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Professor Charles Bu is a faculty member in the Department of Mathematics & Statistics at Wellesley College. His research focuses on initial-boundary value problems for nonlinear partial differential equations, particularly nonlinear Schroedinger and Ginzburg-Landau equations, with applications spanning physics, biology, and economics. He has taught a wide range of courses, from calculus to advanced applied mathematics, and has mentored numerous students who pursued graduate studies after Wellesley.
- B.S., Shanghai Jiao Tong University
- M.S., Shanghai Jiao Tong University
- M.S., Michigan State University
- Ph.D., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Professor Bu's research addresses fundamental questions in nonlinear PDEs and their real-world applications. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with interdisciplinary impacts in diverse scientific and economic domains.
He has held significant roles at Wellesley, including Chair of the Mathematics Department (2005-09) and Chair of Wellesley College's Board of Admissions (2012-13). He also served as William R. Kenan Jr. Chair Professor (2015-19).
Professor Bu actively promotes cultural exchange between the U.S. and China, contributing to media outlets and serving on the Board of Bingxin (’26) Research Society and Bingxin Literature Museum in Fuzhou, China. He is committed to advancing Asian-American interests.
With over 2 million flight miles logged, Professor Bu is a seasoned traveler aiming to visit all continents. His personal interests include reading, sports fandom, photography, and music appreciation.
