Andrew Wiles Talks to Hannah Fry

Delve into a captivating conversation between world-renowned mathematician Andrew Wiles and Hannah Fry in this Oxford Mathematics London Public Lecture. Explore Wiles' current work on Elliptic Curves, his personal motivations, and his insights on the importance of struggle and resilience in mathematics. Gain valuable perspectives on improving mathematics education and discover Wiles' deep passion for the subject. The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including equations in mod P, complex numbers, arithmetic problems, and the concept of rank. Learn about public perceptions of mathematics, approaches to new mathematical concepts, and strategies for overcoming discouragement and being stuck. Hear Wiles' reflections on his career as a professional mathematician, his advice to students, and his views on how mathematics should be perceived. This engaging talk offers a unique opportunity to gain insights from one of the most influential mathematicians of our time.

Mary Archer
Equations in mod P
Using complex numbers
The arithmetic problem
The rank
QA
Why do people get put off
The public perception of mathematics
Do you need a natural attitude
Approaching new mathematics
Being discouraged
Being stuck
Keeping work secrets
Looking back
Career as a professional mathematician
Advice to students
Was it a waste of time
How should mathematics be viewed
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