Remembering D.D. Kosambi
D. D. Kosambi
Born
July 31, 1907, Kosben, Goa
Died
June 29, 1966, Pune
Occupation
Mathematician and Historian
Prof. D.D. Kosambi was one of the finest intellectuals of the last century who applied mathematical methods of research to history and culture of India. 2007 is Kosambi’s birth centenary and a few of his admirers have decided to hold a seminar in commemoration.
A one-day seminar in English will be held at Manipal Institute of Communication on 22nd July 2007. Some well-known historians and distinguished scholars in other disciplines are participating in the seminar. Discussions and presentations would include the life, work and vision of Prof. Kosambi. The relevance of Professor Kosambi’s work today and the paradigm changes his line of thought introduced into Numismatics, History, Culture and Scientific temperament would be discussed.
A few episodes of a 13 part serial named “India Invented” produced by Dr. Arvind N Das and dedicated to Prof. Kosambi would also be screened.
This is to welcome all the intellectuals to come and participate.
Please register by sending a mail to ddkosambicent@gmail.com .
Or
Write to Prof. K. P. Rao, Manipal Institute of Communication, Udayavani Road, Manipal.
