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In the mathematical research community, diversity in skills and needs isn't merely an abstract notion; it's a fundamental reality. To better understand and cater to this varied group, we've developed personas — fictional characters that embody the distinct goals, motivations, and challenges of our users. These personas help us fine-tune our services to provide real value not only in development but also in using them in real-world scenarios. They guide the design and enhancement of the portal and the offered services, ensuring that each user, from the seasoned researcher to the innovative data scientist, finds a pathway that resonates with their specific requirements. However, while these personas are instrumental in refining our understanding and approach, they are, of course, simplifications and should not be seen as exhaustive representations of our diverse community.

Dr. Emma Lorenz, Mathematics Researcher “I’m seeking comprehensive resources and insights into the latest theoretical developments in my field and in the MATH+ excellence cluster.” Background: Emma is an experienced mathematics researcher specializing in numerical methods. She has a strong interest in staying up-to-date with research conducted within the MATH+ excellence cluster and other prominent research centers. Goals: o access cutting-edge mathematical datasets and resources that enhance her research quality, with the ability to easily categorize and filter them by their source, such as specific research centers or communities. Motivation: Emma is deeply motivated by her aspiration to contribute significant advancements in mathematics by leveraging the latest developments and insights from leading research communities. Frustrations: She finds it challenging to quickly locate high-quality, relevant datasets, particularly when attempting to filter or search for contributions from specific research communities. Wishes: Emma wishes for an intuitive portal that aggregates diverse mathematical resources, categorizes them by source (e.g., MATH+), and provides seamless access to datasets, tools, and insights to foster research collaborations and quality improvements.	Error creating thumbnail: Unable to save thumbnail to destination Persona: Emma
Lucas Schmidt, PhD Student “I developed an algorithm for my thesis. Now I am looking for similar approaches that I can compare with. I need the source code and the data that they used to reproduce their results. Background: Lucas is a PhD student focusing on algorithm design and computational mathematics. Goals: To find similar approaches and datasets that align with his research to validate and enhance his thesis. Motivation: Lucas aims to publish impactful papers and ensure his algorithms are reproducible by the wider research community. Frustrations: Struggles to locate open-access code and reliable datasets to compare with his work. Wishes: Lucas wishes for a centralized platform where source codes and datasets are easily accessible and well-documented.	Error creating thumbnail: Unable to save thumbnail to destination Persona: Lucas
Dr. Alex Turner, Computational Biologist “I need high-quality datasets and mathematical tools to solve my models. And I want to see who else used these datasets and which results they got." Background: Alex applies mathematical models to biological problems, particularly focusing on DNA and protein analysis. Goals: To find high-quality datasets and mathematical tools that allow him to refine and validate his biological models. Motivation: Alex is motivated by the opportunity to drive innovation in computational biology using advanced mathematical methods. Frustrations: The lack of transparency in dataset provenance and challenges in finding comparable model results. Wishes: Alex wishes for a community-driven platform where researchers can share datasets, tools, and insights on their applications.	Error creating thumbnail: Unable to save thumbnail to destination Persona: Alex
Michael Wagner, Math Hobbyist and Father “I want to read about new developments in mathematics - but in an understandable way. And I am looking for a way to share my enthusiasm with my kids.” Background: Michael is a passionate math enthusiast with a career in teaching and a strong focus on engaging his children in mathematics. Goals: To stay updated on new developments in mathematics in an accessible format and find ways to inspire his kids. Motivation: Michael wants to nurture his children's curiosity and share his love for math in everyday life. Frustrations: Finds most advanced mathematical resources too complex or inaccessible for non-specialists. Wishes: Michael wishes for easily digestible content on modern mathematics and practical ways to involve his children in the subject.	Error creating thumbnail: Unable to save thumbnail to destination Persona: Michael

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 In the mathematical research community, diversity in skills and needs isn't merely an abstract notion; it's a fundamental reality. To better understand and cater to this varied group, we've developed personas — fictional characters that embody the distinct goals, motivations, and challenges of our users. These personas help us fine-tune our services to provide real value not only in development but also in using them in real-world scenarios. They guide the design and enhancement of the portal and the offered services, ensuring that each user, from the seasoned researcher to the innovative data scientist, finds a pathway that resonates with their specific requirements. However, while these personas are instrumental in refining our understanding and approach, they are, of course, simplifications and should not be seen as exhaustive representations of our diverse community.
+{| class="wikitable"
+|-
+| '''Dr. Emma Lorenz, Mathematics Researcher'''
+“I’m seeking comprehensive resources and insights into the latest theoretical developments in my field and in the MATH+ excellence cluster.”
-=== (1) Dr. Emma Lorenz, Mathematics Researcher ===
+* '''Background''': Emma is an experienced mathematics researcher specializing in numerical methods. She has a strong interest in staying up-to-date with research conducted within the MATH+ excellence cluster and other prominent research centers.
-* '''Background''': Emma is an experienced mathematics researcher specializing in numerical methods.
+* '''Goals''': o access cutting-edge mathematical datasets and resources that enhance her research quality, with the ability to easily categorize and filter them by their source, such as specific research centers or communities.
-* '''Goals''': To find cutting-edge mathematical datasets that can enhance her research quality and output.
+* '''Motivation''': Emma is deeply motivated by her aspiration to contribute significant advancements in mathematics by leveraging the latest developments and insights from leading research communities.
-* '''Motivation''': Emma is driven by the desire to contribute significant advancements in her field.
+* '''Frustrations''': She finds it challenging to quickly locate high-quality, relevant datasets, particularly when attempting to filter or search for contributions from specific research communities.
-* '''Frustrations''': Difficulty in quickly locating high-quality, relevant datasets and dealing with inconsistent data formats.
+* '''Wishes''': Emma wishes for an intuitive portal that aggregates diverse mathematical resources, categorizes them by source (e.g., MATH+), and provides seamless access to datasets, tools, and insights to foster research collaborations and quality improvements.
-* '''Wishes''': Emma wishes for a more intuitive and seamless access to diverse mathematical datasets and research collaborations.
+| [[File:Persona_emma.jpg|thumb|Persona: Emma]]
+|-
+| '''Lucas Schmidt, PhD Student'''
+“I developed an algorithm for my thesis. Now I am looking for similar approaches that I can compare with. I need the source code and the data that they used to reproduce their results.
-=== (2) Lucas Schmidt, PhD Student ===
+* '''Background''': Lucas is a PhD student focusing on algorithm design and computational mathematics.
-* '''Background''': Lucas is a doctoral candidate in applied mathematics.
+* '''Goals''': To find similar approaches and datasets that align with his research to validate and enhance his thesis.
-* '''Goals''': To access and utilize advanced mathematical tools and data for his thesis work.
+* '''Motivation''': Lucas aims to publish impactful papers and ensure his algorithms are reproducible by the wider research community.
-* '''Motivation''': Lucas is motivated by his ambition to become a leading expert in his area of study.
+* '''Frustrations''': Struggles to locate open-access code and reliable datasets to compare with his work.
-* '''Frustrations''': Overwhelmed by the vast amount of information available and how to apply it effectively.
+* '''Wishes''': Lucas wishes for a centralized platform where source codes and datasets are easily accessible and well-documented.
-* '''Wishes''': Lucas wishes for streamlined access to tutorials and examples that demonstrate the practical application of theoretical math.
+| [[File:Persona_lucas.jpg|thumb|Persona: Lucas]]
+|-
+| '''Dr. Alex Turner, Computational Biologist'''
+“I need high-quality datasets and mathematical tools to solve my models. And I want to see who else used these datasets and which results they got."
+* '''Background''': Alex applies mathematical models to biological problems, particularly focusing on DNA and protein analysis.
+* '''Goals''': To find high-quality datasets and mathematical tools that allow him to refine and validate his biological models.
+* '''Motivation''': Alex is motivated by the opportunity to drive innovation in computational biology using advanced mathematical methods.
+* '''Frustrations''': The lack of transparency in dataset provenance and challenges in finding comparable model results.
+* '''Wishes''': Alex wishes for a community-driven platform where researchers can share datasets, tools, and insights on their applications.
+| [[File:Persona_alex.jpg|thumb|Persona: Alex]]
+|-
+| '''Michael Wagner, Math Hobbyist and Father'''
+“I want to read about new developments in mathematics - but in an understandable way. And I am looking for a way to share my enthusiasm with my kids.”
-=== (3) Yasmin Abboud, Data Scientist ===
+* '''Background''': Michael is a passionate math enthusiast with a career in teaching and a strong focus on engaging his children in mathematics.
-* '''Background''': Sara is a data scientist in a tech company, using mathematical models for machine learning.
+* '''Goals''': To stay updated on new developments in mathematics in an accessible format and find ways to inspire his kids.
-* '''Goals''': To streamline the integration of theoretical mathematical approaches with practical machine learning models.
+* '''Motivation''': Michael wants to nurture his children's curiosity and share his love for math in everyday life.
-* '''Motivation''': Sara aims to innovate within her field by leveraging the latest research.
+* '''Frustrations''': Finds most advanced mathematical resources too complex or inaccessible for non-specialists.
-* '''Frustrations''': The gap between theoretical frameworks and their practical application.
+* '''Wishes''': Michael wishes for easily digestible content on modern mathematics and practical ways to involve his children in the subject.
-* '''Wishes''': Sara wishes for more collaborative tools and platforms that bridge the gap between theoretical math and practical applications.
+| [[File:Persona_michael.jpg|thumb|Persona: Michael]]
+|}