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+ Join us for insightful discussions, engaging presentations, and a celebration of the beauty and significance of mathematics. + Whether you're a student, educator, parent or simply curious about math, this series is for you! +
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About the Panelists
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+ Moderator - Prof. Franca Hoffmann
++ Franca obtained her master’s in mathematics from Imperial College London (UK) and holds + a PhD from the Cambridge Centre for Analysis at University of Cambridge (UK). She held + the position of von Kármán instructor at Caltech from 2017 to 2020, then joined University of + Bonn (Germany) as Junior Professor and Quantum Leap Africa in Kigali, Rwanda (African + Institute for Mathematical Sciences) as AIMS-Carnegie Research Chair in Data Science, + before arriving at the California Institute of Technology as Assistant Professor in 2022. She + currently serves as AIMS International Scientific Advisor. + Franca has co-organized numerous math and science outreach activities across the African + continent for over a decade, from primary school activities to advanced research trainings. + She serves as Director of the charity Supporting African Mathematics Initiatives (SAMI). +
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+ Industry Panelist Representative - Dr. Habiboulaye Amadou Boubacar
++ Dr. Habiboulaye is an experienced and accomplished professional in the field of Artificial Intelligence. He is the head + of the R&D Data Intelligence team at Air Liquide with the qualification of International Senior Expert (ISE). He has a PhD + in Machine Learning & Data Mining and over 16 years of experience in hands-on leading roles in AI. He has been managing the + implementation of various cutting-edge AI solutions through industrial and healthcare projects. He frequently maintains strong + collaborations with academic researchers and industrial experts to explore the next frontiers of AI. Alongside his contributions + in industry, he is also a lecturer for l’Université de Technologie de Troyes (UTT, France), Institut de Sciences Mathématiques et + Physiques (IMSP, Benin) and African Institute of Mathematical Sciences (AIMS). He is also the founder of the non-profit + organization AI4Africa.org. +
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+ Teacher Panelist Representative - Dr. Herine Otieno
++ Herine is a Pan African educationist, researcher and budding Edu-entrepreneur. + Her work straddles STEM Education, education technology & higher education teaching, learning & research. A mathematics major at + undergraduate, Herine first masters was in statistics. + Her second Masters is in Social Sciences & her PhD is in mathematics education. +
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+ Parent Panelist Representative - Dr. Peter Akayuure
++ Peter Akayuure is a devoted parent who is deeply passionate about fostering children's mathematical reasoning, creativity, + and problem-solving skills. Beyond providing academic support, Peter is committed to making his daughters participate in + workshops and events focused on applying mathematical concepts to real-life situations. His daughter was among few children + who participated in the Allotey Maths camp in 2022. Believing in the importance of aligning mathematics learning with cultural + experiences, he advocates for using games, puzzles, stories and real-life scenarios to nurture critical minds of children. + He is also an Associate Professor of Mathematics education at the University of Education Winneba. His research interests include + Geometry and spatial reasoning, assessment literacy, digital technologies, use of indigenous games to teach Mathematics and promote + STEM skills. As a parent and math educator, Peter loves to share his experience on how parents can support in nurturing their wards + to excel in mathematics beyond grades. +
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+ Student Panelist Representative - Ms. Adwoa Konadu Appiah
++ Adwoa was a 2016 Allotey Maths Camp participant and a former student of African Science Academy, where + she studied A-level physics, Mathematics and Further Mathematics. She went on to pursue her Barchelor's + degree in AI and Software Engineering at the University of Edinburgh and is currently pursuing a Software + Engineering career with TSB Bank in Scotland. + +
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+ Education Initiatives Panelist Representative - Dr. Francis Feehi Torgbor
++ Francis is a climate data analyst with expertise in supporting the communication of climate information to farmers through + the Participatory Integrated Climate Services for Agriculture (PICSA) approach in Africa. He collaborates closely with meteorological + services in Africa to ensure the generation of quality data and climate analyses relevant for PICSA. Additionally, he is a + founding director of GHAIDEMS Ltd and the African Maths Initiative (AMI Ghana), an NGO. He is generally committed to promoting + mathematics education and research for nationwide development, fostering a positive mathematical culture in Africa. +
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+ Secure your spot by registering below if you have not already registered for the first webinar:
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Role of Mathematics in Technology and Innovation
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+ GHAIDEMS and AMI Ghana present the second of a three-day webinar series to celebrate the International Day of Mathematics (IDM 2024). +
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+ Join us for insightful discussions, engaging presentations, and a celebration of the beauty and significance of mathematics. Whether + you're a student, educator, parent or simply curious about math, this series is for you! +
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About the Speaker
+ ++ Mr. Divine Puplampu is a Technology Entrepreneur, Software Engineer, and Digital Marketing enthusiast with over 14 years of experience in + developing innovative digital solutions. He is currently a consulting General Manager at Stratcon Digital; a subsidiary of Stratcon + Energy & Trading a major Bulk Oil Distributor in Ghana. +
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+ He is also the co-founder and Tech Lead at Stimuluz Technologies, where he leads a team of 8-developers to develop digital solutions. + He also had a stint at the University of Ghana Computing Systems (UGCS) during his National Service. At UGCS, he was part of the 5-man team + that deployed the Sakai E-learning System at the University of Ghana; the e-learning tool that became indispensable during the height of the COVID-19 + pandemic. +
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+ Passionate about empowering the youth, particularly the Christian community, Divine regularly conducts free training sessions on leveraging + social media for positive impact. He also dedicates his time and skills as an IT Associate volunteer for several non-governmental organizations, + including the Ghana Community Radio Network (GCRN), Nneka Youth Foundation, FactSpace West Africa and the Rocky Dawuni Foundation. Divine also + volunteers as a Digital Media Enabler at the Trinity Baptist Church, Ghana, where he applies his expertise to enhance the church's digital presence. +
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+ With a strong commitment to utilizing technology to solve everyday challenges, Divine has contributed to over 100 digital projects for + various brands and startups across Africa. His client portfolio includes prominent organizations such as the Africa Continental Free Trade + Area Secretariat (AfCFTA), Center for Democratic Development (CDD), Prudential Life Insurance, Africa World Airlines, Nyaho Medical Centre, + Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, University of Ghana Business School, Omni Media (CitiFM & CitiTV), Ghana Chamber of Bulk + Oil Distributors (CBoD), Ghana Standards Authority, Ghana Climate Innovation Center, Petroleum Commission of Ghana, Ghana Tourism Authority, + Stratcon Energy & Trading Limited, Ghana Enterprises Agency (Formerly NBSSI), UK- Ghana Chamber of Commerce, National Communications Authority + (NCA), The Jospong Group, Zoomlion Ghana Limited, Tesah Capital, iWatch Africa, FactSpace West Africa, appsNmobile Solutions (Fintech), EIB Network + (GhOne & StarrFM), OccupyGhana, Africa Women's Sports Summit, Yango Ghana, QualiTrace (AgriTech Startup), NewAge Agrimedia, GUBA Enterprise (UK & Ghana), + Ghana Football Association Normalisation Committee, Mission89 (Switzerland), SpruseClean (USA), Thirdway Capital (Canada) and Ecodyst (USA). +
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+ Secure your spot by registering below if you have not already registered for the first webinar:
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+ https://forms.gle/sQDCKpkhB7Mg1wvg8
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+ For more information, contact us at info@ghaidems.org +
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About the Panelists
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The Art of Problem-Solving and Creativity in Mathematics
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- Moderator - Prof. Franca Hoffmann
-- Franca obtained her master’s in mathematics from Imperial College London (UK) and holds - a PhD from the Cambridge Centre for Analysis at University of Cambridge (UK). She held - the position of von Kármán instructor at Caltech from 2017 to 2020, then joined University of - Bonn (Germany) as Junior Professor and Quantum Leap Africa in Kigali, Rwanda (African - Institute for Mathematical Sciences) as AIMS-Carnegie Research Chair in Data Science, - before arriving at the California Institute of Technology as Assistant Professor in 2022. She - currently serves as AIMS International Scientific Advisor. - Franca has co-organized numerous math and science outreach activities across the African - continent for over a decade, from primary school activities to advanced research trainings. - She serves as Director of the charity Supporting African Mathematics Initiatives (SAMI). -
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+ GHAIDEMS and AMI Ghana present the first of a three-day webinar series to celebrate the International Day of Mathematics (IDM 2024). +
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+ GHAIDEMS and AMI Ghana are collaborating to bring you an unparalleled online event. This series is part of our commitment to highlighting the + importance of mathematics in our everyday lives and its critical role in our future. +
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+ This event is perfect for students eager to deepen their mathematical knowledge, educators looking for innovative teaching methods, + parents interested in supporting their children's education, and anyone curious about the role of mathematics in shaping our world. +
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+ Join us as we explore the vast world of mathematics through insightful discussions, engaging presentations, and interactive sessions. + Our series aims to unveil the beauty and significance of mathematics, demonstrating its pivotal role in innovation, technology, and solving global challenges. +
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About the Speaker
++ Dr. Bernard Oduoku Bainson is a lecturer at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi and AIMS + Ghana. He was also the academic manager of AIMS Ghana. + He is a well-trained algebraist who applies the skill of abstraction of core structures, design and + verifiable strategies to solving problems. Have had years of experience in teaching across the various + levels of education in multicultural environments. Some of which are; + Tutoring the School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Heriot Watt University where + he assisted students with disabilities to access the best quality education provided by the university. + He also Volunteered as a Mathematics teacher at Agonaman Senior High School and continues to + volunteer to support the Allotey Maths camp. He did his masters at AIMS Ghana and his + undergraduate degree at University of Cape Coast. +
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+ + Secure your spot today by registering at https://forms.gle/sQDCKpkhB7Mg1wvg8. + Please note that space is limited, and early registration is encouraged. + +
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+ For more information, please contact us at info@ghaidems.org +
+ +Industry Panelist Representative - Dr. Habiboulaye Amadou Boubacar
-- Dr. Habiboulaye is an experienced and accomplished professional in the field of Artificial Intelligence. He is the head - of the R&D Data Intelligence team at Air Liquide with the qualification of International Senior Expert (ISE). He has a PhD - in Machine Learning & Data Mining and over 16 years of experience in hands-on leading roles in AI. He has been managing the - implementation of various cutting-edge AI solutions through industrial and healthcare projects. He frequently maintains strong - collaborations with academic researchers and industrial experts to explore the next frontiers of AI. Alongside his contributions - in industry, he is also a lecturer for l’Université de Technologie de Troyes (UTT, France), Institut de Sciences Mathématiques et - Physiques (IMSP, Benin) and African Institute of Mathematical Sciences (AIMS). He is also the founder of the non-profit - organization AI4Africa.org. -
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- Teacher Panelist Representative - Dr. Herine Otieno
-- Herine is a Pan African educationist, researcher and budding Edu-entrepreneur. - Her work straddles STEM Education, education technology & higher education teaching, learning & research. A mathematics major at - undergraduate, Herine first masters was in statistics. - Her second Masters is in Social Sciences & her PhD is in mathematics education. -
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- Parent Panelist Representative - Dr. Peter Akayuure
-- Peter Akayuure is a devoted parent who is deeply passionate about fostering children's mathematical reasoning, creativity, - and problem-solving skills. Beyond providing academic support, Peter is committed to making his daughters participate in - workshops and events focused on applying mathematical concepts to real-life situations. His daughter was among few children - who participated in the Allotey Maths camp in 2022. Believing in the importance of aligning mathematics learning with cultural - experiences, he advocates for using games, puzzles, stories and real-life scenarios to nurture critical minds of children. - He is also an Associate Professor of Mathematics education at the University of Education Winneba. His research interests include - Geometry and spatial reasoning, assessment literacy, digital technologies, use of indigenous games to teach Mathematics and promote - STEM skills. As a parent and math educator, Peter loves to share his experience on how parents can support in nurturing their wards - to excel in mathematics beyond grades. -
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- Student Panelist Representative - Ms. Adwoa Konadu Appiah
-- Adwoa was a 2016 Allotey Maths Camp participant and a former student of African Science Academy, where - she studied A-level physics, Mathematics and Further Mathematics. She went on to pursue her Barchelor's - degree in AI and Software Engineering at the University of Edinburgh and is currently pursuing a Software - Engineering career with TSB Bank in Scotland. - -
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- Education Initiatives Panelist Representative - Dr. Francis Feehi Torgbor
-- Francis is a climate data analyst with expertise in supporting the communication of climate information to farmers through - the Participatory Integrated Climate Services for Agriculture (PICSA) approach in Africa. He collaborates closely with meteorological - services in Africa to ensure the generation of quality data and climate analyses relevant for PICSA. Additionally, he is a - founding director of GHAIDEMS Ltd and the African Maths Initiative (AMI Ghana), an NGO. He is generally committed to promoting - mathematics education and research for nationwide development, fostering a positive mathematical culture in Africa. -
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- Secure your spot by registering below if you have not already registered for the first webinar:
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- https://forms.gle/sQDCKpkhB7Mg1wvg8
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- For more information, contact us at info@ghaidems.org -
- - -Role of Mathematics in Technology and Innovation
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- GHAIDEMS and AMI Ghana present the second of a three-day webinar series to celebrate the International Day of Mathematics (IDM 2024). -
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- Join us for insightful discussions, engaging presentations, and a celebration of the beauty and significance of mathematics. Whether - you're a student, educator, parent or simply curious about math, this series is for you! -
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About the Speaker
- -- Mr. Divine Puplampu is a Technology Entrepreneur, Software Engineer, and Digital Marketing enthusiast with over 14 years of experience in - developing innovative digital solutions. He is currently a consulting General Manager at Stratcon Digital; a subsidiary of Stratcon - Energy & Trading a major Bulk Oil Distributor in Ghana. -
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- He is also the co-founder and Tech Lead at Stimuluz Technologies, where he leads a team of 8-developers to develop digital solutions. - He also had a stint at the University of Ghana Computing Systems (UGCS) during his National Service. At UGCS, he was part of the 5-man team - that deployed the Sakai E-learning System at the University of Ghana; the e-learning tool that became indispensable during the height of the COVID-19 - pandemic. -
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- Passionate about empowering the youth, particularly the Christian community, Divine regularly conducts free training sessions on leveraging - social media for positive impact. He also dedicates his time and skills as an IT Associate volunteer for several non-governmental organizations, - including the Ghana Community Radio Network (GCRN), Nneka Youth Foundation, FactSpace West Africa and the Rocky Dawuni Foundation. Divine also - volunteers as a Digital Media Enabler at the Trinity Baptist Church, Ghana, where he applies his expertise to enhance the church's digital presence. -
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- With a strong commitment to utilizing technology to solve everyday challenges, Divine has contributed to over 100 digital projects for - various brands and startups across Africa. His client portfolio includes prominent organizations such as the Africa Continental Free Trade - Area Secretariat (AfCFTA), Center for Democratic Development (CDD), Prudential Life Insurance, Africa World Airlines, Nyaho Medical Centre, - Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, University of Ghana Business School, Omni Media (CitiFM & CitiTV), Ghana Chamber of Bulk - Oil Distributors (CBoD), Ghana Standards Authority, Ghana Climate Innovation Center, Petroleum Commission of Ghana, Ghana Tourism Authority, - Stratcon Energy & Trading Limited, Ghana Enterprises Agency (Formerly NBSSI), UK- Ghana Chamber of Commerce, National Communications Authority - (NCA), The Jospong Group, Zoomlion Ghana Limited, Tesah Capital, iWatch Africa, FactSpace West Africa, appsNmobile Solutions (Fintech), EIB Network - (GhOne & StarrFM), OccupyGhana, Africa Women's Sports Summit, Yango Ghana, QualiTrace (AgriTech Startup), NewAge Agrimedia, GUBA Enterprise (UK & Ghana), - Ghana Football Association Normalisation Committee, Mission89 (Switzerland), SpruseClean (USA), Thirdway Capital (Canada) and Ecodyst (USA). -
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- Secure your spot by registering below if you have not already registered for the first webinar:
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- https://forms.gle/sQDCKpkhB7Mg1wvg8
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- For more information, contact us at info@ghaidems.org -
- - -The Art of Problem-Solving and Creativity in Mathematics
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- GHAIDEMS and AMI Ghana present the first of a three-day webinar series to celebrate the International Day of Mathematics (IDM 2024). -
- -- -
- GHAIDEMS and AMI Ghana are collaborating to bring you an unparalleled online event. This series is part of our commitment to highlighting the - importance of mathematics in our everyday lives and its critical role in our future. -
- -- -
- This event is perfect for students eager to deepen their mathematical knowledge, educators looking for innovative teaching methods, - parents interested in supporting their children's education, and anyone curious about the role of mathematics in shaping our world. -
- -- -
- Join us as we explore the vast world of mathematics through insightful discussions, engaging presentations, and interactive sessions. - Our series aims to unveil the beauty and significance of mathematics, demonstrating its pivotal role in innovation, technology, and solving global challenges. -
- -- -
About the Speaker
-- Dr. Bernard Oduoku Bainson is a lecturer at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi and AIMS - Ghana. He was also the academic manager of AIMS Ghana. - He is a well-trained algebraist who applies the skill of abstraction of core structures, design and - verifiable strategies to solving problems. Have had years of experience in teaching across the various - levels of education in multicultural environments. Some of which are; - Tutoring the School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Heriot Watt University where - he assisted students with disabilities to access the best quality education provided by the university. - He also Volunteered as a Mathematics teacher at Agonaman Senior High School and continues to - volunteer to support the Allotey Maths camp. He did his masters at AIMS Ghana and his - undergraduate degree at University of Cape Coast. -
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- - Secure your spot today by registering at https://forms.gle/sQDCKpkhB7Mg1wvg8. - Please note that space is limited, and early registration is encouraged. - -
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- For more information, please contact us at info@ghaidems.org -
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