I am Wong Wai Chun from Hong Kong, a Year 2 student at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. I major in Mathematics and I am planning to minor in Computer Science.

Why are you interested in mathematics?
When I was a kid, I liked to do calculations. There are many aspects in daily life that basic computation is really useful. However, I realized later that mathematics is not only calculations, and I started to appreciate the more abstract side of mathematics. It is truly amazing to me that how mathematics is built entirely from just a handful of axioms and postulates.

What is your favourite aspect of mathematics?
I especially like the generalized Stokes' theorem. It is so concise, yet it generalizes so much in calculus. I like how this theorem implies Green's theorem, Stokes' theorem, and divergence theorem, but looks more compact than each of them.

Do you think you have gained something from IYMC?
Yes. In the pre-final round, the reading article features some number theory that I have not seen before. This gave me a wider view of mathematics and this increased my curiosity in the field of number theory.

I am Soumyadeep Mahata, a 19-year old lad hailing from the “City of Joy”. Born and raised in Kolkata, India, I am a Bengali by heart and soul which you can easily identify from my haircut. I am an avid lover of delicacies: Egg roll, Chicken Momo, Luchi & Alur Dom ( Indian flatbread and Potato dish), Chicken Biriyani, Pizza are just a few mentions from my never-ending list of favorite foods. During my 4th grade, I developed a predilection for attending Science Olympiads and Quizzes mainly because it was fun to learn and experience novel things. Since then, I participate in a multitude of completions every year.

Why are you interested in mathematics?
First of all, there Is no reason to be not interested in mathematics. Mathematics Is intricately intertwined with our quotidian lives. The moment one is born, he/she Is assigned his/her Date and Time of Birth which Is nothing but the mathematical measurement of the time elapsed till my birth since J200 (the commonly used epoch). Mathematics helps bring order In the chaos and select the frequency of music in the noise. Also, mathematics has given the world the most important tool to survive, grow, and thrive.

What is your favorite math equation?
The most beautiful equation in the world of mathematics: e^(iπ) + 1 = 0 (Euler’s Identity, also known as Euler’s Equation) The reason I quoted Euler's Identity is that it is my favorite math fact!! This equation profoundly connects the real with the imaginary and the rational with the irrational. Euler’s Identity is the epitome of the existence of a beautiful connection between seemingly unrelated and distant things.

What are your hobbies besides mathematics and science?
I have varied hobbies besides mathematics and sciences. I started drawing at the mere age of 4 years and I still practice drawing and painting. I am well-versed in Pastel color, Watercolor, and Pencil Sketching. I aspire to learn oil painting in the near future.

My name is Rahmat Esar Salsabil. I was born in Makassar, Indonesia. I'm a 3rd year student majoring in actuarial science in Bandung Institute of Technology

How comes that you are fascinated with mathematics?
I am interest in mathematics because mathematics is knowledge that can be used in many fields even helps to improve in them.

What is your favourite math fact or equation?
My favorite math fact is about Euler's number because it is very useful number to solve many abstract problems.

What are your hobbies besides mathematics and science?
My hobbies is travelling, mountain hiking, doing social activities, reading Al-Quran, cooking, and playing badminton.

Do you have plans for your future study career?
I have a goal to become Indonesia's finance minister. By becoming finance minister in Indonesia, I hope to stabilize state finances and to reduce poverty.