Institute of Mathematics and its Applications
North Hampshire, Surrey & Berkshire Branch 
North Hampshire, Surrey & Berkshire Branch
Welcome to the Home Page of the North Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire Branch of the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA). The details of upcoming talks and events as well as details of how to contact branch committee members can be found at this site.
| Talk Title: How to build an Olympic stadium |
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Presenter: Paul Shepherd Talk Date: 9th March 2010 Talk Time: 20:00 Location: Reading University Poster: Click Here Abstract: The Millennium Dome and Arsenal's breathtaking new Emirates Stadium are two of the country's most talked about structures. But did you know that maths has been critical to both? Mathematician and Engineer Paul Shepherd will explain how mathematics helps with roof design, spectators' views, and even making the grass grow better. If you think geometry has no relevance to the real world, think again. |
If you have any ideas or requests for branch events, please email us. The list of committee members is given in the link below.
You can find more general information about the organisation at the Institute's Home Page
Committee Events Page
Branch Meeting Minutes Page