2018 International Math Union awards: Masaki Kashiwara

2018 IMU Awards:  Masaki Kashiwara
Marking a lifetime of leading work in the field of algebraic analysis.

In revealing eminent mathematician Masaki Kashiwara as the winner of the 2018 Chern Medal, among the highest honors in his field, we explore his quiet landscape of contemplation in Kyoto, Japan.

 One in a series. See more of the project here.

Filmed by Lance Murphey. Written and produced by John Hubbell. Edited by Jennifer Smart. Co-produced by Lance Murphey, Philip Yam and Meredith Hogan. Score by Jonathan Kirkscey.

Clients: International Mathematics Union, Simons Foundation