معرفی
Ao Sun is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Lehigh University. He holds a B.S. from Tsinghua University (2015) and a Ph.D. from MIT (2020), followed by a Dickson Instructorship at the University of Chicago (2020–2023). His research focuses on geometry and partial differential equations, particularly minimal surfaces and mean curvature flow, with contributions to singularity analysis, geometric flows, and surface evolution. He organizes the Lehigh Geometry Seminar and the department colloquium. His work bridges geometric analysis, differential equations, and topology, addressing fundamental questions in manifold topology and geometric evolution.
Education:
- B.S., Tsinghua University (2011–2015)
- Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2015–2020)
- L.E. Dickson Instructor, University of Chicago (2020–2023)
Research Interests:
Dr. Sun explores geometric flows such as mean curvature flow, minimal surfaces, and singularity formation. His work emphasizes rigorous mathematical analysis of geometric structures, including entropy estimates, codimension bounds, and long-time behavior of flows. Recent studies focus on nondegenerate singularities, multiplicity convergence, and cylindrical singularity dynamics in closed manifolds.
Awards & Activities:
While no specific awards are listed, his contributions to geometric analysis are highlighted through publications in top-tier journals like Journal of Differential Geometry and Annals of PDE. He actively participates in academic service, including seminar organization and colloquium leadership.
Grants & Labs:
No explicit grants or lab affiliations are mentioned, but his research is supported through academic appointments and collaborations with institutions like MIT and the University of Chicago.
