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= Regius Professor of Mathematics
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The title of Regius Professor of Mathematics is a prestigious academic position in the field of mathematics, typically associated with a specific university, most notably the University of Glasgow in Scotland. The term "Regius" means "royal" in Latin, and such professorships are often established by a monarch. Regius Professorships were historically created by royal decree and are meant to recognize the importance of specific academic disciplines.