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Nicholas OssiView profile

Visiting Assistant Professor

• Nonlinear Waves
• Integrable Systems
• Partial Differential Equations
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Nicholas Ossi is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University at Buffalo's College of Arts and Sciences. He holds a PhD in Applied Mathematics from Florida State University (2024) and a BS in Mathematics and Physics from the University of Central Florida (2018). His research focuses on integrable nonlinear partial differential and difference equations modeling wave propagation in dispersive media, particularly within the nonlinear Schrödinger (NLS) family. His work explores inverse scattering transforms for space-time-shifted integrable equations and investigates non-Hermitian systems with applications in wave dynamics and topological properties. Recent publications address discrete integrable systems, breather interactions, and effects of complex potentials. Office hours: Tuesday/Thursday 10:00-11:00am. Contact: 326 Mathematics Building, UB North Campus, Buffalo NY, 14260-2900; (904) 891-0164; nossi@buffalo.edu .

Alexandra Andreeva SoskovaView profile

Professor

• Computability Theory
• Computable Structure Theory
• Mathematical Logic
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Alexandra Andreeva Soskova is a Full Professor in the Department of Mathematical Logic and its Applications at Sofia University's Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics. She holds a PhD in Mathematics (1990) and has held academic roles since 1979, including Head of Department (2008-2016) and Vice Dean (2015-2016). Her research focuses on computability theory, computable structure theory, and enumeration reducibility, with notable contributions to degree spectra and abstract structures. Education: BS (1978), MS (1979) in Mathematics, PhD (1990) in Mathematical Logic (Sofia University) Award: Honorary badge 'St. Kliment Ohridski' (2020) Her work explores effective properties of abstract structures, including coding in graphs, cohesive powers, and jump inversion theorems. She has supervised multiple PhD and MS students, including Stefan Vatev. Key grants include collaborations with institutions in Austria, Russia, and the US. She actively participates in academic service, including roles with the Association for Symbolic Logic and organizing international conferences.

Niels OtaniView profile

Associate Professor

• Cardiac Electrophysiology
• Computational Biology
• Biomechanical Imaging
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Niels Otani is an Associate Professor in the School of Mathematics and Statistics at the College of Science, Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). He holds a BA from the University of Chicago and a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on cardiac electrophysiology, computational biology, and biomechanical imaging, with a particular emphasis on understanding and controlling cardiac arrhythmias such as ventricular fibrillation. Dr. Otani has pioneered methods for visualizing action potential propagation using ultrasound and developed novel defibrillation strategies that reduce energy requirements. He also investigates the role of ephaptic coupling in cardiac dynamics and the mechanisms underlying spiral wave formation and termination. His work bridges mathematics, physics, and cardiology, with applications in clinical therapies and biomedical engineering. Dr. Otani's research has been supported by grants such as an NSF award for developing diagnostic tools for cardiac disease. He teaches advanced courses in multivariable calculus, linear algebra, and research thesis supervision. Collaborations span interdisciplinary teams, including veterinary cardiology and biomedical imaging groups. His contributions include over 50 publications on topics ranging from action potential dynamics to computational modeling of cardiac tissue, with a focus on translating theoretical findings into clinical solutions.

Shujuan MaoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Environmental Seismology
• Hydrogeophysics
• Geothermal Energy
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Shujuan Mao is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the University of Texas at Austin, part of the Jackson School of Geosciences. She holds a B.S. from Peking University, a Ph.D. from MIT, and conducted postdoctoral research at Stanford University and the Institut des Sciences de la Terre in France. Her research focuses on environmental seismology, hydrogeophysics, and geothermal energy, with an emphasis on understanding subsurface fluid dynamics using seismic interferometry. Key areas include groundwater monitoring, carbon sequestration, and volcanic unrest. She leads the 'Seismo4D' research group, which develops cutting-edge seismic techniques for 4D subsurface imaging. Mao's work spans academic contributions (over 15 peer-reviewed articles), student supervision (two current advisees), and international collaborations. Her group actively recruits PhD students and postdocs interested in environmental seismology and energy transition challenges. Her mailing address is Jackson School of Geosciences, Austin, TX 78712-1692, with contact via smao@jsg.utexas.edu or shujuan.c.mao@gmail.com.

Peter H.M. BovendeerdView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cardiovascular Biomechanics
• Mathematical Modeling in Clinical Data
• Cardiac Electromechanics
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Peter H.M. Bovendeerd is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), specializing in the Cardiovascular Biomechanics research group. He holds affiliations with the Eindhoven MedTech Innovation Center and EAISI Health. His work focuses on developing mathematical models to interpret clinical patient data, particularly in cardiac electromechanics, perioperative monitoring, and perinatal monitoring, collaborating with Catharina Hospital and Máxima Medical Center. Academically, Bovendeerd earned his MSc in Applied Physics (cum laude, 1985) and PhD (1990) from TU/e and Maastricht University, respectively. His research integrates fundamental physical/physiological principles to estimate pathologies from patient data through inverse modeling, aiding diagnosis and treatment planning. He teaches courses including Biomechanics, Cardiac Function, and Continuum Mechanics. Recent research emphasizes fetal blood circulation modeling, cardiac mechanics frameworks, and post-infarct ventricular function. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through advancements in healthcare technology and innovation.

Suchuan DongView profile

Professor

• Computational and Applied Mathematics
• High-Order Numerical Methods
• Multiphase Flows
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Suchuan Dong is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Purdue University , affiliated with the Center for Computational and Applied Mathematics . His work bridges Computational Mathematics and Machine Learning , focusing on High-Order Numerical Methods and Multiphase Flows . Academic Background Post-Doc in Applied Mathematics, Brown University (2004) Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, SUNY Buffalo (2001) M.S. in Physics, Zhejiang University (1995) B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, National University of Defense Technology (1992) His research centers on Neural Network-Based Numerical Methods and Data-Driven Scientific Computing , with applications to Computational Fluid Dynamics , Contact Line Dynamics , and High-Performance Computing . Publications highlight Physics-Informed Neural Networks , Energy-Stable Schemes , and Extreme Learning Machines for PDEs. The articles reflect trends in Neural Network Applications to Dynamic PDEs , Phase Field Modeling , and High-Dimensional Computing , often combining High-Order Numerical Methods with Interfacial Phenomena . His recent work focuses on Exact Time Integration Algorithms and Hidden-Layer Concatenation for stability and efficiency. He leads research in the Center for Computational and Applied Mathematics , emphasizing Thermodynamically Consistent Modeling and Flow-Structure Interactions . His teaching includes MA-36600: Ordinary Differential Equations (Spring 2025).

Ian HowatView profile

Professor

• Glaciology
• Remote Sensing
• Climate Change
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Ian Howat is ENGIE-Axium Professor and Distinguished University Scholar at Ohio State University, where he directs the Byrd Polar & Climate Research Center. His research focuses on ice sheet dynamics using remote sensing and field observations to predict sea-level rise. Research Leadership: Develops advanced satellite observation techniques to monitor glacier retreat, ice shelf stability, and ice-ocean interactions. Leads international collaborations on cryospheric change including NASA-funded projects. Field Expertise: Conducted extensive fieldwork in Greenland, Antarctica, and Iceland. Current research examines Greenland Ice Sheet response to climate forcing using high-resolution elevation models and velocity mapping. Recent Advances: Pioneered methods for generating continent-scale elevation models and detecting glacial lake outburst risks. Authored foundational studies linking ice sheet mass loss to sustained glacier retreat.

Alex TownsendView profile

Associate Professor

• Applied Mathematics
• Numerical Analysis
• Scientific Computing
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Alex Townsend is an Associate Professor of Mathematics at Cornell University, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. He holds the Stephen H. Weiss Junior Fellowship and has been recognized for both research and teaching excellence. His research focuses on numerical analysis, scientific computing, and theoretical aspects of deep learning, with contributions to spectral methods, low-rank techniques, and computational algebraic geometry. Education: Townsend earned a DPhil (PhD) in Mathematics from the University of Oxford in 2014. Research Interests: Townsend's work spans several areas: novel spectral methods for differential equations, low-rank matrix and tensor techniques, theoretical foundations of deep learning, and computational algebraic geometry. His research emphasizes developing fast, accurate, and robust numerical algorithms with applications in science and engineering. Teaching & Mentoring: Townsend is a dedicated educator, having taught courses at MIT and Cornell on topics ranging from linear algebra and numerical analysis to advanced graduate-level subjects like kernel-based learning and top-ten algorithms of the 20th century. He has mentored numerous PhD students and postdocs, many of whom now hold academic and industry positions. Awards & Honors: 2022 Stephen H. Weiss Teaching Award 2022 Simons Fellowship in Mathematics 2018 SIAG/LA Early Career Prize 2015 Leslie Fox Prize in Numerical Analysis Grants & Funding: Townsend has secured significant funding, including an NSF CAREER grant (2021), to support his work on operator learning and spectral methods. Labs & Collaborations: While not tied to a specific lab, his research frequently intersects with computational mathematics and machine learning communities. He collaborates widely, contributing to open-source tools like Chebfun and Diskfun.

Katie BoumanView profile

Associate Professor

• Computational Imaging
• Astrophysics
• Machine Learning
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Katie Bouman is an Associate Professor of Computing and Mathematical Sciences (CMS), with courtesy appointments in Electrical Engineering and Astronomy at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). She is also a Rosenberg Scholar and an Investigator at the Heritage Medical Research Institute. Her research focuses on computational imaging, integrating algorithm and sensor design to observe phenomena traditionally inaccessible through conventional methods. She leads the Computational Cameras Group, which develops systems for scientific discovery and technological innovation in fields such as astrophysics, medical imaging, and computer vision. Bouman holds a B.S.E. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan (2011), an S.M. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from MIT (2013 and 2017). Before joining Caltech, she was a postdoctoral fellow with the Event Horizon Telescope (EHT), contributing to the groundbreaking first image of a black hole in 2019. Her research interests span signal processing, machine learning, and physics-driven imaging solutions. Notable projects include 3D black hole gas reconstruction, MRI acceleration, and neural field-based tomography. She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, merging computational methods with domain-specific challenges in astronomy and biomedical engineering. Awards: PECASE Award, Sloan Fellowship, NSF CAREER Award, Royal Photographic Society Progress Medal, Breakthrough Prize (co-recipient). Grants: Okawa Research Grant, HMRI Investigator funding. Bouman advises students in CMS and collaborates with industry through the Caltech Center for Sensing to Intelligence (S2I). Her lab fosters diversity and inclusion, prioritizing equitable participation in STEM fields.

Yashar HezavehView profile

Associate Professor

• Dark Matter
• Machine Learning and Deep Learning
• Galaxy Clusters
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Yashar Hezaveh is an Associate Professor at the University of Montreal's Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Physics. He holds the Canada Research Chair in Astrophysical Data Analysis and Machine Learning. His work focuses on using gravitational lensing and machine learning to map dark matter distributions in galaxy halos, advancing our understanding of dark matter's nature. He completed his PhD at McGill University in 2013, earning recognition for groundbreaking research on high-redshift dusty star-forming galaxies. Education: PhD in Physics (McGill University, 2013) Affiliations: Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics, Flatiron Institute's Center for Computational Astrophysics Research interests include applying deep learning to analyze gravitational lensing data, Bayesian neural networks for dark matter mapping, and cosmological simulations. Notable projects include the CASTOR mission and advances in radio interferometry image reconstruction. His work bridges astrophysics and machine learning, addressing challenges in cosmic structure analysis. Awards: Hubble Fellowship (2015), Top 10 Quebec Science Discoveries (2013). Grants: Leads multiple projects on dark matter, AI-driven stellar mass measurement, and astrophysical data analysis funded by NSERC, FQRNT, and the Simons Foundation. Students: Supervised four Master's theses on topics like Bayesian lensing inversion and machine learning for galactic archaeology. He contributes to collaborative initiatives like the Centre de recherche en astrophysique du Québec (CRAQ), fostering interdisciplinary astrophysics research.

• Nonlinear Control Theory
• Geometric Control
• Optimal Control
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Frédéric JEAN is a Professor and Director of the Unité de Mathématiques Appliquées (UMA) at ENSTA Paris. His expertise lies in nonlinear control theory and geometric control, with applications in neurophysiology modeling. He holds an HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches) and advises doctoral students across multiple domains. Research Interests: Frédéric’s research focuses on geometric control theory, sub-Riemannian geometry, optimal control, and nonholonomic systems. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in neurophysiology and aerospace engineering. Recent studies include trajectory planning for planetary landings and robust control strategies under uncertainty. Teaching: He teaches courses on applied differential geometry, dynamical systems analysis, and control systems at ENSTA Paris. Publications: His recent work emphasizes sub-Riemannian geometry, stochastic control, and aerospace applications. Key trends include optimal control in constrained systems and geometric approaches to robotic and biological movement. Students: Co-supervised over 10 doctoral theses, including those by Clara Leparoux (2023), Meryem Kafnemer (2022), and Sofya Maslovskaya (2018). Labs/Teams: Active within the Optimization and Commande team at UMA, contributing to interdisciplinary research in control systems and applied mathematics.

Mikko NissiView profile

Professor

• Medical Physics
• Medical Imaging
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
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Professor Mikko Nissi holds the Chair of Medical Physics and Engineering at the University of Eastern Finland’s Department of Technical Physics, Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology. He leads research on quantitative magnetic resonance imaging (qMRI), focusing on musculoskeletal diseases and methodological advancements in ultra-short echo time techniques. His work integrates inverse problems research and machine learning to predict tissue properties unobservable via conventional MRI. Education: PhD in Physics (University of Kuopio, 2008), Adjunct Professor since 2015. Key roles include Associate Professor (2020–2024) and Academy Research Fellow (2015–2020). Active in research groups like the Academy of Finland Flagship (FAiME) and UEF’s Musculoskeletal Diseases (MSKD) community. Research interests span qMRI relaxometry, T1ρ/T2 anisotropy, and AI-driven virtual histology. Notable projects include EU-funded microMRI infrastructure for industrial applications and grants from the Research Council of Finland for AI-assisted MRI methods. Teaching: Course on MRI principles and applications. Advises on musculoskeletal biomechanics and finite element modeling. Recognized for contributions to medical physics, including societal roles in the Finnish Society for Medical Physics and International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine. Hobbies: 3D printing for research tooling and handicrafts. Publications (>100 articles) address cartilage degeneration, myocardial perfusion, and MRI applications in agriculture/forestry.

Lasse HeikkinenView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Physics
• Applied Physics
• Process Tomography
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Lasse Heikkinen is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Technical Physics, Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology, University of Eastern Finland. His work spans applied physics, process tomography, and educational technology, with a focus on innovative teaching methods like flipped classrooms during the pandemic. Current Role: Deputy Head of Department, Senior University Lecturer Research Themes: Electrical impedance tomography for industrial processes, flipped teaching frameworks, and physics education adaptation to remote learning. Recent publications highlight his dual expertise in process tomography (gas-solid flows, pharmaceutical monitoring) and pedagogical innovation (learning analytics, flipped classrooms). He has contributed to educational manuals and toolkits for teacher training. Key Projects: Technology education infrastructure development (2015–2024), pandemic-era teaching adjustments (2022). Collaborations: Active in international process tomography conferences and multidisciplinary teams like the Ameba project.

Asmus Skar ChristiansenView profile

Associate Professor

• Pavement Engineering
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Sensing Technologies
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Asmus Skar Christiansen is an Associate Professor in Pavement Engineering at the Department of Environmental and Resource Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (DTU Sustain). He serves as Head of Study for the Nordic Master in Cold Climate Engineering programme and lectures on pavement engineering, Arctic road construction, and foundation design. His academic career at DTU spans from Postdoc researcher (2017-2019) to Assistant Professor (2020-2023) and current Associate Professor position since 2023. His research centers on pavement technology and geotechnics with specialization in: Development of advanced testing and modeling techniques for pavements Integration of modern sensing technologies in civil infrastructure Computational mechanics for soil-structure interaction Sustainable materials for cold climate engineering Recent work demonstrates a clear shift toward IoT-enabled monitoring systems and data-driven pavement assessment, with 80% of 2023-2025 publications focusing on sensor integration and machine learning applications. Notable scientific contributions include: Creation of open-source datasets (LiRA-CD, RIVA) for road condition modeling Development of thermomechanical models for heated pavements Innovations in waste soil reuse for infrastructure He actively supervises PhD candidates across multiple projects including GREENPIPE (self-sensing pipe systems) and urban pavement analysis, while maintaining industry consultancy through COWI A/S collaborations. Christiansen also contributes to sustainable infrastructure through DTU's alignment with UN SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities).

Dongheui LeeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Human motion understanding
• Physical human-robot interaction
• Machine learning in robotics
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Dongheui Lee is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Automatic Control Engineering (LSR) within the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology at Technische Universität München (TUM). She leads the Dynamic Human Robot Interaction for Automation System Lab. Her research focuses on human motion understanding, physical human-robot interaction, and machine learning in robotics. Education: B.S. and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Kyunghee University (2001-2003), PhD in Mechano-Informatics from the University of Tokyo (2007). Prior roles include research scientist at KIST Korea (2001-2004) and project assistant professor at the University of Tokyo (2007-2009). Research Interests: Human-robot collaboration, probabilistic robotics, motion recognition, and incremental lifelong learning mechanisms. She has contributed to advancements in motion primitives, compliant physical interaction, and real-time object tracking. Selected Awards: Finalist for KUKA Service Robotics Best Paper Award (2009), Hirose Scholarship (2006-2007), and multiple grants from KRF, KOSEF, and international robotics competitions. Key Publications: Focus on prioritized inverse kinematics, motion imitation, and adaptive control systems. Her work bridges robotics theory and practical applications in humanoid robots and human-robot interaction.