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Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science

Talk by Paul Walton on equality and inclusion in the sciences

Gender equality in academia: why is it taking so long?
Date: 05/12/2026, 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Category: Startseite-Mathematik, event
Location: Hubland Süd, Geb. Z6 (Zentrales Hörsaal- u. Seminargebäude), 0.001
Organizer: Fakultät für Mathematik und Informatik, Gleichstellungsbeauftragte
Speaker: Professor Paul Walton, University of York (UK)

Professor Paul Walton from the University of York (UK) — a leading researcher in bioinorganic chemistry and an internationally recognized advocate for equality and inclusion in the sciences — will visit our faculty on May 12, 2026.

He will give a talk related to equality, inclusion, and institutional change in the sciences, drawing on his extensive experience in this area.

The talk will take place on May 12 (the International Women in Mathematics Day) from 4:15 to 5:15 PM in Z6 0.001, followed by informal discussion and refreshments until 6:00 PM.

Read more about his recent recognition by the Royal Society of Chemistry for his equality work.

If you would like to make use of on-site childcare during the event, please contact the Equity Committee of the Institute of Mathematics until April 4.

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