Institute of Mathematics and its Applications

This October, Black Heroes of Mathematics will shine a spotlight on Black brilliance in mathematics. The Black Heroes of Mathematics Conference 2026 takes place on 7th–8th October, bringing together mathematicians, educators, students and advocates to celebrate the extraordinary contributions of Black role models in mathematics and mathematics education. The two-day event, delivered by the IMA, ICMS, the London Mathematical Society and Big Ideas, will combine the conference with a nationwide virtual Youth Festival, giving schools across the UK the chance to hear inspiring stories, take part in interactive sessions and meet mathematical role models. It is being held in Edinburgh for the first time. The conference is free and hybrid, so you can join from anywhere in the world. 📅 7th–8th October 2026 📍 ICMS, Bayes Centre, Edinburgh / Online Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eBXJVtAh  And keep an eye out for future posts from the IMA with more information about the event, speakers and how you can get involved. #BlackHeroesOfMathematics #BHOM26 #IMA

Good careers aren’t built alone. Sometimes the most useful thing you can have is someone who’s been there before. Someone to share experience, offer perspective, challenge your thinking or simply help you work out what comes next. IMA Exponential, is the IMA’s mentoring scheme connecting members from across the profession. Whether you’re looking for guidance as you develop your career, or you have experience you’d like to share with the next generation of mathematicians, Exponential gives IMA members the opportunity to build meaningful mentoring relationships across sectors and career stages. And it’s not just about what the mentee gains. Mentors can develop their leadership and communication skills, support their CPD and gain fresh perspectives from the people they work with. Open to all IMA members, regardless of experience level or job role. Find out more about IMA Exponential and get involved: https://lnkd.in/etAQK-E4  #IMA #Mathematics #Mentoring #CareerDevelopment #MathematicsCareers #CPD

IMA President Heather Tewkesbury is taking her Presidential Address on tour This October, Dr Heather Tewkesbury CMath FIMA brings her 2026 Presidential Address to the IMA South West & Wales Branch at the University of Bristol. Titled “Why Mathematics Matters: Sharing Experiences to Amplify Impact”, the address will explore how sharing our experiences and expertise can help mathematicians increase their influence and create greater impact across industry, government and the wider community. 📅 Wednesday 14th October 2026 📍 University of Bristol 🕕 6pm, with refreshments from 5:30pm The event is free and open to everyone, whether you're an IMA member or not. 👉 Book your spot on Eventbrite here: https://lnkd.in/e2meaTt9 #IMA #Mathematics #Maths #MathematicsMatters #STEM #Bristol #SouthWestWales

On Friday 24 July, the IMA held the National Best Maths Project Competition 2026. The event was a tremendous success, with 18 universities submitting nominations. The quality of the presentations was outstanding, and our panel faced the difficult task of selecting the winners from a very strong field.   We are pleased to announce that this year's winners are:  1st Place:  Ben le Jeune (Imperial College London) - Stochastic Resetting for General Inter-Particle Structures 2nd Place: Alice Henman (Durham University) - Life and Death in Evolution: Topics in Adaptive Dynamics 3rd Place (jointly awarded): Owen Walters (University of Sheffield) - Uniform Rationality of Surfaces in Algebraic Geometry Sophie Hegarty (University of the West of England) - Lagrangian Analysis of Four-Bar Cruciate Ligament Model Please look out for a full write up of the event in the October edition of Mathematics Today. #IMAMaths #BestMathsProject #Congratulations

Niels Henrik Abel • Born 5th August 1802 Niels Henrik Abel laid the foundations for much of modern algebra and analysis. At just 22 years old, he proved that there is no general solution by radicals for quintic equations, bringing centuries of mathematical pursuit to a definitive close. His pioneering work on elliptic functions continues to influence areas ranging from geometry and number theory to modern physics. Despite working with limited resources and receiving little recognition during his lifetime, Abel developed ideas that still underpin mathematics today. Abel died at the age of just 26, only months before learning he had been appointed to a university position. His legacy now lives on through the Abel Prize, one of the highest honours in mathematics, awarded each year in recognition of outstanding mathematical achievement. On what would have been his birthday, we celebrate a mathematician whose ideas continue to shape the world more than two centuries later. #MathematicsInHistory #IMA #NielsHenrikAbel #STEM #Mathematics

Congratulations to Professor Paul Glaister CBE, recipient of the 2026 IMA David Youdan Medal. The medal recognises Professor Glaister's sustained and outstanding contribution to the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications over many years. His dedication has shaped the profession through leadership in professional standards, mathematics education, accreditation and chartership, while helping to strengthen the mathematical community across the UK and beyond. Alongside an academic career spanning more than four decades, Professor Glaister has played a pivotal role within the IMA, serving on Council, the Executive Board and numerous committees. As Honorary Secretary and Chair of the Membership Committee, he has overseen the Institute's professional registrations and chartered designations, while championing excellence in mathematics education and professional recognition. The IMA David Youdan Medal is a fitting recognition of Professor Glaister's remarkable service and lasting impact on both the Institute and the wider mathematical sciences community. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dqenviar #IMAMaths #DavidYoudanMedal #ProfessorPaulGlaister

Can mathematics reveal hidden stories from history? Join the IMA Early Career Mathematicians Committee for the first event in the new 'Maths of' seminar series, exploring how mathematics is helping us understand the past in entirely new ways. We'll be joined by Dr Sebastian Ahnert (University of Cambridge), whose research uses network science to analyse more than 130,000 letters from the Tudor period. By mapping the relationships between over 20,000 individuals, his work uncovers hidden networks of power and offers historians new ways to explore one of the most turbulent periods in British history. We'll also hear from Alara Kaba (University of Bristol), who will introduce cliodynamics – an emerging field that applies mathematical modelling to the rise and fall of civilisations. Using ideas from nonlinear differential equations and fluid dynamics, her talk explores how mathematics can help explain historical change on a global scale. Whether you're interested in mathematics, history, or the fascinating overlap between the two, this free online seminar promises fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion. Book your place: https://lnkd.in/edkkvut7 #IMAEvents #IMA #MathsOfHistory

The 6th IMA–OR Society Conference on Management Mathematics will take place on 29th–30th April 2027 at The Studio (51 Lever Street, Manchester), bringing together researchers and practitioners working at the intersection of mathematics, management science and operational research. Formerly known as the Conference on the Mathematics of Operational Research, this event reflects the growing role of innovative mathematical methods in areas such as business analytics, decision‑making, optimisation and management practice. The programme will feature plenary talks from leading international experts, themed sessions, poster presentations and opportunities for discussion and collaboration. The conference welcomes contributions spanning theory, applications, algorithms, and software, with poster submissions particularly encouraged from PhD students. It offers a valuable forum for sharing work that connects mathematical insight with real‑world management challenges. 📣 Call for General Papers & Posters Abstracts should be 300-words, submitted as a Word document by 31st January 2027. Posters are particularly encouraged from PhD students. Book your place today, as well as submit your abstracts at https://my.ima.org.uk The OR Society #IMAConferences #IMAMaths #ManagementMathematics

Maths to Matchday: Data Analysis in Modern Football 📅 Tuesday 8th September 2026   🕠 5.30pm–6.30pm (AGM at 5.15pm)   📍 Sheffield Hallam University & online With the World Cup still fresh in everyone’s minds, this is a timely look at how mathematics is shaping modern football - not just on the pitch, but across the full operations of a professional club. On Tuesday 8th September, the IMA Yorkshire Branch welcomes Grace Brandon, Data Analyst at a Championship Football Club, for a talk on how models, visualisations, analytical techniques and coding skills support decision‑making across commercial activity, staffing, performance analysis and physical monitoring. Grace will share how mathematical training and industry experience translate into actionable insights that give clubs a competitive edge on and off the pitch. The session is open to all - in person at Sheffield Hallam University or online.   Booking is required to help the Branch track attendance and communicate any changes. The Branch AGM takes place beforehand at 5.15pm, and all interested members of the mathematical community are welcome to attend and get involved in shaping future activity across the Yorkshire region. Register your interest and find out more here: https://lnkd.in/evVWzreE   #IMAEvents #MathematicsInAction #SportsAnalytics #FootballData #DataScience #YorkshireBranch #IMA2026