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Workshop Fuchsian Differential Equations

11/05/2022 — 15/05/2022

@ Department of Mathematics, Instituto Superior Técnico, Lisbon

Fuchsian Differential Equations are ordinary linear equations typically with polynomial coefficients. As such they are susceptible to algebraic and arithmetic methods. 

For instance, their behaviour under reduction modulo a prime $p$ is still full of mysteries and unsolved conjectures. 

We will approach the topic in a very accessible and explicit manner, looking at concrete examples, computational aspects, various conjectures, and a comparison of main techniques.  

Organizer:  Herwig Hauser, Faculty of Mathematics, University of Vienna 

Workshop on Symplectic Dynamics

27/06/2022 — 01/07/2022

@ Instituto Superior Técnico, Lisboa, Portugal

This workshop aims to gather experts on Symplectic Geometry and Hamiltonian Dynamics in a leisurely ambiance. The program includes a small number of lectures, leaving plenty of time for informal discussions.

Bronze medal for IST/LMAC students at the SWERC 2021-2022 programming contest

24/04/2022

@ Milão

A team of three IST/Applied Mathematics and Computation (LMAC) students - David Nassauer, Pedro Dias, and Rui Zhu Wang - won a bronze medal at the South West European Regional Contest (SWERC) 2021-2022.

SWERC is a programming contest focused on algorithmic problem solving and practical coding. It is open to teams from France, Israel, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and Switzerland. SWERC serves as the regional selection phase for the International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC).

The 2020-2021 edition was organized by Politecnico di Milano and took place on April 23rd-24th in Milan. Outlaws (David Nassauer, Pedro Dias, and Rui Zhu Wang) ranked 12th among 97 teams from 49 institutions. Congratulations to Outlaws!

BPS State Counting, Holography and Quantum Information

31/08/2022 — 02/09/2022

@ Department of Mathematics, Instituto Superior Técnico, Lisboa, Portugal

This online international workshop brings together experts in quantum gravity and string theory to stimulate collaborative discussions and exchange of ideas on the latest developments and results in the field.

Organizers: Gabriel Lopes Cardoso, Suresh Nampuri.

Irene Fonseca was awarded the ISIMM Senior Prize 2022

16/06/2022

@ Symposium on Trends in Applications of Mathematics to Mechanics, Brescia

Irene Fonseca, the Kavčić-Moura University Professor of Mathematics and currently the Director of the Center for Nonlinear Analysis at Carnegie Mellon University, was awarded the  ISIMM Senior Prize 2022 in recognition of her contributions to the area of calculus of variations and to the mathematics of materials sciences, and for her service to the mathematics community. She also stands out for being an inspiring mentor and a role model for other women mathematicians.

Lisbon Young Mathematicians Conference 2022 (LYMC2022)

13/04/2022 — 14/04/2022

@ Faculdade de Ciências, Universidade de Lisboa

Lisbon Young Mathematicians Conference 2022 (LYMC2022) is a conference directed for Postdocs, PhD and Master students of Lisbon Universities. PhD and Master students will present short communications about their current research work.

The participation of prominent invited speakers will strongly contribute to the enrichment of knowledge, inspiring the young researchers.

The meeting intends to create an atmosphere conducive to sharing experiences and ideas among the young researchers, increasing their scientific background, to facilitate novel breakthroughs.

Participation is free of charge, but registration is mandatory.

Abel Prize 2022

23/03/2022

Dennis Parnell Sullivan (Stony Brook University, USA and Graduate School and University Center of the City University of New York, USA) is the recipient of the 2022 Abel Prize for Mathematics. 

In its citation, the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters, said Dennis Sullivan was honored “for his groundbreaking contributions to topology in its broadest sense, and in particular its algebraic, geometric and dynamical aspects.”

Workshop on Operator Theory, Complex Analysis, and Applications 2022 / WOTCA 2022

20/06/2022 — 24/06/2022

@ Universidade do Algarve, Faro, Portugal

The Workshop on Operator Theory, Complex Analysis, and Applications 2022 / WOTCA 2022 aims to bring together researchers working in Operator Theory, Complex Analysis, and their applications, namely in Mathematical Physics, and to create an opportunity to highlight the current state of the art in these fields, present open problems and engage in fruitful discussions.

This meeting follows eight previous WOTCA workshops.

Henrique Oliveira Invited Speaker at the European Mathematical Society 30th Anniversary Meeting

31/03/2022 09:00

@ ICMS, Bayes Centre, 47 Potterrow, Edinburgh

After two years of postponements due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 30th anniversary of the European Mathematical Society will be celebrated with a scientific meeting in Edinburgh, on March 31, 2022.

This meeting also aims to demonstrate the importance of Mathematics for Society. Henrique Oliveira was invited to give a presentation on Mathematics and COVID-19 in the Pandemic session.

Cristina Câmara was awarded a prize

08/02/2022 10:00

Cristina Câmara was awarded the Universidade de Lisboa / Caixa Geral de Depósitos Prize in the field of Pure and Applied Mathematics. The selection committee assessed the scientific merit of the research work of the candidates in 2016-2020.