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  • Events 

    We have completed our program year and are now planning our next series of events, which will start in the fall. Please check back soon for an updated schedule.
  • Past Events

    Monday, November 9, 2009 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

    Can Markets Undergo Phase Transitions?

    Speaker: Lisa Borland, PhD (Evnine and Associates)

    Dr. Lisa Borland applies methods from theoretical physics to understand the dynamics of financial markets. At this symposium, she will present her recent work “Statistical Signatures in Times of Panic: Markets as a Self-Organizing System”.

    Thursday, April 16, 2009 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    Texas Hold'em: Algorithmic Trading

    Speakers: Ian Domowitz (Investment Technology Group) and Lee Maclin (Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences & Founding Partner, Pragma Financial Systems)

    The use of algorithms to optimize execution of trading strategies has surged in popularity in recent years. This meeting will feature experts discussing recent advances in algorithmic trading.

    Thursday, November 6, 2008 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    Credit Crisis: Actions Taken and Lessons Learned

    The credit crisis has had a significant impact on the financial markets as well as the global economy. At this meeting, we will hear from two prominent presenters their insights and experiences on this topic.

    Thursday, April 17, 2008 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

    Quantitative Finance: Market Crisis

    As Washington continues to debate details of a stimulus package and the Federal Reserve toys with interest rates, join this meeting to learn more about America's recent market difficulties brought on by the subprime mortgage crisis.