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Barry Smith is an Associate Professor of Mathematical Sciences at Lebanon Valley College. His expertise spans Algebraic Number Theory, Actuarial Science, and Genealogy. He holds a B.S., B.A., M.S., and Ph.D. from the University of California, San Diego. His research focuses on Stark's conjectures, Iwasawa theory, binary quadratic forms, continued fractions, and actuarial risk modeling. He is also active in genealogical studies, particularly focusing on specific family names and historical records. His work has been published in journals like Mathematische Zeitschrift, Journal of Number Theory, and Acta Arithmetica. Smith teaches advanced calculus and actuarial models, and his professional activities include contributions to mathematical translations and community engagement through drumming and piano.
Research interests include the Brumer-Stark conjecture, modular inversion algorithms, and genetic genealogy methodologies. His recent publications explore topics such as quadratic irrationalities and minimal periods in reduction theory. Though no academic awards are listed, his contributions to number theory and actuarial science are notable. He maintains a professional website and is actively involved in collaborative research projects.
