Exhibition opening: Émile Borel, a mathematician in the plural

The University of Luxembourg is pleased to announce the opening of the exhibition Émile Borel: A Mathematician in the Plural, a unique exploration of the life, work, and multifaceted legacy of one of the most influential figures in modern mathematics.

To mark this occasion, an inaugural conference will be held by Laurent Mazliak, historian of mathematics and professor at Sorbonne Université. His lecture will offer an illuminating journey through Borel’s scientific contributions, his role in shaping probability theory, and his remarkable engagement with the political and intellectual currents of his time.

This event brings together mathematics, history, and culture, inviting visitors to discover Émile Borel not only as a pioneering scientist but also as a public thinker whose ideas continue to resonate today.

We warmly invite students, researchers, and the wider public to join us for this exceptional opening and to explore the exhibition in the days that follow.