African Doctorates in Mathematics. a Catalogue

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This comprehensive catalogue features over 2000 doctoral theses by African mathematicians across various fields, including applied mathematics and mathematics education. The introduction provides insights into the distribution of theses by country, institution, period, and gender, as well as details on mathematical density and the mobility of mathematicians. Appendices highlight female doctorate holders, international contributions, and community service by African mathematicians. Compiled by Paulus Gerdes, the volume includes a preface by Mohamed Hassan, emphasizing its significance in documenting African contributions to mathematics.