Marcus du Sautoy is a well-known mathematician and professor at the University of Oxford. He holds the prestigious Simonyi Professorship for the Public Understanding of Science, previously held by Richard Dawkins. Marcus is also a Fellow of New College and has served as President of the Mathematical Association. He is recognized for his ability to popularize mathematics and has received the 2009 Michael Faraday Prize for his excellence in communicating science. Marcus has written several books, including "The Num8er My5teries" and "Symmetry: A Journey into the Patterns of Nature." His latest book, "The Creativity Code," explores the impact of AI and machine learning on the creative arts and mathematics.
In his presentations, Marcus delves into various themes and topics. He discusses the role of AI in unlocking human creativity, as well as the power of mathematics in predicting patterns and managing uncertainty. He also demystifies the hidden world of algorithms, which play a crucial role in modern life. Despite the limitations of our knowledge, Marcus emphasizes that mathematics remains our best tool for navigating uncertainty and understanding the world.
