The event comprises two lectures featuring the Hirst Lecture 2026 by Professor June Barrow-Green on contributions to the history of mathematics.
The meeting includes a supporting lecture by Dr Brigitte Stenhouse on 'Learning by letters: The mathematical education of Mary Somerville (1780-1872)' and the Hirst Lecture by Professor June Barrow-Green on 'Hilda Hudson (1881-1965) – a very expert mathematician'. Programme: registration 14:30, welcome 15:00, lecture 15:30, break 16:30, Hirst Lecture 17:00, reception 18:00 (BST).
Topics & Focus Areas
Mathematical education of Mary SomervilleHilda Hudson's contributions to geometry, Cremona transformations, mathematical epidemiology, aeronauticsWomen's roles in mathematicsHistory of mathematics
Official Conference Website
Visit the official website of LMS Spitalfields History of Mathematics Meeting and Hirst Lecture 2026 for registration details, submission deadlines, and the full programme.
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