Math biology What is it? – Using mathematics to answer biological questions Should I care? Yes, if you – enjoy (or don’t hate) math, enjoy biology, and.

Slides:



Advertisements
Similar presentations
Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic. -Arthur C. Clarke.
Advertisements

What Science Course should I take next year? Well, that depends! What course are you taking now? MFE Biology Conceptual Physics or Physics I Chem or Chem.
By Ajmal & Moiz & Ambar. When you think about Maths DDo you think Super I have maths today OOR II Hate Maths It’s so boring.
Grade 10 in 2010 Grade 10 Test Books Contains – RLA – Math – Social Studies – Science Field Test Biology One of two 45 item tests Grade 10 in 2010 Grade.
BY SHS GUIDANCE DEPT. School Year Years of English  Freshmen year: English I or Honors English I  Sophomore year: English II or Honors.
Academic Planning! 7 th and 8 th grades February 24, 2015.
Math biology What is it? – Use mathematics to answer biological questions – Use biology to pose interesting mathematical questions “Mathematics is biology's.
Academic Planning Lesson Grade 5
Year 10 Meeting. Why Cambridge IGCSE? 144 Countries, 2600 SchoolsHalf a million studentsWorld’s most popular exam.
High School Graduation Plans
Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
Computer Science Degree Plan Builder. Degree Requirements  Computer Science required courses ◦46 credits  Computer Science elective courses ◦12 credits.
Who? What? When? Where? Why?. Who?  Those who want to know more about the field.  Those who want to have better job description and more autonomy. 

2015 USCOTS V1 1 Milo Schield, Augsburg College Member: International Statistical Institute US Rep: International Statistical Literacy Project Director,
Graduation Requirements English (4 credits) Fine Arts (1 credit) Health (.5 credit) Math ( 4 credits) 1 Algebra, 1 Geometry; students who successfully.
Izac Alba p.8. You have to take the most challenging math and science class’es. Have to taken calculus by your senior year and possibly have taken the.
Mathematical Applications for the Biological Sciences Calculus 1201.
Our district’s goal for all students Move to college or a skilled job upon graduation.
Police Officer Eddie O. Description of Job A police officer has a lot of responsibilities such as safety, crime scenes, helping others and other important.
Mechanical Engineer. Mechanical Engineers use computers to help designing. There are more Mechanical Engineers then there are any other kind of engineers.
My Personal Reflection My High School Classes Name: Date: My Grade: My Interests & Talents My College and/or Career Choices My Academic & Career Plan Parent.
Meet the counselors: Mrs. MerrihewA-G Mrs. DowdH-N Mrs. HightowerO-Z.
Honors Math and Science Future Freshman Night 2011 Mrs. Alycia Clarkson, MA, NBCT Mrs. Alycia Clarkson, MA, NBCT Honors Geometry Honors Geometry Ms. Yvonne.
Role Grade 12 Courses Play Towards McMaster Programs Advanced Functions (= Math 1K03) Required for admission to Arts & Science, Business, Computer Science,
College and Career Ready.  Introduction  Earning a Diploma at CHS  Earning College Credit at CHS  Questions.
Burnaby North Excel Program AP & Honours Pathways.
Our district’s goal for all students Move to college or a skilled job upon graduation.
Course Selection Options. Table of Contents (click the links below to skip to that section) For students currently in… Algebra 1 Functions Geometry Algebra.
May 27, What Does it Mean to be Accelerated? Accelerated: To be on an advanced track of coursework by taking courses one year early. –Students in.
 IB Diploma Course Selections. IB Core Elements  Three HL courses, Three SL courses over the two years  150 hours of CAS  Extended Essay  Theory.
FROM NOW TO THE FUTURE MATHEMATICS Return Home Return Home Mathematics: Where do I see my future? What am I good at? What do I enjoy?
STEM Engineer Vet Doctor Architect Biologist Math Teacher Science TeacherBusiness Restaurant Owner Welder Loan Officer Mechanic Electrician Accountant.
Chapter 3 Solving Linear Equations. Throughout mathematics, you encounter many types of equations.
Epidemiology Track. Competencies of graduates Design and implement rapid probability household surveys Design and implement data systems for health surveillance.
College Prep English - 4 credits Math - 4 credits (ending with a higher level math course with Alg. II as a pre-requisite) Science - 3 credits Social Studies.
SIGCSE 2005 St. Louis, MO Women Studying Computer Science at the Open University of Israel Judith Gal-Ezer, Tamar Vilner, Ela Zur The Open University of.
Islands High School Counseling Office.  Ms. Fowler-Relihan (A –L)  Ms. Weisel (M – Z) Counselors serve students in three areas: Personal/Social, Academic,
STANDARDS FOR MATHEMATICS 1. Uses a variety of strategies in the PROBLEM- SOLVING PROCESS 2. Understands and applies basic and advanced properties of the.
A well-rounded, college-ready student takes the three core courses [Bio, Chem, Physics] and at least one AP science course. Make a plan: start at your.
Changes for Next Year Students can now take AP Economics in lieu of both Economics/Personal Finance in order to fulfill that requirement. We will be forming.
1 Mathematics in a Liberal Arts Program Riaz Saloojee Seneca College.
“A-G”. What is “a-g” ? 15 courses required to attend a 4 year university or college Must earn a “C” or better Academically challenging Substantial reading,
State Board: Recommended Graduation Plan December 12, 2006.
Petroleum Engineering DESTINY LOPEZ. Job Outlook  Employment of petroleum engineers is projected to grow 26 percent from 2012 to 2022, much faster than.
  Marine biology is the study of living organisms inhabiting the oceans as well as other marine and brackish sources of water.   Study the origins,
Information Night for Parents of Rising Freshmen Briar Woods Guidance Department Dave Royhab, Director.
1 Beginning & Intermediate Algebra – Math 103 Math, Statistics & Physics.
Math Pathways. College Algebra’s Only Purpose: Preparation for Calculus 2 College Algebra Calculus.
Is a Physics Degree at St. FX right for you?
STEM Endorsement General Courses  The STEM endorsement must include Algebra II Chemistry Physics These three courses are required to meet the STEM endorsement.
Registration Graduation Requirements Student Name: Graduation Year: CoursesCreditCompleted Fine Arts1 1 English 9A1 English 9B1 English 10A1.
AGRICULTURAL ENGINEER BY: GABRIELA RIVAS INTRO TO ENGINEERING 1 ST PERIOD.
Math Jeopardy! By:. CurrentReviewWord Problem
Pathway Chart Algebra II Geometry HS Algebra I Math III Math II Math I Courses in higher level mathematics: Precalculus, Calculus, Advanced Statistics,
Endorsements The Arts & Humanities Endorsement This endorsement can be earned by taking a sequence of courses in these areas. Social Studies Languages.
What is Calculus?. (Latin, calculus, a small stone used for counting) is a branch of mathematics that includes the study of limits, derivatives, integrals,
Students should “be conversant not only with the language of biology but also with the languages of mathematics, computation, and the physical sciences”
Take Challenging Courses Big or small… …Make an impact at WHS!
Our School District’s 3-Year Rule Policy A student has 3 years to achieve graduation starting at grade 10. If students do not achieve graduation by the.
HVRSD Mathematics Program Possible Paths through Mathematics.
Course Selection Options
Preparing for a PhD in Economics
Course Selection Options
Examples of Learning Activities
STEM Endorsement.
General Mathematics CST #2
Lewis & Clark High School Class of 2023 Registration
Presentation transcript:

Math biology What is it? – Using mathematics to answer biological questions Should I care? Yes, if you – enjoy (or don’t hate) math, enjoy biology, and want to tackle interesting, important, and challenging problems – want to work in pharma, health sciences. conservation, natural resource management (forestry/fisheries/game), public health (epidemiology) What should I do? – continue your math education (link)!link – Read cool stuff Recent journal articles: tinyurl.com/biomath000tinyurl.com/biomath000 K. Sigmund, Games of Life R. Dawkins, The Selfish Gene H. Kokko, Modeling for Field Biologists and other Interesting People

MB Mac Biology & math honours programme Courses: – MATH 1B03 (linear algebra), 2X03 (advanced calculus); 3MB3 (intro to modeling); BIO 3S03, 3SS3, 3FF3 People: – Math & stats: Earn, Lovric, Wolkowicz – Bio: Bolker, Dushoff, Golding, Stone – Biophysics: Higgs – PNB: Becker – probably others I’m forgetting!

Examples Measles epidemics (Earn et al 2000)Earn et al 2000Sea turtle movement (Bolker et al 2006)Bolker et al 2006