Mathematics
of Planet Earth-2013
The fascinating world of
Mathematics provides us an unlimited scope to perceive problems under three
situations - concrete, abstract and intuition. The important segment of
mathematics- the ability to reason and think clearly is extremely useful in
every aspect of life. Experiences with mathematical modes of thought build
mathematical power- a capacity of mind of increased value in this technological
age that enables one to read critically, to identify fallacies, to detect
biases, to assess risk and to suggest alternatives. From medical
technology to economic planning, from genetics to geology, mathematics has made
an indelible imprint on every part of modern science, even as science itself
has stimulated for growth of many branches of mathematics. Therefore,
Mathematics is a powerful way of investigating and understanding the world.
With this motive, the International
Mathematical Community brought forward the idea of Mathematics of Planet Earth
(MPE) – 2013. During this year an attempt will be made to explore the
Mathematical framework in Nature and to see how Mathematics with the help of
other disciplines can provide solutions that will help to face the challenging
problems on the planet earth, like- the problem arising out of growing
population competing for the limited global resources, the
dramatic meteorological changes in climate, environmental issues,
etc. The ideas generated and the initiatives thought during MPE-2013 are
likely to make an impact on the society in such a way that a new generation of
researchers will be motivated to explore mathematics involved in scientific
problems related to sustainability of Planet Earth. These efforts may provide
opportunities for exploring Mathematics with interdisciplinary approaches in
the context of Evolution of Planet Earth and its development (historical,
geographical, political, astronomical, environmental, etc.).
The Department of Education in Science and Mathematics (DESM),
NCERT New Delhi, is organizing various activities with following specific
objectives on the occasion of Mathematics of Planet Earth-2013.
· To establish
association with various organizations (departments), schools and community to
play the role in solving need based problems faced by the society.
· To organize a
competition for designing and display of virtual or physical exhibits in a
National Exhibition and to give a National Award.
· To
conduct workshops towards an awareness of interdisciplinary approach in
Mathematics.
· To organize webinars.
· To organize a
National Conference on MPE-2013
· To publish
proceeding of all the activities done under MPE-2013.
The first event “Exhibit Competition” has been announced.
The Department is inviting your association in these several activities
including participation of your orgnisation in this very first
activity of Exhibit Competition. You can download the
booklet along with poster of this activity from the following links.
Dr. P. K. Chaurasia
email mpe.ncert@gmail.com
mobile number
09868939552) is the coordinator of this project and can be contacted for any
queries/ feedback or discussions.
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