Mathematical physics is an interdisciplinary field of study that integrates mathematical tools and principles with the laws of physics. As such, it can be referred to by a number of different names depending on the emphasis and context of the research. Some synonyms for mathematical physics include mathematical methods in physics, mathematical modeling in physics, physics of mathematical methods, mathematical theories in physics, theoretical physics with mathematical tools, and mathematical aspects of physics. Each of these names highlights a different aspect of the relationship between mathematics and physics, but all refer to the same general field of study.