Brent Everitt

Brent Everitt is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of York, where he has been since 1999. He holds a Readership position and has previously held roles such as Senior Lecturer. His academic journey includes undergraduate studies at the University of Auckland, followed by postgraduate degrees at the University of Toronto and the University of Auckland. Before joining York, he held positions at the Universities of Aberdeen, Warwick, and Durham.

Everitt’s research focuses on algebra, topology, and combinatorics, with a particular emphasis on homological methods in algebra, partial symmetry through reflection monoids, representation theory of groups and monoids, and geometric manifolds. Collaborators include Paul Turner, John Fountain, and James East. His work on hyperplane arrangements, matroids, and Coxeter groups has led to significant contributions in algebraic topology and geometric group theory.

He has supervised eight PhD students, including Majed Albaity and Jim Woodward. His research projects include exploring sheaf homology, minimal hyperbolic manifold volumes, and the interplay between combinatorial structures and algebraic frameworks. He has been involved in grants such as the Heilbronn small grant scheme on diagrammatic intuition and deep learning in mathematics.

Everitt is actively engaged in academic outreach, delivering invited talks globally on topics like reflection monoids, Khovanov homology, and hyperbolic manifolds. His teaching contributions include courses on Galois theory and algebraic topology, reflecting his dedication to both research and education.