Hannah Fry

Hannah Fry is a a mathematician, broadcaster and lecturer in the Mathematics of Cities at the Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis at University College London. She is renowned for her ability to bring mathematics to life, combining academic insight with an accessible and engaging communication style. In recognition of her work, she was awarded the prestigious Zeeman Medal for excellence in engaging the public with mathematics.

Fry has presented a wide range of acclaimed documentaries across television and radio. Her Emmy Award-winning Bloomberg series The Future with Hannah Fry explores how science and technology are reshaping our world, with a focus on ensuring that innovation benefits humanity. Other major projects include The Secret Genius of Modern Life (BBC Two), which reveals the hidden science behind everyday objects, and Making Sense of Cancer (BBC Two), which earned her the Grierson Award for Best Presenter. She has also appeared on Have I Got News For You, Would I Lie to You?, and Taskmaster’s New Year’s Treat, showcasing her versatility as a broadcaster. In 2024, Dr Fry launched The Infinite Explorer with National Geographic and Bloomberg Originals, a travelogue exploring how geography, culture, and history shape national identity. A new BBC series focused on artificial intelligence is in development for 2026. Her popular audio work includes The Curious Cases of Rutherford & Fry on BBC Radio 4, Uncharted, and The DeepMind Podcast.

Fry is the author of multiple bestsellers including A Complete Guide to Absolutely Everything, The Mathematics of Love and Hello World: How to Be Human in the Age of the Machine, which won the 2020 Asimov Prize and was widely acclaimed. Through her writing, broadcasting, and public speaking, Fry has become internationally recognised for her joyful and thought-provoking approach to making mathematics meaningful for all.