# Mathematicians > Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve problems in various fields using mathematical methods. - Code: 15-2021.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 15-2021) - Family: [Computer & Mathematical](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-15), one of its 38 occupations - Tasks: 11 tasks (10 core and 1 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/15-2021.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/15-2021.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Address the relationships of quantities, magnitudes, and forms through the use of numbers and symbols. Core task · Task 7373 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021 2. Disseminate research by writing reports, publishing papers, or presenting at professional conferences. Core task · Task 20191 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021 3. Maintain knowledge in the field by reading professional journals, talking with other mathematicians, and attending professional conferences. Core task · Task 7369 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021 4. Apply mathematical theories and techniques to the solution of practical problems in business, engineering, the sciences, or other fields. Core task · Task 7367 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021 5. Conduct research to extend mathematical knowledge in traditional areas, such as algebra, geometry, probability, and logic. Core task · Task 7376 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021 6. Develop mathematical or statistical models of phenomena to be used for analysis or for computational simulation. Core task · Task 7371 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021 7. Perform computations and apply methods of numerical analysis to data. Core task · Task 7370 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021 8. Assemble sets of assumptions, and explore the consequences of each set. Core task · Task 7372 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021 9. Develop new principles and new relationships between existing mathematical principles to advance mathematical science. Core task · Task 7374 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021 10. Develop computational methods for solving problems that occur in areas of science and engineering or that come from applications in business or industry. Core task · Task 7368 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021 11. Design, analyze, and decipher encryption systems designed to transmit military, political, financial, or law-enforcement-related information in code. 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