Project Description
The Fibonacci sequence start with 0,1,1,2,3 and then each number is the sum of the two previous terms. By contrast, a D-finite sequence might start the same but then each number is some polynomial times the previous term(s). There’s a connection between these D-finite sequences, and sums of double-products in Pascal’s triangle. I haven’t figured it out yet, but that’s the plan for the summer!
Prerequisites
Some math sophistication, and Math 225 or equivalent.
Special Comments
Project Information (subject to change)
Estimated Start Date: 6/08/2026
Estimated End Date: 7/17/2026
Estimated Project Duration: 6 weeks
Maximum Number of Students Sought: 2
Research Location: Remote
Travel Required? No (If “yes”: )
Contact Information: Greg Dresden (email: dresdeng@wlu.edu)