is managed through the Fields Commercial and Industrial Mathematics Program.
“ We’ re very excited by the potential of this new relationship with the DMZ,” says Fields Deputy Director Huaxiong Huang.“ The Fields Commercial and Industrial Mathematics Program is always looking for new partnerships to expose our students to industry challenges. As the leading tech incubator in North America, the DMZ can give our students valuable exposure to the development of cutting-edge technology and starting new enterprises. In turn, Fields can provide mathematical expertise and refer promising new startups in the mathematical space.”
Founded in 2010, the DMZ is the leading business incubator for tech startups in Canada. The DMZ helps startups grow great businesses by connecting them with customers, capital, coaches and a community of innovators to help them scale globally.
“ At the DMZ, we’ re actively looking to connect Canadian entrepreneurs with business opportunities to help them further tap into industry and market expertise,” said Abdullah Snobar, executive director of the DMZ at Ryerson University.“ We look forward to welcoming the Fields Institute as a partner that will help us capitalize on the breadth of Canadian innovations in mathematical sciences.” �
Fields Board Member Named Canada’ s Chief Science Advisor
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the appointment of Dr. Mona Nemer in Ottawa last month.
ONE OF FIELDS NEWEST BOARD MEMBERS, Dr. Mona Nemer, was appointed as Canada’ s Chief Science Advisor, following an open, transparent, and merit-based selection process. The new role is part of the government’ s commitment to support scientists and strengthen the role of science in government.
“ We have taken great strides to fulfill our promise to restore science as a pillar of government decision-making,” said Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.“ Today, we took another big step forward by announcing Dr. Mona Nemer as our Chief Science Advisor. Dr. Nemer brings a wealth of expertise to the role. Her advice will be invaluable and inform decisions made at the highest levels. I look forward to working with her to promote a culture of scientific excellence in Canada.”
Dr. Nemer is a renowned health researcher and an accomplished senior academic leader, including more than ten years as the Vice-President, Research at the University of Ottawa.
As Chief Science Advisor, Dr. Nemer will provide impartial scientific advice to the Prime Minister and the Minister of
Science. She will also ensure that government science remains open and freely accessible to Canadians.
“ I am honoured and excited to be Canada’ s Chief Science Advisor,” said Dr. Nemer.“ I am very pleased to be representing Canadian science and research – work that plays a crucial role in protecting and improving the lives of people everywhere.” �
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