University of California, Irvine
Department of Mathematics
Distinguished Lecture Series
2005-2006

Nancy Kopell
William Goodwin Aurelio Professor
Director, Center for BioDynamics, Boston University

Andrew Black, math researcher for NUMB3RS, shares a behind-the scenes look at production of the show and how he helps to keep math center stage throughout the episodes' plot twists and turns.

Question: Where do you get your story ideas for NUMB3RS and where does the math come in?