Vietnam’s legendary maths genius Ngo Bao Chau to join University of Hong Kong

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Shi HuangFebruary 9, 2026 at 09:00 AM

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Vietnamese mathematician Ngo Bao Chau, the first Vietnamese recipient of the Fields Medal, will join the University of Hong Kong (HKU) as a chair professor in June. Currently a professor at the University of Chicago, Ngo is renowned for his 2009 proof of the Langlands Programme, a significant theoretical framework in mathematics. Born in Hanoi in 1972, Ngo demonstrated exceptional talent early, winning gold medals at the International Mathematical Olympiad and becoming the youngest full professor in Vietnamese history. He previously held positions at prestigious institutions like Paris-Sud University and the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton. HKU announced his appointment last Thursday, highlighting his contributions to mathematics and his role as a leading figure in the field.

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