War and Peace, by Portinari: A Brazilian Masterpiece for the UN
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Overview
Explore a captivating conference talk titled "War and Peace, by Portinari: A Brazilian Masterpiece for the UN" delivered by João Candido Portinari from Projeto Portinari PUC-Rio. Delve into the significance of this Brazilian artwork created for the United Nations as part of the International Conference celebrating IMPA's 70th anniversary. Learn about the Instituto de Matemática Pura e Aplicada's (IMPA) seven-decade journey as an international center of excellence in mathematical research, its impact on Latin America, and its diverse activities including research training, educational material publication, teacher training, industry collaboration, school olympiads organization, and mathematics popularization. Discover the highlights of this conference held at IMPA's headquarters in Rio de Janeiro, featuring participation from about 100 international mathematicians, including Fields Medalists. Gain insights into IMPA's contributions to the mathematical community and its role in advancing mathematical education and research in Brazil and beyond.
Syllabus
International Conference - IMPA 70 Years - João Candido Portinari
Taught by
Instituto de Matemática Pura e Aplicada