MathML on the Web: Enabling Cross-Platform Support
As more browsers adopt modern web standards, there is a growing need for showcasing how MathML can be integrated seamlessly across platforms. Using XSLT (Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformations), developers have been able to ensure that MathML content is compatible with XHTML, paving the way for widespread adoption in current browsers.
Mathematical Notation: Reflecting on the Past and Looking to the Future
Renowned computational scientist, Stephen Wolfram, from Wolfram Research, Inc., delivered a captivating presentation on the evolution of mathematical notation. His insights painted a vivid picture of its complexities and the potential future directions in leveraging computational power.
XML: Fostering Cooperation and Competition for Interoperability
Robert Sutor from IBM highlighted the critical role of XML in promoting interoperability across various computing systems. His talk reinforced the importance of cooperation and healthy competition in the tech industry for advancing standards like MathML.
Advancing Formal Mathematics with MathML
Andrea Asperti and his colleagues from Universita Degli Studi Di Bologna brought attention to the application of MathML in advancing the field of formal mathematics, showcasing the potential of digital notation systems.
Typesetting MathML with xmltex
David Carlisle, representing NAG Ltd, explored the intricacies of typesetting MathML using xmltex, a system for typesetting with TeX that handles XML.
Indexing Mathematics with SearchFor
Representatives from INRIA Sophia Antipolis, Stéphane Dalmas, and Marc Gaëtano showcased their innovative tool, SearchFor, designed to index mathematical content, enhancing the discoverability of mathematical research.
Interfacing with MathML
Stan Devitt from Stratum Technical Services Ltd discussed the importance of seamless interaction with MathML's content for improving user experience and facilitating research work.
LaTeX to MathML Converters: TeX4ht & PassiveTeX
Speakers Eitan M. Gurari and Sebastian Rahtz provided insight into their work with TeX4ht and PassiveTeX, tools for converting LaTeX documents into MathML, enriching web accessibility for complex equations.
Converting Legacy Mathematics for Web Display
Timothy W. Cole and his colleagues from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign explored technologies for converting legacy mathematics into formats suitable for modern web display.
MathML in Practical Applications
Don Hatfield from Three Plus Plus Corporation demonstrated a WYSIWYG editor for MathML, easing the process for educators and students. Patrick Ion discussed the unique characters in math and their implications for digital notation.
A Case Study: MathML at the U.S. Patent Office
Paul S. Karleen from Reed Technology presented a case study on the deployment and utility of MathML in managing patent documents.
Numerical Computations Described in MathML
Work by Jian Li and G. Scott Lett at Physiome Sciences emphasized the importance of MathML in the accurate description of numerical computations within scientific research.
Editing and Interacting with MathML in Internet Explorer
With browsers constantly evolving, David Massy from Microsoft Corporation provided insights into how DHTML and Behaviors can be utilized to support MathML in Internet Explorer.
Interactive Multimodal Scientific Documents
T. V. Raman and Angel Luis Diaz from IBM T.J. Watson Research Center propelled the audience into the future with their presentation on interactive multimodal scientific documents using MathML.
MathML in Education: WebCT-Based Math Core Courses
Brian Finnegan and D. R. Rudisill shared their experiences with implementing MathML in WebCT-based core math courses within the University System of Georgia, highlighting the benefits for students' learning.
The W3C's MathML Validator
The joint work of Neil Soiffer and Robert Miner brought light to an essential tool for developers — the W3C's official MathML validator, ensuring code adheres to predefined standards.
Handwriting Recognition Interface for Mathematical Expressions
Masakazu Suzuki's work at Kyushu University introduced an innovative handwriting interface for MathML, pushing the boundaries of how math can be digitally expressed and understood.
As the conference unfolded, myriad innovations from cross-platform support to technological advancements in mathematical notation were presented. Each of these advancements in MathML is not only a step forward for researchers and educators but also for those who often travel the realm of scientific discovery from the comfort of their browser. Just as travel broadens the mind, the integration of MathML on the web expands the horizons of knowledge, making mathematical insights more accessible, interactive, and universally understood across the globe.