Congruence & Convergence:

A Conference in Celebration of Fidel Nemenzo’s 65th Birthday

21-23 February 2026
The Learning Commons, University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines

Welcome to Congruence & Convergence

We are pleased to announce the Congruence & Convergence, a premier academic conference honoring Dr. Fidel Nemenzo, a distinguished mathematician, scholar, and academic leader. The conference brings together mathematicians, researchers, and students to celebrate his lasting contributions to mathematics, higher education, and the promotion of science and culture in the Philippines and beyond.

This milestone event recognizes Dr. Fidel Nemenzo’s profound achievements in research, his visionary leadership in academia, and his enduring commitment to mentorship and public engagement.

About the conference

Congruence & Convergence provides a dynamic forum for the exchange of ideas across mathematics and related sciences. The program features plenary lectures by internationally recognized mathematicians and scholars.

Celebrating Dr. Fidel Nemenzo

Dr. Nemenzo is a leading number theorist whose work, particularly in elliptic curves and coding theory, has significantly shaped mathematical research in the Philippines. Beyond his scholarly contributions, he has served as a transformative academic leader, most notably as Chancellor of the University of the Philippines Diliman, and as a vital link between the scientific community and the broader public.

This conference is both a scholarly gathering and a tribute to a mentor who has inspired generations of Filipino mathematicians to pursue excellence grounded in social responsibility.

We invite researchers and scholars from across the country to attend the conference for three days of rigorous learning, meaningful discussion, and collegial celebration. Let us come together to honor a remarkable legacy and advance the frontiers of mathematics.

Location: The Learning Commons, University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines

Dates: 21-23 February 2026