8 March 2008 @ Cameron University, Lawton, OK

Student Talk Abstracts

Speaker: Bo Gilbert, Midwestern State University

Title: Two Term Linear Recurrence Equations
Abstract: The purpose of this research was to see if we could find a general formula for two term linear recurrences, such as the Fibonacci sequence. An example of this is Binet's formula for the Fibonacci sequence.


Speaker: Ryan Favors, Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Title: n Narcissistic Numbers
Abstract: I will discuss what makes certain numbers qualify as narcissistic numbers and the proof that there are only a finite number of narcissistic numbers.


Speaker: Austin Falkner, Abilene Christian University

Title: On the Consistency of Axiomatic Systems
Abstract: In this presentation, we discuss a certain class of axiomatic constructions which we call "Nagel Systems." We give a theorem that shows that Nagel Systems are always consistent and then discuss a couple of interesting applications.


Speaker: Antonio Laurent-Goodman, Midwestern State University

Title: Solving Sudoku Puzzles Using Human Logic
Abstract: Sudoku puzzles have evolved in recent times. To many, solving Sudoku puzzles is a hobby and to others it serves as a measure of their intelligence. These puzzles have been developed to be of various difficulties ranging from easy, medium to hard. This project seeks to demonstrate how code can be developed to solve Sudoku puzzles using a fraction of the time taken by human beings.


Speaker: Austin Howard, Midwestern State University

Title: Solving and Simulating Partial Differential Equations With Maple II
Abstract: In this talk, I will discuss the independent research on Partial Differential Equations in which I was involved during the Fall of 2007. We will investigate the analytic solutions of the homogeneous and inhomogeneous Diffusion and Wave Equations, along with their animated simulation in both one and two dimensions in the Maple Computer Algebra System.