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John Einmahl: professor of the exceptional
08th September 2023Today, professor John Einmahl says farewell to Tilburg University. As a mathematician on a campus populated by economists, lawyers, psychologists and sociologists, he has spent decades researching what is known as extreme value theory: the mathematics of the exceptional.
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Farewell address John Einmahl: Mathematics is too profound to fit the mold of usable science
01st September 2023On September 8th, mathematician John Einmahl will deliver his farewell speech at Tilburg University. In a time when science is expected to be practically applicable and societally usable, the departing professor reminds us of the intrinsic importance of his beloved field of mathematics. Mathematics, the science of eternal truths, is too profound and all-encompassing to be reduced to a practical application.
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Veni grant for Thomas Breugem: the world’s unprecedented humanitarian needs call for more efficient aid
04th August 2023Thomas Breugem has been awarded a Veni grant for his important research on optimizing humanitarian aid. By developing mathematical models, he will support humanitarian organizations in operating as effectively as possible in times of unprecedented needs worldwide.