{"id":46702,"date":"2025-01-28T18:48:20","date_gmt":"2025-01-28T17:48:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test.steinmuehle.de\/blog\/2025\/01\/28\/plus-mint-talent-development-steinmuehle-hosts-the-3rd-math-camp\/"},"modified":"2026-06-19T07:19:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T05:19:17","slug":"plus-mint-talent-development-steinmuehle-hosts-the-3rd-math-camp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/steinmuehle.de\/en\/blog\/2025\/01\/28\/plus-mint-talent-development-steinmuehle-hosts-the-3rd-math-camp\/","title":{"rendered":"plus-MINT Talent Development: Steinm\u00fchle Hosts the 3rd Math Camp"},"content":{"rendered":"

In-depth insights through engaging workshops: For four days, 23 students in grades 10 and 11 from the Louisenlund, Sankt Afra, and Birklehof boarding schools immersed themselves in mathematics and related STEM fields. For the third year in a row, the plus-MINT Math Camp at Steinm\u00fchle provided an inspiring platform for young talents with a special passion for numbers, logic, and analytical thinking. <\/p>\n

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A Warm Welcome<\/strong><\/p>\n

Our guests were picked up right at the train station and welcomed at the bistro with snacks and drinks\u2014a well-deserved refreshment after their journey, which had been long for some. Afterward, they went straight into the first workshop, led by engineers from the Office of Land Management. During the workshop, the students explored fascinating topics in surveying and learned, among other things, how to calculate the continental drift of the Eurasian Plate. After dinner together, the participants met in the tea room to discuss organizational details and make their final preparations for the upcoming International Bolyai Mathematics Competition. <\/p>\n

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Bolyai Competition and Workshops<\/strong><\/p>\n

The next day began with participation in the Bolyai Competition. Afterward, Dr. Karl-Heinz Muth led an engaging workshop on the topic \u201cMental Math\u2014A Forgotten Art Between Variety Show and Everyday Practicality.\u201d During the workshop, participants were introduced to impressive computational skills, such as calculating the exact day of the week for any given date\u2014a fascinating blend of mathematical logic and practical skill. <\/p>\n

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Variety in the Program<\/strong><\/p>\n

After lunch, the group headed to the Lahnberge, where Prof. Dr. Elmar Tischhauser from the Department of Computer Science captivated the audience with a practical lecture on cryptography. After an eventful day, everyone returned for dinner, and many then took the opportunity to burn off some energy with the sports activities on offer\u2014a welcome change of pace from the intensive program. <\/p>\n

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Mathematikum: A Must-See <\/strong><\/p>\n

The Mathematikum in Giessen was the destination for the next morning\u2019s excursion. The exhibits and activities at this well-known, large hands-on museum never fail to captivate visitors. Back in Marburg, the group headed once again to the multipurpose building on the Lahnberge, where Prof. Dr. Patrick Mehlitz discussed fundamental questions of mathematical optimization with his young guests. <\/p>\n

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Experience Industry Up Close<\/strong><\/p>\n

The evening was celebrated with a festive dinner in the cafeteria, as it was, unfortunately, the last one the group of STEM enthusiasts would be able to spend together. The next day\u2019s itinerary included one final excursion to the neighboring Lahn-Dill district. The visit there to the mechanical engineering company Pfeiffer-Vacuum not only offered interesting insights into technical applications but also gave the young people the opportunity to talk directly with students and recent graduates in the fields of mechanical engineering, business informatics, and industrial engineering. During the visit, they were able to ask valuable questions and received helpful guidance regarding their own career prospects. <\/p>\n

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Farewell and Outlook<\/strong><\/p>\n

After four eventful days, it was finally time to say goodbye. Around noon, the young talents set off for home\u2014full of new impressions, experiences, and (hopefully) inspiration. The time we spent together, during which everyone was able to pursue their passion for STEM subjects, will surely remain in our memories\u2014and those of our guests\u2014for a long time to come. <\/p>\n

The plus-MINT Camp, organized by math teacher Maximilian Moll, is an initiative of Steinm\u00fchle and is supported by the Association for the Promotion of MINT Talent.<\/p>\n

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