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Benjamin Brubaker is a Professor and Department Head at the School of Mathematics, University of Minnesota. He received his PhD from Brown University in 2003 and has held academic positions at Stanford University (2003-2006), MIT (2006-2012), and the University of Minnesota (2012-present).
His primary research interests lie at the intersection of analytic number theory and representation theory, with specific focus on automorphic forms, representations of algebraic groups, and their generalizations on arithmetic covering groups. His work frequently employs combinatorial methods, particularly lattice models from statistical mechanics, to address problems in representation theory and number theory.
His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward connecting metaplectic Whittaker functions with solvable lattice models, crystal bases, and combinatorial representation theory. This interdisciplinary approach bridges number theory, representation theory, mathematical physics, and algebraic combinatorics.
Scientific Awards and Funding:
- NSF Grant DMS-2101392 (current)
- NSF Grant DMS-1801527 (previous)
Professor Brubaker has advised numerous PhD students throughout his career, with nine students graduating from the University of Minnesota and MIT. His current research group includes three PhD students working on topics related to Hecke algebras, metaplectic forms, and p-adic representation theory. His collaborative work, particularly with Dan Bump, has significantly advanced the understanding of metaplectic Whittaker functions and their connections to combinatorial structures.
