Secrets of the Surface: The Mathematical Vision of Maryam Mirzakhani, a film by George Csiscery
Update on 9 April 2020
In response to the Coronavirus / Covid-19 situation, we have unfortunately had to take the decision that this branch event will not go ahead on 7 May. We are sorry for the disappointment that this causes. Any future updates regarding the lecture will be advertised on the IMA website and via social media.
Abstract
Filmed in Canada, Iran, and the United States, Secrets of the Surface: The Mathematical Vision of Maryam Mirzakhani examines the life and mathematical work of Maryam Mirzakhani, an Iranian immigrant to the United States who became a superstar in her field. In 2014, she was both the first woman and the first Iranian to be honoured by mathematics’ highest prize, the Fields Medal. Mirzakhani’s contributions are explained in the film by leading mathematicians and illustrated by animated sequences. Her mathematical colleagues from around the world, as well as former teachers, classmates, and students in Iran today, convey the deep impact of her achievements. The path of her education, success on Iran’s Math Olympiad team, and her brilliant work, make Mirzakhani an ideal role model for girls looking toward careers in science and mathematics.
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