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- #32: Quanta, MoMath and communicating mathematics with Alex Kontorovic
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Professor Alex Kontorovic joins the podcast to talk about New York's award-winning MoMath, Quanta magazine, communicating mathematics and inspiring the young.48 min - #31 From rural Zimbabwe to international mathematics: an interview with Professor Anotida Madzvamuse
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Professor Anotida Madzvamuse (Sussex) joins Dan Aspel to talk about mathematical biology, a childhood spent farming in rural Zimbabwe, and his advice for young African mathematicians looking to follow his example.46 min - #30 “Exit strategy”: Director David Abrahams looks back on his 2016-2021 tenure at INI
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In episode #30 Dan Aspel speaks to outgoing INI Director David Abrahams about his five-year tenure at INI, a tremendous summer of sport, and what excitement the future brings.49 min - #29 All about Plus magazine, with Marianne Freiberger and Rachel Thomas
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In episode #29 Dan Aspel speaks to Dr Marianne Freiberger and Rachel Thomas of Plus magazine about spreading a love of mathematics, and a new collaborative relationship with INI.37 min - Cambridge Philosophical Society mini-series #3: Dr Jay Taylor
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In recent years, the generous support of the Cambridge Philosophical Society has allowed INI to further support the attendance of early career researchers in its programmes and workshops. This third of three interviews speaks to one such recipient: Dr Jay Taylor.16 min - Cambridge Philosophical Society mini-series #2: Dr Elena Luca
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In recent years, the generous support of the Cambridge Philosophical Society has allowed INI to further support the attendance of early career researchers in its programmes and workshops. This second of three interviews speaks to one such recipient: Dr Elena Luca19 min - Cambridge Philosophical Society mini-series #1: Dr Francisco Sahli
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In recent years, the generous support of the Cambridge Philosophical Society has allowed INI to further support the attendance of early career researchers in its programmes and workshops. This first of three interviews speaks to one such recipient: Dr Francisco Sahli.15 min - “Art of INI” mini-series #1: What can maths offer art and art offer maths?
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In this first of an "Art of INI" miniseries, host Dan Aspel is joined by INI staff Barry Phipps (Curator of Art and Science) and David Abrahams (Director) to discuss whether the worlds of mathematics and art share common ground.47 min - #28 Twenty-seven years of progress: an interview with Professor Valerie Isham
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Valerie Isham joins Dan and Ciara to discuss nearly 30 years of involvement in INI actiivities, from 1993's "Epidemic Models" to the present day.44 min - #27 “An ecology of people telling it how it is”: an interview with Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter
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In this episode, David Spiegelhalter joins the podcast to talk about a frenetic six months of risk communication, and more.36 min
About Living Proof: the Isaac Newton Institute podcast
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The Isaac Newton Institute is the world's foremost mathematical research centre. Living Proof aims to highlight the diverse people and interconnected topics linked to its many activities.…
Interviewees range from visiting academics and lecturers to mathematicians, other scientists, musicians, artists, students, and prominent figures within the University of Cambridge and beyond. The podcast typically involves mathematical themes, but is specifically aimed at a general audience. The focus is on the subjects being interviewed and the social stories they have to tell, not just on the significance and details of the research they may be undertaking. We hope there is interest and inspiration here for everyone.- The Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences (UK) is an international research centre based in Cambridge, UK. A part of the University of Cambridge, it has been hosting research programmes on mathematical themes since July 1992. Visit > www.newton.ac.uk/news/ini-podcast