Fifth Annual Geometry and Topology Conference

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DMS-0223533Shing-Tung YauThis award provides partial support for mathematicians fromunderrepresented groups and other junior mathematicians without other means of support to attend a Geometry and Topology Conferenceon May 3,4, and 5 at Harvard University. The first day of the conference will emphasize Karen Uhlenbeck's leading role in mentoring women in Mathematics and feature four female speakersfrom a well known leader in the field to other more junior mathematicians. There will be several poster session during theconference including one on "Women in Science." The second and third days of the conference will feature lectures from twelve eminent Geometers and Topologists. Further details about the conference, including lists of speakers and local hotels can be found at http://math.harvard.edu/jdg/index.html