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

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Latest News

General Research

Now Available: Making Democracy Count by IMD Co-Founder Ismar Volić

April 1, 2024

We are so excited to announce that IMD Co-Founder Ismar Volić’s book—Making Democracy Count—is now…

General Research Upcoming Events

One Week Left to Apply for Mathematics for Humanity Workshop in Edinburgh, Scotland

April 1, 2024

There is only one week left to apply for the Mathematics for Humanity Workshop on…

General IMD Fellows Program Research

2023-24 IMD Fellows Program Update

February 20, 2024

The 2023-24 IMD Fellows are hard at work on their research projects, which aim to advance…

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.