Celebrating Women in Mathematics
May 12 Initiative Event at IISER Tirupati.
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Maryam Mirzakhani
Maryam Mirzakhani
Maryam Mirzakhani was an Iranian mathematician and a Professor of Mathematics at Stanford University. She was one of the world’s leading experts in geometry and dynamical systems. Her beautiful and astonishing results and her life and career are an inspiration for everyone, women and men, to pursue their dreams in science. She died tragically from cancer in 2017 at the early age of 40.
In 2014, Maryam Mirzakhani was awarded the Fields Medal for her outstanding contributions to the dynamics and geometry of Riemann surfaces and their moduli spaces, becoming the first woman, and the first Iranian, to be recognised for her mathematical achievements by this top mathematical prize.
The 'May 12 Initiative' is a joyful opportunity for the mathematical community to celebrate women in mathematics. The celebration takes place every year, all around the world. The goal of the day is to inspire women everywhere to celebrate their achievements in mathematics, and to encourage an open, welcoming and inclusive work environment for everybody.
On 31st July 2018 in Rio de Janeiro, the Women’s Committee of the Iranian Mathematical Society presented to the participants of the World Meeting for Women in Mathematics, (WM)², a proposal that Maryam Mirzakhani’s birthday – May 12th – be recognized and supported to celebrate women in mathematics.
Celebrating Women in Mathematics at IISER Tirupati
Celebrating Women in Mathematics at IISER Tirupati
This year, The Math Club at IISER Tirupati is joining the worldwide efforts of the May 12 Initiative, and we are organizing the One Day Event, "Celebrating Women in Mathematics". Join us, as we learn, share and inspire each other in the joys of mathematics. Scroll below and see the wide array of events. Whether you'll be attending online, or attending in-person, there's bound to be something to keep you engaged.
This inclusive event welcomes participants of all genders and will be held on May 12, 2024.
Mathematical Fair
Mathematical Fair
Date: 12 May 2024
Time: 2 PM to 3:30 PM
An informal and dynamic gathering where math enthusiasts from diverse backgrounds come together to share their favorite mathematical stories, theorems, objects, or puzzles. Each speaker will have a 5-minute time slot to present their mathematical gem, followed by 1-2 questions from the online audience.
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion
Date: 12 May 2024
Time: 4 PM to 5:30 PM
Join us on a Panel discussion on "Math for all : Bridging the gaps between Abstract theories and Undergraduate curiosity."
Joining us, we have a line of emininent panelists, such as Dr. Shatha Bhushan, Dr. Tulsi Srinivasan, (Azim Premji University) and IISER Tirupati Alumni Ms. Thamarai Valli, Ms. Akshara Vincent.
Movie Screening
Movie Screening
Date: 12 May 2024
Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
From the Journeys in the Land of Math animated mini series created by Denis Van Waerebeke, we are screening the latest entries, Alicia Boole in the Land of Polytopes, and Kovaleskaya' Spinning Top
Memories of the Event
Memories of the Event
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