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101 women mathematicians attends 3-day IIT-P conference
Patna: A three-day annual conference on "The Indian women and mathematics" commenced at the Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IIT-P) here on Thursday, with the enthusiastic participation of 101 women mathematicians drawn from across the country.
Inaugurating the conference, IIT-P director T N Singh eulogized India's rich mathematical heritage and recalled the valuable contribution of Aryabhatta and other distinguished mathematicians of the country. "Without mathematics, nothing can truly be imagined," he said.
Organising secretary of the conference, Kumari Saloni, emphasised the importance of providing a dedicated platform for women in mathematics.
He said, "The conference would foster meaningful academic engagement and mentorship for women in mathematical sciences, and bring together women researchers at the national forefront by highlighting their innovative ideas."
IIT-P's academic dean A K Thakur highlighted the institution's commitment to fostering a thriving culture of mathematical research, with special reference to women.
"The conference would feature 24 parallel sessions spanning a wide range of mathematical disciplines, along with three plenary talks, three invited lectures, and six presentations by early-career researchers.
Poster sessions would offer young mathematicians the opportunity to engage directly with established experts, encouraging mentorship and collaboration," said the organising secretary.
Supported by the National Board for Higher Mathematics (NBHM) under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Govt of India, this conference marks a significant step toward fostering inclusivity and advancing women's leadership in the mathematical sciences.
