
Caltech Mathathon – first hackathon ever devoted to research level mathematics
Caltech has launched the Mathathon, the inaugural hackathon dedicated exclusively to research‑level mathematics. The event invites mathematicians and students to collaborate on advanced problems, applying coding and computational tools in a competitive format. Announced on Hacker News, the Mathathon aims to blend traditional mathematical research with the rapid‑prototype spirit of hackathons and foster interdisciplinary innovation.