We are delighted to receive £4,000 MathWorks Community Grant

We are thrilled to have been awarded a £4,000 Community Grant from MathWorks, a leading developer of mathematical computing software for engineers and scientists. This generous grant will support the Centre's Education programme, helping young people to understand computing history’s impact on society and inspiring the next generation of tech innovators. 

The Centre for Computing History’s Education programme offers primary and secondary schools a unique, interactive whole-day experience. Rotating around four zones: The Mega Processor, The Computing Timeline, The Gaming Zone and the 80s Classroom, students engage with historical artefacts through hands-on, inclusive activities which demonstrate how these powerful devices became an inextricable part of our lives and changed our world. 

Visits to the Centre have a profound impact on young learners. One commented, “I tried this before, but I was not confident. Now I am much more confident... today has persuaded me to do more techy stuff.” 

MathWorks has a long-standing commitment to education and community development. MathWorks Community Grants are designed to support organisations dedicated to advancing education and fostering children’s interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. 

“One of the reasons why MathWorks has established a technical and development office in Cambridge is the amazing heritage of computing history in this area. We are delighted to be able to support the Centre for Computing History to strengthen their education programme and inspire the next generation of Cambridge computer scientists,” said Chris Hayhurst, Consulting Manager, MathWorks

"We are incredibly grateful to MathWorks for this generous grant," said Lisa McGerty, CEO of the Centre for Computing History. "Teacher feedback tells us that visits here give context and a sense of purpose that can’t be achieved in school. This vital support from MathWorks will help us educate and inspire over 2,500 children during the coming academic year.”  

For more information about our offers for schools, please visit visit our Learning pages.

Notes for Editors:

The Centre for Computing History is a charitable heritage organisation with a strong focus on learning. Based in Cambridge, the Centre helps people understand how tech has shaped the modern world and revolutionised the way we live, work and play through interactive displays and exhibitions, an Education programme, learning events and workshops, and an astonishing collection of computing-related artefacts.

Contact: Lizzie Salter, 07803 724689, lizzie@computinghistory.org.uk 

About MathWorks:
MathWorks is the leading developer of mathematical computing software. MATLAB, the language of engineers and scientists, is a programming environment for algorithm development, data analysis, visualization, and numeric computation. Simulink is a block diagram environment for simulation and Model-Based Design of multidomain and embedded engineering systems. Engineers and scientists worldwide rely on these products to accelerate the pace of discovery, innovation, and development in automotive, aerospace, communications, electronics, industrial automation, and other industries. MATLAB and Simulink are fundamental teaching and research tools in the world’s top universities and learning institutions. Founded in 1984, MathWorks employs more than 6,000 people in 34 offices around the world, with headquarters in Natick, Massachusetts, USA. For additional information, visit mathworks.com. 

Date : 09-08-2024