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‘Cosmic inflation’: did the early cosmos balloon in size? A mirror universe going backwards in time may be a simpler explanation – Prof. Neil Turok

2024-10-25

Professor Neil Turok, the founder of the AIMS Network and current Higgs Chair of Theoretical Physics at the University of Edinburgh, in a feature by The Conversation, shares his latest insights on the fundamental questions shaping our understanding of the universe. “We live in a golden age for learning about the universe. Our most powerful […]

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‘Cosmic inflation’: did the early cosmos balloon in size? A mirror universe going backwards in time may be a simpler explanation – Prof. Neil Turok

Professor Neil Turok, the founder of the AIMS Network and current Higgs Chair of Theoretical Physics at the University of Edinburgh, in a feature by The Conversation, shares his latest insights on the fundamental questions shaping our understanding of the universe. “We live in a golden age for learning about the universe. Our most powerful […]

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AIMS awarded with the Royal Academy of Belgium’s prestigious Academy Prize for 2023

On 5th October 2024, the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences(AIMS) received the Academy Prize 2023 from the Académie Royale de Belgique (Royal Academy of Belgium). Founded in 1769 and reorganized by a Royal Decree of King Leopold I in 1845, the Academy develops several activities including, in particular, the awarding of prizes, the subsidization of […]

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AIMS Graduation 2023/2024: Celebrating Young Talents across Africa

As the 2023/2024 academic year draws to a close, the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) is proud to celebrate the graduation of Master’s students across our Centers in South Africa (33), Senegal (56), Ghana (118), Cameroon (59) and Rwanda (45) bringing this year’s graduating cohort to 311. These dedicated and talented individuals now join […]

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AIMS-DFG Collaboration Visits Programme

The AIMS-DFG Collaboration Visits Programme in mathematics promotes mobility within the framework of the initiation of international collaborations. This call for applications for the AIMS-DFG Collaboration Visits Programme is open to interested AIMS researchers. Under this programme, the DFG and AIMS support the initiation of international research collaborations in the mathematical sciences between researchers from African countries and researchers […]

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AIMS and York University Forge Stronger Collaborative Ties in Advancing Mathematical Sciences

In a recent meeting hosted by York University, representatives from the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Network, and York University gathered to discuss the AIMS model and explore opportunities to strengthen their collaborative efforts. The event brought together key faculty members from York University, including the President and Vice-chancellor Prof. Rhonda Lenton, Amir Asif, Vice-President […]

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AIMS – University of Waterloo Summit: Renewing Partnerships and Shaping the Future of Science in Africa’s Youth

On May 27, 2024, a delegation from the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Network met with representatives from the Centre for Education in Math and Computing (CEMC) and the Faculty of Mathematics, University of Waterloo, to celebrate a new phase in their ongoing partnership. Established in 2003, AIMS remains a pan-African network of postgraduate […]

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Siyakhula – We Are Growing (AIMS @20 Celebrations)

The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) is turning 20, the German Research Chairs in Africa are turning 12, and the (DSI-NRF) Centre of Excellence in Mathematical and Statistical Sciences (CoE-MaSS) is turning 10! We invite you to a week-long festival aimed at strengthening the mathematical sciences across Africa. We will celebrate Africa’s rich mathematical […]

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The AIMS International Governing Board thanks Ms. Lydie Hakizimana for her service

Ms. Lydie Hakizimana has recently informed us of her decision to step down from her position as AIMS CEO on June 30th, 2023. Every one of us who cares deeply about AIMS owes Lydie a huge debt of gratitude. She stepped in as our CEO during a time of immense difficulty for our organisation due […]

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#AlumoftheWeek — Jean de Dieu Murera Gisa, Coop AIMS Rwanda ‘19

The Cooperative Masters run at the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences is an 18-month program with a mandatory and intentionally-placed 6-month internship opportunity in selected industries for its students. This approach exposes learners to the corporate world before they are officially and gainfully employed. The internship period aids in sharpening skills and brings to light […]

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 #AlumoftheWeek — Kouagou N’Dah Jean, AIMS SA ’19 & AMMI ‘21

You would often want to hear from scholars who have gone through the mines to inspire you to pursue your dreams. This edition of the #AlumoftheWeek highlights the story of Kouagou N’Dah Jean. An AIMS South Africa and AMMI Ghana Alumnus who has given his best to pursue the goal set before him, and these […]

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 #AlumoftheWeek — John Ndolo AIMS Ghana ‘21

One secret to success is giving all your energy to your aim. Digging deeper to find all the resources that can get you there and making all the sacrifices there is to make. This attitude has been the exact thing we can say about the students we train at AIMS. They go all out to […]

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A conversion with Dr. Rhoda Hawkins

As a child I was fascinated by the natural world around me and wanted to understand things. My love of nature, God’s creation, and questioning mind led me to study science. I dreamed of being a scientist because I found the idea of doing scientific research exciting. I’ve also always enjoyed teaching and seeing the […]

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‘Cosmic inflation’: did the early cosmos balloon in size? A mirror universe going backwards in time may be a simpler explanation – Prof. Neil Turok

Professor Neil Turok, the founder of the AIMS Network and current Higgs Chair of Theoretical Physics at the University of Edinburgh, in a feature by The Conversation, shares his latest insights on the fundamental questions shaping our understanding of the universe. “We live in a golden age for learning about the universe. Our most powerful […]

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AIMS awarded with the Royal Academy of Belgium’s prestigious Academy Prize for 2023

On 5th October 2024, the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences(AIMS) received the Academy Prize 2023 from the Académie Royale de Belgique (Royal Academy of Belgium). Founded in 1769 and reorganized by a Royal Decree of King Leopold I in 1845, the Academy develops several activities including, in particular, the awarding of prizes, the subsidization of […]

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The AIMS International Governing Board thanks Ms. Lydie Hakizimana for her service

Ms. Lydie Hakizimana has recently informed us of her decision to step down from her position as AIMS CEO on June 30th, 2023. Every one of us who cares deeply about AIMS owes Lydie a huge debt of gratitude. She stepped in as our CEO during a time of immense difficulty for our organisation due […]

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L’Institut Panafricain des Sciences Mathématiques organise une nouvelle édition de la Semaine Africaine des Sciences du Next Einstein Forum au Burkina-Faso, Niger et Tchad.

Kigali, le 24 janvier 2023 – L’Institut Panafricain des Sciences Mathématiques (AIMS), avec le soutien de l’Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF), par l’intermédiaire de l’Unité Égalité femmes-hommes (UEFH) annonce aujourd’hui le lancement de la Semaine Africaine des Sciences (SAS) du Next Einstein Forum (NEF) qui se déroulera simultanément au Burkina-Faso, au Niger et au […]

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Schmidt Futures, Rhodes Trust and AIMS Announce Second Cohort of Rise Global Winners: One Hundred Brilliant 15- to 17-Year-Olds Supported with Benefits to Serve Others for Life

Global Program Expands its Community of Next Generation Leaders to 22 New Countries [KIGALI, RWANDA], 27 September 2022 – Today, Schmidt Futures, in partnership with the Rhodes Trust, announced the second cohort of 100 Rise Global Winners. Rise finds brilliant people who need opportunity and supports them for life as they work to serve others. […]

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AIMS and Bending Spoons Partnership

Bending Spoons, a Milan-based technology company specializing in the development and marketing of mobile apps, and the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) are pleased to have launched the Synapse AI Symposium on 22 July 2002. The inaugural symposium provided an opportunity to address significant advancements and debate some of the most pressing questions facing […]

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AIMS NEI and iSQI Partner to Boost the Skills of  Youth in Africa!

The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences – Next Einstein Initiative (AIMS-NEI) and the International Software Quality Institute (iSQI GmbH) have entered a long-term partnership to boost the skills of youth in Africa. The partnership seeks to certify the skills of young Africans including students and teachers at AIMS-NEI centres in Rwanda, Ghana, Cameroon, Senegal and […]

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AIMS partners with Google to pursue joint research interests while strengthening research collaborations in Africa.

Accra, Ghana. May 25th, 2022.  – In advancing the frontiers of scientific research in areas of specialization like artificial intelligence, the African Institute of Mathematical Sciences – Ghana (AIMS Ghana) has signed a Masters Sponsored Research Agreement (MSRA) with Google Research. The agreement seeks to further strengthen the partnership between both institutions as part of […]

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AIMS and IVADO Renew Partnership to Advance STEM in Africa

The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) and the Institute for Data Valorization (IVADO), with the financial support of the Canada First Research Excellence Fund, recently renewed a two-year, CAD $200,000 partnership to host supervised research internships for AIMS masters students at its world-class Montreal-based research universities. This innovative partnership will award 16 scholarships to […]

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Le projet « Recherches en résidence CIRM-AIMS » retenu dans le cadre du « Dispositif de Soutien aux Collaborations avec l’Afrique subsaharienne » du CNRS

Dakar, 5 juillet 2021 — Le projet « Recherches en résidence CIRM-AIMS » a été sélectionné dans le cadre de l’appel à projet 2021 « Dispositif de Soutien aux Collaborations avec l’Afrique subsaharienne » du Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS). Fruit d’une collaboration entre le Centre International de Rencontres Mathématiques (CIRM) et l’Institut Africain des Sciences Mathématiques […]

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AIMS and Baden-Württemberg International (BW_i) host virtual conference on digitalization and health

KIGALI, 21 April 2021 -The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) and Baden-Württemberg International (BW_i) have kicked off a virtual scientific conference under the theme “How can digitalization contribute to a more resilient global health”. Launched to bring together young scientists from Africa and Germany, the two-day (April 20-21) event will provide a unique platform for knowledge […]

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Déclaration de la PDG d’AIMS sur la Célébration de la Journée Internationale des Femmes et des Filles de Science

Thème : Les femmes scientifiques à la pointe de la lutte contre la COVID-19 Aujourd’hui, nous célébrons toutes les femmes de science du monde entier, en particulier celles qui sont à la pointe de la lutte contre la COVID-19. Selon l’UNESCO, moins de 30 % des chercheurs dans le monde sont des femmes, et seulement 30 […]

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#NEF2018 Parallel Session: Changing the Way We Learn: Building Scientific Culture Early On

This session addressed critical points for the continent to build a pipeline of researchers and innovators. Panelists talked on how to build scientific culture early, looking at global best practices and as well providing recommendations on how to strengthen early and tertiary education. On panel we have Nathalie Munyampenda, Managing Director, Next Einstein Forum moderator […]

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Rencontrez la promotion 2019/2020 de AIMS Sénégal!

Cette année, nous avons admis 58 étudiants, dont 31% de femmes, de 15 pays africains. Découvrez les prochains Einstein de l’Afrique ! […]

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Elizabeth Dadzie

“I’m currently working on pricing & hedging of weather-linked insurance derivatives. My long-term plan is to lead a fight against climate change in #Africa & around the world, as well as help fix food security issues in Africa,”Elizabeth Dadzie, research student at AIMS Ghana. […]

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Blaise Tchapnda, AIMS Rwanda Academic Director

Meet Prof. Blaise Tchapnda, the Academic Director for AIMS Rwanda talking about the role of AIMS in increasing the number of young mathematicians and how the use of maths can be used to solve real life challenges. […]

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AIMS RUN

The AIMS Teacher Training Program, (TTP) organized a run for science in Kigali, Rwanda that launched the “Adopt a village for science” campaign aimed at raising funds to support the AIMS community based interventions. […]

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Harnessing Big Data

#AIMSBigDtata workshop on Harnessing Big Data. […]

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AIMS Senegal Graduation June 2019

Dix-sept diplômés à AIMS Sénégal, session juin 2019. […]

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AIMS Senegal UN IVY STEM

AIMS a rejoint le programme UN IVY STEM pour soutenir le mentorat des lycéennes en Afrique. Dix filles du Collège Saint-Esprit de Mbour, Sénégal étaient liées à des mentors des universités de la Ivy League par le biais de séances hebdomadaires d’échange en ligne. Les élèves ont pu terminer leurs projets qui portaient sur l’eau […]

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