Silvia Fernandez

Dr. Silvia Fernandez is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at California State University, Northridge (CSUN), where she has been since 2001. She holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from Rutgers University (2001) and a B.Sc. in Mathematics from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM, 1995). Her research focuses on Discrete Geometry, Combinatorics, and Graph Theory, with a particular emphasis on crossing numbers, geometric graphs, and algorithmic geometry.

Her work often involves collaborations with international researchers, including Bernardo M. Ábrego, Oswin Aichholzer, and Csaba Tóth. Key areas of exploration include the rectilinear crossing number of complete graphs, bipartite cylindrical crossing numbers, and 2-page book drawings. Recent publications (2021–2017) highlight advancements in geometric graph theory and computational geometry.

Publications since 2017 reflect a focus on minimizing crossings in graph drawings, exploring bishellable and twisted configurations, and addressing combinatorial problems in geometric settings. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, but her extensive collaborative research network indicates significant contributions to the field.

Her advising and grants section remains unspecified in the provided texts, but her publications suggest active involvement in mentoring students and researchers through collaborations on interdisciplinary projects. No dedicated labs or teams are noted, though her work is part of broader computational geometry communities.