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    Mathematica (desktop & online)

    A software package used by engineers, economists, mathematicians, and scientists to perform a range of specific technical computing tasks. Wolfram’s original flagship product for over 30 years.

    Available To
    Faculty
    Staff
    Students
    Cost
    Free

    Features

    Mathematica can be used for symbolic and numeric computation, visualization, and application development.

    Features include:

    • Use of Mathematica for multi-paradigm data sciences, machine learning or neural nets, image processing, and unique data processing
    • Use of Mathematica to obtain closed-form solutions, analyze data, develop algorithms, and create models and shared applications
    • A numeric and symbolic computational engine, graphics system, programming language, documentation, and advanced connectivity to other applications

    Get Started

    Mathematica and Mathematica Online are best as a pair of products for calculations and sharing finished projects. Follow the download links below or submit a request to Tufts Technology Services or call TTS at (617-627-3376).

    Install Mathematica on a computer

     

    To install Mathematica on a computer:

    1. Go to wolfram.com/siteinfo and enter your @tufts.edu email
    2. Click “Download” to install the current version of Mathematica
    3. After the installer runs, click “Sign In” under Activate through your organization (SSO), and enter Tufts login
    4. Click to “Download” Mathematica multiple times for multiple machines (campus or personal)
    5. After initial activation, Mathematica can be used on or off network
    Set up Mathematica Online

    To set up Mathematica Online:

    1. Go to wolfram.com/siteinfo and click “Go to Mathematica Online”
    2. Enter Tufts login to connect or subscribe 
    3. Optionally, download Wolfram Cloud app (iOS and Android)
    Use Mathematica on the research cluster

    You can request a cluster account by going to research.uit.tufts.edu and submitting the application form.

    Before accessing Mathematica on the cluster, please contact Tufts Technology Services at 617-627-3376 or it@tufts.edu for an assessment of whether or not your computer’s display meets Mathematica X-Windows support requirements. On occasion, the TTS Service Desk may need to make configuration changes for compatibility.

    Learn More

    Mathematica documentation

    Wolfram Mathematica Resources

    Training video and seminar with live Q&A for introductory content
    • https://www.wolfram.com/wolfram-u/catalog/gen005/
    • https://www.wolfram.com/wolfram-u/special-event/hands-on-start-to-mathematica/
    Related Reference Text
    • https://www.wolfram-media.com/products/hands-on-start-to-wolfram-mathematica.html
    Fast Introduction for Programmers
    • https://www.wolfram.com/language/fast-introduction-for-programmers/en/
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