The IMA is partnering in Mathematics of Planet Earth 2013, a year-long program to showcase the role of mathematics in developing a better understanding of dynamic processes affecting Planet Earth, ranging from geophysical systems governing climate to economic and financial activity.

This initiative has partners across the globe, including the IMA, and aims to promote the essential relevance of mathematics in planetary issues, raise awareness of mathematics, address global challenges through mathematics, and create a context for mathematical and interdisciplinary developments.

A flyer for promoting these events is now available for posting in your departments.

Workshops

• Stochastic Modeling of the Oceans and Atmosphere, March 11-15, 2013.
• Mathematical and Computational Challenges in the Control, Optimization, and Design of Energy-Efficient Buildings, June 11-14, 2013
• Hot Topics Workshop on Geospatial Imaging, September 23-26, 2013
• Predictability in Earth System Processes, November 11-15, 2013

Other Activities

• Competition for an open source exhibition of virtual modules
  Enter the competition to create an interactive module, film, or illustration(s) for an open-source, virtual exhibition as part of Mathematics of Planet Earth 2013.
• IMA Public Lecture by Martin Nowak, Program for Evolutionary Dynamics,Harvard University, Tuesday, October 8, 2013, Coffman Theater, University of Minnesota campus, 7:00 p.m. with a welcome reception from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. in the Mississippi Room. We would like to thank the Simons Foundation for making possible this Mathematics of Planet Earth 2013 lecture series, which will take place at nine international sites throughout 2013.
• Joint IMA/Mathematics and Climate Research Network Seminar

Please check back for further details and other announcements.