Institute of Mathematics and its Applications

IMA President Dr Heather Tewkesbury delivers her Presidential Address on why mathematics matters, followed by an expert panel discussion.

The IMA North West Branch hosts Dr Heather Tewkesbury, IMA President 2026–27, delivering her Presidential Address "Why Mathematics Matters: Sharing Experiences to Amplify Impact". The talk explores how mathematics shapes decisions, strategy and innovation across industry and government, and how sharing experiences can amplify impact for the mathematics community. She is joined by a panel of experts from industry and the NHS: Rushen Patel (Generational), Eleanor Russell (Thales) and Lucy Morgan (The Strategy Unit – NHS). Refreshments are available from 12.30pm, with the lecture beginning at 1pm.