1. Solid mathematical foundation: Mathematical modeling competition involves a wide range of fields, including probability theory, linear algebra, calculus, optimization theory and so on. Participants need to have a solid mathematical foundation in order to quickly understand and apply related concepts and methods in the competition.
2. Good programming ability: In the process of mathematical modeling, computer software is often needed for data analysis, model building and result solving. Therefore, participants need to be proficient in at least one programming language (such as MATLAB, Python, etc. ) and has a certain ability of algorithm design and implementation.
3. Strong team spirit: Mathematical modeling competitions usually require participants to form teams. Team members need to cooperate with each other, have a clear division of labor, and jointly complete modeling, solving and writing papers. Therefore, participants need to have good communication and collaboration skills.
4. Sharp problem finding and analysis ability: The topics of mathematical modeling competitions usually come from practical problems. Participants need to have keen ability to find and analyze problems, extract key problems from complex background information, and establish appropriate mathematical models to describe and solve them.
5. Strong innovation ability: In the process of mathematical modeling, participants need to constantly try new methods and technologies to solve practical problems. Therefore, having strong innovation ability and exploration spirit is helpful to get good results in the competition.
6. Good time management and pressure resistance: Mathematical modeling competitions usually have strict time limits, and participants need to complete modeling, solving and writing papers within a limited time. Therefore, it is very important to have good time management ability and pressure resistance if you want to get good results in the competition.