Why do some promising ideas become lasting impact while others never get off the ground? 

Guillaume Pousaz, founder of Checkout.com and Pousaz Philanthropies, joins Professor Constantin Coussios, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Innovation, to discuss how ideas become real, what innovation ecosystems need to thrive, and what it takes to build something new. The conversation will be followed by an open Q&A.

Monday 9 November, 3.30-4.30pm, Sir Victor Blank Lecture Theatre, Weston Library

3.5 year fully funded postgraduate PhD studentship on Hairy Hydrodynamics: Mathematical Modelling and Analysis of Fluid Flow Over and Through Fibre Coated Surfaces at the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Bath in the UK. The studentship is open to both UK and non-UK applicants.

Further details can be found at:

In 1963 soon-to-be Prime Minister Harold Wilson gave one of the most iconic speeches in UK politics. The future would be forged in the 'white heat of technology'. It still resonates.

Prof Alain Goriely explains the cracking science behind the whip.

A reminder that this week’s Fridays@2 session in L1 will feature a panel discussion on "What is it like to do a PhD in Maths?"

If you've ever wondered what doing mathematical research is really like, or whether a DPhil might be right for you, this is a chance to hear directly from current DPhil students about their experiences.

Festive Hot Drinks - Coming soon

Cinnamon Bun Latte and S’mores Hot Chocolate

Festive Grab & Go - From 9 November

Enjoy our new Festive Cheeseboard Baguette (V) or Pigs in Blankets Baguette, both priced at £4.65. Make it a meal deal for just £6.95, including a main, drink and snack.

Neal Street Rewards - Until 30 November

The Mathematical Institute has issued a public statement on artificial intelligence, its impact on mathematics and the steps we are taking to enable our research, our researchers and our teaching to thrive in the new environment. 

Read it here