellular movements and tissue form.

 

Control and Integrability in Figure Skating

Control and Integrability in Figure Skating

A mechanical model describes the motion of figure skaters as they carve intricate patterns into the ice.

Obituary: Robert E. O’Malley, Jr.

Obituary: Robert E. O’Malley, Jr.

Robert E. O’Malley, Jr., a former president of SIAM, passed away on December 31, 2020.

SIAM Celebrates Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month

SIAM Celebrates Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month

Each April, Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month recognizes the societal impact of research in these fields.

BLIS: BLAS and So Much More

BLIS: BLAS and So Much More

The BLAS-like Library Instantiation Software facilitates rapid instantiation of basic linear algebra functionality.

A Mathematical Journey to Football

A Mathematical Journey to Football

Eric Eager describes his career trajectory from academic research to data analysis at Pro Football Focus.

Mathematics in Industry: What, When, and How?

Mathematics in Industry: What, When, and How?

Several mathematicians who have switched between careers in industry and academia reflect on the process.

A Moving Argument

A Moving Argument

Mark Levi presents a twist on the problem of stable equilibrium for a cube resting on a sphere with no-slip contact.

When Contagion Rules

When Contagion Rules

Paul Davis reviews "The Rules of Contagion: Why Things Spread – and Why They Stop" by Adam Kucharski.

Alicia Dickenstein Receives the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Award

Alicia Dickenstein Receives the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Award

Alicia Dickenstein was recognized for her scientific accomplishments, unique career path, and outstanding talent.

Behavioral Scoring: Markov Chains and Markov Decision Processes

Behavioral Scoring: Markov Chains and Markov Decision Processes

Two authors of Credit Scoring and Its Applications analyze the text's description of behavioral scoring.