AIMS - Next Einstein Initiative

The “African Research, Education and Teaching Excellence” ARETE junior chairs where announced during the . AIMS Alumni are encouraged to apply. More info can be found on the NEI website

AIMS NEI | African Institute for Mathematical Sciences - NEXT EINSTEIN INITIATIVE Description: The AIMS ARETÉ Junior Chairs, supported by the Robert Bosch Stiftung, are new, high-profile and pioneering Junior Chair positions which are being created with the support of the Robert Bosch Stiftung (Germany). This programme will award a 5-year Junior Chair position to one AIMS Alumna/...

South African Minister of Home Affairs and former Minister of Science and Technology Naledi Pandor told the delegates of our Global Alumni Reunion that science is crucial to Africa's development and future, and that building these skills is therefore vital. She added that Africa needs to build "the ability to make difference in our continent ourselves". In order to succeed, Africa has to work with the rest of the world. Inclusiveness is key.

What do you think?

Next session of our Global Alumni Reunion (starting now!) revolves around Proudly African success stories when it comes to maths and science. Bright Simons, one of the speakers, is such example. Check out his profile: http://globalalumnireunion.org/speakers/

Speaker Martin Hilbert says that women spend 30% more time on social media compared then men and that science has become more social. It no longer just matter who you are and what you do, but with whom you are. Your thoughts?

Pop Quiz: What Maths & Science skills does Africa need most desperately? Your thoughts?