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On the Origins of Riemann’s Hypothesis - David E Rowe

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Date & Time

Wed, 28 Oct 2026

17:00

Venue

Lecture Theatre 1

Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford

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About this event

David E. Rowe charts the birth of the legendary Riemann Hypothesis.

Why you should come

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• Hear David E. Rowe dissect Riemann's 1859 8-page zeta paper

• Rowe explains why the hypothesis was only incidentally stated

• YouTube premiere on 18 Nov, 5-6 pm; no registration needed

Event Highlights

  • •Explores motivations behind Riemann's 1859 8-page zeta paper
  • •Historical origin story of the Riemann Hypothesis and its sequels
  • •In-person lecture in Lecture Theatre 1, Oxford Mathematics
  • •YouTube broadcast on 18 Nov, 5-6 pm; available to watch anytime after
  • •Part of Oxford Mathematics Public Lectures; supported by XTX Markets

Speaker

David E Rowe

Professor Emeritus for History of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at Johannes Gutenberg University in Mainz

What to bring / Requirements

  • •Email external-relations@maths.ox.ac.uk to register for in-person attendance

Organized by: Oxford Mathematics Public Lectures

Contact: external-relations@maths.ox.ac.uk

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