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AFRICA DSI 2020 Report
February 3, 2021
The Africa Data Science Intensive (DSI) Programme uses real-world problems to give participants hands-on knowledge of the latest algorithms and techniques in data science and artificial intelligence, deep insights on industry trends, network building and practical team skills used in business to facilitate transitioning to a data science role in industry, academia or through entrepreneurship. The programme
Read MoreAIMS House of Science & African Gong Introductory Workshop on Leadership, Knowledge & Skills for Science Communication
On 22 July 2020, AIMS House of Science, in partnership with African Gong conducted the Africa Scientifique introductory online workshop for the current master’s AIMS students. The Africa Scientifique (AS) programme...
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2020 Youth Month Feature: Paving the way for African Women in Mathematical Sciences
The increased participation of women in mathematical sciences has been a challenge worldwide. The UNESCO Institute for Statistics records that women account for less than 30% of the world’s researchers....
Read MoreRecognition of Achievement – August 2019 Intake
This year due to lockdown we have experienced many “first times” in the life of AIMS, and for all of us this was a new experience. So normally we would...
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The AIMS Network graduates 162 students
In July 2020, AIMS held a virtual ceremony to honour 162 graduates (38% women) from 29 African countries, recipients of the AIMS Master’s in Mathematical Sciences. Featuring a commencement address...
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House of Science Manager awarded MPhil in Science and Technology Studies
Dr Rejoyce Gavhi-Molefe, Resident Researcher in Mathematics and AIMS South Africa House of Science Manager was awarded a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Science and Technology Studies. Her studies were...
Read MorePublic Lecture: ‘Bias adjustments of climate variables for a more precise Climate Risk Assessment’
There are several variables that it can be difficult to correct bias in climate science research. This was highlighted in a public lecture by Dr Stefano Galmarini, a researcher at...
Read MoreInternational Day of Mathematics
The International Day of Mathematics (IDM) is a worldwide celebration. The proclamation of March 14 as the International Day of Mathematics has been adopted by the Executive Council of UNESCO at...
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