Goals

• To bring together mathematicians and researchers from various backgrounds/disciplines to tackle fundamental problems that require significant mathematical input.
• To train outstanding young mathematicians to carry out research in their chosen field of mathematics and/or in interdisciplinary fields of research.

• To provide a platform to young and experienced researchers to interact on the research related to emerging areas of mathematics and their applications in other disciplines.
• To act as a resource centre for the Malaysian mathematics research and/or education communities.
• To provide consultancy in a variety of areas, including mathematical modelling, scientific programming, data analytics and visualization. 
  

Objectives

1. To encourage and improve collegiality and communication among centre members, as well as with relevant people from other institutions, through the organization of activities such as seminars, workshops, conferences, etc. on a regular basis.
2. To provide resources for the local mathematics research and mathematics education communities through the sharing or research data, and the hosting of seminars, workshops, etc.
3. To actively offer mathematical consultancy to the industry.
4. To play an active role in improving mathematics education at secondary level through onsite talks and workshops, and writing articles for the media.

Preface

Mathematical sciences play a vital role in driving the future development of the world, from numerous aspects, including economy, societal and environmental perspectives. In line with the targeted goal of the Centre for Mathematical Sciences (CMS) to assure research excellence, the members always work hard, hand-in-hand, in research publication and postgraduate supervision. To date, CMS has 52 active members (including ordinary and associate members) and the research area of the CMS members include Statistics and Data Science, Financial Mathematics, Operations Research and Discrete Mathematics. Besides, the members involve actively in the multi-disciplinary projects as well as joint-publications, by forming a close collaborative linkage with external collaborators. Additionally, some members provide professional consultancy and scientific training, with the ultimate goal to ensure that the knowledge of mathematical sciences and the required skills remain useful, practical and relevant at all times.

With the efforts and continuous support of the members, I believe that CMS will be able to contribute theoretically and practically (especially to the industry and society), ultimately leading to national and international recognition. With this, CMS would like to thank those who have contributed towards the growth of CMS. Your great support is highly appreciated and future collaborations are always welcome. Looking forward to your participation. Thank you.

Ts Dr Teoh Lay Eng

Chairperson of Centre for Mathematical Sciences

- 2 January 2021 -