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Browse news related to the Geometry and Complex Systems group. Find press releases, essential research updates, accolades, and key announcements, as well as insightful interviews, partnerships, and outreach efforts.
Obituary
10.09.26
In Memory of Hông Vân Lê In Memory of Hông Vân Lê
We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former colleague and scientist Hông Vân Lê, who passed away on September 2 at the age of 65. We will remember her as an outstanding mathematician and a warm, kind, and deeply valued member of our scientific community.
Events
05.09.26
Art & Science Open Air Festival Art & Science Open Air Festival
Science meets creativity. Join us for the Max Planck Science Festival on September 5 at Heiter bis Wolkig, where art, science, and music come together. Enjoy inspiring talks, science comics, hands-on activities, and a diverse line-up of music acts – all in a relaxed festival atmosphere.
Events
23.07.26
ICM 2026 – MPI MiS at the World's Leading Mathematics Congress ICM 2026 – MPI MiS at the World's Leading Mathematics Congress
The International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) 2026 opens today in Philadelphia – bringing together the world's leading mathematicians for one of the most prestigious events in the field. We are proud to be part of this global gathering with contributions to the scientific program, an international film premiere, and an exhibition booth.
PhD Life
29.06.26
Your Voice in the PhD Community Your Voice in the PhD Community
Following the recent election, Angelo El Saliby, Leon Sebastian Duensing, and Sanjay Puneet Verma will serve as the new PhD representatives of our institute. We congratulate them and wish them every success in their new role.
Accolades
18.06.26
Giulio Zucal Honored with Otto Hahn Medal Giulio Zucal Honored with Otto Hahn Medal
Heartfelt congratulations to Giulio Zucal. He has been awarded the Otto Hahn Medal by the Max Planck Society in recognition of his fundamental and innovative contributions to the study of graphs and hypergraphs during his doctoral research.
Announcements
15.05.26
New Book on Spectral Theory of Discrete Structures New Book on Spectral Theory of Discrete Structures
A new book project by Jürgen Jost and former group members Raffaella Mulas and Dong Zhang explores the spectra of graphs, simplicial complexes, and hypergraphs—bridging mathematical theory and interdisciplinary applications.
PhD Life
06.05.26
From Physics to Political Narratives From Physics to Political Narratives
Armin Pournaki has successfully completed his doctoral thesis on “Computational Approaches to the Analysis of Political Narratives”. He has now moved to the Institute of Sociology at the University of Bern, where he will contribute to the development of the Digital Society Lab. Congratulations!
PhD Life
16.03.26
Summa cum laude - Congratulations on Successful Dissertation Defense Summa cum laude - Congratulations on Successful Dissertation Defense
Maria Alejandra Ramirez successfully defended her dissertation on Classical and Evolutionary Game Theory. She continues her scientific career as a postdoctoral researcher at Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology.
Press Releases
06.01.26
Mathematics Reveals Brain Changes Mathematics Reveals Brain Changes
Jürgen Jost, Areejit Samal, and colleagues apply topological data analysis to reveal how brain connectivity changes with age and in autism. Their recent study, published in "Patterns", offers insights that could help guide the development of targeted brain stimulation therapies.
Events
02.12.25
Dies Academicus at Leipzig University Dies Academicus at Leipzig University
On the occasion of the 616th Dies Academicus, the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science invites you to a festive colloquium on December 2, 2025.
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Accolades
08.10.26
Benedetto Sciarra Prize for Matteo Palmieri Benedetto Sciarra Prize for Matteo Palmieri
Our PhD student Matteo Palmieri was awarded with the Benedetto Sciarra Prize. He received the
award for his work on the formation of large-scale structures in two-dimensional fluids.
Congratulations!
Job Openings
07.10.26
Sachbearbeiter/in Finanzbuchhaltung Sachbearbeiter/in Finanzbuchhaltung
Das Max-Planck-Institut für Mathematik in den Naturwissenschaften (MPI MiS) sucht zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt und befristet für 1 Jahr eine/n Sachbearbeiter/in Finanzbuchhaltung.
Math Planck People
30.09.26
David Ziener David Ziener
Research at MPI MiS is as diverse and multifaceted as the people who pursue it. Our Math Planck People portrait series gives a face to our research and introduces the personalities that make up our institute - our scientists & staff. Meet our brilliant minds!
PhD Life
24.09.26
Exploring Positive Geometries in Physics Exploring Positive Geometries in Physics
Congratulations to Joris Koefler on the successful defense of his PhD on “Positive Geometries in Physics”, and on his postdoctoral position at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton.
Future Proof
18.09.26
Future Proof - Two Voices, One Vision Future Proof - Two Voices, One Vision
Two of our former postdocs are now pursuing their scientific careers at renowned French universities.
Marie Trin works as Maîtresse de conférences (associate professor) at the Université de Bourgogne Europe in Dijon, while Anna Roig Sanchis holds the same position at the Université Côte d’Azur in Nice. We are very proud of this achievement and wish them every success in their new roles!
Obituary
10.09.26
In Memory of Hông Vân Lê In Memory of Hông Vân Lê
We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former colleague and scientist Hông Vân Lê, who passed away on September 2 at the age of 65. We will remember her as an outstanding mathematician and a warm, kind, and deeply valued member of our scientific community.
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