Created to deepen students' comprehension of algebraic and geometric concepts, the foundation of pure mathematical exploration, this event guarantees a rewarding experience. Through dynamic discussions and collaborative inquiry, the lecture unveiled the inherent beauty and limitless possibilities of Pure Mathematics, motivating aspiring mathematicians to go out on their journeys of discovery. Aiming to ignite a lifelong passion for the boundless wonders of mathematics, the Pure Math Lecture dug into the elegance and power of mathematical reasoning. Dr. Lawrence A. Eclarin, an associate professor in the Department of Mathematics at Mariano Marcos State University, and Dr. Paul Reine Kennett L. Dela Rosa, an assistant professor in the Institute of Mathematics at the University of the Philippines Diliman, who shared their expertise in Pure Mathematics.
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Dr. Eclarin is currently the Chief of International Accreditation and an Associate Professor at Mariano Marcos State University, teaching general education subjects and professional courses. She took the Master of Science in Mathematics at the University of the Philippines - Baguio and Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics at the University of the Philippines - Diliman. She had several publications in the field of mathematics such as “Transitive Perfect Colorings of 2-Uniform Tilings” in 2014.
Dr. Eclarin addresses the concepts of Pattern and Symmetry to promote local industries. To generate mathematical patterns, she and her team formulated an algorithm that includes 2x2 matrices in canonical form with determinant n. The lecture emphasizes that while the mathematically generated patterns themselves hold no cultural value, they have paved the way for discovering means and resources to support our local weavers. The lecture highlighted that mathematics can significantly contribute to the growth of our local industries.
Dr. Dela Rosa is an assistant professor at the Institute of Mathematics at the University of the Philippines - Diliman, wherein he also earned his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Mathematics degrees from the said university. He obtained his PhD Mathematics degree from Drexel University in Philadelphia, USA. Recently, Dr. Dela Rosa was the Second Prize Winner in this year’s National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) Talent Search for Young Scientists.
Dr. Dela Rosa introduces the subjects of Linear Algebra, Matrix Theory, and Matrix Analysis, providing an overview of these areas which are highly useful in Quantum Information Theory. He also discussed his undergraduate advisee’s thesis on the Positive Partial Transpose Criterion (PPT). The PPT Criterion is a test for entanglement that plays a pivotal role in Quantum Information Theory, serving as a valuable resource in applications such as quantum cryptography and quantum computing. The lecture provided an opportunity to deepen our understanding of linear algebra and matrix analysis.