The most rewarding part of my work is the "Aha" moment, the excitement of discovery and enjoyment of understanding something new - the feeling of bei…

- Maryam Mirzakhani

It is invaluable to have a friend who shares your interests and helps you stay motivated.

- Maryam Mirzakhani

I don't think that everyone should become a mathematician, but I do believe that many students don't give mathematics a real chance. I did poorly in …

- Maryam Mirzakhani

As a kid, I dreamt of becoming a writer. My most exciting pastime was reading novels; in fact, I would read anything I could find. I never thought I …

- Maryam Mirzakhani