oekam
Shaping the future with mathematics
oekam is committed to promoting mathematics and its applications across all areas of society and modern life.
Mission
oekam highlights the importance and value of mathematics.
Our commitment spans research and teaching; business, technology, natural sciences and medicine; as well as policy and education.
The highest standards in science and educational work are our guiding principle.
oekam is committed to inspiring young people to engage with mathematics. We contribute to shaping mathematics education at all levels and support young people interested in mathematics through accessible initiatives and targeted funding measures. oekam communicates the significance of mathematics, its current developments and opportunities to decision-makers in politics and society. We bring mathematical insights into practice and make the influence of mathematics on current developments across society — from technology to medicine — visible. Building on this increased awareness, we advocate for the promotion of mathematics in all areas.
To achieve these goals, oekam:
- initiates and facilitates professional exchange,
- fosters discussion on key topics,
- supports scientific contributions,
- connects experts and institutions.
In this way, oekam helps ensure that mathematics can fully unfold its impact in society, science, and everyday life.
oekam advisory board
The oekam board is supported by the advisory board in order to cover the full breadth of applied mathematics:
- Verena Bögelein, Universität Salzburg
- Kristian Bredies, Universität Graz
- Christian Clason, Universität Graz
- Aris Daniilidis, TU Wien
- Elisa Davoli, TU Wien
- Herbert Egger, JKU Linz
- Philipp Grohs, Universität Wien
- Peter Markowich, Universität Wien
- Ronny Ramlau, JKU Linz
- Carola-Bibiane Schönlieb, University of Cambridge
- Andreas Schröder, Universität Salzburg
- Marie-Therese Wolfram, University of Warwick
Our logo: networking, science & responsibility
The hexagon as a distinctive design element
One node is deliberately designed as a hexagon. This shape
- refers to mathematical structures,
- also evokes the “civilizational hexagon”, a model for stable and rationally organized societies,
- thereby connects mathematical precision with societal relevance and responsibility.
A symbol of modern applications
The hexagon evokes the structure of mobile communication networks, while the network structure recalls neural networks—two examples of how deeply applied mathematics shapes our everyday lives:
from communication and digitalization to artificial intelligence.
Become a member?
oekam connects mathematicians from all fields of applied mathematics. Membership is free of charge. Applications can be submitted easily via this form.
We naturally respect your privacy. You may withdraw your membership at any time.
International network of applied mathematics
oekam is the mathematical arm of the Austrian GAMM section (Society for Applied Mathematics and Mechanics) and part of an international network of professional societies for applied mathematics.
