MALAA 2025: Advancing Research and Collaboration in Matrix Analysis
The International Workshop on Matrix Analysis, Linear Algebra, and Applications (MALAA 2025) was held July 1-2, 2025, at the Institute of Mathematics, University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines. Organized by the Institute’s Matrix Analysis and Linear Algebra (MALA) Group and its affiliates, MALAA 2025 featured a comprehensive program that included eight plenary sessions, twelve contributed talks, and four research discussion sessions. These talks and sessions covered a wide range of topics, showcasing the depth and diversity of current research in matrix analysis and linear algebra.
At the conference dinner, a surprise celebration honored Professor Agnes T. Paras (UP Diliman) on her retirement. Heartfelt speeches and warm tributes recognized her pioneering role in the study of matrix analysis at the Institute, her leadership of the MALA Group, and her significant influence in shaping the group’s research direction.
The organizers thank the support of the following in making MALAA 2025 possible:
- University of the Philippines through the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs and the Office of International Linkages (UP System Supported CU Hosting of International Conferences),
- University of the Philippines Diliman through the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Development (UPD Research Dissemination Grant – Hosting Support Grant),
- Institute of Mathematics,
- Mathematical Society of the Philippines, and
- UP Diliman Mathematics Foundation, Inc.
Report by Kennett L. Dela Rosa