Karachi:Mathematics is fundamental to national prosperity in providing tools for understanding science, engineering, technology and economics, said Vice Chancellor, University of Karachi (KU), Dr Pirzada Qasim.

Dr Qasim said this while addressing the inaugural session of the ‘First National Conference on Mathematical Science’ at the KU on Monday. The event is organised by the Department of Mathematical Sciences, KU, in collaboration with the HEC and National Centre for Mathematics.

“Mathematics is essential in public decision-making and for participation in the knowledge economy because it equips pupils with uniquely powerful ways to describe, analyze and change the world. The subject transcends cultural boundaries and its importance is universally recognized, Dr Qasim.

Prof A.D.R.Choudary — Director General, Abdus Salam School of Mathematical Sciences, Government College University (GCU), Lahore, Dr Sarwar Jehan Abbasi, Chairperson, Department of Mathematics, also spoke.The news