Can we use mathematical modelling to solve the complex social challenges of inequality?
In short: Mathematician Nira Chamberlain explores whether equality and diversity initiatives can be treated as scientific problems. By applying rigorous modelling techniques to social justice, this talk investigates if we can objectively measure the effectiveness of strategies designed to unlock talent in underrepresented groups.
Nira Chamberlain, a Mathematical Modelling Technical Fellow and former President of the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, brings over 30 years of experience to the question of social equity. Drawing on the work of businesswoman Leila Janah, the discussion frames diversity as a scientific challenge rather than purely a social one. By applying the same algorithmic precision used in engineering and commercial sectors, Chamberlain examines how to quantify the success of inclusion strategies.
Recorded at the Royal Institution in March 2025, the talk continues a long tradition of scientific discourse at the venue. Chamberlain, who was named the World's Most Interesting Mathematician in 2018 and awarded an OBE in 2022, explores how the mathematician’s toolkit can be leveraged to address systemic barriers and ensure that talent is not left untapped.
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