Mathematics forms the basis of many innovations in technology, the service industry and science, such as data analysis and coding, artificial intelligence, weather or climate change modelling or understanding molecular processes. The researchers from the Mathematical Institute (MI) are constantly developing…

The Algebra, Geometry and Number Theory specialisation is the excellent preparation for a career in research. It is a suitable stepping stone for pursuing a PhD degree. The degree also gives you access to job opportunities outside academia.

Promotor: W. Jaffe, Co-promotor: K. Meisenheimer

This PhD thesis concerns the topic of arithmetic geometry. We address three different questions and each of the questions in some way is about counting how big some set is or can be.

In the first part of this thesis we study the geometry of folding patterns.

Do you have any questions about the master’s specialisation Mathematics and Algebra, Geometry and Number Theory? Please contact us.

A secret code that we currently use to send e-mails securely is based on the maths of a century ago. The geometrical surfaces that Dino Festi studied during his PhD research will perhaps be used in future codes or new physics. PhD defence 5 July.

The master’s programme offers two research-oriented specialisations where you can focus on Algebra, Geometry and Number Theory or Applied Mathematics. You can also combine Mathematics with education, management or science communication.

The Algebra, Geometry and Number Theory specialisation gives you profound knowledge of pure mathematics. The focus is on both fundamental mathematics and on applications in other sciences, society and industry. During your master’s you will be part of one of the multidisciplinary research teams at the…

Morality, mathematics, geometry, geography, music, navigation, and language are traditionally viewed as uniquely human cultural achievements and abilities. The study of their development and variation is classified as part of the humanities and social sciences. These fields have been mainly studied…

On 30 September 2013 Ronald Cramer, head of the Cryptology group of Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica (CWI) and a professor of cryptology at the Mathematical Institute of Leiden University, was inaugurated as a member of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW).

PhD Defence

Can we tailor catalysts at the atomic scale by means of high-school chemistry and geometry rules?

PhD Defence

PhD Defence

Promotor: S.J. Edixhoven, Co-promotor: R.S. de Jong

Conference

Promotor: Peter Stevenhagen

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This thesis explores interfacial conductance and electric field-effects in LaAlO3/SrTiO3 heterostructures.

We study the dynamics of individual emitters in micro cavities.

Promotores: S.J. Edixhoven, F. Andreatta

Are you interested in taking up an extra challenge during your master’s programme? Do you want to develop your own personal leadership style?

The Mathematics master’s programme will guarantee a thorough theoretical basis and will make sure you are ready to work in a multidisciplinary environment. Your mathematical degree will give you the right tools to operate successfully on the international market.

The Mathematics and SCS master specialisation gives you the opportunity to combine Mathematics research with different aspects of science communication.

The two-year research programme Applied Mathematics offers courses at an advanced level. There is a large degree of freedom in choosing one’s own topics. Some of the courses are given at national level, in the Dutch Mastermath programme. The programme concludes with the preparation of a master’s the…

PhD Defence

Lecture

As an alternative to the diving board shaped force sensor, we are now developing a magnetically levitated small superconducting particle – or ‘Lead Zeppelin'' – as our mechanical resonator. We explore routes towards detection of gravity between small objects.

Promotor: M.T.M. Koper, Co-promotor: J.B.F. Juurlink

Promotor: Prof.dr. W.Th.F. den Hollander, Co-promotor: R. Fernandez

Promotor: A. Kros

Leiden University offers you several services related to career orientation and job application skills.

Promotor: K.J. Batenburg

The Mathematical Institute is responsible for the research and education in mathematics and statistics at Leiden University.

Promotor: R. Cramer

This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of the Faculty of Science with Sichuan University in Chengdu.

This dissertation is a study of the view of the Neoplatonist Proclus (Athens, 411-485) on to what extent and how the changing and unreliable world of sense perception can itself be an object of scientific knowledge.

Medicine/LUMC, Science

Combine training in Mathematics research with different aspects of business studies. Learn to build bridges between science and business.

The Mathematics and Education master specialisation gives you the opportunity to combine Mathematics research with an excellent education in becoming a Mathematics teacher.

To be eligible for Algebra, Geometry and Number Theory at Leiden University, you must meet the following admission requirements.

Research in the van Exter lab focuses on quantum aspects of light and light-matter interaction. One of our long-term goals is to develop a reliable quantum memory, based on a single emitter in an open micro cavity.

Is it possible to successfully design self-assembling nano-scale protein skeletons for use as a vaccine platform?

You’ve been accepted! Leiden University looks forward to welcoming you as a new student. Your next step is to prepare for your studies. Below you can find some tips to help you get a head start as you embark on your studies at Leiden University.

Robin de Jong

Microneedle-based vaccination has several advantages over vaccination by using conventional hypodermic needles.

Promotor: Bas Edixhoven, Promotor: Qing Liu