Michael J. Barany

Professors Kirsti Niskanen and Michael J. Barany discuss their book on the historical construction of scholarly personae through topics such as international travels, embodiment, and gender. They explore the influence of incomes and funding opportunities on scholarly personae in various disciplines and how understanding these histories can promote diversity in academia. The podcast also covers the multidisciplinary nature of the book, explores the concept of persona in mathematics, and highlights the significance of being aware of persona creation in academia.