Event: Beijing Normal University Mathematics Forum
Date: Thu. March 19, 2026
Organizer: Beijing Normal University
Lecture: Control and Machine Learning: A Mathematical Journey
Speaker: Prof. Enrique Zuazua, FAU – Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (Germany)
Enrique Zuazua Explores the Intersection of Control Theory and AI at Beijing Normal University
On March 19, 2026, Prof. Enrique Zuazua presented as keynote speaker at the 30th lecture of its Mathematics Forum “Control and Machine Learning: A Mathematical Journey” hosted by the BNU, Beijing Normal University, China.
In his talk, Prof. Zuazua traced the historical development of control theory, from the origins of cybernetics, introduced by Ampère and later expanded by Wiener, to its modern connections with artificial intelligence (AI). He emphasized how control theory provides a rigorous mathematical framework for understanding regulation and communication in both natural and engineered systems.
A central theme of the lecture was the deep connection between control systems and contemporary machine learning. He highlighted how mathematical principles underpinning control theory are increasingly shaping AI methodologies, enabling advances in modeling, prediction, and technological innovation. Through examples and applications, he illustrated the transformative impact of integrating control theory with machine learning, offering a forward-looking perspective on the future of applied mathematics.
After an engaging discussion on questions about AI, mathematical modeling, and the evolving role of mathematics in scientific discovery, Prof. Zuazua highlighted how mathematics remains a fundamental driver of innovation, particularly as new challenges emerge in the era of artificial intelligence.
WHEN
Thu. March 19, 2026
WHERE
BNU, Zhuhai campus and Live-streaming
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See more about this event at: https://math.bnu.edu.cn/xyxw/6cfcb0ae5bd04487b57cf5418b5f7573.htm
*Prof. Zuazua’s photo by BNU, Beijing Normal University
