Kate has been awarded a second prize in the IMA Leslie Fox Prize in Numerical Analysis for her research paper and presentation of the paper. She was one of six finalists out of a large number of submissions.
A first prize was awarded to James Foster who was previously a PhD student and postdoc here in Oxford Mathematics.
The prize is among the most prestigious in literary fiction, so it's good to see mathematics represented.
Road closures that will happen just after Gate 7 from 14th July for 2.5 weeks, possibly 3 weeks:
There will be pedestrian access down the side of maths to the East west link (next to Somerville)
No pedestrian access down past Gibson/ Harkness/ GTC during this time
Vehicle access will still be available from Gate 7 to car lifts and the revolving maths doors/ disabled parking
Image: Emily Pryor - Roadworks
Erica Thompson's recent Oxford Mathematics Public Lecture is now available if you want to drop in.
We made a film about knots which received a lot of feedback (from boy scouts and retired sailors rather than mathematicians). So we made a follow-up. Over to you Sergio.
Reuben College is currently advertising for two Governing Body Fellows and two Research Fellows – all within its AI & Machine Learning theme. The fellowships are open to those currently employed by the University in their substantive role, and start in September 2025.
Are you an academic, researcher, or PhD candidate in Medical Sciences or MPLS aiming to share your research with a global audience? We’re offering two excellent opportunities to learn about writing for The Conversation, publisher of research-based news and analysis worldwide.
Session 1: Introduction to Writing for The Conversation
Session 2: Interactive Writing Workshop
Image: Jean Baptiste Vanmour - The Conversation
The Interim Head of the Equality and Diversity Unit, Marilyn Verghis, is delighted to invite staff and students to an Equali-tea on Tuesday, 1 July from 10.30-11.30am. The tea will be hosted by the Department of Statistics, 24-29 St Giles.
Please come along to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and cakes, and hear from Marilyn about the University’s equality, diversity and inclusion work. Head of Department, Christl Donnelly will also talk briefly about their current EDI activities. There will be an opportunity to meet fellow staff and students as well as members of the Equality and Diversity Unit.
The informal session is open to all staff and students and there is no need to book.
An online staff briefing on proposals for a temporary congestion charge in Oxford have been arranged with the County Council. This will take place at 11.30am-12.30pm on Monday 30 June. Colleagues interested in the proposals and their potential impact are welcome to join using the Teams links provided.
Following a University-wide communications survey in January 2025, the Internal Communications team is inviting staff to take part in follow-up discussion groups or share their views through a short, anonymous questionnaire during July. The aim is to gather more nuanced feedback that will help shape how the University communicates with staff in the future.
Complete the Expression of Interest Form
Image: Thomas Gainsborough - The Painter's Daughters Chasing a Butterfly
The Academy for the Mathematical Sciences is actively seeking applications for its first cohort of Fellows. The closing date for applications is Monday 15th September, 2025 at 23.59 (UK time).
Further details, for both Applicants and their Sponsors, about the role of Fellows and the application process can be found here.
Cream Tea Special (27 June - 31 July) - treat yourself to a traditional cream tea for only £3.90: freshly baked scone + Tiptree strawberry jam + clotted cream + a drink
Afternoon Muffin Deal - buy any hot drink after 2pm and get a muffin for only £2. Available from Tuesday 1 July
Salad & Drink Combo for lunch - any salad box or salad bar plus any drink for only £5.40
Have you tried our Bubble tea? Enjoy a variety of refreshing flavours, including Pineapple or Passionfruit Jasmine Tea with Lychee Boba for only £3.95
Image: Georges Braque - Napkin, Knife, and Pears
The put-down song has a long and honourable tradition in music right up to the present day (Taylor Swift is keen). Dee Dee Warwick, Dionne's sister, clearly means every word. Check out the last 25 seconds.