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SCUDEM - SIMIODE Challenge Using Differential Equations Modeling

SCUDEM — SIMIODE Challenge Using Differential Equations Modeling is a modeling challenge that runs over multiple days culminating in a 10-minute video which is reviewed by at least 3 judges. Teams consist of high-school and undergraduate students, and they choose a challenge problem in the areas of physics/engineering, chemistry/life sciences, social sciences/humanities, and develop a model using differential or difference equations as well as a presentation. Teams and Coaches may meet remotely, and team submissions are judged as Outstanding, Meritorious, or Successful.

Complimentary Software

MathWorks provides complimentary software for this competition. If your team is participating in this competition and needs software, fill out the software request form.

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Student Tutorials and Videos

Learn how to use MATLAB and Simulink to design algorithms, create simulations, deploy code, and speed up software development for your projects.

Competition Resources

Interactive Online Tutorials

Learn by doing! Our 2-hour online courses provide a hands-on learning environment where you will interact with a web-based version of MATLAB and receive instant and contextual feedback.

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