The Institute for Mathematics and Democracy

WHAT WE DO

Read about the mission and activities of the Institute for Mathematics and Democracy.

PEOPLE

Meet the scholars and students affiliated with the Institute for Mathematics and Democracy.

SERVICES

Learn how we can help your organization or institution become more equitable.

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Latest News

IMD Fellow Leah Valentiner Publishes Paper on the Topology of Simple Games

March 31, 2025

IMD fellow Leah Valentiner has released a paper using combinatorial topology to study simple games.…

General Upcoming Events

Colloquium on the Reinforcement Paradox at Wellesley College

March 30, 2025

On April 3, the Wellesley College Math Department will host IMD affiliate Dr. David McCune…

General Upcoming Events

“Counted Out” Screening at Wellesley College

March 7, 2025

On Thursday, March 13th, IMD and the Wellesley College Math Department will co-host a screening…

Activities

RESEARCH

IMD conducts and sponsors research that lies at the intersection of mathematics and politics. Contact us if you are interested in joining our network of scholars, or if you are looking for research ideas for your students.

EDUCATION

Education efforts at IMD bring political quantitative literacy to the classroom and integrate mathematical foundations of democracy into the curriculum. We run workshops for teachers and develop courses and teaching modules.

OUTREACH

Scholars affiliated with IMD give lectures, organize workshops, and develop strategies for blending mathematics with politics and social justice. Let us know if you would like us to bring some of these activities to your organization or community.