Hannah Fry

Professor Hannah Fry is a distinguished mathematician and author who holds the historic position of Professor of the Public Understanding of Mathematics at the University of Cambridge. As the first individual to occupy this chair, she is also a Fellow of Queens' College and serves as the President of the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications. Her academic career includes a significant tenure at University College London, where she specialised in the mathematics of cities and the complex patterns governing human behaviour. In recognition of her contributions to engineering and science communication, she was elected a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering in 2022. Beyond the lecture theatre, Professor Fry is a prominent broadcaster who has presented acclaimed programmes such as The Secret Genius of Modern Life and the Royal Institution Christmas Lectures. Her work spans fluid dynamics, the mechanics of modern appliances, and the investigation of how data reveals hidden biases within our society. She is a recipient of both the Asimov Prize and the David Attenborough Award, reflecting her ability to translate abstract concepts into engaging narratives about the digital and physical worlds. Audiences book Professor Fry for her unique ability to demystify artificial intelligence and data science through a lens of fairness and human psychology. She provides a compelling look at the mathematical structures underpinning daily life, making her a vital voice for organizations navigating an increasingly algorithmic future. On stage, Hannah Fry is best known for talks on Science, AI and Diversity & Inclusion. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Education, Science & Research and Technology, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Hannah Fry is regularly booked for Conference Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Hannah Fry travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Hannah Fry would approach your audience.