How can abstract maths improve real-world systems? Professor George Willis from The University of Newcastle transformed pure mathematics with Willis Theory, revealing deep structure in locally compact groups. His groundbreaking work has unexpected impact—optimising complex networks, including computer systems and data flow.
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