Somantika Datta

Somantika Datta is a full Professor in the University of Idaho's Department of Mathematics and Statistical Science, where she has been since 2010 (Assistant Professor 2010-2016, Associate Professor 2016-2023, full Professor since 2023). She previously held postdoctoral positions at Princeton University (2009-2010) and Arizona State University (2007-2009).

Education:

• Ph.D. in Mathematics from University of Maryland, College Park (2007)

Her research focuses on applied harmonic analysis with specializations in frame theory and signal processing. Key areas include:

• Finite/infinite frame theory
• Equiangular/low coherence frame design
• Wavelet construction using Zernike polynomials
• Stochastic frame applications
• Deterministic compressed sensing
• Welch bound generalizations

Recent publications highlight trends in frame theory for signal processing and Zernike polynomial applications in PDEs. She has led multiple funded projects including:

• NSF grant CCF 1422252 (2014-2018)
• Simons Foundation grant (2020-2025)
• AFOSR Grant FA9550-10-1-0441 (2010-2013)

Editorial roles:

• Associate Editor for Kyungpook Mathematical Journal (2022-present)

Teaching includes graduate courses like Math5390 (Theory of Ordinary Differential Equations) and Math5710 (Functional Analysis I) for Fall 2025.