Despite their apparent differences, mathematics and biology are increasingly being used in tandem to model and analyze a wide range of biological processes. This article addresses the use of multiple methods, including population modeling, differential equations, mathematical genetics, and epidemiology, to the study of biology, a field known as biomathematics. Genetic dynamics and the behavior of biological systems, such as population expansion and disease transmission, are understood through mathematical modeling. SIR and SEIR models are used in epidemiology to describe how infectious diseases spread throughout a population. This journal emphasizes the value of mathematical approaches in comprehending intricate biological systems and the necessity of interdisciplinary research between mathematics and biology to address both theoretical and practical issues through a review of the literature. The purpose of this article is to explain the relationship between mathematics and biology and the application of mathematical models in the analysis of biological phenomena. This article uses a literature study writing method by recording research problems, analyzing, and collaborating different thoughts.

Pelatihan Pengenalan Dasar Internet of Things (IoT) menggunakan Cisco Packet Tracer diadakan di Badan Pengembangan Teknologi Informasi (BPTI) UHAMKA dengan tujuan untuk meningkatkan pemahaman mahasiswa dan masyarakat umum tentang konsep dasar IoT serta penggunaannya melalui simulasi perangkat lunak. IoT merupakan teknologi yang semakin berkembang dan berperan penting dalam berbagai sektor industri dan kehidupan sehari-hari. Namun, keterbatasan akses terhadap perangkat keras IoT menjadi tantangan dalam proses pembelajaran. Oleh karena itu, simulasi menggunakan Cisco Packet Tracer dipilih sebagai solusi yang praktis dan efektif. Metode yang digunakan dalam pelatihan ini adalah penelitian tindakan (action research) dengan pendekatan kuantitatif dan kualitatif. Pelatihan ini melibatkan sesi teori tentang konsep dasar IoT dan sesi praktik simulasi menggunakan Cisco Packet Tracer, di mana peserta membuat mini project IoT seperti simulasi jaringan Smart Home System berbasis Internet of Things. Evaluasi dilakukan melalui pre-test dan post-test untuk mengukur peningkatan pemahaman peserta, serta observasi dan wawancara untuk mendapatkan umpan balik kualitatif. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa rata-rata skor pre-test peserta adalah 45,3, sedangkan rata-rata skor post-test meningkat signifikan menjadi 82,7. Sebanyak 85% peserta berhasil menyelesaikan mini project IoT dengan baik, menunjukkan penguasaan mereka terhadap konsep IoT dasar.

Science plays a crucial role in human life as it helps us understand the universe through observation, experimentation, and analysis. In education, science not only teaches scientific concepts but also fosters scientific attitudes and critical thinking skills in students. To make science education more meaningful, interactive, and relevant, a deep understanding of the Nature of Science (NOS) is essential. This study aims to explore the understanding, benefits, and application of scientific concepts in the teaching and learning process to shape students' scientific attitudes. Using a literature review method, this research gathers information from various relevant academic sources. The findings indicate that science encompasses elements of philosophy, sociology, history, and psychology that support scientific understanding. By understanding NOS, students will view science as a process of knowledge discovery, rather than merely a collection of facts. The application of science in education also impacts students' ability to apply knowledge in practical contexts, enhance their analytical skills, and adapt to societal changes.