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Prof. Peter Scholze is a leading mathematician at the University of Bonn and the Max Planck Institute for Mathematics (MPIM). He holds a professorship in the Mathematical Institute at the University of Bonn and is affiliated with MPIM as a principal investigator. His research focuses on arithmetic geometry, representation theory, and p-adic geometry, with notable contributions to perfectoid spaces, prismatic cohomology, and the geometrization of the local Langlands correspondence. Scholze has organized several advanced seminars (ARGOS) and taught courses on topics like condensed mathematics, p-adic geometry, and algebraic geometry. He collaborates widely with researchers such as Laurent Fargues and Bhargav Bhatt. His recent work includes groundbreaking papers on wild Betti sheaves, motivic geometrization of the local Langlands correspondence, and the Habiro ring of number fields. Scholze has pioneered the use of prismatic cohomology to unify p-adic Hodge theories and has developed foundational frameworks in derived algebraic geometry. His research also intersects with representation theory and topological cyclic homology. Affiliations: University of Bonn (Mathematical Institute), Max Planck Institute for Mathematics (MPIM) Research Groups: Arbeitsgruppe Arithmetische Geometrie und Darstellungstheorie Teaching: Recent courses include 'Selected Topics in Algebraic Geometry' and 'Six-Functor Formalisms'. His work frequently explores connections between algebraic geometry and number theory, with a focus on geometric approaches to arithmetic problems. Scholze is a key figure in modern arithmetic geometry, influencing both foundational theory and applied areas like the Langlands program.

• Arithmetic Geometry
• Algebraic Geometry
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Jack Thorne is a Professor of Number Theory in the Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics (DPMMS) at the University of Cambridge, within the Faculty of Mathematics. His office is located in room E1.18 at the department, and he can be contacted at thorne@dpmms.cam.ac.uk or by telephone at 01223 764283. Professor Thorne's primary research interests lie in Number Theory and Arithmetic Geometry , with significant contributions to the understanding of automorphic forms, Galois representations, and the Langlands program. His work spans theoretical developments in modularity, symmetric power functoriality, and the study of Selmer groups, demonstrating deep connections between algebraic geometry and number-theoretic phenomena. Analysis of Professor Thorne's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on advanced topics in modern number theory. His research demonstrates particular expertise in automorphy lifting theorems, potential automorphy over various fields, and the intricate relationships between Galois representations and automorphic forms. The publications show a progression toward increasingly sophisticated applications of the Langlands program to concrete arithmetic problems, with notable work on symmetric powers, level-raising phenomena, and the arithmetic of elliptic curves. Professor Thorne maintains an active research profile with numerous high-impact publications in leading mathematical journals including Annals of Mathematics, Publications mathématiques de l'IHÉS, and Journal of the American Mathematical Society. His collaborative work with prominent mathematicians such as Patrick Allen, Chandrashekhar Khare, and James Newton highlights his position within the international number theory community.

• Number Theory
• Arithmetic Geometry
• Automorphic Forms
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Sug Woo Shin is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of California, Berkeley ( Math Genealogy , MathSciNet Profile ). His research focuses on Number Theory and Automorphic Forms, with significant contributions to the Langlands Program, Shimura varieties, and cohomology of arithmetic spaces. Editorial roles: Astérisque , Manuscripta Mathematica , Journal of the Korean Mathematical Society Recent research explores cohomological properties of locally symmetric spaces, tempered A-packets for classical groups, and modularity of symplectic Galois representations Collaborators include Ana Caraiani, Mark Kisin, Arno Kret, and Peter Scholze He has supervised PhD theses on topics like affine Deligne-Lusztig varieties, specialization maps in Scholze's category of diamonds, and statistical properties of automorphic representations. Teaching includes graduate courses on Number Theory (254A/254B), undergraduate Linear Algebra (110), and Calculus (1A), as well as seminars on global Langlands reciprocity and p-adic cohomology theories. Co-organized conferences include the BIRS workshop on Langlands programs (2025), PRIMA algebraic number theory sessions (2022), and KAST Symposium on automorphic forms (2021). His work appears in journals like Annals of Mathematics, Duke Mathematical Journal, and Compositio Mathematica.

• Number Theory
• Automorphic Forms
• Algebraic Geometry
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Stephen S. Kudla is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Toronto, located in the Bahen Centre for Information Technology. He holds the prestigious distinction of being a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (FRSC), reflecting his significant contributions to mathematical research. Professor Kudla's research focuses on the deep connections between number theory and geometry, with particular expertise in automorphic forms, arithmetic geometry, and theta functions. His work bridges abstract mathematical theory with concrete geometric structures, exploring how modular forms can encode arithmetic information about algebraic varieties. Analysis of Kudla's publication record reveals a sustained research program centered on the relationship between derivatives of Eisenstein series and arithmetic geometry. His work consistently explores how modular and automorphic forms can be used to study arithmetic cycles on Shimura varieties. A notable pattern in his research is the interplay between analytic objects (like Eisenstein series) and geometric structures (such as arithmetic cycles), with applications to understanding heights, intersection theory, and special values of L-functions. Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (FRSC) While specific details about Kudla's advising activities aren't provided in the available materials, his extensive publication record with prominent collaborators like Michael Rapoport and Tonghai Yang suggests he has likely mentored numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers throughout his career. His participation in major mathematical conferences including the International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) indicates recognition by the broader mathematical community. Kudla's research has clearly been supported by significant funding, as evidenced by his ability to maintain a sustained publication record in top mathematical journals.

• Automorphic Forms
• Arithmetic Geometry
• Theta Functions
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Tasho Kaletha is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Michigan. His research focuses on the Langlands program, intersecting number theory, representation theory, algebraic geometry, and analysis. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago (2010). Key research interests include representation theory of reductive groups, harmonic analysis, Galois cohomology, and automorphic representations. Education: Ph.D., University of Chicago (2010). Research interests revolve around the Langlands conjectures, endoscopy, and the structure of reductive groups. His work addresses representation theory of real/p-adic groups, cohomology of Galois groups, and automorphic spectra. Recent publications explore Bruhat-Tits theory, discrete series L-packets, and global rigid inner forms. He has authored a monograph with Gopal Prasad and contributed to foundational papers in Duke Mathematical Journal and Inventiones Mathematicae . Notable contributions include studies on supercuspidal L-packets, endoscopic classification, and commensurability growth in algebraic groups. His work bridges abstract algebraic structures with analytic techniques, advancing the Langlands program's goals.

• Number Theory
• Representation Theory
• Algebraic Geometry
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Caterina Consani is a Professor of Mathematics at Johns Hopkins University's Krieger School of Arts & Sciences. She holds a PhD from the University of Chicago (1996) and a Dottore di Ricerca in Matematica from the Universities of Genoa and Turin (1993). Her research focuses on arithmetic geometry, non-commutative geometry, and the development of absolute geometry over the 'absolute point.' She has contributed to foundational work on the BC-system, the Arithmetic Site, and the Scaling Site, linking number theory with geometric frameworks. Education: PhD in Mathematics, University of Chicago (1996); Dottore di Ricerca in Matematica, Universities of Genoa & Turin (1993). Prior to Johns Hopkins, she taught at MIT (1996–1999) and the University of Toronto (1999–2005). Research Interests: Arithmetic geometry, non-commutative geometry, absolute geometry in characteristic one, connections to number theory and the Riemann Hypothesis. Collaborations include work with Alain Connes on adele class spaces and non-commutative algebraic geometry. Awards: Fellow of the American Mathematical Society (2024); 2025 Best Paper AOFA Award (Annals of Functional Analysis). Editorial roles include the Journal of Number Theory and Journal of Noncommutative Geometry. Teaching: Offers advanced courses in algebraic geometry and number theory, including topics like étale cohomology and the yoga of weights in 'Weil II.' Grants: Supported by the Simons Foundation. Organized major conferences such as the JAMI Conference on Riemann-Roch in Characteristic One (2019).

• Arithmetic Geometry
• Number Theory
• Non-Commutative Geometry
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Prof. Peter Scholze is a leading mathematician at the Max Planck Institute for Mathematics in Bonn, specializing in algebraic geometry and arithmetic geometry. He holds the academic rank of Professor and is part of the Arbeitsgruppe Algebraische Geometrie und Darstellungstheorie. His research focuses on foundational questions in algebraic geometry, number theory, and representation theory, particularly through the lens of the Langlands program, p-adic Hodge theory, and perfectoid spaces. Scholze has pioneered geometric approaches to the local Langlands correspondence and introduced revolutionary concepts like prismatic cohomology and condensed mathematics. He actively contributes to academia through advanced courses on topics such as geometrization of the Langlands program, étale cohomology, and condensed mathematics. His work bridges algebraic geometry with representation theory, addressing fundamental problems in arithmetic geometry and p-adic analysis. Scholze’s research outputs include seminal papers on perfectoid spaces, prismatic cohomology, and the geometrization of local Langlands correspondence. He collaborates extensively with leading mathematicians globally, contributing to collaborative research initiatives like the ARGOS seminar and the Habiro ring project. His teaching engagements include advanced lectures on algebraic geometry, representation theory, and p-adic geometry, reflecting his commitment to training the next generation of researchers. Despite no explicitly listed awards in the provided text, Scholze is widely recognized as a Fields Medalist (2018) and a leading figure in modern mathematics.

• Algebraic Geometry
• Arithmetic Geometry
• Number Theory
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Alexander Gorodnik is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of Zurich, focusing on the interplay between dynamical systems and number theory. His work bridges ergodic theory, homogeneous dynamics, and Diophantine approximation, with applications to arithmetic counting problems and geometric distribution of lattice orbits. Current lectures include MAT121: Analysis I and MAT221: Analysis III at the University of Zurich Co-author of the book The ergodic theory of lattice subgroups (Princeton University Press, 2010) Editor of the journal Ergodic Theory and Dynamical Systems His research explores Diophantine approximation through dynamical systems, investigating how orbits of group actions distribute in homogeneous spaces. Key topics include mixing properties , central limit theorems , and metric theorems for multiplicative approximation. Recent publications address automorphic density estimates , discrepancy in intrinsic Diophantine approximation , and effective equidistribution of translated measures. His work often employs tools from representation theory and spectral analysis . Current working group members include Zhiyuan Deng , Zouhair Ouaggag , and Yuval Yifrach . He has taught courses at institutions in Zurich, Bristol, Princeton, and Mumbai, with lecture materials covering topics from ergodic theorems to Každan's property (T) .

• Dynamical Systems
• Analytic Number Theory
• Diophantine Approximation
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Brian Conrad is a Professor of Mathematics at Stanford University, specializing in number theory and arithmetic geometry. He holds a position in the Department of Mathematics and has contributed extensively to algebraic geometry, algebraic number theory, and representation theory. His research encompasses foundational work on reductive groups, pseudo-reductive groups, and their applications in arithmetic contexts. Dr. Conrad is an editor for the Journal of the AMS, Algebra and Number Theory, and IMRN. He has organized numerous learning seminars, including those on étale cohomology and the BSD conjecture, and has taught advanced courses on algebraic geometry, class field theory, and modular forms. His work bridges classical algebraic geometry with modern arithmetic applications, emphasizing foundational proofs and geometric intuition. His editorial roles and seminar leadership reflect his commitment to advancing mathematical exposition and education. Education details are not explicitly provided in the texts, but his academic trajectory includes significant contributions to the field through publications and mentorship. Dr. Conrad's research has led to advancements in areas such as the classification of algebraic groups, étale cohomology, and the arithmetic of elliptic curves. His collaborative work with mathematicians like Chai, Oort, and Prasad has produced influential monographs, including Pseudo-reductive Groups and Complex Multiplication and Lifting Problems .

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• Arithmetic Geometry
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Kartik Prasanna is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Michigan , affiliated with the College of Literature, Science and the Arts . He received his PhD from Princeton University in 2003 under the supervision of Andrew Wiles. Research Interests: His work lies at the intersection of number theory , algebraic cycles , and automorphic forms , focusing on the Langlands program , L-functions , algebraic cycles , and Iwasawa theory , particularly through the lens of the Bloch-Beilinson and Bloch-Kato conjectures . His recent publications explore periods of automorphic forms and the arithmetic of Shimura varieties. Grants & Awards: Simons Fellowship (2014-15) von Neumann Fellowship at the Institute for Advanced Study (2014-15) Current NSF Grants : DMS 2001293 and RTG DMS 1840234 Previous NSF grants: DMS 1600494, DMS 1160720, DMS 1015173, DMS 0801191, DMS 0854900 Academic Contributions: He has advised or collaborated with numerous postdoctoral researchers including Christopher Lyons , Ruochuan Liu , and Cameron Franc . Prasanna organized the 2011 FRG/RTG Workshop on L-functions, Galois Representations and Iwasawa Theory at the University of Michigan.

• Number Theory
• Automorphic Forms
• Algebraic Cycles
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Matthew Emerton is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Chicago, part of the Physical Sciences Division. He specializes in number theory, arithmetic geometry, and the Langlands program. His research focuses on automorphic forms, Galois representations, and p-adic methods in arithmetic geometry. Education: BSc (Hons) from the University of Melbourne (1993), PhD in Mathematics from Harvard University (1998), advised by Barry Mazur. Research Highlights: Pioneered work on the p-adic Langlands program, moduli stacks of Galois representations, and prismatic cohomology. Authored over 50 publications, including foundational works on p-adic Hodge theory and local-global compatibility. Awards: Alfred P. Sloan Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship (1997-98), Rackham Summer Faculty Fellowship (1999). Grants: Multiple NSF awards (e.g., DMS-2201242 for 'Arithmetic Aspects of the Langlands Program', DMS-1952705 for geometric aspects of the p-adic Langlands program). Students: Mentored 25+ PhD students and postdocs, many contributing to number theory and representation theory.

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• Arithmetic Geometry
• Automorphic Forms
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David Nadler is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of California, Berkeley, appointed in 2012. His research centers on geometric representation theory and symplectic geometry, with significant contributions to the Langlands program, microlocal sheaf theory, and symplectic topology. He maintains an active research group and teaches courses ranging from undergraduate linear algebra to graduate algebraic topology and geometry. Nadler's research explores the interface of algebraic geometry, topology, and representation theory. His work in geometric representation theory focuses on Langlands duality, Springer theory, and Betti geometric Langlands. In symplectic geometry, he investigates microlocal sheaves, Fukaya categories, and Weinstein structures. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on categorical methods in geometric Langlands correspondence and symplectic arborealization. His publications consistently emphasize categorical and geometric approaches to representation theory. Recent works cluster in three areas: (1) extensions of the geometric Langlands program to Betti cohomology settings, (2) microlocal analysis of sheaves on symplectic manifolds, and (3) combinatorial models in symplectic topology. This reflects sustained development of 'Betti geometric Langlands' as a distinct research program bridging topology and automorphic forms. Nadler has advised over a dozen PhD students since 2012, with dissertations spanning geometric representation theory, symplectic geometry, and algebraic topology. Student projects frequently investigate categorical aspects of geometric Langlands, microlocal sheaves, and combinatorial models in symplectic topology.

• Geometric Representation Theory
• Symplectic Geometry
• Langlands Duality
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Prof. Dr. Guido Kings is a Professor of Pure Mathematics at the Faculty of Mathematics, University of Regensburg. His research focuses on Special Values of L-functions , Tamagawa Number Conjecture , and Polylogarithms , with significant contributions to Iwasawa Theory and Arithmetic Geometry . He has held leadership roles in research projects such as the CRC Higher Invariants. Prof. Kings has authored influential papers on topics like Eisenstein-Kronecker classes , p-adic interpolation , and regulators in arithmetic geometry . He received the Frontier of Science Award in recognition of his work. His team includes doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers, such as Bernadette Melichar and Julio de Mello Bezerra. Current Affiliations: Faculty of Mathematics, University of Regensburg Recent Courses Taught: Analysis II, Advanced Seminar in Arithmetic Geometry, and Modular Forms Research Group: Comprises scientific staff (e.g., Han-Ung Kufner) and doctoral students working on number theory and algebraic geometry. His publications are widely cited in Annals of Mathematics , Duke Mathematical Journal , and Inventiones Mathematicae , reflecting his expertise in connecting motivic cohomology with p-adic analysis.

• Special Values of L-functions
• Tamagawa Number Conjecture
• Polylogarithms
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Jaclyn Lang is the Selma Lee Bloch Brown Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Temple University. Her research centers on algebraic number theory, focusing on modular forms, Galois representations, elliptic curves, motives, and p-adic methods. Education: Ph.D. in Mathematics, UCLA (2016), advised by Haruzo Hida Part III of the Mathematical Tripos, University of Cambridge (2010), supervised by Tom Fisher MA in Mathematics, Bryn Mawr College (2009), supervised by Helen Grundman Research Interests: She works on advanced problems in number theory, including the Eisenstein ideal, pseudorepresentations, and arithmetic geometry of elliptic curves. Her work often bridges algebraic geometry and automorphic forms using p-adic techniques. Scientific Awards: Churchill Scholarship (2009–2010) Clare Booth Luce Scholarship (2007–2009) NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (2010–2015) Charles E. and Sue K. Young Graduate Student Award (2015) NSF Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (2016–2020) AWM Travel Grant (2023) Fulbright U.S. Student Program Grant (2016) Simons Travel Support for Mathematicians (2023–2028) Grants: She has received NSF Standard Grant DMS-331117 (2023–2026) and participated in programs like the Park City Math Institute and Women in Numbers Europe (WINE3).

• Algebraic Number Theory
• Modular Forms
• Galois Representations
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Prof. Dr. Eva Viehmann is a leading mathematician at the University of Münster within the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science and a key figure in the Mathematics Münster cluster. She was awarded the prestigious Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Prize 2024 for her groundbreaking work in arithmetic algebraic geometry and representation theory within the Langlands program . University: University of Münster Department: Mathematical Institute Her research focuses on the intersection of algebra , geometry , and analysis , particularly through the lens of Shimura varieties and moduli spaces of local G-shtukas . She has pioneered the study of affine Deligne-Lusztig varieties in equal and mixed characteristics, advancing understanding of their dimension , connectedness , and irreducible components . Recent publications highlight her work on Newton stratification , Harder-Narasimhan theory , and p-adic moduli spaces . Her scientific advisory contributions include mentoring former doctoral student Stefania Trentin and collaborating with Prof. Urs Hartl over 15 years. Awards and honors include the Leibniz Prize 2024 , reflecting her status as a trailblazer in arithmetic geometry and p-adic geometry . Her research projects span the CRC 1442 and EXC 2044 , aiming to unify Galois representations , automorphic forms , and geometric methods .

• Arithmetic Geometry
• Representation Theory
• Algebraic Geometry
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