Here’s a summary of the upcoming lecture by Dr. Sunil Chebolu at Illinois State University:
Event Details
- Lecture Title: “The Magic of 24: From Classroom Curiosity to Contemporary Research”
- Speaker: Dr. Sunil Chebolu, Professor of Mathematics
- Date: Tuesday, September 22
- Time: 6 p.m.
- Location: Bone Student Center’s Old Main Room
- Admission: Free to the public
Lecture Overview
Dr. Chebolu will discuss a question posed by a student in his number theory class that led to significant research: whether the 1s in the multiplication table of “clock arithmetic modulo n” lie exclusively along the diagonal. This question led to deeper investigations, collaborations, and connections with various mathematical concepts, ultimately relating to a prominent open problem in mathematics.
About Dr. Chebolu
- Joined Illinois State University in 2008; previously postdoctorate at the University of Western Ontario.
- Research focuses on number theory and open questions; published over 50 papers.
- Recognized for excellence in research and teaching with several awards.
- Engages in science communication, exploring mathematics through lectures and online platforms.
History of the Lecture Series
The Arts and Sciences Lecture Series began in 1968 to honor faculty contributions and features two lectures each year.
For more information, you can check out the College of Arts and Sciences news site.
