We aim to increase the real-world impact of the Mathematical research from the Centre of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Cambridge through interdisciplinary academic research, academic-industry joint project collaborations and industrial consultancy engagements.
OUR APPROACH
Co-creating solutions with industry
We bridge the gap between academics and industry, using maths to create breakthroughs for the companies and departments we collaborate with. We work side-by-side with partners on real world challenges so that we can understand the problem and use mathematics and the brightest minds to formulate clean solutions.
Co-creating solutions with academia
We are passionate about solving complex problems with cutting-edge mathematics. With a resource of 300+ Cambridge University mathematicians to tap into, we can find the right expertise to tackle any kind of maths problem.
Case Studies
Maths in action
Using AI to Hunt for Hidden Allergens in the Human Microbiome
Allergic diseases are among the most common global long-term health conditions. Figures collated by Allergy UK indicate that over 20% of the UK’s population is affected by one or more allergic disorder, costing the NHS an estimated £900m annually. Symptoms range from mild to life-threatening, and include eczema, asthma, rhinitis, and anaphylaxis.
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Flexible ways to collaborate with us
Get in touchConsultancy
For industry, business, government and third-sector partners.
CHIMiRA offers consultancy engagements for well-defined problems where specialist mathematical or statistical expertise can deliver a clear result. These are focused, intensive collaborations (one to six months) with a clear deliverable.
How it works
A named researcher leads your project, supported by senior academics from CHIMiRA or, if required, from across the Centre for Mathematical Sciences and the Biostatistics Unit. This means you get dedicated, hands-on expertise backed by the breadth of over 300 world class mathematicians and statisticians.
What you can expect
- Support to scope your challenge and confirm that CHIMiRA is the right fit.
- A clear proposal setting out deliverables, timeline and costs.
- A named researcher as your primary point of contact throughout.
- Flexible contractual arrangements on IP and publication rights tailored to your needs
Is consultancy right for you?
Consultancy works well when you have a specific question or bottleneck and need expert mathematical input to resolve it. If your challenge is broader or more exploratory, a project-based collaboration may be a better fit. However, a focused consultancy project might also be a good way to explore whether a longer-term collaboration would be a good fit.
Project-Based Collaborations
For academic, industry, government and third-sector partners.
CHIMiRA's project-based collaborations are partnerships designed around challenges where mathematics and data-driven methodologies can make a transformative difference. These are co-designed engagements, shaped jointly by our researchers and your team, for problems that demand novel or cutting-edge mathematical approaches.
How it works
Projects are built around one or more full-time Research Associates, with oversight and intellectual input from senior academics across DAMTP, DPMMS and the Biostatistics Unit. Because CHIMiRA draws on the collective expertise of over 300 mathematical scientists, we can flexibly assign the right skills as a project evolves.
Collaborations are open to partners from any sector or discipline. There is no requirement to have identified the mathematics needed to address your challenge. Often understanding how mathematics can contribute and what mathematics are needed is the most difficult part of a problem.
What you can expect
- A scoping conversation to understand your challenge and explore how mathematical expertise can contribute.
- A jointly designed project plan setting out objectives, team structure, timeline and milestones.
Is a project-based collaboration right for you?
We look for collaborations where there is a clear pathway to real-world impact, a need for specialist mathematical expertise, and potential for a lasting partnership e.g. through collaborative grant applications. If you have a more tightly defined problem with a specific deliverable or require ownership of IP, our consultancy route may be a better starting point.
Types of projects we deliver
Forecasting
Data analysis
Optimisation
Predictions
Visualisations
Algorithms
About Us
Work directly with leading Cambridge mathematicians
CHIMiRA brings together the collective expertise of over 300 world-leading mathematicians from the University of Cambridge. Our mission is to spearhead academic advancement through innovative, high-impact research that tackles current challenges for business, industry and the third sector.
Our Team
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Professor Carola Bibiane Schönlieb
Professor David Abrahams
Professor Michael Roberts
Dr Sergio Bacallado de Lara
Dr Sofía Villar
Dr William Lee
Dr Yuan Huang
Dr Tram Nguyen
Professor Carola Bibiane Schönlieb
Professor David Abrahams
Professor Michael Roberts
Dr Sergio Bacallado de Lara
Dr Sofía Villar
Dr William Lee
Dr Yuan Huang
Dr Tram Nguyen
Professor Carola Bibiane Schönlieb
Professor David Abrahams
Professor Michael Roberts
Dr Sergio Bacallado de Lara
Dr Sofía Villar
Dr William Lee
Dr Yuan Huang
Dr Tram Nguyen
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Explore how CHIMiRA can transform your research or business challenges through mathematical innovation. We are an open house for ideas and consider projects from any academic discipline, business, industry or the third sector.
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