Research at the Interface of Applied Mathematics and Machine Learning

CBMS Conference

Department of Mathematics, University of Houston

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Houston will be hosting the CBMS Conference: Research at the Interface of Applied Mathematics and Machine Learning from 12/08/2025 to 12/12/2025.

Directions

The conference will take place on the campus of the University of Houston.

Address
University of Houston
Department of Mathematics
Philip Guthrie Hoffman Hall
3551 Cullen Blvd, Room 641
Houston, Texas 77204-3008
713-743-3500

Conference Venue

Main Conference Venue:

  • Science and Engineering Classrooms (SEC)
  • Room SEC101
Poster Session: Ballroom (Student Center South)
student center map

Navigate Campus

You can find your way around campus by visiting https://www.uh.edu/maps.

Parking

Download CAMPUS MAP with building and parking information (see also below).

campus map

Information regarding Visitor Parking can be found here. Garages that include spots for Visitor Parking are:

Food Options on Campus

Lodging

We include hotels we recommend for your stay in Houston below. The Hilton is conveniently located on campus. The other hotels are located in the Medical Center/close to Rice Village, an area which offers numerous venues for dinner and other activities in close vicinity.

Things to Do in Houston

Houston is one of the most diverse and largest cities in the country. It offers numerous activities, including one of the top art museums in the country, beautiful outdoor parks, to sport events. The food scene is amazing. Below you can find links to webpages that feature some of the places we regularly go to.

Activities & Attractions

  • Houston Museum of Natural Science:
    Dinosaurs to gems, a planetarium, butterfly center, and more in Hermann Park.
  • Space Center Houston:
    Official visitor center for NASA Johnson Space Center. Exhibits, tours, and spacecraft.
  • Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH):
    One of the largest museums in the U.S. with extensive collections and rotating exhibitions.
  • The Menil Collection:
    Renowned free art museum campus featuring the Menil, Cy Twombly Gallery, and Rothko Chapel nearby.
  • Contemporary Arts Museum Houston:
    Cutting‑edge contemporary exhibitions in a striking stainless‑steel building (always free).
  • Asia Society Texas Center:
    Exhibitions, performances, and talks exploring Asian art and culture in a Yoshio Taniguchi building.
  • Houston Symphony:
    The Houston Symphony is the city’s major orchestra, performing year-round at Jones Hall for the Performing Arts. Under Music Director Juraj Valčuha, they offer a wide variety of concerts—classical masterworks, pops, guest soloists—and also engage heavily in community and education programs.
  • Holocaust Museum Houston:
    Educational exhibits promoting human rights and remembrance, near the Museum District.
  • Houston Zoo
  • Buffalo Bayou Park:
    Trails, skyline views, public art, and the iconic Waugh Drive bat colony.
  • Discovery Green:
    Downtown green space with events, art, kids’ areas, and seasonal activities.
  • Hermann Park:
    Expansive urban park with lakes, trails, the Japanese Garden, and Miller Outdoor Theatre.
  • Kemah Boardwalk:
    Rides, restaurants, and waterfront views—family‑friendly destination southeast of Houston.
  • Houston Arboretum & Nature Center:
    Trails through native habitats, educational exhibits, and birdwatching close to Memorial Park.
  • San Jacinto Monument & Battleship Texas:
    Historic site commemorating Texas independence; museum and nearby battleship (under restoration).
  • Minute Maid Park (Astros):
    MLB ballpark downtown--catch a game or take a behind‑the‑scenes tour.
  • Toyota Center (Houston Rockets):
    Arena for NBA Houston Rockets, concerts, and major events in the heart of downtown.
  • The Galleria:
    Texas’s largest shopping center with an indoor ice rink and hundreds of stores.

Restaurants

Fine Dining
  • Rainbow Lodge:
    Rustic, romantic lodge in The Heights serving regional game and seafood in a historic log cabin setting.
  • Pappas Bros. Steakhouse – Downtown:
    High-end steakhouse with dry-aged prime beef, exceptional service, and an award-winning wine list.
  • Hugo’s:
    Montrose gem for upscale Mexican cuisine in a beautifully restored building, known for brunch and cocktails.
  • Potente:
    Modern Italian restaurant near Minute Maid Park with elegant interiors and creative pasta and seafood dishes.
Casual & Neighborhood Favorites
  • Coltivare Pizza & Garden:
    Heights favorite for wood-fired pizza, pasta, and cocktails in a relaxed garden setting.
  • Nobie’s:
    Montrose spot offering creative, rotating New American dishes, pasta, and decadent desserts in a lively atmosphere.
  • Field & Tides:
    Cozy Heights restaurant blending Southern, Gulf Coast, and global influences with seasonal menus.
  • Bungalow Downtown Dining:
    Stylish multi-level venue in downtown with modern American dishes, rooftop seating, and cocktails.
Global & Creative Cuisine
  • Xochi:
    Downtown hotspot serving elevated Oaxacan Mexican cuisine with moles, tlayudas, and mezcal cocktails.
  • Ginger & Fork:
    Heights restaurant offering Cantonese and Asian-fusion dishes with bold flavors and stylish décor.
  • Little’s Oyster Bar:
    Montrose seafood haven specializing in Gulf oysters, crudo, and seasonal shellfish dishes.
  • Toro Toro:
    Upscale Latin American steakhouse downtown with ceviche, churrasco, and craft cocktails.
  • Nancy’s Hustle:
    Modern bistro & neighborhood wine bar in EaDo (East Downtown), offering warm, seasonal New American cuisine—great for small plates, natural wine, and creative entrees in a lively but unpretentious atmosphere.
Breakfast, Brunch & Cafés
  • La Guadalupana Café:
    Montrose breakfast favorite serving authentic Mexican breakfast plates, pastries, and coffee.
  • Brasil:
    Montrose institution for coffee, brunch, and eclectic eats with a spacious patio and artsy vibe.
  • The Pit Room:
    Montrose BBQ spot known for smoked meats and breakfast tacos, casual and hearty.
  • Rainbow Lodge Brunch:
    The Heights offers a notable weekend brunch with wild game, eggs benedict, and scenic views.

Breweries

  • Eureka Heights Brew Co:
    Born and brewed in the Houston Heights, their taproom features over 22 taps of interesting and approachable craft beers.
  • New Magnolia Brewing Co:
    A family-owned and operated brewery in Historic Heights, focused on clean, balanced craft beers and a neighborhood-friendly taproom.
  • Saint Arnold Brewing Company:
    Texas’s oldest craft brewery, with a beer garden and restaurant, tours, and a wide selection of beers in Houston’s Northside near downtown.
  • Frost Town Brewing:
    A neighborhood taproom in the heart of Downtown Houston offering locally brewed craft beers and a chill space to relax.
  • Tejas Brewery:
    Located in Sawyer Yards, close to downtown, this brewery & taproom spans three stories, serving handcrafted beer, full dining, cocktails, and event space with views of the skyline.
  • Bad Astronaut Brewing Company:
    A large taproom just north of downtown focused on bold and creative beers, a vibrant atmosphere, and year-round events.