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SUMMARY:Qatar Mathematics Research Forum: Mathematical Horizons Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Mathematical Horizons Mini-Symposium\, organized by the Qatar Mathematics Research Forum (QMRF)\, brings together leading researchers to discuss recent advances in several areas of Mathematics. Through a series of invited talks\, the event explores exciting topics like mathematical models of sustainability\, physics-informed neural networks\, wrinkling and geometric mechanics. \nSchedule \n\n12:30–1:00 p.m.\nLunch and Informal Networking\n1:00–2:00 p.m.\nTalk 1: Henrik Shahgholian: Exploring the Sustainability Landscape: A Mathematical Perspective\n\n2:00–3:00 p.m.\nTalk 2: Rafayel Barkhudaryan: Physics-Informed Neural Networks for  Fully Nonlinear PDE’s\n3:00–3:30 p.m.\nCoffee Break\n3:30–4:30 p.m.\nTalk 3: Francesco Dal Corso: Bifurcations and wrinkling instabilities (and restabilization) in ultra-thin parallelogram-shaped hyperelastic membranes \n\nRSVP to attend \nTalk 1: Henrik Shahgholian: Exploring the Sustainability Landscape: A Mathematical Perspective\n \nAbout the speaker: Full Professor of Mathematics at KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden)\, widely recognized for his extensive contributions to the field of Partial Differential Equations (PDEs)\, specifically focusing on free boundary problems. He has over 140 publications\, including 2 books and he frequently collaborates with other distinguished mathematicians\, such as Luis Caffarelli and Alessio Figalli\, on advanced elliptic equations and free boundary regularity. \nAbstract: In this talk\, I will share my personal journey in exploring sustainability through a mathematical lens. My goal is to show teachers and students why we must bring the conversation about our planet into our classrooms and academic meetings. We will focus on raising awareness of how even the most basic mathematical concepts can help us make sense of large-scale environmental challenges.This presentation is designed at the simplest level possible\, avoiding complex formulas to focus on core ideas. We will look at how math acts like a map\, helping us track how energy and resources move through our world. By using simple math models\, we can learn how to design systems that last and discover better ways to care for our environment.The talk provides an overview of existing discussions on sustainability rather than stating final results or proposing fixed solutions. Please do not see this as a talk to attend passively; instead\, I invite you to engage with your own suggestions\, \nTalk 2: Rafayel Barkhudaryan: Physics-Informed Neural Networks for Fully Nonlinear PDE’s \nAbout the speaker: Dr. Rafayel Barkhudaryan\, Vice-Rector for Scientific Affairs at Yerevan State University\, is an expert in numerical analysis\, scientific computing\, and PDE methods. With leadership roles at major mathematical institutions and international research experience\, his work combines theoretical rigor and computational insight.   \nAbstract: Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs) provide a mesh-free framework for solving partial differential equations by embedding the equations into the training process. This talk focuses on fully nonlinear PDEs\, with particular emphasis on convergence. We discuss theoretical and numerical aspects of convergence\, key challenges arising from nonlinearity\, and illustrate results on representative examples.” \n\nTalk 3: Francesco Dal Corso: Bifurcations and wrinkling instabilities (and restabilization) in ultra-thin parallelogram-shaped hyperelastic membranes  \nAbout the speaker: Dr. Francesco Dal Corso at the University of Trento conducts research on the mechanics of solids and structural instability\, including elastic localization\, strain gradient effects\, and geometric mechanics. His contributions connect mathematical modeling with experimental and theoretical insights into wrinkling and structural phenomena.   \nAbstract: Wrinkling is a commonly observed out-of-plane instability in membrane structures due to their extremely low bending-to-stretching stiffness ratio. It has been extensively investigated for symmetric membrane geometries and boundary conditions that induce planar non-uniform stress states by preventing the lateral contraction at the edges\, and is also known to potentially display self-restabilization. This presentation outlines a recent investigation into an initially flat\, parallelogram-shaped hyperelastic membrane\, focusing on the influence of the inclination angle defining  the membrane shape as a deviation from the rectangular geometry. It is shown that wrinkling can occur either centrally or at the two opposite obtuse-angled corners—even for small inclination angles—during stretching with unconstrained lateral contraction\, a condition under which the flat configuration for the rectangular counterpart remains always stable. \nThree distinct evolutions of the wrinkling pattern are numerically identified\, all ultimately leading to corner localized wrinkles. This final state may arise (i) directly\, without a prior bifurcation\, or after the appearance of central wrinkling that either (ii) restabilizes or (iii) separates and migrates toward the corners. A closed-form expression for the critical wrinkling condition is derived by combining a perturbation approach with an energy based method in the framework of linear elasticity. This provides an accurate estimate of the onset and pattern of central wrinkling. The present findings reveal new pathways in wrinkling pattern evolution and introduce a novel approach to unconventional boundary value problems\, with potential applications ranging from lightweight structural systems to flexible electronics \n 
URL:https://www.qatar.cmu.edu/event/qatar-mathematics-research-forum-mathematical-horizons-2026/
LOCATION:Moot Boardoom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20251111T160000
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SUMMARY:University Lecture: Mark Stehlik\, University Teaching Professor of Computer Science
DESCRIPTION:Mark Stehlik\, University Teaching Professor of Computer Science and Director\, Computer Science Undergraduate Program\, at Carnegie Mellon University\, will be speaking at CMU-Q as part of the A. Nico Habermann Distinguished Lecture series. His lecture “A Teacher’s Life” will take place at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. \nThe A. Nico Habermann Distinguished Lecture Series enables students to engage with prominent faculty and well-known leaders in the field of computer science. The lecture series is named after Professor A. Nico Habermann\, head of the computer science department between 1980 and 1988 and Founding Dean of the School of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon. \nConfirm your attendance   \n  \nAbout the lecture:  \nFrom the time I was in second grade\, helping to “teach” my next door neighbor (newly arrived from Costa Rica) English\, I wanted to be a teacher.  This talk will share my journey from that moment\, through high school (number 2\, but I tried harder)\, to college (and an Erdos number of 3 and admission to CMU)\, to my failed attempt at a PhD\, but success as an emergency teacher\, to being the founding director of the CMU CS undergraduate program\, to being the first CMU University Teaching Professor.  The journey also includes two stints in Qatar (2006-08 and 2012-2015) which were incredibly important to me as an educator. \nBiography: \nI have been a member of the Carnegie Mellon faculty for over 40 years. In 2023\, I was the first teaching-track faculty member at Carnegie Mellon to be elevated to the rank of University Professor.  In addition to teaching\, I have been the Director of the Computer Science undergraduate program since its inception in 1988 and have advised and graduated approximately 4\,000 alumni over that period. I was Chief Reader of the College Board’s AP Computer Science examination in the late 1990’s and led a number of summer professional development workshops for high school teachers.  In particular\, working with Allan Fisher and Jane Margolis on the NSF-sponsored 6APT project at that time\, I helped the efforts to improve gender equity in our CS undergraduate program.  That work was highlighted in Allan and Jane’s “Unlocking the Clubhouse” book. \nI was an inaugural member of the ACM Ed Policy Committee\, and one of the co-authors of the 2010 “Running on Empty” paper on the Failure to Teach CS in High Schools.  I also taught at Carnegie Mellon’s campus in Doha\, Qatar where I spent 3 years (2012-2015) as Associate Dean for Education running the entire undergrad enterprise.  Upon my return to the Pittsburgh campus\, I was appointed Assistant Dean for Outreach\, and co-founded CMU’s CS Academy high school curriculum project.  That project’s online CS1 Intro to Python Programming curriculum featuring auto-graded\, interactive graphics has grown from 400 students in a 14-school pilot in Spring\, 2018 to more than 550\,000 students taught by over 15\,500 teachers in over 77\,000 classes in all 50 states and 68 countries as of Fall\, 2025.  It is also worth noting that roughly 50% of the U.S. schools using the curriculum are Title I schools.
URL:https://www.qatar.cmu.edu/event/mark-stehlik/
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CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Computer Science,Featured,University Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20251110T130000
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SUMMARY:Qatar’s Legacy of Unity and Heritage: A Conversation at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special panel discussion with H.E. Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani on his new book “The Qatar We Lived In”. H.E. Sheikh Faisal will share firsthand insights into Qatar’s national transformation\, exploring its history\, cultural identity\, and the vital role of leadership in societal progress.  \nThis event also serves as the official launch of the Al Rawi Reading Challenge\, a new initiative dedicated to fostering a love for literature and deepening our cultural connection to the Arabic language.  \nThe discussion will be held in Arabic. Simultaneous translation will be provided.  \nRSVP
URL:https://www.qatar.cmu.edu/event/qatars-legacy-of-unity-and-heritage-a-conversation-at-carnegie-mellon-university-in-qatar/
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CATEGORIES:Arts and Sciences,Featured
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SUMMARY:University Lecture: Lawrence Golub\, CEO of Golub Capital
DESCRIPTION:Lawrence Golub\, CEO of Golub Capital\, will be speaking at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar as part of the Dean’s Lecture Series. His lecture “The Convening Power of Business and Philanthropy” will take place at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. \nThe Dean’s Lecture Series is the principal forum for eminent industry practitioners and government officials to bring their knowledge and perspectives to Carnegie Mellon\, and to broaden students’ understanding of important issues. \nConfirm your attendance
URL:https://www.qatar.cmu.edu/event/university-lecture-golub-capital-2025/
LOCATION:Moot Boardoom
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Business Administration,Community Partners,Featured,University Lectures
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