National Science Week High School Workshop: Infinity mathematics
SMRI will host an after-school workshop for high school students at the University of Sydney to celebrate National Science Week on Wednesday 14 August 2024.
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What makes mathematicians excited about solving equations?
Partake in the excitement of mathematical discovery with Professor Andrej Bauer, who will uncover the beauty and intricate structure of equation solving.
Free
The theory of numbers: From ancient Greece to the 21st century
This lecture explored key ideas in the theory of numbers, as developed over the last two thousand-plus years, and also focussed on emphasizing how symmetries of mathematical problems, some obvious but some not-so-obvious, play a hidden role in the nature of their solutions.
Presented by esteemed mathematician Prof Matthew Emerton as part of the 2024 Mahler Lecture Tour.
Free
Unpacking the AI Survival Kit – high school workshop
This workshop for high school students, with Prof Po-Shen Loh, will take an in-depth look at some of the creative ways to approach solving problems.
Po-Shen Loh is a social entrepreneur, inventor and mathematics professor at Carnegie Mellon University.
Free
Using Maths to Invent Solutions to Large-Scale Human Problems, just in time to survive AI
“Why are we learning this?” — the dreaded question, often received by mathematics educators, is addressed in this public lecture by Professor Po-Shen Loh of Carnegie Mellon University. In this much anticipated talk, Prof Loh will share his story of using his maths-professor background to devise new solutions to practical problems that affect our whole society.
The talk will be moderated by Professor Francis Su of Harvey Mudd College, current visitor at the Sydney Mathematical Research Institute
Free
Professor Po-Shen Loh Sydney Visit 2024
Mathematics professor, social entrepreneur, inventor and SMRI guest, Professor Po-Shen Loh, presented four public events during his visit in Sydney, including a public lecture, two seminars and a high school workshop. May 2024
International Women in Mathematics Day event
To celebrate International Women in Mathematics Day, SMRI hosted a fun event with trivia, animated shorts and a ‘Spotlight on Women in Maths at The University of Sydney’.
Free
Geometry: The archetype of beauty
Geometry was born from practical needs in ancient civilisations. Over the years, geometry has pushed boundaries of abstract and philosophical thought, facilitated scientific discoveries, and left an imprint in the finest art pieces.
Mathematician Milena Radnovic gave a public lecture on 14 March 2024 to celebrate the International Day of Mathematics, aka Pi Day 3.14.
Free
Pi Day 2024 high school workshops
SMRI hosted two after-school workshops for high school students at the University of Sydney on Tuesday 12 and Wednesday 13 March to celebrate the International Day of Mathematics (aka “Pi Day”).
Free
Math Circle School Talks – Morning and afternoon talks
SMRI hosted two talks at the University of Sydney on Saturday 26 August for primary and high school students and teachers. The talks were presented by mathematician Quan Lam from the Berkeley Math Circle.
Free
The mathematics of twisting somersaults: National Science Week 2023 public lecture
What do a space station, a falling cat, and a springboard diver have in common? They are able to reorient themselves while in free fall.
In this talk by University of Sydney mathematician Professor Holger Dullin, he explored the principles behind this phenomenon.
Free
Women in Mathematics Day 2023 “Olga Ladyzhenskaya” film screening
To celebrate Women in Mathematics Day (12 May), SMRI hosted a screening of the short documentary “Olga Ladyzhenskaya” (2022) by acclaimed filmmaker Ekaterina Eremenko.
Everyone was welcome, particularly high school and university students of all genders.
Free