19th Math Conference Starts Under Auspices Of Islamia University Of Bahawalpur

The 19th International Pure Mathematics Conference 2018 (19th IPMC 2018) jointly organized by the Islamia University of Bahawalpur and Higher Education Commission began here in Islamabad this morning.

BAHAWALPUR, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 17th Aug, 2018 ) :The 19th International Pure Mathematics Conference 2018 (19th IPMC 2018) jointly organized by the Islamia University of Bahawalpur and Higher Education Commission began here in Islamabad this morning. Other partner organizations included Pakistan Mathematical Society, Advanced Institute of Mathematical Sciences and Algebra Forum.

The theme of this three day conference is Algebra, Geometry and Analysis and is being participated by 150 delegates including 60 speakers and keynote speakers from Pakistan and abroad. International Pure Mathematics Conference has become the only forum in Pakistan bringing renowned and eminent mathematicians from around the world on one platform providing unique opportunity for researchers and scholars to share their latest ideas in this field. Acknowledging the importance of the discipline the chief guest Prof. Dr. Arshad Ali, Executive Director, Higher Education Commission said that Mathematics has a vital role in the development of science and technology around the world and its innovations are benefiting people. He asked academia to focus on nurturing social values among students besides imparting education in their particular fields. Pakistan being one of the important countries in global affairs cannot compromise on latest advancement in science and technology, and Mathematics being backbone of science, Pakistan cannot afford to lag behind in this field.

Our scholars and researchers in Mathematics should remain in touch with international mathematicians; our universities can facilitate such interactions by holding seminars, workshops, conferences and promoting exchange programs. He praised Conference Convener Prof Dr Qaiser Mushtaq and his team for sustained efforts and creating the forum of International Pure Mathematics Conference in generating a true mathematical culture in mathematics. He assured his full support in organizing such events on large scale. Earlier, Prof Dr Qaiser Mushtaq, Vice Chancellor the Islamia University of Bahawalpur and President Pakistan Mathematical Society in his welcome address briefed the participants about historical background, contribution and significance of thematic mathematical conference series (IPMCs) being held since 2000. He thanked HEC, Prof Dr Abdul Basit Chancellor, Preston University and participating organizations for their support in making the event a great success. After the inaugural session, technical sessions were held in which experts highlighted various areas of Mathematics.