Hannah K. Larson

Hannah K. Larson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of California, Berkeley. She is also a Clay Research Fellow (2022-2027) and recipient of the 2024 Maryam Mirzakhani New Frontiers Prize.

• University: University of California, Berkeley
• Academic Rank: Assistant Professor
• Clay Research Fellow: 2022-2027

Educational Background:

• PhD in Mathematics from Stanford University (2022), advised by Ravi Vakil

Research Interests focus on algebraic geometry and intersection theory, particularly moduli spaces of curves, tautological rings, and Chow rings. Her work investigates cohomological structures of moduli spaces and extends Brill-Noether theory to special curve classes.

Publications trend emphasizes moduli spaces, Chow rings, and tautological structures across 15 recent articles. Collaborators include Samir Canning, Sam Payne, and Ravi Vakil.

Scientific Awards:

• 2024 Maryam Mirzakhani New Frontiers Prize
• Hertz Thesis Prize (2022)

Advising and Grants: She has no listed advisees but collaborates extensively. The Clay Research Fellowship (2022-2027) supports her research.

Labs and Teams: She participates in the Berkeley mathematics community and collaborates with institutions like Harvard Society of Fellows and ETH Zürich researchers.