About MARS

MARS: Mathematics for AI in Real-world Systems is a £22 million strategic investment, funded by £13m from Research England and £9m from Lancaster University. Our researchers are pioneering advanced dynamical mathematical modelling and AI methods to solve complex real-world challenges. We are:

• Transforming research at the intersection of dynamical systems modelling and machine learning to deepen understanding of the mathematics underpinning AI.
• Combining AI with applied mathematics to enhance its reliability, trustworthiness, and effectiveness for tackling hard problems in four key application areas.
• Leading on the development of next-generation mathematics by fostering innovation through academic, industrial, and government partnerships.
• Addressing the major skills gap in foundational mathematics for real-world modelling by creating new undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

MARS @ Lancaster

MARS is based at Lancaster University in the School of Mathematical Sciences, which is one of the highest-ranked maths departments in the UK with a well-deserved reputation for world-class teaching and research.

Lancaster University is also among the best in the UK. It is consistently placed in the top 15 in major UK league tables and ranks highly in international league tables such as the QS World Rankings. It is internationally recognised for its world-leading research and is one of the top 30 universities most targeted by employers.

Situated in the North West of England, Lancaster is at the centre of a thriving innovation hub for sectors including cyber security, manufacturing, green economy and health. These sectors align with the University’s flagship areas of research excellence as well as with the four MARS application areas.

With its historic city, stunning countryside, and beautiful coastline, Lancaster is an exceptional place to live, work, study and collaborate.