Dean of FGV EMAp receives honor at Brazilian Mathematical Society workshop

Between December 2 and 6, the Institute of Mathematics, Statistics and Scientific Computing at Campinas State University hosted a workshop to celebrate the 55th anniversary of the Brazilian Mathematical Society. The event brought together experts to revisit the history of the institution, celebrate its achievements and debate the future challenges of mathematics in Brazil.

On December 2, during the event’s opening session, César Camacho, dean of the FGV School of Applied Mathematics (FGV EMAp), was one of several people honored. The professor received recognition for his contributions to the Brazilian Mathematical Society and to mathematics.

“I’m delighted by this recognition from peers in the mathematical and scientific community. The Brazilian Mathematical Society is celebrating its 55th anniversary and it has been a pleasure for me to play my part in helping improve its activities,” said Camacho.

He also highlighted the importance of networking. “The Brazilian Mathematical Society plays an agglutinating role in initiatives related to mathematics. Today, it is an excellent forum for bringing together the concerns and programs of Brazil’s different mathematics centers, including FGV EMAp,” he said.

César Camacho’s contributions to the Brazilian Mathematical Society

César Camacho has a distinguished history with the Brazilian Mathematical Society. He served as its president for two terms (1987-1989 and 1991-1993), vice president for another two (2001-2003 and 2003-2005) and general secretary between 1973 and 1975. During the event, he and other former presidents were honored.

About the Brazilian Mathematical Society

Founded on July 24, 1969, the Brazilian Mathematical Society has the mission to foster research and promote the improvement of mathematics teaching at all levels. The society also acts as a forum for exchange between professionals in Brazil and other countries.