Michelle Snider
I love being able to apply mathematical thinking to problems perhaps not thought of as classical mathematical problems…I could not have predicted the path that I’ve been on, and certainly would never say that I had a plan all along. I am happy to do lots of different things, but it matters a lot to me who I spend my time with… →
Nadia Abdelal
There is a little scientist in all of us, one who is compelled to ask questions, be curious, seek synergy, and find beauty. We don’t often connect these things to the learning of mathematics, but we should… →
Mónica D. Morales-Hernández
By exploring the intersection of social justice and mathematics, students gain a broader perspective on how their skills can contribute to meaningful change in society… →
Edith Opoku Acheampong
Back in elementary school, I did not like mathematics. It was a subject I never wanted to learn or have anything to do with. However, in senior High School I chose to take mathematics seriously. I started to study it. Since then, I have been very good at mathematics and even teach others. I have had scholarships due to mathematics. Mathematics is indeed taking me far… →
Liliana Esquivel
My passion is mathematics—its structure, its theorems, and ultimately, its beauty. I believe that by sharing this passion, I can inspire others to appreciate the elegance and depth of mathematics… →
Jyoti U. Devkota
Despite having very limited good quality educational resources in mathematics, I have tried to persevere as a student, professional and a researcher. Mathematics has always been a labor of love for me… →
Dorcas Seshie Afi Mawutor
I want to inspire other young girls, especially those from Africa, to pursue their passions in STEM fields. Curiosity has been my driving force, and I intend to keep it that way… →
Jenna Race
I have heard many people say that math is so stressful to them that it makes them cry. In contrast, I have wept with wonder when recounting how the universe makes sense when math proofs are worked out… →
Marta Pittavino
Mathematics was like a game to me: MatheMagics, a sort of puzzle where connecting different pieces represented solving equations, revealing the solutions behind them and the underlying functions… →
Anastasia Molchanova
(…) The “bottleneck” effect in academia — a surplus of opportunities for pursuing PhD and postdoc positions but limited permanent positions available — creates an atmosphere of uncertainty and instability in your life… →
Kira Wetzel
As I move forward, I will continue to champion gender equality and work towards dismantling the barriers that hold us back. I will strive to be the mentor and ally I wish I had when I was starting out. By embracing our unique strengths and fostering a supportive community, I believe we can create a more inclusive and equitable world for all… →
Robyn Shuttleworth
I had always envisioned myself in academia, however, through a chance encounter on social media, I came into a position within industry in the field of cellular rejuvenation… →
Gitta Kutyniok
I decided to embrace this paradigm shift and delve research-wise into artificial intelligence. Looking back, this was one of the best decisions in my life… →
Ricki Rosendahl
(…) I switched to studying mathematics at the university and went my way to diploma, PhD, being a mother, a teacher, a developer of final exams in math, to leadership in the climate and sustainability working group… →
Zoe Nieraeth (she/her)
Despite all of this, I have come to a point where I can proudly announce that I am a woman and a mathematician. The fact that I am a woman is an act of defiance. My existence is political. As we are striving for equity in mathematics, ironically, the work yet again falls on our shoulders. We are the ones who have to labor to be seen. Who have to fight to be heard. Who have to tell our stories… →
Divyanshi Mehrotra
From not being able to pass my Math exam in Grade 9 to becoming the Content Head of Creative Mathematics at a private company… →
Juliana Fernandes da Silva
The math-life balance also comes as a challenge, while trying to fulfill the pressure to be productive and achieve personal goals outside work at the same time… →
Fulya Kula
My goal is to make sure that research in the didactics of mathematics is actually applied in mathematical teaching. In this way, mathematics education research can really make an impact on the way mathematics is taught… →
Christina Schenk
Being a researcher can be equally rewarding and frustrating. But the best part about being a researcher is that learning in a diverse multidisciplinary international environment is your job and that you have the opportunity to make an impact on critical topics, such as sustainability… →