The challenge of numbers begins in the land of imagination and play: Lucca Comics & Games 2025! On November 1st, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., mathematicians, philosophers, and puzzle enthusiasts will gather to discover just how playful mathematics can be!
The event “Mathematics in Games and Games in Mathematics”, organized by the IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca and IUSS Pavia as part of the Educating Future Citizens (EFC) project, officially kicks off the Italian Mental Calculation Championship with an afternoon of talks, games, and discoveries showcasing the surprising and entertaining side of mathematics.
Speakers:
- Ennio Bilancini (IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca) – Playing with Game Theory
- Silvia De Toffoli (IUSS Pavia) – L’année dernière à Marienbad
- Furio Honsell (former Rector and Mayor of Udine) – La Leçon
- Dario De Toffoli (studiogiochi) – Playing with Numbers
Moderator: Andrea Tiengo (IUSS Pavia)
An event for game lovers, puzzle solvers, and anyone curious to see how mathematics can be fascinating, witty, and full of surprises!
📍 When and where: November 1st, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. @ Area Talk, IMT Library
Throughout October 30–31 and November 1, visitors can also enjoy math-themed board games and puzzles, exploring logic and strategy through play.
Creative shortcuts in mental calculation will be revealed to show how mathematics can be flexible, surprising, and fun — with activities suitable for all ages.
✨ Don’t miss out: counting has never been this much fun!