On December 22, 2023, The SASTRA-Ramanujan Awards for 2022 and 2023 have been presented, respectively, to Yunqing Tang and Ruixiang Zhang, both mathematicians at the University of California in Berkeley, at the SASTRA campus in Kumbakonam.
T. Ramaswami, former Secretary, of the Department of Science and Technology, paid tributes to the genius of legendary Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan by presenting the awards. He also highlighted the relevance of his contributions to the contemporary world.
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In 2005, The award was instituted by SASTRA and it carries a cash prize of USD 10,000 and a citation. The award is presented annually to individuals aged 32 and below, who have made outstanding contributions in the field of mathematics. The awards are offered on the birthday of Ramanujan.
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What are the SASTRA-Ramanujan Awards?
The SASTRA-Ramanujan Awards are prestigious honours formed by SASTRA in 2005. The award recognizes individuals under the age of 32 who have made significant contributions to the field of mathematics.
Who are the recipients of the SASTRA-Ramanujan Awards in 2022 and 2023?
The awardees for 2022 and 2023 are mathematicians Yunqing Tang and Ruixiang Zhang, both affiliated with the University of California in Berkeley.
What is the cash prize and recognition for the SASTRA-Ramanujan Awards?
The awardees will get a commendable cash prize of USD 10,000 along with a citation