Nouakchott, Mauritania · 16–18 March 2027

Sixteenth Maghrebian Meeting on the History of Arabic Mathematics

Bringing together researchers, academics, and specialists to explore, study, and promote the rich heritage of Arabic mathematics.

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    COMHISMA 16 : ouverture des préinscriptions

    20 Feb 2026 · 9:00 AM · Nouakchott, Mauritanie

    Les préinscriptions à la Seizième Rencontre Maghrébine sur l'Histoire des Mathématiques Arabes (COMHISMA 16) sont ouvertes. La rencontre se tiendra à Nouakchott du 16 au 18 mars 20...

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COMHISMA

A scientific meeting dedicated to the history of Arabic mathematics

The Sixteenth Maghrebian Meeting on the History of Arabic Mathematics provides a scientific platform for dialogue and exchange among researchers, academics, and specialists in Arabic scientific heritage.

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THEMES

Conference Themes

The conference welcomes scientific contributions addressing the following themes related to the history of Arabic mathematics:

  1. Mathematics and astronomy in the Arab-Islamic world
  2. Transmission of Arabic mathematical texts
  3. Relations between mathematics and other disciplines
  4. Pedagogical and historiographical approaches
ORGANIZERS

Organization & Scientific Committee

The Mauritanian Association for the Promotion of Mathematics, in collaboration with the CEROS Center and the HADEF Center, is organizing the Sixteenth Maghrebian Meeting on the History of Arab Mathematics.

The International Scientific Committee of the Colloquium is chaired by Professor Ahmed Djebbar.

PRACTICAL INFO

Practical Information

Venue
The meeting will take place in Nouakchott, Mauritania, at a university institution to be confirmed.
Accommodation
Participants are encouraged to book accommodation in advance. A list of recommended hotels will be provided soon.
Transport
Nouakchott International Airport provides main connections. Detailed guidance will be sent to participants.
Participation
Participation is open to researchers, academics, and doctoral students interested in the history of Arabic mathematics.
Official schedule

Important Dates

Official schedule of the Sixteenth Maghrebian Meeting on the History of Arabic Mathematics.

  1. 20 February 2026Pre-registration opens.
  2. 20 April 2026Deadline for submitting abstracts and papers.
  3. 1 July 2026Notification of acceptance or rejection.
  4. 1 September 2026Deadline for submitting final abstracts.
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Contact person
Dr Fatimetou Aghrabatt

Response time: 24–48h