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RAND has explored, among other math-related topics, mathematics curricula in primary education and the role of mathematics in innovation, e.g., in the evaluation of new medical technologies or the development of methodologies such as game theory.

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    Graph Theoretic Algorithms for the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent Program

    Nov 8, 2021

    The Ground Based Strategic Deterrent is a complete replacement for an aging intercontinental ballistic missile system that is currently under development. What are quantitative methods that can be used to make the unified certification process for nuclear systems more rigorous and efficient?

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    How Well Do Math Teachers Follow Common Core State Standards?

    Aug 9, 2018

    Teachers are eager to engage their students in Common Core State Standards for mathematics if they have the knowledge and tools they need to do so. They need access to high-quality instructional materials and help in distinguishing whether these materials are aligned with the standards.

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    Bart E. Bennett

    Senior Operations Researcher; Professor of Operation Research, Pardee RAND Graduate School
    Education Ph.D. and M.S.E. in mathematical sciences, Johns Hopkins University; B.S. in mathematics/computer science, University of California, Los Angeles

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    Gavin S. Hartnett

    Information Scientist; Professor, Pardee RAND Graduate School
    Education B.Sc. in physics and mathematics, Syracuse University; M.A. and Ph.D. in physics, University of California, Santa Barbara

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    Katherine C. Hastings

    Associate Operations Researcher
    Education PhD in mathematical sciences (operations research concentration), Clemson University; MS in mathematical sciences (operations research concentration), Clemson University

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    Mary Lee

    Mathematician
    Education Ph.D. in mathematics, University of California, Irvine

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    Alejandra Lopez

    Ph.D. Student, Pardee RAND Graduate School, and Assistant Policy Researcher, RAND
    Education M.S. in mathematics, Purdue University; B.S. in mathematics, Arizona State University

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    Candice Miller

    Research Programmer
    Education B.A. in mathematics, UC Berkeley; B.A. in history, UC Berkeley; M.A. in economics, University of Southern Calif

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    Aisha Najera Chesler

    Mathematician
    Education Ph.D. in mathematics, Claremont Graduate University

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    Osonde A. Osoba

    Codirector, Center for Scalable Computing and Analysis; Senior Information Scientist; Professor, Pardee RAND Graduate School
    Education Ph.D. & M.S. in electrical engineering, University of Southern California; B.S. in electrical and computer engineering, University of Rochester

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    Carter C. Price

    Codirector, Center for Scalable Computing and Analysis; Senior Mathematician
    Education Ph.D. in applied mathematics, University of Maryland; M.S. in applied mathematics, University of Maryland; B.A. in mathematics and physics, Hendrix College

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    Dara Gold

    Associate Mathematician
    Education B.S. in mathematics, Georgetown University; Ph.D. in mathematics, Boston University

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    Michael W. Robbins

    Senior Statistician
    Education Ph.D. in mathematical sciences, Clemson University; M.S. in mathematical sciences, Clemson University; B.S. in mathematics, economics, Duke University

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    Claudia Rodriguez

    Assistant Policy Researcher; Ph.D. Candidate, Pardee RAND Graduate School
    Education M.S. in applied mathematics for the life and social sciences, Arizona State University; B.S. in mathematics, Arizona State University

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    Don Snyder

    Senior Physical Scientist; Professor, Pardee RAND Graduate School
    Education Ph.D. in geology and geophysics, University of California, Berkeley; B.A. in geology, Franklin and Marshall College; B.A. in mathematics, Franklin and Marshall College

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    Brian M. Stecher

    Adjunct Social Scientist
    Education Ph.D. in education, University of California, Los Angeles; M.A. in mathematics, University of Oregon; B.A. in mathematics, Pomona College

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    James Syme

    Assistant Policy Researcher, RAND; PhD Candidate, Pardee RAND Graduate School
    Education M.S. in applied mathematics, University of Colorado Denver; B.S. in pure mathematics, University of New Mexico; B.A. in political science, University of New Mexico

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    Erik Van Hegewald

    Assistant Policy Researcher, RAND; Ph.D. Student, Pardee RAND Graduate School
    Education B.S. in astronautical engineering/applied math, United States Air Force Academy

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    Emma Westerman

    Director, Acquisition and Development Program, Homeland Security Operational Analysis Center (HSOAC); Mathematician
    Education M.S. in mathematics and statistics, Georgetown University; B.S. in mathematics and statistics, Carnegie Mellon University; B.A. in philosophy, Carnegie Mellon University

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