Philibert Nang

Philibert Nang (born 1967[1]) is a Gabonese mathematician known for his work in algebra.

Nang won the 2011 Ramanujan Prize from the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) for his research in mathematics, and because he conducted it in Gabon the ICTP declared: "It is hoped that his example will inspire other young African mathematicians working at the highest levels while based in Africa."[2]

He obtained his Ph.D. in 1996 under the supervision of Louis Boutet de Monvel.[3]

Nang currently serves as president of the Gabon Mathematical Society.[4]

References

  1. ↑ Paulus Gerdes (2007). African Doctorates in Mathematics: A Catalogue. Research Center for Mathematics, Culture and Education, Maputo, Mozambique. p. 127. ISBN 978-1-4303-1867-5.
  2. ↑ "ICTP - Ramanujan Prize Winner 2011". ictp.it. Retrieved 24 January 2015.
  3. ↑ "The Mathematics Genealogy Project - Philibert Nang". ams.org. Retrieved 24 January 2015.
  4. ↑ "International Mathematical Union (IMU): Gabon (associate member)". mathunion.org. Retrieved 24 January 2015.